Tuesday, August 27
Regenerize goes online to help clients lose weight
It's more than numbers on a scale. It is, said Tawni and Rio Peterson, about living your best, healthiest life. That philosophy led the mother and son to launch Regenerize, a telehealth company that offers personalized, integrative care for weight loss, mental health, and more. The company, founded about 2 1/2 years ago, has patients in 11 states, including Idaho, Washington, and Oregon.
P1FCU celebrates Loseth's 35-year tenure as president and CEO
P1FCU is honored to celebrate Chris Loseth’s 35th anniversary as president and CEO. Since joining P1FCU on July 31, 1989, Loseth has been a driving force behind the credit union’s growth, community engagement and member-focused initiatives.
Business comings and goings
Dental care of all types is available at the new Riverstone Dental Care building at 1701 W. Prairie Ave (Suite 105) in Hayden.
Northwest Specialty Hospital opens surgery center
Northwest Specialty Hospital opened its new, cutting-edge surgery center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 23, a milestone that underscores the hospital's commitment to advancing health care and enhancing patient outcomes.
Region filled with amazing health care facilities, workers
For some reason, I decided to make Thanksgiving dinner a few days late. I'd been at work and had dinner with friends on the day of, so the turkey breast sat waiting for me. After tossing it into the oven, I got to work on the rest of the meal. The cranberries were cooling in the refrigerator, the mashed potatoes all made, and all that was left to do was make the sweet potatoes.
Area counties among best places to retire
Several counties in the region were ranked in the top 10 places in Idaho to retire, according to a study by SmartAsset. Bonner County was ranked second and Kootenai County was ranked fifth. Also in the top 10 were, in order: Twin Falls, Nez Perce, Bonneville, Bannock, Gem, Ada, Gooding and Cassia counties.
Hospitals bolster experience with new tech
North Idaho hospitals are integrating new technologies into patient care to reduce times for MRI scans, rehabilitation and even relearning how to walk. Four hospitals in three counties responded with ways new technology is affecting patient care.
A foundation for success
Providing quality medical while also serving a rural community to the best of its ability is a challenge that Shoshone Medical Center gladly accepts.
Healing Garden blooms with beauty, peace
The garden is a place of spiritual solace, designed as a retreat for both those visiting the hospital and those who work there. It serves, Bonner General Health officials said, to give the living a place to reflect and a place to remember those who have passed.
Proactive wellness at Northwest Integrated Health
The diverse aspects of health and wellness require different approaches for different people. Northwest Integrated Health offers a personalized, integrative approach that isn't typically found in larger health care systems.
BF hospital opens Central Line Cafe
The grand opening of the newly transformed Central Line Cafe, offers patients, staff and community a focus on healthy, fresh and affordable food at Boundary Community Hospital.
BCH receives Prestigious Jeff Martin Leadership Award
Boundary Community Hospital has been honored with the Jeff Martin Leadership Award for improving obstetrics preparedness.
'We're changing the game'
Medicine Man Pharmacy co-own has big plans
For Kreider and team, a pharmacy is not just a place to pick up prescriptions. They are, he says, trusted healthcare providers, offering healthcare options.
North Idaho Alliance Women of Impact: Ready to go back to work?
WOW! What an awesomely fun summer we’ve had in North Idaho! But alas, it seems every year as August closes out, the entire community collective knows it’s time to roll up their sleeves and get ready to “go back to work.” However, after the summer fun comes to an end, going full time back into work mode can be a challenge.
Shop local
Why supporting local businesses is essential for our community
In a world increasingly dominated by big-box retailers and online shopping, it's easy to overlook the treasure trove that is our local businesses. But did you know that supporting local enterprises is one of the most effective ways to build a thriving, resilient community? Let's explore why it's so important to support the local building industry, trades, and other small businesses in our community.
Mid-year update
It’s only mid-August as I write this column, but already I’m hearing summer is waning. For those of us here in North Idaho who wait patiently for months in the damp and cold darkness, we don’t want summer to go by too fast. But it’s also the end of Quarter 1 and Quarter 2: a good time to reflect on what happened so far this year, and where the real estate markets might be headed in Q3 and Q4.
Greater Sandpoint Chamber: The one constant is change
Change can make or break a business. If a business never makes any changes, that business is going to become obsolete and die. On the flip side, a business that is constantly changing things up, without clearly thinking through and planning the impact that the change will have on their systems, customers, and employees will have so many fires to put out! There will be confusion, chaos, and a loss of productivity and sales. Change is not a bad thing, but there are some important steps to take that will help ease the discomfort of it.
Architects West hires Traw as Architectural Designer
Architects West announces the hiring of Justin Traw as its newest Architectural Designer. Traw joins our Spokane office with more than 13 years of extensive experience in the architectural field.