Hartley Newell-Acero, M.A. Outreach coordinator, Sawtooth Mountain Clinic


Latest Articles:

Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome

More than 1 in 10 Americans have diabetes, and 1 in 3 adults in the US have metabolic syndrome. While these conditions are common and related to each other, they’re not always well understood. Let’s break it down to the basics. Blood Sugar As your body digests food, the carbohydrates you consume get converted into a type of fuel referred... READ MORE >

On Humor and Health

So, a coronavirus walks into a bar. and says to the bartender, “I’ll have a shot.” The bartender replies, “Great! You can register at www.cookcountycovid19.org!” But seriously folks, should we be laughing when all around us is hardship, when so many people have lost so much, and when hope can seem in short supply? The short answer is “Yes!” Here’s... READ MORE >

Relationships: Green Lights and Red Flags

When we talk about relationships, it’s often assumed that we mean romance. While those kinds of attachments play a large role in many people’s lives, they’re certainly not the only relationships worth contemplating. We have other connections: family, friends, co-workers, supervisors, and neighbors. All of those associations can have relational “green lights” or “red flags.” It’s important to know which... READ MORE >