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Number of confirmed heat-related deaths in Maricopa County rises to 39

By PHX Reporter Report | Aug 8, 2023

Last week in Maricopa County, roughly 90 people passed away due to heat-related issues, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.

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Scottsdale doctor: 'Study shows sinusitis led to direct medical costs of almost $2.4 billion, not including surgery or radiographic imaging'

By PHX Reporter Report | Aug 7, 2023

In order to manage chronic sinusitis long term, it can be extremely expensive. Dr. John Stewart of Arizona Breathe Free said studies have shown that medical costs for unresolved sinusitis can be astronomical.

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A+ for 'Back 2 School' Event

By PHX Reporter Report | Aug 7, 2023

The Youth and Education Office teamed up with their Family Resource Centers to host its first ever Back 2 School event and health fair!

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Gallego Presses Homeland Security on Migrant Shelter Funding After Lackluster Response from FEMA

By PHX Reporter Report | Aug 7, 2023

On August 1, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) sent a second letter to the administration regarding funding allocations for the Shelter and Services Program, the program that is meant to support Arizona’s border communities for shelter and other services related to non-citizens migrants released from Department of Homeland Security (DHS) custody.

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City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Looking for Camp Colley Operator

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 31, 2023

The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an operator for a remote youth camp “Camp Colley" located 145 miles north of Phoenix near Happy Jack, Ariz.

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Number of possible heat deaths skyrocket in Maricopa County in the last week

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 31, 2023

In Maricopa County, roughly 140 people died due to heat-related issues in the week ending July 22, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.

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Gallego Applauds Bipartisan Senate Amendment Reauthorizing the Firefighter Cancer Registry

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 31, 2023

Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) applauded the U.S. Senate for approving a bipartisan amendment to their National Defense Authorization Act reauthorizing the Firefighter Cancer Registry, a program requiring the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to maintain a voluntary cancer registry of firefighters.

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Scottsdale doctor: Taking decongestants 'can affect function in urination and urogenital health in general'

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 28, 2023

Studies have shown that men who struggle with sinus issues are 50% more likely to be impotent.

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History of The Frank and Sarah Hilgeman House

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 25, 2023

The Frank and Sarah Hilgeman House was built in the vernacular style in north central Phoenix.

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Maricopa County suffers 28 heat-associated deaths during the past week

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 25, 2023

In Maricopa County, 28 people died due to heat-related issues in the week ending July 15, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.

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Gallego, Watson Coleman Introduce The SHADE Act To Combat Rising Temperatures In Cities

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 24, 2023

On July 20, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) and Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) introduced the Saving Hazardous and Declining Environments (SHADE) Act to create a grant program under the Department of Housing and Urban Development, to plant trees in formerly redlined districts and other overburdened communities.

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Local doctor says 'eustachian tube dysfunction can occur due to untreated, chronic sinusitis'

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 24, 2023

One form of discomfort that results from sinusitis is eustachian tube dysfunction, and Dr. John Stewart of Arizona Breathe Free says that if you leave your sinusitis untreated, it could lead to dysfunction with your eustachian tubes, causing pain and pressure in your ears.

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Historical Phoenix Photographer is Remembered

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 22, 2023

Pioneer Phoenix Photographer F.A. Hartwell was well known during the early days of Phoenix, but was buried in an unmarked grave.

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Gallego Calls on Airlines to Help with Passport Backlog, Remind Travelers of Renewal Requirements

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 22, 2023

On July 21, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) joined 76 of his colleagues in calling on major airlines and booking companies to better inform customers of passport requirements for their travel during or shortly after the booking process.

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Scottsdale doctor: 'Breathing is paramount to life itself'

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 18, 2023

As of last year, reports have shown that more than one-third of Americans live in areas with poor air quality.

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Rep. Gallego Announces Paternity Leave Following the Birth of His Daughter Isla

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 12, 2023

On July 7, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) announced he will take paternity leave following the birth of his daughter, Isla.

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Maricopa County bracing for intense summer heat; 48 already passing away from heat-related causes this year

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 11, 2023

No one died from heat-associated illnesses the week ending July 1, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.

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Scottsdale doctor's advice on sinusitis: 'Get it checked out and taken care of'

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 6, 2023

Early intervention for sinus patients can lead to a better quality of life, while also reducing health care costs.

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Gallego Moves to Extend the Use of the Barry M. Goldwater Range in Arizona

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 5, 2023

Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) today joined, as an original cosponsor, Rep. Raúl Grijalva’s legislation allowing the Barry M. Goldwater Range to continue operations in Arizona.

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Gallego Calls on FCC to Crack Down on Scam Robocalls

By PHX Reporter Report | Jul 4, 2023

Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03), along with 35 other Members of Congress, sent a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel urging the agency to crack down on fraudulent robocalls and texts.