by Southern Utah Health and Wellness Magazine | Apr 28, 2026 | Author, Dr. William Plumb, DDS, Health & Fitness, May/ June 2026 3, May/June 2026
Recently, a patient came into my office with a severe infection from an abscessed tooth. We treated the situation aggressively because they were experiencing a great deal of pain. I was further concerned because the patient has diabetes. Diabetes is a condition that...
by Southern Utah Health and Wellness Magazine | Apr 28, 2026 | Author, Diane Del Toro, May/ June 2026 1, May/June 2026, Relationships & Connection
Some places invite you outdoors. Southern Utah insists on it. From the red rock cliffs that catch the first light of morning to the warm desert air that lingers long after sunset, this landscape calls people out of their homes and into something more expansive. And...
by Southern Utah Health and Wellness Magazine | Apr 24, 2026 | Author, Buy Local, Community & Culture, March/April 2026
Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, many of us forget how to play. Life becomes about responsibility, productivity, and moving from one obligation to the next. Yet play—unstructured time in nature, moments of curiosity, laughter, and rest—is not frivolous. It...
by Southern Utah Health and Wellness Magazine | Apr 24, 2026 | Author, Dr. Wayne Tompkins, Elemental Health, Health & Fitness, March/April 2026
What Is Functional Medicine? Functional medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and treating the root causes of illness and prevent-ing them from returning. In the following interview, Dr. Wayne Tompkins helps define a functional...
by Southern Utah Health and Wellness Magazine | Apr 23, 2026 | Author, Matt Escher, PhD, LMFT, March/April 2026, Relationships & Connection
For decades, I have advocated being peacemakers in our relationships and mastering life management through a clear Governing Purpose. Today, I want to merge these two ideals. I believe every action we take is driven by a purpose, whether it’s fear, a need, or...
