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Women of all ages – mothers, grandmothers, daughters, and sisters – are encouraged to attend. Yoga class starts at 8:00am. Other complimentary activities start at 9:00am and include coffee and brunch, wellness booths put together by local businesses, health presentations, and a Zen room with complimentary pampering and massage services.

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BARTON WELLNESS LECTURE: How Supplements Can Complement Traditional Medicine
Presented by: Amy Smith, FNP - Barton Family Practice

Attend any four of Barton’s 2016 Wellness Lectures and be entered into a drawing for a $150 gift certificate to a South Lake Tahoe business of your choice. Questions? Call 530.543.5615. Visit bartonhealth.org/lecture for the most up-to-date lecture information.

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The Knights Inn could be purchased by the City of South Lake Tahoe for $6 million should a grant be awarded them by the California Tahoe Conservancy. If that happens, the City would purchase, and then demolish, the motel located on Highway 50 near Ski Run Boulevard to make way for a new environmental and retail project.

There is grant money available through the CTC which the City will apply for. The funds come from the state's Proposition 1 Water Bond which was approved by voters in 2014 to authorize $7.545 billion in general obligation bonds for water projects.

According to psychologist Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, it is essential for people to feel love and belonging to reach optimal health and wellness. Valentine’s Day, whether you celebrate the holiday or not, reminds us of love. The word “love” can be confusing and have different meanings for everyone.

Dr. Chris Pavich, who was born and raised in South Lake Tahoe, has returned to his hometown to open Kingsbury Chiropractic.

After attending the University of Nevada, Reno and earning his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life West Chiropractic College, Dr. Pavich opened his office located at 276 Kingsbury Grade #1050 in Stateline.

He will be celebrating the new office with a Tahoe Chamber ribbon cutting event on January 28, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. The Grand Opening is from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Pavich is the grandson of Sierra Ski Ranch founder Vern Sprock.

Todd Moss has been promoted to Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District Battalion Chief. The South Tahoe High graduate has been with the department since 1998 when he started at a firefighter/paramedic.

In his new capacity, Moss will be responsible for the day to day operations for A Shift. Moss will also serve as the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Chief and Custodian of Records. Chief Moss will be the NV PERS Chief Officer Representative, a member of the Employee Benefits Committee and he will oversee the GASB 45 and 68 compliance requirements.

Zawadisha's annual Holiday Bazaar is back again, and this time in a new location. Join them at the Blue Angel Cafe on Saturday, December 5 to knock out your holiday shopping while helping to change the world at the same time. The event will be held in the loft upstairs at the restaurant located at 1132 Ski Run Blvd. from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Entrance is free and all ages are welcome.

Dr. Rhonda Sneeringer has been promoted to Barton Health's Chief Medical Officer, replacing Dr. Clint Purvance who is the hospital's new President/CEO.

She will start her new job November 1.

Dr. Sneeringer has been a pediatric and adult hospitalist at Barton for the past three years. She currently serves as the Vice Chief of Staff.

"Dr. Sneeringer has shown commitment to quality and patient-centered care" said retiring CEO John Williams. "This commitment, coupled with her enthusiasm, will help continue our efforts to make Barton Health a community leader in health and wellness."

The Robert Maloff Center of Excellence plans have been approved, and construction preparation for the parking garage will begin this month.

The Center of Excellence will expand orthopedic, sports performance, and wellness services on the Barton Health campus. Individuals will work with a health navigator and a team of medical providers to develop and implement a customized care plan that integrates health, fitness, nutrition, and medical expertise.

What allows us to balance and what prevents us from falling? Learn about the components that make up balance. Practice exercises to improve balance and prevent vertigo and dizziness.

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The South Lake Tahoe Rite Aid store is undergoing a major remodel along with about 450 other locations that will bring in changes, including a Thrifty Ice Cream shop and wellness center.

Session 2: August 10-14, 2015 - 9am-4pm
Course Tuition: $225 – Sibling and multi-camp discounts available

Lake Tahoe Community College and Tahoe Center for Orthopedics offer week-long summer sports camps focusing on improving kids’ overall health, wellness, and athletic performance!

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Access to health care can be difficult in a small community, especially if you do not speak the same language.

At Barton Health, Language Access Coordinator Tracy Young, RN, CMI has set out to improve the patient experience for all patients, regardless of the language they speak. Her efforts have not gone unnoticed and on June 5, the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC) recognized Young as one of three Language Access Champions.

A large team made up of members from multiple agencies served a search warrant on both the Tahoe Wellness Cooperative and owner Cody Bass's South Lake Tahoe home early Monday morning.

Agents from the Franchise Tax Board (FTB), Board of Equalization, Department of Insurance, South Lake Tahoe Police Department, and El Dorado County Sheriff's Department (EDCSO) were on scene at the co-op according to Tami Grimes, Information Officer with the FTB in Sacramento.

"The contents of the search warrant are sealed," said Grimes.

Leaving a legacy is often described as passing something down from one generation to another; in other words, what impacts will remain after a lifetime of service and actions?

The City of South Lake Tahoe and the Mental Health Collaborative have declared May 10 to 16, Mental Health Awareness Week. Throughout the week, public events and articles, like the one below, will highlight “Each Mind Matters” in South Lake Tahoe.

According to California’s Mental Health Movement and the Centers for Disease Control, half of us will experience a mental health concern in our lifetime.

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, El Dorado County Mental Health's South Lake Tahoe Clinic is hosting an Open House on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at its Wellness Center located at 1900 Lake Tahoe Boulevard. The event is free and open to the public.

Let’s transform South Lake Tahoe into one of the healthiest places for our children…a place where mental health issues are quickly identified and treated…a place where parents and caregivers are well-educated in recognizing the early warning signs. Let’s give the next generation the best chance possible at thriving.

In March we participated in the Mental Health Forum sponsored by Barton and the South Tahoe Unified School District. We were impressed by the passion presented by the many school-teachers, Barton ER doctors, and others that care deeply about Mental Wellness.

Women of all ages are invited to attend the fourth annual Mom’s Morning Out on Saturday, May 2.

Mom’s Morning Out was started by Barton Health as a health and wellness program for new moms. The program has grown and last year more than 200 women, not just moms, participated in the event.

Presented by: William Cottrell, MD, Barton Osteoporosis and Bone Health

-What is it? An introduction to bone biology.
-How do you diagnose osteoporosis?
-How is it treated? Nutrients & Pharmaceuticals

Attend any four of Barton’s 2015 Wellness Lectures and be entered into a drawing for a $150 gift certificate to a Lake Tahoe business of your choice. Questions? Call 530-543-5537.

This lecture will be held at Sierra Nevada College, TCES 139 in Incline Village, NV

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The facts are startling. El Dorado County has twice the number of suicides than the state average. El Dorado County has 2.5 times the state average of maternity mental issues. The domestic violence rate in El Dorado County is 1.5 times higher than the state average. More people are living in the county with mental issues than ever before.

A day long forum of mental health care providers, agencies, medical professionals and other community members was held in South Lake Tahoe on Thursday in order to find what needs are being met, and unmet, in the area.

Just a few months after she donated $5 million to Lake Tahoe Community College, Lisa Maloff has made another large donation in honor of her late husband, Robert Maloff.

Barton Memorial Hospital is the latest recipient of Maloff's generosity. She made a $10 million gift to fund the building of a health and sports performance center on the Barton Memorial Hospital campus. The new center will be called the Robert Maloff Center of Excellence.

Admit it, you've been waiting for a box of Thin Mints or Caramel Delights. Right? If not those two flavors, what is your favorite?

South Lake Tahoe Girl Scouts were spotted at several locations around town on Friday, selling their famous cookies. The girls selling from their table in front of the Bijou Safeway sold over 130 boxes in just their first couple of hours.

A tradition since 1917, girls growing through the ranks of Brownies, Cadettes and Girl Scouts have had the job of selling cookies annually to help raise money for their troups.

The next time your home phone rings, it may be about your health.

Barton Health is currently conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment survey by phone and needs input from South Lake Tahoe residents.

The Assessment is completed every three years and the community’s feedback provides valuable insight about local health and wellness issues. The results will guide Barton Health and other local health and human service agencies on what is considered the community's most pressing health needs.