What started as a backyard pastime has become one of the fastest-growing sports in America — and Santa Clarita is no exception. In recognition of April as Pickleball Month, the
By Alicia Doyle Sunday Signal Writer While Santa Clarita is not widely known for dramatic fall changes, Placerita Canyon and other spots around town showcase noticeable cottonwoods and other deciduous
As the new head of the Medicare program, I encourage everyone with Medicare to take full advantage of this year’s Open Enrollment period. This is your once-a-year opportunity to take
Breast Cancer Awareness Month started as a week-long event in October 1985. Founded by the American Cancer Society, in partnership a British company that made tamoxifen, the campaign eventually grew
If you’re the one tracking medications, scheduling appointments and making sure the whole household stays healthy, you’re probably wearing the invisible badge of chief household officer – the one who
Most people think of heart attacks as debilitating pain in the chest. However, that’s not always the case, especially for women, and missing the signs can be a matter of
As we age one of the consequences we may encounter, especially in the sunny Santa Clarita Valley, is the need for cataract surgery. It’s hard to come to grips with
Like humans, pets’ oral hygiene plays an important role in their overall health and quality of life. Common conditions like plaque buildup, tartar and bad breath can escalate to serious
A walk isn’t just good for your body; it’s a simple, powerful way to care for your mind and soul. Physical activity, like walking, reduces stress, boosts mood and promotes
Here’s the secret for achieving a glowing complexion: there is no secret. In fact, a key factor in achieving great skin at any age comes down to one common denominator
Patients are asked several routine questions during annual wellness exams. Among those queries are a subsection of questions regarding alcohol consumption. Doctors ask these questions to identify how much alcohol
The wide-ranging impact and reach of mental health issues garnered considerable attention during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the virus as well as mandates designed to reduce its spread led to
Despite a rising number of people searching for the term “sleep” in 2023, nearly 1 in 3 U.S. adults report not getting enough of it, per the Centers for Disease
In the U.S., 1 in 3 adults is at risk for a newly recognized syndrome that comes from a combination of heart disease, kidney disease, type 2 diabetes and excess
The city of Santa Clarita, which celebrated its 37th birthday on Dec. 15, 2024, was busy in the past year providing city residents with a host of new amenities. Included
By Luke Vidler California’s Cinnabar Hills takes fifth TPC Tampa Bay in Florida takes the top spot Premium golf apparel brand, Galvin Green, analyzed the number of keywords related to
Winter touched down in the Sierra Nevada range on Oct. 17, bringing below-freezing temperatures and a few inches of white fluff. Despite being a La Nina winter, which usually means
There are places you can visit this holiday season that simply envelop you in so much holiday cheer you can’t avoid being infused with the holiday spirit. Even Scrooge himself
It doesn’t take much for cold and flu symptoms to take over. Even a mild case of the sniffles can make it difficult to navigate the demands of everyday life.
Reviewing your Medicare options could save you money If you’re enrolled in Medicare, it’s important to remember Medicare Open Enrollment runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7 each year. This