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Why Dr. Price Left Corporate Medicine to Start Prescott Professional Healthcare

By Dr. Deanna Price • April 30, 2026

In a wide-ranging interview on the Life's Best Medicine podcast, Dr. Price sat down with longtime friend and physician Dr. Brian Lenzkes to talk about why she walked away from corporate medicine, what Direct Primary Care actually looks like in practice, and the partnership that's now growing at our Prescott office.

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Fresh red and green apples on a rustic wooden cutting board with a stethoscope — where food meets medicine

Can Prescott Residents Really Eat an Apple a Day to Keep Dr. Price Away?

By Dr. Deanna Price • April 20, 2026

We put the old proverb to the test with real science. Spoiler: apples are genuinely remarkable for your health — but Dr. Price still wants to see you. Here's what the research says.

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Jennifer Carter, Director of Operations and Nurse at Prescott Professional Healthcare

Meet Jennifer: The Heart Behind Prescott Professional Healthcare

By Dr. Deanna Price • April 30, 2026

Jennifer Carter is the nurse, the operations director, and often the first voice you'll hear when you call our office. With 20+ years of medical experience and a working ranch in Kirkland, here's the story of the woman who keeps our DPC practice running.

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Senior couple at kitchen table checking blood pressure with home monitor in Prescott Arizona

Blood Pressure and Altitude: What Prescott Residents Should Know

By Dr. Deanna Price • May 8, 2026

At 5,400 feet, Prescott qualifies as moderate altitude — and that affects your blood pressure. Healthy adults see daytime systolic pressure rise about 5 mmHg; hypertensive patients can see 8-11 mmHg increases. Here's what the research shows and how to manage BP at altitude.

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Senior couple checking blood sugar with continuous glucose monitor at kitchen table

Managing Type 2 Diabetes in Retirement: A Practical Guide

By Dr. Deanna Price • April 28, 2026

28.8% of Americans 65+ have diabetes — the highest rate of any age group. Another 52% have prediabetes. The 2026 ADA guidelines, GLP-1 medications, and continuous glucose monitors have transformed care. Here's how to actually manage Type 2 diabetes in retirement.

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Active seniors walking a scenic trail through the Arizona high desert at golden hour near Prescott

Why Low-Impact Exercise Is the Best Medicine for Prescott Retirees

By Dr. Deanna Price • April 20, 2026

With 40% of Prescott residents over 65, staying active matters more than ever. Here are five gentle exercises that can reduce your fall risk, protect your joints, and add years to your life — all right here in the Prescott area.

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