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Coffee Connections
Sun Health Foundation’s Coffee Connections events are a unique opportunity to engage in insightful conversations and learn from experts in health, wellness, and active aging. These events bring together community members to discuss topics that inspire healthy living and well-being in a casual, friendly atmosphere—often with a cup of coffee in hand. For those unable to attend live, Sun Health Foundation offers a video library of previously recorded Coffee Connections events, allowing you to access valuable health tips, expert advice, and inspiring stories at your convenience. Whether you want to revisit a favorite topic or catch up on a missed session, the video library is an excellent resource for ongoing learning and wellness support. Click below to view past recordings. Healthy Thyroid, Healthy You: Awareness and Prevention January 28, 2026
A Night of Fine Dining and Philanthropy: Food For Thought Raises $86,000 for Brain Health
On Saturday, February 1, 2025, Sun Health Foundation hosted its highly anticipated Food For Thought event at The Colonnade, A Sun Health Community.
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center Expands Women and Infant Services with Support from Sun Health Foundation
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center has recently unveiled a significant expansion to its Women and Infant Services department, marking a milestone in providing enhanced care for mothers and newborns.
Maximizing Your Charitable Giving with a Qualified Charitable Distribution
As year-end approaches, many individuals look for ways to reduce their taxable income while giving back to causes they care about. One effective strategy for charitable giving is the Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA).
Understanding Legacy Giving: Leaving a Lasting Impact
When it comes to supporting charities and organizations, the options are plentiful. One powerful way to extend your philanthropic impact is through legacy giving. But what does it mean to be a legacy donor, and how can you make a difference?
Having a Giving Heart
When you give, it not only benefits the foundation or charity receiving your support but also positively influences your overall health. Whether you give your time, money, or effort, there are multifaceted benefits. Let’s explore how your physical and mental well-being can benefit from your generosity.
Driving Fore Health & Wellness Golf Day raises over $64,000
On Saturday, April 13 participants took swings against cancer for the sixth year in a row at Sun Health Foundation’s Driving FORE Health & Wellness event at Topgolf in Glendale.
Individuals, families, friends, and organizations came together to support advancements in cancer care and treatment at Banner Boswell medical center.
Warren D. Ruff Scholarship Makes A Nursing School Dream Come True
To honor his legacy, Warren’s family established the Warren D. Ruff Scholarship Fund, which is held at Sun Health Foundation, for those looking to pursue or advance their nursing career. The fund has provided nearly $1,000,000 in tuition assistance since it was established in 2020.
4th Annual 5K for Women’s Health Raises Nearly $50,000 Community comes together to support healthier women with diabetes prevention education
Sun Health Foundation’s fourth annual 5K for Women’s Health on Sunday, Sept. 24, at Surprise Stadium raised nearly $50,000, with net proceeds benefiting diabetes prevention education through Sun Health Wellness.
Sun Health Foundation celebrates partnership and honors Banner Boswell
West Valley residents have uncommon bragging rights when it comes to the exceptional quality of healthcare and wellness programs close to home. This was further demonstrated recently with the news that Banner Boswell Medical Center has been ranked second overall among Arizona hospitals in widely performed adult procedures and conditions as reported by U.S. News Best Hospitals. The report analyzed almost 5,000 hospitals’ performance. The medical center recorded “high performing” rankings in several categories including aortic valve surgery, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, colon cancer surgery, diabetes, heart bypass surgery, heart failure, hip replacement, knee replacement, lung cancer surgery, and stroke. These rankings lead to positive outcomes. “On behalf of the Sun Health Foundation Board of Trustees, I’d like to extend our congratulations to Banner Boswell Medical Center and the amazing
Sun Health Wellness Expert answers the question: Can Type 2 diabetes lead to heart disease?
Diabetes and heart disease have a direct connection, with the diabetic up to four times more likely to die from heart attack. The good news? It’s manageable, even preventable. Already at a high risk from diabetes as the seventh leading cause of death, the diabetic is also far more vulnerable to the number one cause: heart disease. High blood sugar is a known risk factor of heart disease, just like smoking, obesity, high blood pressure and cholesterol increase the risk. It’s common knowledge. Because it increases fatty material inside of our blood vessels, the danger of blockage is increased, along with the risk of heart attack or stroke. The vessels also become stiff and hard, making it easier for the fats to stick to the walls of the blood vessels. When a
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