Fall 2025 Conversations About Health Series

Empowering Health Through Education

Canyon Vista Medical Center proudly presents the Fall 2025 Conversations About Health Series — a free educational initiative designed to inspire and empower our community to live healthier, more informed lives. Hosted at Cochise College Downtown Center (Room G106), this series features engaging presentations from medical professionals on critical health topics that impact daily life.

Topics and Dates:

Respiratory Illnesses 101: What You Need to Know (Sep 2)

By Dr. Elena Kwon

Dr. Elena Kwon, Emergency Room Medical Director, will share important information on respiratory illnesses—including Flu, COVID-19, and RSV. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones this season.

Furthering our Goal of Making Cochise County Healthier (Sep 30)

By Canyon Vista Medical Center Executive Team

They will share updates on the hospital and how CVMC intends to keep care close to home with new technology, growth in services and collaboration with Cochise College.

Stroke Awareness: Signs and Treatment (Oct 21)

By Dr. Yanny Phillips

Stroke, also known as "brain attack", is the second leading cause of death and the third most common reason for long-term disability in the world. Dr. Yanny Phillips, Neurology, will review current treatment guidelines and give tips for healthy lifestyle choices to help decrease the risk of having a stroke.

Mood Changes & When to Seek Help (Nov 18)

By CVMC Behavioral Health Team

Mood changes like anxiety and depression are common, but when they become persistent or start affecting daily life, it may be time to seek help. The BHU team will cover the basics on moods change and how to recognize the signs for when it’s time to reach out for help.

Nutrition and Medicine: The Relationship and Importance of Both (Dec 2)

By CVMC Dietician, Anna Keefe

Nutrition and medicine go hand in hand—while medicine treats illness, good nutrition can help prevent it and support recovery. CVMC Dietician Anna Keefe will explain how a balanced diet aids healing and may reduce the need for some medications.

Location:
Cochise College Downtown Center, Room G106
2600 E. Wilcox Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM (All Sessions)

Cost: FREE

Join us for these engaging discussions designed to inform, educate, and inspire healthy living. For more details, visit CanyonVistaMedicalCenter.com/events or call Cochise College Center of Life-Long Learning at 520-515-5492. 

🎉 Announcing this year's Christmas Parade theme 🎉 ......

✨ Sky Islands Regional Partnership Presents: Christmas in the Sky Islands ✨
🎄“Celebrating Holiday Traditions Across Our Region”🎄

📣🎄Celebrate the season, Sky Islands style! From snowy mountaintops to desert towns full of light, this year’s theme invites parade entrants to showcase what the holidays look like across our diverse and beautiful region. Think pine trees and prickly pears, Santa on horseback, mountain cabins, hometown holiday traditions, and more! 🎅🤶 

REGISTRATION CLOSES NOVEMBER 29th!

You MUST register online before the event as we need time to adjust the parade line up accordingly.

EARLY BIRD PRICING
Until November 22nd
Partnership Member Businesses - $85 
Non-Partnership Member Businesses - $135 


LATE REGISTRATION PRICING
November 23rd - November 29th
Partnership Member Businesses - $100 
Non-Partnership Member Businesses - $150

Registration CLOSES on November 29th. No late registrations will be accepted!

OFFICIAL PARADE ROUTE





 

• How to use the Partnership Website
• Sponsorship/Advertising Opportunities
• Small Business Resources Available
• Business Advocacy
• Social Media Opportunities and Coaching
• Partnership Yearly Accomplishments
• Upcoming Sky Islands Events

Service Animal Policy

To ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all guests, only certified service dogs trained to assist individuals with disabilities are permitted at this event. Please note that emotional support, therapy animals, or pets are not allowed.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.