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Where do doctors go to treat their own pain?

Dr. Robert Sidlow MD, MBA—Internist, New York, NY “As a board-certified internist who has been in practice for over 13 years, I spend much of my time attempting to alleviate the pain and suffering of my patients. As a clinician, one of the biggest challenges I face is helping my patients deal with musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain syndromes-those alltoo-common, yet frequently debilitating ailments caused by bad backs, pinched nerves, arthritis, and the like. Unfortunately, much of what I have to offer my patients boils down to the following: take a pain pill, stretch if you can, wait, and hope for the best. After a failed trial of "conservative" therapy a call might go out to the orthopedic surgeon for assistance; a truly satisfactory result is not common. The simple fact is that physicians are not well trained to deal with musculoskeletal pain, and patients can suffer as a result. Thankfully, my views on this topic have been turned completely upside down since I have personally discovered Dr. Jonathan Donath's outstanding practice. After beginning a vigorous exercise regime, I started to experience awful neck and upper back pain, accompanied by numbness and tingling down my left arm and fingers. For weeks I tried to nurse the pain with non steroidal anti-inflammatory medication, but the pain persisted and got to the point that I was almost unable to work, sleep, or most importantly, play guitar. I was literally in tears from the excruciating pain. A neurosurgeon diagnosed a herniated disc and pinched nerve in my neck and offered to decompress it with an operation. In desperation I called Dr. Donath instead. My visit to Dr. Donath's office was an outstanding experience. He spent about an hour with me and combined multiple modalities to fix the herniated disc in my neck: deep massage, active release techniques, traditional manipulation, cold therapy, and finally spinal decompression. After that first hour with Dr. Donath my pain had decreased from a 10/10 down to a manageable 4/10, and I was able to comfortably move my head and neck. That very night I was able to play guitar again. Two days later I went back for another series of treatments and the pain decreased even further.

After about five days the pain was absolutely gone. Unbelievable! Since then he has used the same wonderful techniques to help me overcome painful bouts of sciatica as well.

My own patients and family members have become "believers" in Dr. Donath's abilities as well--- the results he achieves are real and lasting. He is my go to guy for the majority of musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain syndromes that I now realize are truly treatable.”

THE NECK & BACK PAIN SOLUTION Dr. Donath’s new book is available at Amazon.com or a free E-book can be downloaded from his website.

Dr. Gregory Galano MD, Orthopedic Surgeon White Plains and New York, NY

As a board-certified sports medicine orthopedist, I see many patients with activity-related joint, back, and neck pain. Often I am confronted with patients that have exhausted other conservative forms of treatment, but fail to have lasting relief. Many of these patients would like to avoid surgery or may not even be good candidates for surgical procedures.

Dr. Donath has proved extremely helpful to this patient population. He spends a great deal of time listening and examining the patient in order to formulate an individualized treatment plan. He offers innovative treatment options which include chiropractic, active release therapy, Graston technique, non-operative spinal decompression, and even exercise and nutrition programs. Having shared many patients with Dr. Donath, I have seen firsthand the positive interventions he has made in their daily lives and activities. They express the utmost respect and confidence in his clinical evaluation and knowledge, as well as his treatment techniques. I have no reservations recommending him highly to any patient I think may benefit from his services.

Dr. Annebeth Litt, MD Internist, White Plains, NY

“Dr. Donath is amazing. As an internist, I have to decide between traditional western medicine and chiropractic care for my patients with back pain and other joint-related complaints. Dr. Donath's thorough and comprehensive approach to care allows my patients to get relief faster and less invasively.

The result is invariably positive.

One of my patients said he got his life and golf game back after seeing Dr. Donath. Another said that he was able to get rid of a pain she had for over 5 years in just a few sessions. I can confirm his success first-hand: Dr. Donath relieved my chronic pain with multiple techniques: manipulation, spinal decompression, vitamins and supplements, exercise and stretching. His hands-on approach and love of his work is reflected by the excellent results he gets.

I continue to send my friends, family and patients to Dr. Donath because I know he gets results.”

Dr. Pankaj Jain—Pediatric Cardiologist New York, NY “I really don't have words to express my feelings about the care I got in the last 3 months. I was almost handicapped, living with terrible pain all the time, crippling my day to day life. I am a medical doctor and work in a hospital with all sorts of amazing physicians, but after seeing a physical therapist, getting epidural steroids injections, many orthopedists and neurosurgeons, finally my destination lead me to see Dr Jonathan Donath. With great skepticism, I lied down for spinal decompression therapy. It was unbelievable that after only two initial sessions, my radiating pain down my leg had almost disappeared. Gradually, I started getting better, started doing exercises that they gave me midway through the treatment. Now, I am doing all my daily activities without any pain. I highly recommend Dr Jonathan for any problems related to the musculoskeletal system, you will definitely feel at home and will get better.”

Dr. Eugene Dinkevich MD—Division of General Pediatrics SUNY Downstate Medical Center Brooklyn, NY “I am a pediatrician and in my work, I have to bend down a lot and I'm constantly lifting kids. I usually have one to three bad flare ups of low back pain every year. When my back would "go out", I could barely walk to the bathroom and would have to lie down in bed for a few days. I have tried everything: doing nothing and "toughing it out", muscle relaxants, physical therapy, chiropractic, therapeutic massage, and even painful steroid injections. Nothing worked. When I moved to Westchester, I met Dr. Jonathan Donath. In just a couple of sessions with Dr. Donath, the pain completely disappeared. If it hadn't happened to me, I wouldn't have believed it. During my last flare up, I was expecting to be on my back for 2-3 days and in pain for 2 weeks. Instead, after one session with Dr. Donath, I was able to walk; two more sessions and I was fine. I could walk, bend down and I had almost no pain.

Since that last back episode, Dr. Donath has helped me with my tendonitis in my right hand and with my chronic knee problems. I recommend Dr. Donath to everyone with back, muscle or joint pain. Even if you have not had relief with other treatments and other chiropractors, give Dr. Donath a chance. I did and he changed my life.”

Dr. Harold Weissman, MD Ophthalmic Surgeon Lenox Hill Hospital New York, NY “My wife actually went to Dr. Donath before I did. She was experiencing terrible neck pain and literally could not move her neck in any direction without excruciating pain. It was so bad that initially she was unable to drive herself to Dr. Donath’s office. After only two spinal decompression treatments

by Dr. Donath, she was able to resume driving. Following a few weeks of treatment, she was pain free and her range of motion was back to normal. A few years later, I started having arm and elbow pain. I tweaked something in my arm while working out and anti-inflammatory medication and pain killers did not help. The problem affected my ability to function as an eye surgeon. I saw Dr. Donath who diagnosed my condition as lateral epicondylitis (more commonly known as tennis elbow). He treated me utilizing Active Release Techniques and I improved almost immediately. He also gave me numerous exercises to do at home.

After three visits to his office, my pain was completely gone. I highly recommend Dr. Donath to my family, friends, and patients who experience any sort of musculoskeletal pain.

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A NEW, LARGER EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT & TRAUMA CENTER The Hospital includes a new Emergency Department that is double the size of the previous one. Included are separate treatment areas for trauma, cardiac care, behavioral health and less serious illnesses and injuries. In addition, the Cohen Pediatric Emergency Department has a dedicated waiting room and treatment center for our smallest patients.

USING ART TO CREATE A CALMING ENVIRONMENT NOW OPEN: THE NEW STAMFORD HOSPITAL Opened in late September, the new Stamford Hospital is designed to meet the needs of tomorrow’s patientcentered care. In addition to the use of advanced technology, each space within the building was designed with the input of clinical staff as well as the Hospital’s Patient and Family Advisory Council.

The use of natural light, soft interior elements, noise control and wayfinding helps create a sustainable, calming and welcoming setting, consistent with the Hospital’s Planetree philosophy of patient-centered care. The result is a unique healing environment that will enhance the patient experience for today and for generations to come.

ALLPRIVATE PATIENT ROOMS The new Stamford Hospital is the first hospital in Fairfield County to offer all private rooms, each with its own private bathroom. Every room includes ample space to accommodate friends and family.

In addition, the GetWellNetwork provides a range of entertainment options, interactive services, and patient education to help engage patients in their own care.

The Hospital also features more than 600 unique works of art depicting tranquil scenes that incorporate the soothing colors of nature. These have been created by artists around the country; however, many are the work of gifted painters and photographers from across lower Fairfield County.

Visit StamfordHealth.org/newhospital to learn more about the new Stamford Hospital.

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THE NEW STAMFORD HOSPITAL. BUILT WITH YOU IN MIND. The new Stamford Hospital enables us to provide healthcare in ways not previously possible. From arrival through discharge, and beyond, we have considered every detail and how it contributes to the patient and family experience. Built on the foundation of patient-centered care, our new facility works as hard as our doctors and sta to exceed the physical, mental and spiritual needs of all who come through our doors.

This is more than a state-of-the-art healthcare facility. This is Healing. Reimagined.

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10 Tips to help you achieve your New Year’s health goals

tweak your diet so that you can still enjoy foods you love without sabotaging your weight loss or healthy eating efforts.

5. Use Reliable Resources It may be tempting to try a fad diet, but these are usually unrealistic, difficult to maintain, and sometimes even dangerous. Instead, find a reliable source of information to help you understand nutrition. The USDA offers a number of tools and resources, or you can consult a registered dietitian in your area. An RD is specially trained and can give you tips and tricks to help you achieve your specific goals.

6. Eat Breakfast Every Day Surely you've heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It is! Eat a big healthy breakfast as early as possible. It will give you more energy, lead you to make healthier choices during the day, and keep you feeling full so you eat less later on.

7. Fill Up on Vegetables Vegetables are filled with nutrients, water, fiber, and very few calories. If you fill half of your plate with vegetables, you'll get fuller faster and cut down your calories without feeling deprived. Use herbs and spices to jazz up vegetables instead of using butter and/or salt to flavor them.

With the new year comes the opportunity for a fresh start.

For many people, this means leading a healthier lifestyle and losing weight. If this is your goal, follow these tips to stay on track.

1. Find Your Motivation What is motivating you to lose weight? Do you want to look better in your clothes, feel more energetic, or simply improve your health? Get clear about what you want, and then use that to inspire you throughout your journey.

2. Have a Plan If you were to go on a long road trip, you wouldn't just jump in the car and go. If you did, you'd arrive hungry, tired, and fatigued. That's the same way you'd feel if you jumped into a whole new lifestyle with no planning. Before January 1st arrives, outline the changes you want to implement and decide how you'll fit them into your schedule. Keep in mind that it may be best to take steps rather than tackle everything at once.

3. Make Goals Goals help measure progress. If you don't know where you want to end up, you won't really know how to get there. When making your goals, you need to make SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely. For example, a SMART goal would be something like, “I will walk for 15 minutes 3 days for one week.” Or, “I will prepare one new healthy recipe each week for the month of January.”

4. Track What You Eat Looking closely at what you eat is often an eyeopening experience. Use FitDay's free online Calorie Counter and Fitness Log to keep track of everything you put into your body. You don't have to do it for the rest of your life, but it is a great habit to start. Tracking will help you

8. Exercise In order to burn calories at a faster rate and build a healthy body, you'll need to incorporate exercise into your life. Take it slow at first, and then increase your time and/or intensity once you feel comfortable. If you haven't exercised in a while, talk to your doctor to make sure that you are healthy enough to begin an exercise plan.

9. Take It Slow A major mistake many people make when trying to tackle a health resolution is trying to do everything at once. This is almost always a recipe for disaster. Spend a few weeks just trying to achieve 1-2 goals at a time. When you have established new good habits, put a couple more goals on your plate. Remember: You want to make permanent changes, and these will take time to implement.

10. Be Prepared for Lapses A lapse is when you temporarily "fall off the wagon." This is a normal part of the process; no one is perfect. It is important for you to take a moment to recognize that you got sidetracked, but don't use it as an excuse to throw in the towel. Every day is a new chance to start over, so return to your healthy lifestyle immediately.

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Atlantic Cash Flow Solutions Inc. 800 Village Walk, Suite 237 Guilford, CT 06437

Phone: (203) 228-8888 Fax: (203) 779-1222 www.atlanticcashflow.com

Helping Physicians Focus on Patients, Not Paperwork “Doctors didn’t go to medical school to spend their time doing paperwork,” says Kelly O’Brien, President of Atlantic Cash Flow Solutions.

“This offers real-time eligibility, allowing a medical office’s billing staff to know within seconds if a patient’s insurance is current or denied,” O’Brien explains.

O’Brien’s company, based in Guilford, Connecticut, helps physicians streamline their practice management and medical information to enhance revenue and simplify billing services, using a Webbased system that is fully HIPPA and MACRA-ready.

The system was designed with input from physicians to help reduce the headache of dealing with mountains of recordkeeping, medical billing and other office necessities.

“What makes us unique, and the leaders in this service for 22 years, is that we are a clearinghouse to handle physicians’ insurance claims,” says O’Brien.

“We began by purchasing our clearinghouse and then integrated our Practice Management (iClaim) and EHR (EMRx) systems into it,” she says.

“This, coupled with the fact that we have 800 ICD-10 coders in 65 specialties, allows us to “scrub” the claims clean, resulting in getting 97 percent of the physicians’ submitted insurance payments back in 7-12 days – compared with the national average of 70 percent back in 90 days.”

The core of the process is an Electronic Medical Records Exchange (EMRX) webbased system which is fully integrated with their iClaim practice-management system.

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O’Brien notes that iClaim can also fully integrate with many other EHR systems.

Another plus – the system makes it possible for physicians to take advantage of the latest technology without the need to invest in expensive computer hardware, software, computer networks, and other high-tech equipment.

“We offer a simple, efficient system that takes care of everything – from listing appointments and completing patients’ charts, to e-prescriptions and billing, says O’Brien, a certified medical revenue manager.

“The patient portal allows for patients to schedule and make their own payments at the time of visit, which can help increase payments by up to 50 percent.”

To further simplify physicians’ office workloads, it’s now easier for doctors to scan, retrieve and convert paper documents into electronic images.

Kelly O'Brien, CMRM President

Notes and annotations can be added, and material can be quickly accessed by appropriate staff members and other medical experts – all while maintaining a vital high level of security.

“In addition to our EMRx and iClaim systems, we offer seven additional addon services, from audit protection to coding to compliancy, and marketing tools.”

Atlantic Cash Flow Solutions generally works with individual physicians’ practices instead of hospitals, “Although our clients include doctors who are affiliated with facilities including Yale, Temple and Duke medical centers.”

O’Brien says.

The company can set up systems for physicians anywhere across the U.S. “And here in the Northeast, we like to meet in person with physicians to discuss their records-management and billing needs. We specialize in personal service,” she adds.

Atlantic Cash Flow Solutions is located at 800 Village Walk, Suite 237, in Guilford, CT. They can be reached at 203-228-8888. Their website is atlanticcashflow.com.

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Best diets for men & women:

Top 5 weight-loss plans for the New Year

Most diet plans claim to offer the same results, including a slim figure and better health. But which ones actually deliver?

A team of health experts has weighed in, ranking 35 diet plans on overall performance. The evaluations were based on seven categories, including nutrition, promise of short-term and long-term weight loss, and ability to fight chronic illnesses like heart disease and diabetes, according to U.S. News and World Report, which commissioned the evaluation.

Here are the experts' top five weight-loss plans for the new year.

1. The DASH Diet. Here’s one you may not have heard of before. The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Diet was first developed to lower blood pressure but quickly became popular as a way to lose weight. The diet is low in salt and rich in fruits, vegetables, dairy, protein and nuts.

Who should be on it? The Mayo Clinic Diet is for people who want to get serious about weight loss and developing healthy habits.

2. The TLC Diet. The main aim of the Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes Diet plan is to significantly reduce saturated fat intake.

It’s a low-fat diet with an emphasis on limiting the amount of meat and whole milk products consumed.

Who should be on it? This one’s best for people with a risk of diabetes.

Who should be on it? The DASH diet is recommended for people with hypertension, or high blood pressure, or prehypertension.

Who should be on it? Health experts recommend this diet for people who want to cut down on cholesterol.

3. The Mayo Clinic Diet. This diet comes in two parts: the “Lose it!” phase and the “Live it!” phase. During the Lose it! phase, dieters spend two weeks exercising daily and developing healthy habits. The Live it! phase is spent learning about food choices, portion control and menu planning.

4. The Mediterranean Diet. Living a Mediterranean lifestyle, with an emphasis on fruits, whole grains, beans, nuts and olive oil, is the focus of the Mediterranean Diet. The menu is high on whole grains and veggies as well as seafood.

5. Weight Watchers. One of the most recognized names in the diet industry, Weight Watchers is all about the obvious: losing weight. The program is built around a points system in which foods are given values that add up to a daily total. The diet is extremely flexible, provided you stay within the allotted point limit.

Who should be on it? People who want to take weight loss to the next level.

Source:www.ibtimes.com/PHILIP ROSS

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I had trouble believing this myself, but what if I told you that there exists a recently FDA approved laser that can grow your hair back?

It feels like an episode from a SciFi movie, only better because it is true, and the FDA agrees. Pioneers in laser medicine have discovered that Low Level Laser Light Therapy (known as LLLT) can resuscitate dying hair follicles and stimulate hair to grow again. How does it work? The laser heals the follicle by improving blood circulation, nutrient flow, and rate of removal of harmful DHT (from testosterone) among other positive benefits. On a cellular level, this means improved metabolism and protein synthesis, increased ATP (energy) production to repair the weakened follicle and cellular stimulation.

All this means prevention of hair loss, improved hair quality and hair growth. But don’t take just my word for it, take the FDA’s.

The FDA looked at data from thousands of patients who received a full treatment cycle, and they found it to be SAFE and EFFECTIVE. There is no pain, no surgery, no drugs, no side effects. And it works.

This all translates into a modern day medical miracle. Very few people are not candidates for benefit from this device, whether you are young or old, male of female. (If all your hair is dormant, and your scalp is shiny bald with no inkling of remaining hair, you would have been excluded from the study). Of course, it takes a commitment to your hair. Each cycle is 20”, and you need to complete a 48 treatment cycle… so far, hair doesn’t grow from trees…but it can grow from a laser!

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Sure, you know it’s important to visit the physician’s office on a regular basis, but did you know that caring for your body takes more than just a routine physical? It’s never too early (or late!) to take control of your health. Find out when you should get important medical tests such as a Pap smear, mammogram, colonoscopy, and more, as well as tips on how you can look and feel younger. It’s time to brush up on your health smarts with our guide to women’s health in your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond.

In Your 20s

Your parents aren’t making your doctors’ appointments anymore, so it’s up to you to take charge of your health. It’s time to find a healthcare team you trust. You should establish a relationship with a primary care provider to get exams and screenings as your doctor recommends, and visit a gynecologist every year.

In Your 30s

According to Dr. Ladocsi, pelvic and menstrual problems can surface during this decade. Talk to your doctor if your periods have become heavier or more painful than when you were younger. Unfortunately, infertility becomes an issue for many women in their mid-30s. Your gynecologist can help determine if you need to see a fertility specialist.

Watch the Scale

Unfortunately your metabolism isn’t what it used to be. Exercise is probably the first thing to drop off your busy schedule, given that the thirties are typically the time when both your professional and personal lives are thriving. Still, it’s important to find a workout you love and stick to it for 30 minutes a day.

Get Screened

Women in their 20s who are sexually active should be screened for STDs, and those 26 and under should get the HPV vaccine, if they haven’t been vaccinated already. Your gynecologist will work with you on birth control and STD prevention and screening.

Thinking about having kids? Schedule a pre-conception checkup with your OB/GYN to prepare yourself for a healthy pregnancy.

In Your 40s

It’s time to add another health screening to your yearly routine.

Dr. Ladocsi says women should have yearly mammogram screenings starting at 40. While breast cancer affects nearly 1 out of every 8 women in the United States, early detection by mammography can reduce the risk of death by up to one-third, according to the American Cancer Society. It also provides a greater range of treatment options should you be diagnosed.

Create Lifelong Healthy Habits

It’s time to ditch the junk food and invest in a healthy eating plan.

If fruits and veggies become the norm in your diet, your body will thank you in the years to come. And while fine lines and wrinkles are years away, take steps now to prevent signs of aging later.

Source://www.sharecare.com/health/womens/Tayor Dahl

Know Your Bones

Many post-menopausal women will experience rapid bone loss, which can lead to osteoporosis. That’s why it’s important to make bone health a priority long before menopause. Exercises that force your body to work against gravity, such as tennis, dancing and walking are great bone boosters. Your bones will also benefit from a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D. If you’re not getting enough calcium and/or vitamin D through your diet alone, you continued on next page may need to take supplements.

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In Your 50s and Beyond continued from previous page

Women ages 40-64 should continue getting routine physical exams every 1-2 years, and those 65 and up should have them every year. It’s also important to visit the gynecologist for regular exams (and mammograms), as well as perimenopausal and menopausal changes. This is the decade where screening for colorectal cancer becomes increasingly important. While it’s the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, it’s also one of the most preventable diseases with routine check-ups.

Love Your Heart

Get Vaccinated

Vaccines aren’t just for kids.

As your age increases, so does the risk of life-threatening complications from the flu and pneumonia. Luckily, you can prevent both with vaccinations.

Talk to your doctor about the shingles vaccine after you turn 60.

Heart disease is the leading cause of deaths in the US, killing one in four women. Women won’t necessarily experience the classic symptoms of a heart attack such as crushing chest pain or pain radiating down one arm. In fact, many women experience hard-to-recognize heart attack symptoms such as shortness of breath, jaw pain and nausea. Bottom line: If you experience chest discomfort or one of the above symptoms, head to the emergency room.

Source://www.sharecare.com/health/womens/Tayor Dahl

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UB Clinics are home to the teaching clinics for our College of Chiropractic, College of Naturopathic Medicine, Acupuncture Institute, and Fones School of Dental Hygiene. Each of these specialty teaching clinics offer comprehensive services, are open to the public, and provide numerous opportunities for patients to experience medical and wellness care in one convenient location.

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According to the National Sleep Foundation, women are more likely to have problems falling and staying asleep than men. Not only does sleep help combat memory loss, but it also reduces stress and helps dieters lose weight.

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Important information about… preventing birth defects

What are birth defects?

Birth defects are abnormal conditions that happen before or at the time of birth. Some are mild–like an extra finger or toe. Some are very serious– like a heart defect. They can cause physical, mental, or medical problems.

Some, like Down syndrome or sickle cell anemia, are caused by genetic factors. Others are caused by certain drugs, medicines or chemicals. But the causes of most birth defects are still a mystery. Researchers are working hard to learn the causes of birth defects so that we can find ways to prevent them.

How serious are birth defects?

One in 33 babies is born with a birth defect. Many people believe that birth defects only happen to other people. Birth defects can and do happen in any family. About 120,000 babies in the U.S. each year have birth defects.

What is the good news?

The good news is that new ways of preventing and treating birth defects are being found. Genes that may cause birth defects are being found every day, providing hope for new treatments and cures.

Genetic counseling provides parents with information about their risks based on family history, age, ethnic or racial background, or other factors.

Better healthcare for mothers with problems like diabetes or seizures can improve their chances of having healthy babies. Immunization prevents infections like German measles (rubella) that can harm unborn babies.

Today, babies born with birth defects can live longer and healthier lives.

Special care after birth and newborn screening tests can help these babies.

What steps can women take to prevent birth defects?

Not all birth defects can be prevented. But a woman can increase her ownchance of having a healthy baby. Many birth defects happen very early in pregnancy, sometimes before a woman even knows she is pregnant.

Remember that about half of all pregnancies are unplanned. Here are some steps a woman can take to get ready for a healthy pregnancy: • • • •

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Get early prenatal care and go to every appointment.

Take a vitamin with 400 micrograms (mcg) folic acid every day.

Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and street drugs.

Keep hands clean by washing them often with soap and water to prevent infections.

Talk with the health care professional about any medical problems and medicine use (both prescription and over-the-counter).

Ask about avoiding any substances at work or at home that might be harmful to a developing baby.

Eat a healthy, balanced diet.

Avoid unpasteurized (raw) milk and foods made from it.

Avoid eating raw or under cooked meat.

For more information, ask your health care professional or local health department how to plan for a healthy baby.

Call the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at 1-800CDC INFO (1-800-232-4636), or visit http://www.cdc.gov/birthdefects or http://www.cdc.gov/pregnancy Visit the March of Dimes website http://marchofdimes.com

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Cathi Kellett named Safe Kids Advocate of the Year

Cathi Kellett, of Shelton, was recently named Advocate of the Year by Safe Kids Connecticut.

The award recognizes Safe Kids coordinators who have gone above and beyond to promote Safe Kids Connecticut’s Initiatives.

Safe Kids Worldwide is a global organization dedicated to preventing injuries in children. Safe Kids works with an extensive network of more than 400 coalitions in the United States and partners with organizations in 30 countries around the world to reduce injuries from motor vehicles, sports, drownings, falls, burns, poisonings and more.

Kellett coordinates Safe Kids Greater Naugatuck Valley and is Special Programs Coordinator for Griffin Hospital’s Community Outreach Program. She started working with Safe Kids in 2003 and became a Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Instructor in 2006. She recently became one of just 40 CPS Special Needs instructors in the country.

When Safe Kids Greater Naugatuck Valley Chapter started in 2004, Kellett expanded its reach by incorporating Griffin Hospital’s Children’s Health & Wellness programs. She developed a Children’s Safety Theme of the Month program and initiated it in all 15 sites in the chapter’s area.

The themes covered by this program includes pedestrian safety, Halloween safety, Germ Busters, sports safety, safety around pets, nutrition, bike safety, CPS, winter safety and summer safety, which includes swimming safety.

“Cathi is willing to share her information and knowledge to all interested in the safety of children and is a wonderful asset to the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region,” said Pat Zainc, of the Waterbury Police Community Relations Division.

For more information on Safe Kids Worldwide, visit safekids.org.

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Five beautiful ways to prep for winter

With winter upon us—your health is not the only thing in need of attention. Your beauty is an important consideration, too. After all, with colder temps comes drier air—and that air, in search of moisture, starts to suck it out of your skin and hair. Dryness equals wrinkles, breakage and a reminder that being a so-called natural beauty comes at a price.

Plump and hydrate your lips. The harsh winds of winter can whip up some pretty chapped lips. And chapped lips look so withered and blah. Life Cell Skincare has a solution: its Lip Plumping Treatment hydrates and plumps at the same time (no injections required). The topical treatment stimulatescollagen and hyaluronic acid production and claims to help your lips look significantly fuller after just one week of use.

Indulge your facial skin. Words like "rich" and "luxurious" are used to describe this face cream from iS Clinical, which gives your precious skin a head start on the winter by protecting it against the harsh elements.

Soothe and repair. Rough, dry elbows and heels and ragged cuticles and dry patches. Let the winter fun begin, or not. Green Goo sounds, well, gooey, but it's not. Instead, it's a company that makes "Food for Your Skin" with natural herbs and essential oils. Their Skin Repair is packed into in a handy little tin small enough to throw into a bag. Aside from soothing rough skin, its magic blend of aloe vera and vitamin E oils can treat sunburns, puffy eyes, wrinkles and scars. The company aims to “bring the Farm to Farmacy.” Cute, huh? And the fact that it rubs in nicely and doesn't leave a greasy residue is a big plus, too.

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Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers offers day classes for CNA, PCT and Phlebotomy Training

The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, at 300 Seymour Avenue, Suite 206 in Derby, is offering classes for its winter Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Patient Care Technician (PCT) and Phlebotomy programs.

The School of Allied Health Careers is offering a day session for its CNA program with classes on Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. 1 p.m. starting Jan. 16. The day PCT program and the Phlebotomy program begins Jan. 17.

The CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed schedule.

Course content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care.

The program’s clinical experience is at a long term stay facility and Griffin Hospital from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for a total of 40 hours. After successfully completing the course and clinical ex-

perience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut. The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book, CPR training, and malpractice insurance coverage for the clinical rotation.

The 16-week PCT program requires students to attend practical training on Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., and have the option to take the Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday classes either during the day from 9 a.m.-noon or during the evening from 6-9 p.m. The PCT program offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the school's fully equipped mock hospital room and during the 160 hours of clinical experience. The course tuition includes textbook, malpractice insurance, CPR certification, and national certification.

The 13-week Phlebotomy program holds classes on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a daytime option of 9 a.m.-noon and

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The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers in Derby is currently accepting applications for its winter programs. an evening option of 6-9 p.m. The course tuition includes a 40-hour internship, national certification, lab coats, CPR certification, malpractice insurance and textbook.

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Start a new healthy lifestyle in 2017 with Griffin’s Wellness for Life

Griffin Hospital’s Wellness for Life Program is a great opportunity for individuals to get a jumpstart on their New Year’s resolutions and can be a great holiday gift for a loved one looking to make a change for a healthier lifestyle.

Wellness for Life is a 12-week, evidence-based lifestyle change program that helps prevent and treat many chronic diseases. It’s designed for individuals ready to make changes in their nutrition, physical activity and stress management. With the support of a multi-disciplinary staff, Wellness for Life members take ownership of making long-term lifestyle changes in their lives.

According to a report by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 80 percent of chronic diseases, like obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol, can be prevented with better lifestyle choices in nutrition, activity and emotional health.

Wellness for Life will hold two sessions starting in February 2017. The program encourages participants to make a commitment for a healthier life through custom fitness evaluation and planning, individual nutritional guidance, one-on-one coaching, and small, interactive health seminars. Each participant also receives an activity tracker, which helps monitor his or her activity, sleep patterns and food intake.

“Making changes for a healthy lifestyle isn’t easy – it requires oneon-one guidance and on-going support,” said Wellness for Life Program Co-Director Eunice Lisk.

“This program helps people assess their lifestyle, provides them with a personalized plan to increase vitality and gives one-on-one and group support every step of the way to better health.”

Wellness for Life focuses on establishing healthy weight control, lowered cholesterol and blood pressure,

better sleep and energy, and increased personal strength and resilience.

For the past three years of the program, Wellness for Life participants have seen significant weight loss and reductions in blood pressure. The program has also received high satisfaction scores in meeting participants’ expectations and for valuable presentations by health experts.

Wellness for Life meets at the Hewitt Ambulatory Pavilion (located in the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital) at 350 Seymour Ave., in Derby.

For more information about Wellness for Life, visit griffinhealth.org or call Program Co-Director Eunice Lisk, MS, at 203-732-7107.

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“Back Pain Technology Cheats Mother Nature

January, 2017

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After helping hundreds of Fairfield County herniated disc sufferers eliminate their pain, Local Doctor explains how…

Helps Herniated Discs Heal Naturally… In As Little As 25 Minutes!”

At Last! Fairfield County Doctor Offers Technology That Doesn’t Just End SEVERE Pain From Herniated Discs, But Helps Your Body To Start Rebuilding Them… As Fast As Humanly Possible!

Best Part: You can check it all out for FREE if you like!

There is no doubt… technology has made all of our lives better… and easier.

Just about every miraculous medical cure and comfort of modern living can be attributed to amazing breakthroughs in technology.

Heck, laser eye surgery can give people who are almost as blind as a bat perfect 20/20 vision. How amazing is that?

That’s why it’s no surprise that technology might be able to solve your back and neck pain from herniated/bulging discs or sciatica… for good.

Here is why: Back and neck pain can be devastating. And nothing is worse than going to doctor after doctor… trying treatment after treatment… spending money you can’t afford… and still suffering in pain.

That’s why…

I bet you would love to instantly end your pain… without any risk what-so-ever… and have it never come back for the rest of your life?

Well, that might NOT be so easy.

But, what if there was a wonderful advancement in technology that, with a handful of simple, non-invasive treatments, could possibly have you out of pain and on your way to healing naturally?

Better yet, what if this technology could possibly heal your herniated/bulging discs (instead of cutting it out like surgery) so you have the best chance to live pain-free and do all the things you want and love to do?

And what if this technology was: • FDA cleared!

• Proven safe and effective!

• Allows your herniated discs to heal naturally without the risky and dangerous side effects of surgery!

• Relieves pain fast… in some cases in as little as 25 minutes!

Well, guess what? There is such technology and there is a very good chance it can help you… like it has alof ready helps thousands herniated/bulging disc and sciatica sufferers all around the country…

No Matter How Bad Your Pain Is, How Long You’ve Been Suffering Or How Many Other Treatments And Doctors Have Failed You! Don’t laugh. It’s really true. Here’s proof…

When you have a herniated disc, compressive forces cause your spinal bones to come together… basically squashing your disc. The space in between your bones decreases and the soft, jello-like disc material leaks out.

This disc material that leaks out is called a herniated disc and can cause severe pain, numbness and tingling in your neck, back, arms or legs when the herniation pushes into and “pinches” a nerve.

So it makes sense, if you could slightly pull the spinal bones apart… that would open up the space, take the pressure off the disc, the disc off the nerve and solve the problem. Right? But the only problem is… how do you do that? For years and years, doctors have been trying to do it with traction.

But traction has been proven ineffective and often very painful. Why? Traction doesn’t work because when you have a herniated or bulging disc, the area is injured and when you try to move, your muscles go into spasm.

Spasm is your body’s way of trying to protect you from causing further injury.

That’s why traction hurts so much.

As soon as the traction starts… your muscles overprotect the area and spasm.

But the good news is: Now there is technology that out-smarts your body’s natural spasm reaction. In other words: It fools mother nature!

This technology is called nonsurgical spinal decompression (NSSD) and here’s how it works…

NSSD is very different from plain traction because it has advanced computer technology that actually senses your spinal muscles. When it starts to gently pull, it immediately knows when your muscles start to contract and it stops pulling. As soon as your muscles relax, it starts pulling again.

The amazing thing is: the computer senses your muscles contraction so early… you don’t even feel what is going on. Which means you never feel any pain! In fact, the only thing most patients feel is… RELIEF!!!

But the best part is: NSSD is able to gently separate your spinal bones which, in many cases, actually sucks the herniated disc material back into the disc where it belongs! This takes away your pain and allows your herniated and bulging discs to heal naturally!

And check this out: Treatments are pleasant and simple. All you have to do is lie on your back, listen to your favorite music, read a magazine… or… take a nap! The wonderful technology does everything while you simply RELAX the pain away!

To sum up NSSD: • For most patients it is 100% painless… in fact many patients actually fall asleep during treatment!

• Works fast! Most patients get relief after a handful of treatments – some after the very first!

• Is non-invasive so it does not have the dangerous risks of surgery!

• Gets to the root cause of the problem and helps it heal naturally!

Isn’t modern technology wonderful? And wouldn’t you like to…

Give This Great Technology A Try… For Free?

If you would, there’s great news.

There is a Doctor located at 222 Westchester Ave. Suite 405 in White Plains who has invested hundreds of thousands of dollars in this wonderful technology and has been treating herniated/bulging disc and sciatica patients with incredible success.

His name is Dr. Jonathan Donath DC, MS and he is so excited about the results he’s been getting, he would like to share it with as many pain sufferers as possible.

But There Is A Catch…

There’s always a catch... isn’t there? Even though this technology has helped a majority of the patients Dr. Donath has treated… it is not a wonder cure and it does not help everyone.

On the right: healthy disc.

Center: Herniated disc with soft disc material leaking out.

On the left: Herniated disc material compressing or “pinching” nerve.

For that reason, Dr. Donath does a complete examination on every potential patient and only accepts you if he feels you are most likely to get the pain relief and outcome you are looking for.

Dr. Donath’s Special Deal For You! Because the economy is so bad and Dr. Donath wants to help you if possible, he is offering the first 17 people who respond to this article a free consultation and NSSD qualification examination.

And if you qualify for NSSD treatments, Dr. Donath will also give you one treatment for FREE! And if you do not qualify, Dr. Donath will help you find the best option for you.

That’s why, if you suffer with pain from a herniated/bulging disc or sciatica you should call 914-259-8104 right now. When April answers the phone, simply tell her you would like your free non-surgical spinal decompression consultation and examination. If you are one of the first 17, she will schedule you within the next few days. If you are in a lot of pain or already scheduled for surgery, tell April and she will be sure to get you in immediately. Maybe even today.

On right: Herniated disc with spinal bones “squished” together.

Center: NSSD slightly pulls the spinal bones apart, opens up the disc space and allows herniated material to move back into the disc.

Left: Herniated material completely back in center of disc allows the disc to heal naturally.

Your consultation and examination should take about 60 minutes. During this time you can get all of your questiones answered in a warm and friendly environment. You will know exactly what’s causing your pain and the best possible way to solve it. Dr. Donath will explain to you all your possible options along with his recomendations so you can make the best choice for YOU.

Why Limited To 17?

Dr. Donath has limited the number he will accept right now to 17 because he does not believe patients should wait and they should also get the quality personal attention they deserve.

When you go for your free visit, I’m sure you will see how unique and pleasant the experience is. It’s nice to be treated like a person and not a number or based on insurance coverage. It’s also nice to know exactly what’s causing your pain and how to relieve it as fast as possible.

Dr. Donath’s favorite cases are the one’s that were able to cancel back surgery after only a handful of treatments.

Dr. Donath also loves when a herniated disc patient that is in excruciating pain and thinks they’ve tried everything, lays down on the NSSD table, takes a 25 minute nap… and… wakes up with all their pain GONE! Just imagine how it would feel to have all your pain finally gone.

Imagine going to bed and being able to sleep the entire night through… … and waking up refreshed and energized… ready to take on the brand new day – without the pain and stiffness that has been terrorizing you.

And imagine finally knowing you have the solution to your herniated disc pain.

Well, you may not have to just “imagine” anymore… because…

NSSD might start relieving your pain… in just 25 minutes!

So, if you’d like to see if you qualify and give this amazing technology a try for free… give April a call at 914259-8104 right now. Why wait one more day in pain when the solution may be one quick phone call away?

Call now before someone else gets your free spot.

One More Thing It’s Important…

Ever since getting this wonderful technology, Dr. Donath’s office has been flooded with calls. For that reason, if when you call, the lines are busy or you go to voice mail… just keep calling back. The possibility of living pain-free is well worth the time and effort it may take you to get through and schedule your appointment. 914-259-8104

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