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Country Bank in Scarsdale (80 Garth Road) is presenting Faces of Burke, a traveling photography exhibit designed to showcase the individuality and courage of Burke Rehabilitation Hospital’s patients. The compelling photographs and stories of the subjects illustrate a diverse and inspiring group of patients who have succeeded in regaining mobility and independence through their experience at Burke. Country Bank is a Gold Sponsor of the Faces of Burke exhibit, which will be on view at the bank through the end of the year. Pictured at the opening are (l to r) Burke Rehabilitation Hospital President & CEO Jeffrey Menkes and Country Bank President & CEO Joe Murphy, Jr.

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Heart Disease Affects Children, Too Heart Birth Defects Are #1 Birth Defect, but Survivable

The doctors confirmed they were having a girl— but that she had a rare congenital heart defect.

Further tests confirmed her diagnosis: a double outlet right ventricle VSD, or ventricular septal defect (holes in the heart), and pulmonary stenosis, or narrowing of the heart artery. The doctors said she would need open heart surgery--it was just a matter of when.

Because of early detection, the neonatal intensive care unit team was ready and waiting to care for Mila Rose when she was born on August 3, 2016.

“My husband and I got to hold her for only a couple of minutes before she was whisked away to begin her tests,” said Mila Rose’s mother, Kailey, “After five days in intensive care, we took her home to get her strong for her impending surgery.”

After two months, they noticed the soft spot on her head was sunken, and took her to the pediatrician. By the time they arrived, Mila Rose’s eyes, mouth and lips were blue. Her oxygen levels were dangerously low and she was sent to the emergency room. A simple common cold caused her fragile heart to work overtime. Three days later, she was released, but within the week, the same symptoms returned, but worse.

“It was the scariest event yet. Her oxygen levels dipped and they needed to intubate her with a breathing tube and put her in a coma so her heart would stop working so hard,” she said.

Mila Rose had emergency heart surgery to have a shunt placed in her narrowed artery, but the other

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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the No. 1 killer of all Americans. In fact, someone dies from CVD every 39 seconds. Heart disease also kills more women than all forms of cancer combined.

Congenital heart defects are the most common cause of infant death from birth defects. The American Heart Association invites the public to join the October 1st Heart Walk event at Kensico Dam to join the fight against heart disease, fund research, and help save lives. Registration is open online at www.westchesterheartwalk.org.

The Heart Walk is the AHA’s biggest annual event, raising more than $400,000 for AHA programs and research at last year’s event. Funds raised at the Heart Walk will support research to help prevent and treat heart disease, stroke, and pediatric heart disease.

Congenital heart defects, or CHD, affect nearly 1% of—or about 40,000—births per year in the United States. Early detection, advances in science and treatments of congenital heart defects help save lives. The Konow family of Ossining is grateful for early detection and advanced treatments for CHD. Their baby had lifesaving open heart surgery on the day of last year’s Heart Walk. They are sharing their story to raise awareness and will be honored at this year’s event.

Kailey and Ryan Konow showed up for their 20-week prenatal appointment with the anticipation and excitement of any expectant parents.

defect would require additional surgery in the future. Post-surgery, she was kept isolated at home to minimize the risk of illness. On January 6th, she had the surgery for her full heart repair, and went home after 15 days, her heart fully repaired.

“At first, we couldn't believe this was happening to us. Why did they have to find something?

Now we are so grateful for the technology and research that allowed the early detection. We're so grateful for the doctors who continually focused in on her diagnosis and were always ready for her.

She will be closely monitored for her cardiology team for the rest of her life, but her future is bright and our hearts are full,” said Konow.

CHD is the most common heart birth defect but it is survivable—the AHA journal Circulation that estimates about 1 million children and 1.4 million adults in the United States were living with a congenital heart defect (CHD) in 2010. The American Heart Association’s funding for pediatric cardiac research is second only to the federal government.

Learn more at www.heart.org. Money raised at events like the Heart Walk help fund research.

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There is so much to cover from a health, wellness and healthcare perspective as we approach fall! New routines, schedules, activities and trying to enjoy it all during the last months of warm weather.

This month we continue to provide resources for a healthy transition back to school, reap the harvest from our local farm markets, and as a media partner for the 6th Annual Stamford Health, Wellness & Sport Expo, coming up in October, we continue to provide valuable information for an active lifestyle focusing on wellness at any age.

As we put the finishing touches on this issue we continue to be humbled by your feedback and ideas for upcoming issues. We hope you are as excited as we are when each new issue comes out and that there is indeed something for everyone to benefit from on our pages. We have heard that you like our Book List; please share your thoughts and suggestions for books; our editors love to engage with you!

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Health benefits of weight training for women

Some women may tend to shy away from lifting weights for fear of the effect it will have on their appearance. But the health benefits of muscle-strengthening include increased bone strength in addition to muscular fitness, and it can help you maintain muscle during a weight-loss program.

Despite the benefits of building muscle, many women desire a toned figure, but don’t want to end up looking “buff.”

The truth is, there isn’t a huge risk of drastically increasing the size of women’s muscles with weight training alone. The majority of women (and I’m sure there are exceptions) don’t have the necessary hormones for that kind of growth.

The main hormone that contributes to increasing muscle size is testosterone, which is typically associated with the male body, but isn’t generally as abundant in females. In order for a woman to develop “bodybuilder” muscles, it would be necessary to exceed the recommended amount of strength training, take hormones and focus intensely on increasing muscle mass. However, the average woman who lifts moderate weights will not experience that type of muscle growth.

Benefits of resistance and weight training

The fact is, weight training, also known as resistance training, is extremely important, not only for strengthening the body in general, but also for increasing bone density, which is an aspect that should concern all adult women.

Building muscle mass increases one’s metabolic rate, which can aid in burning fat and maintaining a healthy weight. Besides lifting weights, examples of other resistance training include: • • • •

Working with resistance bands Doing calisthenics that use body weight for resistance (push-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups) Carrying heavy loads Heavy gardening (such as digging or hoeing)

So, if you want to lose weight, increase bone density, tone-up or simply gain strength, be sure to include resistance training in your regular exercise routine.

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16th Annual National Women's Health & Fitness Day September 27, 2017

National Women’s Health & Fitness Day is observed on the last Wednesday in September.

It is the nation’s largest annual health promotion event for women of all ages.

An estimated 80,000 to 100,000 women of all ages, from across the country, will gather at senior centers, hospitals, health clubs, park and recreation districts, health and service organizations, schools, retirement communities and other community locations to partake in local women’s health and fitness events.

HOW TO OBSERVE Get the girls together for a workout and use #WomensHealthFitnessDay to post on social media.

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Healthy Restaurant Sampling Zone and The Loft Healthy Seminars at the 6th Annual Stamford Health, Health Wellness & Sports Expo 2017 presented by WABC-TV

Creative salads, innovative Thai and Indian specialties and organic wines are only some of the healthy tastings offered by18 area restaurants and food and beverage companies at the Healthy Restaurant Sampling Zone at the 6th Annual Stamford Health, Health Wellness & Sports Expo 2017 presented by WABC-TV on Saturday, October 21,10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, October 22, 2017, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission and parking are free.

This year, Expo 2017 is introducing The Loft Healthy Seminars, a series of ten different 45-minute presentations on timely food topics throughout the two-day event.

Erin McKeever Jerde from The Salad Jar will speak on Gluten-Sensitivity vs. Gluten Intolerance while representatives from The Mumbai Times, Rainbow Thai Restaurant and Myrna’s Kitchen will each lead informative sessions on the health benefits of Indian, Thai and Mediterranean foods.

Jeb Fiorita from Val’s Putnam Wines & Liquors will discuss organic wines and eco-friendly vineyards. Visit www.hws-expos.com for updates and schedule information.

Participating restaurants and food and beverage companies include Bareburger Stamford, India Avenue, Ionic Sportwater, KIND Healthy Snacks, My Mix Creative Kitchen, Myrna’s Kitchen, Navaratna Pure Vegetarian Restaurant, Authentic Indian Cuisine, Rainbow Thai Restaurant, Rise Brewing Company, Tangra Biryani Point, The Mumbai Times Restaurant, The Salad Jar and Val's Putnam Wines & Liquors.

At the Expo, visitors will also find health education provided by Stamford Health, activities for children, special guests, plus the latest information, products, services and demos from over 100 exhibitors and much more. Additional highlights include flu shots provided by CVS Health (insurance and/or cash payments accepted), healthy food demos with registered dietitian Cora Ragaini RD of Grade A ShopRite, “Discover Scuba” classes with Capt. Saam’s Scuba School and The Shark Tank Health Zone, showcasing “As Seen on Shark Tank” wellness entrepreneurs including Billy Blanks Jr. of Dance It Out, who will conduct his popular dance fitness class.

Those who bring nonperishable food for The Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County will receive a free raffle ticket or raffle tickets can be purchased for $5. Healthy raffle prizes will be announced throughout the weekend. A silent auction will also benefit The Food Bank. For information and updates, visit www.hws-expos.com and follow on Twitter @hws_expos, Instagram @hws_expos and Facebook.com/hws.expos Sponsors are Stamford Health, WABC-TV, Grade A ShopRite, CVS Health, EBMAS CT Martial Arts, Even Hotels, Mountainside, Val’s Putnam Wines & Liquors, Healthcare News, News 12 Connecticut, Stamford Magazine/Moffly Media, Star 99.9, 95.9 Fox, The Advocate/Hearst Media Services, Natural Awakenings, Natural Nutmeg, Jen Danzi, Macaroni Kid and Fairfield Parent. This event is created and produced by TMK Sports & Entertainment, a Greenwich, CT-based event marketing company.

Myrna and Pierre from Myrna’s Kitchen serving samples to Mayor David Martin of Stamford at Expo 2016.

Cora Ragaini RD of Grade A ShopRite will return to Expo 2107 to conduct healthy food demos and provide nutrition information.

A wide variety of healthy food tastings will take place at Expo 2017 at the Healthy Restaurant Sampling Zone.

Photo credit: Marsin Digital

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Letting go Tips for parents of new college students The emotional roller coaster

Recognize this is a time of ambivalence for all parents.

The excitement and joy about opportunities awaiting your child are mixed with the waves of nostalgia and a sense of loss. Talk with other parents who are going through the same thing.

Recognize your child's conflicting emotions.

Your child, like you, is being pulled between past, present and future ... one day exclaiming "leave me alone; I'm 18 year s old. I'm independent" and the next complaining "you're never around when I need you."

Your child's ups and downs are a sign of the ambivalence of this transitional time.

Take comfort in the knowledge that part of you is going with your child.

The foundation you have provided over the past 18 years will accompany your child across the miles and throughout the years. Don't tell your child "These are the best years of your life." No one is happy all the time between the ages of 18 and 22, and when a student is homesick or overtired from studying all night, it's not reassuring to have parents imply that this is as good as it gets!

Be prepared to see less of your child this summer.

The closer it gets to departure time, the less you can expect to see of your child. He will likely be spending every waking hour with friends.

Allow them this special time together.

Make a financial plan and discuss expectations with your child.

Develop a tentative budget and be clear about who will pay for what.

For example, some parents pay for books and supplies, while their child is responsible for incidental expenses such as snacks, movies, and CDs. Other students are responsible for earning a percentage of their tuition.

Teach your child about responsible use of credit and debit cards.

Discuss academic goals and expectation ahead of time.

Remember, many freshmen do not do as well academically first semester as they did in high school, and many change their minds about their proposed course of study. Ask them what they hope to accomplish academically during their first year. It is important for them to take ownership of their education. Grades are not the only indication of learning.

Communication: Keeping in touch

Talk to your child about how you'll keep in touch.

Do you want a planned time to talk or do you want to be more spontaneous? A cell phone can be a wonderful way to keep in touch, or it can be, as one student described, an "electronic leash." Encourage your child to use it with discretion and not just to fill in the spaces. E-mail and instant messaging are also wonderful ways to keep in touch. Just don't count on a reply to every message.

Be a coach rather than trying to solve your child's problems.

You're likely to hear more than your share of problems. College students usually call their parents for reassurance when things aren't going well, and call their friends with the latest exciting news. When you get those late night phone calls, and you will, you can encourage your child to use the appropriate campus resources — to go to the health service or career center, to talk to an advisor, dean, a counselor or tutor. Read resource information sent to you by the college so you can be an informed coach for your child.

Be an anchor.

Keep your child informed about changes at home. College students want their parents to accept all the changes they are making but want everything at home to stay the same. So it's important to keep them informed about changes at home, whether it's moving a younger sibling into their room, or, on a more serious note, about illness in the family or the death of a pet. They need this from you in order to feel secure and maintain a sense of trust.

Source:www.uwsuper.edu

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Getting to College • • • • • • •

If you aren't sure what your child should pack for college, here are some quick tips:

Check with the college for a list of what’s provided by the school and what the school expects the student to provide. Most schools have such a list. It’s also useful if your child is considering off‐campus housing.

Compare the list to the amenities offered by alternative housing options.

Pack clothing that’s appropriate to the season and the geographical location of the school. Don’t try to pack clothes for the entire year. Use school breaks to exchange seasonal clothing. Or send them via mail.

Pack a laundry bag or basket, detergent and change (usually quarters) for laundry. Have enough money to wash a load or two in case your child forgets to get change in the first‐week rush.

Bring extension cords, power strips and three‐prong adapters. Dorm rooms seldom have enough power outlets and often have older‐style wall sockets.

Stay cool by bringing along a fan or two for those schools in warmer climates. Many dorms aren’t air‐conditioned. Don't bring an air conditioner unless you're sure the school allows it.

Consider some type of renters’ insurance if electronics and computer equipment will be kept in the dorm room to cover damages in case of fire or theft.

Make sure that the dorm room has at least one smoke alarm. A fire can happen anywhere, and an alarm is inexpensive protection.

Source:www.uwsuper.edu

It’s almost time, but are you ready?

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The law firm of Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates, PC, achieves impressive results for clients in the areas of elder law, trusts and estates

Ely J. Rosenzveig and his son, Ariel, are proud to lead a respected elder law firm in White Plains serving families throughout the tri-state area.

However, the family feel extends past father and son. The law firm of Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates, P.C treats every client like family.

“My dad and I are very involved in our clients’ lives, especially during difficult times,” Ariel Rosenzveig said. “We become close to them and we enjoy the relationships that we build. We value those relationships and are always attentive to our clients to help them with all of their needs. We take special pride in being there for our clients and their families through thick and thin.”

Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates practices in all areas of elder law, including trust and estate planning, administration, and litigation, tax counsel, asset protection and special needs planning, Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security disability benefits, guardianships, long term care planning, Medicaid spousal recovery claims, and Medicaid lien resolutions.

Father and son pride themselves on an unyielding commitment to the advocacy of their clients’ interests. Estate planning is one of the most important steps any person can take to make sure that their final property and health care wishes are honored, and that loved ones are provided for in their absence. A comprehensive estate plan can resolve a number of legal questions that arise whenever anyone dies.

The firm has achieved impressive results for clients on a host of Medicaid related issues, from getting Medicaid approvals for coverage of home care and institutional care benefits, to very accommodative resolutions of Medicaid spousal recovery claims, where the office of Medicaid aggressively pursues a claim for reimbursement for Medicaid benefits provided from the non-institutionalized (i.e., or “community”) spouse.

“Our firm has a thorough understanding of Medicaid and the experience to advocate aggressively and effectively for you and your family,” said Ely Rosenzveig, who has been an attorney for nearly thirty (30) years. “It is very rewarding work and we work tirelessly for our clients.”

Elder law is very important. Appropriate estate and asset-protection planning can help preserve assets, reduce taxes, and help individuals qualify for Medicaid.

As you or your loved one grows older, the quality of care you receive becomes increasingly important. At some point, it becomes necessary to make plans for the future to make sure that your needs and desires are met.

When this time comes, it is important to enlist the experience of Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates, so the process of planning for the future is stress-free for your family.

This can be critical in the process of maintaining the well-being of you or your loved one.

At Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates, father and son have the opportunity to help clients plan across the span of many years. Often, it leads to advising multiple generations of the family, which Ely and Ariel Rosenzveig find rewarding. Over the course of time, they help clients as their lives and needs change, from naming the guardians of their minor children in their Wills, to planning for retirement, to protecting assets when in need of a skilled nursing facility or home care.

Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates builds a relationship with clients, which is built upon years of assisting them, often in difficult times in their lives, and helping them move beyond those times and provide them with peace of mind and financial security.

Our firm is certainly proud to build these types of relationships with families such as yours.

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School-age children, from preschoolers to college students, need vaccines. Making sure that children receive all their vaccinations on time is one of the most important things you can do as a parent to ensure your children’s long-term health— as well as the health of friends, classmates, and others in your community.

Vaccines for young children (Newborns through 6 years old) During the early years of life, children need vaccines to protect them from 14 diseases that can be serious, even life-threatening. Parents who choose not to vaccinate their children increase the risk of disease not only for their own children, but also for other children and adults throughout the entire community. For example, vulnerable newborns too young to have received the maximum protection from the recommended doses of vaccines or people with weakened immune systems, such as some people with cancer and transplant recipients, are also at higher risk of disease.

Flu vaccines are recommended for kids 6 months and older. Getting your children vaccinated—as well as other family members and caregivers—can help protect infants younger than 6 months old who are too young to be vaccinated. Ask your family’s doctor or nurse about getting a yearly flu vaccine to protect against flu.

Vaccines for preteens and teens (7 through 18 years old) Preteens and teens need vaccines, too! As kids get older, they are still at risk for certain diseases. Before heading back to school, three vaccines are recommended for 11-12 year olds—HPV, Tdap, and meningococcal conjugate vaccine—for continued protection.

HPV vaccine is important because it can prevent HPV infections that can cause cancer later in life. For other diseases, like whooping cough, the protection from vaccine doses received in childhood fades over time. That’s why 11–12 year-olds are also recommended to get the booster shot called Tdap to help protect them from whooping cough, tetanus, and diphtheria.

Meningococcal conjugate vaccine helps prevent two of the three most common causes of meningococcal disease, which can be very serious—even life-threatening.

It’s important to know that flu can be serious, even for healthy, young people. Preteens and teens are no exception. So older kids should get at least one flu vaccine every year.

To learn more about vaccines, talk to your child’s healthcare provider.

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Back to School

Tips for Kids & Parents Summer is over for many kids, and as a parent, whether you’re shedding tears or jumping with the joy at your kids heading back to school, you should also be thinking about all the things that will help give them the very best start to their year.

Back to school is about more than just new jeans, the coolest sneakers and fancy pens – while you prep your lengthy list for the mall, don’t forget to make a separate one that will ensure your child is healthy, happy and emotionally ready to face their first day. And remember, what applies to them, usually applies to you, too. The back to school routine can be as tough for parents as it is for kids…

1. Bring Back the Bedtime Switching from summer hours to early bedtimes and wakeups is often the toughest part of the back to school routine. But it’s important to remember that a good night’s sleep is one of the fundamentals to staying healthy and keeping stress levels down during the transition and throughout the year.

The best technique for getting back to bedtime is that you can’t go from zero to 100 in a single day. Even though it might seem like a cruel form of punishment, easing your kids back into going to bed early a week or two before school starts is far more gentle than ripping the band aid off all at once. If it helps, set the bedtime early, but allow calm activities like reading or playing with soft toys in bed—but be sure to keep electronics and television at bay. Studies continue to show that electronics before sleep can lead to disrupted sleep and fatigue the next day.

2. Brush Up on Hygiene Principles Classrooms are hotbeds for germs to spread.

Hand washing is the golden rule, and should happen after using the toilet, playing outside, touching or handling pets or playing with communal toys. If your child is the one carrying the bug, this is one time where it’s okay to teach them not to share—covering the nose and mouth with a tissue or an arm is the courteous way to keep germs from spreading.

Inform your kids to watch out for head lice.

Lice spread like wildfire in schools, especially amongst young children who don’t understand boundaries when it comes to sharing personal items. Whatever their age, remind your kids that sharing hats, helmets, combs and hair accessories is a no-no. You may also want to take precautionary measures like spraying with tea tree oil to keep the bugs away or checking your child’s hair periodically for any early signs of lice.

3. Calm Worries and Anxiety Anxiety is a growing concern for school-age children, whether it’s separation anxiety, social anxiety, fear of not fitting or even feeling the pressure to stay on top of grades and activities. You can help your child cope with back to school anxiety by talking about the return well in advance.

Make sure they’re aware of who their teacher is, their class schedule and any changes they might encounter from their former routine. You may even want to plan a tour of the school and classroom or a meet and greet with the teacher to help your child acclimate before the first day.

Once your child is back in their routine, keep your eye out for warning signs that something is wrong. These can include a loss of appetite, secrecy or lack of communication, bad behavior and much more.

4. Get a Doctor’s Note All good back to school plans should include a visit to the doctor. Staying up to date with vaccinations is a no-brainer, but a general checkup should be just as important. The start of the school year is when general illnesses, coughs, colds and flus and crop up more frequently.

For children involved in sports, the doctor can check for any underlying injuries, talk about proper nutrition, discuss training and exercise programs and make sure your child is mentally prepared for the extra pressure that comes along with organized sports. continued on next page

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7 Healthy Back to School Tips for Kids and Parents

continued from previous page 5. Be Backpack Savvy Lugging books around is an unavoidable part of the school day routine, but it shouldn’t be one that takes a toll on your child’s physical health. It’s important to choose a backpack that is sturdy and comfortable and that offers good support. Thick, padded shoulder straps will help alleviate rubbing and pinching, and can also spread weight out across the back more evenly. A hip belt will help stabilize the pack and prevent straining from trying to balance the weight, while a thick back pad will help disperse weight and avoid sharp edges from poking through.

If you’re still concerned about the amount of weight your child has to carry in a day, backpacks on wheels are also permissible in many schools and can make the struggle a little easier. Just make sure your child can easily lift the backpack when the wheels can’t be used with a handle or an optional shoulder or back strap.

6. Study Up on Allergy Policies Your kids will be hitting the books, but you might find that before school starts, you’ll also have some reading to do—namely, the allergy policies at your child’s school. The list of common allergens is growing amongst children, and so are the restrictions for children’s lunches – dairy, peanuts, eggs, nuts, soy, wheat and many other items may have guidelines around how they can be used or may be banned entirely. For all children’s safety, be sure you read and adhere to any documentation carefully.

7. Become a Meal-On-the-Go Master No more leisurely breakfasts and make-your-own lunches— when 7:00 am (or earlier!) on a school day rolls around, it’s a quick bite at the table and then out the door, lunch bag in hand. And that means getting organized. Stock up on healthy breakfast items, from whole grain toast and peanut butter to yogurt and berry parfaits, so your little ones can head out the door with a full stomach.

For picky eaters, a high-protein cereal is a good compromise to sugary options, and for those who don’t want to eat at all, smoothies and protein shakes are quick and easy options.

When it comes to lunches, prepping the night before is your safest bet to avoid a hectic morning and a less-thanhealthy brown bag. The tried and true sandwich can be kicked up a notch from banished peanut butter and jelly. Start with whole grain breads, add healthy fillers like tuna, egg salad or turkey breast, and swap out mayo for spreads like hummus, guacamole or honey mustard. Whatever you pack as the main course, accompany it with bite-size fruits and veggies for good measure. Source:www.activebeat.com/

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10 Ways to Prevent Staggering Hospital Overcharges— A hospital stay or procedure can cost an arm and a leg—even with medical insurance.

Here are some practical tips for avoiding nasty billing surprises.

BEFORE YOU ENTER THE HOSPITAL

1. Check your insurance policy. If your hospitalization is not for an emergency, check your insurance policy prior to your procedure to find out just what the policy will cover and how much it will pay.

This includes elective surgeries, prescribed tests or procedures. a. Carefully review the section on “exceptions and exclusions” which tells you what your plan will not cover. Remember that in-network and out-of-network coverage, maximums, and copays will differ.

2. Ascertain room charges. Call the hospital's billing department directly and ask them what you will be charged for the room, and exactly what the room charges cover. This is an area filled with hidden charges. For example, if tissues aren't included, bring your own.

3. Get a treatment estimate. Ask your doctor to estimate your cost of treatment. a. Find out if you can bring your regular prescriptions from home to avoid paying for medications administered at the hospital. If there are other medications typically prescribed after your type of treatment, ask for those prescriptions in advance and fill them on your prescription plan.

4. Use in-network providers. Make sure that everyone who will be treating you – the surgeon, anesthesiologist, radiologist, pathologist, etc. – participates in your insurance plan.

DURING YOUR HOSPITAL STAY

5. Keep a detailed log. If you can, keep your own log of tests, medications, and treatments. If you are not able to, ask a friend or loved one to do it for you.

6. Don’t pay the bill yet. Never pay your bill before leaving the hospital -- even if you're told that it's required.

AFTER YOU ARE DISCHARGED

7. Read your EOB. At some point you will receive an explanation of benefits (EOB) from your insurance company (if you’re on Medicare, you will receive a summary notice). It will say, “This is not a bill.”

Don’t throw it out—examine it carefully! The EOB will tell you how much the hospital is charging, what your insurance plan will cover, and what you are expected to pay out of your own pocket in deductibles and co-payments.

8. Read your hospital bill. When you get your hospital bill, read it carefully. Compare it to the log you made, to the EOB, and to the estimate of costs you requested before you were admitted.

9. Ask for itemized detail. If there are items you don't understand, call the billing department and your insurer, and ask them to explain. Don't accept bills that use broad terms such as “lab fees” or “miscellaneous fees.” Demand an itemization with proper CPT codes. a. If the hospital billing department does not satisfy your request, which is likely, appeal in writing to the hospital administrator or patient ombudsman.

10. Compare your bill with hospital records.

You are within your rights to ask for an itemized bill and your medical records to confirm whether you received the treatments and medications you’ve been billed for. Every state now requires hospitals to provide itemized bills.

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Reading is exercise for your brain: Our September Book List for Healthcare News Ruby on the Outside Nora Raleigh Baskin Young adult category but powerful for all ages; Ruby’s mom is in prison. A story of the exploration of guilt and innocence.

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The New Camp Cookbook: Gourmet Grub for Campers, Road Trippers, and Adventurers Linda Ly, photographs by Will Taylor Great, creative recipes for outdoor adventure and travel.

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The World is Flat Thomas L. Friedman A brief history of the 21st century and the impact of globalization on basically everything.

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chosen as recipient of “Subaru’s Love Promise” Campaign

Curry Automotive’s Subaru dealerships and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Connecticut, Westchester and Hudson Valley selected NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital as a recipient of “Subaru’s Love Promise” campaign for the second year in a row. The nationwide campaign invited Subaru customers to write a “care card,” a note of hope and inspiration, to be tucked in a package for cancer patients that includes a blanket.

Blankets and cards were delivered to the lobby of NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital’s Cheryl R. Lindenbaum Comprehensive Cancer Center and will be given to patients who are receiving chemotherapy and radiation oncology in the Center. The donation also included lunch boxes with crayons and craft items for children who accompany their loved ones.

Pictured (l to r): Karen Erickson, Director, Pharmacy, and Interim Director, Oncology Services, NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital’s Cheryl R. Lindenbaum Comprehensive Cancer Center; Eileen Peterson, BSN, RN, OCN, Assistant Clinical Nurse Manager, Cancer Center; A. Bonnie Corbett, the hospital’s Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President, Patient Services; Dr. Lawrence Koutchter, Radiation Oncologist, Cancer Center; Maryann Torres of Curry Automotive; Brad R. Candullo, General Manager of Curry Automotive; Stacey Petrower, President, NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital; and Dr. Martin Oster, Oncologist, Columbia Doctors and NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Hudson Valley.

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The biggest, most intimidating kid at school with the strongest fists and most aggressive personality is no longer the stereotypical school yard bully. In fact, today’s bullies don’t steal lunch money; rather they ruin reputations and create hurtful rumors using the internet and social media.

However, the negative effects of victimization from a bully are still the same—with kids resorting to depression, social withdrawal, physical injury, addiction, self-harm, and even suicide.

Here are ten signs to watch out for if you think your child may be the victim of bullying…

1. Unexplained Injuries Current U.S. research indicates that roughly 1 child is bullied every 7 minutes. Often and sadly, victims of bullying behavior will attempt to hide any trace. However, physical indications can still exist in addition to behavioral changes (i.e., social withdrawal, depression, self-harm, and even suicidal thoughts). Look for bruises, cuts, or scratches that can’t be a result of regular teen activities (i.e., team sports). For instance, black eyes are not often a result of normal childhood or teen roughhousing.

In fact, research from several American studies, indicate that onetenth of bullied students admit being shoved, forcefully handled, spit on, tripped or pushed down by another student. This physical abuse does leave more than the normal teen bumps and bruises.

2. Changes in Appetite If your growing teenage son loses his appetite out of the blue, or is unexplainably ravenous even though you sent him to school with a packed lunch, he may be suffering peer victimization at school.

For instance, a child that completely loses their normally healthy appetite may be suffering from depression or social withdrawal.

On the other hand, a child that is sent to school with a hearty lunch and still returns home hungry and eats like they haven’t had any food all day, likely hasn’t. There could be another child at school stealing their lunch or lunch money. Or the child could be so afraid that they hide over the lunch hour to avoid bullying rather than taking lunch with their fellow students.

3. Frequent Sick Days The U.S. Departments of Justice and Education found in a 2011 ‘Indicators of School Crime and Safety’ survey that 5-percent of 12- to 18-year olds admitted missing school due to being intimidation by another student. The study was carried out on American schools during the years 2009 through 2010 and focused on teacher injury, drugs and alcohol at school, fights, weapons, and general perceptions by students regarding personal safety when at school.

4. Missing Personal Items Bullying is not just a physically abusive or verbally abusive act. In fact, according to a 1994 study by Ahmad & Smith, bullying can be made up by a combination of aggressive behaviors like hitting, teasing, threatening, verbal abuse, and stealing that are initiated by one or more students against one single victim.

For instance, according to the research, it’s common for direct physical assault to decrease with age (in middle and high school years). However, other bullying behaviors, like stealing and intimidation, can become more rampant as kids age. Kids can steal electronics, toys, jewelry, money—and more. This means, if your normally responsible child is losing or returning home with destroyed valuables, they could be suffering intimidation.

5. Suffering Grades There’s more than meets the eye when a decent student suddenly, and without explanation, loses interest in doing well at school, in social groups, friends, and hobbies they were once passionate about. In fact, it’s common for bullied students to withdrawal from activities that they once found pleasurable, which is a big indication that something is amiss to parents.

6. Tendency to Self-Harm Victims of bullying have a propensity to self harm due to a feeling of worthlessness—i.e., cutting arms and legs, pulling hair out, and even suicide attempts.

Researchers reveal another side of bullying, aside from the school yard bully. The study looked at bullying right at home, revealing that victims of sibling bullying don’t have the safe haven and distance that many bullies at school do, once they leave school or a certain grade. Sibling bullying can take place over an entire childhood with little means for escape.

7. Isolation If your typically outgoing son or daughter seems suddenly withdrawn from a close group of friends or loses interest in close personal relationships, they could be suffering exclusion from peer victimization. This may result in a loss of interest in school or normally passionate social interests, hobbiest, or athletics.

8. Avoidance If your child is skipping classes, missing the bus on purpose and asking for a ride to school, walking a different route to and from school, or asking to change schools altogether, there is an issue. If they refuse to talk about it with you, that’s also an indicator.

9. Loss of Sleep If your typically energetic teenage daughter is suddenly fatigued for no reason something is not right. Intimidation by a bully is stressful and puts a victim in fight-or-flight response mode, resulting in difficulty sleeping. According to multiple studies, kids victimized by bullies tend to have more sick days, sleep problems, stomach and headaches compared to non-bullied peers.

10. Exclusion from Social Activities The School Crime and Safety report indicates that name-calling, spreading rumors, physical harm, personal threats, and exclusion from social groups (both online and group activities) is the most common form of bullying. Bullies, rather than teasing and name calling now simply shun socially so bullied kids are not included in play, games, and sports activities. Source: www.activebeat.com

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Guaranteed Standard Issue Individual Disability Income Insurance?

By Andrew J. Cavaliere, CLTC Group Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage is an essential benefit for any sized company.

However, as compensation grows for your higher-earning executives, an income protection gap develops. Supplementing group coverage with non-cancellable, individual disability income (IDI) insurance can increase your employee’s income replacement and help close the gap.

With as few as five employees participating, a Guaranteed Standard Issue (GSI), or simplified application, can be implemented with one of the largest and most highly rated insurance companies in the United States1. It is one of the most desirable ways to purchase individual disability income insurance.

Your company’s benefits package is key to attracting and retaining the employees who make your business successful.

One of the most important benefits you can offer is individual disability income (IDI) insurance because it helps employees protect their ability to earn an income, and therefore, their lifestyle and financial future. People are attracted to companies that take care of their employees by providing access to meaningful benefits that can be custom tailored to their own individual situation. Group coverage can be a great foundation for most of your employees, however, as compensation increases for your key executives and managers, coverage gaps can occur for several reasons: ➢ ➢ ➢ ➢

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