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Give Her A Hand! How author Rachel Macy Stafford launched a Hands Free Revolution p. 31
Have Fun, Will Travel 20 getaways less than a day’s drive from Atlanta
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Best of 2015
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Hands Free and Happy
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Take Care of Your Teen’s Brain
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The scoop on what’s new around town
19 Best Books
Don’t miss feminist authors Roxane Gay and Erica Jong at the tenth annual Decatur Book Festival!
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Start cycling, check out a new running shoe and get to know Atlanta’s new pro sports Charity events and volunteer opportunities Recent UGA graduate Carden Wyckoff shares about her life with muscular dystrophy
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What does “family health” mean to you? The phrase might bring to mind kids picking out produce at the farmers market or parents taking time to work out in the middle of a busy week. For Rachel Macy Stafford, the blogger featured in this month’s cover story, family health was a little less tangible.
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What myth is associated with teen anxiety? That being anxious is a normal part of teen development. Sure, having a few butterflies before a test is normal, but real anxiety is a serious issue. How can parents tell if their teen is struggling with anxiety? Look for changes in behavior, such as avoiding socializing with friends, changes in sleeping or eating patterns, a drop in grades or if your teen complains of stomach aches or headaches. What are the available treatment options? Treatment options include counseling, family therapy, support groups, meditation and, in some cases, medication. Consult with a professional to find the best fit for your teen. What would you say to a teen with anxiety? You are not crazy! This is not your fault. Anxiety is a real problem that you do not have to deal with on your own. Ask for help and support from a trusted adult in your life, such as a parent, school counselor or coach.
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What myths are associated with teen addiction? That teens will outgrow their addiction. Parents think, ”This is just a high school thing, but once they get to college, or once they get a job, it will be better.” How can parents tell if their teen is struggling with an addiction? Look for changes in behavior. Individuals in active addiction are focused on being able to use, so all other things will become less important. How can parents support their teen? Go to the source and ask the teen how to help. I recommend counseling, self-help groups and building the biggest support network as possible. As a parent, let your teen know that you are here to help, not to punish them. What would you say to a teen with an addiction? Admitting you have an issue with drugs or alcohol does not have to become your identity. Addiction does not have to define you. You will find people who accept you regardless. You can do it.
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Thrill seekers unite! These three destinations will satisfy your adrenaline cravings.
If you think “The higher the altitude, the better,” check out these getaways, in order of distance.
Banning Mills
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Drive time: 45 minutes
Drive time: 1.25 hours
Soar up to 60 miles per hour over the lost gorge and the ghost town of Banning at Banning Mills Resort and Adventure Park. This family-owned conservancy features more than 100 zip lines and a multitude of sky bridges, along with a 100-foot power free fall, aerial challenge courses, kayaking, hiking, biking and even sleeping in treehouses. historicbanningmills.com
Located in the southernmost foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Callaway Gardens is a man-made nature retreat for the purpose of connecting people with nature in ways that benefit both. The area features four lodging options along with activities such as a butterfly center, daily birds of prey shows, treetop zip lines and obstacle courses, geocaching (a real-world treasure hunt), beach and water sports, golf and, of course, plenty of gardens to tour. callawaygardens.com
Columbus Drive time: 1.6 hours This Georgia town is a new hotspot for whitewater kayakers. Its 2.5-mile stretch of the Chattahoochee River features Class I to Class V rapids, along with a Lazy River. And what makes this rafting destination unique is its urban location – exit the river and bike or skate along the city’s 20-mile river walk, offering live music, food, boutiques and more. visitcolumbusga.com
Town of Blue Ridge
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Drive time: 1.5 hours
Amicalola Falls and Unicoi State Park
This cozy mountain town offers easy access to the Aska trail system, which features 17 miles of walking and biking trails. In October, visit the nearby Georgia Apple Festival, which includes food, art, crafts and more from hundreds of vendors, or catch a movie under the stars at the Swan Drive-In Theatre, built in 1955. If you decide to stay overnight, Escape to Blue Ridge (escapetoblueridge.com) offers a wide selection of cabins with great views and amenities. cityofblueridgega.gov
Drive time: 1.75 hours
Snowbird Mountain Lodge
Newly introduced adventure-lodge experiences await at these state parks in the North Georgia mountains. Both offer treetop zip lines, GPS scavenger hunts, 3-D archery and climbing walls, and both are designated GoPro Parks, with classes and a rental program enabling guests to make an entertaining record of their day using the action camera mounted on a bike, kayak or helmet. Amicalola Falls also features guided hikes and fitness trail runs, survivalist camping and a birds-of-prey experience, while Unicoi adds lessons in fly fishing, paddleboarding, kayak fishing and primitive camping under the stars. gaadventurelodge.com
Drive time: 2.5 hours
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Celebrating its 74th season, the Snowbird Mountain Lodge offers majestic views and warm accommodations. Hike, horseback ride, do yoga, mountain bike, fish and canoe, or go for the unique experiences of wildflower walks or night walking with synchronous fireflies. The lodge closes for the season on November 29. snowbirdlodge.com
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Dahlonega is a historic quaint mountain town in the heart of Georgia wine country, just over an hour north of Atlanta. Enjoy panning for gold and gemstones, visiting the heritage museums and touring the town, with its arts scene and gold-medal wineries. Or crank the activities up a notch with hiking, kayaking, bicycling, mountain biking, golfing, hunting, fishing and camping. dahlonega.org
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miles of private hiking trails are offered for guests of the resort only, but you can also visit the adjacent Hanging Rock State Park for 26 more miles of hiking trails, including five waterfalls and a 12-acre lake for fishing, boating and swimming. Additional activities include zip lines, fly fishing and tubing. We recommend you cap off the day watching the sun set over the Blue Ridge Mountains as you sip moonshine on the lodge’s front porch. singletreegunandplough.com
Biltmore Estate Drive time: 3.25 hours In 1895, George Vanderbilt built this 250-room chateau in Asheville, N.C., which stands today as the largest home in America. The home’s gardens were designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, with the Blue Ridge Mountains as the backdrop. Outdoor activities include fishing, horseback riding and bike rentals, and visits to the nearby Antler Hill Village and Biltmore Winery are popular highlights of this trip. biltmore.com
Primland Resort Drive time: 5.75 hours Let the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains take your breath away as you sleep not just under the sky, but in it, in one of Primland Resort’s three treehouses. Or you can opt to stay on the ground in the mountain homes, cottages and other lodging options of this 12,000-acre mountain resort, offering activities such as golf, disc golf, fishing, horseback riding, hunting, mountain biking, nature walks, sporting clays, off-road adventures, archery, swimming, tennis and stargazing from the resort’s observatory. primland.com
GET CULTURED These destinations offer the perfect combination of history and activity for those looking to stretch their bodies and expand their minds.
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The Brice Hotel Drive time: 3.5 hours A new addition to Savannah, Ga., The Brice Hotel overlooks Emmet Park and the Savannah River in the city’s historic River District. The four-star boutique hotel is pet friendly, and offers PUBLIC Bikes so guests can spin around the city. Its inviting brick courtyard, called the Secret Garden, is charmingly strung with lights, and a nightly social hour with free wine is held in the lobby. bricehotel.com BEST SELF ATLANTA
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Chateau Elan Winery and Resort Drive time: 45 minutes
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Just a quick drive to Braselton, northeast of Atlanta, Chateau Elan is a 3,500-acre vineyard featuring healthy dining, a European health spa and 63 holes of golf with courses for beginners to champions. While you’re there, check out the resort’s Night Golf, a walking course event with glow-inthe-dark balls, flagsticks and tee markers lighting the course. chateauelan.com
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Paradise Hills Winery Resort Drive time: 2 hours The Lander family, originally from Northern Maine and Belgium, moved to Blairsville, Ga., in 2002 to open and run this winery resort. Situated on a mountain ridge, Paradise Hills offers cabin rentals, a spa and a family farm winery. The area is also popular for outdoor activities such as fishing, rafting, canoeing, hiking and horseback riding. paradisehillsresort.com
White Oak Pastures Drive time: 2.75 hours This cherished, sustainable family farm just opened its doors in August to diners and lodgers. Guests can stay in cabins or book a room in the Pond House. Every other Saturday, the
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Lisa Kessler, a former instructor at the Medical College of Georgia, now runs this sustainable herb farm in Dearing, just outside of Augusta. She welcomes guests to her 1890s farmhouse and offers tours of the fragrant lavender farms as well as lessons in producing field-to-product balms or lavender-infused oils, creating the perfect herb rub or pot of tea. whitehillsherbs.com
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farm will host classes, such as a seed starting class on Sept. 6. Additional offerings include guided horseback trail rides, farm tours led by a member of the Harris family, fishing in the farm’s ponds, skeet shooting and, of course, the incredible farm-to-table dining. whiteoakpastures.com
No Taste Like Home Drive times: 3.5 hours Take a foraging trip with this culinary travel group. No Taste Like Home partners with three hotels to offer foragingfor-fitness packages through October. The excursions include a woodland “shopping spree” where you gather wild mushrooms and other edible plants. Picnic, then enjoy fine dining at one of the group’s lodging partners (including the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, N.C.) as the chefs there cook up your “catch of the day.” notastelikehome.org
GO WHERE LIFE’S A BEACH If the sun and sand are calling your name, try these trips!
Hilton Head Health
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Drive time: 4.15 hours Already a top retreat for weight loss and wellness, Hilton Head Health recently underwent a transformation and now features a new spa and art gallery, and program changes including educational speakers. The wellness resort’s focus is combining health with nature, and it features such activities as kayaking, a daily sunrise beach walk, paddleboard yoga, daily cooking classes, golf, tennis and more. The retreat is located within Shipyard Plantation, an 800-acre gated resort and residential community on Hilton Head Island. hhhealth.com
Sea Island Drive time: 4.75 hours The Lodge and The Cloister are resorts on Sea Island, and both have been ranked among the Top 10 resorts in the U.S. by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. Needless to say, this is a high-quality getaway for families, outdoor enthusiasts and those looking to simply refresh and recharge. Sea Island features five miles of private beach with horseback riding and open-sea kayaking, tennis and squash centers, a yacht club, a shooting school and three championship golf courses including Seaside, the site of the PGA Tour’s McGladrey Classic. seaisland.com
Emerald Coast Drive time: 4.75 hours
Jekyll Island Holiday Inn Resort Drive time: 4.75 hours After a $20 million rebuild, the Holiday Inn Jekyll Island opened its doors earlier this year, and guests have been flocking to its 1,200 square feet of unobstructed beachfront space on the historic Jekyll Island, which itself is undergoing a revitalization. Amenities at the new resort include a fitness center, kids club, nightly entertainment and more, and guests can also enjoy multiple water activities, golf, tennis, biking and nature-based excursions. hijklresort.com bestselfatlanta.com
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“I didn’t read them right there,” Stafford recalls. Instead, she walked her daughter outside. “I told her, ‘You and I are going to read these together.’” Standing on the sidewalk outside the mall, the mother and daughter learned that “Hands Free Mama,” published in January of 2014, had made the New York Times best-seller list. “I picked her up and swirled her around. It was our moment,” Stafford continues, her voice breaking with emotion, explaining that her joy came less from the accomplishment itself (which thrilled her) and more from the fact that she could share it with her child. “We wouldn’t have had that moment if I hadn’t kept my phone in my purse. It was such a special moment for us.” Five years ago, Stafford probably would have missed the opportunity to have that remarkable experience. A busy wife and mother of two girls, she filled every minute of her days with activity. She participated in community activities, headed up school committees and got involved in her church. What’s more, she had decided to return to teaching when her family moved, requiring her to take classes so she could receive her state license. “My life pre-hands free was chaotic. There was no white space on the calendar. I was controlled by my phone and tied to my to-do list,” she says. “I
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around her, unsure if spilling a drink or breaking routine in some way would set their mom off. Stafford’s oldest child developed a habit of nervously picking at her lip until it bled – a clear sign she was carrying too much weight on her little shoulders. Stafford began to sense that something wasn’t right, and that it all started with her. “I was so short fused with my family. I managed rather than nurtured. And I was stretched so thin that my passion for living was nonexistent,” she says. “I was the closest to having it all but the farthest from the life I wanted to live.” Something inside was nudging her to question her lifestyle, but she chose to ignore the voice. That is, until she took a run one morning, and everything changed. During that jog, she started thinking about a question that was often posed to her by others: how do you do it all? And for the first time, she decided to answer the question honestly in her own mind. “The answer brought tears to my eyes,” Stafford reveals. She was able to “do it all” because, she says, “I missed out on life. I missed out on the laughing, the playing and the memory making. I would often say to my children, ‘Not now – Mommy’s busy.’ And I realized that they were only going to be little once. I realized that I should be giving them all of my energy and focus. I should be nurturing these precious people. That was such an impactful moment. And that day, I started my first step to living hands free.” Stafford knew that the journey ahead would not be easy. She had so many distractions, both tangible and intangible. From her ringing phone and hectic schedule to the need to have an immaculate home, she felt like she was addicted to being busy. So Stafford made a list of the immediate distractions in her life and created a strategy for
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or outside the home and balancing it all beautifully. We’re held to this standard. So we compare and compete. And it’s hard to be the one to say, ‘I’m struggling.’ But you’re not the only one. And it’s a big sigh of relief when we can just be more real with each other. We need to give ourselves permission to fulfill our hearts and connect to what matters.” Don’t let your loved ones leave A lifelong writer, Stafford the house without decided to pen a book based a proper goodbye, on her blog. By the time including a hug she had written the third and a kiss. To chapter, she landed literary remind her family, agent Sandra Bishop, who Stafford’s youngest got Stafford a publishing deal daughter made with HarperCollins Christian a sign for Publishing. On Sept. 8, the their door: company will release her XOXO second book, “Hands Free before Life: 9 Habits for Overcoming before you Distraction, Living Better, you go. go. and Loving More.” In it, Stafford discusses how to
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acquire a new perspective and live a life of significance. It’s something she felt compelled to write. “I am in a completely different place than I was when I wrote ‘Hands Free Mama,’” she observes. “I’ve cultivated these enduring habits, and I’ve had a whole perspective change. I realized that I was able to see things that other people couldn’t. And I can share this even deeper and more meaningful process.”
Stafford also can share her incredible success with her husband and daughters, now 12 and 9. The family typically Connecting is something Stafford has moves every five to six years for her done in spades. And when she reaches husband’s job, and just over a year ago, out, she is steadfast in her message. “No his career brought them to the metro matter how dismal life is now, no matter Atlanta area. For Stafford, it’s the how many opportunities you have perfect location for a hands free life. missed, today can be different,” “We love it here,” she says. “Saturday is she concludes. “With the habits of a a big hands free day for us, and there’s hands free life, you can bring joy back always something fun to do. We’ll into your life and connection back go to a festival, a concert or a park. into your relationships. Always It’s amazing.” And at her husband’s remember that today matters more suggestion, they purchased a bike rack than yesterday.” for their car and now explore the area’s many bike trails whenever possible. “We have seen so many beautiful parts of Georgia by bike,” she adds. “It’s so NeriumAD Age-Defying Treatment wonderful.” DRAMATICALLY reduces the appearance of: What has truly
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Urinary Incontinence Dear Readers, Have you experienced occasional or frequent urine loss? It can happen when you laugh, or sneeze, or cough. It can occur when you wait too long to use the lady’s room. Urinary incontinence causes anxiety and embarrassment for millions of women. What causes urinary incontinence? Some women are genetically predisposed to this condition. Others might have medical conditions that can cause the problem. Pregnancy, heavy lifting, incorrect performance of pelvic floor exercises, use of medications that result in higher urinary production, and poor urinary habits are also among the possible causes. On rare occasions, incontinence can be unmasked by surgical correction of adjacent defects. Can incontinence be corrected without surgery? Absolutely, depending on the cause of the condition. Pelvic floor exercises and medications can be extremely effective either alone or in combination with other forms of treatment. In fact, a relatively new device, called “InTone” can help patients experience exceptional results. What is “InTone,” and how does it work? I discovered InTone for our patients approximately three years ago. InTone is an FDAapproved device that is placed vaginally at home by the patient for 12 minutes a day. We program the devices in the office, setting them precisely for each individual patient, then teach patients how to use them. Within these 12 minutes at home, patients perform biofeedback-guided contractions and experience muscular stimulation by the device, which engages pelvic floor musculature, tones it, and helps patients recognize the correct muscles to contract. Many of our patients see improvement within just two weeks. Out of over 100 patients that have undergone non-surgical pelvic floor rehabilitation with InTone in our practice, surgery for urinary incontinence was needed for only 3 patients. Each of them improved, including women with previous pelvic floor reconstructive surgery. What’s more, the device is 100% covered by Medicare and some other insurers, and guaranteed by the manufacturer. Again, no medication or surgery is required in a vast majority of cases. Is surgery ever needed to correct the problem? Yes, mostly in cases of significant structural problems not correctable by physical therapy with or without InTone. This involves cases with complex pelvic floor defects (pelvic organ prolapse) or persistent urinary incontinence. Surgery can be performed with or without the meshes and are highly individualized depending on the patient’s needs. What can you expect when you visit my office for treatment of urinary incontinence? You can expect loving attention and care, extensive knowledge of gynecologic pathology, diligence, and thorough investigation by examination and other diagnostic techniques. Additional methods of diagnosis may be used as needed, followed by careful selection and implementation of the best strategy to correct the condition.
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EXCITING NEWS Diagnostic Radiology is pleased to announce that beginning in January 2015 3D mammograms for Medicare patients are now covered by Medicare insurance.
survival rate is 98 percent.1 3D mammography is an advanced, clinically proven screening and diagnostic tool designed for early breast cancer detection. With conventional digital mammography, the radiologist is viewing all the complexities of the breast in one image. Sometimes breast tissue can overlap, giving the illusion of an abnormal area, or hide a small cancer. During the 3D mammogram, the X-ray arm sweeps over the breast taking multiple low dose images. Then, a computer produces a 3D image in one millimeter slices, decreasing tissue overlap. With the new C-View™ software, the 3D data is used to create the 2D images, eliminating the need for an additional X-ray exposure. breast tomosynthesis combined with 2D mammography provides: • Greater than 25 percent improvement 40 percent more invasive cancers than conventional 2D mammography alone.3-5 • Better visualization of masses, distortions and asymmetric densities.6
What should I expect during the 3D mammography screening exam? 3D mammography is performed at the same time as the 2D mammogram with the same system. There is no additional compression required and the exam time may be just about the same or shorter than a 2D exam. Is there more radiation dose? With the lower dose 3D mammography, very low X-ray energy is used during the exam, just about the same as a standard 2D digital mammogram. Who can have a 3D mammogram exam? It is approved for all women who would be undergoing a standard mammogram, in both the screening and diagnostic settings. What is the difference between a screening and a diagnostic mammogram? A screening mammogram is your annual mammogram that is done every year. Sometimes the radiologist may ask you to come back for follow-up images, called a diagnostic mammogram, to rule out an unclear area in the breast or if there is a breast complaint that needs to be evaluated. Diagnostic mammogram focuses on the area of abnormality or the area of complaint. It is important to have the original images available if you go to a different facility for your follow-up exam. Please call Diagnostic Radiology Ultrasound & Breast Center at (404) 252-3430 to schedule your lower dose 3D mammogram.
1 BREAST CANCER FACTS & FIGURES 2011, AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY. 2 RAFFERTY E, PARK J, PHILPOTTS L, ET AL. “ASSESSING RADIOLOGIST PERFORMANCE USING COMBINED DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY AND BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS COMPARED WITH DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY ALONE: RESULTS OF A MULTICENTER, MULTIREADER TRIAL.” RADIOLOGY. 2013 JAN; 266(1):104-13. EPUB 2012 NOV 20. 3 SKAANE P, BANDOS A, GULLIEN R, ET AL. “COMPARISON OF DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY ALONE AND DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY PLUS TOMOSYNTHESIS IN A POPULATION-BASED SCREENING PROGRAM.” RADIOLOGY. 2013 APR; 267(1):47-56. EPUB 2013 JAN 7. 4 CIATTO S, HOUSSAMI N, BERNARDI D, ET AL. “INTEGRATION OF 3D DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY WITH TOMOSYNTHESIS FOR POPULATION BREAST-CANCER SCREENING (STORM): A PROSPECTIVE COMPARISON STUDY” THE LANCET ONCOLOGY. EPUB 2013 APR 25. 5 ROSE S, TIDWELL A, BUJNOCK L, ET AL. “IMPLEMENTATION OF BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS IN A ROUTINE SCREENING PRACTICE: AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY.” AMERICAN JOURNAL OF ROENTENGENOLOGY. 2013 JUN; 200(6): 1401-1408. EPUB 2013 MAY 22. 6 ZULEY M, BANDOS A, GANOTT M, ET AL. “DIGITAL BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS VERSUS SUPPLEMENTAL DIAGNOSTIC MAMMOGRAPHIC VIEWS FOR EVALUATION OF NONCALCIFIED BREAST LESIONS.” RADIOLOGY. 2013 JAN; 266(1):89-95. EPUB 2012 NOV 9. 7 CONANT E, GAVENONIS S, WEINSTEIN S, ET AL. “EARLY IMPLEMENTATION OF DIGITAL BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS: COMPARISON OF CALL-BACK AND CANCER DETECTION RATES IN A CLINICAL SCREENING PRACTICE.” (PAPER PRESENTED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE RADIOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA, CHICAGO, IL, NOVEMBER 2012).
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WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS? • Age – Two-thirds of prostate cancers are found in men over the age of 65. The risk of contracting prostate cancer increases with age. • Race – Found in men from diverse ethnicities, prostate cancer is most commonly found within African American men and Jamaican men of African heritage. • Family History – Men with family history of prostate cancer are more likely to get it themselves, so they are encouraged to be examined beginning at age 45. WHAT ABOUT SCREENING AND DIAGNOSIS? According to the American Cancer Society, men 55 years or older should be offered a digital rectal exam (DRE) and a blood test to check for levels of prostate
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hat half-empty bottle of oxycodone in the back of your medicine cabinet may be more dangerous than you think. Prescription narcotic medications play an important role in pain management after injury or surgery, but for many people, use of prescription medication doesn’t end when the injury heals. Misuse, abuse, addiction and overdose are all risks associated with access to prescription medication. Proper storage and disposal of medications, along with education on the risks and warning signs of addiction, can help prevent your medicine cabinet from becoming a gateway to drug abuse.
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Prescription Drug Abuse Abuse of prescription medication is more common than most people think. In fact, drug overdose (including both illegal and prescription drugs) has eclipsed car accidents as the leading cause of accidental death in the U.S. The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that up to 20 percent of people over age 12 have used prescription drugs for reasons other than those prescribed at least once in their life. Trust for America’s Health, which compiles national public health statistics, ranks Georgia as having the 36th highest drug overdose mortality rate in the U.S., with nearly 11 people per 100,000 dying from overdose.
Administration, which has the best epidemiological survey data, [in] 2013 there were at least 1.5 million young people ages 12 and older who initiated use with prescription pain relievers. It’s those prescription drugs and things in medicine cabinets that seem to, year after year, be keeping pace with cannabis and alcohol. That’s definitely a problem.”
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Who’s At Risk? While the causes for addiction vary from person to person, many prescription drug abusers share common risk factors. Men have a higher risk of developing a prescription drug abuse than women. Individuals with chronic pain, such as from an injury or neurological disorder, are at elevated risk. Genetics can also play a role; those with a history of opioid addiction in one or both parents are more likely to develop an addiction themselves. Drug addiction often occurs in conjunction with other mental health issues, and it may involve patients misusing medication prescribed for anxiety or other mental illness along with pain medications. “The majority of my clients are people who have anxiety, stress or depression,” says Dr. Clarence Massie, Jr., a professor of psychology at Georgia Perimeter College and counselor at Assurance DUI School. Throughout his 15 years of experience working with substance abuse clients, he
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Chase Powell Powell’s own mother, Lorraine Powell, sat on the board of directors for Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance. She had the disease herself and threw her support behind GOCA because, as she said, “Until people know what ovarian cancer is, no one is going to really put forth the effort in finding a cure.” She focused on education because she herself didn’t know the symptoms until she had the disease. After she passed away, her son Chase became involved with GOCA and is now the program manager of the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance. “I needed to do my part in getting the risks and symptoms of ovarian cancer out to the public,” he says.
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MYTH: Most women get the “baby blues.” New moms should just deal with it themselves, and it will go away. Sometimes mood swings, anxiety and irritability persist and worsen after the first two weeks post delivery. Dr. Goldsmith says, “After that 14-day mark, a woman should for the most part return to her previous functioning. If she does not return to ‘normal,’ then reaching out for help is appropriate. If a woman has thoughts about harming herself or someone else, we have moved well beyond the realm of the baby blues, and she needs immediate help.”
MYTH: New moms can just “snap out of it” if they try hard enough. Dr. Goldsmith says, “I believe that’s the number one misconception.” In reality, she explains, it’s “a strong support network” that helps get women past postpartum depression, not the mom white-knuckling through it alone. “Having people to help you, to answer questions and to remind you to take a nap can be vital to feeling well.” Beyond that support, Dr. Goldsmith adds, “Medication and therapy have been shown to be very beneficial.”
MYTH: New moms shouldn’t share their experiences. On the contrary, Dr. Goldsmith says, talking about the experience of postpartum depression can be a huge help. “Say it out loud,” she encourages. “Reach out to your obstetrician or midwife. Often they can get the ball rolling with treatment.” She also recommends taking to social media to connect. “There is an amazing blog called Postpartum Progress, and Postpartum Support International has a very active Facebook page. Women can get support any time of the day or night with these tools.”
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Atlanta Goes Pro If you aren’t a fan of mainstream pro sports, Atlanta fans are typically out of luck when it comes to rooting for a home team. Well, no more! Atlanta now has a professional lacrosse team called the Georgia Swarm. The men’s team, which features NCAA champions and Olympic medalists, hails from Minnesota and has moved south for their upcoming season starting in January. And soccer fans should keep an eye out for the proposed women’s soccer team, called the Atlanta Vibe. The team would include international players and compete April through September at Silverback Park. For game schedules and team updates, visit their websites. Details: georgiaswarm.com, atlantavibe.com bestselfatlanta.com
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Q: I’m doing cardio five to six days a week. Why am I not seeing the results I want? A: While cardio is an important part of any fitness routine, you really need to build lean muscle to create meaningful change in your body. Women, especially, are told that they should do a great deal of cardio and eat less to get a lean body, but that simply isn’t the case. You need weight-bearing exercise to build lean muscle. At GRAVITY, we use your own body weight to help you lean and strengthen your whole body safely, and we incorporate spin bikes to give you a killer workout. Paige Castor, GRAVITY
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Sept. 21 Sept. 12 RACE FOR SURVIVORS 5K RUN/WALK Atlanta Medical Center hosts this second annual event benefiting Sisters by Choice, a breast cancer support group. atlantamedcenter.com
A NIGHT UNDER THE STARS Head to the Clarion Hotel Ballroom tonight to raise money for The Hailey Bankhead Foundation to support families with children battling cancer. haileybankheadfoundation.org
TEAL TROT 5K Walk in Piedmont Park alongside gynecologic cancer survivors and patients, their families, caregivers and friends. Proceeds will support Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance. tealtrot.com
Sept. 18-19 HOPE FLIES CATCH THE CURE Dance, drink and dine at the Buckhead Theatre to support the Foundation for Mitochondrial Medicine’s research. mitochondrialdiseases.org
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17TH ANNUAL MARLOW’S TAVERN GOLF CLASSIC This golf tournament at the Country Club of Roswell also features contests on the green, a silent auction and an awards dinner to benefit Special Olympics Georgia. specialolympicsga.org
Sept. 24 KAISER PERMANENTE CORPORATE RUN/WALK Every year, this 5K at Turner Field gets more than 16,000 runners and walkers moving with their coworkers. Join in the fun by registering today, and plan to attend the Healthy Living Expo before the race. A portion of proceeds benefits The Atlanta Braves Foundation, Atlanta Community Food Bank and Back on My Feet.
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Tell us a little bit about FSHD.
FSHD is a degenerative muscular disease that affects primarily the face, shoulder and arm muscles and ends up attacking all smooth muscle in the body. Currently, there is no treatment or cure. Carrying out day-to-day tasks is challenging and takes time. I cannot lift more than five pounds. Walking and using stairs are difficult, and I tire very easily.
What are some ways you give back to the community?
During my tenure at UGA, I volunteered at the Athens Area Humane Society and Athens Regional Hospital. In addition, I am a goodwill ambassador for the FSH Society and a disability rights advocate. At UGA, I lobbied for six curb cuts to be installed on campus, a ramped sidewalk going from a bus stop to the top of North campus and a temporary platform at the UGA Arch to allow all students to partake in the century-long tradition of passing through it.
What is your favorite quote?
“Be the change you wish you see in the world.” – Gandhi
Tell us about your rececnt Spartan Race with your brother Spencer.
I piggybacked on my brother all five miles of the race to raise awareness for FSHD. I have never seen a more supportive community in my life. One of the obstacles was to vertically climb a muddy mountain, which was easily 100 feet, with only the assistance of cargo nets and rope. Five supporters surrounded and braced us to assist us all the way up, and once we reached the top, we had a huge standing ovation from other Spartans cheering us on and asking about our cause. It was truly an amazing feeling.
Tell us more about your push to make UGA’s Arch more accessible.
In January 2014, Khaled Alsafadi approached me about his dream to make the UGA Arch wheelchair accessible. We launched the “Make UGA’s Arch Accessible” Facebook campaign early February, and it went viral on campus. By the end of April, the administration granted the first ever temporary platform the day following commencement so that all students, regardless of their mobility, could partake in the tradition of passing through the Arch. The administration denied a permanent solution, but this has only fueled my passion to keep fighting.
What helps you be your best self?
The nature of my degenerative disease drives me to be my best self. Knowing that I probably won’t be able to do something in three months or a year makes me get out of bed in the morning and advocate for change. 62
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