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A GUIDE TO HEALTHY LIVING FOR MEN, WOMEN, CHILDREN AND SENIORS
Editor’s Note October is here! The weather is beginning to change into a beautiful, cooler, calmer, climate. Halloween is fast approaching. In this edition, I put my favorite costume picks for kids and adults. This year will be a big halloween for us. Our family is getting together with a group of friends and doing all the traditional halloween stuff. My daughter (who is 6) is into everything spooky. My son would rather just enjoy the candy and leave the scary stuff for his sister. This summer I have been consistant with a long walking routine and as the weather turns colder, my plan is to keep this going. Autumn is a beautiful time of year to get an outdoor workout routine. In this edition of MHL, we have our annual October Well-Being section. It’s good to keep your mind open about all types of healing. October is Breast Cancer awareness month. Screening earlier in age is becoming more common. I urge you to talk with your doctor on what is best for you. So I encourage you to get the fall started with great nutrition, lots of outdoor exercises and a great attitude about your life. Get out and about before the weather turns and makes you want to stay indoors. I hope you and your family have a great October and try not to eat too many sweets. -Amanda Lewis
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ACCORDING TO THE NATIONAL OSTEOPOROSIS FOUNDATION, OSTEOPOROSIS IS A DISEASE OF THE BONES THAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU LOSE TOO MUCH BONE, MAKE TOO LITTLE BONE OR BOTH. Osteoporosis is one of the most challenging of senior conditions, many times leading to bone fractures and breaks. Older adults should consult with their doctor to check for warning signs and risk factors. You can have your bones tested and begin to take measures to strengthen them. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, osteoporosis is a disease of the bones that happens when you lose too much bone, make too little bone or both. As a result, your bones become weak and may break from a minor fall or, in serious cases, even from sneezing or bumping into furniture. If not prevented or if left untreated, osteoporosis can progress painlessly until a bone actually breaks. These broken bones, also known as fractures, occur typically in the hip, spine and wrist. A 2012 surgeon general’s report found that each year, 1.5 million people suffer an osteoporosis-related fracture. The good news is, both nutrition and exercise have been found to help prevent osteoporosis. Check out the following from the International Osteoporosis Foundation: • Calcium supplementation has been shown to have a positive effect on bone mineral density in postmenopausal women. • Calcium and vitamin D supplementation reduces rates of bone loss and also fracture rates in older male and female adults, and in seniors. In institutionalized older women, this combined supplementation reduced hip fracture rates. • Fruit and veggie intake was positively associated with bone density in a study in men and women. The exact components of fruits and vegetables which may confer a benefit to bone are still to be clarified. • Higher levels of leisure time, sport activity, and household chores and fewer hours of sitting daily were associated with a significantly reduced relative risk for hip fracture. • Physical activity and fitness reduce risk of osteoporosis and fracture and fallrelated injuries. Not only does exercise strengthen your bones, but it also an important way to prevent falls that can weaken or break bones. Consider an exercise program that improves balance and coordination, such as tai chi or even dancing! Finally, as a caregiver your own health is so easy to let slide when you are caring for someone else. Keep in mind that for both men and women, bone loss starts in the mid- to late-30s. Take steps now to prevent osteoporosis. Don’t skip your physician’s appointments, eat as healthily as you can and figure out ways to build exercise into your day. For more information about helping seniors lead more healthy lives, or about caring for yourself while caring for a loved one, please call Home Instead Senior Care of Milwaukee at (414) 239-9605, or Like us on Facebook. You can also find more information about physical activities for seniors on CaregiverStress.com. OCTOBER 2013 MHL
Skin Matters Cynthia had always been proud of her skin, especially her summer tan. But as she grew older, she saw she was getting more fine lines and wrinkles. She began to worry about what other skin problems she may have. What were those brown spots on her hands and arms? Your skin changes with age. It becomes thinner, loses fat, and no longer looks as plump and smooth as it once did. Your veins and bones can be seen more easily. Scratches, cuts, or bumps can take longer to heal. Years of sun tanning or being out in the sunlight for a long time may lead to wrinkles, dryness, age spots, and even cancer. But there are things you can do to protect your skin and to make it feel and look better. Dry Skin And Itching Many older people suffer from dry skin, often on their lower legs, elbows, and lower arms. Dry skin feels rough and scaly. There are many possible reasons for dry skin, such as: Not drinking enough liquids Staying out in the sun Being in very dry air Smoking Feeling stress Losing sweat and oil glands (common with age) Dry skin also can be caused by health problems, such as diabetes or kidney disease. Using too much soap, antiperspirant, or perfume and taking hot baths will make dry skin worse. Because older people have thinner skin, scratching can cause bleeding that may lead to infection. Some medicines make the skin itchier. If your skin is very dry and itchy, see your doctor. Moisturizers like lotions, creams, or ointments can soothe dry, itchy skin. They should be used every day. Try taking fewer baths and using milder soap to help your dry skin. Warm water is less drying than hot water. Don’t add bath oil to your water -- it will make the tub too slippery. Some people find that a humidifier (an appliance that adds moisture to a room) helps. Bruises Older people may bruise more easily than younger people. And, it can take longer for the bruises to heal. Some medicines or illnesses may cause bruising. If you see bruises and you don’t know how you got them, especially on parts of your body usually covered by clothing, see your doctor. Wrinkles Over time, skin begins to wrinkle. Things in the environment, like ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun, make the skin less elastic. Gravity can cause skin to sag and wrinkle. Certain habits also can wrinkle the skin. Some of these habits are easier to change than others. You may not be able to change your facial expressions, but you can quit smoking. A lot of claims are made about how to make wrinkles go away. Not all of them work. Some can be painful or even dangerous, and many must be done by a doctor. Talk with a doctor specially trained in skin problems (a dermatologist) or your regular doctor if you are worried
Your skin changes with age. It becomes thinner, loses fat, and no longer looks as plump and smooth as it once did.
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PROTECT YOURSELF – FIGHT THE FLU!
Fall is right around the corner, which means the runny noses, coughs, and fevers of the flu season cannot be far behind. Make sure you and your family are protected by receiving a flu vaccine. While everyone should get a flu vaccine each flu season, it is especially important that the following groups get vaccinated, either because they are at high risk of having serious, flu-related complications or because they live with or care for people at high risk for developing flu-related complications: • Those who are 50 years and older
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to 19 years old • Those who reside and work in nursing homes, hospitals, and other facilities that house those with chronic diseases • Adults and children with chronic pulmonary and cardiovascular disorders, such as asthma • Adults and children who have chronic metabolic disease, renal dysfunction, and sickle cell disease • Those who will be pregnant during flu season The flu affects everyone. Even the healthiest person can get sick. It is very important that everyone 6 months and older receive a flu vaccine. Always consult your doctor to determine which flu vaccine is best for you. Caren Groose, RN, leads the Wheaton Franciscan Home Health and Hospice Community Flu Clinics throughout Southeast Wisconsin. To learn more about a community flu clinic near you, call a Wheaton Direct operator at 1-888-994-3286 or visit www.mywheaton.org/flu.
Caring and experienced Wheaton Franciscan Home Health Nurses are offering seasonal flu shots at convenient locations throughout Southeast Wisconsin this fall. No appointment required. Flu Vaccine – $30 (Ages 10 and up) Pneumonia Vaccine – $80 (Ages 16 and up) We accept cash or check payments. If you have Medicare Part B or a Medicare Advantage Plan, bring your valid card to avoid out-of-pocket costs. Please see the 2013 flu clinic schedule on the back of this page. For additional information about all of our 2013 clinics, please call us toll-free at 1-888-994-3286 or visit us on the web at www.mywheaton.org/flu.
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Wheaton Franciscan Home Health Community Flu Clinic Schedule – Fall, 2013 Flu shots available to individuals ages 10 and older. Show valid Medicare B card or pay $30. Pneumonia vaccine also available for $80. Cash or check payments accepted. No appointment required. Saturday, September 21
8:30 am – 12:30 pm
St. Rita Parish Health Fair
4339 Douglas Avenue, Racine
Thursday, September 26
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
St. John’s Lutheran Church
7877 N. Port Washington Road, Glendale
Sunday, September 29
9 am – 1 pm
St. Veronica’s Catholic Church
353 E. Norwich, Milwaukee
Sunday, September 29
9 – 11 am
Good Shepherd Catholic Church
N88W17658 Christman Road, Menomonee Falls
Monday, September 30
5 – 7 pm
Rite Hite YMCA
9250 N. Green Bay Road, Brown Deer
Tuesday, October 1
9 am – 2 pm
American Serb Hall
5101 W. Oklahoma Avenue, Milwaukee
Tuesday, October 1
9 am – Noon
Rite Hite Family YMCA
9250 N. Green Bay Road, Brown Deer
Wednesday, October 2
9 am – 2 pm
American Serb Hall
5101 W. Oklahoma Avenue, Milwaukee
Wednesday, October 2
9 am – Noon
Congregation Shalom
7630 N. Santa Monica Boulevard, Fox Point
Thursday, October 3
8:30 – 11 am
West Suburban YMCA
2420 N. 124th Street, Wauwatosa
Thursday, October 3
9 am – Noon
Wheaton Franciscan Pharmacy
2500 W. Layton Avenue, Suite 150, Milwaukee
Saturday, October 5
8:30 am – Noon
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare – Franklin
10101 S. 27th Street, Room 1335, Franklin
Saturday, October 5
12:30 – 4:30 pm
Wheaton Franciscan – Wauwatosa Campus
201 N. Mayfair Road (Hwy. 100/108th St.), Wauwatosa
Saturday, October 5
1 – 4 pm
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare – Franklin
10101 S. 27th Street, Room 1335, Franklin
Sunday, October 6
8:30 am – 12:30 pm
St. Eugene’s Catholic Church
7600 N. Port Washington Road, Fox Point
Sunday, October 6
9 – 11:30 am
Congregation Beth Jehudah
3100 N. 52nd Street, Milwaukee
Sunday, October 6
10:30 – 11:30 am
Mequon United Methodist Church
11011 N. Oriole Lane, Mequon
Tuesday, October 8
9 am – Noon
Tri County YMCA
N84W17501 Menomonee Avenue, Menomonee Falls
Tuesday, October 8
9 am – Noon
Whitefish Bay Recreation Department
5205 Lydell Avenue, Whitefish Bay
Tuesday, October 8
4 – 6 pm
Christ the King Lutheran Church
4600 N. Pilgrim Road, Brookfield
Thursday, October 10
9 am – Noon
South Shore YMCA
3244 E. College Avenue, Cudahy
Thursday, October 10
10 am – Noon
Wheaton Franciscan Pharmacy
2500 W. Layton Avenue, Suite 150, Milwaukee
Friday, October 11
1 – 4 pm
Whitefish Bay Recreation Department
5205 Lydell Avenue, Whitefish Bay
Saturday, October 12
9 – 11:30 am
Wheaton Franciscan – Elmbrook Memorial Campus 19333 W. North Avenue, Lobby, Brookfield
Saturday, October 12
10 am – 1 pm
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare – Franklin
10101 S. 27th Street, Room 1335, Franklin
Sunday, October 13
8:30 – 11 am
St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church
1375 Covered Bridge Road, Cedarburg
Sunday, October 13
9 am – Noon
St. Joseph Catholic Church
12130 W. Center Street, Wauwatosa
Sunday, October 13
9 am – Noon
St. Monica’s Catholic Church
160 E. Silver Spring Drive, Whitefish Bay
Sunday, October 13
11 am – 12:30 pm
Brookfield Presbyterian Church
1485 N. Brookfield Road, Brookfield
Monday, October 14
8:30 am – 12:30 pm
St. John Vianney Catholic Church
1755 N. Calhoun Road, Brookfield
Wednesday, October 16
9 am – Noon
American Serb Hall
5101 W. Oklahoma Avenue, Milwaukee
Wednesday, October 16
9 am – Noon
Southwest YMCA
11311 W. Howard Avenue, Greenfield
Wednesday, October 16
9 – 11:30 am
Cudahy City Hall
5050 S. Lake Drive, Cudahy
Wednesday, October 16
11 am – 1 pm
Sharon Lynn Wilson Center for the Arts
19805 W. Capitol Drive, Brookfield
Thursday, October 17
10 am – 1 pm
St. Mary Catholic Church
225 S. Hartwell, Waukesha
Thursday, October 17
1:30 – 4:30 pm
Wheaton Franciscan Pharmacy
2500 W. Layton Avenue, Suite 150, Milwaukee
Friday, October 18
1 – 4 pm
Catholic Charities
1919 N. 60th Street, Milwaukee
Saturday, October 19
8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Wheaton Franciscan – Wauwatosa Campus
201 N. Mayfair Road (Hwy. 100/108th St.), Wauwatosa
Saturday, October 19
1 – 3:30 pm
Wheaton Franciscan – Elmbrook Memorial Campus 19333 W. North Avenue, Lobby, Brookfield
Sunday, October 20
7:30 – 11:30 am
St. Gregory the Great Parish
3160 S. 63rd Street, Milwaukee
Sunday, October 20
8 am – Noon
Fox Point Lutheran Church
7150 N. Santa Monica Boulevard, Fox Point
Tuesday, October 22
12:30 – 3 pm
Brookfield Senior Center
2000 N. Calhoun Road, Brookfield
Thursday, October 24
10 am – Noon
Wheaton Franciscan Pharmacy
2500 W. Layton Avenue, Suite 150, Milwaukee
Saturday, October 26
1 – 4 pm
Wheaton Franciscan – Wauwatosa Campus
201 N. Mayfair Road (Hwy. 100/108th St.), Wauwatosa
Saturday, November 2
9 am – Noon
Ascension Lutheran Church
1415 Dopp Street, Waukesha
Sunday, November 3
9 – 11 am
Immanuel Lutheran Church
13445 W. Hampton Avenue, Brookfield
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Life is hectic. Nothing seems to work. Gym memberships are expensive. There is an endless list of reasons to skip a workout or never begin exercising in the first place. With excuses blurring the benefits, getting fit can be an even bigger challenge. TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the nonprofit weight loss support organization, provides tips to overcome justifications for avoiding physical activity.
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Make working out a priority and it will become routine. The best way to fit physical activity into your day is by setting a schedule and writing it on the calendar. If you don’t have time for an hour of cardio or weight training, take steps to ensure you move during the week – take the stairs, park at the back of the parking lot, do an abdominal workout during commercials. Ten-minute ‘mini’ exercises, such as a brisk walk during the lunch hour, are also useful. “I feel self-conscious.” Exercise at home with fitness DVDs and resistance cables. Once you have gained confidence, go outside, join a gym, or take an exercise class. If you want to beat the crowds at the fitness center, go mid-morning or late in the evening, when less people are around.
“I don’t like working out.”
Perhaps running or weight lifting is too monotonous for you. Working out doesn’t have to be something that’s painful or boring. Today’s workout world offers a variety of options to stay fit – yoga, hiking, swimming, dancing, Pilates, recreational
sports, and more. Grab a friend and participate in a workout that you enjoy. “I don’t know how.”
Personal trainers help people tailor their exercises to their ability and the proper intensity level. Whether you want to learn how to cycle indoors, dance, or play a sport, fitness classes with instructors can teach new movements and correct form. The staff at most gyms should be well-versed in their facility’s equipment; don’t be afraid to ask for help.
“I can’t afford a gym membership.”
Although fitness centers have a lot to offer, gym fees can be expensive. Perhaps your community’s local recreation department offers low-cost classes you can participate in. Walking or running outdoors are free, effective activities. You may even want to consider roller-blading. Fancy equipment isn’t necessary to get in shape – it’s more important to stay active on a regular basis.
“I can’t get motivated.”
Make a list of reasons to workout – to get healthy, boost energy, look better in your clothes, etc. Post the list in a place you look at everyday to remind yourself of your workout ambitions. Friends are also a great place to seek motivation. At TOPS, weekly chapter meetings give members the opportunity to cheer for and encourage one another in their weight-loss efforts.
“I don’t see any results.”
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It’s important to understand that exercise may not produce immediate physical changes. Remember your long-term goals and think about how working out makes you feel. Writing down the little improvements you see on a daily basis can be helpful. TOPS Club Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the original, nonprofit weight-loss support and wellness education organization, was established more than 63 years ago to champion weight-loss support and success. Founded and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, TOPS promotes successful, affordable weight management with a philosophy that combines healthy eating, regular exercise, wellness information, and support from others at weekly chapter meetings. TOPS has about 170,000 members in nearly 10,000 chapters throughout the United States and Canada. Visitors are welcome to attend their first TOPS meeting free of charge. To find a local chapter, view www.tops.org or call (800) 932-8677.
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EYE CARE SPECIALISTS PROVIDE TIPS FOR A LIFETIME OF GOOD VISION Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live. ~Jim Rohn By Carolyn Vescio & Cheryl Dejewski Did you know that a human embryo’s eyes begin to develop at week seven? By week 28, a baby’s eyelids are formed and partially open. Soon, he or she will begin taking in vast amounts of visual information as they are welcomed into the world. While much of what happens to a person’s eyes over the course of a lifetime is dictated by genetics, there are many steps that can be taken to protect our vision as we age. Childhood At birth, an infant’s eyes will be checked as part of a comprehensive newborn exam. A child’s eyes should also be evaluated by his pediatrician at six months of age and between the ages of three and four. “The doctor will confirm proper development and alignment of the eyes to rule out Strabismus (a condition where the eyes look in different directions, commonly called “crossed eyes”) and Amblyopia (also called “lazy eye,” which occurs when vision doesn’t develop properly and is poor in one eye and normal in the other). Any unusual findings should prompt an immediate referral to an ophthalmologist or optometrist,” explains David Scheidt, OD, past President of the Wisconsin Optometric Association. The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction requires that schools encourage parents to have an eye exam for their child prior to entering kindergarten. The most common eye problem found during these exams is myopia (or, “nearsightedness”)— the inability to see letters or objects at a distance. As children become more active in sports and other activities, injury prevention becomes increasingly important. Be sure to buy toys that are age appropriate and avoid those that fly or shoot. And, be certain to enforce (and model yourself) the use of proper eye protection, such as safety glasses, swim goggles, sunglasses and hats. Finding and removing hazards from a child’s environment and providing proper supervision can go a long way in protecting their vision. Be sure to keep sharp objects out of reach, lock up poisonous chemicals (like cleaning solutions), and make sure play areas are safe from hard sharp edges. If your child does sustain an eye injury, seek immediate medical attention. In Your 20s People in their 20s need to be mindful of many of the common sense things they were told to do as children, such as using proper sun protection. “Ultraviolet (UV) rays can burn your cornea, the clear outer layer of your eye,” notes Brett Rhode, MD, Head of Ophthalmology at Aurora Sinai Medical Center and a partner at Eye Care Specialists, one of the state’s leading ophthalmology practices. “UV rays can also lead to the development of cataracts (a clouding of the natural lens inside the eye), and age-related macular degeneration or AMD, (an eye condition in which the specialized area of the retina responsible for sharp central vision and color discrimination is damaged). Make sure to wear lenses that are rated to block out 99%-100% of UVA and UVB light. A dark lens does not automatically mean you are getting proper UV protection.” Safety glasses should also be used when working in a hazardous environment, doing activities like wood- or metal-working, and when participating in sports, such as basketball, soccer or skiing. If you wear contact lenses, remember that proper
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A GUIDE TO NATURAL HEALTH
Redefining Health
A NEW HEALTHCARE MODEL By Kalpana (Rose) M. Kumar, M.D. Rachel Remen M.D. is a physician and mentor who inspired me 23 years ago. An article about her current work, Medicine’s Search for Meaning was recently published in The New York Times. It made me reflect on where I started as a young physician, and where I have arrived today as a physician who holds a vision of a healed health care system in my heart. I was a fledgling 3rd year resident in Internal Medicine at Stanford when I attended the talk that Rachel gave on ‘patient-centered’ medicine. I sat on the steps in the auditorium, listened to her and wept. My heart has remained open wide since that day at Stanford and I have pursued a path of LOVE and DEVOTION for my patients and it has been my hope for health care ever since. As stories of entrepreneurs go, mine has been lined with challenges as well as immense creativity. I weaved in and out of corporate medicine after residency and left it forever in 1998 when I was told that “wellness is a conflict of interest for health care” and “preventive medicine does not generate hospital dollars”. I suddenly realized that the business model that corporate health care serves is exclusively a financial one. The dollar is what is served, not health, healing or patient care. Physicians are merely assembly line workers who generate money for the health care systems quarterly profits. My heart continually breaks for my colleagues who work in a corporate model that serves administrators and policies, not patients. Let me tell you something about what a doctor’s heart is like. As I talk about mine, I can assure you that many doctors entered their profession with similar stories and experiences and were seeking the grace in their work that fulfilled their passion to heal. When I was little, I remember the first inklings of how I knew I wanted to serve in this capacity. When I was around people, I felt a deep ache in my heart. I didn’t understand what this was for a long time. I knew I was always searching for why people got sick and how they could get well. I think I came into the world this way in addition to being raised around the scientific inquiry of my parents who are brilliant scientists. Because I loved science so much, I voraciously read everything I could get my hands on to help guide my understanding. Nothing was as fulfilling for my soul as seeking answers to difficult questions. I knew I had to spend every day of my life in this numinous place. Going to medical school felt like a natural extension of my passion for learning within the healing model available in our society. To be immersed in it and to be able to feel the joy that accompanied complicated problem solving was nothing short of bliss. When I was on the wards during my clinical rotations, that old familiar ache in my heart from childhood resurfaced. I now recognized it as LOVE. This strong and deep feeling, this ache, this love that I discovered I had for my patients has never stopped flowing. I feel privileged and honored every time I am with them, ever since the first patient I ever saw. She privileged me as a medical student, to study her condition and honored me with her patience during my very green inquiry. Since that very first day, my patients have made it possible for me to explore answers with them. The closest I came to this with colleagues was with nurses during night shifts on call. I watched their dedication and devotion – a Florence Nightingale energy that held their patients in their hearts embrace. I followed them on the wards to learn how to balance intellect with love and to this day, owe my deep learning to them. They mentored me on how to hold space and how to stay real in times that were stressNEW>>page 16
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NEW<<page 12 ful, during life and death, illness and health. When Rachel Remen spoke of patient-centered care in her talk at Stanford, I was just getting ready to graduate from residency and enter my medical destiny track. That day, was the beginning of the rest of my career. It was as if it all came together inside of me and I received an ‘initiation’ of sorts into practicing medicine to honor the soul of my sacred vocation. After I completed my training, I worked in corporate health care. No such feeling was present in that system. The numinous was unreachable. In fact, if my patients needed time and attention, I was penalized. I soon realized that I was now a worker on the assembly line, towing the party line and making money for administration that served the dollar, not the soul of medicine. After 7 years of experiencing this heartless model, I left it forever. Without a degree in business or any experience in running a medical practice, I took a leap of faith and designed The Ommani Center for Integrative Medicine – a place where I could practice medicine from that same sacred place that unfolded my path through medical school and residency, initiating me in this sacred vocation of science and healing. Today, my intention for creating this Center permeates its presence. Despite my lack of confidence in running a business, I discovered that in addition to loving it, I was also a fierce advocate for patients. The Ommani Center was born as an answer to what I felt is missing in health care- my love for my patients and for being able to practice with heart and meaning without compromising the scientific method or patient safety. The Ommani Center is a unique health care model. I created it with a mindset for sustainability, both from a financial and environmental context. The architecture was designed to give the feeling of ‘flow’. The paint used on the walls, the water and teas served, cleaning products and even the soap we use to wash hands and cotton gowns are all environmentally friendly. We recycle everything we can and are fiscally responsible in how we manage overhead and even where we refer patients for lab and diagnostic tests. I believe that we all have a responsibility to keep health care costs down. It takes extra work, time and energy for all. On my end, I pay extra to have my medical assistants enter lab and diagnostic data (into electronic medical records) performed at labs that cost my patients significantly less compared to hospital based tests. I would rather pay the $6000 – 7000 per year for staff time to save hundreds of thousands in health care costs. We must all do our part to transform health care. We cannot underestimate the power of one. As a physician, I knew I would be sacrificing financial security to do what felt ethically correct for me. My moral compass came at a financial price. As a response to this, I shifted from a profit mindset to a sustainability one. The Ommani Centers sustainable business model has proven to be solid for more than a decade. Since 2001, it has sat gently on the earth, served patients with heart and meaning and kept its carbon footprint light. Meanwhile, my colleagues in corporate health care, struggle to adapt to endless policies that micromanage them and restrictions that make it nearly impossible for them to practice from heart. Corporate health care is an experiment gone awry. In my least optimistic moments, I gain solace in knowing that The Ommani Center, a sacred health care model that stands in the heart of Pewaukee, Wisconsin is poised to be replicated in communities across America where patients and physicians are hungry to access sustainable, cost and therapeutically effective health care. This is my contribution to restoring the soul of medicine and for bringing meaning back into physicians’ lives who have sacrificed so much to heal others and are less than able to in the corporate system today. When I see them working under emotionally abusive conditions in the current system, I feel an unbearable pain in my heart. I want them to know that it is now possible to practice with heart and soul and to serve patients rather than policies and administrators. The Ommani Center is like a lighthouse for health care. As it grows and expands in the near future, it will become a haven for physicians looking to restore their souls and reclaim their hearts as they follow the golden thread of their purpose for choosing their sacred craft. I have come a long way since that threshold day on the steps of the Stanford auditorium. The vision in my heart that was ignited there continues to burn bright and is brighter each day as my beloved patients add their light to it. Let us create the new model for health care together. Let us all remain true to its sacred purpose and mission so we can finally gain access to health and healing. ©October 2013 Kalpana (Rose) M. Kumar, MD is board certified in Internal Medicine and the founder and Medical Director of The Ommani Center for Integrative Medicine in Pewaukee, WI. She received her medical training at UCSF and Stanford University. She has been a physician for more than 20 years and focuses her practice on integrative medicine and women’s health. Her book, Becoming Real, published in 2011, is available through Amazon.com in paperback as well as Kindle and can be purchased through the website, bookstore page, at The Ommani Center in Pewaukee. Learn more or reach her through www.ommanicenter.com or telephone 262.695.5311.
WHERE DID OUR HEALTH GO? One of the major determinants of our heath is our nutritional status. When we give our cells the nutrients that they need we have good energy and we maintain a healthy immune system. When we develop nutritional deficiencies or excesses we cause more oxidative stress and prevent our cells from functioning properly leading to the slow development of chronic diseases, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, cancer, and autoimmune diseases. Most people grew up believing that eating a well-balanced diet would keep them healthy. In fact we were told that if we ate a well-balanced diet we didn’t even need extra vitamins. Today we are now being told that there are epidemic increases in the rates of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, obesity, and many other chronic inflammatory diseases. So what happened? In the last 50 years there have been significant changes to how our foods are grown and produced. Our meats are primarily raised in feedlots. Many of our staple foods now come from genetically modified organisms (GMO). A significant part of our diet comes from processed and fast foods. Feedlot raised animals have up to 10 times more omega-6 fats than do pasture raised animals. Too many Omega-6 fats cause inflammation. GMO crops play a significant role in the increase in food allergies and there are unknown long-term risks of possible genetic transfer to our own intestinal bacteria. Processed foods are devoid of many of their original nutrients and many are high in omega-6 fats and simple sugars. In addition, we were given a food pyramid in the early 90’s that was heavily weighted towards carbohydrates, more than 50% coming from, breads rice, pasta and cereal. This large percentage of carbohydrates is a major problem made worse by how we actually implemented the pyramid. The original recommendations stated that more than 50% of the grains should be from whole grains. We didn’t do this. Almost all of our breads and cereals are from processed grains, which have lost up to 90% of their nutrients, including vitamins: B1, B2 B3, B5, B6, B9, E and minerals: calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, copper, manganese and selenium. These nutrients are needed for energy production, optimum hormone balance and proper immune system function. In the 30 years from 1980 to 2010 we have increased our intake of these nutritionally deficient carbohydrates from grains by 34%. During this same time period we increased our added fat intake by 44%, our added sweeteners by 10% and our total calorie intake by 19%.We are now facing the consequences of a diet that is slowly killing us. So what can we do about it? The simple solution is: 01 Eat healthy( Organic, Non-GMO) 02 Eat less(Decrease carbohydrates and increase vegetables.) 03 Move more( exercise 5 times a week for at least 30 minutes). If this were easy to do we would not have the problems that we are currently facing and as usual the devil is in the detail. In today’s fast paced market driven society we are continually bombarded with fad diets, ads for supplements promising to make everything better and contradictory information from many sources. There is not one solution for all. What each of us needs to do is to start with an analysis of our current nutritional status and integrate that with appropriate lifestyle modifications. These are some things that most of us can or should do: Eat organic Non-GMO foods whenever possible Decrease total carbohydrates including simple processed sugar sand processed grains. Decrease saturated fats, trans fats and cis fats. Decrease fatty meats Increase Omega-3 fats Increase vegetables (5 servings per day) Eat whole fruits (3-4 servings of whole fruits per day) - Avoid fruit juices Eliminate soda both regular and diet Exercise: You don’t have to be an Olympic athlete to be healthy but you do need to exercise for 30 minutes 5 times per week. HEALTH>>page 47 OCTOBER 2013 MHL 17
Fibromyalgia Pain Relief CAN BE FOUND USING TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE & ACUPUNCTURE
More than 4 million Americans suffer from the chronic pain of fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that causes widespread pain and tenderness in the muscles and soft tissue as well as sleep problems, fatigue, and a variety of other symptoms. These problems can be severe enough to disrupt a person’s work and daily activities. Fortunately, the condition does not permanently damage the muscles, joints, or internal organs. There are theories as to what may cause fibromyalgia, but at this point there is not enough evidence to support any single cause. Some theories suggest that fibromyalgia may be related to oversensitive nerve cells, an imbalance of chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters), or an inability of the brain or spinal cord to dampen pain signals. Currently, there is no cure for fibromyalgia. Treatment is focused on managing pain, fatigue, depression, and other symptoms common in fibromyalgia in an attempt to break the cycle of increased sensitivity to pain and decreased physical activity. Traditional Chinese Medicine is a complete medical system that has diagnosed, treated and prevented illness for over 23 centuries. While it can remedy ailments and alter states of mind, Traditional Chinese Medicine can also,
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enhance recuperative power, immunity and the capacity of pleasure, work and creativity. Traditional Chinese Medicine is holistic, preventative and natural with fewer side effects in comparison to traditional western medical treatments such as surgery and pharmaceuticals. Though acupuncture, the most widely applied Chinese therapy, is best known for control of pain inside the United States, it can actually treat a wide variety of common and uncommon disorders. Acupuncture is based on the concept of maintaining balance and harmony within the body by facilitating the flow of life energy in it. When chi/Qi (life energy) inside the body becomes stagnant and congested, all kinds of mental and physical illness follow. In order to restore chi distribution, needles are inserted into acupoints along the meridians (energy pathways) of the body. According to the science of acupuncture there are more than 361 acupoints on the meridians of the body. Acupuncture Relieves Symptoms of Fibromyalgia, Mayo Clinic Study In 2006, researchers at the Mayo Clinic found evidence that suggests acupuncture reduces the symptoms of fibromyalgia. Mayo’s study involved 50 fibromyalgia patients enrolled in a randomized, controlled trial to determine if
acupuncture improved their symptoms. Symptoms of patients who received acupuncture significantly improved compared with the control group. “The results of the study convince me there is something more than the placebo effect to acupuncture,” says David Martin, M.D., Ph.D., lead author of the acupuncture article and a Mayo Clinic anesthesiologist. The take-home message from this study was not just pain relief, but improvements were noted in patients’ fatigue, anxiety level and sleep. Not surprisingly, acupuncture was well tolerated, with minimal side effects. This study has led to a much larger study funded by the National Institute of Health which gathered patients from 2008-2010 and has not yet reported results. Mayo Clin Proc. 2006 Jun;81(6):74957Posted byDr Richard Maurerat7:39 PM You can find more information on Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture on Dr. Zhou’s website, www. AcupunctureHerbalMD.com In over a quarter-century of practicing the Chinese healing arts, Dr. XiPing Zhou (pronounced “Joe”) L.Ac., M.D.O.M. has helped several people reduce the pain associated with Fibro-
myalgia through his comprehensive wellness program incorporating acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and therapeutic Chinese massage. Dr. Zhou is the Director of East-West Healing Arts Institute and Primary Acupuncturist at Dr. Zhou’s Acupuncture and Pain Management Center. Dr. Zhou’s Acupuncture and Pain Management Center is the most successful Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine facility in the state of Wisconsin because of the number of patients successfully treated using Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. Dr. Zhou earned his degree in Medicine from HeiLongJiang University in the Peoples’ Republic of China where he graduated at the top of his class. In 1993 Dr. Zhou served as chief physician and full professor at HeiLongJiang Medical College. Moved to the United States in 1994 where he taught acupuncture and Chinese medicine at the Midwest College for the Study of Oriental Medicine in Racine, Wis. In 1996 Dr. Zhou established his private practice in Madison and Milwaukee. In 1999, he joined the staff of Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital in Milwaukee, becoming one of the very first acupuncturists on staff at any Wisconsin hospital.
ACTIVATE YOUR OWN HEALING POWER through Ayurvedic Marma therapy
By Corinna Maharani, Marma Specialist and PKT We all have the innate ability to heal, no exceptions. Some have channeled and trained this ability, while others might not even be aware of their untapped healing potential. According to Ayurveda, the alternative healing system from ancient India, we have energetic healing centers through which a heightened amount of life force or healing energy flows. Just like air flows in and out though our mouth and nose as we breath, cosmic energy flows in and out of these energetic centers, supplying our body, mind and spirit with ever-renewing, healing energy. This energy can be channeled to heal our selves and others. In Ayurveda, we call this energy force “Prana.� Once Prana enters our body, it resides inside energetic centers called Marma points. These centers are similar to what we commonly understand Chakras to be, but the knowledge of Marma points predates that of Chakras by hundreds of years. In fact, Chakras are just very large Marma points, located along the centerline of the body. Marmas have been thoroughly documented in the ancient Indian Vedic society and have been used remedially to direct healing energy to help cure disease for thousands of years. Marma therapy is considered to be the mother of all healing techniques in Ayurvedic medicine and provides the fundamental philosophies behind all other treatment modalities. There are about 108 Marma points located all over our body. They are little energetic powerhouses, so to say, storing healing life force and sending it to where it is needed. The knowledge about their exact location was not only very important in the healing of disease but also in Indian martial arts. Knowledge about these Marma points could present a great benefit in battle against an opponent, as it was used to add energetic force behind ones strike. Marma martial artists were known to possess almost super-human powers and were feared by the modern soldiers of the invading British army. Therefore, the knowledge of Marma points was strictly outlawed under colonial regime and became a secret science for many years. These Marma points are all interconnected through channels called Nadis. These channels run hidden within the body and serve as the transportation highways for the life-giving energy. From each Marma point, energy, or Prana, travels along these Nadis to supply
an organ or tissue with needed life force. Even though Marmas, Nadis and energy are invisible, they are as real and vital as any other part of our being. If a Marma or Nadi becomes injured or blocked, disease and pain can manifest. A simple way to keep the Marma system happy and healthy is practicing daily Ayurvedic self-massage. While gliding over the points and channels, the Marma centers are activated and energy begins to flow, bringing about the healing process. This Ayurvedic massage can be taught by an Ayurvedic practitioner or learned through books and on-line materiasl. Of course, always consult your physician before starting any kind of massage regimen. When exploring Marma therapy for self-healing, a good place to start is the center of the palms. Inside each hand is a Marma point called Talahridaya. These dual Marma points are connected to the physical and emotional heart. When activated, healing energy in the palms can be felt very easily and can be channeled for healing. Begin by rubbing your palms together and then holding your hands parallel to themselves, palms facing each other. Move them closer and further away from each other and become aware of how the energy between these two points feels. You may be new in the exploration of energy work--try to suspend any disbelief and keep an open heart to the possibilities around you. Next, in a seated position with legs uncrossed, place one of your palms on the top of your head. The crown of the head holds another important Marma point, called Adipati. This point is connected to many neurological functions: concentration, sleep patterns, emotional stability and more. The energy from the center of the palm is now radiating onto Adipati. Envision the energy as a beam of white healing light, entering your crown and sending in its harmonizing energy. Place the other palm onto your lower belly and again, vision it sending healing white light through your palm. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Release your hold and place your palms facing upward onto your thighs. You now should feel a little more peaceful and grounded. There is such an incredible wealth of healing energy inside of
us and the exploration of Marma points can be a rich and rewarding adventure. To learn more about Marma Therapy and Ayurveda, you can experience classes as part of the holistic “Live YOUR Balance� programs which use the ancient healing sciences of Ayurveda and Yoga to bring wellness to all areas of your life. Traditionally, the depth and breadth of knowledge and resources of these two systems has been found through professional level training programs. But for the first time, Kanyakumari, the leading Yoga and Ayurvedic training center in the mid-West, is offering a series of classes to guide you in integrating these wellness tools effectively into your day-to-day lifestyle to enjoy a healthier, happier you! Choose from 13 different class series, each 4-8 weeks long, to provide the support you need. ACTIVATE>>page 47
Live YOUR Balance Program This holistic self-care program, made up of 13 interrelated courses, is designed to provide you with the tools and guidelines to achieve a life of balance based on the wisdom of the Vedic sciences of Ayurveda and Yoga.
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NEW HOPE FOR ARTHRITIS SUFFERERS MLS Class 4 Lasers, approved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration five years ago, work in what is called a dual wave pattern, meaning the device performs two functions at once on the patient’s body.
Aches and pains have long plagued people of all ages and walks of life. But exciting new technological advances are helping doctors of chiropractic get to the root causes of pain more rapidly than ever before. Statewide professionals, are using lasers to treat arthritis pain and dysfunction more efficiently by reducing the swelling and improving circulation to the affected tissues. Dr. Evans, owner of Evans Chiropractic & Pain Laser Clinic in New Berlin, began using the noninvasive therapy system known as the MLS Class 4 Laser at her clinic in January of 2011. The response from patients has been phenomenal. “I have patients travelling from as far away as Sheboygan “This is definitely the wave of the future,” said Dr. Evans, who has been a practicing chiropractor for 22 years. “With the financial constraints of the current economy and rising health insurance costs, people need to get better faster.” While traditional chiropractic treatments typically would take three to four months to achieve a positive outcome, now with adding laser treatments the healing process is accelerated and patients are recovering in half the time. MLS Class 4 Lasers, approved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration five years ago, work in what is called a dual wave pattern, meaning the device performs two functions at once on the patient’s body. One wave form relieves pain while the other accelerates the healing process. “This new technology gets patient’s better faster, this past year has been very exciting as I have been able to witness patient’s recover in ways I hadn’t seen before implementing this type of Laser therapy,” Evans said. The biggest problem any clinician faces when treating patients who are in pain is how to safely and effectively address inflammation. “All too often, physicians want to block the inflammatory process with medications both prescribed and over the counter, but you need to work with it instead,” she said. “This is where laser treatments make all the difference. The laser accelerates the inflammatory process (ie healing process) and this is why the patient recovers more quickly.” As advances have been made with technology, Class 4 lasers have enabled chiropractic professionals to venture into previously unheard of territory. Treatments were almost always ineffective for people where scar tissue had formed. Modern laser treatments have given professionals an opportunity to work through scar tissue – a scenario that has proven especially beneficial for the elderly and people who have had surgery. “One of the laser wave forms actually can break up old scar tissue when paired with the correct machine parameters thus allowing for greater joint motion and flexibility,” Evans said. “I like to think of it as WD-40 for the joints.” Walking has long been recommended as a key exercise in addressing weight gain—particularly for the aging population. But when a person has joint problems and pain, when walking could be a beneficial exercise is not an option. “Our bodies are meant to move but when movement causes pain it is almost impossible to remain healthy and vital thru the aging process,” Evans said. At Evans Chiropractic & Pain Laser Clinic, patients typically undergo between 8 and 10 Laser treatments before inflammation has been adequately addressed and healing truly takes hold. A typical laser treatment lasts between 10 and 20 minutes, is painless, completely safe and has no adverse side effects.
THE NATURAL QUALITIES OF Oriental Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been continuously practiced for over 3,000 years and is the oldest and most successful medicine in history. TCM is comprised of many forms of natural medicine including herbal medicine, acupuncture, massage, nutrition, Tia chi and Qi Gong. Let’s take a look at these components and you will see why this medicine is the fastest growing medicine in the United States. Before we go into the individual components we must first look at the total of TCM to understand how everything fits together. The Taoist version of behavior translates to relentless perfection. The Tao is called “The Way” because it helps to guide behavior. It is peaceful and kind, but it adheres to its principles that like water, a person should bend but not break. This philosophy guides Oriental Medicine to help a person have the most fulfilling life possible. TCM preaches moderation in life. Do not wear out the body with excessive exercise or activity. Our society is beginning to see the disasters that affect our star athletes. From on the field and/or court we see injuries during games or practice. Also, ailments by athletes as they age are legendary and early death seems likely. So, moderation is the word, in work or play. The TCM Doctors feel you have a better chance at living a good, long life in moderation and that is not a bad goal for anyone. In addition to moderation, Oriental Medicine is concerned with a person’s “balance” in both physical and mental terms. Most of the treatments, both herbal and acupuncture, are aimed at restoring balance in a patient. A person who is in “balance” is a healthy person and thus the goal of TCM is to maintain a person’s “balance” in all things. We have come to some of the various practices that comprise what is called Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Today herbs are being used by more Americans for a variety of ailments. Herbs are quite safe and can treat symptoms that Western Medicine cannot. With the introduction of TCM in the last 30 years, herbal medicine is growing in popularity because it helps in healing and it is natural. Acupuncture is at the most visible form of TCM in the United States. TCM doctors are licensed in all States and must pass National Boards in order to practice, at least in Wisconsin that is true. Acupuncture helps patients with pain and a great host of other problems by adjusting “Qi” and removing stagnations. Basically, the acupuncturist is attempting to “balance” the body using thin needles. This aspect of TCM is making positive news all across the country. Give acupuncture a try and find out if a balance treatment can help you.. Massage in TCM is called Tui Na and in China it is more like massage therapy and chiropractic combined. In this country it is limited to massage. Again the goal of Tui Na is to move the “Qi” and remove stagnation using body massage and acupressure. Nutrition is a cornerstone in TCM. After all, what you eat is important to your healthy balance. Moderation is again suggested as one way to keep healthy. Every day it seems that there is a new problem in the American diet and we are starting to stray from common sense and listening to the advertising as though it was fact. We need to pay better attention to the real basis of nutrition , and your TCM doctor can help you with a good nutrition program. Tai Chi is a form of oriental martial arts that is scaled back so everyone can participate. From the young to the old, Tai Chi can help to create and maintain a healthy body. A recent study found that Tai Chi dramatically helped the balance of senior citizens. A better balance means fewer broken bones. Qi Gong is another physical TCM program that has wonderful results. Qi Gong is a series of movements that co-ordinate breathing and movement. These exercises increase a person’s energy and mental alertness. This is a low impact program that can be done by anyone, any age and in almost any physical condition. The above discussion, while brief, hopefully sheds a little light on the breadth and scope of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is this attention to patient’s overall life and habits that has resulted in a successful and long term medicine. Today, the philosophy of natural health food and natural medicine, simply reflect what TCM has known for centuries. Good health is a gift and we must be careful in what we eat and how we live. We invite you to join the many people who are benefiting from Traditional Chinese Medicine. Article by:Dr. William F. Hughes, Jr. PhD., Dipl. AC. Acupuncture Clinic of Wauwatosa, Inc. 11711 West North Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI 53226,414-607-0900 OCTOBER 2013 MHL 21
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The use of computers in schools has grown rapidly over the past several years. This growth is likely to continue since it is believed that computers enhance children’s ability to learn. Of course, outside the school, children are participating in more computer based social activities as well, sometimes spending hours at a computer. This is why it is so important to ensure that the workstation is adequate in order to prevent repetitive stress injuries and other musculoskeletal injuries.
• Maintain good upper body posture-shoulders back and not rounding forward over keyboard. • Sit back in the chair and ensure a “neutral” back(maintaining the three natural curves of your spine) • Keep feet firmly on the floor or footrest for support • Do not tilt head back too far or too far forward-keep computer screen at or just below eye level. • Upper arms should be close to side of body and elbows bent to 90 degrees. • Keep wrists in neutral position, using wrist pad as necessary to avoid excessive wrist extension while typing or using mouse. • Bring items in the work area as close to the screen as possible as to avoid twisting his/her head unnecessarily. • Manage computer use time. The risks of any postural problem associated with computer use depends on the length of time your child uses the computer without taking a break. You can use software programs to regulate your child’s computer use or you can watch a clock. Simple wrist, head and neck stretches can be done during these breaks to also avoid injury. ‘
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What to Bring It’s best to bring as little as you can to the hospital. You will need: Bathrobe and slippers (put your name on each item); most hospitals provide special bed clothes Comfortable clothes to wear home (they may be the clothes you wore to the hospital) Toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, comb and brush, deodorant, and your own razor Your hearing aids, dentures, and glasses A little cash (not more than $10) and a credit card that a family member or friend can keep for you Books or magazines Make sure you bring your health insurance card. If you don’t have health insurance, talk with the admissions staff about other payment methods and sources of financial aid. Remember to bring photo identification and updated information about: Past illnesses and surgeries Your medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs Your allergies Names and telephone numbers (home and business) to contact in an emergency What to Leave at Home Leave jewelry (including wedding rings, earrings, and watches), extra cash, additional credit cards, and your checkbook at home. Don’t bring electric shavers, hair dryers, curling irons, or similar equipment. Also, leave your electronics at home. The hospital is not responsible for your cell phone, laptop, tablet, CD player, or other electronics. Admission Once your hospital stay is planned, many hospitals have a staff member call to ask pre-admissions questions over the phone. Then, when you go to the hospital, many of the forms are already filled out and ready for you to sign. Your first stop at the hospital is the admitting office. You will sign forms that: Give the hospital details about yourself, your doctor, and your insurance Explain your surgery, test, or procedure Give your okay for the medical staff to treat you Also, you will be asked about advance directives (see Patient Rights below). After the paperwork is completed, a hospital bracelet will be put on your wrist by the admissions staff and checked by nurses. Read your bracelet to make sure the information is correct.
What will this test tell me? Why is it needed, and when will I know the results?
Hospital Staff While you are in the hospital, many people might take care of you. Doctors are in charge of your overall care. The doctor in charge may be your primary doctor (the doctor you see outside the hospital), a specialist on the hospital staff, or a hospitalist who is trained to oversee your care while you are in the hospital. Nurses have a variety of jobs. For example, registered nurses can give medicines, licensed practical nurses can help feed you, and nurses’ aides can help with personal care. Respiratory therapists prevent and treat breathing problems. They teach exercises that help avoid lung infections after surgery or extended bed rest. Technicians can take blood or perform tests such as x-rays. Physical therapists show you how to strengthen muscle and other tissues, increase flexibility, and improve coordination. Occupational therapists work with you to restore, maintain, or improve your ability to perform everyday tasks like cooking, eating, bathing, or dressing. Dietitians can plan menus, including special meals, and teach you how to have well-balanced meals at home. Clinical pharmacists may be consulted about the medicines you take. Social workers assist you and your family. They can help find homecare, rehabilitation, social services, long-term care, and support groups. Inside the Hospital Hospitals have many patient-care areas. For example, the intensive care unit (also called the ICU) has special equipment and staff to care for very ill patients. Coronary care units (CCUs) give intensive medical care to patients with heart disease. In both the ICU and CCU, visiting hours are very limited. Often only family members are allowed to see patients. Surgery is done in the operating room (OR). After an operation, patients are cared for in the recovery room until they are ready to move to their hospital rooms. Hospital Safety Tips Because you may feel weak or tired, here are some safety tips to follow: If you are told to stay in bed, use the call bell or button when you need help. Use the controls to lower your bed before getting in or out. Sit on the edge of the bed for a minute or so before standing. Watch out for the wires and tubes that may be around your bed. Try to keep the things you need within easy reach. Only take medicines given to you by nurses. Don’t take medicine you brought from home without your doctor’s permission. Hold on to grab bars for support when getting in and out of the bathtub or shower and when using the toilet. After You Leave the Hospital Older people may have health problems that make it hard for them to live on their own after they leave the hospital. In some hospitals and rehabilitation facilities, a team that includes a doctor, nurse, and social worker takes care of the special needs of older patients. This team also may include other specialists and therapists. The team performs a careful exam, called a geriatric assessment, to learn about the patient’s physical and mental health, family life, income, living arrangements, access to community services, and ability to perform daily tasks. The team checks for health problems and makes a plan to help older patients get the health care and social services they need after they go home. For Family and Caregivers A hospital stay can be very hard for older people. Often, the strange routine and lack of sleep can cause confusion. Family and caregivers may be the first to notice these changes. Families should talk to a doctor if they see the patient is confused. Ask Questions During your hospital stay, you may have questions about what’s happening. Keep a pad and pen by your hospital bed to write down questions you want to ask your doctor or nurse. For example: What will this test tell me? Why is it needed, and when will I know the results? What treatment is needed, and how long will it last? What are the benefits and risks of treatment? When can I go home? When I go home, will I have to change my regular activities or my diet? How often will I need checkups? Is any other follow-up needed? Who should I call if I have other questions?
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Being able to continue to function is key to maintaining or regaining independence and quality of life, particularly after an illness or injury. Starting rehabilitation early can help you maintain function and increase your chances of returning to your previous level of function as much as possible. In restorative rehabilitation, the goal is to restore a function that you have lost. It is often funded by Medicare or other payers. Examples include short-term rehabilitation that usually follows a stroke or a hip fracture. In maintenance rehabilitation, the goal is to maintain and strengthen a function. Maintenance rehabilitation is less intense, with physical therapy or occupational therapy continued three times a week as an outpatient. With longer-term therapy, possibly more function can be gained or more functional loss can be prevented.
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Commitment is important not only for the person who has lost some function, but also for family members Who Benefits from Rehabilitation? When evaluating a disability, your health care provider will focus on understanding how the loss of function developed and progressed over time. Other vital factors in predicting whether function can be regained are how severe the loss of function is, what caused it, and the potential for recovery. The level of function you had before a disability is an important consideration in the level of function you can expect to regain after rehabilitation. For example, if a healthy older person who walks without a cane falls and fractures a hip, he or she will likely be able to walk again after several months of a rehabilitation program. However, the same goal is not as realistic for someone of the same age who was already having a hard time walking (possibly due to arthritis or bad circulation) before suffering a hip fracture. If a person has additional medical conditions, such as heart, lung, or joint diseases, his or her participation in an intense rehabilitation program may be limited. However, many people can still improve their ability to exercise gradually even if they have moderate to severe heart and lung disease. Another important factor in successful rehabilitation is commitment to an ongoing program. Commitment is important not only for the person who has lost some function, but also for family members (or other caregivers) when he or she returns home after the rehabilitation program. What the older adult and his or her family expects and prefers should also be considered, because rehabilitation programs usually require everyone’s participation. Another reason why everyone should be involved in the decision-making process is because many disabilities of older adults are chronic (eg, arthritis, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease). For older adults to be able to best control their chronic diseases, they should understand the disease or injury, feel confident that they understand and can perform the activities needed to manage their disease and prevent new problems, and be able to monitor their disease status as much as possible. The type of disability and how severe it is, as well as what the person actually needs to do at home as well as what others can do for the person are important considerations in the decision of whether a person can safely return home after rehabilitation. People living at home should, at the very least, be able to move safely from a bed to a chair, and from walking or a wheelchair to the toilet. For people who have difficulty thinking things through or who have problems Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities with vision, 24-hour supervision may be necessary. Often, the critical factor for discharge from a rehabilitation unit is whether 24-hour support is available at home for those who need it.
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questions and answers What are some signs that your hearing may be declining? Most people start to notice that they can hear other’s speaking, but that they cannot understand what they are saying. This is common complaint of people who slowly lose their hearing due to the aging process. Another strong sign is that family members and friends have noticed your hearing loss and are forced to repeat themselves so that you understand what they are saying. How has technology improved over the last 15 years regarding hearing aids? Hearing aid technology has increased significantly over the last 15 years. The overwhelming majority of hearing aids fit today are digitally programmable. Digitally programmable hearing aids allow audiologists to make more precise fittings to match individual hearing losses and sound quality desires from patients. Also, the hearing aids can be re-programmed to fit your hearing loss if you continue to lose more hearing in the future. Today’s hearing aids offer automatic volume control’s and features that allow better speech and noise management. Some hearing aids communicate with each other while the patient is wearing them to allow for automatic volume and noise management in each ear at the same time. Today’s technology now has some hearing aids that use rechargeable batteries, remote controls, and direct Bluetooth connections to telephones, TV’s and other electronic devices. Are all hearing aids sold by licensed audiologists? No. Audiologists are the most highly skilled and trained professionals to manage and treat hearing loss. New audiologists are now required to hold a Doctorate of Audiology degree to be licensed to practice. I strongly recommend that people seek an Audiologists’ opinion before purchasing a hearing aid. Audiologists are trained to identify certain auditory conditions and refer to physicians for medical intervention before hearing aids are fit. Hearing aids are also sold by hearing aid dispensers. The level of training for Audiologists vs hearing aid dispensers is significantly different. Many hearing aid franchise establishments employ hearing aid dispensers instead of Audiologists. What is the price range of a hearing aid package? Common price ranges are from $1000.00 to 3,000.00 per hearing aid. I caution people not to shop for hearing aids based solely on price. The most expensive hearing aid on the market, fit on the wrong hearing loss or fit incorrectly, will produce poor results. On the other hand, someone with an active lifestyle will need the correct hearing aid technology to match that lifestyle and hearing loss. If it is not met correctly, the hearing aid will not be able to keep up with the patients listening lifestyle and the results will be poor. It is important to match the level of hearing aid technology to the patient’s hearing loss AND lifestyle. My suggestion is to get a complete audiological evaluation and hearing aid consultation. A hearing screening is NOT the same as a complete audiological evaluation. Don’t be fooled by advertisements that offer a “free hearing screening”. How long do hearing aids last? The general life of most hearing instruments is commonly 5-7 years. I do see patients with 8 -10 year old hearing aids that are functioning very well. All things considered, hearing aids are very small and have a tremendous amount of technology placed into a tiny area. They are used every day, all day, by most patients. If you take good care of your hearing aids, you will get the maximum amount of life from them. This article was written by Dr. Douglas Kloss, Audiologist at Midwest Audiology Center, LLC, 4818 S. 76th St. Suite 3, Greenfield, WI 53220. (414) 281-8300. midwestaudiology.net 30 MHL OCTOBER 2013
WINTER’S COMING Get Into A Routine Now Winter is not my favorite time of the year. I usually hibernate, taking to my house, and not emerging into the world of fitness until spring. As a younger senior, my doctor has been stressing the importance of working out all year round. At any age, exercise is beneficial to your mental, physical and emotional health. This year, however, I’m determined to do things differently. This year I’m going to get into the habit NOW! Unlike past years I intend to spend this holiday season feeling good and warding off the winter blues. For years we’ve heard how exercise improves our physical health by preventing bone loss, improving cardiac health and other aging-related illnesses, but it also benefits us in other ways. For example, you make better eating choices when you’re working out, making it easier to pass on that second piece of pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving. It also ramps up the body’s production of endorphins. This chemical is nature’s mood booster. For those individuals who are affected by seasonal affective disorder (SAD), exercise is a great way to help prevent it from returning this year. To help you get started on your path to fitness, below are some ideas that might just motivate you, no matter your age! No gym membership, no problem You don’t need a gym membership to exercise anymore. Contact your local senior center to see if they offer fitness classes. Most of them offer programming for all different ages and fitness levels. Another option is to find out if your local mall has a mall walk program. If you don’t want to leave the house, there are videos you can buy or rent. Some great ones include: • Leslie Sansone – Walk Away the Pounds. Available in a one, two or three mile tape, you can walk in the comfort of your own home. For older seniors, Leslie’s created Leslie Sansone for Seniors. This 33 minute exercise program is ideal for seniors age 70 plus. • Core Rhythms™ – Dancing with the Stars has captured America’s attention. We’ve seen people (celebrities) bodies transformed during the show. Just look at Marie Osmond. If you want a dancer’s body, consider Core Rhythms™. Developed by two former Latin dance champions you’ll dance your way into better shape.
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By Arlene Becker Yoga is one of the best exercise disciplines that you can do for your body. It’s excellent fitness for all ages, but it’s especially important for us as we get older. Yoga helps us to lubricate creaking joints, aides in the flexibility to continue with the same tasks we did when we were much younger. As we age, things like moving, lifting, getting up from a chair, and even getting out of bed, may become a challenge for many of us. “Oh my aching body” is often heard as you groan in doing something that was a snap when you were in your twenties and thirties, or even early forties. Yoga is one of the disciplines that can help mitigate the aging of your body. It may even be de rigueur as part of your fitness routine. However, yoga might be difficult for some people. Along with the variety of yoga classes proliferating the greater Milwaukee area, there is a yoga that is geared for those who are more mature, for the Boomer generation, and older, it’s Yoga for Seniors. Yoga for Seniors, taught by Sandy Byrne at Elite Sports Club’s River Glen location, is geared in every way for the Boomer generation. Byrne is a certified Senior and Hatha Yoga instructor, and Pilates Mat instructor. Byrne said that generally Senior Yoga is for those 55 and over, who want to work on overall health and fitness, such as strength, flexibility, balance, and range of motion. The biggest difference between regular Yoga and Senior Yoga is that movements are done more slowly, modified for greater ease and stability, through a shortened range of motion. Byrne cited many examples of people, even in their eighties, who’ve been helped by participating in Senior Yoga. She recalled, “I’ve heard from many in my class, and in my private sessions, that they’ve improved their balance, relieved the pain of arthritic joints, and improved the so called ‘dowager’s hump.’” The Yoga for Seniors instructor’s manual, ‘YogaFit,’ enumerates at length the many benefits of Yoga for Seniors. Among the benefits are: the improvement of posture, range of motion, and strength; as well as mental clarity and function; restoring joint mobility and flexibility; strengthens lung and respiratory health; decreasing back pain; and surprisingly, even can improve foot health. Most importantly “Yoga can arrest, and may even reverse the deteriorating process that comes with aging.” Byrne explained how her Yoga for Seniors class is conducted. “We begin a longer warm up phase by doing simple seated exercises as I scan participants’ quality of movement. Though I am teaching a class, I treat every person as an individual, seeing what each is capable of at each juncture of the class.” “Then we transition from sitting, to standing, to do our ‘modern dance’ inspired leg swings. From here we move on toward larger full body movements, which may include marching in place, or a modified Yoga Sun Salutation.” Byrne emphasized, “a good teacher pays attention to each of her students and what’s going on with their bodies. Each class is based partially on what my students tell me and I design the class with their input in mind.” YOGA>>page 33
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YOU’VE JUST STEPPED INTO …
The Retirement Zone
By Karyl Richson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI You are about to enter another dimension. A dimension not only of work and earnings, but of pension and leisure. A journey into a wondrous land of imagination. You unlock this door with Social Security’s Retirement Estimator and online benefit application. Next stop … the retirement zone. That’s not exactly sticking to the original script, but some television viewers may be hearing the voice of Rod Serling ringing in their heads right now. The Twilight Zone television program first aired in 1959 and ran for five seasons — and continues to live on in reruns. The series took viewers through amazing journeys with each episode featuring characters who faced unusual or extraordinary circumstances. If you’re nearing retirement now, it may seem an extraordinary circumstance that these days you really can do it all from the comfort of your home or office computer. Amazing but true: you can do so much online, including getting an estimate of future benefits, testing out different retirement scenarios, completing and submitting your retirement application online, and much more! Picture a man. A man sitting at his home computer. He isn’t sure whether he should apply now, wait until he reaches full retirement age, or work a little longer and begin receiving benefits at age 70. He’s about to find out … with a visit to the Retirement Estimator. The Estimator uses his past earnings and allows him to enter variable future earnings and retirement dates to complete the picture of a retirement he’d like to live. Imagine a woman. A woman with a laptop enjoying a hot cup of java at her favorite coffee house. She’s done with planning and has decided it’s time to take the plunge and retire. Before going to a local Social Security office as her parents and older siblings did, she visits www.socialsecurity.gov and discovers she can complete the entire application online and submit it in about 15 minutes. As in most cases, there are no papers to sign and no documents to provide. She ventures from www. socialsecurity.gov to an audio book and closes her eyes to begin enjoying her retirement. Back when The Twilight Zone first hit television screens, the idea of testing out retirement scenarios or even completing and submitting a retirement application online would have been science fiction fodder fit for an episode of the program. Today, it is reality. Try it out for yourself. Visit www.socialsecurity.gov and take a visit into … the retirement zone.
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YOGA<<page 32 She spoke of some of the other Yoga moves made in the class to help her senior participants. “Rolling our shoulders back and down, and lifting our chests is energizing. The classic Yoga movement ‘Downward Facing Dog’ is weight bearing and helps to build bone.” Byrne concluded with some very positive news for seniors. “I have found that if people participate in Yoga for Seniors for as few as three sessions most people will achieve positive benefits in this time. Obviously even longer is better, and to achieve the best and lasting results, it should be a definite lifetime part of your fitness regimen. The good news is that you can begin Senior Yoga at any time and at any level of fitness. It’s never too late to improve the health of the body.” To sign up for the Yoga For Seniors program, for either classes or individual instruction, call Byrne at “Elite Sports Club-River Glen.” 414-352-4900.
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You’ve decided your home may be too large, too costly to maintain, too difficult to maintain, too unsafe without expensive safety features to meet your needs, too far from transportation, or too far away from shopping centers and medical offices. Your home has become an inconvenience and now you’ve decided to buy or rent a smaller home or apartment. It’s a challenge to make the move to a new place after all the years you’ve spent creating and taking care of your current home. If you own your home and plan to sell you need to consider how your life and financial status has changed. Your current home is an asset, find out how much it’s worth. Talk to your realtor about a Competitive Market Analysis so you can estimate a selling price. If you are renting and you need some advice on your move you can always find a moving coordinator to help you make the transition. Of course, many people simply choose to rely on family and trusted friends to help them make a move. You’ve spent your life helping them out, now it’s their turn to help you. We’ve put together some moving tips that should make your move easier. Decide where you want to live. Seems pretty simple, but consider many things. Would you like to be close to family, friends, shopping centers, healthcare facilities? Will you need to use transportation other than your car? Will you have access to recreational activities? Do you want to climb flights of stairs? Do you want maintenance-free living? Is it secure and safe? Do you need assistance with daily activities? Can you keep your pet? Research new home alternatives long before you make your move. Spend time in the area where you plan to move and get answers to all your questions. Clear out the old. Whether you are moving to a smaller home, apartment, or senior residence you need to downsize your possessions. Sort through your belongings and keep what you absolutely need. Go to the least used rooms and areas first. Sort only a few hours at a time to avoid being overwhelmed. At this time you should create a floor plan of your new living space showing each room and the placement of each piece of furniture. Take measurements of each room. Make a note of doors, windows, outlets. Take measurements of your furniture. Give the remaining items to family and/or friends. Think about having an estate sale, a tag sale or donating belongings to charities (many charities will pick up the items at your home). Keep in mind space limitations. Let family members know what you plan on taking with you. Make a schedule of the times when you expect to have family members, friends, or charities pick up the items. Clearly label all items, use colored stickers to mark what will or will not go to your new home. This will help you remember what goes where when you begin packing. Get your house ready to sell. If you plan on selling your home it’s time to make minor repairs and note major repairs which you should report to your realtor. Small repairs make the home look well cared for and usually cost little time and money. These details make a difference in how the buyer views the home. Itemize cosmetic changes such as fresh paint or new carpets. The home looks ready to move into. Be sure to keep up
On moving day have your family or friends help out even if you have hired professional movers, you may need to put them in charge if you find you need to take a rest from all the activity. the exterior maintenance of your home. Remove interior clutter. All of these tips create a favorable impression on a buyer. Renters make sure your apartment is clean and contact your apartment manager to discuss what time your apartment will be shown. Pack it up. Packing should be easy for you and your family or professional movers if you’ve already labeled and sorted your belongings. If you are doing the move yourself be sure to have enough boxes, packing materials, and tape. Do not wait until the last minute to decide whether or not to keep an item. Make all decisions about the belongings you intend to keep long before packing day arrives. Try to do packing a day or two before you move if you are doing it yourself. Of course if you hire professional movers, let them do the packing for you. It will be less stressful on you and will guarantee that the moving company insures the contents of the boxes in case of damage. Also keep in mind that if the move takes longer because you are disorganized, the movers may charge more. Label each box with the room where it will be placed and list a few of the items contained. You can even photograph your belongings so you have a record of their condition before the move. Take special care of your smaller valuables. You’ll want to keep them separate from the other boxes. Carry them on your person, or place them with your personal items. You may even want to place them in a safe deposit box during the move. If you choose a professional mover be sure to consult two or three reputable companies and always get a written estimate. If you label all the belongings that are to be moved this will help you to receive consistent bids from potential movers. Once you decide on a mover you should sign a contract showing a specific price. Be sure to understand the amount of insurance that is provided by the mover before you sign a contract. If you have access to the internet or a library try to research what the law requires of moving companies. You’ll be better prepared to ask the right questions. You can even hire a Senior Move Manager or a Moving Coordinator to take care of all the moving details for you. This person can handle your move from assessing your belongings to decorating your new home. The National Association of Senior Move Managers has guidelines for many of these professionals. If you find the thought of a move overwhelming you may want to consider contacting a Mover Manager. Notify your service companies. Contact your utility companies and let them know what day you plan to move. Fill out change of address forms for the post office seven to ten days before moving day. Make sure you have phone service at your current home and new home on moving day. Have the name of the contact of your new apartment or senior residence ahead of time. Know the name of the person you need to contact if a situation comes up on moving day. Some residences will have you reserve a freight elevator. Make sure you know the time of the reservation. If the residence has a dining room, be sure to schedule your move around the meal times. Call on help. On moving day have your family or friends help out even if you have hired professional movers, you may need to put them in charge if you find you need to take a rest from all the activity. Be sure to give the movers the floor plan with furniture placement. This will prevent confusion at your new home. Have an overnight bag packed a few days in advance of the move. This bag should have all your medications, checkbook, traveler’s checks if you are moving a distance or cash, keys, phone numbers, address book, jewelry, toiletries, night clothes, day clothes and anything important you need to have close to hand on moving day. It also doesn’t hurt to keep a few snacks and drinks handy. Keep this bag close to you and away from movers so not to have it accidentally placed with your other belongings. Have pets transported safely to your new home. If you are moving a distance make sure family and friends have a copy of the route and schedule including all stops you will be making. Check all drawers, cabinets, shelves, attic and garage to be sure they are empty. Settle in. When you get to your new home try to unpack as much as possible the first day. This will make you feel more comfortable. Check to see if the telephone is working, if you have electricity, check appliances. Ask the mailman for mail that might have been held for your arrival, notify everyone of your new change of address, make note of old mail that is still addressed to your former home. Have your new address recorded on your driver’s license, contact city offices for voter registration, register your car/license plates if moving to another state, make arrangements for local doctors, dentist, and veterinarian. Get a list of important local phone numbers and call for a local phonebook if you don’t already have one. And finally, introduce yourself to your new neighbors. OCTOBER 2013 MHL 35
This Halloween
DON’T BE SPOOKED BY THE INTERNET By Karyl Richson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI Don’t look now, but it’s Halloween! Halloween is time for kids of all ages to dress up in costumes and go trick-or-treating. But it is also a time of visiting haunted houses and watching those scary horror films. Think of the movies that frightened you the most, and they usually have an element of fear of the unknown. Doing business online may also needlessly frighten people. When it comes to Social Security, however, there is nothing to be spooked about. We take all the fear out of doing business online. There are a number of things you can do online at www.socialsecurity.gov, and none of them should send so much as a shiver down your spine. Save yourself a trip to a Social Security office and transact your business from the comfort of your home. No need to be afraid to go online; it’s so easy and safe to do business at www. socialsecurity.gov. Here are just a few of Social Security’s online services you can easily access from the convenience of your home or office computer: • Apply for retirement, disability, or Medicare benefits; • Find out what benefits you might be eligible to receive; • Setup a my Social Security account so you can access and update your in formation anytime; • Apply for Extra Help with your Medicare prescription drug costs; • Estimate your future benefits; • Appeal an unfavorable decision on a disability claim; • Change your address; and • Report employee wages. For a complete list of our online services, visit www.socialsecurity.gov/onlineservices. You also can find forms, publications, answers to frequently asked questions, Social Security news, and much more at www.socialsecurity.gov. You’ll find our online services are frighteningly easy to use. Save your fears for the monsters on television or the costumed creatures knocking at your door. Don’t be afraid to visit www.socialsecurity.gov. 36 MHL OCTOBER 2013
Can you reduce the risk of alzheimer’s? RESEARCH SHOWS THERE ARE STEPS THAT MAY HELP By Patrick Massey, MD, PhD Can you reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease with only minor lifestyle changes? The answer is yes, but you probably need to start now, well before any symptoms of Alzheimer’s are present. Alzheimer’s disease affects patients and families profoundly. With America “growing older”, it has been estimated that by 2020, 20 to 25 percent of those over age 85 will be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. The direct medical costs will be measured in the hundreds of millions of dollars every year. The personal costs to the patients and families will be incalculable. Obviously, preventing Alzheimer’s disease is better than treating the symptoms. Unfortunately, there are no drugs that specifically can prevent Alzheimer’s. However, research points to some steps you can take. For instance, there is some evidence that people who regularly use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications - such as aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen - might have a lower risk of developing the disease. We know that there might be a relationship between the risk of developing Alzheimer’s and what we eat. In laboratory studies, rats whose diet was rich in docosahexanoic acid did significantly better with learning than those with normal diets. Docosahexanoic acid comprises between 20 and 25 percent of the fats found in nerve membranes. Humans cannot make docosahexanoic acid from scratch. We must get it in our diets. The best source of docosahexanoic acid is fish oil, with a dose of 1,000 mg per day commonly recommended. Consumption of basic antioxidants might also reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s. There are those who believe megadoses of antioxidants can prevent everything from arthritis to cancer and can help you live to be 100. The science supporting that zealous approach is weak. However, there is good evidence that modestly increasing antioxidant levels might enhance health and prevent many diseases including Alzheimer’s. In a recent study in the Archives of Neurology, reasonable daily consumption of vitamin C and E as supplements significantly reduced the risk of developing Alzheimer’s. Interestingly, taking either vitamin E or vitamin C alone, a multivitamin alone or a vitamin B complex alone did not reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s. It required both vitamins E and C. The usual dose of vitamin E is 400 IU per day, and 500 to 1,000 mg of vitamin C should be taken per day. Continued learning, throughout life, is associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s. For example, taking a college class, learning a new language or playing an instrument all can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s. Exercise also reduces the risk of most diseases, but it needs to be done on a regular basis. Walking, biking, tai chi and yoga are examples of non-strenuous exercise with significant health benefits. I am not sure a safe and effective vaccine against Alzheimer’s ever will be developed. Yet, I am sure that simple lifestyle changes can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s and improve health. • Patrick B. Massey, M.D., Ph.D., is medical director for alternative and complementary medicine for Alexian Brothers Hospital Network. His Web site is www.altmed. 38 MHL OCTOBER 2013
TIPS ON A QUICKER Home SALE Selling ones home is a stressful and frustrating process. With the economy being down, houses that once sold in 30-60 days are now taking up to a year to sell. This is a hard transition for people to grasp. Most owners selling their home have a problems accepting the hard market. Being prepared is absolutely key to a quicker home sale.
For most people they begin the process with getting their home ready for sale by cleaning and declutting their home. But what next? Selling your home has to be strategic. Getting an experieced agent can be the key to faster home sell. An agent can help you prepare, market, and sell your home. They can offer a variable commission structure giving you an economical way to sell your home while still providing full service. A real estate agent can help you with selling your home. They first will go over the selling process with you, and perform comparative market analysis. They will go over how to price your home competively. A marketing strategy is key, so make sure your agent explains their marketing strategy. It is important to keep communication with your agent open. Your agent will present a purchase agreement. This is an important part of the pro-
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cess, one you should pay close attention to details to ensure the transaction proceeds smoothly. When pricing your home agents are trained to get the highest price possible. They research the current market to see what the hightest reasonable price is. Here is a few hints on setting the right price: Often, your home’s value depends on recent selling prices of comparable homes in your area. After reviewing the selling prices for such homes, the price is adjusted according to current market trends. Buyers often look in the price range determined by their monthly ability and down payment. Buyers are often very knowledgeable in their price range and often purchase by comparison. Unreasonable asking prices are an immediate turn-off. It’s necessary to offer competitive pricing, terms, and conditions in your area. This will help you sell faster and get the full market value. You can complete our online form to get a feel for your home’s market value. When it comes to marketing your home an online presence is key. Online marketing system allows you to make information accessible 24-hours a day, and to respond immediately and directly to each and every prospective buyer. Your agents website gives prospective buyers information immediately about your home. A neighborhood presence can bring potential buyers. When you list with an agent a yard sign should go up right away...not a few days later, letting your neighbors and drive-by traffic know you are selling. You should also provide home information sheets which can be placed on the sign post for potential Buyers to take. Another form of advertising used is print ads. Most likely your home should be advertised in the Milwaukee Journal/Sentinel letting readers know it is a new listing. Ads will also be placed to promote a scheduled open house. In this market, being prepared and aggressive is absolutely key to selling your home. For more information on selling your home or to meet with an agent please contact Troy Miller at Total Realty at 414-3333723 or email troymiller@totalrealty.com. You can also check us out on the web www. totalrealty.com
Flu
GET THE SHOT
Each winter, millions of people suffer from seasonal flu. Flu—the short name for influenza—is caused by viruses. Viruses are very small germs. Some viruses can spread easily from one person to another. They cause illnesses or infections like the flu.
Flu is a mild illness for some people. For older people, especially those who have health problems like diabetes or heart disease, the flu can be very serious, even lifethreatening. How Serious Is Flu? Most people who get the flu feel much better in a week or two. But, some people can get very sick. For example, because your body is busy fighting off the flu, you might pick up a second infection. Older people are at great risk of these secondary infections, such as pneumonia. How Does Flu Spread? It was mid-November, and Ellen had not gotten a flu shot. One day she was out having lunch with a friend and noticed people sneezing and coughing at the next table. Two days later, Ellen woke up feeling achy and had a fever. She had the flu. Her husband Jack took care of her and was careful to wash his hands after touching Ellen’s dishes. But, a few days later he too was sick. Maybe he used the phone just after Ellen finished talking with their son. Or maybe he touched a doorknob Ellen used after sneezing. Flu spreads easily from one person to another. The flu is contagious—that means it spreads from person to person, often through the air. You can pass on the infection before you feel sick. You are contagious for final 1/2 pg bridgeway healthwise ad_Layout 1 3/23/12 11:18 AM Page 1
several days after you get sick. You can catch the flu when someone near you coughs or sneezes. Or if you touch something the virus is on, like Ellen and Jack’s phone or doorknob, and then touch your nose or mouth, you could catch the flu. The flu virus can live on a surface like a book or doorknob for a number of hours. Remember to wash your hands often when you are around someone who is sick. Make a point of washing them before eating and touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you can, stay away from sick people. That will help stop the flu from spreading. Is It the Flu or a Cold? It’s easy to confuse a common cold with seasonal flu. A cold is milder than the flu, but since the flu can make older people very sick, you should know the difference. That way you will know when to call the doctor, who might want to give you a prescription for medicines that can help you get over the flu. People with the flu can have fever, chills, dry cough, general aches and pains, and a headache. They feel very tired. Sore throat, sneezing, stuffy nose, or stomach problems are less common. What some people call “stomach flu” is not influenza. Can Flu Be Prevented? Getting a flu shot every year can help you stay healthy. A flu shot contains the flu FLU>>page 423
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Estrogen Therapy Has No Long-term Effect On Cognition In Younger Postmenopausal Women
NIH-funded study finds neither benefit nor risk to cognitive function years after treatment A randomized clinical trial of estrogen therapy in younger postmenopausal women, aged 50–55, has found no long-term risk or benefit to cognitive function. The National Institutes of Health-supported study, reported in JAMA Internal Medicine on June 24, 2013, looked at women taking conjugated equine estrogens, the most common type of postmenopausal hormone therapy in the United States. The earlier Women’s Health Initiative Memory Study (WHIMS) linked the same type of hormone therapy to cognitive decline and dementia in older postmenopausal women. The new findings come from the Women’s Health Initiative Memory Study of Younger Women (WHIMSY) trial and were reported by Mark A. Espeland, Ph.D., Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, N.C., on behalf of the academic research centers involved in the study. The study was funded primarily by the National Institute on Aging (NIA), along with the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), both components of the NIH. “The WHIMS study found that estrogen-based postmenopausal hormone therapy produced deficits in cognitive function and increased risk for dementia when prescribed to women 65 and older,” said NIA Director Richard J. Hodes, M.D. “Researchers leading the WHIMSY study wanted to expand on those results by exploring the possibility of a window of opportunity whereby hormone therapy might promote or preserve brain health when given to younger women.” “In contrast to findings in older postmenopausal women, this study tells women that taking these types of estrogen-based hormone therapies for a relatively short period of time in their early postmenopausal years may not put them at increased risk for cognitive decline over the long term,” said Susan Resnick, Ph.D., chief of the Laboratory of Behavioral Neuroscience, in NIA’s Intramural Research Program and a co-author of the study. “Further, it is important to note that we did not find any cognitive benefit after long-term follow-up.” Neither WHIMSY nor WHIMS was designed to assess the reasons that hormone treatments had different effects on cognition in older and younger postmenopausal women. WHIMSY is an extension of WHIMS, which was conducted as part of the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI). WHI enrollment took place from 1993–1998 at 40 academic research centers. Participants were randomized to one of two groups: women who had had a hysterectomy received conjugated equine estrogens alone; women with a uterus received estrogens plus a synthetic progestin (medroxyprogesterone acetate). There were companion control groups which received placebos. WHIMSY enrolled 1,326 women who started WHI treatment when they were between 50 and 55 and continued it for an average of seven years. The women were approached to participate in a telephone assessment of cognition an average of seven years after that. Phone interviews on cognitive function were conducted with 1,168 women. The primary outcome was global cognitive function, which includes measures of memory, problem-solving skills and other cognitive abilities. The researchers also measured specific cognitive functions—verbal memory, attention, executive function, verbal fluency and working memory. The first cognitive assessment was performed when participants’ average age was 67.2 years and the second at an average age of 68.1 years. The researchers found no meaningful difference in the average global cognitive function scores between women who had been assigned to hormone therapy vs. placebo. This finding applied to women regardless of whether their treatment included the synthetic progestin. The WHIMSY research team will continue to follow the women in the study with annual telephone interviews to learn whether previous hormone therapy has longer term effects on how cognitive function changes over time. Women considering hormone therapy should consult their physician about how best to treat or prevent menopause symptoms or diseases for which they are at risk. WOMAN>>page 43 42 MHL OCTOBER 2013
FLU<<page 41 vaccine, which could keep you from getting the flu. Medicare will pay for the shot, and so will many private health insurance plans. You can get a flu shot at your doctor’s office or from your local health department. Sometimes grocery or drug stores offer flu shots. The vaccine is the same wherever you receive it. A flu shot won’t keep everyone healthy. But, getting the flu shot every year can mean that if you do get the flu, you might have only a mild case. Who Should Get a Flu Shot? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, part of the Federal Government, says that people age 50 and older should get a flu shot every year. Anyone who lives with or takes care of people age 50 or older should also have a flu shot every year. When Should I Get My Flu Shot? Most people get the flu between November and April. That’s why that time is called the flu season. It takes at least 2 weeks for your shot to start working, so try to get your flu shot in October or early November. Don’t worry if you can’t get your flu shot before the flu season starts. The shot can help keep you healthy no matter when you get it. Why Do You Need a Flu Shot Every Year? You need a flu shot every year for two reasons. First, flu viruses change. Each year’s virus may be just a little different. If the virus changes, the vaccine used in the flu shot is changed. Second, the protection you get from a flu shot lessens with time, especially in older people. So, you should get the shot every fall to do your best to stay protected from the flu. Are There Side Effects? Most people have no problem with a flu shot. In fact, for most people, the flu is far more dangerous than the flu shot. When you get the flu shot, your arm might be sore, red, or a bit swollen. These side effects may start shortly after getting the shot and can last up to 2 days. They should not get in the way of your daily activities. A few people do have a headache or a low-grade fever for about a day after they get the shot. The flu shot cannot cause you to get the flu. If you are allergic to eggs, you should not get the flu shot. Because eggs are used to make the flu vaccine, people who are allergic to eggs could have a serious reaction to the shot. What Can I Do if I Get the Flu? If you get the flu, there are things you can do to feel better. First, call your doctor to see if there are medicines that can help. Remind him or her if you are taking drugs to fight cancer or other medicines that make it hard for your body to fight illness. There are prescription drugs, called antivirals, that are used to treat people with the flu. If you take them within 48 hours after the flu begins, these drugs can make you feel better more quickly. Antibiotics do not help you get over the flu. They are sometimes prescribed to help you get over a secondary infection if it is caused by bacteria. Bacteria are a different type of germ than viruses. Antivirals can also be used to prevent flu. If you hear that there is a flu outbreak in your area, check with your doctor. He or she could prescribe an antiviral that might protect you. Prevention is key. The first choice for preventing the flu is a flu shot. If you are sick, try to rest in bed and drink plenty of fluids, like juice and water but not alcohol. Medicine such as aspirin or acetaminophen can bring down your fever, which might help with the aches and pains. It is important not to smoke if you are sick with the flu. It is a respiratory illness that can infect your lungs, as well as your nasal passages. These same areas are also bothered by smoking. Take it easy as much as you can until you are well. - See more at: http://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/flu#sthash.tPz3ZpRh. dpuf WOMAN<<page 42 In addition to NIH support for the study, the hormone therapy used in the WHI hormone trials was provided by Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories, now part of Pfizer, Inc. The NIA leads the federal government effort conducting and supporting research on aging and the health and well-being of older people. The Institute’s broad scientific program seeks to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. For more information on research, aging, and health, go to www.nia. nih.gov. Part of the NIH, the NHLBI plans, conducts, and supports research related to the causes, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of heart, blood vessel, lung, and blood diseases; and sleep disorders. The Institute also administers national health education campaigns on women and heart disease, healthy weight for children, and other topics. NHLBI press releases and other materials are available online at http://www. nhlbi.nih.gov. About the National Institutes of Health (NIH): NIH, the nation’s medical research agency, includes 27 Institutes and Centers and is a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH is the primary federal agency conducting and supporting basic, clinical, and translational medical research, and is investigating the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit www.nih.gov.
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Retirement communities foster an environment that allows seniors to be socially engaged and active which promotes health and wellness in mind, body and spirit. By Kate Schmidtkunz RN, BSN Positive attitudes and a healthy outlook on life are vital to our physical, emotional and social well-being. Understanding our attitudes are important because it affects who we are and how we respond to life’s’ situations. A positive attitude helps you meet and accept the challenges of life. The opportunity for growth and a better understanding of ourselves is possible with the right attitude. Healthy self esteem includes developing our strengths and overcoming weaknesses, striving to do our best, and setting realistic goals. Finding satisfaction in life, establishing and maintaining strong, healthy relationships and having self confidence allows us to meet the challenges of the day. Remaining positive and healthy involves living a healthy lifestyle which includes, regular activity and exercise, eating a well balanced diet, getting plenty of rest and using prescription medications as intended and instructed. A positive attitude and a healthy outlook can be developed and maintained with time and effort. Considering moving into a retirement facility? Besides the convenience of community living, your health may improve. Much has been written about the effect of a positive attitude to one’s general well-being. There are many reasons to be positive in a retirement community. Retirement communities foster an environment that allows seniors to be socially engaged and active which promotes health and wellness in mind, body and spirit. A resident of an independent retirement community shared the positive benefits he experienced: “When I moved to a retirement community I was not walking well and was unable to do laundry and lots of similar things due to a small stroke. Three and a half years later my doctors have told me I am doing very well. I contribute my great health to several things. First, I now enjoy meals not only because the food is so good, but also because the dining room is a cheerful place to be and the wait staff makes it a pleasure to come down to meals. I also eat with interesting and welcoming people. Second, I am never bored. There are a great number of presentations, both informational and entertaining. I enjoy going to outings, theatre and restaurants.” What this resident experienced are a couple of the benefits of a retirement community. The benefit of a well balanced diet. Menus in retirement typically are low sodium, low fat and the offerings are rich in fiber, fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains. The benefits of intellectual stimulation and socialization impacted this resident’s life. Attending lectures and the performing arts, visiting with a diverse group of peers keep the mind sharp. Retirement communities provide a positive, healthy environment. Most communities offer exercise classes or a fitness center. Regular exercise for seniors increases joint flexibility, muscle strength, endurance and coordination to prevent falls and increase balance. Some retirement communities are integrated in a continuum of care, including rehabilitation, skilled nursing, assisted living and home health. Enjoy your life of health and happiness. For more information on the healthy benefits of community living please call Kate Schmidtkunz RN BSN, Wellness Coordinator at San Camillo. 414/259-4680 44 MHL OCTOBER 2013
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WHAT SERVICES ARE PROVIDED? Residents of assisted living facilities usually have their own units or apartments. In addition to having a support staff and providing meals, most assisted living facilities offer at least some of the following services: Health care management and monitoring Help with bathing, dressing, and eating Meals (some or all) Housekeeping and laundry Medication reminders and/or help with medications Recreational activities Security Transportation
HOW TO CHOOSE A FACILITY A good match between a facility and a resident’s needs depends as much on the philosophy and services of the assisted living facility as it does on the quality of care. The Administration on Aging, a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), offers these suggestions to help you get started in your search for a safe, comfortable, and appropriate assisted living facility: Think ahead. What will the resident’s future needs be and how will the facility meet those needs? Is the facility close to family and friends? Are there any shopping centers or other businesses nearby (within walking distance)? Does the facility have limits on admitting or allowing residents to remain if they have mental impairments or severe physical disabilities? Does the facility provide a written statement of its philosophy of care? Visit each facility more than once, sometimes unannounced. Visit at meal times, sample the food, and observe the quality of mealtime and the service. Observe interactions among residents and staff. Check to see if the facility offers social, recreational, and spiritual activities. Talk to residents. Learn what types of training staff receive and how frequently. Review state licensing reports.
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