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CONTENTS CALENDAR 12 February 2020

PUBLISHERS Christy & Terry Jaillet publisher@ourcitymedia.com

PUBLISHER’S PAGE 14 The Best Valentine’s Day Gift

MANAGING EDITOR Beverly Perkins

COMMUNITY NEWS 16 Run, Don’t Walk to the 11th Annual ANF Group Tour de Broward 21 Iconic Broadcaster to Receive American Icon Award

OFFICE MANAGER Gabriela Moscoso ART DIRECTOR Jacqueline Allard

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER Tom Rowe

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CHAMBER NEWS

30 Join Us in Welcoming The 2020 Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Board

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR 24 Broward County Schools to Commemorate MSD Victims with Day of Service

FEATURE STORY 19 The Smile Dental Center Always Gives Patients Something to Smile About

CAN DO KID 22 South Broward High School Student Takes Center Stage Backstage

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23 Crossword and Sudoku 33 Answer Key

28 Way to Go Hollywood! An Investment in Hollywood’s Future is Already at Work!

PHOTO OF THE MONTH 31 The World’s Favorite Magazine™

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MESSAGE FROM THE POLICE CHIEF 32 Do Not Wait Until You Are A Victim!

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2nd 16th Annual Groundhog Day Swim –The time-honored tradition will be celebrated on Hollywood Beach from 6:30-8:00am at Ocean Alley Restaurant and Beach Bar - 900 N. Broadwalk (at AIA & Indiana Street). The legendary Groundhog Swim will be at 7:30am. A $12 donation includes breakfast and a free souvenir t-shirt for swimmers.

Children of all ages are welcome. Live coverage from Punxsutawney, PA will also show the famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil. For more information please call Jeff Hansen at 954-929-9334 or hlwdcahoot@aol.com.

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least 8 years of age to participate and children must be accompanied by an adult. Please dress appropriately and wear sunscreen. This is a program of 5th Annual “Be Mine” Dog Show–Bring Tour de Broward – Join the 11th annual the Department of Public Works. Gloves your prized pooch, your human community fundraiser supporting and garbage bags will be provided friends and family for a Valentine’s the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. to all volunteers along with safety celebration full of fur-friendly fun at Everyone regardless of age, physical instructions - Charnow Park - 300 the Stan Goldman “Hollywoof” Dog ability, and level of fitness are welcome Garfield Street, Hollywood.

Park, 800 Knights Road, Hollywood to participate in the 50 & 100K bicycle from 9am to 1pm. Dogs will compete rides, 5K timed run and 3K walk.

Downtown Hollywood Artwalk/Mural in categories such as: Best Trick, Best Participants can pre-register in advance Tour – Visit galleries and shops in Look-A-Like, Most Obedient and more.– at www.tourdebroward.com or at the Downtown Hollywood while enjoying The free family event will have raffle park the day of the event. Activities art, cultural entertainment, live music, prizes, vendors and a silent auction begin at 7:00am at Miramar Regional a mural tour and more during ArtWalk with proceeds to benefit the Hollywood Park – 16801 Miramar Parkway, on the 3rd Saturday of every month Council of Civic Associations’ Pete Miramar. For more information, please from 5:00pm-10:00pm and mural tour Brewer Scholarship Fund for graduating visit the website or call 954-905-5633. at 6:00pm. Cost is FREE. For more Hollywood high school seniors. There is information, please call 954-924-2980. an entry fee of $5.00 per dog/per contest Global Meditation for World Peace and proof of current vaccinations is –Take some time out of your hectic life required. Donations, vendors and and meet up with others who want volunteers are still needed. To volunteer to meditate to bring peace, love and or for more information, please call care to the world. The group meets 954-662-3612. the third Sunday of each month in ArtsPark at Young Circle - 1 Young Circle, Hollywood from 6:00pm-7:30pm.

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7th Funtastic Friday –Enjoy family fun every Friday night with a DJ, face painter, games, bounce houses and more. Local 10 (WPLG) viewers recently ranked Funtastic Friday # 8 on their “Top Hollywood Historical Society 2020 10 Places to Take the Kids” in South Lecture Series – “The Story of Liberia, Florida list. – ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood – FREE admission – For more Its Role in Hollywood Florida’s History”, Speaker: Earl Garnet Beneby. Free and information call 954-921-3500. open to the public from 1:00 pm -3:00 CanadaFest – Come out to the pm at the Stirling Road Branch Library annual 3-day celebration (Friday, – 3151 Stirling Road, Hollywood. Authors 2/7- 7pm-9:30pm, Saturday, 2/8 will sign books and refreshments will - 10am-10pm, and Sunday, 2/9 be served. For more information, email 10am-6pm) and listen to the sounds hollywoodflhistory@att.net or call and taste the cuisine of the French954-923-5590.

Canadian culture as well shop vendors and meet other French Canadians at the largest French festival in the United States. ArtsPark, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. For more information, Valentine’s Day – Although February’s please call 954-922-1800. signature day is not a public holiday it is recognized as a significant cultural, religious, and commercial celebration representing love. Happy Valentine’s Day!

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Dream Car Classic –The Downtown Hollywood Dream Car Classic features dozens of classic cars, trucks and other vehicles of interest on the first Sunday of every month. Attendance is FREE. Vehicle registration is $20. To pre-register for the Dream Car Classic, email Joe Bevelacqua at jbevsr@msn. com and include your vehicle’s make and model. 10:00am - 3:00pm on Hollywood Boulevard between 19th & 20th Avenue Downtown Hollywood For more information, call 954-825-1027.

Burger Beast Food Trucks – Bring your appetite, your family and your friends to ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood every Monday 5:30-9:30pm. Over 20 trucks participate. For a weekly updated truck line-up visit www. foodtrucksatartspark.com

Hollywood Beach Sweep Clean Up – On the second Saturday of every month from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. volunteers meet and collect litter and cigarette butts from the beach. Volunteers must be at 12 FEBRUARY 2020 | OUR CITY | OURCITYMEDIA.COM

Free Arts! Family Days – The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood will offer interactive arts activities, expanding upon the current Free Admission Day program offered for contemporary visual arts exhibitions presented on the third Sunday of each month. For more information, please call 954-9213274 or visit artandculturecenter.org.

Gallery hours are noon - 4 pm on Free Arts! days. The Center is located at 1650 Harrison Street

Historic Curci House Tour– This Hallandale Beach treasure can be toured compliments of the Hallandale Beach Historic Preservation Board on the first Saturday of every month between 11am and 4pm. 324 SW 2nd Avenue, Hallandale Beach - FREE admission - Donations accepted - 954-457-1452.

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Throughout the month of February, local municipalities, fire departments, and other agencies and health care providers will be offering hands-only CPR classes. It consists of two simple steps – call 9-1-1 and then push hard and fast until help arrives.

Immediate CPR can double or triple a person’s chances of survival after cardiac arrest. Take the time to learn this lifesaving technique, because the life you save will likely be that of someone you know.

This is also the month to adopt a heart healthy lifestyle, if you haven’t already. That means eating nutrient-rich foods, exercising more (with at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week), and living a tobacco-free life.

So, this Valentine’s Day, show your loved ones how much you really care – take the time to learn or refresh your CPR skills and commit to living a heart-healthy life.

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Run, Don’t Walk to the 11th Annual ANF Group Tour de Broward

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f you’re a cyclist, a runner, and/or a walker take your passion one step or one mile further by spending your Sunday morning exercising with a community that has the same pastime. For a decade, members of an active community have been benefiting their health, while benefiting the health of the many children and families at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital (JDCH).

The 11th Annual ANF Group Tour de Broward will take place on February 23rd at Miramar Regional Park from 7:00 am-1:00 pm. The ANF Group sponsored event offers something for every age, physical ability, and level of fitness.

Participants can choose from a 50K or 100K bicycle rides, or a 5K timed run or 3K walk. There will also be the sports-themed “Power of Play Kid Zone” which will provide healthy, fun activities for children ages 13 and younger. Registration fees range from $15-$50 depending upon the event one signs up for and the sign-up date.

Last year, more than 7,000 participants came out and raised in excess of $800,000 for the region’s largest pediatric facility serving Broward, Palm Beach, and northern MiamiDade counties.

“Philanthropy is an important part of the growth of our hospital and Tour de Broward is a fun way for people of all ages and abilities to help ensure our kids continue to have access to next level pediatric healthcare,” said Caitlin Stella, MPH, CEO of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

Last year more than 7,500 participated raising more than $550,000, positively impacting more than 80,000 kids who required outpatient visits, surgery, admissions, and observation stays during the year. So far, in its ten-year history, the Tour de Broward has raised more than $4.4 million for pediatric healthcare in South Florida.

Pre-registration and day-of registration fees range from $15-$50, depending on the event and

sign-up date. Participants can register in advance at www.tourdebroward.com or at the park on the day of the event. For riders, there may be an additional fundraising commitment, although some exclusions apply. For those unable to participate on the day of the event, a virtual participation donation can be made online at tourdebroward.com.

Miramar Regional Park is located at 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. To learn more about Tour de Broward visit www.tourdebroward.com. For sponsorship opportunities, call (954) 265-7241.

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The Smile Dental Center Always Gives Patients Something to Smile About

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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he Smile Dental Center in to protect the well-being of each of some questions to learn Hollywood has been giving their valued patients. As a result, the more about his practice. patients something to smile office surpasses all Occupational What services do you offer about since the 1960s. Serving patients Safety and Health Administration your patients? of all ages and practicing all areas of (OSHA) and Center for Disease Control We provide our patients with dentistry are just a couple of reasons (CDC) standards. all of their dental needs, why this dental office is still going Being a part of Hollywood for so from traditional cleanings strong after so many decades. In 2010, long has made the dental center’s to performing procedures such as Dr. Armando Toral joined the practice focus on the community. Patients fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, to continue its legacy and tradition. are treated compassionately with the implants, extractions, bonding, inlays The state-of-the-art facility utmost of care, in a comforting and & onlays and treating TMJ (temporoboasts the highest quality dental friendly atmosphere. mandibular joint). care available. Their top priority is Dr. Armando Toral, DMD answered What areas do you specialize in?

We have a strong focus on cosmetic dentistry. However, we also practice orthodontics, endodontics, pediatrics and periodontics. We have Dr. Robert Weishoff DMD, our periodontist on staff, who is able to perform complex and advanced periodontal procedures.

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As if all of this isn’t already quite an achievement in a lifetime, the most accomplished broadcaster in the world can now include “Joe DiMaggio American Icon Award” winner to his illustrious resume.

Bob Costas will be recognized for all of that and more by the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation at the 2020 “Joe DiMaggio American Icon Award” on Friday, February 7th at the Signature Grand in Davie. The annual event benefits thousands of children and families with Icon Award” is given to those that represent the life-saving care provided every day at Joe DiMaggio highest values for Joe DiMaggio stood for and conChildren’s Hospital. tributions that have influenced American Society.

“Bob is one of the most respected broadcasters in Costas will join music legends and philanthropists history and among the best ever behind a microGloria and Emilio Estefan, major league baseball’s phone,” said Kevin Janser, senior vice president and Derek Jeter, NBA legends Pat Riley and Earvin chief development officer at Memorial Healthcare “Magic” Johnson, best-selling author James Patterson,

and former U.S. President Bill Clinton as honorees that uphold and have the societal impact of the award’s namesake.

“Like millions of baseball fans, I am appreciative of Joe DiMaggio’s enduring place in baseball history, and his unique place in the American imagination,” said Costas. “It was my good fortune to know Joe and consider him a friend. With that in mind, along with the important work of the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, it is a great honor to receive this award bearing his name.”

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital is the largest regional children’s hospital, serving all of Broward, Palm Beach and northern Miami-Dade Counties.

With 224 licensed beds, six operating rooms, and an entire floor dedicated to pediatric oncology, JDCH combines advanced technology, the expertise of some of South Florida’s most diverse board-certified pediatric specialists, and a patient and family-centered focus.

Proceeds from the event benefitted the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and the nonprofit Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation which provides philanthropic funding to the children’s hospital. For more information or to purchase tickets ($250), please call the foundation office at 954-265-3454.

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ach year select students are chosen to be Teen Ambassadors at the Broward Center for The Performing Arts. During the 2019-2020 season 26 high school students representing 21 public, private or home schools in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties come together to enhance their knowledge of the arts by attending performances and workshops presented at the Broward Center and their affiliated venues.

Included in this prestigious bunch of students is South Broward High School’s very own Ian Hayden.

Since storytelling is the eleventh grader’s passion, naturally, his favorite part of the theater is the main stage. The talented student finds it fascinating to see all of the things that help a story be told. From lighting to costumes and choreography, this thespian in training devours all of it. Currently, he loves his media class where he is learning film techniques, terminology, and so much more.

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Through written and video reviews, their behind-the-scenes experiences and exclusive educational opportunities, including introductions to performances in every artistic discipline.

Acting as in-house theater critics, the ambassadors must demonstrate a dedication to both the performing arts and writing. The students also earn community service hours through this innovative program that ensures a fresh perspective on traditional and contemporary arts.

“The Teen Ambassadors program means giving me the opportunity to enhance my skills in creative writing as I create reviews, and also see some good shows while I’m at it,” explains Ian when asked what it means to be Now in its 10th year, the Teen named a Teen Ambassador.

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SCHOOL NEWS

Broward County Schools to Commemorate MSD Victims with Day of Service

BY JOHN DUKA

This Valentine’s Day, students and faculty across Broward County will observe a Day of Service and Love in commemoration of the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Rather than attending classes, students have been given the option to participate in a number of service projects as a way to give back to the community in honor of the 17 souls that were lost two years ago.

In collaboration with HandsOnBroward, the City of Parkland, the City of Coral Springs and the Interfaith Council, schools across the district will participate in activities and service projects for their schools and local communities.

“A Day of Service and Love honors our fallen eagles and our families and communities impacted by this tragedy,” said BCPS Superintendent Robert W. Runcie.

“We invite our entire community to be a meaningful part of the ongoing process of healing by pausing at 10:17 a.m. to honor and remember.”

There will be no academic activities during the day of service. After participating in the programs, students will be released from school early. In addition, there will be a county-wide moment of silence at 10:17 AM across the school district. District schools

developed variety of activity plans for students for different aged students. Their objective is to engage students while raising awareness about important issues and causes.

Projects at more than 230 sites, across the district, will include campus beautification, celebrating firstresponders by serving them breakfast, preparing meal packages for local food banks and more.

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Dale Mandell, President and CEO of HandsOn Broward commented, “This event is truly an example of the community coming together to honor all of those affected by the tragedy. Through the selfless acts of volunteers, our schools and communities will shine.”

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THE DONOWAY CENTER NEW HOPE FOR PANCREATIC CANCER PATIENTS

Robert B. Donoway, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.S.S.O. Diplomate American Board of Surgery Diplomate, Society of Surgical Oncology Former Medical Director Memorial Cancer Center Medical Director, Atlas Oncology: Institute for Pancreatic Cancer IRE/NanoKnife Ablation

Patients diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer have few treatment options. However, a new procedure called Irreversible Electroporation or IRE for short has changed that for many patients who are seeing a doubling and tripling of their life expectancies. Dr. Robert Donoway, who has one of the largest International experiences for performing this procedure on the pancreas and liver is a Hollywood based, Sloan Kettering trained Pancreatic Surgical Oncologist, and former medical director of two of the local cancer programs remains among a very small handful of Pancreatic surgeons who perform the procedure which is done in the operating room as an outpatient.

During the procedure, Dr. Donoway places fine needle probes under direct ultrasound guidance into and around the pancreatic tumor while carefully avoiding critical structures. High voltage current up to 3000 volts is then delivered in 90-microsecond pulses synchronized with the patient’s heart rhythm to avoid any cardiac problems.

The pulses destroy the cancer cell membranes which then causes the tumor to die and be absorbed by the body. The average procedure lasts approximately 1-2 hours and the patients may be discharged the following day. A brief recovery means the patient can start chemotherapy and radiation that much sooner.

Dr. Donoway is participating in several clinical studies identifying the best chemotherapy and immunotherapies to be used along with IRE. Dr. Donoway states, “The results so far have been very encouraging and we have begun using it for other select cancers. The longest survivors are now out over 5 years and without evidence of cancer recurrence. In the past, without IRE they would have been likely to have only lived a year and so this technique opens the whole new avenue for treating those eligible patients in a more targeted fashion.”

For more information about Dr. Donoway and the Pancreatic-IRE/NanoKnife Program and clinical trials call 305-682-1995 and visit www.AtlasOncology.com

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ATLAS ONCOLOGY Robert B. Donoway, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.S.S.O. Surgical Oncology & Pancreatic Surgical Oncology Practice specializing in Cancer of the Pancreas, Liver, GI Tract, Sarcoma, Adrenal, Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Melanoma. Laparoscopic and Image Guided Cancer Surgery, IRE/NanoKnife for Non-Resectable Pancreatic and Liver Cancer.

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r. Donoway is a board certified Fellowship-trained Surgical Oncologist who received his MD and Surgical training at the University of Pennsylvania. He completed his fellowship in Surgical Oncology at Sloan-Kettering where he was the General Motors Cancer Research Fellow. He has taught on the faculty at Penn, Sloan-Kettering, University of Miami and Nova Southeastern. Dr. Donoway is the former Medical Director of the Memorial Cancer Institute and Chairman of the Cancer Committee for the Memorial Healthcare System as well as Chief of Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Memorial Regional in Hollywood. Dr. Donoway served on the Board of the American Cancer Society & Gildas Club. He has also served as past President of the American Cancer Society Broward County Chapter.

Dr. Donoway is active in the Society of Surgical Oncology and the American Pancreatic Association.

His accomplishments include being the first Surgeon in Florida to perform Radio Frequency Ablation as well as Laparoscopic Liver Resection. Dr. Donoway is a recent recipient of the South Florida Health Award for the use of Micro-Endoscopy for the detection of early stage Breast Cancer. Dr. Donoway is the Medical Director of the Institute of Breast Cancer Prevention and has been repeatedly named to “TOP DOCTORS IN AMERICA” by Castle Connolly. Dr. Donoway is the ONLY surgeon in Florida performing specialized Pancreatic and Liver ablation therapy for non-resectable tumors. Dr. Donoway is the Former Chair of the Aventura Cancer Committee at Aventura Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Donoway has privileges and operates at Aventura Hospital, Memorial Regional, Memorial South and Memorial West.

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

Way to Go Hollywood! An Investment in Hollywood’s Future is Already at Work!

BY MAYOR JOSH LEVY

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n March 12, 2019, the City of Hollywood held a Special Election where a majority of voters decided to fund a variety of city-wide public improvement projects to be paid for by a General Obligation Bond. The $165 million dollar bonds will cover city-wide improvements in three broad categories: ▸ Public Safety Facilities, Technology, and Equipment - $78 million ▸ Parks, Open Space, Recreational, and Cultural Facilities - $64 million ▸ Neighborhood Improvements, Infrastructure, and Resiliency - $23 million Since the vote, staff has been hard at work designing, launching projects and getting the projects out to bid. I wanted to share an update on just a few of the projects. One of the largest projects will be the construction of a brand-new headquarters for the Police Department. Public Safety Consultant McClaren Wilson & Lawrie, Inc. has been brought on-board for operations evaluations, programming, and general Police Department Design and Construction Consultant Services.

Based on the scope of work, ODP Architecture, with HOK as project designer was approved for creating a Master Plan, Site Plan, Design and Architecture. The team, in partnership with City staff, are working now on a preliminary plan. Several community input sessions will be planned as the project gets underway.

We’ve purchased two fire trucks, two fire rescue transport vehicles, and a 100’ aerial platform truck. Since these are custom built vehicles, I am told they take just about one year to build. The City is anticipating taking delivery in October.

The park improvement projects are well underway. Bicentennial Park, Montella Park, David Park, and Joe DiMaggio Park are the first locations to receive new playground equipment. Other improvements include new shade systems, exercise and ancillary park equipment, resurfaced walking paths, and new safety surfacing. I am excited for the majority of our parks to be refreshed in 2020 for a new generation of children to enjoy.

Last August, the City Commission authorized City officials to negotiate and execute an agreement with the highest-ranked firm, McCumber Golf, to provide Architecture and Engineering Design Services for the Hollywood Beach Golf Course Clubhouse with Community Center and Perimeter Park. The community is looking forward to getting the first glimpses of the new design proposal.

Several community input meetings will be held this year and next to allow for the public to add their suggestions to the overall plan for the property.

With almost 30 projects planned, I encourage all to visit the City’s website at www.HollywoodFL.org/OnTheGo to see the latest status updates for each of the project. On the website visitors will also find links to the OpenGOV financial portal, a GIS map of projects, information on the General Obligation Bond Advisory Committee, FAQ’s, and more. The webpages are updated regularly as projects get underway through completion. Hollywood GO Bonds are an investment in the future of our City, and it’s an investment that is already improving the quality of life for all.

The City of Hollywood government office is located at 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 33020. To contact, please call 954-967-4357, email jlevy@hollywoodfl.org, or visit hollywoodfl.gov.

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CHAMBER NEWS

Join Us in Welcoming The 2020 Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Board

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ollywood Mayor Josh Levy will swear in the 2020 Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors along with its 2020 president Dr. Don Rudawsky Ph.D., Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness at Nova Southeastern University, at the Business Leaders Awards & Board Installation Luncheon.

After a successful year as 2019 President of the Board, Marty Shuham, Shuham & Shuham P.A, is now passing the torch to Dr. Don Rudawsky.

Rudawsky will lead the Chamber’s 2020 Board of Directors and has already expressed his dedication to scaling the chamber onto new heights: Consequently, Former Vice President, Cate Farmer of Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort has been chosen as President-Elect. In addition, the Executive Board welcomes two new Vice Presidents and Co-Chairs of the luncheon, Dr. Natcha Yacinthe of Port Everglades and Laurens Zieren of The Diplomat Beach Resort.

Board Members started their term on January 1, 2020, and will formally be introduced, along with a multitude of other pillars of our community, at the annual event.

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/ $550 Full B&W Page / $350 Half Page B&W / $200 Luncheon is scheduled for Friday, February 28th, Quarter Page B&W. 2020 at The Diplomat Beach Resort. Registration For more information on how to become one begins at 11:30 AM and the award program will of our dedicated sponsors or on placing a constart at 12 PM. Admission to the luncheon is set at gratulatory ad, please contact Jonathan Jacobskind $80 Member / $100 Non- Member.

– Director of Programs & Events, jonathan@hollyTo support our business, our business leaders and/or board members, sponsorships and program woodchamber.org or via phone at 954 923-4000. ad placements are available to congratulate these The Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is outstanding professionals. Table of 10 for reservalocated at 330 N. Federal Highway, Hollywood, 33020. tion is set at $800 Member / $1,000 Non-Member.

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he North Miami Beach Police Department (NMBPD) always educate and remind its residents and/or property owners on how to reduce the risk to avoid becoming a theft victim whether online, in store parking lots, or at home. Below are a few steps that can reduce the likelihood that you will be targeted in any of those situations.

Online ▸ Fraud investigators recommend the following: ▸ Use one (1) credit card for all online purchases to avoid exposing other cards. ▸ Do not click on links from unsolicited emails; go to the website instead. ▸ Make sure the website is legitimate and secure. Check for the lock icon in the address bar, and make sure the address begins with “https…”. ▸ Make sure that the browser. Anti-virus and malware protection software updated on your computer. ▸ Avoid a public computer; shop at home on a secured network. ▸ Avoid using open Wi-Fi financial transactions; password protect your Wi-Fi and use a fire wall. ▸ Create a unique password for every online account; use at least eight characters and a combination of numbers, letters and symbols. ▸ Update your passwords frequently. ▸ Do not trust sellers who ask you to pay with a wire transfer or prepaid debit cards. ▸ Lock your smartphones and tablets with a password or code feature to prevent thieves from stealing and using them to make purchases. ▸ Download apps only from a trusted app store or online platform such as Amazon, iTunes and Google Play. ▸ Use a security app to protect your smartphone or tablet device against malicious apps and malware. ▸ Monitor your bank statements for unauthorized transactions.

Package Delivery ▸ For those who order online, schedule package deliveries when you are going to be home, but if it not possible consider the following suggestions: ▸ Leave special instructions to the delivery person to put the package somewhere where it is not visible from the street. ▸ Require that the delivery driver get a signature for the package (i.e., from a trusted neighbor). ▸ Track the package. ▸ Sign up for email or text message alerts with estimated delivery times. ▸ Have USPS, Amazon, FedEx, and/or UPS hold your package at their pick-up facility so you can pick It up in person at your convenience. ▸ If purchasing from a large retailer, request that your package be delivered to a local branch or store so you can pick it up in person. ▸ Get to know your carriers. If there is been a problem of thefts in the past, tell them about it. ▸ Insure your packages. ▸ Ask a neighbor or retired relative (who is home) if they will accept your package for you at their home. ▸ Have the package delivered to your workplace if it is permitted. ▸ Buy a locking mailbox big enough for packages. ▸ Consider installing a camera security system that photographs people who come to your door and allows you to communicate with them without opening the door or being home. ▸ If you are interested in a free security survey of your property, please contact us to set up an appointment.

To learn more about the City of North Miami Beach Police Department, please visit www.citynmb. com. For emergencies, please dial 9-1-1 and all other non-emergencies, please call (305) NMB-POLICE or (305) 662-7654.

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The recent increase in patients reporting Breast Implant Illness (BII) symptoms appears to be related to increased awareness based on social media and presence of breast implant associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIAALCL). There is one Facebook group alone with more than 50,000 members, all of whom report Breast Implant Illness (BII) symptoms.

There is no diagnostic testing specifically for Breast Implant Illness (BII).

This is one of the current areas of focus for the Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation, the research arm of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. There are tests for autoimmune diseases that can be performed to evaluate for potential causes of a patient’s symptoms. There are patients who have symptoms they attribute to Breast Implant Illness (BII) with positive immune testing and others with all laboratory tests which show no abnormalities.

In 1999, The Institute of Medicine Committee on the Safety of Silicone conducted an extensive review of the available literature and concluded there was no demonstrated clear link between silicone implants and any systemic illness. There have been studies of many different sizes and design to look at the safety of breast implants themselves. These have looked at specific autoimmune disorders and diseases. These studies show little to no links between breast implants and any disease. Studies of patients who have symptoms that they have related to their breast implants have not shown consistent laboratory abnormalities to define a distinct syndrome. To-date, there has been very little in the way of research into this entity that has been labelled Breast Implant Illness (BII) by women with breast implants.

Various studies show different degrees of improvement in patient symptoms after removal of their breast implants, some of which are temporary, and some showing permanent resolution of symptoms. There are no studies which specifically show which symptoms may or may not improve with implant removal with or without capsulectomy.

There is no current definitive epidemiological evidence to support a direct link between breast implants and any specific disease process. There are many factors that can affect the interaction between a patient and her breast implants.

Further study is required to determine the best way to potentially screen patients prior to breast implant surgery and to determine which of the multitude of reported symptoms might improve with implant and capsule removal.

A lack of a direct, proven scientific link does not mean that the symptoms experienced by these patients are not real. Some patients have legitimate concerns about a potential link between breast implants and symptoms. For individuals who have breast implants and complains of Breast Implant Illness (BII) symptoms options can include: further medical work up with or without the consultation of a rheumatologist, observation without medical work up, implant removal without capsulectomy, exchange with or without capsulectomy, removal with total capsulectomy, or removal with en bloc capsulectomy.

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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

MembersfromTheHollywood Historical Society and the Dania Lions Club joined forces to start the holiday festivities with a visit from the man in the big red suit.

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A new bench was dedicated at Lions Park by the Hollywood Lions Club. The bench, made of recycled plastic bags, provides great reminders of how recycling can help the environment as well as how taking the time to relax and enjoy the surroundings is beneficial just the same.

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VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital’s 8th “Free Pet Photo with Santa” event was a “paws” itively huge success. Many four-legged friends brought their two-legged counterparts for fun and festive snapshots with Santa.

The hospital’s holiday tradition marks the end of the annual pet food drive for the “Meals on Wheels for Companion Pets Program”.

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TheRussianAmericanChamber(RAC)ofSouthFloridahadtheirsizzlingred-carpetseasonal event, “The Lexus International Food & Wine Holiday Gala” co-hosted by Lexus of North Miami and Lexus of Pembroke Pines, to celebrate a spectacular year. The anticipated partyfeaturedexquisitefood,handcraftedcocktails,guestperformer,StereoMix,andthe signature crowning of the “Best Dressed Lady” and “Best Dressed Man” of the evening.

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