Osteoporosis and Oral Health: The Mouth/ Body Connection Osteoporosis is often considered a “silent” disease one that is associated with few warning signs in the early stages. However, do you know that the early signs of osteoporosis may be able to be seen in the mouth? When a dentist observes bone loss in the jaw, it may be a sign of bone loss in another part of the body. Osteoporosis is one of the most common human bone diseases affecting millions of people, including over one third of females above the age of 65. Osteoporosis is characterized by decreased bone density and weakened bones. As it progresses, osteoporosis can weaken bones to the point that they break under otherwise normal stress. Symptoms of osteoporosis
Changes ahead for Mardi Gras By Larry Blustein sfsuntimes@aol.com In the 33 years he has been associated with greyhound racing in south Florida at Hollywood Dog Track and Mardi Gras Racing & Casino in Hallandale Beach, Dan Adkins has been a huge supporter of the dogs and their many quality owners. But times have chang–––––––––––––––––––––– CHANGES, Page 6A
Mardi Gras Racing & Gaming COO Daniel “Dan” Adkins shows off one of his visions.
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Dr. Patricia Bobadilla is a phone call away for all your dental needs right here at Hallandale Beach - (954) 456-1939.
The clock is ticking for DEC. 7 Medicare Open Enrollment
often go unnoticed until a major fracture occurs, but your dentist may be able to detect the early signs of osteoporosis during your regular dental exam. RISK FACTORS: Although osteoporosis affects men and wom–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BOBADILLA, Page 10A
• Osteoporosis is one of the most common human bone disease affecting millions of people
Soho Asian Bar and Grill AVENTURA - The news is spreading fast. Great Asian Kosher food is now in the heart of Aventura, and you can thank owners Juke Yankovich and Shlomi Ezra. Yankovich has over 30 years in the restaurant business in Israel, where he opened Nafis - the largest chain in 1985. Two years ago, he teamed together with partner, Shlomi Ezra, who has years of experience in the nightclub and entertainment industry, to open Soho Asian - The #1 Kosher Asian Grill & Sushi Owners Juke Yankovich and Shlomi Ezra. Bar in South Florida. Soho Asian Bar & Grill offers a wide variety of cuisines – everything from Asian dishes, Steakhouse favorites, and signature tapas along with delicious Vegetarian and Sushi specialties and tasty desserts. Since opening earlier this year, the word is catching on quickly. In addition to the outstanding dinner menu, there is now a lunch option that offers daily specials - with indoor and outdoor seating. In addition, Aventura’s newest hot spot is strictly kosher under the supervision of Kosher Miami. Be sure to check out their Happy Hour with “Two For One” bar specials For more on this tremendous experience, see their advertisement today on Page 2B.
• The #1 Kosher Asian Grill & Sushi Bar in South Florida is right here in Aventura! KODNER GALLERIES - DANIA Kodner Galleries has become a 4th generation auction business with over 90 years of experience in buying, selling, appraising and consigning for sale antiques, fine household contents, works of art and diamonds. For more on this quality business, Page 2A.
Hallandale Medical Center providers from left: Hernando Giraldo, MD, Oana Ciurea, PA-C, Vivian Bilasano, MD, Catherine Funes, MS and Jorge Konopka, MD stand in front of the much anticipated new facilty that will open soon.
• Dec. 7 will be the last day where all Medicare beneficiaries are able to make any changes For those who have been putting off signing up for Medicare Open Enrollment, time is running out quickly. If you were confused and are not sure which way to turn, call 954 DOCTORS (954362-8677). On Dec. 7, it will be time where all Medicare beneficiaries are able to make any changes.
REMEMBER: • Medicare Part A covers only 80% of your hospital expenses. • Medicare Part B covers only 80% of your medical expenses (doctors visits). • Medicare Part D only covers you for prescription drugs.
HALLANDALE BEACH Construction is expected to begin this week to re-open Beach Access 1 located on the north side of Parker Towers. The beach access was closed early this season because of safety concerns caused by erosion. For more on this and other events going on in the city, see Page 6B.
The other 20% is always the patients responsibility. We are gladly available to all of our medicare recipients in our community call us or stop by and Johanna Ruiz, our patient services coordinator will be happy to assist you. IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW • Whether you take any medication or not, you are subject to choose and buy a Medicare Part Part D prescription plan. • If you do not buy or obtain your Medicare Part D, you may be subject to pay a penalty. How much is the Part D penalty? –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– MEDICARE, Page 8A
BLUE TAVERNA Daniel Setton has learned plenty about business over the years. The one thing that he has found is to give the customer exactly what they want. In his return to Blue Taverna in Hollywood, Setton is providing first class dinner/entertainment. See Page 1C.