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TO GUARD, OR NOT TO GUARD? Millions of children participate in sports each year in the United States, and this has resulted in an increase in sports-related injuries. Page 2

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Depression, especially treatment-resistant depression, is an insidiously pernicious illness. Page 39

BAYADA Home Health Care professionals love what they do and it shows! Pictured above are some local BAYADA Nurses who have been with the company for more than 15 years. (From left to right): Sandra Townsend, LPN, Terry Stavoli, LPN, Ethel Harrison, LPN, Jackie Sinone, LPN, and Anna Lieb, LPN. Read more on pages 27, 28 & 29.

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To Guard, Or Not To Guard? Millions of children participate in sports each year in the United States, and this has resulted in an increase in sports-related injuries. Of these injuries, the National Youth Sports Foundation for Safety reports that dental injuries are the most common type of injury occurring during sports participation. In fact, it is estimated that more than 5 million teeth will be injured in sporting activities this year!

At DS Dental we provide custom mouthguards that are comfortable, resistant to tearing, and resilient. This is in stark contrast to the “boil and bite� over-the-counter mouthguards which don’t fit as well and may interfere with the athlete’s ability to breathe and speak. And the best part of our made-toorder mouthguards is that they are affordable, come in a variety of colors and patterns, and are monogrammed for the patient. If you are concerned that your child’s teeth may be injured while participating in sports, make an appointment with Dr. Spano for a consultation. She will walk you through the process of being fit for a custom mouthguard.

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Is Your Cycle Normal? Submitted by Salvatore Carfagno, DO, FACOOG

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Unscheduled Bleeding Bleeding outside of your normal cycle day or heavy scheduled cycles are considered abnormal. Unscheduled bleeding is vaginal bleeding at times other than your normal menses. This may be patterned or totally irregular in nature. This can be spotting to period like in flow. If the flow is excessive, it may result in anemia (low hemoglobin).

Heavy Cyclic Bleeding Heavy cyclic bleeding (plain old heavy periods) is when a woman has regular periods with heavy flow and possibly longer duration with more bleeding days. This may be associated with cramps or pelvic pain. Pain may become severe enough and or bleeding profuse enough to change what you do on a daily basis. To be more specific, pain and/or bleeding can keep a woman from her doing her normal, everyday activities. Women may become fearful to leave their home, as they worry about bleeding through clothing in public. This can force a woman to lose work time, kid time, husband time etc. The cost of sanitary products and replacement clothing may also play a role in how this affects a person.

Evaluating Heavy Periods In this article, I will be concentrating on heavy periods or menses. The evaluation of this problem starts with a

detailed history. The history can provide direction for selecting diagnostic testing. It can sometimes be difficult for a woman to keep an accurate record of her period. I find it helpful to use a menstrual diary. The patient is given a copy of this and asked to complete and return to the office with it. Initial lab testing includes complete blood count, thyroid hormone and a pregnancy test. An ultrasound of the pelvis will enable a noninvasive way to view the uterus and ovaries. If one is over the age of thirty-five, a tissue biopsy of the endometrium or a D&C may be needed. The pathological report will exclude diseases such as endometrial cancer or hyperplasia. If testing revels a diagnosis of benign heavy menses (hypermenorrhea) then a treatment plan can be made.

Medical and Surgical Treatment Options Treatment options shall be separated into medical and surgical categories. Both options are designed to control cycle duration and flow. Most commonly, birth control medications are used. Combined oral contraceptives are easy to use and provide cycle control. Other contraceptives that can be used are the vaginal ring, patch or the depo provera shot. The intrauterine device containing a contraceptive medication is a good alternative. It is placed by a doctor in an office setting and provides long-term cycle control. With this alternative, about 30% of users do not get a menstrual cycle. The other 70% usually have a light spotting type of period. The patient has no need to take a pill or place a patch. Surgical options can also be considered. Endometrial ablation is the use of various devices to destroy the endometrium. These include a balloon with circulating hot water, circulating hot water, cryotherapy and electrical current. I use the balloon device or the device employing electrical current as my devices of

choice. Usually these types of procedures are performed in an outpatient surgery setting. The procedure itself lasts only several minutes. Post-op course is usually unremarkable and short. Return to activities is rapid, with very little down time. Post-op pain is usually restricted to menstrual-like cramps. The cramps can be controlled with non-steroidal medications such as Naproxen. The response to treatment is varied and highly individualized. Most patients have no further periods. The amenorrhea rate (no periods) approaches 70%. Of those that have a return of their cycle, it most commonly light in flow and/or short in duration. The benefit of this type of surgical intervention is related to the lack of medication side effects. Birth control medications do have some undesirable side effects. The most notable are decreased libido (sex drive) and weight gain. These are real issues for most women.

Advanced Care Can Help! This is a common problem in all ages. One does not have to tolerate this problem. As a Gynecologist, I have very good treatment options to help take care of women with heavy, benign vaginal bleeding.

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Welcome to the May/June 2017 Issue of The Atlantic County Woman Publication!

The snow has melted, the birds are chirping and the days are longer. Spring is finally upon us, and after a long, long winter, we couldn’t be happier. On April 6th, our office staff welcomed back the Canada geese couple. As in past years, they immediately started building their nest in the patch of long grass next to the parking lot mailboxes. Each year, we love watching “Mom� patiently sitting on her eggs waiting for the hatching of her goslings. Last year we were fortunate enough to see all six of her goslings on the day they were born! Speaking of “Mom,� on May 14th we celebrate and honor our mothers. In fact, you can read about the history of Mother’s Day on page 57. Then, on June 18th, we celebrate Father’s Day, a day to observe the contribution fathers and father figures make towards their children’s lives. If you are lucky enough to have one or both parents, remember to tell them how special they are to you! On May 29th, we celebrate Memorial Day, a day to honor all of the men and women who have died in service to their country. Many towns will pay tribute to the fallen with parades, decorating with flags, and people wearing a bright red poppy on the left side of their chest. Memorial Day also marks the unofficial beginning of summer. As the weather heats up and all the beach communities come alive with activities, we want to wish you a safe and fun summer. Take advantage of everything the Jersey Shore has to offer, including the many wonderful events you can read about in the Community section of this publication. In addition, don’t forget to visit our Facebook page, where you can enter to win tickets to see an amazing show. Best, Lauren Shover and the Staff at the Atlantic County Woman Publication

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DS Dental, Dana Spano, DMD .........................................2

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Advanced Care Ob/Gyn Infertility.....................................3 Accent Aesthetics Medical & Laser Day Spa ...............6, 7 Acuity Specialty Hospital of New Jersey, Atlantic City ....8 Shore Vascular & Vein Center ...........................................9 Sood Center for Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery .................11 Relievus ..........................................................................23 Go Feet: Dr. Stuart W. Honick ........................................24 Bella Derma Medi Spa....................................................36 Atlantic Medical Imaging ................................................38 Morgan Medical Center of Integrative Medicine, PA ......40 Atlantic Integrative Medical Center ................................50

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Fast Track to Health Wellness Center ............................22 Full Circle Wellness.........................................................22 Body in Balance Fitness Center .....................................30 Yoga Nine Mind/Body Studio .........................................32 Hypnosis For Women .....................................................33 Drift Day Spa ..................................................................42 Curexa Pharmacy ...........................................................48 5PUH 9HKJSPɈ 4+ ...........................................................51

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Introducing BellafillŽ‌The Only Five-Year Filler BellafillÂŽ is the only dermal filler on the market that is approved as safe and effective by the FDA for the correction of nasolabial folds or “smile linesâ€? and moderate to severe facial acne scars through a period of five years. It can be used in men or women. BellafillÂŽ is also used successfully for the treatment of hollowed cheeks, tear troughs, temples, areas above the lip and loss of volume below the eyes. Restore vibrancy and confidence to your appearance by increasing volume in these areas and finally put an end to that tired, overworked appearance!

What is BellafillŽ made of? BellafillŽ is non-resorbable dermal filler, unlike many other dermal fillers that are absorbed and require reinjection. It is a combination of microsphere-enhanced collagen combined with the local anesthetic lidocaine. The microspheres are produced from a synthetic implant material called polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA.) An allergy skin test—which is done in the office, is painless and takes only a few minutes—is required prior to injection. The chance of a positive allergy test is minimal and is only required in the United States.

How does BellafillÂŽ work? BellafillÂŽ works in two ways: 1. Through a painless injection, the collagen provides an immediate, visible volume increase. 2. The PMMA microspheres create a matrix that supports your bodies own collagen production.

How do I know if BellafillŽ is right for me? The only way to find out is to schedule a no-charge consultation with a qualified physician. Dr. Delorio is the only facial plastic surgeon in Cape May and Atlantic counties providing this treatment. After an evaluation of your needs, a treatment plan can be developed. Upon completion of your treatment, you can leave with immediate results, a renewed sense of confidence and a more youthful appearance. “Be Transformed� with Accent Aesthetics.

How does BellafillÂŽ help patients with acne scars? Unfortunately acne scarring is a common and embarrassing problem. A BellafillÂŽ injection immediately adds volume below pitted acne scars to lift the level of the surrounding skin for a smoother appearance.

When do I see results? Patients used to have to choose between fillers that would show immediate results but only lasted 9-12 months or fillers lasting up to two years but had to wait three to four months for results. Now there is finally a product that offers immediate results that last safely and effectively through five years! • Immediate Correction • Natural Look • Lasting Improvement

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esides being at the top of her field, Dr. Nicola DeLorio has a passion for giving back to her community. Dr. DeLorio is the owner of Accent Aesthetics, a top medical & laser spa, which is known for offering monthly product giveaways which collect donations for local area charities such as AtlantiCare Heart Heroes and Saint Baldrick’s. She also supports the Boys and Girls Club of Atlantic City, the American Heart Association, Gilda’s Club, and Atlantic County Women’s Shelter, among others. Accent has earned the reputation as the “home� for Coolsculpting in South Jersey, and Dr. DeLorio prides herself on having a devoted and loyal following. She adds, “I am very careful to only offer treatments that will result in great outcomes. Our goal is to provide every client with the ultimate medical spa experience.�

ACW: What is the best part about your profession? Dr. DeLorio: I love helping my clients feel better about themselves and having the ability to accentuate their beauty with our customized skincare plan.

ACW: What are your most popular treatments? Dr. DeLorio: Coolsculpting and injectables continue to be favorites. We are one of the most experienced Coolsculpting practices and offer dual sculpting as well as a complete array of treatment hand pieces. Our Coolsculpting suite is comfortable and relaxing to provide unhurried, competent care. As far as injectables go, we offer a wide range of fillers so we can meet all of our clients’ needs.

ACW: Please describe the Coolsculpting procedure. Dr. DeLorio: This is a method of killing fat cells and permanently eliminating them. Each hand piece is of varying size to fit different parts of the body, and it draws in tissue and freezes the fat. The fat cells die while leaving other tissues unharmed. Over the next few months your body eliminates the fat cells. Each treatment lasts about 30-45 minutes and the need to repeat is based on how much fat there is to remove. The best part is you can return to your activities immediately. Each treatment is customized so a consult is necessary to determine what is needed.

ACW: What is the most challenging part about your profession? Dr. DeLorio: It is frustrating to have to deal with others who are performing injectables and other treatments without proper board certification and training. Everyone from emergency room doctors, pediatricians, and anesthesiologists has started offering these treatments but have zero board certification. %S /JDPMB %F-PSJP The problem is they lack the ability to deal with possible complications. I have also seen non-physicians perform treatments in people’s homes. Unfortunately, I wind up seeing those who have been treated improperly and have suffered complications.

ACW: What do you think sets Accent Aesthetics apart from other medical spas? Dr. DeLorio: For one thing, as someone who is board certified in facial plastic surgery, all injectables are performed by myself. It is customary to give a full evaluation to each client and offer any options for facial rejuvenation, including medical peels, surgery, or fillers. It is never a “one size fits all� approach. Our medical estheticians are highly trained and certified by Obagi Skin Care. We are constantly offering continuing education to keep everyone up to speed on current treatments. I am also the only physician in South Jersey who provides Bellafill, which is a facial filler that lasts five years. In addition, our spa is truly a spa--there is nothing quite like our facility in the area. I encourage anyone to come in for a free consult and we can provide them with a complete plan customized to their needs, because ultimately the best treatment is the one that addresses your concerns.

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Elizabeth Jones A Three-Year Journey with Her Childhood Sweetheart by Her Side Every Step of the Way Written by Claire Brown, BSN, RN, Director of Provider Relations

Elizabeth Jones was in high school when she met her sweetheart, Willie. They dated for a few months, then lost contact with each other for 20 years. Then, sometime later, she was able to reconnect with him on Facebook and they started to renew their relationship. Elizabeth said she was the one who proposed to Willie on the Atlantic City boardwalk. They have been married for seven years now, and been together for even longer. Unfortunately, Elizabeth was to spend a large portion of her life from 2014 to the present day in and out of hospitals, receiving intensive care with Willie by her side every step of the journey. In October 2014, Elizabeth was admitted to a hospital in upstate New York for a routine hernia repair. Although she had previously received a kidney transplant, she was generally a healthy person who lived as normal a life as any Army wife. She had a full-time job and a daughter. Her husband, Willie, an Army serviceman, was stationed in New York at the time. Both Elizabeth and Willie were unaware that this elective surgery would result in a devastating series of medical complications and repeat hospitalizations due to unforeseen events in her recovery. During her postoperative recovery following the hernia repair, Elizabeth’s intestines became severely infected and she sustained a small stroke with recurrent seizures. Due to this, she spent an extended period of time on a ventilator machine. After several weeks, she was able to be liberated from the ventilator and started to make a slow recovery.

Ronnel Alumia – Wound Care Nurse and Elizabeth. Following this complicated hospital stay, Elizabeth was finally discharged to an acute rehabilitation unit in December of 2014. In February of 2015, she returned for another surgery at the hospital in New York after it was discovered she had several large intra-abdominal abscesses. A drain was placed in her small intestine and her wound had reopened. Her IV lines had also become infected. This was a long and

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arduous time for Elizabeth. She remained hospitalized for several weeks and received a repeat surgery in April 2015. Elizabeth also had many other infections and high fevers throughout her subsequent hospitalizations. Elizabeth was then referred to the Cleveland Clinic. She was instructed to be re-evaluated by the surgeons there. Upon examination and review of her medical records, it was determined that it would be advisable not to receive any further surgical interventions for at least a year. During this time, Willie remained at her side for every step of her journey. Finally, in August 2015, Elizabeth was transferred from the Cleveland Clinic to Acuity Specialty Hospital of New Jersey (ASHNJ), located in Atlantic City, for management of her poor nutritional status and intensive wound care of her abdominal wall opening. Elizabeth had some family support close to Atlantic City and the surgeons at the Cleveland Clinic felt that ASHNJ would be an excellent location for the specialized care she needed while she waited for another abdominal surgical intervention. Once her nutritional status was improved and her abdominal wound was free of infection, it was decided that Elizabeth would be transferred to Thomas Jefferson University Hospital of Philadelphia (TJUH). The surgeons there would evaluate her for further surgery of her abdominal complications. Again she was unable to receive more abdominal surgery as she started to develop seizures during her stay at TJUH, as she had following her first surgery in New York. Understandably, Elizabeth became severely depressed and disoriented during this time. Elizabeth returned to ASHNJ again for continued specialized wound care management. During this time, she remembers the wonderful care she received. She remembered Ronnel and Nancy, the nurses who were dedicated to performing excellent wound care for her every day. Although she said there were so many healthcare professionals at ASHNJ who were caring and attentive, she particularly remembered Joan, the night RN team leader, and Vonka, one of the day patient care technicians. She also spoke fondly of Dr. Nwotite, who she said was always patient and compassionate while managing her care. Elizabeth returned to TJUH in October of 2015, where a kidney stone was discovered and removed. At every hospital and every day, Willie stayed by her side. Willie slept in chairs, often with blankets on the floor in her hospital rooms. He remained optimistic about her recovery. He was so grateful for the staff at Acuity and they admired him for his dedication to Elizabeth. Again Elizabeth returned to ASHNJ from TJUH for continued wound care and continued management of a multitude of medical complications. She was then transferred to Walter Reed Military Hospital in Virginia in March of 2016, where she underwent an abdominal reconstruction with closure of her wound. Elizabeth’s last visit to Acuity was in April 2016. She www.TheCountyWoman.com

Willie Jones (Spouse), Ronnel and Elizabeth. was finally discharged home in May of 2016 to follow up with the surgeon at Walter Reed. Thankfully, Elizabeth does not remember a large portion of the time she was hospitalized, but it was over a period of almost 3 years. Elizabeth is now living in her home in New York State again. She will have to return to Walter Reed Military Hospital in the spring for a further surgical intervention. Her husband, Willie, has returned to work in the Army Supply Division.

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The Most Common Questions And Answers Concerning Varicose Veins

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What are varicose veins? Varicose veins are swollen veins that can be seen through the skin. They often have a bulging, twisted appearance. Some varicose veins may be very large and discolored. Others may be smaller. They can occur anywhere on the legs, including the groin area.

What causes varicose veins? Blood must flow up, against gravity, to exit the legs and return to the heart. Our leg veins have one-way valves that assist in this process. Those valves can malfunction and leak, causing blood to flow in the wrong direction. The blood then pools in the legs, increasing the pressure in the veins. This is known as venous reflux disease or Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI). Venous reflux is one of the most common causes of varicose veins.

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Sometimes compression stockings will be sufficient to control symptoms and prevent complications. When procedures are needed, current technology and techniques, allow for treatment WITHOUT the need for painful surgery. One of the best, most proven treatments for venous reflux is the ClosureŽ Procedure, now referred to as Venefit™. This minimally invasive procedure is performed right in the office in less than 30 minutes, with no incisions, minimal discomfort, and excellent results.

How long is the recovery from vein treatment? In most cases individuals can return to their usual activities within a day of the procedure.

Is varicose vein treatment covered by health insurance? Venous reflux disease is a medical condition. Therefore, in many cases, varicose vein treatment is covered by health insurance. An experienced vein treatment center will have insurance specialists who will work with your insurance company to confirm coverage.

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I thought varicose veins are just a cosmetic problem. Is that true? It is important to understand that varicose veins and venous reflux are NOT necessarily simple cosmetic problems. This can be a sign of an abnormal condition in the circulation. In addition to pain, some individuals may be at risk for chronic swelling, permanent skin discoloration, open wounds and even blood clots. With early diagnosis and treatment, long-term complications can usually be prevented. Treatment often has the added benefit of improving aesthetics, even in cases that are not considered “cosmetic.�

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Who is at risk for varicose veins? Prolonged standing or sitting on one place, family history of varicose veins, and being overweight are all known risks. In addition, increasing age and pregnancy are risk factors. Some people may develop varicose veins without having any of these known conditions.

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Ask Nancy M. Rice, Esq. Certified Elder Law Attorney Nancy Rice has been practicing Estate Planning and Elder Law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania since 1986. She was Certified as an Elder Law Attorney in 1997, and has maintained offices in Camden and Cape May counties, specifically in Cherry Hill and Ocean City. She can answer your questions and concerns- just call 609-398-3447.

Legal Documents For All Ages 18-118 What are the “top 3� legal documents everyone should have? 1) Advanced Medical Directive/Living Will 2) Durable General Power of Attorney 3) Last Will and Testament

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TRICK QUESTION: What happens to your assets if you die without a Will? Most people believe that their assets will pass to the State of New Jersey if they die without a Will; but think about it . . .if this really happens, we wouldn’t have to tax toilet paper or sell highways in order to balance the State budget, would we? OK, what REALLY happens if I die without a Will? First, look to see how assets are TITLED (for example, if a house is owned by a husband and wife, jointly, it will pass to the survivor automatically) and whether an asset has a beneficiary named. For example, all IRA’s and life insurance policies and annuities name beneficiaries, and these beneficiary forms dictate where assets pass upon death, regardless of whether a Will says otherwise. Assets which are not titled jointly and which do not designate a beneficiary will pass, in the absence of a Will, to your “heirs� as defined by the State Intestacy Laws. Who are my “heirs� under the NJ Intestacy Laws? The New Jersey intestacy law changed a few years ago. Generally, the surviving spouse or domestic partner is first in line to receive assets from the intestate estate. However, the amount a surviving spouse or domestic partner is entitled to vary as followed: If the decedent has no children or grandchildren or parents surviving, or if all of the children are of this marriage, the surviving spouse or domestic partner is entitled to the entire intestate estate. If the decedent has no children or grandchildren surviving, but is survived by one or both parents, the surviving spouse or domestic partner is entitled to the first 25% of the estate (but not less than $50,000 nor more than $200,000), plus three-fourths of the remaining balance of the intestate estate. If all of the decedent’s surviving children are of the current marriage or domestic partnership and the surviving spouse or domestic partner has one or more surviving children who are not descendants of the decedent; or if one or more of the decedent’s surviving children is not a descendant of the surviving spouse or domestic partner, the surviving spouse or domestic partner is entitled to the first 25% of the intestate estate (but not less than $50,000.00 nor more than $200,000.00), plus one-half of the balance of the intestate estate. Any part of the intestate estate not passing to the surviving spouse or domestic partner as indicated above, or the entire intestate estate if there is no surviving spouse or domestic partner, passes as follows to descendants:

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Hair Restoration and PRP As part of our commitment to exceptional care, PRP is now provided at Sood Center to enhance hair restoration efforts. PRP can thicken hair and help revive dormant hair follicles. PRP is offered as a stand-alone procedure for male and female pattern hair loss, where it is occasionally effective in slowing down shedding or active hair loss in the scalp and brow regions. We usually recommend a series of two to four treatments to regions of thinning hair over six months. PRP hair restoration benefits are gradual over time, making it less likely for others to notice you have undergone procedures.

data mainly involves multiple studies with small population groups. While it is still too early to tell just how effective it is for all patients, there is a good likelihood that in time PRP will become part of the standard of care. For the best aesthetic outcomes we recommend evaluation at Sood Center for Plastic Surgery with our board-certified physician. Because there is virtually no risk involved, PRP treatment is a valid alternative to surgery for many patients. A consultation with Dr. Sood will determine whether your expectations can be met with PRP treatment.

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Radiating Beauty From the Inside Out Although Rose Marie Beauchemin began her career as a makeup artist, she knew early on that bigger things were in store for her. As the founder of the Beau Institute, she is JVUZPKLYLK HU L_WLY[ PU [OL Ă„LSK VM WLYTHULU[ JVZTL[PJZ HYLVSH [H[[VVPUN HUK WLYTHULU[ JHTV\Ă…HNL >P[O H career that spans over 22 years, she is an industry leading practitioner, trainer, and speaker. She adds, “I have a deep belief in the transformative power of permanent cosmetics and that continues to drive me. There is nothing greater than sharing my passion and expertise with others interested in this field.â€? Known for her dedication to her client’s complete satisfaction and comfort, she has helped cancer patients restore their physical and emotional health, not to mention their inner confidence so they radiate beauty. Rose Marie continues to donate her time to performing areola tattooing for breast cancer survivors during the Beau Institute’s semiannual Day of Hope. She remains a role model in her industry for the important work she continues to do. (*>! /V^ KPK `V\ NL[ PU]VS]LK PU [OPZ Ă„LSK& 9VZL 4HYPL! I worked as a makeover artist for several years and felt I had plateaued. After letting my friends know I was searching for something different, I received a call from a friend’s husband, Dr. Steven Levin, a radiologist that went into mammography. He told me his patients needed my help and I should learn permanent makeup so I could lift their spirits with permanent eyebrows, since they were lost during chemotherapy. I asked what permanent makeup was and he told me it was a tattoo. Keep in mind this was 27 years ago and the idea of a tattoo was very uncommon. The only available classes were on the West Coast, so I went several times until I was comfortable with all of the procedures. I began practicing in a local plastic surgeon’s office, Dr. Ronald Warren, here in Mount Laurel. It was a wonderful opportunity that I wish for every one of our graduates as I learned a great deal from him. (*>! >OH[ PZ [OL TVZ[ YL^HYKPUN WHY[ HIV\[ `V\Y WYVMLZZPVU& 9VZL 4HYPL! The 3-D areola tattooing is incredibly rewarding and I can’t begin to convey the emotion I feel when performing these procedures (as well as teaching them). To be a part of restoring a woman’s femininity and sensuality is the ultimate reward. I am extremely passionate about my work and travel far and wide teaching simple methods to create 3-D effects. I am blessed to love what I do and have an incredibly supportive staff that turns the wheels of Beau Institute. I never tire of seeing the transformation of a woman’s face with beautiful eyebrows. Her confidence level rises, since she can be more active and leave her house at a moments notice without having to draw eyebrows on. Allowing a woman this spontaneity is very freeing and the only thing better is teaching this.

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“Wisdom from Paul D’Amato�

Paul R. D’Amato, Esquire

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Alexa: Dad, why did you become a lawyer? Paul: When I was in grade school I remember very clearly a lawyer that my parents, your grandparents, hired to help them regarding a difficult real estate issue. This lawyer was able to successfully resolve the matter and I remember how appreciative Grace and Willie were. Mom and Dad explained to me the difficult situation that they found themselves in and how this lawyer solved their problem. I remember my mother saying to me: “Paul, why don’t you think about becoming a lawyer so you can help people?� I had never forgotten what Mom and Dad said to me. When you are representing someone who has been horribly injured in an accident and their life has been turned upside down and they cannot pay their bills and they are in pain, that person is looking for an advocate who will take on the corporations and insurance companies and try to remedy the wrong that has been done to them.

2) The Defendant that is being sued in a personal injury case does have insurance. We would not be in the courtroom trying the case if there was NO insurance; 3) Any biases they may have against a Plaintiff who is elderly they should throw out the window! Older people are the last persons who should be seriously injured in an accident. They live their entire lives to get to a point where, especially if they are in retirement, they can sit back and enjoy life. Then along comes a driver who is not paying attention or texting and goes through a stop sign or red light and causes serious injuries to this senior citizen. Some jurors think that old people are just old and can’t suffer the way a younger person would; and 4) Jurors should also know that the accident victim does not receive the full damage verdict. Rather, all the costs incurred by the attorney are deducted from the gross recovery and then there is one-third attorney’s fee. In the end, when I dream at night and am doing my Closing Argument, I am telling all the jurors what I just shared with you.

Alexa: How do you really feel about insurance companies? Paul: Insurance companies do not negotiate in good faith to resolve a case. My first ten years of practicing, I only had to file suit in 25-30% of my cases because insurance companies would attempt to negotiate a fair and reasonable settlement. Over the years the insurance companies have come up with a game plan, which is to drag a case out until the week before trial with the hope that the accident victim will become disgusted and want to settle for anything. They do all they can to make the victim feel like they’ve done something wrong and it’s just not right. It’s why I am proud to advocate for my clients to remedy the wrong that has been done to them and be the lawyer who solves their problems like the one who solved my parents’ problem.

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company propaganda, became skeptical about personal injury cases. One of the problems that we are experiencing is that jurors will supplant their own personal biases for the EVIDENCE that they have heard in the courtroom. For example, just because the Plaintiff can walk into the courtroom doesn’t mean he is not suffering every day. Or just because the Plaintiff’s car wasn’t destroyed, it doesn’t mean she wasn’t hurt. The opposite is true as well. The vast majority of jurors listen very carefully to the Judge’s instructions as to the applicable law and carefully evaluate and scrutinize the testimony of witnesses, and any other documents or photographs that are admitted into evidence. In the end I believe that our juries get the verdict right.

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We Remember Paula Young, BAYADA LPN Paula Young was a quiet hero; a shining example of the caring BAYADA Nurses who share a passion for healing and helping adults and seniors in Atlantic County and throughout the country. Passing away in February after a battle with breast cancer, Paula is deeply missed by all who knew her. Paula had a long, 34-year nursing career, first in hospitals, then doctors’ offices, and most recently, in home care. She cared for BAYADA client Kasandra A. (23) at her home in Tuckerton for the past 10 years. Even in the midst of her own health issues—which included a double mastectomy, chemotherapy, and serious complications arising from her treatment—Paula continued to think of Kasandra first. Paula’s positive, selfless attitude throughout her illness was an inspiration to her friends on her BAYADA care team. “Paula was amazingly upbeat, even when we visited her in the hospital. She always thought of others before herself,� says Janice Bucknam, her client services manager at the BAYADA Home Health Care Atlantic City office. “Her clients loved her, and she will be remembered as an important part of our team. Her family should be proud that she was such a caring individual.� Kasandra’s sister, Marisol, remembers Paula fondly as someone who loved life. Marisol says Paula adored her son and three grandchildren, 80s music, the beach, and the boardwalk. “Paula cared for my sister very well. She would do anything for her,� Marisol recalls. “She always took her out anywhere she wanted to go, and she’d bring the dog along because that made Kassie happy. Paula wasn’t afraid to go anywhere with my sister, and they’d have lunch out every Saturday. We were so happy to have her.�

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Thank you, Paula, for leaving a legacy of selflessness, compassion, and care. We will always remember you with great fondness and love.

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BAYADA Home Health Care Celebrates National Nurses Week During National Nurses Week, BAYADA Honors one LPN’s 30 Years of Care n celebration of National Nurses Week, BAYADA recognizes all the exceptional nurses in Atlantic and Cumberland counties who work every day to provide high-quality care to adults and seniors in need. We especially thank one of our own, BAYADA Nurse Terry Stavoli, LPN, who has cared for one of our clients for 30 years.

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David B. of Vineland and his BAYADA Nurse, Terry Stavoli, LPN.

to understand what David is saying,” Terry says, “He will turn his head or blink.”

Specialized Care Director of BAYADA’s Atlantic City office Maryann Prudhomme is very appreciative of Terry and the value of her close relationship with David and his family. “There are many benefits that come from our nurses developing personal, long-term relationships with our clients and their families,” Maryann says “The biggest

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Featured On The Cover one for me is the consistency of care. After 30 years, Terry knows David and what his needs are. Since she knows him so well, she can immediately pick up on any changes in his condition.” Terry explains that David’s medical condition makes him prone to infection and other complications that would be important to catch early. “David’s health can change within a matter of hours. That’s why I have to be consistent with monitoring his vitals and providing therapy,” Terry explains. “I’m constantly alert to any change in David’s condition. I regularly monitor his body temperature and if I’m concerned I’ll alert his doctor, who will come over for any change in condition.This allows us to keep one step ahead of any impending infections.” Terry told us a recent story to illustrate what she means. One day, she noticed that David’s temperature had risen, and she could tell by some unusual behavior that he was experiencing respiratory difficulty. Because of her early alert and discussion with David’s mother and doctor, he was admitted to the hospital without delay and received a life-saving tracheostomy to help him breathe.

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5 “It’s so gratifying! It doesn’t even feel like a job to me.” - BAYADA Nurse Terry Stavoli, LPN

5 But what Terry enjoys most about her time with David is the fulfillment she gets watching him make progress and enjoy himself, and her opportunity to make a positive difference in his life. “Hands-down, I just love the inspiration David gives me,” Terry exclaims, “Seeing his smile every day makes it all worthwhile.”

A Unique Bond Terry enjoys spending time with David and just sharing the simple joys and activities of daily living. When the weather’s nice, Terry will push David in his wheelchair around the neighborhood or sit out in front of his house, under a tree. When they are together, David enjoys playing board games and looking through his 1987 yearbook and family photo albums. Terry and David watch television sitcoms together, but they also do daily exercises that are good for David’s health. Terry leads him through pulleyassisted stretches and racket activities to exercise his arms. They do a range of motion workout on a mat table, and Terry helps him stand up on a tilt table for weight-bearing exercises that are good for his legs.

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Coastal Fashion With A Modern Bohemian Flair Keep an eye out for our 2nd location hitting Ocean City this summer!! #seagrassboutique #resortist ACW: What sets your boutique apart from other clothing stores? What makes Seagrass unique? .HYLQ All items in the boutique have been hand-selected to offer an assortment of clothing that is not only unique and of the highest g quality, q y but bold, versatile, feminine and edgy. Each designer featured at Seagrass is fresh and original to the Jersey Shore, bringing both new arrivals and mini-capsule collections in conjunction with an intriguing trend table that showcases today’s “Can’t Live Without� styles, as well as “Up to the Moment� jewelry & accessories.

ACW: How do you define “coastal fashion�?� .HYLQ This refers to garments that are inspired by travel, comfort, and the arts. These garments embrace a beach lifestyle mentality that speaks to a global modern-bohemian vision. Coastal fashion not only feels luxurious, but also is ready to be thrown on for any occasion or packed into a suitcase for that lastminute trip. It’s about going through life with an ease that’s both alluring and inspiring.

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ACW: Do you offer any sunglasses or statement eyewear? .HYLQ With our focus on “coastal fashion� we chose to carry RAEN, a classics-driven, boutique eyewear brand. Every RAEN frame is hand-finished, hypoallergenic and each style is inspired by their individual designers’ own adventures in life. New standout frames include the Gilman, the Benson, the Torrey and the oversized chunky cat-eye, Durante.

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So, how is this accomplished? We can all control the impact that stimuli have on us, if we simply understand the science of breath. Our breath is the connection between our minds and our bodies, so the observation and control of our breath allows us to understand ourselves and correct imbalances. In tantric yoga, this is done with the use of breath control, body movements and positioning, and visualization, which allow the practitioner to control the impact of yoga practice.

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For example, if you are tired and lethargic, you can practice in a way which visualizes the breath moving through open areas of the body, focusing on the inhalation breath and the upper body. If you are anxious and stressed out, you can practice visualizing the breath moving through closed areas of the body, focus on the exhalation breath and the lower body. The result of the first practice will be lightness and expansiveness; the result of the second, grounding and steadiness. This is so regardless of the practice you attend.

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Almost every weight loss client says, “I know what to do; I just can’t do it.� It seems simple enough to drop some pounds and inches: Eat wholesome foods in the right amounts and move more. But if it’s that straightforward, why are so many Americans overweight or obese? It’s never just about food. At a conscious level, most people know what to do; but old patterns and beliefs are powerful and they become so embedded that it’s often challenging to move beyond them. Hypnosis and coaching can help you develop a better mindset and address weight management challenges at a deeper level. You might expect a hypnosis practitioner / wellness coach to tell you that with the right tools and techniques, weight management is easy. Even with this empowering approach, it takes work; but after a short while, being on a healthy path begins to feel natural.

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increases breast cancer? Breast cancer is caused by a vast number of factors. What may surprise you is that hormone disruptors (environmental chemicals in our food, air, cosmetics, cleaning supplies, plastics, etc.) have been found to play a strong role. It may interest you to know that there are male alligators born in Florida with questionable genitalia; i.e., small penises rendering them unable to mate, and infertility. In humans, this excess of estrogen, called xenoestrogenic estrogen, renders many women to have uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, and fibrocystic breast disease. And yes, synthetic estrogenic compounds are a main cause of the dozens of causes that increase the risk of breast cancer. There are some who are at increased risk of developing breast cancer --- such as the fetus (high levels of synthetic xenoestrogenic chemicals are found in the umbilical cord of males and females), those with underactive thyroids, those with diets low in indole-3-carbinol (cabbage, broccoli, brussels sprouts), those who abuse alcohol (prevents the breakdown of all types of estrogen), those who are overweight and obese (fat cells contain carcinogenic estrogen), those who have fibrocystic breast disease, those who take oral contraceptives (especially OCs containing synthetic progestin or progestogens), and those who have genetically reduced levels of proteins that protect against DNA damage. In order for estrogen to stay in balance in the body, it must be in the correct ratio with other female (progesterone) and male (testosterone, DHEA) sex hormones. If something is blocking the production of male hormones, which happens with a hysterectomy and a tubal ligation, then there is a higher ratio of estrogen to testosterone. It may interest you to know that scientists are finding male alligators born in Florida have excess synthetic estrogen and are born with questionable genitalia; i.e., small penises rendering them unable to mate, and consequent infertility. There appears to be breast cancer hysteria in this country. Many think that breast cancer is caused by estrogen and, as a result, do not take hormonal therapy. Interestingly, there has not been a decrease in breast cancer even though millions upon millions of women stopped taking hormones secondary to confusing 2002 results from the Women’s Health Initiative Study. Statistics are that only 15-20% of women currently receive hormonal therapy, with an even smaller percentage taking bioidentical hormonal replacement therapy. Natural hormones are short-lived,

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remaining in your body only for the time necessary to do their jobs. They don’t accumulate in the tissues and are easily broken down and eliminated. Many of you know of a woman with a perfect mammogram who then died within the next year of metastatic breast cancer. Clearly, using only the mammogram for detection of breast cancer isn’t ideal. One-half of American women have fibrocystic breast disease. Dense breasts show up white on mammograms. Black is good; white can mean you have breast cancer. Dense breasts require doctors to order repeat mammograms, ultrasound testing, and biopsies. This precipitates patients to experience much anxiety and fear death. Guidance from the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology suggests reports of dense breasts should not trigger recommendations for supplemental breast imaging routinely; rather, clinicians should consider subsequent screening to include concomitant digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT). DBT has been shown to be an advance over digital mammography with increased cancer detection rates and fewer patient recalls for additional testing. Although DBT is a welcome advance in detection, the MRI of the breasts remains the most diagnostically accurate test --- but is not reimbursed by insurance. There are four types of radiological categories describing fibrocystic breast disease: almost entirely fat, scattered fibroglandular density, heterogeneous density, and extremely dense. Ask your doctor to order a mammogram that specifies the type of fibrocystic breast disease you have. A big part of the confusion about replacing hormones is that medicine is not a gentle language. There are literally hundreds of types of estrogen. The menopausal hormone I learned to prescribe in medical school is Premarin (made from the urine of horses), which is a problem because it contains 63 types of estrogen, not one of which a female human makes or needs. You need to know that there are anticarcinogenic types of estrogen called 2-Methoxyestrone and 2-Methoxyestradiol and carcinogenic types of estrogen called 16 Alpha Hydroxyestrone. Consider a 24-hour urine test that tells you your ratio of carcinogenic to anti-carcinogenic estrogens. Never take synthetic progesterone (called progestins or progestogens). Always replace the bioidentical hormone progesterone to balance the effects of estrogen, whether or not you have a uterus. To decrease your risk of getting breast cancer: limit exposure to chemicals, treat underactive thyroid, take a supplement called DIM, limit alcohol, lose fat, decrease dense breasts with iodine (after a 24-hour urine test) and bioidentical progesterone, and limit exposure to oral contraceptives.

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However, there is a new therapy that is a “biologic� and not a chemical/drug, called monoclonal antibody. Cytopoint, an FDA-approved therapy for dogs with allergy, actually targets the immune system, with canine antibodies to a pro-inflammatory compound called interleukin 31. Allergy dogs have high levels of IL 31, and this is the biological compound in the pet’s body that stimulates the itch. Cytopoint “attaches� itself to IL 31 and neutralizes it! Thus IL 31 cannot signal the body to itch. Wow! This is a huge breakthrough as it stops the itch where it actually starts, and does not just cover up the itch symptoms. Monoclonal antibody therapy is the new wave of “targeted biologicals�; that is, antibodies “target� the specific mechanism of pathology. There are huge implications for the treatment of many diseases this way, including cancer. Injections are given once a month for 3 months, then, on average, about every 2-3 months, depending on the pet and the allergy season. Typically within 24 hours the itch is significantly better. Sometimes we will also give an oral dose of Apoquel, which also targets itch cells for faster relief. Because Cytopoint is NOT a drug, there are no drug interactions so most all dogs can receive this, even dogs with liver or kidney problems as it is not metabolized in those organs. Give your dogs the relief they need today, without relying on drugs! Now at Newkirk Family Veterinarians. Winner for four years in a row, Best of the Press, for BEST Veterinary Hospital.

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Mark Taylor Owner 3007 Ocean Heights Ave, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 Vitamins are essentials – the substances your body needs to function normally. You can usually get the vitamins you need from a healthy, balanced diet.1 Add a “rainbow of color� to your diet and you increase your chances of getting what you need. But some people lack certain vitamins, so they need supplements.1 Ask your doctor whether or not you do. And remember: too much of a good thing can be bad for you. So be careful not to overdo. Here are the basics about vitamins: Vitamin A helps with vision, bone growth, and reproduction. It also plays a role in cell division and promoting healthy surface linings in eyes and other places in your body. Sources of vitamin A include beef and chicken liver, carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, spinach, and cantaloupe.2,3 B vitamins such as B6 and B12 are versatile, helping with many of the body’s functions. This includes forming red blood cells and helping your body get or make energy from food (a process called metabolism). You mostly find B vitamins in proteins such as tuna, salmon, poultry, beef liver, and dairy products. Some foods, such as breakfast cereals and breads, are also fortified with B vitamins.4 Vitamin C helps the body form collagen (a fibrous protein) in blood vessels, bones, cartilage, and muscle. Fruits high in vitamin C include guava, oranges, kiwi, and strawberries. Vegetables high in vitamin C include raw red and green sweet peppers, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and sweet potatoes.3 Vitamin D works with calcium to maintain bone strength and quality. Vitamin D is also involved in cell growth, as well as nerve, muscle, and immune functioning. And it can reduce inflammation in the body. Few foods contain vitamin D. However, it is found in fatty fish such as salmon and tuna, and in fish liver oils. Orange juice, milk, and yogurt may be fortified with vitamin D. You may also get some vitamin D from sunlight.5

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Vitamin E is an antioxidant. It helps protect cells from damage. Vitamin E also is involved with immune function and metabolism. Sources of vitamin E include wheat germ oil, sunflower seeds, almonds, peanut butter, and sunflower or safflower oil.6 Vitamin K helps make proteins for healthy bones and tissues and for blood clotting. Foods high in vitamin K include dark berries and green, leafy vegetables such as kale, spinach, turnip greens, and collards.7 Sometimes doctors prescribe vitamins. But sometimes vitamins may interact with certain medications.8,9 If you have questions about any of this, I’d be glad to talk it over with you. I can also answer your questions about Health Mart brand vitamins. Or you can go to www.healthmart.com to learn more about the Health Mart Vitamin Finder. This is a new Internet-based, personalized tool to help you make smart decisions about vitamins. Nothing herein constitutes medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or is a substitute for professional advice. You should always seek the advice of your physician or other medical professional if you have questions or concerns about a medical condition. Sources 1. MedlinePlus: “Vitamins.â€? Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/ medlineplus/vitamins.html. Accessed March 14, 2012. 50/ 6ɉJL VM +PL[HY` :\WWSLTLU[Z! ¸=P[HTPU ( HUK *HYV[LUVPKZ š (]HPSHISL H[! O[[W! VKZ VK UPO NV] MHJ[ZOLL[Z ]P[HTPUH (JJLZZLK March 14, 2012. (TLYPJHU (JHKLT` VM -HTPS` 7O`ZPJPHUZ! ¸=P[HTPUZ HUK 4PULYHSZ! /V^ [V .L[ >OH[ @V\ 5LLK š (]HPSHISL H[! O[[W! MHTPS`KVJ[VY VYN MHTPS`KVJ[VY LU WYL]LU[PVU ^LSSULZZ MVVK U\[YP[PVU U\[YPLU[Z ]P[HTPUZ HUK TPULYHSZ OV^ [V NL[ ^OH[ `V\ ULLK WYPU[LY]PL^ HSS html. Accessed March 14, 2012. 4. MedlinePlus: “Vitamins.â€? Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/ medlineplus/bvitamins.html. Accessed March 14, 2012. 50/ 6ɉJL VM +PL[HY` :\WWSLTLU[Z! ¸ =P[HTPU + š (]HPSHISL H[! O[[W! VKZ VK UPO NV] MHJ[ZOLL[Z =P[HTPU+ /LHS[O7YVMLZZPVUHS Accessed March 14, 2012. 50/ 6ɉJL VM +PL[HY` :\WWSLTLU[Z! ¸=P[HTPU , š (]HPSHISL H[! O[[W! VKZ VK UPO NV] MHJ[ZOLL[Z ]P[HTPUL (JJLZZLK 4HYJO 7. MedlinePlus: “Vitamin K.â€? Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/ medlineplus/vitamink.html. Accessed March 14, 2012. 50/ 6ɉJL VM +PL[HY` :\WWSLTLU[Z! ¸=P[HTPU ) š (]HPSHISL H[! O[[W! VKZ VK UPO NV] MHJ[ZOLL[Z ]P[HTPUI (JJLZZLK 4HYJO 2012. 50/ 6ɉJL VM +PL[HY` :\WWSLTLU[Z! ¸=P[HTPU ) š (]HPSHISL H[! O[[W! VKZ VK UPO NV] MHJ[ZOLL[Z ]P[HTPUI (JJLZZLK 4HYJO 2012.

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May Is National Pet Month-Treat Your Four-Legged Friend To Jolly Pets! seats and safety belts for the safety of your pets traveling in the car. In addition, Barb carries airline bags that are approved for traveling on an airplane and interactive toys. At Jolly Pets, Barb offers a full-service groomer for your dog. Your dog can get a haircut, bath, nail clippings, ear cleanings, or anything else that contributes to the overall health and beauty of your pet. Her groomer only does one dog at a time, allowing for a wonderful experience. Additionally, for your dogs health, Barb offers shampoos, conditioners, and pest control solutions. During store hours, a lot of people bring their dogs in just to socialize, because Barb’s dogs are usually with her at the store. They are like kids in a candy shop. Celebrate National Pet Month by treating your four-legged friend to a special trip to Jolly Pets Supplies & Grooming.

Barbara (Barb) Jolly, owner of Jolly Pets Supplies & Grooming, opened her mom-and-pop pet supplies store six years ago on Ventnor Avenue. Jolly Pets is not your ordinary pet shop. It is the most unique pet shop on Absecon Island. As her business continues to grow, she now carries a full line of natural foods and treats, all made in the U.S. She carries fresh frozen food, toys, beds, leashes, clothing and anything else you could possibly want for your four-legged friends. If there is something she does not have, she can special order it for you! Many of her customers enjoy the great high-quality brands they carry. They also offer speciality items, such as life jackets for your dogs who enjoy boating and booster

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DIABETES: A Chronic Health Condition Submitted by Sam Jonuzi, N.D. & Pia Gardiner, M.D., Atlantic Integrative Medical Center

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1. Bisphenol A (BPA): present in plastic food and beverage containers 2. Persistent organic pollutants: like PCBs, TCDD, POPs and others Most of our patients are asking if diabetes can be cured. I always give them a very simple answer: a CURE is not out there, but is built within every one of us. A cure is natural and is born within us. If you think that there is a cure for anything out there, you are misleading yourself. If anyone tells you they have a cure, it is a simple lie. Everyone in the practice of medicine is practicing a healing art. Conventional doctors practice healing by using medications or chemical agents to suppress symptoms. On the other side, naturopathic doctors practice healing by using naturally derived supplements or therapies to stimulate patients’ healing force within.

iabetes is an endocrine gland disorder that deals with the pancreas. The pancreas is a gland/organ that produces an enzyme called insulin. Insulin regulates sugar (glucose) levels in our body. Sugar is our full (energy source) that gets us going. Anything we consume turns into sugar, so regulating the levels of full into our temple is so important. Remember enzymes are catalysts that get the reaction going. Diabetes mellitus (commonly called diabetes) is a condition characterized by hyperglycemia (high sugar levels into the bloodstream).

There are three types of diabetes: 1. Type 1 diabetes, also called juvenile-onset or insulin dependent. 2. Type 2 diabetes, also called adult-onset non insulin dependent. 3. Gestational diabetes, which occurs during pregnancy.

The Pathophysiology (Causes) Of The Condition As a naturopath, I believe that there will be no need to treat if you prevent. In order to prevent, you need to understand the cause. Certain metabolic abnormalities and pathological changes that are associated with diabetes may include increased production of oxygen-derived free radicals, excessive protein glycation, and intracellular accumulation of sorbitol. 1. Free radicals: Diabetics have been reported to have significantly higher concentrations of lipid peroxidation products and lower concentrations of antioxidants like Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and glutathione. 2. Glycation of proteins: Protein involves the irreversible binding of a reducing sugar. Glycated proteins undergo further reactions to form advanced glycation end products (AGEs). Strategies to decrease exposure to glycated proteins are to have sufficient supplies of inhibitors like Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, and an alpha lipoic acid. Avoid foods that contain high concentration of AGEs, like meat cooked at high temperatures. 3. Sorbitol accumulation: is a factor that contributes to diabetes complications. When glucose levels are elevated, sorbitol is synthesized inside cells faster than it can be metabolized.

Dietary Factors A patient with diabetes should be educated regarding the proper frequency, timing, size, and micronutrient content of meals, so as to minimize postprandial hyperglycemia and avoid episodes of hypoglycemia. Education is the best medicine for diabetic patients. Major factors to take into consideration are diet, exercise and weight loss, meal frequencies, cooking methods, glycemic index and load, sucrose, fructose, fiber, whole grains, processed and fast food, alcohol and coffee consumption. I would like to add three more important items to be taken into consideration with diabetes: a gluten-free diet, vegan diet and Oolong tea. The most beneficial therapy is intravenous (IV) therapy. Due to excessive nutritional mineral, vitamin and antioxidant deficiency, bypassing the digestive system is important. At Atlantic Integrative Medical Center, we offer an alternative IV protocol for chronic conditions, which is a combination of super oxygen, super antioxidants and super nutrition in order to support the healing force within. We do not treat diabetes... we treat people who happen to have diabetes. IV therapy is a tool that allows our physicians to harness a healing mechanism that our human ancestors lost long ago. IV nutritional therapy is among the few medical treatments that doctors, nurses and health practitioners do themselves. I, myself, take treatments for prevention and almost everyone on our staff does too.

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“The Best Way To Multiply Your Happiness Is To Share It With Others” – Unkown

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Dr. Nina’s What You Need To Know About Keeping Personal Items Personal:

And, too, we can contract pink eye, herpes simplex virus, or keratitis, an inflammation of the cornea that can affect the eye itself. Although it usually clears without any permanent problems, in some instances it can cause scarring to the transparent front part of they eye (the cornea) which can lead to permanent loss of vision. Solution: DON’T DO IT. No one ever got hurt from not having killer lashes.

TOOTHBRUSHES I agree with the quote by Denis Waitley: “A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing person inside.” So, let’s make sure to share a smile often, but when it comes to sharing toothbrushes: “fuggedaboutit.” A reminder, our mouths are dirtier than a toilet. So if you think you want to clean your mouth, do it, but not with someone else’s toothbrush. The solution: pick up a few extra toothbrushes the next time you are at the store. And in general, make sure to get a new toothbrush every 2-3 months so we can keep our pearly whites shining.

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JARS The thick consistency of lotions, creams, and gels are similar to agar which scientists use in Petri dishes to purposely grow germs. So, when we dip our hands or fingers into the jar, we can transfer what is on them into the jar. And the next person who comes along can then pick up these germs. This is a similar concept to double dipping with dips, sauces, and salsa. Some simple solutions

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LIP GLOSS and LIPSTICKS It makes me cringe when I think about the following fact—our mouths are = dirtier than a toilet seat in terms of the number of bacteria per square inch as well as the types of bacteria!! Ewwwwww! In one collaborative study by researchers

When we knick ourselves shaving, we can bleed. And, too, plucking a hair with tweezers can result in microscopic bleeding. We know that there are = a number of blood-borne pathogens such as HIV, hepatitis B and C, that are transmitted via blood. That being said, we should never share razors or tweezers, and for that matter, nail cutters that can cause bleeding. One easy solution is to pick up disposable razors to have in stock for visitors and if you are at a salon or barber shop, make sure that they observe proper disinfecting techniques. Because germs are microscopic, meaning we cannot see them with our naked eye, we often forget that they are lurking, even in personal beauty and makeup items. That means we probably do not think much of it when we ask to use a friend’s jar of lotion or lip gloss. And it is true that most of the germs that are harbored in these products are harmless, there are some that can cause harm. That being said, let’s vow to keep personal items, personal.

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from the University of Oslo, Norway and the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, it was found that, on average, there are more than 700 species of bacteria in our mouths. And, infection can be transferred from one individual to another via lip care and makeup items used by a person suffering from any kind of infection. Take, for example, oral herpes which is responsible for cold cores. And, too, I would like to add that eating utensils, drinking cups or straws, and cigarettes can spread oral germs when shared.

MASCARA Our eyelashes are not just a decoration or for dramatic purposes of “batting = our eyes,” they function to keep debris such as dust and germs out of them. That means that when we use the mascara wand to get the lashes of our dreams, the wand is also coming into contact with germs and getting inserted into the mascara container. The characteristics of the container—dry, dark—are a fertile breeding ground for germs. So the next person, including ourselves, is often applying not just mascara, but germs to their lashes which can come into contact with the eye. Our eyes, along with our nose and mouth, have a special mucus membrane that serves as a portal for germs into our body.

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Atlantic City Ballet Ends 34th Season With Swan Lake Of all the great classics, Swan Lake remains the quintessential ballet of all time. It is the story of romance, sorcery and betrayal, and centered on one of life’s most recognizable themes, the struggle between good and evil. Ms. Papa infuses Atlantic City Ballet’s production with a new passion that embodies all the beauty, strength, and grace of classical ballet. The Atlantic &LW\ %DOOHW LV EULQJLQJ WKLV WLPHOHVV FODVVLF WR WKH VWDJH DV WKH JUDQG ÀQDOH of their 2016/2017 season. Their 34th season will culminate with an end of season fundraiser on June9th at the Golden Nugget in AC. After a short break the ballet will begin its 35th Season by continuing its residency at the Circus Maximus Theater at Caesars Hotel. Their first performance will be Visions on Sunday July 30th. The company will perform every month bringing a new ballet to AC which will include Ballet Goes Broadway, In the Eye of the Storm, Dracula and Nutcracker. There’s a lot in store for the company next season. They’ll be taking their performances on the road with performances at The Strand in Lakewood, NJ and out west with stops in L.A., Arizona and possibly Mexico City, Mexico Founded in 1982, by International Ballerina, Phyllis Papa, the Atlantic City Ballet is comprised of professional dancers from around the world and have earned national acclaim for their technical expertise and exuberant stage presence. Although their home base is in Historic Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, the Ballet has performed in theaters all along the east coast. Their repertoire of original works includes such classics as A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Sleeping Beauty and Swan Lake but Ms. Papa is most known for her innovative works such as Dracula, Caught Up In The Swing and her full length Carmen. Since its inception, the Atlantic City Ballet has served as one of the cultural treasures of New Jersey and continues a tradition of dance excellence for future generations of ballet audiences.

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Summertime Can Be The Most Fun Time Of The Year Your Child Has! School is out and it’s time to let loose and be free. With the advance of electronic devices being readily available these days, it’s easy for a child to accumulate many hours upon hours of screen time. Summer camp encourages kids to unplug from technology, ÀQG WKHLU FUHDWLYH VLGH DQG MXVW EH D NLG &DPS enhances your child’s entire life experience! Camp By The Sea provides the opportunity to engage in a diverse set of activities which offer children the opportunity to succeed in ways other than just school and team sports. Success in some of those areas can help foster self–esteem and confidence

they can take with them into their next school year. Camp offers time for free play that encourages children to think independently, choose activities that are appealing to them and develop friendships and bonds with other children their age that will last a lifetime. With activities such as yoga, art, sports, swim, surfing, nature, theatre, dance, day trips and overnight camp, children ages 2-16 are sure to have their summer days filled with fun and laughter while growing creatively and intellectually. Our staff consists of experienced teachers and counselors to assure the safety and wellbeing of your child.

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Upcoming Events - Alzheimer’s Support Groups - at Seashore Gardens Living Center May 9th and June 13th at 5:30pm - Seashore Gardens Centennial Golf Tournament at Ron Jaworski’s Blue Heron Pines Golf Club -May 22, 2017 - Seashore Gardens Foundation Annual Gala at Seashore Gardens Living Center August 10, 2017 - National Nursing Home Week: Monday May 15th - Friday May 19th - Mother’s Day Social: Sunday May 14th 2017 - Father’s Day Social: Sunday June 18th 2017

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Mother’s Day

There is historical background on just about everything, including Mother’s Day. The National Women’s History Project has information about the history of Mother’s Day and it is quite interesting. The information provided reflects that Mother’s Day began as early as 1858 when a woman by the name of Ann Jarvis, who was an Appalachian “homemaker,” as the term was referred to at the time, organized what was known as “Mother’s Work Days.”

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The concept of the work day was to improve sanitation and prevent death as a result of “disease-bearing insects as well as seepage of polluted water.” Later, in 1872, Julia Ward Howe was known to have established a day for mothers and peace after the Franco-Prussian War. After the death of Ann Jarvis, in an effort to memorialize her mother’s life of activism, Anna Jarvis campaigned for a Mother’s Day resolution from Congress. By May of 1907, the second Sunday was designated as Mother’s Day at a church in West Virginia where Ann Jarvis was known to have taught Sunday school. Also, on the second Sunday in May of 1907, there was a service that was hosted at the Wannamaker Auditorium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is reported that over 15,000 people showed up for the service. Currently this location is now known as Macy’s; however, the Wannamaker building was known for its prestige and architecture in downtown Philadelphia. By the year 1912, the “custom” of celebrating Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in the month of May had spread across the United States. West Virginia and Pennsylvania had proclaimed Mother’s Day as a national holiday. In 1914 our very own President Woodrow Wilson had signed a Congressional Resolution for Mother’s Day. Keep in mind that it would not be until six years later he would grant women the right to vote. In 1920 Ann Jarvis began to feel as though Mother’s Day was being too commercialized and attempted to have the resolution rescinded. Its purpose then was (and still is today) to celebrate “our mothers” for their strength and commitment to their families and their communities. Although the celebration of mothers around the world is designated on one specific day of the year, I believe it is important to reflect on the efforts made by all mothers on a daily basis. The traditional role of a mother has evolved quite dramatically since the 1800s. Mothers have become more educated with higher-level degrees—they are doctors, lawyers, business professionals; they represent the United States military and serve in combat zones; they run major corporations; they serve as public officials, police officers, firefighters; and the list goes on and on. There are many mothers who work full time and contribute to the household income. Some of these amazing mothers may now even be the head of the financial household.

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In addition to out-of-the-home employment, many women essentially work a second shift upon their return to the family home in which they become the “chief operating officer” of the family empire. This position entails the management of everything from transportation for their children to and from after-school activities to dinner and, yes, even laundry. Now, for those dads out there who may feel slighted, they too are an integral part of the family unit. However, it is usually Mom who provides direction and facilitation of the daily schedules. It is also important to recognize those mothers who volunteer at school functions time and time again for all of our children. These mothers appear to effortlessly organize pasta dinners before sporting events, decorate gymnasiums for school dances, bake for school fundraisers and keep working mothers like myself organized. As a society we tend to lose sight of the mothers “who are always there” because they are not looking for anything in return. These are the mothers who are always putting our children before themselves and who make sacrifices to always be there for “the kids.”

This publication is submitted with gratitude to my mother, my mother-in-law, my sisters and all of those mothers who make my life a lot easier by working in the trenches of volunteerism on a daily basis to enhance the well-being of others. Happy Mother’s Day and thank you for always being there! References: http://www.nationalwomenshistory project, Retrieved on April 3, 2017.

Rita King, MSW, LCSW is a full-time mental health therapist and advocate of women’s history. During her undergraduate studies in psychology, Rita developed a strong passion for women’s history after completing classes in political science. As an activist, Rita has raised awareness of the importance of women’s history through lectures, history lessons in elementary and middle schools and creating women’s history displays at local libraries. Rita also utilizes her knowledge of women’s history to empower women and young girls in her current role as a mental health therapist.

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Every Day Heroes In Your Community Ordinary people can do extraordinary things by volunteering their time to help others with the American Red Cross. You can have a positive impact on your community – and yes, help save lives. The Red Cross awarded some of its outstanding volunteers in Monmouth, Ocean and Atlantic Counties who go above and beyond to help others in need. Highlighted here are a few of the every day heroes honored recently.

fire departments, conducting presentations to explain the services Red Cross can provide to families after a home fire. Lori also supports members of the Armed Forces and its veterans as part of the Service to the Armed Forces team of volunteers.

American Red Cross Jersey Coast Pacesetter Award Terry Studnicky of Toms River, Ocean County

American Red Cross of Southern Shore New Jersey Board Chair Donna Schempp (left) presents the Outstanding Volunteer Service Award to Brenda Ball (center) while Red Cross Volunteer Services Chief Michelle Esposito looks on during the Red Cross Volunteer Recognition event in Pleasantville, New Jersey on Thursday, March 9, 2017.

American Red Cross Jersey Coast volunteers Lori Alvarez (left) and Terry Studnicky receive Pacesetter Awards during the Red Cross Volunteer Recognition event in Ocean, New Jersey on Thursday, March 30, 2017.

Terry volunteers with nearly all Red Cross lines of service and has been doing so for more than ten years. This past year in particular, has been marked by her standout and consistent support of the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign. Working in an administrative capacity, Terry helps in the days prior to canvassing events by assembling educational materials and packing the trailers with needed supplies. Terry enjoys attending Home Fire Campaign events and educating residents about fire safety. Having seen the devastation of fires, Terry makes it a priority to be part of this lifesaving campaign. Terry continues to inspire all at the Red Cross with her dedication year after year, and our Home Fire Campaign is strengthened through her unwavering commitment and volunteer service.

To read about all of the amazing New Jersey volunteers honored, visit redcross.org/NJ.

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American Red Cross of Southern Shore New Jersey Outstanding Volunteer Service Award Brenda Ball of Galloway, Atlantic County Brenda is a Lead Volunteer with Red Cross Disaster Services who is extremely dedicated to the Red Cross mission and committed to serving her community. Brenda is always at the ready to provide compassionate care to those devastated by disasters and can regularly be found running out in the middle of the night to provide comfort and emergency financial assistance to families who have been displaced by home fires. She also helps the New Jersey Region prepare for largescale disasters by conducting shelter surveys, ensuring space is available should a shelter need to be opened. Brenda also mentors new volunteers, lends a helping hand around the office and supports Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces programs. During her five years with the Red Cross, Brenda has volunteered more than 700 hours and has been on-call and ready to respond to disasters for an additional 1,800 hours!

Home Fire Campaign The American Red Cross has launched the Home Fire Campaign to reduce the number of home fire-related deaths and injuries by 25 percent by 2020. Working together in communities across the nation, the Red Cross, fire departments, businesses, schools, nonprofits, neighborhood leaders and others are mobilizing resources and volunteers to stamp out needless fire deaths. We canvass neighborhoods, install free smoke alarms and deliver fire prevention information in places we know have a high amount of home fires. Help us SOUND THE ALARM in New Jersey this October and participate in a nationwide initiative. Join us as we bring fire safety to 21 counties in 21 days, installing thousands of free smoke alarms in New Jersey homes that need them. Get involved with the Home Fire Campaign! Learn more and sign up to volunteer at redcross.org/SoundTheAlarmNJ.

American Red Cross Jersey Coast Pacesetter Award Lori Alvarez of Howell, Monmouth County Lori is also a Lead Volunteer with Red Cross Disaster Services and is a member of the Monmouth Ocean Disaster Leadership Committee. In addition to responding to help families displaced by home fires, Lori meets with local

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You can take the quiche with you and cut at the beach, or cool and cut into individual servings and take them with you. Either way, make sure you keep them in a cooler until ready to enjoy. A nice accompaniment to the quiche is caponata, which can be enjoyed on top of the quiche or over crackers. This dish is also served cold.

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The beauty of this recipe is how versatile it is. Feel free to sub out any of the vegetables or add a protein based on what you have on hand or what you like. Even the seasonings or cheese can be changed – the possibilities are endless! Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. If not using a pie shell, lightly grease a 8 inch square foil pan and set aside. Saute all the vegetables, except for the tomato. Stir in the basil and put the h mixture i into i the h crust. T Top with i h tomatoes and cheese. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yoks and heavy whipping cream, adding the dash of cayenne after they have been thoroughly mixed. Pour this mixture over the top of the pie shell contents and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

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In a large saucepan over high heat, cook eggplant, zucchini, mushrooms, onions, celery and garlic in the oil for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the vinegar, capers, sugar and salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are fork tender. Stir in tomatoes and olives and bring to a boil over high heat. Spoon mixture into a bowl, cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours or until well chilled.

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About the Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter:

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But there will be no time to sit back and chill on June 21—the summer solstice— when the Alzheimer’s Association and supporters across the country commemorate The Longest DayŽ, the organization’s newest, signature, team-focused event that raises dollars for Alzheimer’s research, care and support. Begun in 2012, The Longest Day encourages participants to do something that they love in honor of those living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, for whom every day is truly “The Longest Day.� In 2016, the Delaware Valley Chapter saw bridge players, knitters, golfers, hikers and many other enthusiasts using these activities as a way to have fun and do good. “We had teams that included yoga studios, assisted living facilities, companies large and small, bowling leagues and families, among many other groups that came together in a big way,� said Sue Wronsky, The Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter’s The Longest Day consultant. “Teams are already planning events and activities to honor those they love for this year’s The Longest Day.� The Delaware Valley Chapter encourages anyone who’d like to participate in The Longest Day 2017 to start or join a team, sign up, then do something they love for as long as 16 hours, or during any part of the day, while raising much-needed funds for research and programs and services that will benefit the nearly 12,000 people in Atlantic County who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. “Teams can do anything from swimming to scrapbooking,� said Wronsky. “There is no limit to what anyone can do to make a difference, whether they have a personal connection to Alzheimer’s or none at all.� To become part of a global movement this June 21 and honor those living with the most common cause of dementia while helping to end the sixth-leading cause of death in the nation, visit alz.org/thelongestday.org or email Sue Wronsky at swronsky@alz.org. The County Woman Magazine

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Leah Schwartz, Owner/Instructor of Breathe Studio, Barre and Pilates Leah’s journey started with her love for barre. She connected with the fluidity of the movements and how her body felt. Pilates was a natural progression. The more the she practiced, the more she desired to perfect her skills. In 2013 Leah began her training and certifications in Barre, and in 2016 she completed her reformer certification from Balance Body. Through out her education she has collaborated with mentors of varying practices that have diversified her technique and knowledge, and molded her abilities as an instructor. As any instructor will tell you, it takes a few tries before you find where you belong. After working for multiple gyms and studios, gaining as much experience and knowledge as she could, Leah began working at Breathe Studio for Marlena Baylinson. Little did she know when she accepted this once a week class, Breathe would become her forever home. In March of 2016, Marlena gave Leah an unimaginable offer, the chance to continue and grow the program she had started. With great gratitude, Leah accepted and became the owner of Breathe. Taking over Breathe has been a fulfilling experience for Leah. She is excited with each opportunity to learn, grow and encourage her Breathe Studio family to reach their goals just as she has.

For more information, call 609-666-4567 or visit www.breathebarreandpilates.com.

Erin Intessimoni, Relievus Erin Intessimoni’s dedication to caring for others started early: growing up, she helped care for her father, who suffered from heart disease and diabetes. After his untimely passing, Erin committed herself to finding ways to help care for others. This decision led to pursue a career in nursing. She first attended Gwynedd Mercy College where she received her Associate’s Degree of Science in Nursing and then studied at Thomas Jefferson University for her Bachelors of Science in Nursing. After graduating, Erin was hired as a registered nurse at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, where she cared for heart failure/heart transplant patients for 11 years. During this time, Erin continued her studies, going on to receive her Master’s Degree as a Nurse Practitioner, which set her on a new career path. Erin was hired at Relievus treating patients with chronic pain. Working in tandem with patients’ physicians, she helps determine the best treatment to meet their needs. Erin’s goal as a nurse practitioner at Relievus is to help improve her patient’s quality of life. Erin was born and raised in Cedar Brook, New Jersey, and currently lives in Waterford with her husband of ten years and their two children. When she’s not enjoying time with her family, Erin loves to read and cook.

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Alexa D’Amato Barrera, Esq., Counselor at Law, D’Amato Law Firm Alexa is on the Board of Directors of the Ensign John R. Elliott Foundation, FACES 4 Autism and a member of Rotary International’s Somers Point Chapter. Alexa received both the New Jersey State Bar Association’s and the Atlantic County Bar Association’s Young Lawyer of the Year Award. Alexa has been recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 in Atlantic County and as a top young lawyer by New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Stars since 2008 and as a New Jersey Super Lawyer since 2013. Alexa has been a speaker and moderator for NJAJ and on the national level for AAJ. The New Jersey State Bar Association, NJESQ Magazine and the American Associate for Justice have published her writings. Alexa lives in Linwood with her husband, Alexander J. Barrera, Esquire, their three children, Paul (8), Massimo (7), and Rocco (5), their Goldendoodle Emme, and two cats, Mickey and Minnie.

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Tracy Fiedler Santoro, CFA, CDFA, AWMA, Integrous Financial Strategies Tracy Fiedler Santoro has been in the financial services industry for 25 years. She has worked for several financial institutions including Janney Montgomery Scott, Ernst & Young and Goldman Sachs. In 2015, she moved her practice, Integrous Financial Strategies to Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, a leading full service company. Tracy takes a holistic approach getting to know her clients and then helping them define and prioritize their goals. She provides her clients with the highest level of service through on-going communication, personalized attention and expert advice. Her areas of expertise include financial guidance, retirement solutions, estate and divorce planning, insurance and education savings. Tracy also specializes in investment strategies designed specifically for women. She received her bachelor’s degree from Lafayette College where she majored in Economics and Business with a concentration in Accounting. She also holds her CFA, CPA, AWMA & CDFA as well as Series 3, 7, 63 and 65 licenses. Tracy is a proponent of community involvement. She is a board member of The Margate Board of Education, AtlantiCare, The Boy’s & Girl’s Club of Atlantic City and Greater Atlantic City Charities. She resides in Margate, NJ, with her husband, their two children and two dogs.

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Dr. Dana Spano, Owner, DS Dental Dr. Dana Spano grew up in Northfield, attending the Northfield schools and Mainland Regional High School. She earned her undergraduate degree from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Her ambition of becoming a dentist was realized when she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry at Rutgers of New Jersey. Upon graduating from dental school she worked for other dental offices, but decided that she could best fulfill her professional goals and level of excellent patient care by opening her own office. When asked, she explains that she wanted to be a dentist since she was nine years of age, and she enjoys the opportunity that dentistry affords to help people maintain their health, prevent problems with their teeth and maintain an attractive smile. Her staff consider her an excellent dentist-personable and committed to her profession. They appreciate working in an atmosphere where patients are free to feel comfortable and relaxed. As a team, Dr. Spano and her staff are dedicated to their patients, and their patients recognize this from their very first time in the office.

For more information, call 609-365-2424 or visit www.dsdentalnj.com.

Audrey Filardi, Owner, Full Circle Wellness Audrey Filardi is a nationally board certified massage therapist, Reiki master / teacher and water fitness instructor practicing for 10 years. Audrey considers herself a wellness practitioner because she offers a variety of techniques to support her client’s health and well being, including therapeutic massage, WATSU (water therapy), and medical massage. Holding a master’s degree in art therapy, Audrey worked in the mental health field for 10 years before becoming a personal trainer and fitness instructor. Audrey draws inspiration from nature’s exquisiteness and applies its healing powers throughout her entire practice. Audrey truly enjoys helping people heal naturally. All of her past endeavors have revolved around helping others become healthy. Her knowledge and experience provides her with a well rounded base in which to draw from to help customize a session for each person toward their own healing. Audrey enjoys an active lifestyle and resides in Sweetwater, NJ.

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Belinda Novelli, Owner, Salon Kink Belinda Novelli was born and raised in Philadelphia. She quickly became interested in the hair industry working in her cousin’s salon on Bainbridge Street as a teenager. She attended Jean Madeline Cosmetology School and immediately fell in love with making people look and feel their best. It wasn’t long after, she opened HeadHunters on East Passyunk Avenue and ran a successful business there for 12 years. Moving to Ventnor 14 years ago with her husband Gino, and selling her business, she had to reestablish a local clientele. Most recently, Belinda worked as a stylist and eventually managed the hair department at Esthetica Salon and Spa. Nine years later, she decided to branch out on her own again and open Salon Kink. Belinda wanted a boutique salon with a city feel. She handpicked an amazing and professional team and chose Central Square, in the heart of Linwood, to start her business in December of 2015.

For more information, call 609-788-4881 or visit www.SalonKink.com.

Tina Fiorentino, Development Director, Ronald McDonald House of Southern New Jersey As Development Director of the Ronald McDonald House of Southern New Jersey, Tina is responsible for raising money for a mission that is close to her heart: providing help to families of seriously ill children. Tina’s son was born four months early and lost his sight due to his premature birth. She spent months researching how to raise a child without sight, and found that there was very little information and support for visually challenged children. She and her husband formed a non-profit organization to provide resources and support services for families across the tri-state area. In this new chapter of her life, Tina shares RMHSNJ’s mission of providing Hope, Help and Home with eager donors and volunteers, who want to support families of sick children who travel great distances to receive specialized medical care. Tina enjoys celebrating holidays with her family, watching a movie on a rainy day, and shopping for others. She is a frequent flier to Tennessee, where her son is enrolled at Belmont University. She believes that Family, Friends, Food, Flowers and Faith are most important in her life.

For more information, call 856-966-4663 or visit www.ronaldhouse-snj.org.

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Devin Gabrielle, Medical Assistant, Go Feet Devin Gabrielle of Egg Harbor Township, has been working as a receptionist and medical assistant for Dr. Stuart W. Honick, D.P.M., P.T., since August of 2016. She always wanted the experience of working for a specialist doctor’s office and had the privilege to join Dr. Honick’s staff. She enjoys the current work that her job entails, working the back as a medical assistant. Devin enjoys engaging with the patients and giving them a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere each time they visit the office. She always hopes to bring out the best in people along with being efficient in her work. Devin has experience with taking patient vitals, performing laser treatments, preparing in office procedures, answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and being an aid to Dr. Honick. When Devin is out of the office, she enjoys spending time with her fiancé, Andrew, and with family and friends, traveling, photography, being outdoors, going to the beach with her dog, Gunnar, and being creative in all that she does!

For an appointment, please call (609) 704-9001 (Hammonton) or (609) 625-5400, (Mays Landing). For more information please visit www.gofeet.com. Phhoto byy Don P onna n And nddre rews ws Photo hooto togr grap gr a hyy

Ethel Harrison, LPN, BAYADA Home Health Care Ethel has been with BAYADA Home Health Care for 22 years— first as a BAYADA Home Health Aide, and now as a BAYADA Nurse. Previously a casino worker, she was drawn into health care by an experience in the hospital. “My father became very ill with pneumonia, and while he was in the ICU, I found his nurses to be very uncaring,” Ethel recalls. “As I watched, I thought, ‘I can do this!’” Harrison took a certification course at Shore Memorial Hospital and started working as a BAYADA Home Health Aide to see if the field was right for her. She soon discovered her work to be very rewarding, and went on to earn her licensed practical nurse degree and begin her career in home nursing. “I truly love helping people,” Harrison tells us. “And I like working in the home care setting where I can work one-on-one with clients. I like to provide them with the medical care they need, coupled with compassion and empathy.” In her free time, Harrison enjoys karaoke, reading, and spending time with her family—including her sister, two daughters, and three “sweet and beautiful granddaughters,” Giselle (8), Zaria (4), and Yara (4 months). “They are my joy!” Harrison exclaims.

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Barbara Jolly Sales Associate, Realtor for Berkshire Hathaway You may know Barb Jolly as the owner and operator of Jolly Pets Supplies & Grooming, the best little pet shop on Absecon Island. What you may not know about her is that she is also a Sales Associate, Realtor* for Berkshire Hathaway Home Services also located in Margate. She totally enjoys interacting with animals as well as people which adds to her success in the pet and people business. On her days off and throughout her work day at Jolly Pets you can often find her showing homes to her local customers as well as out of state people who have second homes here at the shore or those who are looking to purchase a second home.

Whatever you or your pets need, Barb Jolly can help you out.

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Theatre & Entertainment

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Visit The Brigantine Art Walk This Summer! The Brigantine Art Walk is a community of artists dedicated to supporting the Arts in our community by providing local artists and performers the opportunity for exposure to the residents and visitors to Brigantine. Additionally, each week a portion of the Art Walk sales is donated to a different local charity. The 2017 season kicked off this year with 2 indoor events that were held at The Cove Restaurant in Brigantine. The indoor events were a preview of what patrons could expect for the summer season. Connie Pyatt, the founder of the Brigantine Art Walk, said, “I am very happy to be featuring the return of many of our visual and performing artists from last year along with a variety of new artists and performers. This year we will have an added attraction with the addition of food at the events.” This year’s Art Walk will take place in a centralized location in Brigantine – Haneman Park at 15th Street and Revere Boulevard on Saturday evenings from 5pm to 8pm beginning May 27 thru Sept 2. This is the same location that the Brigantine Farmers Market is held on Saturday mornings. In the event of inclement weather, the Art Walk will relocate indoors to one of two places: the adjacent Community Presbyterian Church or The Links golf course. Please check our website, www.brigantineartwalk. com, for the location in case of rain. While strolling through the park, visitors to the weekly events will be entertained by our amazing performing artists. If you feel like dancing to the music, go right ahead, or bring a blanket/chair to just sit and listen to the music on a warm summer evening. Performers returning this year will be Megan Flatley, Steve Kuzma, Susan Herrick and Bob Galbraith; we also have 6 new performers. Some of our new additions to the visual artists of the group are Wildman Expressions – Artist & Wood Carver; Julian Miller – Mini Art; Jill DeFelice – Oil Painter; Chad Cappuccilli – Color Pencil Artist. These are only a few of our new members to the group this year. Each week a portion of the art sales will go to benefit a local charity. This year the weekly beneficiary will have a representative present during their designated week to give a short presentation about their organization and be on hand to answer any questions. The charities that were selected this year include The VFW War Memorial Park, True Coalition Food Bank, Elephants for Autism-Sunshine Foundation, Brigantine Lions Club, Heart of Surfing, Marine Mammal Stranding Center, Hand Up Brigantine, South Jersey Cancer Fund, South Jersey Field of Dreams, Surfrider Foundation, Stop the Heroin, The Covenant House, Sons of Italy in America, Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City, and Sons of the America Legion Squadron 396. This year we are happy to have food available for purchase at our events. The Cove restaurant will be providing a selection of food and beverages each week that will be sure to please all. According to the executive chef at The Cove, items on the menu may change week to week. The Brigantine Art Walk has a fantastic group of artists, both visual and performing. The success of the Art Walk is due the artists and the community that supports us.

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We are so thankful and appreciative of the support we have received from the City of Brigantine and our sponsors: Brigantine Chamber of Commerce, CNC Design Fabrication, Bayside Marina, Pirates Den, The Cove, Laguna Rum and Grill Bar, C & K Pyatt Photography Art, Dr. Jill Morrison, Chiropractor, The Original Bob Connor Lawn Care, The Cellar, McHugh’s Primo Pizza, JCS Accounting Solutions, LLC, St. George’s Pub, Ernest & Son Old-Fashioned Butcher Shoppe, Photography by Kelly, Yuki Hana, Heather’s Feathers, Casale al Mare, Dream Trader Jewelry.com, Mark of Beauty Permanent Makeup, Loza Architecture, International Glass Works, Tania Pomales Art, Keates-Plum Funeral Home, Brigantine Clean Communities, and Brigantine Island Memories.

To keep up to date on our events and artists, please visit our website at www.brigantineartwalk.com or visit our Facebook page at Brigantine Art Walk.

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Making A Difference Written by Matt Reeves

0[ Q\Z[ OHWWLUZ @V\ MHSS PU SV]L ^P[O HU HKVYHISL Å\MM` RP[[LU VY ZVM[ SP[[SL W\WW` :VTLOV^ [OH[ SP[[SL MHJL ZX\LLaLZ PU[V `V\Y OLHY[ HUK [OL UL_[ [OPUN `V\ RUV^ `V\ OH]L H UL^ MHTPS` TLTILY ;OL OHWWPULZZ HUK SH\NOZ HYL LUKSLZZ @V\ TH` [OPUR [OH[ `V\ JHU[ THRL T\JO VM H KPMMLYLUJL PU [OL ^VYSK I\[ [V [OH[ VUL SP[[SL RP[[LU VY W\WW` `V\ THRL HSS [OL KPMMLYLUJL PU [OL ^VYSK @V\ HYL L]LY`[OPUN [V [OLT Imagine being a farm animal. Your chances of being adopted are slim because not many people can keep a goat or a rooster in their home. But it’s still a life. A life that is worth saving.

What can we do? You may feel that you can’t change the entire world, but you can start by changing your own world if you have the desire. This is exactly how the Funny Farm Rescue began. One woman wanted to help. She cared. She didn’t have a lot of money or even her own place, but she did have the most important ingredient: desire. That’s all it took. The old saying where there is a will, there is a way is so true! One woman wanted to help. Working with Animal Control, she would help animals that were hurt, abandoned or neglected. She would fall in love! Suffering and scared animals would cling to her. She knew they needed someone and she was all they had. Many times she would not eat so that an animal could have a meal or the vet care they needed. She saved her money and did what she could in addition to raising 4 children at the same time as a single mom. Her name was Anne. One of Anne’s children, Laurie Zaleski, watched her mother and saw her daily sacrifices. She too cared. Her mother’s dream became her dream. That dream was to one day buy her mother her own farm so she could have as many animals as she wanted because Laurie saw how happy she was taking care of them. She saw the value of life. Laurie educated herself and worked hard and found the perfect farm that she could afford. It wasn’t much but she would call it after the nickname of her mother’s home: “The Funny Farm�! It was perfect and was truly meant to be. Sadly, Laurie’s mother passed away from cancer just 2 weeks before the sale was completed, but she did see the farm and loved it. Although devastated by her mother’s loss, Laurie pressed on and her mother’s dream quickly became her dream. She would turn that little farm into the most magical and wonderful farm where animals could roam free and be happy, and people could come and visit them and love them. Slowly but surely, Laurie recruited volunteers and supporters and she fixed up the farm little by little. Seemingly overnight, 20 animals became 80 animals, and today, 17 years later, the farm has over 400 animals all living happy, healthy lives with thousands of people who come each month to visit them. Most people already know the animals and their stories before they arrive due to “The Funny Farm� Facebook page, which is uplifting and delightful. It also provides a way for people all over the planet to learn about and love the animals at the Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary. All of the animals were once afraid and sad, and some were hurt and had nowhere to go. Now they live an amazing life of a celebrity where they can be very happy!!

Photos taken by Matt Reeves

So you may feel you can’t make much of a difference in the world, but if you just have desire, you have what’s needed most. Anyone can make a difference! You can too!!

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