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COVID-19: SUGGESTIONS ON MANAGING PATIENTS WHO ARE UNDERGOING INFERTILITY THERAPY OR DESIRING PREGNANCY.

Currently, very little is known about the impact of COVID-19..

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Peripheral Neuropathy is a nerve disorder known to affect the lives of millions of people throughout the United States. It is a complication found in several different medical conditions including Diabetes, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Cancer and Chemo-Radiation therapies and Metabolic disorders most commonly. While some cases improve when the underlying cause is managed effectively, sometimes the cause may not always be detectable. As this debilitating condition may progress over time, it is crucial to be proactive with proper treatment, avoiding and further negative impact on quality of life.

When functioning normally, the peripheral nerves relay messages from the central nervous system, brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body. However, this key function is disrupted when circulation to peripheral blood vessels becomes impaired, particularly the smaller ones (capillaries), that supply nerve tissues. Without sufficient blood flow making it through capillaries, essential oxygen and cannot get into the tissues, while the waste products of metabolism cannot get out. The peripheral nervous system eventually becomes distressed and damaged due to starvation and toxicity.

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MicroVas is a FDA-cleared, non-invasive vascular treatment system that delivers electromagnetic energy to targeted areas of the body, stimulating increased circulation to the surrounding tissues. After years of research, this innovative technology was originally engineered to treat NAVY SEAL divers for hypothermia, with the ability to promote oxygenrich circulation in the extremities.

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COVID-19: Suggestions On Managing Patients Who Are Undergoing Infertility Therapy Or Desiring Pregnancy Dr. Allen Morgan Allen Morgan Fertility and Reproductive Medicine These are excerpts from the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) Guidelines released March 22, 2020 as a guideline for fertility doctors.

Currently, very little is known about the impact of COVID-19 on reproduction and pregnancy. There are reports of women who have tested positive for COVID-19 delivering babies free of the disease. This data is reassuring but must be interpreted with caution given the small numbers. Other forms of coronavirus have been linked to increased adverse outcomes during pregnancy, but data specific to COVID-19 is not yet available. It should be emphasized, however, that coronaviruses are unrelated to the ZIKA virus, which had very clear implications for pregnancy and fetal development.

Given the information we do have, while it would be wise for individuals with confirmed or presumed COVID-19 infection to avoid pregnancy, there appears to be no cause for alarm for those already pregnant.

Nonetheless, out of an abundance of caution, patients who have high likelihood of having COVID-19 (fever and/or cough, shortness of breath, and either exposure within 6 feet of a confirmed COVID-19 patient and within 14 days of onset of

symptoms, or a positive COVID-19 test result), including those planning to use oocyte donors, sperm donors, or gestational carriers, should strive to avoid a pregnancy. If these patients are undergoing active infertility treatment, we suggest that they consider freezing all oocytes or embryos and avoid an embryo transfer until they are diseasefree. Please note this recommendation does not necessarily apply when there solely is a suspicion of COVID-19, because symptoms of COVID-19 are very similar to other, more common forms of respiratory illnesses.

ASRM and the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART) remain concerned that travel restrictions due to the virus may cause intended parents who are using a gestational carrier not to be able to join their newborn in a timely manner.

Consequently, we strongly encourage all intended parents and the legal professionals, organizations, and programs that facilitate these arrangements to promptly take the necessary steps to identify families that may be so affected and develop contingencies in the event that these babies need to be cared for following their birth. ASRM/SART member clinics who work with gestational carriers and intended parents are requested to reach out to their patients and those organizations and programs that facilitate gestational carrier arrangements to encourage them to ensure that these steps are taken.

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Dear Readers, In these unprecedented times, all we can do is hope for better days ahead. The last few months have been stressful and downright scary for our entire nation, actually world.

We have learned to live “virtually “by connecting with our loved ones across a screen. All kinds of plans from graduations to Little League have either been cancelled or postponed. Normal life as we know it was put on hold.

However, Mother Nature has not rescheduled and with summer just around the corner the Jersey Shore is about to come alive. With so much of our time restricted, people all across the state will be eager to get outside and get back to living a normal life. There are a myriad of reasons to celebrate in the next couple of months. May and June we can recognize the tremendous work of Moms and Dads everywhere. For many who live at the shore, there will be long days spent at the beach or boardwalk. Take some time to visit all the local restaurants and shops that have no doubt suffered losses due to Covid-19. Whether your idea of fun includes touring the lighthouses or visiting the many local wineries, it’s a time to get out and be thankful we made it through.

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Bloating And Gas And What You Can Do About It Written by: Kenneth Glazier, MD Gastroenterologists of Ocean County

Abdominal distention and bloating are thought to be due to too much gas and are some of the most common gastrointestinal complaints. These symptoms can be eliminated with the help of your gastroenterologist.

How do salads and vegetables cause gas?

There are bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract that convert foods such as salad, broccoli, and beans into gas. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth occurs when too many bacteria form in the small intestine and can cause gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea and anemia. It can be caused by slow motility of the intestine that can occur in normal aging, diabetes and scleroderma. Other causes include decreased stomach acid from medications such as omeprazole or gastric surgery, NSAID use, Crohn’s disease, pancreatitis, cirrhosis, celiac disease, diverticulosis of the small bowel and prior surgeries. Bacterial overgrowth can be diagnosed in our office with a simple breath test and is treated with antibiotics.

During this troubling time the doctors and staff at Gastroenterologists of Ocean County remain available to care for your needs. We are using telemedicine and offer limited office hours for carefully screened patients. Our endoscopy centers remain open for emergent procedures for which a delay could cause harm to the patient or lead to hospitalization. Please call if you have any questions or concerns, 732-349-4422

I never had a problem with milk when I was younger but now it gives me gas, how is that possible?

Lactose is present in most dairy products such as milk, cheese and ice cream and is

digested by an enzyme in the lining of the intestine. This enzyme can sometimes be missing at birth. The enzyme can also be lost later in life due to injury of the intestine from an infection, celiac disease, alcoholism, and Crohn’s disease. More commonly, the enzyme simply disappears with aging. This late-onset lactose malabsorption affects people more depending on their race and ethnicity and can affect close to 100% of Asians in the U.S., 80% of African Americans and 70% of Italians. Symptoms of lactose intolerance include abdominal cramps, distention, flatulence, diarrhea and/or vomiting. Lactose intolerance is also diagnosed with a simple breath test offered in the office.

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Yogurt makes me distended, does that mean I am lactose intolerant?

No. The cultured yogurt at the grocery store does not contain lactose. More likely you

are having trouble digesting the fruit on the bottom part of the yogurt, which contains fructose. Fructose is a sugar found in candy, soda, barbecue sauce, ketchup, jellies, fruiton-the-bottom yogurts, apples, mangos, watermelon, canned fruit, honey, corn syrup and many other food products. Fructose can be malabsorbed by the intestine and produce symptoms of gas and bloating. Fructose intolerance can also be diagnosed by a simple breath test in our office.

Is there a diet for bloating?

My first approach is to have patients write a diet/symptom diary of what they eat and

how they feel. This can be used to pinpoint what foods are causing bloating and eliminate those foods from the diet rather than making drastic dietary changes. These results can also help guide which breath tests to start with. An alternative is to follow the low FODMAP diet. This diet tries to eliminate foods that can commonly cause bloating. FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligo-Di-Monosaccarides and Polyols. These include fructose, lactose, sweeteners, beans, wheat, onion, garlic, lentils, and some fruits. This elimination diet is usually followed for 6 weeks. After this, high FODMAP foods are added one at a time to see if foods trigger symptoms.

How do breath tests work?

Bacterial overgrowth and lactose and fructose malabsorption can be detected using a

hydrogen breath detector. Patients either drink a can of soda for fructose intolerance or a glass of whole milk for lactose intolerance at home. Three hours later patients come to the office and blow into the machine once, which takes a few seconds. For the bacterial overgrowth test, patients drink something one hour before coming to the office and have to blow into the machine every 20 minutes until the test is positive. This can take from one hour up to three hours. Our practice has an entire office dedicated to breath testing at least one morning a week.

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Myth Or Reality – What Affects Your Credit Score?

Even the most responsible person in the world who has never missed a payment could be missing a good credit score.

Why? Because it takes time to build a reputation, which is based on what you’ve done. The general guidance for creating a good reputation and credit score aligns with what one would expect: Live within your means in order to be able to make payments on time to whoever has extended you any form of credit. Establish a history of paying on time, and lenders will be more likely to want to lend to you.

Intuit recently acquired Credit Karma for $7.1 billion, a firm with a user base of over 100 million, with 37 million active monthly users taking advantage of their service to better monitor and build a credit score (among other services). People want to understand their credit scores, and it isn’t always easy to do so.

Here are some popular myths that have arisen about credit scores, the reality of where they stem from, and the actual effects they have on one’s credit score.

Myth #1: Paying interest on credit cards improves my credit rating.

Reality – People associate credit card companies profiting with their wanting to extend ever more credit to boost profits as long as the customer keeps paying the minimum balance.

In fact, paying on time improves your credit score even if the balance is paid down to zero.

Though having active accounts longer can increase your creditworthiness, it is not necessary for them to be carrying a balance from month to month.

Myth #2: Checking my credit score hurts my credit score.

Reality – Checking your own credit score does not hurt your credit score, and statistics show that people who do are likely to improve their credit scores.

No-effect checks on your credit score: Initiated by you – Checking on your own credit score

Initiated by company – “Soft check” by company requested to pre-approve a credit offering for you When there is an effect Initiated by you – “Hard check” by company requested to extend credit, such as a loan or credit increase – small negative effect Myth #3: I should ask to be extended the amount of credit I need.

Reality – One of the metrics for your credit score is based on your credit utilization. If you ask for a credit increase (easiest to get when the credit utilization is lower), it will in fact further reduce the utilization. For example, if you have one credit card using $5,000 of a $10,000 limit, your utilization would be 50%. If that limit was increased to $15,000, your utilization would be reduced to 33%, which would improve your credit rating.

This would likely represent a hard check on your credit rating, which may reduce your score at the same time, but that change will only affect your credit rating for one year, and be less than you gained by changing the other metric. Of course, if you increased your spending at the same time, that could end up having an adverse effect and cause you to carry a higher balance.

Myth #4: I need a credit card in order to establish a credit history.

Reality – The easiest way to establish a credit history is generally to get a secured credit card or loan, or a loan with a co-signer sharing the liability, and build your way up from there.

However, a credit card is not required to establish a credit history. One alternative tactic is to request that your landlord or utilities provide a record of your on-time payments to credit bureaus.

A great reputation takes a lifetime to build, and a good credit report is no different.

Creating a lasting legacy should also involve providing guidance and cultivating values.

There’s more to it than simply transferring financial assets to the next generation.

The professionals at Garden State Trust Company would be pleased to share some of their insights of what to expect and potential pitfalls to overcome.

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To learn how we can focus on you and your family, contact Adam Brower or Siobhan Connolly.

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With over 25 years of experience in this industry, Kurt continues to build and develop strong relationships with new and long-time clients through professional associations.

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rue independence and understanding are at the core of our unique value proposition. Caring for and thoughtfully guiding our clients

has created the strong trusting relationships we have nurtured over many decades. That’s why so many people rely upon our independent company for wealth management and trust & estate services.

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ibrower@gstrustco.com As Founder, President and CEO of Garden State Trust, Ira has grown the company with the simple premise that caring for and thoughtfully guiding clients develops strong trusting relationships that span generations.

In his professional activities, Ira is a Trustee and Chairs the Investment Committee of the 21 Plus Foundation.

He is also a member of the Central Ocean Rotary.

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sconnolly@gstrustco.com Toms River Office Siobhan develops relationships with investment management, trust, and charitable foundation clients. Her focus on Special Needs Trusts often requires navigating dilemmas faced by clients and their families.

Siobhan also serves on the Board of Directors for Social Community Activities Network of Monmouth and Ocean counties.

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Sean M. Rice, CTFA

bkannheiser@gstrustco.com Barbara is a principal of Garden State Trust Company with over 25 years of experience in fiduciary administration and operations.

Barbara oversees all facets of fiduciary activities and is responsible for all financial reporting for Garden State Trust Company. Barbara’s experience and dedication to problem solving promote a culture of quality within the company, as well as responsive service to clients.

Vice President & Trust Officer

srice@gstrustco.com Cherry Hill Office Sean’s role is in expanding our professional network and cultivating new client relationships via professional associations, local community events, and a wide array of relationship building activities.

Adam B. Brower, CTFA

Sean is a member of the Estate and Financial Planning Council of Southern NJ, and the Moorestown Rotary Lunch Club.

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Vice President & Trust Officer

Adam takes pride in finding solutions for client’s needs while developing strong and lasting relationships. He is a member of the Estate and Financial Planning Council of Central New Jersey and holds a Life Insurance and Property & Casualty Insurance license through the State of New Jersey. He also sits on the board for the SPCA of Ocean County.

John P. Ritter

jritter@gstrustco.com Cherry Hill Office John has worked in the trust and wealth management industry for the past thirty years in the South Jersey marketplace.

His extensive knowledge of trust administration, portfolio management and retirement planning has enabled John to provide guidance and maintain relationships with his clients for decades.

He is a Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) through the American Bankers Association and is active in many local estate planning associations.

John M. Bonk, CTFA

Senior Vice President & Trust Officer jbonk@gstrustco.com Lebanon Office

John’s role is to expand our Investment and Fiduciary Service business. His approach has always been to provide trust, estate, investment and tax services in a coordinated manner to enhance the client experience.

He is a Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CFTA) through the American Bankers Association and serves as Trustee of various foundations and associations within the community.

Mary Gonzalez

Assistant Trust Officer mgonzalez@gstrustco.com Toms River Office Mary works directly with clients in meeting their needs and account management.

Mary takes pride in working with our clients and helping them reach their goals and addressing their needs.

Emily Brower

Compliance Officer ebrower@gstrustco.com Toms River Office As compliance officer, Emily will be responsible for ensuring that Garden State continues to adhere to the highest industry standards through diligent oversight of policies and procedures necessary to properly manage and safeguard our client’s accounts.

Kerri Jablonski

Administrative Assistant kjablonski@gstrustco.com Toms River Office Kerri will be responsible for bill paying for clients and other basic operational tasks. During tax season, she will also be working directly with the Company’s COO to meet the tax needs of client accounts.

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Planning for the Unexpected: 5 Things You Can Do to Protect Your Children

By Christine L. Matus, Esq. Children are every parent’s treasure. You do everything within your power to ensure they are protected and taken care of all the time. However, death is inevitable and therefore, you should put various mechanisms in place to ensure that your kids and properties are in good hands in case the worst happens. In this article, you will learn about specific things you should do to protect your children after you pass away.

1. Create a Trust Fund

A trust fund protects the assets held within it from legal claims. However, you have to put the assets in an irrevocable trust in order to protect them from seizure by banks and creditors. In an irrevocable trust, the terms are created at the onset and cannot be changed. This basically means giving up a certain level of control over the trust, which might be difficult, but is absolutely necessary if you want to ensure the assets are completely protected.

2. Write a Will

Writing a Will is one of the most important things you can do for your children. Through a Will, you can dictate what happens to your assets once you are gone. You can decide how the assets should be distributed among your children. Without a Will, your kids are at an increased risk of inheritance theft.

3. Have Life Insurance

Life insurance is a paramount financial tool you should have for various reasons. A good life insurance policy is essential for a family that has dependent children.

This policy takes care of your children’s living expenses and education costs if you die unexpectedly. If a death occurs in the absence of a life insurance policy, all of your resources and investments can be used to pay other expenses like debts or mortgages, leaving your kids with little or nothing to cater for their day-to-day expenses.

4. Choose a Guardian

Appointing a guardian is another essential way of ensuring that your kids will be protected should you die

before they reach the age of 18. A guardian assumes all of your responsibilities in your absence, such as catering for your kids’ education expenses and their daily care.

The appointed guardian acts as your child’s trustee and is responsible for their finances until they reach the age of 18. If you fail to appoint a guardian, the courts will decide who should be responsible for your children.

Unfortunately, this person may not always be the person you would have wanted.

5. Try to Save Some Money for College

A college education is important for today’s children to succeed in life. A college education can be instrumental in increasing a person’s net worth, but it does not come free. Many students end up taking heavy loans to pay for college, which takes them several years to pay back. Saving for the future is extremely difficult when you are buried in debt. As such, keeping some money aside for your children’s college fees can go a long way.

Whichever way you decide to protect your children financially, it is important to find a reliable and experienced attorney to ensure that you are compliant with the relevant state laws. For any assistance or legal representation, contact the Matus Law Group today.

Recipe Caponata~Compliments of Chef Steph 3/4 cup olive oil 1 large eggplant (about 2 lbs) cut into bite size pieces 6 medium zucchini (about 2 lbs) cut into bit size pieces 1/2lb mushrooms, thinly sliced 1 1/2 cups onion, chopped 1 cup celery, sliced

1 garlic clove minced 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup capers, drained 2 T sugar 3 large tomatoes, cut into bite size chunks 4 1/2 oz pimento stuffed olives, drain & cut in half

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Contemplating Divorce, Who Should Be At Your Side?

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Senior Vice President Freedom Capital Management Geeta K. Brana provides comprehensive wealth management and advisory services to women in transition.

Geeta has over twenty years of experience in the International Capital Markets. Her career started in London in 1995 with Lloyds Capital Markets where she trained in all aspects of International finance and credit analysis. She has worked through many bear markets and has extensive experience of structuring and trading debt packages for multinational corporations throughout the United Kingdom, Eastern Europe, US and Japan.

In 2002, Geeta began her career in the U.S. with Smith Barney’s Wealth Management Division, (Citigroup) turning her extensive knowledge to helping individuals. In a primarily male-dominated environment, she was able to build a successful wealth management practice in Washington DC and later New York City working with high-net-worth individuals and institutions.

After a career break while her children were young, Geeta has returned to wealth management through Freedom Capital Management (FCM), a boutique independent advisory firm with deep roots in Colts Neck, NJ. Currently, the focus of Geeta’s practice is on “Women In Transition”; assisting women in all phases of their lives – with a special focus on high-net worth divorce.

advisor right away can be the difference between a workable settlement and a financial disaster.

As a financial advisor and recent divorcee, I have found that too often in divorces, most people seek financial advice only after the divorce agreement is signed. It’s an easy mistake to make but once the ink is dry it’s often too late to review the true financial impact of divorce and can lead to regret.

Your lawyer could be excellent but may not have a financial planner’s expertise or technology resources to calculate and quantify your long term needs – everything from retirement to insurance to college savings and trusts.

The divorce process starts with quantifying financial assets. The filing of the Case Information Statement is the most important part of divorce. You could save valuable time and attorney billable hours by working with a financial adviser to help build a complete and accurate picture of the family financial dynamic using advanced financial planning technologies. I use Money Guide Pro, a sophisticated wealth planning tool used to estimate cash-flow, net worth and all aspects of financial reporting required in a divorce.

If you don’t know what’s on the table, how can you make an equitable settlement? Another common problem is that one spouse may try to game the system by not disclosing everything. For instance, out of state bank accounts, international bank accounts or foreign business entities. As a recent divorcee I know how the “divorce-discovery” process works. It’s imperative to review statements you would not necessarily look at including credit card statements and life insurance policies. A well trained financial adviser can readily identify abnormalities that could lead to uncovering big secrets and can work with your attorney to subpoena such records.

Establish a Post Divorce Settlement Budget: Once you have determined the full scope of your assets and liabilities the next step is to create a budget. Prior to negotiating a divorce settlement agreement each spouse needs to accurately determine future costs such as retirement, college expenses, buying a new home, life insurance, new car or a vacation. Will you each save a certain amount? Will one spouse take care of the tuition?

Other future events, such as weddings and post graduate studies will also need to be discussed and put into your budget. Another important consideration often omitted from settlements is the impact of inflation and volatile

interest rates on future expenses. The reality is that many attorneys do not have the software or expertise to plan for these events and you could easily save time and money by preparing these facts in advance with a financial advisor.

Planning and Updating Documents: Prior to divorce negotiations, review trusts that are in place, whether they are revocable or irrevocable. This can make a big difference in how assets are funded and distributed. I will review your beneficiaries on your 401K, IRA’s, annuities and life insurance policies. These assets transfer via beneficiary at your death, not through your will. If you leave your exspouse as a beneficiary on these assets, they will be paid to him or her – which is probably not want you want! Assets titled in your individual name will be distributed through your will. It’s important to re-write your will to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes.

Social Security and remarriage: Social Security benefits are confusing as a married couple – it can be even more complicated when you get divorced. If you were married for 10 years or more, you can claim spousal benefits on your divorced spouse. Depending on your ex’s earnings, your current earnings and your new partner’s earnings, it may not be advantageous to remarry. I can help you calculate several social security strategies and the best strategy will be incorporated into your financial plan.

Take care of emotions: No matter how amicable a separation or divorce, it inevitably has a powerful effect on the children. Counseling can be a huge help at this time as a way to minimize the negative effect on children. It can provide them with the kind of unbiased attention, empathy and space to express how things really are for them, which parents may find particularly difficult to offer when they are themselves going through great turmoil, stress and painful change.

It’s important to take the time to budget for medical and counseling expenses during the divorce process.

Get educated. Stay at home spouses, whether male or female, tend to need independent advice the most.

They may not have handled the finances in the past, and may need help to level the playing field when they feel at a disadvantage due to lack of financial knowledge or experience. In addition to my planning services, I provide ongoing education for clients and provide a complimentary “Female Friendly Resource Guide” to get you started.

Divorce can create a financial crisis, so it’s a critical time to have someone in your corner. Ideally, if you are about to split up, it is imperative that your financial advisor, before anyone else, is at your side.

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Managing Mom-Hood, Full-Time Work and Kids’ Education From Home Written by Geeta Brana, Founder, WHEEL Okay, so we’re home, the kids have these virtual learning packets they need to do AND we need to maintain business momentum. As a single mom who works with two schoolaged kids, here is what I recommend: • Talk to your boss: Can you earn money without physically going to your job – to the actual office? In my current job as a financial advisor, I have some capacity to do this. But I can’t manage all aspects of my job from home. I still need to access actual physical files that are in my office and I must work directly with clients.

• Get on the same page with your parenting partner or childcare provider: I am divorced, and my ex-husband and I are working closely as a team, splitting our time into shifts with the kids to enable me to work during market trading hours.

• Create different zones in the house: I have a home office with a TV and trading screens. Kids are not allowed in there and know that they cannot walk in while I am working. Bedrooms have become study zones.

Family room and kitchen are the play zones.

should know how much time is allotted to their online classes, study time, reading, leisure time and household chores. I have split my children’s day into several shifts that include study time, free reading, outdoor play breaks, craft time, Netflix time and video conferencing with friends.

• Leverage technology wisely: For younger children, recognize that you may have to relax normal screen-time restrictions to free you up to get more work done. For older children, keep in mind that they may be expected to use technology to complete schoolwork from home. If you do not have enough computers and tablets for everyone to use at the same time, consider how you can work with what you have so that everyone can do what they need. Familiarize yourself now with their school technology system so you’re not scrambling to figure it out later.

• Social distancing: means that you have to be prepared to become your child’s best friend and teacher. Embrace the time together and just have fun. I have started to work out every day and I plan to go running, hiking and bike riding with my kids.

Most importantly stay safe, help members of the community and wash your hands.

• Create a daily schedule: Kids thrive on routine. Put together a three-ring binder with a daily schedule per page. Every week, your child

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Health & Wellness Three Techniques to Help Improve Your Mindset During Difficult Times ON A PERSONAL NOTE… I don’t know if, as you’re reading this, we’re still confined – or if our world has “reopened.” Through this ordeal, many people have been extremely stressed, fearful, and worried – and at a loss as to how to deal with those feelings. Some have fallen into unhealthy patterns, not knowing how to release them, and feeling stuck and guilty. If you need help, please know that I – and many of my colleagues – have shifted to online or phone sessions, at deeply discounted rates for those who’ve been hit hard financially. Once the all-clear is given, I look forward to being with you in person.

These are challenging times, emotionally and financially, but we’ll all get through this by helping each other.

To navigate through this surreal time, we’ve all had 3) Engage in mental rehearsal after your to be resourceful, adaptable, and gutsy. And we’ve been centering breaths. If your goal is greater relaxation, doing whatever we need to – because that’s what we imagine yourself in a place that makes you feel happy do – as intelligent beings who want to stay healthy and and peaceful, and linger there. If you need to change well. While there have been positive effects that have negative patterns, imagine yourself engaging in smarter resulted from this situation, it’s the not-so-positive behaviors. Notice the details. Doing this activates effects that need addressing. the same neural pathways in the brain, as though Here are a few powerful techniques for lowering you actually made that smarter choice. It works for stress, building a more positive mindset, and professional athletes; it will work for you, too. improving immune system functioning. Don’t be If you feel you need additional help, know that fooled. They may seem deceptively simple, but they hypnosis / coaching is a gentle and effective way to work, if practiced regularly. help you feel more calm and relaxed, and empowered 1) Pay attention to your self-talk – the to deal with challenges. Within several sessions, you’ll “program” yourself to relax your mind and body, and messages you give yourself. Are you in a pattern work on resolving key issues. Recordings are provided of constantly making negative statements? That for reinforcement. can make you feel stressed and sad. Recognize that thoughts generally precede feelings, so challenge those This approach is ideal for people who are motivated to change, believe that with the right tools negative thoughts and restate them in more realistic and techniques they are capable of changing, and terms. Instead of, “I don’t know how I’ll make it understand they need to be a partner in the process. through this,” say, “I’ve gotten through tough times before, and I’ll get through this, too.”

2) Practice centering breaths several times a day. Diaphragmatic breathing (or deep belly breaths)

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Staying Healthy During COVID-19 Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, citizens around the world are faced with the reality of carrying on everyday routines within their home, including telecommuting and schooling. Staying home is essential for ‘flattening the curve’ and preventing the spread of Eric Sauer, R. Ph. NMD. DHPh and potential exposure to COVID-19, but the change in routine is leaving many in unfamiliar territory – especially when it comes to leading a healthy lifestyle.

Keeping your immune system healthy year-round is key to preventing infection and disease. Probably the best precaution each of us must take is to augment the strength of our immune systems, equipping our body’s natural ability to mount an immune response to COVID-19.

Eric Sauer, Naturopathic Consultant & Licensed Pharmacist, RPh, NMD, has been in practice for over 25 years and has made these suggestions to strengthen your immunity.

AUGMENTING YOUR IMMUNITY: FIGHTING COVID-19 (1) Protease is an enzyme that breaks down protein substrates (it’s a known fact and protein in nature). 2-3 caps (empty stomach) 2X/day. This is a strong antioxidant.

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Rhoda Kopy, BS, CH Nationally Certified Consulting Hypnotist & Wellness Coach, Hypnosis for Women

As a hypnosis practitioner and wellness coach with specialty certification in Complementary Medical Hypnotism, Rhoda Kopy helps people break free of limiting habits, fears, and beliefs. She is celebrating her 15th anniversary as a Nationally Certified Consulting Hypnotist. Her private practice, Hypnosis for Women, in Toms River, serves primarily women, teens, and children, throughout the tri-state area.

After earning a B.S. in Biomedical Communications, she worked for various organizations providing community health education and counseling services. She later segued into career services and founded A Hire Image, which offered motivational coaching, marketing, and training.

As a result of success she achieved using hypnosis to improve her life, she completed an advanced training program and later opened her private practice. Rhoda co-founded Jersey Shore Hypnosis Practitioners, a peer support and networking group, and is a member of professional hypnosis organizations.

Born in Bayonne and raised in North Plainfield, she has lived in Toms River for most of her life. She enjoys coordinating Bookie Babes, attempting to draw, watching meteor showers, traveling with her husband, and playing with friends and family. She has a daughter, two grandsons, and an adopted goofy shih-tzu.

Rhoda can help you determine if hypnosis and coaching are appropriate for you. Call her at 732-270-0080 and visit www.HypnoForWomen.com.

Laurie Lombardi, CDN, The Natural Pharmacy Laurie Lombardi is a Clinical Nutritionist, and a Two time Emmy Awardwinning Make-up Artist, for her work on, The Late Show with David Letterman. She is also a Certified Para-Medical Skincare Clinician.

She most recently developed a Natural Skincare Line, and Natural Dual Lip Stain/Gloss that are infused with Vanilla & Peppermint Essential Oils, for The Natural Pharmacy’s Organic Skin Bar, where you can also enjoy a Medical Facial Treatment with, NO DOWNTIME! A Facial Treatment includes an Organic Mask that is formulated for your skin type and compounded on the premises, “Always Fresh!”

The Organic Skin Bar Concept is “feed your skin as you would your body.” Some of Laurie’s natural skincare products include a 20% Vitamin C Cream, DMAE, a skin tightening agent, Organic Face & Eye Serum, and more. All of her products are, Hormone Free, Chemical Free, GMO Free, and Vegan.

Learn more about Laurie Lombardi and her skincare line by visiting www.laurielombardi.com today.

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Geeta K. Brana Senior Vice President, Freedom Capital Management Geeta K. Brana is a Senior Vice President at Freedom Capital Management in Colts Neck, NJ. Geeta provides comprehensive wealth management and advisory services to Women in Transition, assisting women in all phases of their lives – with a special focus on divorce.

Geeta has a long history in the financial services sector and she uses her diverse international banking background to help simplify complicated wealth planning issues for her clients. “My goal is to build long-term relationships with my clients based on education and trust,” Ms. Brana said.

Geeta started her investment banking career in London (1995) where she was trained in all aspects of international finance and credit analysis. She has extensive experience structuring and trading debt packages for multinational companies throughout the UK, Eastern Europe, Japan and the U.S. In 2002, Geeta began her career in the U.S., turning her extensive knowledge to helping individual investors.

In a primarily male-dominated environment, she was able to build a successful wealth management practice in Washington, DC and New York, working with high net worth individuals and institutions.

For more information, call 732-546-9315 or visit www.fcmadvisor.com.

Girija Surya is an American citizen by naturalization, was born in India and currently resides in Monmouth County. Dr. Surya attended Stella Maris College and Madras Medical College, where she received her medical degree in 1975. In Medical school she received awards and merits in Anatomy, Physiology, Organic Chemistry, Internal Medicine and Preventative Medicine. In the USA, she started her residency in surgery with a desire to ultimately train in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her exposure during training, particularly in Cardiac and Vascular surgery, gave her a new passion. She went on to complete an additional 3 year fellowship in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery and got certified by the American Board of General Surgery and Cardiovascular and Thoracic surgery.

She has been practicing in Monmouth County since 1994. She has served on the faculty of cardiac surgery in Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital from 1987 - 1990 and subsequently with Thoracic and Cardiovascular group of N.J. at St. Michael’s Medical Center in Newark, N.J. She has two successful Vein Centers, where she treats Vascular disease (both arterial and venous), and also educates women on other connected problems such as diabetes and hyperlipidemia.

Dr. Surya has a daughter and a son.

She loves biking, dancing, tennis, and watercolors.

Contact Dr. Surya at Vein Center for Women / Absolute Vein Care at (732) 254-0500 or visit: www.veincenterforwomen.com

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Women Of Monmouth County Siobhan M. Connolly, CTFA Vice President and Trust Officer Garden State Trust Company Siobhan Connolly moved from New York with her husband and two girls to Howell, NJ in 2008 to be closer to her father who lives in Manasquan. While in New York she taught high school, worked with at risk students teaching career skills and employment preparation and owned a retail business.

Siobhan joined Garden State Trust Company, Toms River, NJ, in January of 2009. As Vice President and Trust Officer and senior relationship manager her responsibilities include meeting the needs of trust & estate, investment management and charitable foundation clients.

With a Master’s Degree in Education and as a Certified Trust and Financial Advisor Siobhan has found her passion focusing on Special Needs Trusts which often require navigating the dilemmas faced by special needs clients and their families. Siobhan is honored to work with these families and takes pride in helping them provide the best life possible for their loved one.

Siobhan currently serves on the Board of Directors for SCAN (Social Community Activities Network) serving the large retiree population of Monmouth and Ocean Counties providing education and resources to enhance their quality of life.

Siobhan resides in Howell, NJ with her husband and her daughters.

You can reach Siobhan at 732/255-5000 or Email: sconnolly@gstrustco.com.

Visit www.gstrustco.com to learn how Siobhan may be able to help you.

Liya Ostrow, DMD TenderSmiles4Kids

Known as Dr. Liya, emigrated from Russia in 1991 at the age of ten. She was a Summa Cum Laude graduate in 2003 from Hunter College in New York. That same year she relocated to Philadelphia to attend the University of Pennsylvania Dental School where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree, Cum Laude. While at UPSDM she was keenly involved in programs and visits providing underprivileged children and adults with much needed dental care and education. Advanced studies in her field of Pediatric Dentistry took place at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. There she served as Chief Resident.

Dr. Liya takes pride in providing exceptional dental care with a warm sense of humor and gentle style which helps the children and parents relax during their visits.

Caring for children and their dental needs is paramount to everything she does. Dr. Liya is Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and is a standing member of AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry), the NJDA, NJDPA, and the ADA. Dr. Liya is surrounded by medical professionals in her family. She resides in Morganville with her husband Vlady, who is a pediatrician and their three children, Julian (11 yrs.), Kayla (7 yrs.) and Aaron(6 months) plus a 13 yr. old Pekingese named Archie. Dr. Liya enjoys entertaining at home and traveling.

For more information or to contact Dr. Liya, please call 732-625-8080 or visit www.tendersmiles4kids.com

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Kathleen Taranto, Paralegal at The Matus Law Group

Kathleen is a graduate of Toms River North and earned three Associate Degrees from Ocean County College, including Criminal Justice, Business Administration, and Paralegal Studies. She is currently enrolled at Liberty University Online, School of Law, working toward her Bachelor of Science Degree in Paralegal Studies with a 4.0 GPA. Kathleen has been a paralegal for many years and recently joined The Matus Law Group. She enjoys helping clients and she is very excited to bring her years of experience to the team at The Matus Law Group.

Kathleen is very active in her local church and is also a member of the District NMI Council, where she serves as Central Jersey Zone Chairman. She is enthusiastic about collecting for Crisis Care Kits, which are distributed through Fawn Grove Compassion Center to areas affected by natural disasters throughout the world. Kathleen enjoys spending time with family, knitting, scrapbooking, gardening, and a good book. She also enjoys cake decorating, baking, and playing with Buddy, her cat.

For Estate or Special Needs Planning, or to learn more about The Matus Law Group, visit Matuslaw.com or call (732) 281-0060.

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Carolyn Peters, RN, BSN Office Manager, Ocean Otolaryngology Associates Carolyn graduated nursing school from Community Medical Center in Scranton, PA. She then secured a job as an RN at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. While working in the ENT unit, she was able to obtain her BSN at TJU School of Nursing.

She met her husband, Otolaryngologist Dr. Bruce Peters, and in 1997 opened his private practice in Ocean County.

With their goal to provide the highest quality care to their patients, their practice grew quickly and has now expanded to a three-doctor group, with a new location opening in May 2019 in Wall, NJ. Carolyn’s business skills evolved with the practice as well as her ability to assist Dr. Peters in glycolic acid peels and skin care.

With his background in facial plastic surgery, they offer medical-grade peels and high-grade NEOVA skin care products for aging and sun-damaged skin.

She resides in Monmouth County with her husband and two daughters and loves cooking and beach activities.

For more information, call 732-281-0100 or visit www.oceanentfacialplastics.com.

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Fecal Incontinence: Dealing With An Embarrassing Condition Nina Paonessa, DO, FACOS, an established colorectal surgeon practicing in Ocean and Monmouth Counties, answers questions about fecal incontinence, a condition that is not only embarrassing and common, yet very rarely discussed.

What is fecal incontinence?

Fecal incontinence, or bowel incontinence, is the inability to control bowel movements, causing the involuntary passage of stool. Symptoms of this often embarrassing disorder range from occasionally leaking small amounts of stool and passing gas, to completely losing control of bowel movements. Classified as a pelvic floor disorder (PFD), fecal incontinence occurs when muscles in the pelvic area cannot support the organs in the pelvis. These organs include the bladder, uterus (women), prostate (men), and rectum.

What causes fecal incontinence and PFD?

The brain controls the muscles of the pelvic floor through the nerves.

Medical conditions or injuries that impact the health of nerves (such as diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, back surgery, spinal stenosis, or childbirth) can result in weakness or injury of the pelvic floor muscle, resulting in fecal incontinence and PFD. Those with PFD are unable to control the muscles in the pelvic floor to have a bowel movement. People with PFD contract these muscles rather than relax them, and because of this, they either can’t have a bowel movement or they have an incomplete one. PFD also includes urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.

In fact, many people suffering with fecal incontinence also experience urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence is a loss of bladder control due to bladder muscles that are too weak or too strong. Symptoms range from mild leaking to uncontrollable wetting, and become more common with age. Pelvic organ prolapse is a condition in which the uterus, bladder and bowel may “drop” onto the vagina and cause a bulge through the vaginal canal. Also common is a disorder in which the rectum becomes “stretched out” and slips out of the anus. This is called rectal prolapse. It is estimated that nearly one-third of all U.S. women are affected by one of these types of pelvic floor disorders in their lifetime.

incontinence. As stool consistency is affected by what you eat and drink, your doctor may recommend diet modification and adjusting nutritional supplements taken. If nerve or muscle damage is the cause of the fecal incontinence, the physician may recommend exercises and similar therapies to improve function and strength. These exercises include bowel training and biofeedback. Biofeedback is a technique taught by specially trained physiotherapists that can increase anal muscle strength, allowing patients to learn to relax or contract pelvic floor muscles. Medication sometimes helps patients with fecal incontinence. When appropriate, these may be prescribed by your physician.

Is surgery required to treat fecal incontinence?

Those who continue to experience fecal incontinence that continues even with medical treatment may benefit from surgery to correct the problem. Several options exist, depending upon the underlying cause of the incontinence. In most cases, surgery options are minimally invasive, offering less pain, less scarring and shorter recovery time. Dr. Paonessa is a fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon who is trained and has a special interest in treating patients with PFD and fecal incontinence. She always approaches the problem with conservative measures prior to exploring surgical options, if and when necessary.

Testimonial “My experience with Dr. Paonessa was exceptional. She made me feel so comfortable and at ease. I’ve never met a doctor like her. For many years, I thought I had hemorrhoids and was completely uncomfortable. After being diagnosed with a prolapsed rectum, I met with Dr. Paonessa. She immediately put me at ease and explained everything. Dr. Paonessa performed prolapsed rectum surgery and now I feel wonderful.

I feel like I came out as a better person.” - Natalie H.

How is fecal incontinence diagnosed?

Physicians will begin the exam by asking about symptoms, taking a careful history and performing a visual inspection of the anus and perineum. A physical examination will determine the patient’s ability to control the pelvic floor muscles. The physician will check for nerve damage, muscle spasms or muscle weakness. Additionally, the physician may request or perform any number of medical tests available, including blood work, X-rays and ultrasounds, to uncover the cause of fecal incontinence.

Who is at risk for developing fecal incontinence?

Although men and women are at risk of developing fecal incontinence and PFD, pelvic floor disorders occur more frequently in women than men.

Nearly one in 10 women older than the age of 40 has fecal incontinence, possibly as a complication of childbirth. Other risk factors include being over the age of 55, overweight, postmenopausal, having a past pelvic surgery, nerve damage or a connective tissue disorder.

How is fecal incontinence treated?

Fecal incontinence can be treated in a number of non-invasive ways.

Treatment usually combines self-care, medicines, physical therapy and home exercise. Treatment depends on the cause of the problem you have and what best fits your lifestyle. Dietary changes often reduce the occurrence of fecal

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The Importance of Routine in the Age of Covid-19 The world as we know it has changed due to the global pandemic and if you happen to be quarantined at home, in good health with your family, consider yourself one of the lucky ones. After all, loneliness and isolation are all very normal emotions during this time but if you live alone these feelings are magnified. There is a new normal emerging everyday and we are asked to change course. During this highly unpredictable time, keeping to some form of a schedule or routine is vital to our collective sanity. Of course this routine is going to look very different from whatever you had in place pre quarantine.

Try to be deliberate with your time and create a routine that works for you and your loved ones. Exercise and stretching are highly recommended. In addition, this is the ideal time to develop a new hobby or learn a new skill. The Internet is a treasure trove of information and there are endless websites that can help you reach a goal.

Although the news is constantly changing, routines help by allowing us to keep some assemblance of normalcy. For example, try and wake up at the same time and get dressed like you would in normal times. These small details can help ellimate some of the stress this situation brings.

The stress will take its toll on your physical body and can affect your immune system. Look for ways to alleviate some of that stress by staying active. Check out some of the free workouts or Yoga routines online or through your local gym. Along with keeping your body active, the importance of keeping your mind active cannot be overstated. Pick up a new book or listen to a podcast. Many local libraries have online systems that will enable you to check out electronic books or audiobooks to use on your device at home.

Now more than ever we must practice self-care. Think about the things that make you feel relaxed and peaceful. Since we are not able to physically be with our friends the importance of community should also be part of your daily routine. Set aside some time each day to reach out via phone to neighbors and others in your community that could benefit from some conversation. After all, these days can feel long for all of us but even more so for those living alone. And finally, many the experts agree that there is no reason to consume any stressful media before bedtime.

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Home Health Care Keeping Elders Healthy, Connected And Safe

Deborah Walsh,

Executive Director, HomeWorks

As I write this, we are experiencing a global crisis. The novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak is threatening everyone and especially seniors all over the world. The elderly are our national treasures: moms and dads, aunts and uncles, sisters and brothers, and of course our beloved grandparents.

Various ethical and religious traditions find their own ways to affirm an elemental truth of human life: older adults deserve our respect and, when necessary, our protection. Our moral fabric is best measured by how we treat the vulnerable.

Since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, we have witnessed communities coming together. We’ve seen individuals engaging in simple acts of kindness that are especially impactful to those seniors who are sick and quarantined.

Here are five suggestions for helping to keep our elders healthy, connected and safe:

1. Elders and people in their kinship circle can use this opportunity to connect. Create schedules to be in touch with family, friends, and community. Simply calling more frequently can make a difference. Schedule a morning or evening check-in time and treasure those conversations.

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2. Letters and cards are a wonderful way to show you care. Let’s face it, most of us still love receiving cards and letters. Say the things in cards and letters that may be difficult to say in person.

3. Find out what the older adults in your life need; do they need prescriptions or groceries to be picked up and brought to their doorstep? As social-distancing recommendations continue, they may be running out of supplies and feel afraid to go to the store.

4. Encourage physical activity, outside walks or sitting by a window to get fresh air. Perhaps, call before and after the walk to check on their safety.

5. Recognize the importance of faith and religious practice at this time. Many congregations have prayer services on-line. Drop off an iPad already linked with their church or religious group and coach them by phone on how to connect.

Honor the elders in your life now and once this pandemic ends, I hope we will hold them closer and cherish them more deeply.

The bible says, “You shall rise up before the aged and show deference to the old.” Look out for our elders and, in the process, become more human yourself.

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Pamper her a little on this special day of hers just as she pampers you all the year round. Give her a warm hug and a big kiss as you wish her a Happy Mother’s Day!

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Medical Professionals Women and Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease affects 13 million women in the United States.

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We also offer access to the most up-to-date research opportunities to help find a treatment or cure for Alzheimer’s disease.

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Women and Cancer…

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What You Need To Know

Did you know that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women in the U.S.? Approximately 200,000 new cases are diagnosed each year and 27 percent CANCER OF THE UTERUS of all cancer deaths are from lung cancer.

Uterine cancer, also known as What causes lung cancer? endometrial cancer, is the most common Smoking. Smoking is the number onecancer risk factor cancer. Even though offor thelung reproductive organsnon-smokers among can also get lung cancer, the risk is much higher in those who smoke.

The more you smoke, the women in the US. It is estimated that about higher your risk. The likelihood of getting lung cancer decreases after you quit smoking. Tobacco 52,000 women will be diagnosed with smoke damages cells in the lungs, causing the cells to grow abnormally. Regular exposure to endometrial cancer this year. smoke from someone else’s cigarettes, cigars or pipes (called second-hand smoking) can increase cancer is rare in women less than a person’s risk of lung cancer, even if they Uterine are non-smokers.

Exposure to asbestos. Certain jobs 45 suchyears as shipbuilding, asbestos mining, or in of age. Most cases are insulation diagnosed automotive brake repair may cause exposure to asbestos.

Asbestos fibers can irritate the lungs women over 55. and cause cancer. When combined with smoking, the risk of developing lung cancer is much Risk Factors: higher. released Hormonal Prolonged Radon. Radon is an invisible, odorless gas by soil andfactors: some rocks.

Exposure to higher levels of radon can cause cancer, especially lung cancer. exposure to the female hormone estrogen

directly linked to developing endometrial What are the types of lungis cancer?

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Tamoxifen, a drug used in the treatment of breast cancer, may lead to How is it diagnosed?

What you should know:

• If you are a heavy smoker, and have been smoking for several years, ask your doctor if you need to do an X-ray or a CT scan.

Treatment: • Ask your MD about different methods to help you quit Hysterectomy is the main treatment for cancer of the uterus. In addition smoking.

• If are diagnosed with lung cancer, askand about the type of cancer you have, will toyou removing the uterus, both ovaries surrounding lymph nodes stage and other features such as EGFR mutation. be removed. Depending on the stage of the cancer and a few other factors, • What your treatment plan? radiation therapy and/or chemotherapy after someiswomen may require • What are the side-effects of treatment? surgery.

• Are there support services available?

As with any other cancer, prevention, early detection and treatment are

Immunotherapy in lung cancer. three important steps in reducing the fatality of uterine cancer. Lifestyle

Over the last few decades, immunotherapy agents have been studied in the treatment of modifications, including eating a low-fat diet and daily exercise, are key many cancers, including lung cancer. Several immunotherapy drugs are now approved for use. inOur lowering of the symptoms and the seeking immuneyour systemrisk. fightsAwareness cancer cells normally, and thus reduces chanceprompt of attention normal is equally essential. transforming cells into cancer cells. But this does not work always, as people with normal immune systems also develop cancer. The principle of immune therapy is based on boosting the immune system so that it can efficiently destroy cancer cells.

The use of immune checkpoint inhibitors has been a major breakthrough in cancer research.

These drugs help to take the “brakes” off the immune system, so that they can recognize and kill cancer cells more effectively.

OPDIVO, KEYTRUDA, and TECENTRIQ are some of the immune checkpoint inhibitors that are used Testimonials in lung cancer. Even though these drugs don’t have the typical side effects of Patient chemotherapy, they still can cause reactions such as inflammatory disorders.

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endometrial cancer in athat minority patients.

Once your doctor suspects you haveof lung cancer, you will be sent for CT scans and in Obesity: Endometrial cancer is moremore common among overweight some cases, a PET scan. A PET scan can detect cancer accurately than other tests. The diagnosis by taking a biopsy the suspicious seenhormone on the X-rayproduced or CT womenis confirmed than those who are lean.ofEstrogen, thelesions female scans.

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An experienced surgeon removes the tumor, normal lung with tissue endometrial and the lymph glands Bleeding: Mostsurrounding patients diagnosed canceraround haveit.

Even after removing the tumor, cancer cells can remain and cause recurrent cancer, either abnormal vaginal bleeding. It could be a change in their periods or in the lung itself or in other organs. Chemotherapy, radiation or both are used after surgery to reduce bleeding between periods or after menopause. It is important to seek the chance of recurrent cancer. medical any irregular immediately. you have drugs Advancedattention stage lung for cancer is treated withbleeding chemotherapy.

The types of If chemotherapy gone through menopause, it is especially important to report any etc. vaginal used are based on the type of lung cancer, age of the patient, other medical illnesses, There is bleeding, spotting, orthe abnormal discharge to lung yourcancer. doctor. ongoing research to improve outcome in patients with

Non-bloody vaginal What’s new in lung cancer?discharge may also be a sign of

endometrial cancer.

Even you cannot see blood in theondischarge, it Targeted agents: Medicines thatiftarget certain proteins or receptors the cancer cells aredoes beingnot developed for the treatment of various cancers.

These targeted agents attack the mean there is no cancer. In about 10% of cases, the discharge cancer cells specifically, sparing other cells.

Targeted cause Any less severe side effects than associated with endometrial cancer is notagents bloody. abnormal discharge chemotherapy. should be checked out by your doctor.

A few different targeted agents are found to be beneficial in lung cancer. Tarceva (erlotinib)

Lower abdominal pain, pressure sensation, feeling a masscalled or lump is a drug that works in certain types of lung cancers carrying a mutation in a receptor EGFR. A new drug called crizotinib was approved recently for the treatment of lung cancer in the lower abdomen and unexpected weight loss are some of the otherthat carries a gene called ALK fusion oncogene. symptoms of uterine cancer.

No two tumors are alike! Even among lung cancers, there are different distinguishing Diagnosis is made by doing a biopsy of the lining of the uterus. Before features. Your oncologist chooses the type of treatment based on a number of factors, including a biopsy, an ultrasound of theon pelvis can be to evaluate the size thedoing cell type, stage, different biological markers the cancer cells,done and your other medical of the uterus and the thickness of the endometrial lining. problems.

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Can Sclerotherapy Help Treat My Spider Veins?

Girija Surya, M.D.

Other Side Effects Include:

Board Certified in Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery

Hi! Friends In earlier articles we have discussed the pathophysiology of Varicose Veins and treatment of larger Varicose Veins.Today we will talk about the treatment of Spider Veins.

• Larger veins that have been injected may become lumpy and hard and may require several months to dissolve and fade or might need needle aspiration to remove the painful clot.

• Brown lines or spots may appear at the vein site. In most cases, they disappear within three to six months.

• Neovascularization: the development of new, tiny blood vessels may occur at the site of Sclerotherapy treatment. These tiny veins can appear days or weeks after the procedure, but should fade within three to twelve months without further treatment. Should any of the following side effects occur, contact your doctor immediately. These include: • Inflammation within five inches of the groin • A sudden onset of a swollen leg • Formation of small ulcers at the injection site.

Medical ProfessionalsSclerotherapy Effectiveness:

Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is the name of a non-surgical procedure to treat spider veins. The Studies have shown that as many as 50%-80% of injected veins may be eliminated with procedure involves injecting a solution through a very fine needle directly into the vein. The each session of Sclerotherapy. Although this procedure works for most patients, the results solution irritates the lining of the blood vessel, causing it to swell and stick together and the are always variable and are somewhat unpredictable. In general, spider veins respond in blood to clot. Over time, the vessel turns into scar tissue that fades from view. Sclerotherapy three to six weeks and larger veins respond in three to four months. is a proven procedure and has been in use since the 1930s. During the procedure, you may If the veins respond to the treatment they will not reappear. However, new veins may experience mild discomfort for oneand todepends two minutes, especially whenoflarger veinsasare injected. appear at theInclude: same rate as before. If needed, you may return for injections. Usually followon the size and location the veins, well as Other Side Effects ds The procedure itself takes approximately 15 to 30 minutes.

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Following the injections, yourself home the and treated resume your reg¬ular daily activities. of the following side effects occur, contact your doctor h avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, or other antiinflammatory drugs immediately. These include: Walking is encouraged.

You will be instructed to wear le support stockings to compress themay treated for at least 48 hours.

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• Hot baths drugs for at least 48 hours. Tylenol may be e Schedule appointments “24/7” used if needed.

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Saturday, July 11, 2020

The Lupus Foundation of America NJ Chapter, Inc. (LFANJ) will feature a fundraiser, Elegance

by Candlelight Dinner & Fashion Show Gala & 50/50, which will take place on Saturday, July 11, 6 to 10pm at Costa’s Restaurant, 120 Chestnut Street, Roselle Park, NJ. The evening will feature beautiful models modeling gorgeous fashions from New York City Glitz, Bayville, NJ, along with the Handsome Male Model Revue and the Miss Teen Models on the runway.

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by DJ Lou Nader Productions and performer Frank Sinatra Celebrity Tribute Singer Lou Dottoli (theentertainer.org) & Model/Actress/Singer Tatiana Rivera. And don’t forget to smile for the Photographers Jacqueline DeForne, Troy Alexander, Victor Bubadias, Carl Maiorino, Miguel Aviles and Videographer Kenneth Ho. The evening includes all-you-can-eat Italian, Cocktail Hour Buffet, Dinner Buffet, Dessert, Cash Bar and 50/50 Raffle. Admission is $50 and $30 ages 8 to 12. The night will be filled with fun, fashion, great food and great people. For Reservations please call the Lupus Foundation Office #973379-3226.

Kohn is the Event Coordinator for the annual event. Debra was a Para-Medical Examiner Technician Nurse for 32 years but is now an Advocate and Survivor of Lupus. She has been a Professional Runway and Print Model since age 16. She was chosen to compete in the Mrs. NJ America Pageant in 2014 as Mrs. Monmouth County America and won the Pageantry Spirit Award.

She was also chosen to compete in the Mrs. NJ United States Pageant 2011 and 2012 as Mrs. Howell Township and won the Community Service Award for all the community volunteer work she has done for her cause for Lupus-Research to Find a Cure. Debra has been awarded the LFA/NJ’s Volunteer Service Awards yearly from 2012 thru 2020 and the Lupus Foundation Courage Award 2015. She was awarded the Butterfly of Hope Award 2016 at the LFA/NJ Annual Awards Meeting & Educational Seminar. She received these awards in recognition of her ongoing volunteer work and fundraising efforts. She also received the Mrs. NJ United States Phenomenal Women’s Award 2019 for all her fundraising events. Debra currently serves as a member of the LFA/NJ Board of Directors. *Lupus is a chronic, autoimmune disease which causes inflammation to various parts of the body, especially the skin, joints, blood and kidneys. The immune system normally protects the body against viruses, bacteria and other foreign materials. In an autoimmune disease like Lupus, the immune system loses its ability to tell the difference between foreign substances and its own cells and tissues.

Lupus is NOT infectious, rare or cancerous. Lupus affects people of all ages, including children, but it most often strikes people when they are between the age of 15 and 45. Nine out of ten people with Lupus are women.

Although the cause of Lupus is unknown, scientists suspect that individuals are genetically predisposed to Lupus and know that environmental factors such as infections, antibiotics, ultraviolet light, extreme stress and certain drugs play a critical role in triggering Lupus. Women are five times more likely to die from Lupus than men. African Americans are three times more likely to die from Lupus than Caucasians. Lupus can be difficult to diagnose as the symptoms come and go and mimic many other illnesses.

Some symptoms of Lupus can include transient joint and muscle pain, fatigue, and rashes caused by or made worse by sensitivity of the fingers to the cold. The risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney failure and osteoporosis is much higher in people with Lupus than in the general population.

While medical science has not yet developed a cure for Lupus, new research brings unexpected findings and increased hope each year. (*Remove the Mask Brochure, LFANJ 2013)

Please visit the Lupus Foundation of America New Jersey Chapter, Inc.’s website, www.lupusnj.org for additional information on services, resources and information on the following upcoming events: • Saturday, May 16, 2020 – Educational & Awards Seminar Springfield Public Library, Springfield, NJ • Saturday, June 6, 2020 – Lupus Jazz & Blues Night - The Priory Restaurant, Newark, NJ • Sunday, June 28, 2020 – Walk to End Lupus – Veterans Park, Hamilton Township, NJ Sunday, September 13, 2020 - Walk to End Lupus - Nomahegan Park, Cranford, NJ

LFA/NJ Style & Elegance Dinner Show Gala Models, July 2019 – Olga Berry, Debora Roachford, Debra Kohn, Elizabeth Graciano, Michael Jackson MJXpressions, Susan Korwin, Nadya Roachford, Alessia CirilliEberle, Marla Illuzzi, Maria Mistretta, Owner Piera Bridal Boutique, Wall, NJ – Photo by Photographer Jacqueline DeForne

LFA/NJ Style & Elegance Dinner Show Gala Handsome Male Model Revue Models, July 2019 – Jeremy Dasaro, James Dasaro, Dr. Robert Korwin, Dominic Coccio, Jeffrey Bonner, Frank Musarra, Michael Jackson MJXpressions, Rick McNall, Rasheed Claybrooks, Lonny Domino – Photos by Photographer Jacqueline DeForne

LFA/NJ Style & Elegance Dinner Show Gala – Miss Teen Models 2019 – Emily Carpenter, Amanda Clemente, Harpreet Sodhi, Gretchen Polst, Anusha Ramesh, Brianna Morris, Caitlyn Carpenter, Angel Owens, Tatiana Rivera – Photo by Photographer Jacqueline DeForne

Donations are always accepted to the Lupus Foundation of America, New Jersey Chapter, Inc. (LFA/NJ), 65 Northfield Road – Unit D-1L – Livingston, NJ 07039

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Elisabeth Kübler-Ross As I sit down to draft this feature, we are in the process of making history with the “COVID-19” pandemic. There are many of us who may be experiencing some type of loss and perhaps some feelings of grief. It may be the loss of loved ones, canceled weddings or special events, feeling disconnected LinkedIn from friends and family, and even perhaps missing out on the experience of “memorable moments” such as a last year of high school and college. As I began my research attempting to identify a famous female in history in the medical field, I came across famous women in science. Among the list was Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. I was quite familiar with Kübler-Ross from my studies as well as my professional practice; however, I never truly immersed myself in learning about Elisabeth the person, and not just the infamous psychiatrist and journalist.

Elisabeth Kübler was born on July 8, 1926 in Switzerland. She was the middle of three children. Elisabeth had a desire to become a doctor at a young age. Elisabeth’s father was not in support of her vocational goal; however, Elisabeth forged ahead and went to medical school, graduating in 1957. Elisabeth attempted to obtain a position in the medical field, but due to the time period, females were not recognized candidates for such roles. Elisabeth was a positive and driven woman and became a member of the International Volunteer Service for Peace, helping “ravaged” communities after World War II. Elisabeth worked in a concentration camp and observed many carvings of butterflies on the walls in the caves where prisoners were left in the final hours of their lives—a symbol that Elisabeth would later identify and describe as a “transformation” from life to death. It was through this experience that Elisabeth began the focus of her work in the area of death and dying.

After medical school Elisabeth married Emanuel Robert Ross and they relocated to the United States. Elisabeth and Emanuel had two children (Kenneth and Barbara). Elisabeth worked in New York, Colorado and Chicago. Elisabeth was known to have been “appalled” by the unfair treatment of terminally ill and elderly patients. She took the time to talk with the patients and invested herself to care for them through their “transformation” to their next life. Elisabeth provided lectures with dying patients in an effort to destigmatize death. It was Elisabeth’s goal for patients to be afforded the respect and dignity to share their fears, concerns and end-of-life transition.

In 1969 Elisabeth published her first book, entitled On Death and Dying. The book explains the stages of grief as a pattern of adjustment with no defined sequence. The stages are denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. The book has become required reading for most major medical, nursing and psychology programs. The ability to understand our emotions and feelings of grief provides a validation and acknowledgment that what we are feeling is truly real. The book details the aspects of death and dying and enables society to better understand the process of transition. Throughout Elisabeth’s career she has published 24 books, which are available in

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34 languages. She has approximately 49 awards of recognition from the UK to the USA! In the 1980s Elisabeth settled on a 300-acre farm in Virginia and as its president developed “Healing Waters,” a healing and workshop Medium.com center. Over the course of Elisabeth’s career, a career that was “discouraged” by her father, Elisabeth served in administrative roles that have included psychiatrist, educator, chairman of the board, medical director, acting and associate chief of psychiatry, and president of her own healing center. Elisabeth has earned 20 honorary degrees and has an impressive teaching resume that includes instruction to over 125,000 students on the subject of death and dying.

Elisabeth settled into retirement in 1996. During Elisabeth’s own “transition” she was frustrated with the inability to control her own metamorphosis. Elisabeth grew her wings on August 24, 2004 at the young age of 78. She made a significant impact in the medical field on the subject of death and dying due to her courage, determination and vision, which enabled her to give a voice to those who were not being heard. Elisabeth has shown humanity that the ability to “embrace life is through death.” On the EKR Foundation eulogy, it was quoted that Elisabeth was referred to as the “death and dying lady”; however, Elisabeth referred to herself as the “life and living lady.”

I close with a final message from Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross: “The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of the depths. These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern. Beautiful people do not just happen.” (Death: The Final Stage of Growth, 1975) Even though we may be experiencing some aspect of grief during this time, understand that it’s okay, and remember we must not forget to live!

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Rita King, LCSW is a mental health clinician providing psychotherapy services to adults and children. Rita has worked with individuals with mental illness in the community mental health setting, criminal justice system and private practice setting. Rita is a “De-escalation for Individuals with Special Needs” training facilitator and has trained approximately 1,200 law enforcement professionals to date. Rita is also a CIT trained mental health professional. Rita has a strong passion for women’s history and in her free time she continues to raise awareness of the importance of women’s history through lectures and community speaking engagements.

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Answering Needs. Advancing Potential.

Serving infants, children, and adults with complex physical and developmental disabilities or delays in Monmouth and Ocean Counties

For over 70 years the support of the community has contributed greatly to LADACIN Network’s success.

Your generosity today will help ensure the more than 3,500 people we serve continue to have the resources and services they depend on.

Thank you for supporting your local non-profits during this difficult time so that we can provide critical services needed in our community.

UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS

FOR EVENT DETAILS AND UPDATES PLEASE VISIT WWW.LADACIN.ORG

The 18th Annual

RAT Rock Open Charity Golf Classic Monday, June 15th at Jumping Brook Country Club, Neptune

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Friday, October 16th at Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club, Farmingdale, NJ

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Stay Healthy, Active & Connected With Scan!

What is Social Community Activities Network?

SCAN programs sustain independence, health and happiness among people fifty years of age and older in Monmouth and Ocean Counties by using education and technology to create an environment where the aging population can continue to grow intellectually as well as physically and emotionally, thereby allowing older adults to thrive – not just survive. SCAN is a place where Active Adults meet to be Informed, Empowered and Inspired. Throughout the year, we will continue to introduce new programs and services that complement our mission.

Sponsor Spotlight: We wanted to thank and highlight our Diamond Sponsor, CareOne, for being part of SCAN and helping us to bring our programs, classes and special events to seniors throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

CareOne has developed a reputation as a premier health care company and assisted living community due to their commitment to best clinical practices, strong management standards and resident quality of life. They are much more than just an NJ nursing home; they offer a wide variety of services and living arrangements to give each of their residents the individualized care they need and deserve.

The CareOne Difference can be seen in the lovely surroundings, the lush courtyards, the tasteful decorations and the restaurant-style dining rooms—things that tell you it is no ordinary health care center. You can feel it in the comfortable amenities and homelike rooms that will put you at ease, and in the reassuring touch of a nurse’s hand as she helps you out of bed. And you can hear it in the laughter coming from the activity room, the enthusiastic greeting of a physical therapist, and the proud farewells of the staff as you leave for home.

Learn more about CareOne and find a location near you by visiting: care-one.com.

SCAN’S UPCOMING CLASSES AND EVENTS Since our schedule was tentative at the time of print, we ask that you please visit our website at scannj.org for an update on the start date for our upcoming semester as well as the class and special event schedule for all of our locations, which include the Monmouth Mall, the Freehold Campus at Bethel AME Church, the Freehold Raceway Mall and St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Toms River.

Call SCAN at 732-542-1326 with questions.

TUNE IN TO SCAN TV! Did you know that SCAN produces 3 television shows every month that provide important community information and resources for seniors and caregivers? You can view current and past episodes on our YouTube Channel at any time: https://www.youtube.com/ScanMonmouthCounty

Welcome to SCAN:

Benefits of Becoming a SCAN Member:

Tracey Wolfman, Owner of We Care Adult Care, hosts this show that provides general information on all aspects of topics that are of particular interest to the senior population as well as information about SCAN Education and Resource Center.

• A discount on all SCAN education classes for which there is a fee Community Connections: Thomas Hayes, Director of Customer and Community Relations for NJ Natural Gas Company, hosts this show that provides a • Free one-on-one counseling (by appointment) with NJ State Health communications portal through which a wide range of organizations, governmental Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) counselors agencies, individuals and businesses can share their wealth of knowledge and experience.

• Reduced-cost tickets to SCAN Annual Leaders of Distinction Luncheon in October Caregivers First: Lavelle Jones, AARP NJ State President, hosts this show that provides caregivers with information and resources for caregiving, including topics • Free Lunch & Learn programs at all of our locations: Monmouth such as legal, health insurance, physical wellness, end-of-life issues, and nutrition.

Mall, Freehold Borough, Toms River In addition to our shows, we also have • Free Special Events – Technology Fair, Senior Expo, Brain Health produced some special-interest videos such as an Fairs, Transportation/Mobility Fair, Vacation Expo, Housing Options exercise video that was done in collaboration with GymGuyz of Central Monmouth. It is a great way Fair and more to stay active and healthy at home. It can be viewed • Free Lakewood BlueClaws tickets, when available and in season on our YouTube channel as well (link above).

The cost of a SCAN membership is $30 per year ($20 for a renewal).

180 Route 35 Eatontown

(basement level of Monmouth Mall)

732-542-1326 • www.scannj.org

Pat Bohse

Executive Director

SCAN Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

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uring this troubling time the doctors and staff at Gastroenterologists of Ocean County remain available to care for your needs. We are using telemedicine and offer limited office hours for carefully screened patients. Our endoscopy centers remain open for emergent procedures for which a delay could cause harm to the patient or lead to hospitalization. Please call if you have any questions or concerns, 732-349-4422

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