Women's Guide - October 2019

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WOMEN'S GUIDE As women, we sometimes put our needs on the back burner. We try to do it all. CEO. Chef. Housekeeper.

Taxi. Teacher.

Mediator. It’s time you realize how important it is for you to care for yourself the same way you care for others! In this issue, we’re showcasing local businesses that make your life a little easier and a

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lot healthier. So, grab a pumpkin spice latte and read on to discover local experts who are eager to put you first!

Norma Basinger, M.D. and Janet Newman, RN 8101 McClure Drive, Fort Smith, Arkansas arveinandskincare.com 479.484.7100

We are thankful & excited to celebrate women in the River

From childbirth to menopause, the female body can

Valley! Our group is blessed with six wonderful women who

experience remarkable changes. As rewarding as these

serve our clients with care & compassion. Dr. Braboy is joined by

changes may be, they can sometimes impair vaginal health

five other women who bring different skills, talents & training

and lead to vaginal stretching, loss of sexual sensation, and

to our therapy spectrum. Michelle brings experience with

urinary incontinence. To help restore your vaginal health, we

children, teens, marriage & families. Emily’s passion is working

offer diVa™ laser treatment, which can improve the quality of

with children, teens & women in crisis. Lori enjoys working

your vaginal tissue by resurfacing the vaginal wall. For women

with women & teens. Alisa excels with teens & women who

suffering from sexual dysfunction or urinary incontinence,

have experienced trauma or grief. Samantha keeps everyone

we offer the O-shot. The O-Shot harnesses your own body’s

organized with a smile! Our focus is to meet you where you are

healing abilities to stimulate collagen production and cellular

& join you on the journey to better mental health.

regeneration in tissues that have lost elasticity and sensation.

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1501 S. Waldron Road, Ste. 100, Fort Smith, Arkansas anchoredhopecounseling.net Office phone/text: 479.561.7600

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Baptist Health Women’s Clinic-Fort Smith 1500 Dodson Avenue, Ste. 230, Fort Smith, Arkansas baptist-health.com 479.709.7490 With each new phase of a woman’s life come different health concerns. Baptist Health provides trained women’s need of the female body. From childbirth to breast cancer, osteoporosis to gynecological exams, we deliver the leading care and advanced services you need to pursue wellness. To learn more about advanced women’s care for every phase of life, visit baptist-health.com or call the Baptist Health HealthLine at 1-888-BAPTIST.

While all women are at risk for breast cancer, some are at higher risk than others. A Risk Assessment is a comprehensive consultation with a registered nurse who is specially trained to determine your risk for developing breast cancer. The nurse will evaluate several risk factors and provide a customized breast care plan for you. A Risk Assessment provides crucial information about how often and what type of screenings you need such as Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound, Breast MRI, or optional genetic testing. Take our short Breast Cancer Risk Quiz at breastcenternwa.com to learn more.

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health specialists and education opportunities to meet every

55 West Sunbridge Drive, Fayetteville, Arkansas 801 S.E. Plaza Avenue, Bentonville, Arkansas 502 N. Walnut Street, Harrison, Arkansas breastcenternwa.com 479.442.6266

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4300 Rogers Avenue, Suite 15, Fort Smith, Arkansas centerforhearing.net 479.785.3277

8020 Dallas Street, Fort Smith, Arkansas dallasstreetdental.com 479.452.6600 Dr. Bill Ligon has called Fort Smith home for more than a quarter century. His practice, Dallas Street Dental,

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centers on excellent patient care, offering state-of-the-art Most people don't realize that chemotherapy and radiation

technology for dental and cosmetic procedures. Dallas

can cause hearing loss in up to eighty-four percent of patients

Street Dental welcomes your entire family! From routine

undergoing treatment. It is important to have a hearing test at

care to endodontics, orthodontics and cosmetic care, our

the onset of treatment and then to monitor hearing throughout,

staff looks forward to meeting you! While dentistry is our

in the event there are changes. Good communication skills are

focus, Dr. Ligon also has a passion for cosmetic treatments

essential to a good quality of life, and we're here to help people

and is highly trained in Botox® & dermal fillers, such as

hear their best as they walk this journey.

Juvederm® and Volbella®. Let Dallas Street Dental give you the confidence you have always desired and help you find another reason to smile!

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Certified Gemologist

5622 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR johnmaysjewelers.com 479.452.2140

2717 South 74th Street, Fort Smith, Arkansas passmoreplasticsurgery.com 479.573.3799

It’s that time of year once again and it is one of our favorites!

The changing of the seasons, the leaves and everything that

Football, autumn leaves, and cooler temperatures have arrived.

is fall. For all of us here at John Mays Jewelers this year is very

How do you look and feel wearing fall clothes? Do you need

special. This year we will be celebrating our 20th Anniversary

help zipping up your jeans or filling out your sweater? Maybe

so be sure to follow along on our social media accounts and

you need a little more here or a little less there. Passmore Plastic

of course Do South Magazine! We have some amazing events

Surgery offers contouring procedures to help you attain your

planned that are going to be ones for the books, and if you

desired shape. Call for an appointment and learn about surgical

have been to our events in the past you know they will be

and non-surgical options for every body and budget.

off the charts! Lots planned with Hearts On Fire, Tag Heuer, Hayley Paige and of course some of the gorgeous colored gemstone pieces to dazzle you as well.

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2801 Old Greenwood Road, Ste. 2, Fort Smith, Arkansas Find them on Facebook 479.434.5680 Raw Beauty Salon and Spa’s ultimate goal is to provide a nontoxic, organic experience for our clients and our environment. Because we absorb up to sixty percent of the substances we apply to our skin, Raw Beauty strives to offer skincare products and spray tan solutions that are natural, rather than those containing harsh chemicals. Our services include brows & lashes, facials, sugaring, spray tans, hair care, and makeup. Schedule your appointment to be pampered and indulge in a healthier option of self-care.

We can’t wait to see you!

PO Box 11133, Fort Smith, Arkansas rivervalleyoca.com contact@rivervalleyoca.com Ovarian cancer doesn’t discriminate based on age or race; it can happen to any female. There is NO PREVENTATIVE SCREENING TEST! A Pap Test does not detect ovarian cancer. Over 22,500 new cases of ovarian cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. this year. Knowing the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer can help our mothers, daughters, wives and sisters fight this disease early, when treatment is more effective. Early detection and proper treatment are the best defenses against ovarian cancer.

We must pay attention to our bodies, know the symptoms and be our own advocates. Listen carefully, it whispers!

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No matter your stage in life, there are many things you can do to care for your body as you age. Check out the tips below then commit to putting them into action!

20s 30s

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Health for the Ages • Be aware of what you’re putting in your body. Read labels, they matter.

• Diet and low-cal drinks still contain calories which add up quickly.

• Sunscreen. Wear it. Protect yourself against skin cancer and age gracefully.

• Take care of your bones with a calcium supplement and exercise.

• Boost your brain with high-intensity interval training (HIT), a proper diet, brain games, and adequate sleep.

• Eliminate sugars, especially from desserts, coffee, and juices.

40s

• Make sure you include a large portion of leafy green vegetables with all meals– smoothies are a great way to include them for breakfast.

• Master your metabolism with exercise. Get active with an activity you enjoy; think running, Pilates, hiking, or swimming.

50s 60s 70s

• Even if you’ve created bad habits in your 30s and 40s, you have time to make changes.

All Ages

• Make sure you have an established relationship with a primary care provider so they

• Discover a new activity, run a race, pick up a new hobby.

• Know your body and stay on top of health screenings.

• Stay active, both mentally and physically, doing some sort of exercise daily, whether it's a short walk or a morning swim.

• Enjoy outdoor activities like the farmer’s market, walks in local parks and art exhibits.

• Create a safe environment at home. Eliminate areas of concern that could lead to falls

can care for you through all of life’s stages.

• Be aware of and schedule healthcare screenings by age and state of life.

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and possible bone fractures.

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5501 Phoenix Avenue, Fort Smith, Arkansas uncorkthefort.com 479.434.5000

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Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders 8400 Donnington Court, Fort Smith, Arkansas Located in Stoneshire at Chaffee Crossing fortsmithhomebuilders.com 479.452.6213

Featuring stunning wood décor, an enormous wine barrel

The Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders invites you

ceiling, forty craft beer taps, a wall of wine machines, a bourbon

to come tour the 2019 Showcase Home, built by Cobblestone

tap, outdoor patio, cigar room, live music, mouthwatering tapas

Homes and Justin Green Custom Homes. This beautiful new

and now full plates, Uncork’d is unrivaled in experience. From

home is 2,735 square feet with four bedrooms and three

casual evenings on the patio relaxing by the fire to date nights,

baths and features: interior brick accents, quartz countertops

special celebrations, or watching your favorite sports teams, the

throughout, 48” stainless steel double oven and range,

atmosphere is always far from ordinary. Choose from thirty-two

butler’s pantry, lockers, custom accented stairway, laundry

wines featured on our enomatic machines. Or choose a glass or

chute from 2nd floor, additional laundry hookups in master

bottle from our extensive wine menu. Enjoy unparalleled craft

closet, huge covered patio with built-in gas grill, fire pit and

cocktails created by our skilled bartenders. See our full food,

extensive landscaping, irrigation, epoxied garage floor, gas

craft, wine and cocktail menus at uncorkthefort.com.

heater in garage, natural gas backup generator and impressive large sliding door that opens living area up to the patio.

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4300 Rogers Avenue, Ste. 8, Fort Smith, Arkansas universaltravelfs.com Find them on Facebook 479.785.1800

Supervising Physician: Dr. Thomas Wood Physician Assistant: Amanda Spahn, PA-C 8101 McClure Dr., Suite 100, Fort Smith, Arkansas wchwfs.com 479.459.6528

Introducing Universal Travel’s Wander Women! We are a group

Dr. Thomas R. Wood, D.O., a partner of Eastside OB/GYN, and a

of women who love to travel and spend time with girlfriends –

leader in women's healthcare in the River Valley, has expanded

those we’ve known forever and the new friends we make on

his practice by adding a new location! Our new clinic is now

the trips! Our first trip is Christmas in Vermont taking place in

offering same day and same week appointments as well as

early December of this year. In 2020, we will travel to Canada,

urgent gynecological care. As a gynecology only clinic, we offer

to the bay area and wine country, enjoy a European river

wellness exams, pap smears, minimally invasive surgeries, total

cruise, and much more! Like us on Facebook and ask to join

laparoscopic hysterectomies, pelvic reconstruction surgeries,

the Women’s Travel Club group where you can tell us where

incontinence treatments, as well as menopause, infertility,

YOU want to go. We look forward to traveling with you soon!

and bio identical hormone treatments. Call and schedule your

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appointment today!