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Breast cancer care now nearby Vidant Breast Clinic in Washington is accepting new patients When facing breast cancer, or other non-cancer conditions of the breast, you deserve a team of trained, local experts who collaborate to provide the most optimal care plan for you, right here where you live.

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Daniel Richardson is now providing advanced breast cancer surgical care at Vidant Breast Clinic in Washington. Dr. Richardson offers expertise in breast conservation surgery as well as risk reduction strategies, early detection and prompt treatment of breast cancer. Together with his colleagues, Dr. Richardson gives you access to the full resources of your local hospital and Vidant Health.

Vidant Breast Clinic–Washington 615 E. 12th Street, Washington Phone: 252-974-9256 VidantHealth.com

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Women’s Health 101: Know the basics

BY BROOKE NEAL | FOR EASTERN RADIOLOGISTS

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t’s no secret that women have unique healthcare needs. But the thing is, no two women are the same (perhaps the reason men can’t seem to figure us out). With the healthcare arena in a state of constant change and technology ever improving, it’s important that we understand our own unique healthcare needs — and advocate for them. Read on for a crash course in women’s healthcare and the technology we rely on.

Screening Mammography Here’s the no-brainer: Women need annual mammograms, and we need them starting at age 40 (unless family history or other personal risk factors dictate an earlier start). Digital screening mammography has long been the standard of care, able to detect cancers up to two years before a lump can be felt. But thanks to recent advancements, 3D mammography is offering better visualization and detecting 41 percent more invasive cancers. Also known as tomosynthesis, 3D mammography allows radiologists to view the breast in layers, oftentimes revealing cancers that otherwise may have remained hidden.

“More information is better for cancer detection, and that’s what tomosynthesis provides,” says Dr. Ericka Griffin, director of breast imaging for Eastern Radiologists. “It allows us to literally peel back the layers and view each one individually.

There’s overall less room for error, which is a significant advantage.” (Hint: 3D mammography is particularly beneficial for women with dense breasts and/or no prior mammogram to use for comparison.)

Breast Diagnostics When a patient or her doctor finds an area of concern, physicians rely on different tools

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to gain the information necessary to make an accurate diagnosis.

Diagnostic mammography is a more comprehensive exam that’s encouraged for women with an abnormal screening mammogram, and/or worrisome symptoms, like a lump or changes in the breast skin. Similarly, breast ultrasounds can provide valuable information about an area of concern when it’s used in conjunction with mammography.

stay on track. Eastern Radiologists is committed to providing the most advanced technolog y and comprehensive patient care, offering all of the above women’s services and more. Their expert physicians are subspecialized in specific areas of the body, which means they have the training and experience to pick up subtle irregularities that others may miss. And their warm, friendly mammography technologists are second to none, ensuring exams that are both quick, thorough and try their hardest to make sure patients are as comfortable as possible. Learn more today at easternrad.com. ■

than 20 million Americans suffer from osteoporosis, and 80 percent of these are women. Regular DEXA bone density screenings are recommended for all women starting at age 65. The scans are quick and painless and can determine your risk for a fracture.

There you have it, ladies. A top-line look at the screenings and technology we should all be familiar with. But let’s face it — our plates are already spilling over with the needs of everyone else DEXA Bone Density under our care, and sometimes it’s hard Screenings to make our own health and wellness a In addition to breast health, bone priority. So, consider partnering with health is critical for females. More a group of experts who can help you

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Did you know? ➤➤ S t u d i e s s h ow 3 D mammography is detecting 41 percent more invasive breast cancers. ➤➤ 3D mammography is a great option for all women, but those with dense breasts or no prior mammogram to use for comparison are urged to consider it. ➤➤ Research suggests 75 percent of those diagnosed with breast cancer have no family history. ➤➤ Osteoporosis can strike as early as middle age.

Eastern Radiologists – Washington Offering digital mammography, 3D mammography, breast ultrasound & DEXA bone density scans 630 E. 11th St. Washington, NC 27889 Phone: 252-946-2137

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Wireless technology takes hearing aids to new levels

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earing loss may not be something people want to contemplate, but it is more common than many people may think. Hearing deficits may occur from birth or be acquired due to injury or prolonged exposure to loud noises.

The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders says approximately 15 percent of American adults (37.5 million people) aged 18 and older report some trouble hearing. Age is the strongest contributor to hearing loss, with people age 60 and older with the highest levels of impairment.

People with hearing deficits can access a growing number of assistance devices to make their lives easier. From telephones and doorbells that trigger a blinking light rather than a bell to closed captioning and voice-to-text conversion to a greater understanding and widespread usage of sign language, the deaf and hearing impaired have many options to help them overcome hearing loss.

As technology advances, so, too, do the options for the hearing impaired.

One innovative piece of gadgetry is sophisticated wireless hearing aids that are compatible with personal electronic devices.

Thanks to Bluetooth technology, hearing aid manufacturers are harnessing this science to expand on the abilities of hearing aids and to develop new products. In the past, in order to use an

MP3 player or mobile phone, a person would need to remove traditional hearing aids to accommodate a pair of earbuds.

Furthermore, hearing aids may have had their limitations in filtering ambient noise.

Although Bluetooth-powered hearing devices are still in their infancy, Oticon, a global hearing technology company, has developed their own communication and entertainment solution called ConnectLine that enables people to connect hearing aids with different devices. This transforms hearing aids into a personal wireless headset for listening to music, watching television or video chatting.

Many other companies, such as ReSound and Starkey, also offer Bluetooth-enabled devices. Their devices may be compatible with Android and iPhone models, some of which may only require an app or direct connectivity to the device. In fact, Apple has patented a specific Bluetooth connectivity with certain hearing aid manufacturers. Others may require an accessory of some sort to make connections possible, especially when pairing with a TV or other audio device.

Thanks to cutting edge technology, assistive listening devices have improved considerably. Individuals should speak with their hearing care professionals about their daily needs concerning hearing aids and explore the options in wireless hearing aid technology that can work seamlessly with their devices. â–

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SOUND TECHNOLOGY: As technology advances, so, too, do the options for the hearing impaired. One innovative piece of gadgetry is sophisticated wireless hearing aids that are compatible with personal electronic devices.

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Orthopedic surgical hardware

HARDWIRED: Fractures may require the use of orthopedic hardware implants.

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healthy person is born with 270 bones. As a body ages, certain bones fuse together and the average adult will have 206 bones throughout his or her body. More than half of those bones are located in the hands and feet.

Bones give the human body its form and are essential to movement and keeping people upright. But bones are not impervious to fractures that can result from illness, age or injury. Surgery may be necessary to repair fractured

bones, and orthopedic hardware or to hold bones together, strengthen implants may be the best way to ensure tendons and ligaments, or attach them everything heals as it should. to bone. Some implants replace the bone itself.

What is orthopedic The process of surgical hardware? implementation of implants for Orthopedic hardware or implants the purpose of repairing a bone is are substances that are placed inside called internal fixation. Although or on the surface of the body. The this technology may seem futuristic, American Orthopaedic Foot and according to the book “Surgery, Science Ankle Society states that, in the field and Industry: A Revolution in Fracture of orthopedics, and particularly in Care, 1950s-1990s,� this type of surgery regard to foot and ankle surgery, originated in the 19th century and has implants refer to hardware that is used been evolving ever since.

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Common hardware types Implants may be biologic and nonbiologic.

Biologic materials are similar to human tissue and strengthen areas. Many operations make use of nonbiologic materials, which can be comprised of titanium, stainless steel and plastics. Among the most common types of medical implants are pins, rods, screws and plates used to anchor bones while they heal. Wires and nails may also make up an orthopedic surgeon’s catalog of hardware options.

Depending on a person’s age and health status, bones can generally take anywhere from six to 12 weeks to heal to a significant degree, advises the Cleveland Clinic. Orthopedic hardware, in addition to casting, can help keep bones in place as they heal.

Removal of hardware Orthopedic hardware was once routinely removed after the fracture had healed. Then physicians realized that it is not always easy to remove hardware. As a result, the decision of whether or not to remove implants is now one doctors and patients discuss.

There are mixed opinions on whether or not it is necessary to undergo further surgery to have rods or pins removed. Typically, it is a case-by-case decision based on some key criteria: • Severe pain in the area where hardware is located.

• Impaired function in the area the hardware helped repair.

• Loss of mobility.

• Infection in or around the hardware connection site. However, the AOFAS states there is no evidence that the current implants used in orthopedic surgery result in an increased risk of infection.

Orthopedic hardware implants are frequently used to help fractures heal successfully. ■

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Media use rules can benefit families

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amilies spend more time staring at screens than ever before. Thanks to smartphones, tablets, laptops, televisions, and video games, the average person is exposed to various media throughout a typical day. It can be easy to get swept away and spend much more time staring at screens than is healthy.

Screen time can adversely affect one’s ability to sleep and eat and may make people less likely to engage in physical activity. Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles have found that children’s social skills may be declining as they have less time for face-to-face interaction and reduced inability to read emotional facial cues due to increased digital media use.

In 2016, the American Academy of Pediatrics released new policy recommendations on screen time for children. Children younger than 18 months should avoid screen media except for video chatting. Children between the ages of two and five should limit screen use to one hour per day with high-quality content. Children ages six and older should have consistent limits placed on the time they spend using media so that it doesn’t impact behaviors essential to their overall health. This gives caregivers a wide berth in determining just how much media is right for their families.

Because media is ubiquitous, families must weigh the pros and cons of screen time in developing media plans that work for their unique situations. A healthy "media diet” includes smart choices about

what media to engage with. Here’s how to get started.

• Determine when screen time seems most disruptive or negatively impactive to the family. This may include during dinnertime or when the family would normally socialize. Make those moments screen-free times.

• Encourage creative pursuits when consuming media. These can include making videos or learning to code video games rather than just watching videos or playing games.

• Make sure to keep bedtime tech-free so that screen time does not interfere with sleep or keeps children (and adults) from getting the quality sleep they need. Many experts recommend avoiding screens at least an hour before retiring.

• Encourage electronic limits and curfews so that kids and adults can get creative with their free time instead of simply turning to technology. Have plenty of other screenfree options available, such as books, newspapers, board games and craft items.

• Modify guidelines as necessary for the family. This way no one is pigeonholed by strict rules. For example, screen time may be increased if a child is home sick from school or if someone can use some distraction while on a long car ride.

Media use is pervasive as technology continues to increase in everyone’s lives.

Parents can establish family limits on screen time to promote stronger relationships and improve the overall health of their families.■

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Detect cancer early with screenings

LIVESAVING MEASURES: People often wonder what they can do to protect themselves against cancer. Routine screenings are one of the most effective ways to combat cancer.

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ancer does not discriminate based on race, gender or age, and many people have been or know someone who has been diagnosed with this potentially deadly disease.

Cancer is often unpredictable, but many cancers can be found in the early stages before they have had the chance to metastasize. In many instances, the earlier cancer is detected, the more treatable it is, according to the American Cancer Society.

People often wonder what they can do to protect themselves against cancer.

Routine screenings are one of the most

effective ways to combat cancer.

CA-125 for ovarian cancer and the alpha-fetoprotein blood test used in What is a cancer screening? conjunction with an ultrasound to The National Cancer Institute says detect liver cancer. cancer screenings check for cancer Cancer screenings are not always in people who have no symptoms. part of annual physicals. However, Common cancer screenings include doctors may suggest screenings based colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies, on patients’ family histories or other mammograms, Pap tests, visual skin risk factors. In addition, some doctors examinations and any preventative may recommend cancer screenings as visual or tactile examinations of their patients age, as age is one of the parts of the body for lumps and biggest risk factors for many cancers. abnormalities.

Other screening tests can include How people can be health specific blood tests, such as Prostate- advocates There are more than 200 types of Specific Antigen for prostate cancer,

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Imaging procedures may be used in conjunction with lab tests to rule out certain cancers. Such procedures include: • CT scan: an x-ray image of internal organs •nuclear scan (radionuclide scan): a specialized radioactive scan to create pictures of bones and organs • ultrasound: use of radio waves to map out internal images • PET scan: use of a tracer injection to map how tissues are working, among other tests Doctors may also recommend biopsies, which remove a small portion of tissue to test for cancer.

Other cancer tests Men and women curious Because screening and about cancer screenings testing comes with certain should consult with their risks and the possibility for doctors and ask pertinent false positives or negatives, questions about potential not to mention sometimes side effects, preparing for exorbitant costs, patients screenings and interpreting and doctors often discuss the results. Taking charge the pros and cons of cancer of one’s health can help screenings before going catch cancer in its earliest forward with the tests. stages.■ cancer that can cause many different symptoms, advises Cancer Research UK. It is not possible to know them all, but generally people are good at recognizing when they’re feeling normal and when they’re exhibiting symptoms that sug gest something is awry. Knowing oneself and knowing when something seems strange can help men and women advocate for their own health.

Individuals should feel comfortable addressing their concer ns with a physician and asking if screening methods or other tests may be applicable in certain situations.

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ON YOUR MARK: Fitness trackers such as this Garmin Forerunner help users keep track of distance, heart rate, set goals and remind wearers to get up and move when they’ve been still too long, among many other features.

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TRACK IT Fitness trackers can change habits for good

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eart-rate readings, sleep tracking, stress-level detection, reminders to be more active. No, this isn’t a check-up at the doctor’s office; it’s information available right there on your wrist — wearable fitness tracking technology that can monitor everything from the time spent moving and sitting still to water intake.

Many brands with many versions of fitness tracking are available. They can be as basic as the Fitbit, a barebones way to monitor daily activity and sleep habits, providing prompts to be more active and syncing to a Fitbit app or the Fitbit website. They can be as elaborate as an Apple Watch, essentially a mini-computer that can answer calls, send and receive texts and emails, as well as keep track of movement, heart rate, run distances and more.

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Whether a top-of-the-line Garmin Vivosport ($170) or the clip-on Fitbit Zip ($60), both have the same goal: to get people moving.

Audrey Taylor is a fan of the technology, and a user. An exercise specialist at Vidant Wellness Center, with a degree in exercise physiology and a soon-to-be master’s in nutrition, Taylor is immersed in health and fitness.

“I track the intensity of my workouts. Calories and heartrate are the ones that I most focus on,” Taylor said.

Taylor has cycled through a few fitness trackers and settled on the Apple Watch, as she finds it to be more accurate and it allows her set goals — how many steps she wants to walk a day; how many minutes she wants to spend standing or sitting —

and also tells her when she needs to do more to meet those goals. At the end of the day, it can tell her exactly how much she’s walked in a day and how many calories she’s burned through exercise.

For Taylor, the technology has made her more aware of her habits and more in tune with her body, which is something she recommends for anyone.

“I would recommend it — being aware of your body and being in tune with your body is not only very important to physical health, but your mental health,” Taylor said. “You can be told 100 times you need to walk ‘this many’ steps in a day. You can be told that 100 times, but unless it’s there on your wrist, oftentimes, how do you know? How do you know if you’re truly exercising? It’s an accountability

thing, but it’s a reminder that ‘I need to do this.’ It’s a great tool for those who don’t necessarily have knowledge at their fingertips, or a trainer at their fingertips; it’s a great reminder.”

Accountability was what prompted Julie Hill to buy her Fitbit Alta several years ago.

“I got it not so much to track my steps, but I got it because it tracks your sleep, and it helps you track your water intake,” Hill said. “At the time, I was having a hard time drinking enough water, and it was a way to hold me more accountable.”

Wearing a Fitbit Alta ended up changing her habits. The technology informed her that she was a light sleeper who woke up pretty regularly during the night. As a result, Hill removed the distractions — lights off, digital clock turned away, a fan

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I would recommend it — being aware of your body and being in tune with your body is not only very important to physical health, but your mental health.

— AUDRY TAYLOR, EXERCISE SPECIALIST

blowing as white noise — and began sleeping better. She started drinking more water, and she started moving more.

“It did change the way I approach things like, ‘Oh, I’m going to walk up this flight of steps because I’m almost at 10,000 steps, so I’ll walk up two floors instead of taking the elevator,’” Hill said.

She was also able to tap into the social aspect of Fitbit, taking part in challenges with friends and fellow Fitbit users to see who could walk the most steps in a day — challenges taking place on opposite sides of the country.

“Instead of sitting down to watch TV, I would, like, stand in the living room and walk over to the kitchen while I was watching whatever reality TV show was on,” Hill said. “And it’s a nice way to connect with people or stay in touch with people that are not necessarily relevant in your day-to-day life.”

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