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Health Matters Observer

EAST COUNTY

NOVEMBER 2014

MEMORY LOSS

November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month and National Caregiver Month

People who suffer from dementia need strong support systems in place. So do their caregivers.

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GREEN THUMB Winter season proves perfect for container gardening.

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ANTI-GRAVITY

REALITY CHECK

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Treadmill technology relieves joint pressure, pain.

Simulation helps caretakers relate to dementia patients.

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MISSING MEMORIES

People who suffer from dementia as well as their caregivers need strong support systems in place.

BY PAM EUBANKS

together.

DEMENTIA

is a general

enough to

Pam Eubanks

Stephen Green now lives at Kobernick-Anchin-Benderson’s skilled nursing center. Although his memory is limited, his wife, Joelle, says it’s important to maintain their relationship: “He needs that connection with somebody steady, lifelong. It’s good for him, and it’s good for me.”

chocolate pudding — his favorite — in runs out. it.

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He forgot to pay bills and would get lost while driving.

Healing

Joelle had Stephen’s memory

starts here.

interested in looking at lights and

Comfort and quality matter most to you, so we make it our top priority. Our individualized therapy programs and home-style environment are designed to make you feel special.

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religion.

Pavilion nearly two years ago.

“You think you are a super

Joelle and Stephen Green hold hands.

CARETAKER CARE

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well-being (see sidebar).

“You talk with people going through the

who have that support network also Smith said. “It’s very important. You

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Simulation creates dementia reality for caretaker training

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BY THE NUMBERS

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Americans suffer strokes annually. Strokes are the No. 1 cause of disability and the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. The Stroke Association of Florida hosted its Victory Over Stroke Symposium Nov. 13, in Sarasota. The program included health screenings and speakers.

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BACKYARD TO TABLE Edible container gardens make great options for gardeners of all skill levels.

container.

Gone are the days of needing an acre of land to start your own edible garden. All you need is a

edible plants in any type of

Restaurants use the farm-totable concept to cut costs, help the environment and provide and the same principles can be used in your own backyard with container gardening.

most advantageous way to do it would be a rectangular container where you have room to do a Something to consider when prepping your container garden is to test the pH level of the soil.

This can be done with a kit from your local hardware store or

Suggested Florida planting schedule:

Sarasota resident Ed Popiak checks on his cucumbers that he is growing in a pot in his driveway.

celery, Chinese cabbage,

Fruits of your labor

mustard greens, onions, radish, and turnips

and seeking the least-harmful

Getting started

Container gardens can be grown outside or inside, as long as the plants receive enough sunlight and shade according to the variety. Most plants require

kits will have dolomite, which will regulate the soil pH and make it conducive to having a nice sweet fruit for tomatoes, squash and

pests in container gardens are

day of sunlight; some will specify more or less on the packaging.

You should plan where to place the container garden before purchasing plants or a container.

Maintaining an edible garden

the weather or pests.

Alyssa Vinson, program coordinator for the University of

the ladybugs eat the aphids,” Vinson said. “So if you have aphids, keep your eyes out for ladybugs, and if you see a ladybug, they’ll take care of the problem.”

For other pests, Vinson recommends using compost or

Sarasota, recommends organic methods for pest control and integrated pest management.

water to spray on plants. With this method you should always wash any fruits or vegetables before

for edible container gardens that include a container, organic Your Farm and Garden nursery, says starter kits are helpful. He recommends using a rectangular

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A green thumb isn’t necessary for a successful garden. An easy herb garden with hearty plants such as rosemary, parsley and a variety of mint can prove useful.

Seasonal Longboat Key resident Joyce Tankersley has her own container herb garden with basil, rosemary, oregano, mint, lemon basil and parsley. She uses them regularly when cooking her recipe for Mediterranean shrimp, which calls for one cup of fresh basil, or roasted potatoes with rosemary — her husband Art’s favorite dish.

The fresh herbs allow her to use less sodium in dishes.

“All of my herbs I use in cooking, so I like to have them available,” Tankersley said. “I’m from Maryland, so I like fresh parsley for my crab cakes.”

ADVANTAGES TO CONTAINER GARDENING • Plants can be grown in small spaces.

• Plants can be moved inside to avoid cold snaps.

• Plants that tend to spread are • It’s easy to prevent or contain soil-borne diseases, weeds and • Containers are less maintenance compared with a ground garden.

Growing your own fruits and vegetables allows you to

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Anti-gravity machine helps improve mobility

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— runs from 4 to 5 p.m. Dec. 9, at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, 8330 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton. This free lec-

Back Pain and Adult Scoliosis — runs from 4 to 5 p.m. Dec. 4, at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, 8330 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton. Join Dr. Andrew back pain and having scoliosis as an adult. Light refreshments will be served.

wood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton. Dr. Brian Rell will address common foot and ankle help alleviate pain or discomfort in this nar. Light refreshments will be served.

— runs from 5 to 6 p.m. the second Thursday of each month, in Conference Room 1 of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, 8330 Lakewood Ranch Main St. For more

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free health screenings for strokerelated risk factors. Speakers include Dr. Michael R. Lepore Jr., Dr. Hakim Mosli and Dr. Cynthia Palmieri. The goal of the event is to raise awareness about stroke symptoms and the need quired. Call 888-685-1596 for more

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Nov. 22, at Harvest United Methodist Church, 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch. Cost is $25, or $30 on race day. The 16th annual run extends through the Country Club community The Food Bank of Manatee. Walkers, joggers and parents pushing strollers

— starts at 9 a.m. Nov. 22, at Premier Sports Campus, 5895 Post Blvd., Lakewood Ranch.

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marathon runners. The 4-mile Reindeer Dash accommodates This fun run takes you through the community of Deer Creek in Palmer Ranch. Race-day registrathe post-race party are all within

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a scenic road run through Palmer Ranch area and Legacy Trail.

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The cardiologists at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center are ready to take care of the that matters most … yours.

Our hospital offers a comprehensive range of cardiac services performed by experienced medical professionals, including such diagnostic services as: • Heart catheterization • Peripheral angiography • Stress testing • Echocardiography • EKG The Cardiovascular Lab includes a STEMI program that provides coronary interventions for patients who may be experiencing a heart attack.

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