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PLAYING IT SAFE AROUND WATER With temperatures exceeding one hundred degrees already, many people are heading to the pool to beat the heat. Swimming is a great recreational sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether in a backyard swimming pool or in the ocean, people should learn how to keep themselves and their children safe in and around water. Swimming can be a lot of fun, but you should be aware that drowning is a real danger. Even children who know how to swim can drown. Almost 5,000 children ages 14 and under are hospitalized every year due to unintentional drowning-related incidents. Fifteen percent of those children die in the hospital and as many as twenty percent suffer severe, permanent neurological disabilities. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, everyday about ten people die from unintentional drowning. Of these, two are children aged 14 or younger. Drowning ranks fifth among the leading cause of unintentional injury death in the United States. From 2005 – 2014, there were an average of 3,536 fatal unintentional drowning (non-boating related) annually in the United States. About one in five people who die from drowning are children. For every child that drowns another five receive emergency department care for nonfatal
submersion injuries. More than 50% of drowning victims treated in the ER require hospitalization or transfer for further care. Drowning can happen in less than two minutes, with little time for anyone to help. To keep your summer fun tragedy-free, follow these safety tips and guidelines:
Young children are at a huge risk. They can drown in as little as 2 inches of water. This means that they could drown in seconds and when you least expect it. You could turn away to answer the phone, get too involved on social media, or get otherwise distracted. Then, with as little water as there is in your sink, toilet, kiddie pool, or in ditches in your yard, an accidental drowning can claim a life. Always watch children closely when they are close to any water. All kids need to be closely monitored in the water, no matter how well you think they can swim. In 2016, I began a campaign called “Swim for Life”, which is an effort to provide free swimming lessons to those desiring to learn to swim but are not able to due to limited financial means. My goal through this campaign is to see that all children are afforded the opportunity to learn to swim and to avoid unintentional drowning. Last year we were successful in these efforts with no deaths due to the drowning. To find out more about this program contact my office or you can contact the local Boys and Girls Club in this area.
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Let’s Talk WOMEN’S HEALTH
NO PAIN, MORE GAIN: DON’T BE HELD HOSTAGE TO YOUR HEADACHES ENLIGHTENMENT
may be life threatening). Your healthcare provider Headaches seem to more common in women, and can help you identify the best way treat your can affect women of all ages. They may range in headache and will advise if you need blood tests or intensity from mild to disabling; may be sudden or imaging studies. constant; and may occur once in a while or daily. Headaches may be related to a wide range of events such as lack of sleep, stress, emotional Most importantly, do not ignore your headache and distress, changes in hormonal levels, menstrual please do everything to prevent and treat your cycles, changes in diet such as lack of caffeine, headache. If your headache may be related to lack of food, alcohol consumption, incorrect eye your blood pressure, then you should try your best glass prescription, loud noise, change in to take your medicine as prescribed. If your medication, strong smells, tight headwear or headache is unusual and not responding to your hairstyle, head injury, medical conditions such as usual treatments, please seek out an evaluation by glaucoma, high blood pressure, tooth or jaw a health care provider. In most cases, there is root problems, infection such as flu or meningitis, cause and that needs to be addressed and that seasonal allergy, arthritis, an aneurysm (bulge in should be the focus instead of the use or overuse the wall of a blood vessel that fills with blood), or a of pain medication. brain mass. First, it is important to try to understand the things that may cause your Your health is your wealth, and your head is the headache, and then learn how to treat and even “command center� of your body. Headaches can prevent them. affect your ability to work and take care of your family, enjoy life and pursue the things that interest There several different kinds of headaches: you. Please take some time to investigate the Tension Headaches (feels like a tight band around reason for your headache. Don’t be a hostage to the head); Migraines (throbbing pain in one side of your headaches. the head along with blurry vision and or feeling like throwing up); Rebound Headaches (lasts throughout the day but get better as the medication wears off); Cluster Headaches (may be sudden, severe, and occur on one side and around the eye); Thunderclap Headache ( sudden and severe and feel like the “worst headache of your life� -
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When Does A Child Have Juvenile Arthritis? When symptoms like pain, stiffness or fevers occur at odd times in young children, without obvious cause, could this mean juvenile arthritis? “Juvenile arthritis is a disease affecting individuals under the age of 16 in which there is inflammation, or swelling, of the tissue that lines the inside of joints,” said Omar Khan, D.O., a board-certified rheumatologist with the Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center of South Georgia. “Juvenile arthritis is an autoimmune disease. That means the immune system, which normally protects the body from foreign substances, attacks the body instead. The disease is also idiopathic, which means that no exact cause is known. Researchers believe juvenile arthritis may be related to genetics, certain infections, and environmental triggers.” Traditionally, a child complaining of occasional achy joints was dismissed as having growing pains. “Now, we know that symptoms of joint pain, swelling, stiffness, fatigue or illness may be early signals of a serious, inflammatory rheumatic disease that requires immediate medical treatment,” said Dr. Khan. “Juvenile arthritis may involve one or many joints and can also cause silent eye inflammation.” The most common type of juvenile arthritis is juvenile idiopathic arthritis, formerly known as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Children as young as two may be affected. Other rheumatic diseases affecting children include juvenile
dermatomyositis, juvenile psoriatic arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus and systemic arthritis, or Still’s disease.
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Kids complain of pain in joints or muscles at times, particularly after a long day of strenuous activity. But a child with juvenile arthritis may complain of pain right after she wakes up in the morning or after a nap. Her knees, hands, feet, neck or jaw joints may be painful. Her pain may lessen as she starts moving for the day. Over-thecounter pain relief drugs like acetaminophen or ibuprofen may not help. Unlike pain caused by an injury or other illnesses, JA-related pain may develop slowly, and in joints on both or single sides of the body .
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A child with JA may have stiff joints, particularly in the morning. He may hold his arm or leg in the same position, or limp. A very young child may struggle to perform normal movements or activities he recently learned, like holding a spoon. JA-related stiffness may be worse right after he wakes up and improve as he starts moving.
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symptom is a strong sign that she has juvenile arthritis.
Swelling or redness on the skin around painful joints is a sign of inflammation. A child may complain that a joint feels hot, or it may even feel warm to the touch. A child’s swelling may persist for several days, or come and go, and may affect her knees, hands and feet. Unlike swelling that happens right after a fall or injury during play, this
While children commonly have fevers caused by ordinary infectious diseases like the flu, a child with JA may have frequent fevers accompanied by malaise or fatigue. These fevers don’t seem to happen along with the symptoms of respiratory or stomach infections. Fevers may come on suddenly, even at the same time of day, and then disappear after a short time. “Nearly 300,000 children have been diagnosed with some form of juvenile arthritis in the U.S.,” said Dr. Khan. “It’s important to recognize the symptoms and get a proper diagnosis from a pediatric rheumatologist. Early drug treatment can prevent serious, permanent damage to your child’s joints and vision. It can enable him or her to live an active, full childhood despite having juvenile arthritis.” Dr. Khan practices with the Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center of South Georgia, located in Tifton at 907 East 18th Street, Suite 490. Dr. Khan and fellow rheumatologist Dr. James Mossell provide care for patients over age 16 at their practice. Due to the high degree of specialized care required for children, any suspected cases of juvenile arthritis are typically referred to a pediatric rheumatologist located in larger metropolitan areas like Atlanta or Augusta. For any arthritis issues or other rheumatology disorders for patients age 16 or older, talk to your provider about a referral to the Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center of South Georgia or call 229-391-3320 for more information.
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If you are reading this, it is likely you or someone you love has been waging a difficult physical and emotional battle against a neurological disease. Your search for comfort, support and answers often becomes more difficult over time as physical and mental symptoms worsen. That’s when INTEGRITY HOSPICE can help – providing comprehensive in home support – fully covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most Private Insurance companies. Get the help you and your family need and deserve.
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Some neurological diseases cause a slow decline over months or years. Others, like stroke, can cause abrupt loss of function. Either way, it can be difficult to determine when the time is right for hospice. In general, hospice patients are dealing with pronounced symptoms, improvement is unlikely & continued care @ home is becoming difficult without assistance. Only a doctor can make a clinical determination of life expectancy. However, look for these common signs that the disease has progressed to a point where all involved would benefit from hospice services:
Patients with stroke:
Severely reduced level of consciousness Continual decline in clinical and functional status Diminished nutritional status / weight loss Need for constant care / supervision
Patients with Parkinson’s or MS: Severe difficulty breathing Severe difficulty swallowing Continual decline in clinical and functional status Diminished nutritional status / weight loss Need for constant care / supervision
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he leisurely days of summer are over and it’s time to re-establish healthy habits and back-to-school routines. In addition to dental checkups and annual physicals, pediatric medical specialists recommend adding a scoliosis screening to back-to-school checklists. Scoliosis, a musculoskeletal disorder that causes an abnormal curvature of the spine or backbone (sometimes resembling an “S� or “C�), is the most common deformity of the spine, affecting an estimated 6-9 million people in the United States. Certain conditions can cause scoliosis, including muscle diseases, birth defects or injuries, but the most common scoliosis is idiopathic, which means the cause is unknown. Scoliosis is most commonly diagnosed between 10-15 years of age, during periods of rapid growth. Although 10 percent of adolescents may have the condition, not all will need care. “Because most causes are unknown, early detection through routine screenings is key to providing the best possible outcome,� said Amer Samdani, M.D.,
chief of surgery for Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenŽ — Philadelphia.
Signs of scoliosis
Scoliosis can be hereditary and it is recommended that a child who has a relative with the condition receive regular checkups for early detection as they are 20 percent more likely to develop the condition. Pediatric medical experts recommend females be screened at least twice at ages 10 and 12 and males at either age 13 or 14. Children and teens with scoliosis rarely exhibit symptoms and sometimes the condition is not obvious until the curvature of the spine becomes severe. In some cases, your child’s spine may appear crooked or his or her ribs may protrude. Some other markers to watch for in a child who has scoliosis are: „ &ORWKHV QRW ¿WWLQJ FRUUHFWO\ RU KHPV not hanging evenly „ Uneven shoulders, shoulder blades, ribs, hips or waist „ Entire body leaning to one side „ Appearance or texture of ribs sticking up on one side when bending forward „ Head not properly centered over the body
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treatment for an “Sâ€? curvature of her spine and was given a 98 percent chance of needing surgery. 6KH ZDV ÂżWWHG IRU D EUDFH ZKLFK VKH wore 20 hours a day and only took off for swim practice and bathing. Now on her fourth brace, she has been removed from the surgical list and hopes to continue to avoid surgery as she goes through her adolescent growth spurts; which for many scoliosis patients, can send their curves into fast-forward. Early detection gave Katie a wider range of options for the treatment of her scoliosis. The strength of her core and daily stretching from swimming has helped manage and lower her double curves.
App Helps Parents Detect Signs of Scoliosis You can also check your child’s spine for scoliosis with the help of your smartphone through the SpineScreen app – available for free in the iTunes and Google Play stores. For more information on the app and the importance of routine screening, visit shrinershospitalsforchildren.org/ scoliosis. To be used as an initial at-home check, the app can detect abnormal curves when the phone is moved along a child’s spine and determine if a follow-up visit with a doctor is QHFHVVDU\ WR FRQ¿UP D SRWHQWLDO diagnosis. If your child has scoliosis or any other orthopaedic condition, Shriners Hospitals for Children has 20 locations in the United States, Mexico and Canada that provide expert care.
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The Astounding Power (And Savings) Of Prevention Wouldn’t you love to sail into old age with few or no serious health issues? It might sound like a pipe dream in a country where around 115 million adults have prediabetes or diabetes, more than 162 million adults are overweight or obese, and fully 31 percent are living with more than one chronic condition. But you can do it. A new study published in the journal Hypertension found that you are likely to have the healthy blood vessels of a 30-year-old well into your 70s if you stay lean, have a low body mass index and avoid diabetes. People who achieve six out of seven of the American Heart Association’s Life’s Simple 7 healthy heart goals (good blood pressure, controlled cholesterol, lower blood glucose, staying active, eating a balanced diet, not being overweight and not smoking) are 10 times more likely to see healthy vascular aging than those who do none to only one of those measures. The benefits of vascular health? It protects your cardiovascular system, brain, skin (think no or fewer wrinkles), kidneys, eyes, sexual functioning and every other organ system! For the 28.4 million Americans who have diagnosed heart disease, we say, “You too can improve your heart health -- in fact, all aspects of your health -- enormously with smart self-care.”
Next Steps The health care profession and industry (and YOU) have to shift the present focus from treating preventable diseases to pre-empting them! The Cost of Overlooking Prevention: According to the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, 75 percent of our health care dollars are spent on preventable
chronic conditions, such as hypertension, elevated LDL cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, some forms of arthritis, gum disease and stroke. Treating these chronic/preventable diseases cost around $2.4 TRILLION in 2015! Out-of-pocket expenditures were $338.1 billion. That takes a heavy toll on society and every individual who is spending hard-to-come-by money, especially during retirement. Powering Prevention: Both Dr. Mike’s most recent book, co-authored with Jean Chatzky, “Age-Proof: Living longer without running out of money or breaking a hip,” and the Future Health Index -- a newly published report by Philips Royal that interviewed almost 4,000 health care professionals and 30,000 adults in 19 countries -- offer insights into how the idea of “investing” in your future by changing your lifestyle or habits is an essential first step to living better, longer and with less financial burden on yourself and society. (“Age-Proof” also provides solid financial advice from Jean Chatzky on preparing for retirement and for potential medical expenses.) The best way to do that is to enter into a joint health partnership with your health care providers. YOU need to get involved and find doctors who are committed to joining you in your quest. They’re out there. As Brian Donley, M.D., and chief of staff at Dr. Mike’s Cleveland Clinic says in the Future Health report, “Health care is a team sport that needs the medical team and the patient’s participation to produce positive outcomes.”
Your Moves To prevent costly, life-shortening, chronic conditions tomorrow, just upgrade your lifestyle today. The first moves may seem small, but you’ll build on them, and they’ll get you to the second level.
1. Add an additional serving of fruit or veggies to each meal, every day (1 apple, a tossed salad or 1/2 cup cooked broccoli). Level two: a total of 7 to 9 servings of produce daily. 2. Walk an extra 30 minutes every day: at lunchtime, after dinner or at the mall (no shopping!). Level two: 10,000 steps a day. 3. Get aerobic and build muscles. In your walking routine, alternate 2 minutes of fast walking with 5 minutes of normal pace. It’s interval training. Level two: IN ADDITION to your 10,000 daily steps, throw in twice-a-week sweaty aerobics for 30 minutes and two 20minute, strength-building sessions a week. Alternate strength building with aerobic days, then it’s time to go shopping! *** Mehmet Oz, M.D. is host of “The Dr. Oz Show,” and Mike Roizen, M.D. is Chief Wellness Officer and Chair of Wellness Institute at Cleveland Clinic. To live your healthiest, tune into “The Dr. Oz Show” or visit www.sharecare.com.
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BEN ROBERTS PR & Social Media Manager / Marketing & Communications July is a great month. It’s a time for patriotic celebrations and family vacations. This year, it’s also a good time for a little solemn reflection in Albany. It’s been six months since devastating storms ravaged our city. We’ve come a long way, but let’s not forget many of our friends and neighbors still have a long road to travel as they work to recover from the devastation. I know we live in a great community, one that cannot be washed away by water nor blown asunder by wind. We have been challenged this year, but our community’s response to those challenges has erased any doubt about our people’s benevolence and ability to unite behind a common cause. Overall, I am proud of the response by our local, state and federal leaders to the double disasters that hit our region in January. I am prouder still of you, the people of southwest Georgia who reached out with unrivaled compassion to help neighbors in need. The streets -- filled instantly with fallen trees -were filled, nearly as quickly, with men with chainsaws and women and children with sack
lunches, lovingly prepared for folks left with no power and left struggling to grasp the enormity of how their lives had changed in seconds. Phoebe has and will continue to play an important role in our area’s recovery. Phoebe was the first sponsor to sign on to the Grow Albany campaign to replant trees in the city, and we helped honor recovery volunteers at the city’s Albany Strong Fun Fest. Phoebe is a frequent target of critics. No one believes it’s a perfect organization, but I can assure you it is an organization made up of dedicated people who truly care about their patients, their coworkers and their community. Phoebe grew from a plot of land at Jefferson St. and 3rd Ave. in 1911, not long after oak trees were planted throughout that neighborhood. The hospital and those trees grew together over generations. Phoebe served all people in need of medical care in this city through two world wars, the Great Depression, a deadly tornado that ripped through downtown in 1940, the historic floods of 1994 and ’98, and now the back-to-back storms of 2017. Albany came back from all
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busy summer schedule requires plenty of energy, and while relaxation is sure to help, what you eat is your essential source of fuel. Just like filling up your gas tank, food is what makes your body go. A well-balanced approach to eating is a smart way to ensure your body gets the nutrients it needs to power you through each fun-filled day and keep you operating in tip-top shape. An eating plan such as Atkins offers a balanced approach with delicious foods that contain fiber-rich and nutrient-dense carbohydrates and good fats and proteins, while focusing on reduced levels of refined carbohydrates and added sugars. Reach for snacks full of seasonal fruits and vegetables like peaches, cucumbers, zucchini and raspberries that will satisfy your appetite and fuel your summer days. Find more warmweather recipes and tips to stay energized throughout the season at Atkins.com.
Tropical Raspberry Smoothie
Recipe courtesy of Atkins Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 1 1/2 cup coconut cream 4 ounces firm silken tofu 1/2 cup red raspberries, plus additional (optional) 2 teaspoons sugar substitute (optional) 1/8 teaspoon coconut extract 3 ice cubes whipped cream (optional) In blender, combine coconut cream, tofu, raspberries, sugar substitute, if desired, and coconut extract; blend until smooth. To remove seeds, strain mixture through sieve then return to blender. With machine running, add ice cubes, one at a time, and blend until smooth. Pour into tall glass and garnish with whipped cream and raspberries, if desired.
Peachy Prosciutto Bites
Recipe courtesy of Atkins Prep time: 10 minutes Servings: 4 (3 bites per serving) 1/2 cup whole almonds 2 medium peaches (each 2 1/2 inches in diameter) 4 ounces cream cheese 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon sugar substitute (optional) 12 thin slices prosciutto 12 basil leaves (optional) Heat oven to 350 F. In single layer, toast almonds 10 minutes. Let cool then coarsely chop. Set aside. Slice each peach into six wedges and set aside. In small bowl, combine softened cream cheese with cinnamon and pinch of sugar substitute. Add almonds; blend to combine. Lay out single slice of prosciutto, place 1 tablespoon cheese mixture on top of peach wedge and top with basil leaf. Place wedge at one end of prosciutto and roll up. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
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Avoid the Hidden Sugar Effect
The frenetic pace of summer activities makes on-the-go foods the norm. While many portable snacks tout healthy benefits and good-for-you nutrition, it’s easy to be confused about what truly makes up nutritious foods, as well as how the body responds to various foods. According to the recent Sugar Gap Study conducted by Atkins Nutritionals, Inc., there is a significant gap in Americans’ knowledge about nutrition and the “hidden sugar effect,” where certain foods turn into sugar during the digestive process. While a person can’t see these sugars, his or her body can. The study revealed that only 1 in 10 Americans are aware that certain foods can cause the hidden sugar effect. Make better choices and avoid hidden sugars this summer
with these tips for finding foods that won’t create excessive sugar spikes: Beware of sugary beverages, especially fruit juices. Keeping well hydrated is especially important when temperatures rise, but sweet drinks can pack an excessive amount of sugar. Know that not all snack bars are created equal – with many packing a sugary punch. An option such as the Atkins Harvest Trail Coconut Almond Bar combines roasted coconut and almonds which can keep you feeling full and satisfied without the hidden sugars. Understand which foods can cause blood sugar spikes – it’s more than cakes and candy. All carbohydrates elevate blood sugar; even ancient grains and brown rice convert into sugar when digested, making it important to enjoy these foods in smaller portions. Learn more at hiddensugar.com.
Smoked Salmon, Cucumber and Cream Cheese Roll-Ups Recipe courtesy of Atkins Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 4 2 cucumbers (8 1/4 inches long each) 8 tablespoons cream cheese 12 ounces smoked chinook salmon (lox) Use mandolin or vegetable peeler to cut long, thin strips of cucumber. Spread cream cheese onto smoked salmon, place strip of cucumber at one edge and roll up with salmon and cream cheese. Pin in place with toothpick. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Zucchini Crisps
Recipe courtesy of Atkins Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 4 2 medium zucchinis 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated garlic powder (optional) Italian seasoning (optional) rosemary (optional) dill (optional) Heat oven to 400 F. Cut zucchini into 1/4-inch slices. If small, cut diagonally. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with salt, pepper and Parmesan. Season as desired with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, rosemary or dill. Place in single layer on baking sheet and bake 10 minutes, turning once. Cool on wire rack.
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