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Pretty In Pink Long Island breast cancer charity helps women with everyday expenses BY KellY MArtin

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When a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, there are the obvious issues such as medical expenses and treatment, but there are also more subtle difficulties such as being able to support a family, get food on the table, and pay bills while not being able to work. Pink Aid is an organization that works to help women that are diagnosed with breast cancer in these overlooked areas. The Mitchell family founded the Connecticut chapter of Pink Aid eight years ago and the Long Island chapter five years ago. “We were hearing stories of women who were already in treatment and had their finances completely depleted, unable to pay bills, having to decide between a ride to treatment and keeping food on the table,” said Ali Mitchell, the co-president of the Long Island chapter. “We knew we wanted to do something to help.” Pink Aid’s mission is to empower women with breast cancer and support them through treatment with dignity. The charity is a grant-based organization, which means once a year they go through the applications that have been submitted by other charities around Long Island, decide which ones best align with their mission, and fund those charities the following year. These charities then help

women with breast cancer with their non-medical expenses like grocery bills and wigs. “Through an unbelievable groundswell of support, we now have put one million dollars back into the community through our efforts across Long Island, east end to west end, to help women in critical need,” Mitchell said. Pink Aid has recently added the Pink Purse fund to their organization. Pink Aid’s Pink Purse is a branch of the organization that provides direct emergency assistance to women who need help with non-medical expenses. Awards go out once a month and women can directly apply for assistance and be granted money to help cover household expenses on short notice. “We’ve been wanting to be able to help women directly for a long time, we’re very excited about this,” Mitchell said. The requirements for women to be provided with assistance from Pink Aid or the organizations that they fund are that they are uninsured or underinsured, in financial need and currently in treatment for breast cancer. A smaller, but still important part of Pink Aid is that they also help women who don’t have insurance coverage for routine mammograms by funding

programs in hospitals that provide free screenings. Pink Aid has an annual fashion show and luncheon every year to raise money to supply the funds for the grants and the Pink Purse. A top designer donates pieces to show at Mitchells of Huntington. This year’s event will be held Oct. 17. The luncheon consists of multiple events, including a fashion show with professional models, auctions and speakers. Everyone’s favorite part of the event is the Celebration of Life Fashion Show. Twelve breast cancer survivors get styled by Mitchells and the Anthony DeFranco Salon, and walk the runway with someone who was important to them during their treatment. “When that runway starts and everyone gets out of their seats, the feeling of love and support never loses its special spark,” Mitchell said. Pink Aid is a volunteer-based organization, with only one paid employee between the Connecticut and Long Island chapters. “We are able to deliver so much funding into the community and yet we are still a grassroots, mostly volunteer organization five years in, I am really proud of that,” Mitchell said. For more information about Pink Aid and their mission, to buy tickets to this year’s luncheon, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, visit www. pinkaid.org.

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Annual Breast Cancer Celebration Of Survivorship

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ward winning journalist Geralyn Lucas, author of Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy, will speak at the annual Celebration of Survivorship evening of the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program. Joining her are three other breast cancer survivors: Jeff Flynn of East Meadow, who is a former support group member and currently a hotline volunteer responding to calls from men concerned about breast cancer; Jamaican-born Sonia Avery-Williams of Rockville Center, who is a nurse; and Susan Leach, also of Rockville Center, a former support group member and manager at a health care agency. The event, which is free, will be held on Thursday, Oct. 18, at Adelphi University’s University Center. Doors open at 6 p.m. and speakers begin at 7 p.,. Light supper will be served and there will be raffles. In addition, the breast cancer organization Kat’s Ribbon of Hope will be honored. Kat’s Ribbon of Hope’s partnership with the Adelphi program supports their mutual goal to provide assistance to women who would otherwise not have access to quality breast cancer treatment. Katerina Dinas Raptis, a breast cancer survivor who is the co-founder of KROH, was diagnosed when she was 32. She says that while having breast cancer was “a nightmare,” she was blessed with the support of her family and excellent medical care. She and her husband George and sister Despina Yarian established Kat’s Ribbon of Hope in 2013. Geralyn Lucas, a 23-year breast cancer survivor from Manhattan, is an award-winning journalist, author and women’s health advocate. Her memoirs, Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy and Then Came Life, were translated around the world and received starred reviews in Library Journal. The television film production of Lipstick garnered an Emmynomination and was an Entertainment Weekly “Must Watch of the Week.” Lucas’ story was featured in Nora and Delia Ephron’s smash off-Broadway

The annual Celebration of Survivorship evening of the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program will feature breast cancer survivors, pictured clockwise from left: Susan Leach, Jeff Flynn, Sonia Avery-Williams and Geralyn Lucas.

show, Love, Loss and What I Wore. Her YouTube short “Ouch,” imploring women to get mammograms, was a Webby Honoree, and the inspiration for ABC News Goes Pink, for which Lucas served as coordinating producer. The campaign resulted in the diagnosis of correspondent Amy Robach after an on-air mammogram, and made headlines around the world. Lucas is the mother of a daughter, who is a sophomore in college, and a 12 year-old-son. She recently became an athlete, completing her 500th

SoulCycle class. Sonia Avery-Williams, originally from the island of Jamaica, came to New York in 1990. She has been a registered nurse for more than 22 years. As a teenager, she saw her father experience multiple visits to the emergency room for uncontrolled diabetes and hypertension and was inspired by the role that nurses played in getting him back to optimal health. After a routine mammogram/sonogram in February of 2015, she received a call from her doctor that changed

her world. She went from being a wife, mother and nurse to being a patient. She had to fit visits to the oncologist between PTA meetings, trips to dances and tennis lessons for the kids, all the while working as an ICU nurse. Avery-Williams joined an Adelphi breast cancer support group that she credits for playing a pivotal role in her recovery and easing into her new roles. Jeff Flynn, a five-year breast cancer survivor, is an Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline volunteer. Since his diagnosis with late stage breast cancer, he has been committed to getting the word out to other men to check themselves periodically and have their physicians check their breasts for lumps or cysts during physicals, knowing that men are not immune to breast cancer. Three male breast cancer survivors and Flynn joined with the Adelphi breast cancer support team to create a brochure for doctors’ offices and mass mailings where men could read about their experiences. Flynn found that helping others and providing support has helped in his journey to recovery, saying it is truly fulfilling to reach out and support someone during their worst of times, as it has helped him during his journey to recovery. Flynn is a husband, a dad and a grandfather. Susan Leach, a three-time breast cancer survivor, is a financial account manager for Better Home Health Care in Rockville Centre. She volunteers as a care counselor for the Rockville Centre Breast Cancer Coalition, helping others going through similar diagnoses. Leach has been cancer free for 1½ years and is a member of the Adelphi support group for women with metastatic breast cancer. She is a wife and the mother of two boys, age 24 and 18, who likes to spend time with her family, sitting on the beach and enjoying every moment of her life. To make a reservation for the Celebration of Survivorship evening, visit www.breast-cancer.adelphi.edu, call 516-877-4325 or email breast cancerhotline@adelphi.edu. —Submitted by Lyn Dobrin

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The Challenge Of Metastatic Breast Cancer BY erin nAU

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n a Thursday night at the Adelphi Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program, you will often hear peals of laughter coming from the support group room. The laughter in this room is surprising given that the room is filled with women diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer; it even surprises the women when they first join. Metastatic breast cancer is breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body, typically the bones, liver and lungs. Women diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer will live with it for the rest of their lives. “Metastatic breast cancer is usually fatal, but not hopeless,” said Madeline Ciancuilli, a metastatic breast cancer warrior of 10 years. The women in the metastatic group are part of a sisterhood they did not apply to join. There are between eight to12 women in the group sharing stories with each other and the social worker facilitator. The women are

sharing stories about their ongoing fight with the disease and certainly there is more than laughter happening during a group meeting. There are sad moments and triumphant moments, too. The sadness comes from learning that a member’s course of treatment is no longer working, and the triumph comes from finding out one of the women received clean scans from treatment that does work. A woman

will be on a treatment until scans show that her cancer is growing and the treatment has stopped working. In the support group, the women share their stories about how they have continued to be strong when their treatment stopped working. They comfort each other in a way that no other person can. They remind each other when one treatment stops working that there are still more

treatments. The women work with their doctors to find the next treatment that might work. This specific type of bond creates opportunities to celebrate all of life’s other victories. “Support groups are great, however a metastatic breast cancer group is a whole new world,” said Ciancuilli, who is a three-time group member. Women who are diagnosed with breast cancer are told to arm themselves with the most knowledge they can, to be their own best advocates. Metastatic breast cancer challenges women to learn so much more. Women are attempting to live their lives to the fullest with metastatic breast cancer, and they are relying on other women who share in their experiences. They are not alone. To learn more about the Adelphi New York Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program, visit the website www.breast-cancer.adelphi. edu or call 800-877-8077. Erin Nau, MSW, is the counseling and education coordinator for the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program

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The Many Forms Of Hepatitis One of the common misconceptions regarding liver disease and hepatitis is that it is highly contagious. This is not correct and I wanted to take some time to clarify this issue. Definitions are a wonderful place to start. Hepatitis simply means that there is inflammation in the liver. It is derived from the Latin word “hep” meaning liver and “itis” meaning inflammation. The word hepatitis does not connote etiology of disease. For this we use a modifier such as the word autoimmune or the letters A, B or C, D or E. Hepatitis A is a virus that affects the liver and is generally acquired through the ingestion of contaminated food. This virus causes acute disease but never causes chronic disease. It can be passed from person to person as its transmission is of the fecal-oral route. Therefore, any person who has been exposed to someone with acute hepatitis A should

see their physician to obtain immunoglobulin injections to prevent disease acquisition. In addition, there is a vaccine available for hepatitis A. Two doses of vaccine are given over a six-month period and this will prevent the development of hepatitis A in the future. Once someone has been exposed,they can’t get it again. Hepatitis B is a virus that affects the liver. It is commonly acquired from either sexual contact or through exposure to contaminated body fluids such as blood, saliva, semen, etc. Casual contact does not lead to the spread of hepatitis B. However, close intimate contact with someone infected with hepatitis B can lead to disease acquisition. Hepatitis B vaccine is given either in two injections over a two-month period or three injections over a six-month period. Once complete, a person should be checked for immunity. Once immunity has

hepatitis C directly related to the opioid epidemic. Tattoos, body piercing, and acupuncture have also been associated with acquisition of hepatitis C as has exposure to the virus in an unsafe medical environment. While this disease is common, transmission from person to person is rare unless there is blood-to-blood contact. Most cases of hepatitis C are curable with simple oral THE SPECIALIST medications. David Bernstein, MD Hepatitis E is another virus been achieved, there is lifelong that affects the liver and its protection against hepatitis B. acquisition is similar to that of Hepatitis C is another virus hepatitis A. This virus causes causing hepatitis and is the acute hepatitis, not chronic only hepatitis virus that can disease. It is acquired mainly be cured with medication. through the fecal-oral route by Transmission of hepatitis C ingesting contaminated water is blood to blood. Common or meats, especially pork and ways of acquiring hepatitis C pork products. It can also be are through the recreational transmitted by transfusion of use of intravenous drugs and infected blood products and intranasal cocaine, or having from mother to child at time received a blood transfusion of birth. There is no vaccine prior to 1992. There has been a for hepatitis E available in the tremendous increase in acute U.S. and once someone has

been exposed, they cannot get it again. Other forms of liver disease such as autoimmune hepatitis, drug-induced liver disease, primary biliary cholangitis, primary sclerosing cholangitis, hemochromatosis and alcoholic and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis cause a hepatitis type picture are not caused by infectious agents and cannot be spread from person to person. In summary, only those liver diseases caused by infectious agents are considered to be able to be passed to others. The most common types of hepatitis spread in households or amongst persons are hepatitis A B and E. Vaccination is available for hepatitis A and B and early vaccination will prevent any chance of disease acquisition. Liver doctors recommend vaccination for all people not previously exposed to hepatitis A or B.

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Continuing To Make Strides The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks will occur on Sunday, Oct. 21, at Jones Beach and Sunday, Oct. 28, at Suffolk County Community College Eastern Campus, uniting communities, honoring those touched by the disease and raising awareness and funds for a world without breast cancer. The event at Jones Beach is the most attended event in the U.S., with more than 65,000 volunteer participants, helping to raise nearly $3 million. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is the largest network of breast cancer awareness events in the nation. The inspirational event raises awareness and funds to end breast cancer, providing hope to ensure no one faces breast cancer alone. Dollars raised help the American Cancer Society fund innovative breast cancer research; provide education and guidance to help people reduce their risk; and offer comprehensive patient support to those who need it most. In 2017, ACS staff helped guide more than 40,000 cancer patients through every step of their journey as they moved through the health

care system, including helping with insurance problems, referring them to ACS and other local services, assisting caregivers and addressing obstacles. “Because of the determination of Making Strides supporters, the American Cancer Society is there for people in every community affected by breast cancer, whether they’re currently dealing with a diagnosis, may face one in the future, or will avoid it altogether because of education and risk reduction,” said Patti Lestrange Mack, communications director for the ACS. “At the event, communities embrace a bittersweet mix of purpose—celebrating survivorship and paying meaningful tributes to loved ones lost. From research to education, prevention to diagnosis and treatment to recovery, we provide support to everyone impacted by breast cancer.” To learn more about Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and how you can become involved, visit www. makingstrideswalk.org/longisland and www.makingstrideswalk.org/ EasternLongIsland. To contact, email LongislandNYstrides@cancer.org or call 631-300-3212.

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CALENDAR Wednesday, oct. 10 Heart Healthy Living Program Northwell Health Wellness’ Heart Healthy Living Program is a cardiac wellness program available to individuals who have heart disease, risk factors for heart disease, or who have completed a cardiac rehabilitation program. The program consists of six 90-minute weekly sessions in a group setting. Using an integrative approach to heart health, sessions will include nutrition counseling, stress management, exercise training, mindfulness and movement practices and group coaching. The fee is $120. For more information or to register, call 516858-3095 or email integrative medicine@northwell.edu. The Center for Wellness and Integrative Medicine

is located at 1500 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn Heights, NY. Space is limited. The following programs are offered on the selected dates: Week 1: Oct. 10 Select and stock your kitchen Week 2: Oct. 17 Choose to move Week 3: Oct. 24 Eat for heart health Week 4: Oct. 31 Partnerships Week 5: Nov. 7 Sleep more, stress less, savor life Week 6: Nov. 14 Permanent steps to heart health

Saturday, oct. 13 Walk The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) and the Town of

Babylon will host an “Alzheimer’s Walk in the Park” fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the AFA/Town of Babylon Respite Care Relief Park in

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hearing screenings will also be offered. Proceeds from the walk will support local families affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Registration is $15 per person or $25 per family. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, visit www.alzfdn.org or call 866-232-8484. Respite Care Relief Park is located at 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst.

thursday, oct. 18 Meeting The support group meeting for brain tumor patients, family members and caregivers will take place from 4 to 5:45 p.m. at Neurological Surgery, P.C. Share feelings, concerns, experiences, ways to cope and more. Tina Sapienza, L.M.S.W., O.S.W-C will facilitate. Light refreshments will be served. Reservations are required as seating is limited. Call Richard Van Allen at 516-442-2250 ext. 110, or email rvanallen@nspc.com to reserve your seat. Neurological Surgery, P.C. is located at 1991 Marcus Ave., Suite 108 in Lake Success. by Alzheimer’s disease. In addition to the walk, there will be health and wellness activities, music, and family entertainment. Free memory and

Celebration of Survivorship Award winning journalist Geralyn Lucas, author of Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy, will speak at the

annual Celebration of Survivorship evening of the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program. The event, which is free, will be held at Adelphi University’s University Center. Doors open at 6 p.m. and speakers begin at 7 p.m. Light supper will be served and there will be raes. In addition, the breast cancer organization Kat’s Ribbon of Hope will be honored. Kat’s Ribbon of Hope’s partnership with the Adelphi program supports their mutual goal to provide assistance to women who would otherwise not have access to quality breast cancer treatment. To make a reservation, visit www.breast-cancer. adelphi.edu, call 516-877-4325 or email breastcancerhotline@adelphi. edu.

Sunday, oct. 21 Nassau County Breast Cancer Walk American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk will occur at Jones Beach State Park at 7:30 a.m. To register for the walk, visit www. makingstrideswalk.org/longisland.

Sunday, oct. 28 Suffolk County Breast Cancer Walk American Cancer Society Making

Strides Against Breast Cancer walk will occur at Suffolk County Community College, Eastern Campus at 8:30 a.m. with a 7:30 a.m. registration time. To register for the walk, visit www.making strideswalk.org/EasternLongIsland.

Saturday, nov. 10 3-on-3 Basketball Classic The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will hold its inaugural Basketball Classic at Farmingdale State College from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Proceeds raised from the charity basketball tournament will go to fund research toward a cure or more effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Athletes of all ages are welcome to form a team and participate in the tournament. Registration is $25 per player and $75 per team. Children will also be able to participate in an instructional clinic, led by former pro basketball player and Long Island Nets’ head clinician, Demetrius Taylor, to help them develop their fundamental basketball skills. Advanced registration is required. To register or become a sponsor, visit https://alzfdn.org/3on3basketball/ or call 866-232-8484. Farmingdale State College, Nold Hall is located at 2350 Broadhollow Rd., Farmingdale.

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Effective Natural Sleep Aids Montmorency tart cherries

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Chamomile Chamomile tea, in addition to serving as a warm, relaxing bedside beverage, contains a calming antioxidant called apigenin. Apigenin targets the areas of your brain that may lower anxiety and induce sleep.

These cherries are a natural source of melatonin, a hormone that your body produces to regulate its sleep cycle. If you drink tart cherry juice before bed, you could potentially increase the quality and duration of your sleep.

Warm almond milk Almond milk is a great source of calcium, which is another nutrient that aids in melatonin production. Warm milk before bed may be the oldest trick in the book, but it sure is a good one to try out.

Valerian root

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A herb native to Europe and Asia, valerian is commonly used to treat insomnia and other sleep disorders by releasing chemicals that have a calming effect on your body. Put a couple drops of valerian root extract into your tea before bed and sleep soundly through the night.

Yes, that’s right—hops. Most commonly found in beer, hops are the female flowers from the hop plant, Humulus Iupulus. Many people have found that drinking a non-alcoholic beer containing hops before bed produced calming effects and led to improvements in their overall sleep quality.

Studies have shown that those with low levels of Vitamin C have more trouble falling asleep and staying asleep throughout the night. By adding more Vitamin C-rich fruits like oranges and grapefruits to your diet, you might find yourself adopting a more regular sleep pattern.

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f you’re having trouble sleeping through the night, look no further. Many common herbs, drinks and foods produce sleep-enhancing qualities that will help you fall asleep faster and achieve a deeper, sounder slumber. While many popular brands of sleeping pills are sometimes linked to harmful side effects, these simple home remedies are natural and side effect-free; a majority can even be found at an affordable cost in the aisles of your local grocery store. Don your pajamas, dim the lights and prepare for a long night’s sleep with these effective and accessible natural sleep aids.

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Passionflower Also known as Passiflora incarnata or maypop, passionflower is a plant that, when ingested, produces a compound that lowers brain activity and spurs relaxation. Invest in a box of purple passionflower tea and let all of your sleep irregularities melt away.

Hot baths

lemon balm Lemon balm is a perennial herb in the mint family known to have sedative, calming effects. Soak a handful of lemon balm leaves in boiling water for 10 minutes and you’ll have yourself your very own sleep-enhancing tea.

Magnesium supplements Another easy way to regulate melatonin levels is to prescribe to a daily magnesium supplement. A crucial mineral in

our bodies, magnesium can also contribute to overall bone and heart health and increasing your magnesium intake has been shown to relax the senses and lead to sleep quality optimization.

As self-explanatory as they may seem, hot baths before bed have consistently proven to relax your muscles and mind at bedtime. Let the water temperature reach a sweet spot between 90 and 115 degrees and you might catch yourself drifting off before you’ve even toweled dry.

Freshly washed sheets In a recent poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation, more than three fourths of people said that they get a more comfortable night’s sleep on sheets that have been freshly washed. Wash your sheets and pillowcases once a week to ensure you come home to an inviting and relaxing bed.

lavender Whether it comes in the form of a candle, room spray, essential oil or even body lotion, smelling hints of lavender before you fall asleep will decrease your heart rate and blood pressure, propelling you into a sweet state of relaxation.

Carbs and protein

For those of you who crave a bedtime snack, consider combining protein and carbohydrates to increase tryptophan levels in your brain. Tryptophan is an Honey amino acid found in dietary proteins that boosts sleepiness. Eating a light The natural sugar contained in honey snack composed of protein and carbs, expedites the process of tryptophan entering the brain. A spoonful of honey like cheese and crackers, 30 minutes in your tea before bed (or even by itself) before heading to bed may significantly reduce the time you spend tossing and can certainly help you achieve a full turning. night’s rest.

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Breast Cancer Prevention Checklist Did you know that about one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer in their lifetime? As of January 2018, there are more than 3.1 million women with a history of breast cancer in the U.S. Research on diet and breast cancer is ongoing and there is no one perfect strategy to prevent breast cancer. However, some foods and lifestyle habits can make your body the healthiest it can be and keep your risk for breast cancer as low as possible. Get screened regularly While mammograms may not help prevent breast cancer, it can help find cancer when it is early and most treatable. For most women, regular mammograms can begin at age 40. Stay lean Overweight or obesity dramatically increases the risk of breast cancer and other chronic diseases; this is especially true if obesity occurs

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later in life. If you are not sure what an ideal weight is for your body type, calculate your body mass index online using a BMI calculator. A healthy BMI range falls between 18.5 to 25 kg/m^2. Follow a plant-based diet This consists primarily of fruits, vegetables, beans/ legumes, nuts/seeds, and whole grains. Aim to eat 8 to 10 colorful fruit and vegetable servings daily; this will also

Avoid processed and refined carbohydrates High sugar foods tend to be very processed, low in nutritional value and appear to increase serum insulin, an insulin-like growth factor that can stimulate cancer cell growth. Try to limit white bread, pasta, and rice (opt for whole grains). Be careful with white sugar in items such as cakes and cookies and use moderation when it comes to sweets. Focus on healthy fats Research has found a protective relationship between omega-3 fatty acids and breast cancer. Some studies even show that omega-3’s can inhibit breast cancer tumor growth and metastasis. Strive to include healthy fats such as salmon, chia seeds, flaxseeds, walnuts, olive oil

and avocados in your diet. Check your Vitamin d Some studies have found an inverse relationship between breast cancer risk and serum 25 (OH) vitamin D levels. Ask your doctor about having a vitamin D blood test. Maintain your level above 40 ng/mL through diet and, if needed, supplements. Stay hydrated Water is essential for carrying nutrients throughout the body. Don’t neglect the simple task of meeting your hydration needs, which is needed for proper digestion of a high fiber diet. exercise regularly Women who are physically active for at least 30 minutes a day have a lower risk of breast cancer. If you hate cardio, try strength training or pilates. Find a form of exercise that you enjoy and can commit to on a regular basis.

limit alcohol Even small amounts of alcohol can increase your risk of breast cancer. Try to slowly decrease the amount you drink, and try diluting alcohol with seltzer. Quit smoking, for good Did you know that at least 15 cancers, including breast cancer, are linked to smoking? More evidence is suggesting that there is a strong link between smoking and breast cancer risk, particularly in premenopausal women. Take control and make a change to quit smoking today. Stefani Pappas, MS, RDN, CDN, CPT, is a Clinical Dietitian at The Cancer Institute at St. Francis Hospital. She also provides private nutrition counseling at her office in Great Neck, NY. Visit www.StefHealthTips.com for more information or call 516- 225-1745 to schedule an appointment.

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Taking care of your health can start with something small, easy and even fun. At the Katz Institute, we know that women’s health needs are unique. That’s why we provide a wide range of services, including clinical programs, community health education and cutting-edge research for women throughout their life span. Join us for one of our upcoming educational community events:

Women’s Wellness: Sleep Well/Age Well Wednesday, October 24, 2018 6:30 – 8:30 pm Melville Marriott 1350 Walt Whitman Road Huntington, NY We all occasionally have those nights when we don’t get sufficient sleep and wake up feeling less than rested. Often, sleep deficits are due to stress, illness or environmental factors like light, noise or extreme temperatures that interfere with sleep. Topics include: – How sleep changes as we age – Recognizing the signs and symptoms of insomnia – Tips for maintaining a healthful sleep pattern – Aromatherapy with essential oils – Guided meditation and breathing techniques

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– Changes in our environment, and the impact on our health – Hazardous substances to avoid to minimize risk – Strategies to protect yourself and your community

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