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What Is Prostate Cancer?
Cancer starts when cells in the body begin to grow out of control. Cells in nearly any part of the body can become cancer cells, and can spread to other areas of the body. Prostate cancer begins when cells in the prostate gland start to grow uncontrollably. The prostate is a gland found only in males. It makes some of the fluid that is part of semen. The prostate is below the bladder and in front of the rectum. The size of the prostate changes with age. In younger men, it is about the size of a walnut, but it can be much larger in older men. Just behind the prostate are glands called seminal vesicles that make most of the fluid for semen. The urethra, which is the tube that carries urine and semen out of the body through the penis, goes through the center of the prostate.
• Small cell carcinomas Signs and Symptoms of • Neuroendocrine tumors (other than Prostate Cancer small cell carcinomas) Early prostate cancer usually • Transitional cell carcinomas causes no symptoms. More advanced These other types of prostate cancer prostate cancers sometimes cause are rare. If you have prostate symptoms, such as: cancer it is almost certain to • Problems urinating, includbe an adenocarcinoma. ing a slow or weak urinary Some prostate cancers stream or the need to can grow and spread urinate more often, quickly, but most grow especially at night slowly. In fact, autopsy • Blood in the urine or studies show that many semen JUNE IS MEN’S older men (and even • Trouble getting an HEALTH MONTH erection (erectile dysfuncsome younger men) who died of other causes also had tion or ED) prostate cancer that never affected • Pain in the hips, back (spine), chest them during their lives. In many cases (ribs), or other areas from cancer neither they nor their doctors even that has spread to bones knew they had it. • Weakness or numbness in the legs or
Types of Prostate Cancer
Almost all prostate cancers are adenocarcinomas. These cancers develop from the gland cells (the cells that make the prostate fluid that is added to the semen). Other types of prostate cancer include: • Sarcomas
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Tests for Prostate Cancer
Most prostate cancers are first found during screening with a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test or a digital rectal exam (DRE). Early prostate cancers usually don’t cause symptoms, but more advanced cancers are sometimes first found because of the symptoms they cause. If cancer is suspected based on results of screening tests or symptoms, tests will be needed to confirm the diagnosis. The actual diagnosis of prostate cancer can only be made with a prostate biopsy. —Courtesy of the American Cancer Society
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Men: Take Charge Of
JUNE IS MEN’S HEALTH MONTH
Your Health The Basics: Overview
Most men need to pay more attention to their health. Compared to women, men are more likely to: • Smoke • Drink alcohol • Make unhealthy or risky choices •P ut off regular checkups and medical care The good news is that you can start taking better care of your health today.
How can I take charge of my health? See a doctor for regular checkups even if you feel fine. This is important because some diseases don’t have symptoms at first. Plus, seeing a doctor will give you a chance to learn more about your health. You can also take care of your health by: • Getting screening tests that are right for you • Making sure you are up to date on important shots • Watching out for signs of health problems like diabetes or depression • Eating healthy and getting active
The Basics: Healthy Habits
It’s not too late to start healthier habits. Make eating healthy and being active part of your daily routine. A healthy diet and regular physical activity can help lower your: • Blood pressure • Blood sugar • Cholesterol • Weight
By keeping these numbers down, you can lower your risk of serious health problems like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. You can also help prevent health problems by: • Drinking alcohol only in moderation • Quitting smoking
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Use these tips to take charge of
your health. Make small changes every day. Small changes can add up to big results like lowering your risk of type 2 diabetes or heart disease. • Take a walk instead of having a cigarette. • Try a green salad instead of fries. • Drink water instead of soda or juice. • Eat less salt. Find more small changes you can make to keep yourself healthy. Talk about it. Don’t be embarrassed to talk about your health. Start by talking to family members to find out which diseases run in your family. Use this family health history tool to keep track of what you learn. Share this information with your doctor.
Get screening tests to find problems early. Screenings are medical tests that doctors use to check for diseases and health conditions before there are any signs or symptoms. Screenings help find problems early, when they may be easier to treat. • Get your blood pressure checked at least once every 2 years. • Talk to your doctor about getting your cholesterol checked. You could have high cholesterol and not know it.
Ask your doctor about taking aspirin every day. If you are age 50 to 59, taking aspirin every day can lower your risk of heart attack and colorectal cancer. Talk with your doctor about whether daily aspirin is right for you. —Courtesy of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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Red, White And Blueberry Crisp It’s blueberry season and I can think of no better way to celebrate the Fourth of July than to make a good old-fashioned gluten-free blueberry crisp. Crisps are every bit as wonderful as pies but when it comes to getting one on the table, they win hands down. No mixing dough, letting it sit in the fridge, and rolling out the crust. They are pure simplicity and a great way to let the flavor of the filling really shine. A crisp is basically fruit covered with a crunchy topping and baked—easy peasy. So if you are looking for a showcase for those fabulous, sweet and juicy blueberries—give this recipe a try. You won’t be sorry. Oh, and by the way—a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of a warm crisp is pure heaven. For the fruit portion of the crisp, I used fresh blueberries as they are in season, but frozen will do just fine in the off-season. Blueberries love a little bit of lemon so I added both the zest and the juice along with some organic sugar and cornstarch to thicken the juices. If you don’t use cornstarch, tapioca starch works just as well. For the topping, I used my own flour blend along with some brown sugar and certified organic oats. You can feel free to substitute sorghum or millet for gluten-free flour if you like. Have a great Fourth of July.
Blueberry Crisp
SIMPLY GLUTEN FREE Carol Kicinski
Serves 6
Ingredients Butter or gluten free nonstick cooking spray for preparing the pan 4 c (four 6-ounce containers) fresh blueberries, rinsed, picked over and drained ⅓ cup sugar Zest of one lemon, finely grated
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2 tsp fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp cornstarch ⅓ c brown sugar, packed ⅓ c gluten-free flour blend (or use gluten free sorghum or millet flour) ¾ c certified gluten free oats Pinch kosher salt 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 10-inch baking dish or deep dish pie pan. In a mixing bowl, combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice and cornstarch. Toss to coat and pour mixture into prepared baking dish. In another mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, oats and salt. Add the butter and work it into the oat mixture with your fingertips until crumbly. Spread over the blueberries and bake for 40 minutes or until the blueberries are bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
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June Is Cataract Awareness Month Prevent Blindness, the nation’s leading volunteer eye health and safety organization, dedicated to fighting blindness and preserving vision, has declared June as Cataract Awareness Month. This month-long awareness event helps raise awareness about cataracts, including educating the public on the signs and symptoms of a cataract and different surgery options available to patients. According to the World Health Organization, cataracts are responsible for over 50 percent of world blindness. Cataracts are a natural result of aging, and more than half of American adults will develop a cataract by the time they reach 80 years of age. A cataract is the clouding of the eye’s lens. The lens is located behind the pupil, and it helps focus images on the retina, which transmits the images to the brain. A cataract blocks or alters the way the light enters the eye and results in images appearing blurry or cloudy.
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What Is The Low-FODMAP Diet?
Do you frequently develop abdominal pain or discomfort after eating? Has it ever been to the point that it affects your daily life and responsibilities? Your nutrition and lifestyle habits play a role in your gastrointestinal health and symptoms. The Low-FODMAP diet is becoming increasingly popular and has been proven to reduce symptoms in patients with IBS. Researchers at Monash University developed this diet and a corresponding app that provides the FODMAP content of most foods. Below are a few common questions on the low-FODMAP diet and answers from yours truly.
What does FODMAP stand for?
FODMAPs are a group of carbohydrates that are rapidly digested and poorly absorbed in the gut. They stand for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols. These are naturally occurring in certain foods, but also can be added to foods as sweeteners. FODMAPs are known to contribute to excess fluid and gas in the bowels, especially in individuals with IBS.
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IBS stands for irritable bowel syndrome, a chronic condition that affects the large intestine. IBS can cause symptoms such as lower abdominal pain, bloating, distention, diarrhea and constipation.
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The fermentation process involves degrading undigested carbohydrates to produce gases. Oligosaccharides are divided into two groups: fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) and galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS). FOS are found in wheat, rye, onions and garlic. GOS are found in legumes. Disaccharides include lactose, found in milk, soft cheese and yogurt. Monosaccharides include fructose found in honey, apples and high fructose corn syrup. Sugar polyols, such as sorbitol and mannitol, are most commonly used as artificial sweeteners.
What high-FODMAP foods seem to bother people the most?
In my experience working with IBS clients, I’ve seen a reoccurring theme of certain foods that are common triggers. These include cow’s milk, beans, garlic, artificial sweeteners and cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower. Conversely, most clients respond well to foods such as bananas, plain protein sources such as fish, chicken and plain gluten-free breads.
Should I start the FODMAP diet if I don’t have IBS?
Unless recommended by your medical physician or registered dietitian, the low-FODMAP diet is not something you should start as it does eliminate a variety of nutritious foods and food groups. If you are experiencing IBS symptoms and are advised to start a Low-FODMAP diet, talk to your registered dietitian who can help make a personalized Low-FODMAP plan and guide you through the process. Visit the Monash University website at www.med.monash.edu/ cecs/gastro/ for more information on the low-FODMAP diet. Stefani Pappas, MS, RDN, CDN, CPT, is a clinical dietitian nutritionist at St. Francis Hospital. She also provides private and group nutrition counseling at her office in Great Neck. Visit her website www.StefHealthTips. com for more information and to schedule an appointment.
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Gut Bacteria And Your Liver The human body plays host to trillions of microorganisms. There is growing realization that the human body is a “super” ecosystem where the host, i.e. the body, lives in harmony with these large number of microbes. Not only does the body live in harmony, but also there is a symbiotic relationship between the microbes and the body which is essential for good health. The biggest populations of microbes live in the gut. Bacteria in the gut are essential in digestion as they help us break down complex molecules in meat and vegetables. The gut microbiota present at birth allow for adaptive immunity. This means that our immune system learns how to respond to bacteria through this initial interaction with gut organisms. Many diseases have been linked to changes in gut microbiota and liver disease is no exception. The liver is the organ with the closest proximity to the gut and therefore is exposed to large numbers of bacteria. Conditions such as alcoholic and non-alcoholic liver disease and primary sclerosing cholangitis have been associated with an altered microbiome. The altered gut microbiome in these conditions may influence the degree of fat, inflammation and fibrosis that develop in the liver. Although not well studied, changes in the colon microbiome have been associated with the development of cirrhosis and one of its complications, hepatic encephalopathy or confusion. Hepatic encephalopathy can be successfully treated with medications such as probiotics or antibiotics that have the ability to change the composition of the gut bacteria to one that is more favorable for less disease. Gut microbiome is a major factor in maintaining the integrity of the intestinal mucosa and therefore regulating absorption into the bloodstream. When the gut microbiome is altered, bacteria can enter the bloodstream and make their way to the liver. In the liver, inflammatory components are then stimulated and these may result in liver inflammation and fibrosis. Additionally, the bacteria in the blood can result in sepsis as well as peritonitis, especially in people with liver disease. The best-studied effects of gut bacteria are in the development and treatment of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Gut bacteria have been shown to be able to react with specific liver receptors and increase inflammatory markers leading to liver inflammation, insulin resistance and diabetes. Treatment with probiotics has been shown to decrease fat in
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the liver as well as decrease serum triglycerides and VLDL levels. We are still learning about the effects of altered gut bacteria and
systemic disease, including liver disease. It makes sense that altering the natural relationship between humans and bacteria can lead to disease. There is a growing body of evidence implicating the microbiome in the development of liver disease. More studies are needed in different clinical situations to manipulate the microbiota by various strategies including prebiotics, new probiotics and/or antibiotics. We need to establish in the future how manipulation of the
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gut microbiota might prove beneficial for the treatment of patients with various liver diseases at either early or later disease stages. This should prove to be very exciting and rewarding and hopefully will attract physicians to investigate all these possibilities. David Bernstein, MD, FAASLD,FACG, AGAF, FACP, is the chief of hepatology at Sandra Atlas Bass Center for Liver Diseases and a professor of medicine at Hofstra-Northwell School of Medicine.
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Why You Need An Eye Exam
Think of how much you rely on your eyesight. Because it’s the sense you rely on the most each and every day, it’s important to keep your eyes healthy and sharp so that you can enjoy your vision for the rest of your life. The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends that adults, with no signs or risk factors for eye disease, get a baseline eye disease screening at age 40. This is the time when early signs of vision changes and disease often start. It’s likely that you undergo regular vision screenings every year or so, particularly if you wear corrective lenses. “While vision screening is ideal for identifying vision problems,” says Dr. Anne Sara Steiner, MD, director of the Northwell Health Ocular Service Center, “it cannot take the place of a comprehensive eye examination designed to identify even the earliest stages of eye disease.” While a typical vision exam is relatively short and
focused on vision correction, a comprehensive eye examination is far more detailed and thorough. During this type of exam, which can take up to two hours, you will undergo: • A complete health and medication history and vision history • An eye health evaluation
•V isual acuity testing to determine sharpness and clarity of both near and distance vision • Visual field testing to determine your level of peripheral vision • Evaluation of pupil size and pupillary responses • Evaluation of eye movement
Using a device called a slit lamp, the front part of your eyes, as well as your eyelids, will be checked. Due in large part to our increasing use of electronic devices, dry eye has become a very common problem. If you experience frequent burning, itching or redness or have sensitivity to light, make
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sure to mention this to your doctor. Signs of dry eye will be identified during the exam, and there are effective preventive strategies and treatments for it. You will also undergo an exam through dilated pupils which looks at the back of the eye, including the retina, macula and the optic nerve for signs of disease. During this part of the exam, drops are placed in each eye to widen the pupil and allow more light to enter the eye. Sight-threatening eye diseases, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma, can be identified. With each part of the exam, your doctor will build a complete picture of your eye health and will work with you to make the best decisions on any treatment necessary, as well as preventive care and the suggested schedule for follow-up exams. Call the Katz Institute at 855-850-5494 for more information about eye health.
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Patients Thank First Responders Who Gave Them Second Chance At Life The arrival of paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) often occurs during times of great anxiety and crisis. But, during a luncheon held recently to honor EMS personnel from Northwell Health, smiles and handshakes replaced the looks of concern that frequently greet EMTs as several patients and their loved ones gathered to thank the heroic professionals who saved their lives. First established by President Gerald Ford in 1973 to acknowledge the achievements of EMS agencies, EMS Week serves to remind the public of the vital contribution made by EMTs, paramedics, critical care medics and communications specialists. In recognition of this event, Northwell Health’s Center for Emergency Medical Services (CEMS) held a Second Chance Luncheon May 25 to bring together grateful patients whose lives were saved by various “pre-hospital care providers.” “Being an EMS worker is a tough job,” said Gene Tangney, senior vice president and chief administrative officer at Northwell Health, who recalled his early days as an EMT in Queens. “It requires a special type of person who chooses
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Burger, 64, was enjoying the new release of Beauty and the Beast on April 2 with her daughter and 9-year-old grandson. Suddenly, the youngster noticed that his grandmother was snoring. He tried to awaken her, to no avail. Next, his mom tried. By this time, everyone in the theater knew something was wrong. Fortunately, first responders Christopher Delaney and Kelly Gorman were nearby and arrived at the theater within five minutes. They found Burger in an unresponsive state. Cardiac pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was performed and Burger regained a pulse. Katherine Burger (right) and her daughter, Jennifer (left), are reunited with first She was brought to the emergency responder Necole Jackson during Northwell Health’s Second Chance Luncheon. Held department at Long Island Jewish (LIJ) during National EMS week, the luncheon allows patients who suffered potentially Forest Hills. Once stabilized, she was fatal cardiac incidents to thank the first responder who came to their rescue. transferred to North Shore University to do a job not because it’s easy, but so often the unsung heroes of our health Hospital, where she received an automated implantable cardioverter because it’s very hard. Inside the heart system,” said Guttenberg. “All of the defibrillator (AICD). A dedicated music of a first responder is the desire to make people in this room have saved a pera difference in the lives of others.” son’s life who had suffered a potentially teacher, Burger has already returned to work part-time. Michael Guttenberg, MD, medical fatal cardiac emergency during this Burger and her daughter became director of Northwell’s Center for past year. They work very long hours in emotional upon greeting first-respondEmergency Medical Services (EMS), difficult conditions, and deserve to be er Necole Jackson at the reunion. agreed. recognized for all that they do.” “It’s hard to put into words how “We are so honored to be able to give Kathryn Burger, of Glendale, grateful we are to her,” said Burger. thanks to our first responders, who are Queens, came to thank “her heroes.”
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Evolution Through Mentorship
Do you have a mentor in your life? Chances are whether you realize it or not, you do. Mentorship has the potential to be one of the single most important relationships to help you move on your goals and make your dreams a reality. The official definition of mentorship is as follows: “The guidance provided by a mentor, especially an experienced person in a company or educational institution.” I would like to further this definition by including books, lectures and other sources of inspiration as mentors in our lives. We do not need to formally meet someone in order to be mentored by them. Often we find inspiration through individuals that we have never even been in the same room with. With the plethora of information available to us in this fascinating age of technology, finding our own unique source of inspiration is at our fingertips and the opportunities for true mentorship are endless.
Experiment
Don’t be afraid to experiment with different sources to help you move on what you want to create more of in your life. By listening to podcasts, reading books and speaking to a variety of people whose work you respect, you will be learning from individuals
JUNE IS MEN’S HEALTH MONTH
LIFE EVOLUTIONS Melody Pourmoradi with many different points of view. No one person has all the answers so by spreading the love, you will in essence be focusing your efforts on building strong networks of relationships and an abundance of wisdom to call on. One of my greatest sources for education is YouTube. There each day I find unique podcasts that heighten my knowledge base and move me to create my own body of work. Where will your next source of mentorship come from?
Look to your Peers
We often think that mentors should be people that are more “evolved” or more educated than us in some way. I invite you to also look beside you when you are seeking someone to look up to. Often our colleagues and our peers have a better understanding of where we are at in our life or in our business
and can be a solid source of guidance with a unique point of view. You and your peers may have different strengths and can come together to mutually benefit one another’s missions. Some of my greatest advisors and sounding boards are my friends and other people who share an aligned vision. Which one of your friends or colleagues can you exchange mentorship with?
Take Action
Action is indeed the foundational key to all success. If mentorship in any of its forms is going to work at all, we
need to be prepared to move on all of the new knowledge and inspiration that we have acquired. All of the information in the world cannot serve us if we are not willing to act, to take one small idea and transform it in a way that is meaningful for us. What step are you prepared to take in evolving from the new found guidance in your life? Melody is a women’s life & wellness coach dedicated to bringing girls’ empowerment to communities on a global scale. For more information visit www.lifeevolutionscoaching.com and www.GiRLiFEempowerment.com
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HEALTH BRIEFS Brain Tumor Support Group
Share feelings, concerns, experiences, ways to cope and more at The Brain Tumor Center’s support group for brain tumor patients, family members and caregivers on Thursday, June 15, from 4 to 5:45 p.m. at Neurological Surgery, P.C. at 1991 Marcus Ave., Suite 108 in Lake Success. Tina Sapienza, L.M.S.W., O.S.W-C will facilitate the support meeting. Reservations are required. Call Richard Van Allen at 516-442-2250 for more information and to reserve a seat.
Chronic Pain Support Group
The Nassau County chronic pain support group will meet on Tuesday, June 20, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Metro Physical Therapy, 800 East Gate Blvd., Garden City. Dr. John Gehnrich from Rhino Chiropractic will be the guest speaker. The meeting is free, all are welcome. Call 516-304-9297 for details.
Fertility and Breast Cancer Forum
On Monday, July 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. Dr. Avner Hershlag, MD, FACOG, chief of Northwell Health Fertility Center, will discuss treatments that include fertility
preservation, egg donation, surrogacy, egg freezing and preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) at a free forum presented by the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Program (Alumni House, 154 Cambridge Dr. Avner Hershlag Ave., Garden City). Email breastcancerhotline@adelphi.edu or call 516-877-4325 for details. Prior to the forum, at 5 p.m., a shopping boutique will be available, with one-of-a-kind jewelry and accessories, with a percentage of the sales being donated to the Adelphi Breast Cancer program.
Community Service Award
Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation recently announced that Lina Scacco, Parker’s assistant vice president for corporate outreach and development, received the “Community Service Award” at the Nan-Shan Senior Center annual fundraising dinner held on May 25 in Flushing. Scacco is a resident of Glen Head.
Michael Wang, Queens Nan-Shan Senior Center, presents an award to Lina Scacco.
Let’s Keep Our Dads Alive
NYU WINTHROP HOSPITAL
invites you to a Men’s Health Seminar Men and their loved ones are invited to join us for informative sessions addressing prostate cancer, the prevention of heart disease, stroke, various cancers, sexual dysfunction and more. Topics are beneficial to both men and women.
2017 KEYNOTE SPEAKER: JOEL FUHRMAN, MD
Dr. Joel Fuhrman, board-certified family physician, six-time New York Times Best-selling author, President of the Nutritional Research Foundation and internationally recognized expert on nutrition and natural healing, specializes in preventing and reversing disease through nutritional methods. ● Date: Saturday, June 17, 2017, 8:00 am – 4:15 pm ● Location: Garden City Hotel 45 7th Street, Garden City, NY 11530 ● Cost per Attendee: $50 Continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments will be provided. Pre-Registration is strongly encouraged and on-site registration is available.
For more information or to register for the event, please visit www.menshealthseminar.com or call 516-663-2316 ™
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