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Jagged Little Pill

Iconic Alanis Morissette album becomes hit Broadway musical

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Perfect Derek Klena is more than the golden boy in Jagged Little Pill BY KIMBERLY DIJKSTRA

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agged Little Pill, the new Broadway musical featuring the music of Alanis Morissette and Glen Ballard and a book by Diablo Cody, is the perfect show to usher us into a new decade. It tackles nearly every topic that affects Americans today—from opioid addiction and sexual assault to gender identity and social activism, but it’s not just an “issues” show, according to actor Derek Klena, who plays Nick Healy. “There are lots of topical elements socially and politically, but Diablo has really just written in everything that we’re dealing with in our world today,” Klena said. “These are all super relevant topics that we need to be addressing, and Diablo has done an incredible job of streamlining them all into one cohesive plotline.” The show features every song from the groundbreaking 1995 album Jagged Little Pill, plus other songs from Morissette’s catalog and two original tunes, all cleverly woven into an original story about the Healy family, set in the modern day in an upper-middle class suburb in Connecticut. Wife and mother Mary Jane aka MJ (Elizabeth Stanley) hides a dependence on opioids, husband Steve (Sean Allan Krill) is a workaholic, adopted

daughter Frankie (Celia Gooding) deals with identity and relationship issues and son Nick tries to live up to his parents’ high expectations. “Nick is the seemingly golden boy son who is kind of at that crossroads between adolescence and adulthood,” said Klena. “He’s graduating from high school, he’s just gotten into Harvard, he seemingly has everything going for him, but he’s at that point where he’s discovering who he wants to be. He knows what his parents’ image of him is, he knows who he is in his parents’ eyes, but he’s kind of discovering who Nick wants to be as he takes this next step into adulthood and comes into his own.” Klena, who is best known for his roles in Dogfight, Wicked and Anastasia, has been involved in the show and developing the character

Derek Klena returns to Broadway as Nick Healy in Jagged Little Pill. (Photos by Matthew Murphy)

of Nick for the past two-and-a-half years. He played Nick in the out-oftown production at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, MA, last year, which enjoyed a record-breaking run and positive reviews. A few changes were made before opening night on Broadway, all beneficial for plot clarity and character development. “For Nick specifically, a big change that happened was Alanis’ iconic song ‘Perfect’ used to be in act two after Nick gets into a confrontation with his mother,” Klena explained. “Now that it’s in the first act and earlier in Nick’s story, it is helpful for me as an actor and for

the audience to understand Nick’s point of view before delving into his major conflict.” With the lyrics “Be a good boy / Try a little harder / You’ve got to measure up / Make me prouder,” it’s clear where Nick is coming from in this story, feeling pressure from his parents to be perfect. Klena said once the song was moved up, it was less emotionally driven and more about self-reflection and discovery. “When he realizes he worked his whole life for this very moment to get into Harvard, and to still be see JAGGED LITTLE PILL on page 4A

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really going to let the songs shine.” He continued, “She was super open to change, and she loved this process and experience of working on a play because you get to go back and fiddle with things and you have a preview process [as opposed to] writing a film, there’s a draft and once you shoot it, there’s really no going back and reshooting because it’s just too expensive. She said it has been an amazing experience. To be able to be part of that and watch how happy she’s been with the process and to watch how ecstatic Alanis has been with how

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we’ve interpreted her material. It’s been a dream.” Like many of us, Klena grew up listening to Alanis Morissette songs on the radio. “I was quite little when this album first came out, but growing up in Southern California, I spent a lot of hours in the car with my mom and I have distinct memories of driving by the beach and having ‘You Oughta Know’ playing or ‘Hand In My Pocket’ playing,” Klena said. “It wasn’t until getting involved in this project that I realized they are all on the same album. Now, I’m even more of a fan after getting to work with her and seeing how brilliant she is in the flesh.” “Uninvited,” a 1998 single, is put to use exquisitely in the musical and stands out to Klena as a favorite in the show. “It’s just such a powerful number listening to Elizabeth Stanley and Kathryn Gallagher sing it every night and how it’s staged,” Klena said, referring to the balletic exorcism with her inner demons Mary Jane and her alter ego (dancer Heather Lang) experience during that number. “And Tom Kitt’s arrangements—Alanis has even said that she wants to sing Tom’s arrangements in her concerts now, she’s like, ‘I can’t get these arrangements

out of my head. I love them.’” While every cast member is consistently excellent, a real highlight is Lauren Patten’s intense performance of “You Oughta Know,” which brings down the house every night. “Lauren is incredible,” Klena said. “A combination between her incredible performance and Alanis’ iconic song, I think it’s just the perfect apex of everything. It’s been exciting for audiences to lose it in that moment. Lauren Patten has gotten many a standing ovation.” The original two songs created for the musical—“Smiling” and “Predator”—fit right into the mix. “Smiling” lends itself to another uniquely staged scene featuring Mary Jane. Another strong addition, “Predator” is extremely effective, putting into words something women experience all the time. In a similar vein, “No,” a 2012 B-side resurrected for the musical, is an anthem with lyrics “What part of no do you not understand?” that tackle the topic of consent and call out rape culture. “[The sexual assault] storyline has been involved in the musical for a while, before the Kavanagh hearings and before the Me Too movement,” Klena said. “Those relevant events that have taken place over the past couple of years have only reinforced the team’s objective in wanting to take a stand and move it to the forefront.” “This show obviously connects with most of our audience members on some level because of how relatable it is,” Klena added. “We’re just trying to open up the conversation and have people see it in a different light and take it seriously. It’s my job tackling Nick to try to address that—that we can’t just be bystanders. It’s important that we take responsibility for our actions and also stand up for what’s right—not stand by and watch injustice happen.” See Jagged Little Pill at the Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th St., NYC. For tickets, visit jaggedlittlepill. com.

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MOVIES

January Movie Previews The Informer (NR)

BY CHERYL WADSWORTH editorial@antonmediagroup.com

he New Year is here with a decade behind us and expectations and resolutions still new and being honored. The temperatures are frigid, NFL playoffs have begun and the stores haven’t missed a beat with Valentine hearts adorning every shelf. January is also known in the movie industry as a “dump month,” when studios release dozens of films they feel won’t do well and are surely not Oscar contenders. Throughout the years, this has proven true with some exceptions such as The Silence of the Lambs and Get Out. The following are a few releases that also may be the exception. You decide.

The Grudge (R)

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On Jan. 3, The Grudge premiered in theaters, written by Nicholas Pesce and starring Tara Westwood, Junko Bailey, David Lawrence Brown, Zoe Fish and Andrea Riseborough. The Grudge originated in Japan and in 2004, it was released in America as a remake. This film’s setting is the same time of that 2004 film. A house is afflicted by a merciless ghost who curses those who enter with a brutal death. This is a great horror movie to start off your new year. Please don’t hold a “grudge” if you don’t like it.

The Informer debuts on Jan. 10 and is directed by Andrea Di Stefano. Starring Ana de Armas, Rosamund Pike, Joel Kinnaman, Clove Owen and Common, this British thriller is based on the novel Three Seconds by Roslund/Hellstrom. An ex-convict and former special operations soldier is newly released from jail when he is forced to go back inside by crooked FBI handlers to act as a snitch to penetrate the mob’s drug trade in New York. When his cover is intentionally blown and his family is threatened, he must do everything he can to get out

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Also on Jan. 10, Like a Boss opens in theaters, directed by Miguel Arteta and starring an all lead female cast of Rose Byrne, Salma Hayek and Tiffany Haddish. Two friends develop a successful beauty business with two very different personalities. When they succumb to an insurmountable amount of debt, they reach out to a rich patron to save their company. Unbeknownst to them, the benefactor steals their ideas for her own benefit. These three ladies are hilarious in this nice comedy to start the year off right.

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follows the eccentrically brilliant Dr. Dolittle approximately seven years after the death of his beloved wife. Now a recluse with only his animals to keep him company, he must leave the safety of his compound to find a cure for a gravely ill Queen Victoria. What happens next will keep you smiling all day. This is a great family movie.

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HEALTH NEWS

Outbreak Linked To Pet Store Puppies BY KIMBERLY DIJKSTRA

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he Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and public health officials in several states are investigating a multiple-state outbreak of drug-resistant Campylobacter jejuni infections linked to puppies purchased from pet stores. Thus far, at least 30 people have been infected with the outbreak strain of Campylobacter jejuni, with four hospitalizations reported. Epidemiologic and laboratory evidence indicates that contact with puppies, especially those at pet stores, is likely to be the source of this outbreak. “This Campylobacter jejuni strain is very rare,” Cindy Friedman, a lead investigator of the outbreak with the CDC, said. “Campylobacter is a really common cause of diarrhea in the United States and it causes about 1.5 million cases [each year]. This strain is multi-drug resistant and we see this strain less than 1 percent of the time.” Among the 24 people interviewed by the CDC, half were linked to Petland, a national pet store chain, and five were Petland employees. There are no Petland stores on Long Island and no New York infections have been reported thus far. However, on Dec. 18, the Nassau County SPCA seized nine puppies outside of Shake A Paw, a Hicksville pet store, and all puppies tested positive for one or more contagious diseases. A few displayed signs of airway infections and pneumonia. Puppy Mill Free Long Island, an organization that has vocally supported the “adopt, don’t shop” movement, has come out against Shake A Paw, as well as Nassau County SPCA Board President Gary Rogers, who seeks donations to care for the seized puppies. “The findings of the horrific health conditions of the animals seized solidifies everything Puppy Mill Free Long Island has been saying and we implore Mr. Rogers,” a spokesperson for Puppy Mill Free Long Island said. “Instead of raising funds, approach the Nassau County legislatures, along with State Senator Anna Kaplan, ask her to vote aye to S.4234/A.6298, which would prohibit the sale of dogs,

least one course of antibiotics. When antibiotics are used as a preventative measure instead of to treat a specific illness, antibiotic resistance becomes more prevalent. “It’s very concerning that this strain is resistant to all first-line antibiotics that are recommended to treat Campylobacter,” Friedman said. “It’s a small number of patients, but it’s a concern to clinicians. We have a limited supply of antibiotics.” The CDC doesn’t want to see this strain spread further. The agency is trying to contain the problem by communicating with pet owners, pet store workers, the pet store companies implicated and the industry itself. “We work with those groups to try and recommend Nine puppies were seized by the Nassau County strategies to reduce inapproSPCA outside of Shake A Paw pet store in priate antibiotic use, to [work Hicksville. The animals were found to have toward] prevention and multiple contagious illnesses. proper cleaning, encourag(Photos by Nassau SPCA) ing them to look further to the source of these puppies,” Campylobacter cats and rabbits in pet stores across handling Friedman said. To date, this rare jejuni bacteria the state of New York. Shake A Paw your dog, and strain of Campylobacter is linked Hicksville operates in her district.” even after you to contact with puppies at pet stores Last year, Shake A Paw faced feed the dog or give and employees at pet stores, not to allegations from families that purthe dog treats.” shelter dogs. chased sick puppies from the Lynbrook She added that adults should superThe ASPCA states on its website, and Hicksville locations. New York vise young children when they wash “Commercial breeding facilities tend Attorney General Letitia James asked their hands and that new pet owners to be filthy, unhealthy environments. pet owners to report instances of sick should make a vet appointment when Worse, puppies born there receive pets purchased from pet stores via the they first bring the animal home. little to no vet care, leaving them Pet Lemon Law form at ag.ny.gov/ “This is a really basic prevention susceptible to illness and disease.” online-complaint-form-pet-lemon-law. strategy,” Friedman said, adding that “At Petland, as at most pet stores It is not clear at this time if the hand washing will prevent a number of that sell dogs, puppies are supplied Campylobacter outbreak is related to zoonotic infections, those that can be by commercial dog-breeding facilities the illness of the Shake A Paw puppies. transmitted from animals to humans. that are incentivized to produce the “We had a similar outbreak beSymptoms of Campylobacter most puppies at the lowest cost,” tween 2016 and 2018 and [during] that include diarrhea (often bloody), Kevin O’Neill, vice president of state outbreak there were some cases from fever and stomach cramps for two affairs for the ASPCA, said. “Dogs New York,” Friedman said, referring to to five days after being exposed to in these facilities live in small, dirty a previous outbreak in which a total of the bacteria. The illness usually lasts cages, with poor health care and no 113 people were confirmed to have in- about seven to 10 days. meaningful opportunity for exercise fections or symptoms consistent with “Most people can recover fine or play. Pet stores profit from passing Campylobacter. “In this outbreak, we without antibiotics,” she said, recoff sick puppy mill puppies as healthy, are just at the beginning now. It’s an ommending fluids and rest. “But for well-cared for pets from high-quality ongoing investigation.” certain groups, like elderly patients, sources, so it’s not surprising that Since it is a time of year that many people with immune compromising puppies produced in such deplorpeople may be adding a new puppy or conditions or weakened immune able conditions, trucked across the a new dog to their family, Friedman systems, they’ll need antibiotics.” country, caged with other fragile, sick offers suggestions to prevent illness. In these cases, it is important that animals, and handled by hundreds “It’s always good to remember that antibiotics are available for treatment. of people can harbor and spread even if the puppy or dog looks healthy, A CDC report published in September diseases.” they can carry germs that can make 2018 found that 95 percent of dogs The investigation is ongoing. The CDC will provide updates when more people sick,” she said. “The main mes- examined by the agency at 20 pet information is available. sage is to practice hand-washing when stores across the U.S. received at

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BOOK REVIEW

Shea Serrano Makes History With Movies (And Other Things) BY MIKE ADAMS

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hea Serrano became the first Mexican-American author to have three different books top the New York Times bestseller list when Movies (And Other Things) took the No. 1 spot in the publication’s November rankings. Reaching the apex after years spent writing his way to the literary mountaintop turned out to be bittersweet. “It’s one of those situations where of course you’re excited that it happened but then the more time you spend with it you realize that it’s at least a little bit sucky,” Serrano said. “It should have happened already. It’s crazy that this is the first time that it’s happening.” The San Antonio native was humble about his success, and attributed it more to his ability to cultivate a fan base on social media than any particular set of skills he has acquired over his career. “I don’t think I’m just a super great writer or anything like that,” Serrano said. “I just happened to have Twitter, and other people didn’t before me. It’s easier to cultivate a following, and then you’re just selling directly to them.” Serrano has cultivated a Twitter following more than 300,000 strong through his years writing for the now-defunct Grantland and The Ringer. He uses the platform to promote his work, joke around with fans and insist he is, in fact, not short. From time to time he delves into politics, raising money for charities and those in need and firing shots at Donald Trump, but Serrano said he doesn’t maintain any illusions about his own importance or the importance of his work. “The stuff that I’m writing about, I treat it very seriously and earnestly,” Serrano said. “But ultimately it’s a silly way to earn a living. I was a teacher for nine years. That job made me feel important, and I don’t feel that why I’m writing, which is why I spend a significant amount of time speaking out about things. I know writing about I Am Legend isn’t going to change anything. But maybe if I write about it well enough and enough people like it, then when I go ‘hey, we should do something about this,’ those people will act.”

Shea Serrano is a three-time New York Times bestselling author. (Photo by Josh Huskin)

Still, impact or no impact, Serrano hopes he can at least help people have a little fun. “I’m trying to celebrate the stuff that I like,” Serrano said. “Any movie that gets mentioned in the book is a movie that I like, except Green Book.” Movies (And Other Things), like its predecessor Basketball (And Other Things), is a collection of essays that center around some aspect of the titular topic. Serrano humorously explores questions ranging from “Who’s the coolest movie dog owner” to “Were the Jurassic Park raptors just misunderstood?” At every step of the way, Serrano’s writing is accompanied by

illustrations from Dallas illustrator and frequent collaborator Arturo Torres, and the collection is bookended by a foreword from John Leguizamo and an afterword from Don Cheadle. Serrano has his own criteria for evaluating the movies that made it into the book. Critically darlings like Goodfellas and Kill Bill are explored and celebrated alongside films like Will Smith’s 2007 action flick I Am Legend, which sports a barely-passing 68-percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The movies that stick with him, he said, do so because of the experience he had watching them much more than any technical achievements. “Watching a movie to me feels the same as listening to music,” Serrano said. “You put a song on and you feel it in your chest, there’s just something about it and you just feel it. That’s the main thing I look for, I look for a movie to make me feel that.” Through his work for Grantland and The Ringer, Serrano became known for his humor and his easygoing, personable style, on full display in pieces like “The ‘If I Fought This Rapper, Would

I Win?’ Chart” and “The Rules And Regulations Of The Jurassic World Theme Park.” Serrano’s style is almost confessional; he weaves in personal anecdotes and pop culture throwbacks to drive home whatever broader point he’s trying to make. “I had an editor give me some really good advice when I was starting out,” Serrano said of his technique. “He read an anecdote I had put in a thing I did that didn’t have any point to it and he called me out on it. He told me every article you write should reach a conclusion, and every sentence in that article should help you reach a conclusion. So if it’s not, you’re doing something wrong.” Serrano brings that same confessional bend to his latest bestseller, and by the time they’ve gone cover to cover on Movies (And Other Things), the reader will know just how embarrassed the family man felt when he fell off a ladder in front of his kids, among other things. Movies (And Other Things) is published by Twelve Books and available for purchase through Barnes and Noble and Amazon.

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easier when you board the plane. If you are asked to switch seats with someone due to a physical issue or so loved ones can sit together and you are able, try to accommodate them. When traveling with children, bring toys and other items to entertain them so they are not hanging over the seat or disturbing other passengers. When traveling with babies, talk to your doctor about remedies for ear pain and try to fly at a time when they will sleep through most of the flight. Try to use the restroom before boarding to minimize disturbing other passengers during the flight. When reclining your seat, be courteous of the person behind you. Be patient and courteous when deplaning. Gentlemen, help ladies and the elderly with removing their luggage from overhead bins. It will expedite the boarding and deplaning process for everyone. Saying please, thank you and excuse me improves the atmosphere for everyone Although some of these tips seem like common sense, a friendly reminder of the rules courtesy should be accepted.

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ey, Anton reader, “I’m talking to you.” Don’t you realize its 2020? Don’t you realize that we’re at the beginning of a new decade? Don’t you realize that the timing couldn’t be better than today to pursue a fresh, positive start for yourself? Now is the time for action to take the place of excuses. So, let me get personal. Let’s say it’s not you, but a close friend, brother or sister, cousin or neighbor who is somehow not doing the right thing with his or her life, a screw up. Instead of striving for an “A” or “B” grade in college, that individual is happy with a “C” or “D.” Instead of seeking a promotion at work by being more responsible, he or she comes in later and is in jeopardy of being fired. Instead of being motivated and passionate about life, that individual drinks too much alcohol or gets “high” on weed on a regular basis. Know anybody that fits the above description? I do, and I call them loser. For every hour of every day of every month of every year, such individuals need to take their own destinies into control. When is it time to “walk the walk” rather than just “talk the talk?” Isn’t the answer obvious? It’s this very moment in time. Why not be a winner? You see, Anton readers, it isn’t enough to “want” to get better grades, to “want” to earn more money at your job, to “want” a better relationship with your parents, boyfriend/girlfriend, because each of us wants things. Unfortunately, “wanting” is never enough. You can say anything you want because words are easy to roll off a tongue. In fact, you want what you have. You see, if you were really serious about wanting something different, you would take the actions needed to achieve your goal. Only actions produce results. Nothing else really matters. However words, wants, or thoughts don’t really mean much. It’s what you do that will get

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you what and where you want to be. Your success in 2020 is nothing more than having the ability, the drive and the determination to eliminate non-successful behaviors you exhibit to yourself and to others. You can’t plead ignorance or lack of a plan of action. Ever hear the expression “if you fail to plan, you are planning to fail?” It holds true in personal and business situations again and again. Try to start paying attention to people around you who you admire. Observe their actions and get a clue about what works for them. In short, 2020 can be your decade to become a self-starter—a true winner. I have confidence that you can make it happen. Professor Jack K. Mandel is a professor of marketing at Nassau Community College in Garden City. He is the recipient of the prestigious Outstanding Teacher Award conferred by the New York State Association of Two-Year colleges.

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Botox and injectables have come a long way in achieving a more youthful appearance BY JENNIFER FAUCI

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he holidays are a wonderful, but stressful time of year. In fact, some say that the start of school in September is what triggers the annual stress-fest all the way through January. But don’t let that exhaustion and worry show up on your face. Botox and injectables have come a long way. No longer do people associate Botox treatment with frozen faces and tight, unnatural looking skin. At Deep Blue Med Spa a team of certified medical aestheticians and physician assistants aim to help you relax and leave you feeling—and looking—more youthful and refreshed than you did when you walked through the door. And there’s a variety of treatments to choose from to correct wrinkles, smile lines, crow’s feet and saggy skin. For those concerned about their chin area, consider Kybella,

a non-surgical treatment with active ingredients that break down excess fat under the chin, helping to gradually contour the neck area. The formula is administered through a very fine needle and it takes about 15 to 20 minutes to complete the treatment. Two to four sessions are typically recommend depending on the needs of the patient. Perhaps you simply want injectables to combat the process of aging? Fortunately, a wide range is available to help address common cosmetic concerns such as wrinkles, fine lines, deep creases and volume loss. Botox treatment allows for smoother, more supple skin using an injectable formula made from a diluted form of botulinum toxin Type A. The formula helps to relax facial muscles that are involuntarily contracted. With little to no down time, the treatment is quick and can even be done on a lunch break. Results tend to last three to six months, and should be maintained with regular follow-up appointments. Other injectables include Dysport, Juvéderm,

Restylane, Radiesse and Sculptra Aesthetic. Beauty today is all about natural, healthy looking skin but even that sometimes needs a little help. Before you undergo treatment, a member of the Deep Blue team will assess your skin type, discuss any of your concerns and share their thoughts on what would be the best treatment and course of action for the appointment. The staff makes you feel at home during any medical or cosmetic procedure, especially for first-timers, to ensure that their physical and emotional experience is painless. Gentle injections to the face will create a less tired and more refreshed version of you (patients may experience bruising, swelling and numbness at first, all of which should fade within a few days’ time). Treat yourself to the gift of renewal this holiday season. Deep Blue Med Spa is located at 999 Franklin Ave., Garden City. Visit www. deepbluemedspa.com to find a treatment that is right for you.

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The Future Of Treating Liver Disease

020 brings with it significant hope for advancements in liver disease across many different conditions. We will see the first medication approved for the treatment of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Fatty liver disease is the most common liver disease in America. Currently, diet and exercise are the only treatments. Drug development for its treatment has been slow with most drugs failing to show efficacy or being associated with significant side effects. Obeticholic acid, however, a drug already approved for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis, has shown promise in treating fatty liver, and will likely be approved by the FDA in late March to

accompanied by continued diet, exercise and control of diabetes in patients with this condition.

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treat fatty liver. While this medication is not a panacea, it finally will offer hope for patients. Successful treatment of fatty liver will not come from medications alone and this new therapy must be

There is also research being done in autoimmune liver disease and we hope to see some positive results in 2020. There are numerous clinical trials with new medications treating both primary biliary cholangitis and primary sclerosing cholangitis. These should report out early clinical results and hopefully these preliminary results will lead to the expansion in research to fill the void of treatment of these conditions. Several years ago, all the buzz in liver disease was about new treatments for chronic hepatitis Current

therapies cure more than 95 percent of people with hepatitis C using affordable 8 to 12 week regimens with minimal side effects. Sadly, there is a rise in the number of new hepatitis C cases due to the opioid epidemic, especially in our youth. The challenge in 2020 is to find and treat these patients while simultaneously treating their opioid addictions. If this can be done, we can prevent the spread of hepatitis C and hopefully get back on track to eliminate this disease in the U.S. by the stated goal of 2030. Perhaps the real need and excitement revolves around hepatitis B. More potent vaccines were recently introduced to better prevent this infection. This common condition can

be treated with essentially lifelong suppressive medications, which are not curative therapy. These treatments have been shown to reverse fibrosis and to reduce but not eliminate the risk of developing liver cancer. There is now real interest in developing new therapies to not only treat but cure hepatitis B. Several new diagnostic tests are being introduced,which will allow physicians to better monitor patients for response. 2020 looks to be an exciting year in liver medicine. I hope that by this time next year, there will be many new and exciting developments to discuss that will improve the lives of people suffering from liver disease as well as their families.

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designed Shred class at Dany Holdstein Two Worlds gym in Greenvale. The 50-minute class combines full body resistance training with continuous cardio training for total conditioning. This intense athletic workout uses a variety of equipment and cycle activity with built in recovery, for an efficient, easy to follow workout. Great for all fitness levels, each move can be modified or progressed. “People love the class because it goes by so fast,” Giallanzo said. “It allows people to work at their own pace so you don’t get discouraged. Each week, clients can really see their progress.”

Lyra/Aerial Hoop Dream Dance Fitness, East Meadow www.dreamdancefitness.com Talk about fun fitness. Dream Dance Fitness’ group classes are designed to keep your mind and body active. This Lyra/Aerial Hoop not only tones, it builds confidence at any fitness level. “It is great for any shape and size,” said co-owner and certified dance and fitness instructor Natasha Roman. “You can make it your own and you’re not in comparison to

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anyone else. You’ll be on a literal high.” In this hour long class, you’ll learn how to use the lyra (aerial hoop) by strengthening your core, and using various fitness techniques. Roman inspires class goers to try different tricks that empower and blast calories. “You’re suspended in the air and you feel like you’re flying,” she said. “It is fun but you’re burning a lot of calories during class and getting a great workout.”

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New Year, New Family: Taking Care of You During & After Pregnancy

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hen Hicksville resident Arjun Mainali was attending college in his home country of Nepal, he read a story that would change his life and hundreds of others. The piece, entitled “The Blood Donor,” inspired Mainali to give blood for the first time at age 19 in 1987. “I have seen, so many times, [people] were afraid to donate blood as they used to think donating blood makes their body weaker,” he explained. “Seeing this situation, I decided to donate blood. I thought maybe I could save people.” Mainali has since gone on to donate blood 172 times across 17 countries, helping to save the lives of 516 people. January is National Blood Donor Month, the perfect time to resolve to be a regular blood donor and help save lives. Extreme winter weather in some parts of the country and seasonal illnesses often make it difficult for the American Red Cross to maintain a sufficient blood supply at this time of year. Blood donations and platelets

like this,” Palmeri cannot be artificialexplained. “When ly manufactured I was very young, so volunteers are my mother had vital and directly several proceimpact those dures done in in need of a short time. blood. In fact, Making a The hospital one donation asked, has the podifference during because of my tential to save National Blood mother, for us up to three Donor Month to gather friends lives, according and family to doto the American nate blood. From Red Cross. Each a young age, I donation helps knew that donating the millions of blood was critical Americans each to recovery. I wanted to Jennifer Lentini and her donor mom, Vicky. year who require blood Photo courtesy of Jennifer Lentini save someone else’s mom.” transfusions during surgery, after The church hosts semi-annual an accident or due to illness. approaching people who have yet to drives, along with a third drive East Meadow resident Frank donate because it is something great in collaboration with the New York Palmeri, an avid donor who has been that you’ll be doing for yourself and Blood Center, each year. The annual coordinating drives at St. Brigid R.C. drives result in 250 donations, Palmeri the community. The experience is so Church in Westbury for seven years, rewarding.” said, but the need is still great. The along with fellow church members Hicksville resident Jennifer Lentini next scheduled blood drive at the Joanna Palumbo and Maggie has relied on community blood drives church is on May 28, from 3 to 9 p.m. Cunningham-Brown, has seen firstlike these for most of her life. At age hand the impact a donation makes in in St. Anthony’s Hall. 13, she was diagnosed with cardiomy“We need more young people to the community. opathy. Shortly after, Lentini received “I was disposed to do something donate,” he said. “We are always

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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino proclaimed Dec. 22, 2019 to be “World Blood Donor Arjun Mainali Day” in the Town of Oyster Bay in recognition of his astounding accomplishments. a heart transplant and still needs blood transfusions. “Blood donors give people a second chance to live everyday lives,” Lentini said. “If it wasn’t for donations, I wouldn’t be here today. Donors are angels.” The 36-year-old Lentini frequently shares her personal story during New York Blood Center events to encourage others to donate. “The greatest thing is when someone comes up to me and says they want to donate after they hear my story,” she said. “They say they hope to help save lives. They are giving the greatest gift.” For 32 years, Mainali has dedicated his life to educating, advocating, encouraging, promoting and creating awareness about the importance of blood donations. He has traveled to six continents and 14 states for the sole purpose of donating blood. Since moving to Hicksville in 2000, Mainali has also organized dozens of local donation drives. Last month, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino recognized Mainali for his astounding accomplishments as a dedicated blood donor. Saladino proclaimed Dec. 22, 2019 to be “World Blood Donor Arjun Mainali Day” in the Town of Oyster Bay in recognition of his selfless and lifesaving efforts.Saladino noted that this date is particularly fitting because Dec. 22, 1818 was the date of the first documented transfusion of human blood. “My aim is to inspire more and more people to donate blood,” Mainali said. “I tried to motivate as many people as I could. I have spent several nights without even blinking my eyes, planning for the next day’s event. I have seen blood donation even in my

The following is a list of New York Blood Center’s Long Island Donor Centers. Schedule an appointment online at https:// donate.nybc.org/donor/ schedules/zip Lake Success Donor Center, 2500 Marcus Ave, Lake Success (1/4 mile East of Lakeville Road) Massapequa Donor Center, 1050 Sunrise Highway, Massapequa (Next to Vitamin Shoppe, just east of Kohl’s) Rockville Centre Donor Center, 290 Sunrise Highway, Rockville Centre dreams so many times.” The process is simple and safe. You can donate whole blood every 56 days or up to six times a year. Anyone who is in good health, is older than 16 and weighs at least 110 pounds is eligible to donate, according to the American Red Cross. “Donating blood is not harmful,” Mainali said. “All healthy people can do it so don’t be afraid to donate.” Before you donate be sure to eat at your regular mealtimes and drink plenty of fluids, according to the New York Blood Center. If you are donating platelets, do not take aspirin or products containing aspirin, for at least 48 hours before your appointment. The process usually takes less than an hour. “Once you begin to donate and understand the importance, you’ll be likely to donate again,” Palmeri concluded. “You will feel wonderful knowing that you saved someone’s life.”

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Everything You Want To Know About Bunions But Never Asked

bunion deformity is one of the most common foot conditions. The big toe shifts toward the other toes and the inside of the joint bulges inward. The widening of the foot causes pain from tightness in shoegear something I call “shoe conflict.” As the joint becomes misaligned more pain occurs. This deformity can be corrected with foot surgery when indicated.

Definition and Symptoms

The medical term for bunion is Hallux Valgus which in Latin means big toe bending outward. Bunio means enlargement in Latin. The base of the big toe joint pushes inward as the big toe itself pushes over toward the other toes. The joint bulges inward causing a medial eminence (bump), which rubs in shoes and becomes red and inflamed over time. This pain and rubbing left unchecked often leads to greater complications.

Causes

Overpronation, aka over-flattening of the foot while standing or walking,

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One study of aboriginal tribes showed that barefoot walkers developed bunions at a similar frequency as more traditional shoe wearing populations. Shoe gear may exacerbate symptoms of bunions but aren’t necessarily causative.

Treatment

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About 30 percent of the population develops bunions, which indicates how common they are. Genetics play a role as do foot type and structure. Women suffer with bunions more than men, but men are not immune.

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County Unveils Shared Services Panel

assau County Executive Laura Curran recently joined the shared services panel to vote on and approve the 2020 Nassau County Shared Services and Taxpayer Savings Plan. If implemented, the plan will save about $7.3 million in 2020. The shared service panel is a group of Nassau County and municipal leaders brought together to identify and implement new ways to save taxpayers money through shared and more efficient services between local governments within the county. The plan was compiled under the guidance of the Rockefeller Institute of Government. “I am proud that the separate municipalities within Nassau County will be collaborating to deliver improved governmental services at a lower cost to the taxpayers,” Curran said. “The 2020 shared services plan will not only save residents’ money, it will help our county and fellow municipalities run more efficiently.” The plan’s key initiatives include:

Local officials from the President Nassau County Village Officials Association join County Executive Laura Curran to announce the shared services panel. (Photo courtesy of the office of County Executive Laura Curran)

• “Digitize Nassau,” a program to develop joint efforts to digitize mandated records • Expand joint waste and recycling contracts • Coordinated effort to improving volunteer ambulance/EMS service • Centralized contracts for various insurance products • Joint purchase of a Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems “Shared service initiatives have enerated property tax savings for residents

by facilitating partnerships between local governments,” Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino said. Many of the projects outlined in the plan have an anticipated multiyear implementation timeline. The Rockefeller Institute estimates savings of up to $7.3 million in 2020, if fully implemented, plus recurring cost savings with the support of intergovernmental partners. “The NCVOA sincerely appreciates the very important work accomplished

by County Executive Curran and the personnel of the Department of Shared Services,” Edward Lieberman, president of the Nassau County Village Officials Association, said. “Although our member villages are constantly utilizing viable methods to better effectuate the quality and the sharing of their local services for the benefit of their respective residents, we also acknowledge that this legislation and its accompanying incorporated procedures is necessary and proper and a welcomed endeavor.” Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature created the county-wide shared services initiative in 2017, which requires each county in New York, except New York City, to create a shared services plan between municipalities by encouraging cooperation through facilitating operational collaboration resulting in local property tax savings for residents. —Submitted by the office of Nassau County Executive Laura Curran

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The Gentlemen (R)

On Jan. 24, The Gentlemen opens in theaters and is directed and written by Guy Ritchie. Starring Mathew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Michelle Dockery, Colin Farrell, Hugh Grant and Henry Golding, this film has McConaughey playing an American businessman who has accumulated a highly lucrative marijuana empire, but decides he wants to cash in. Upon hearing this, enemies, mobs and other drug lords plot to steal his domain rather than pay him for it. An all-star cast leads this crime film.

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The Rhythm Section (NR)

Finally, on Jan. 31, The Rhythm Section debuts in theaters. Directed by Reed Morano, this film stars Blake Lively, Jude Law and Sterling K. Brown. This marvelous thriller follows Stephanie Patrick (Lively) who goes undercover as an assassin after she discovers that the plane crash that killed her family years prior was not accidental. This will leave you on the edge of your seat wanting more. McConaughey plays an American businessman, who has accumulated a lucrative marijuana empire. (Photo source: Facebook)

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Where to eat and drink around the Great White Way BY CYNDI ZAWESKI

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here is no shortage of restaurants in New York City, but when the main event of the evening is catching a performance on the Great White Way, show goers will find that some of the best meals are within walking distance of the bright lights. Take the guesswork out of choosing among the seemingly endless eateries. These top-notch restaurants peppered around the Theater District are a home run for a satisfying meal before the show. Carmine’s Times Square 200 W. 44th St. www.carminesnyc.com Since opening its doors 30 years ago, Carmine’s Italian Restaurant has earned its place as a bonafide New York City institution. Come hungry. The family-style restaurant is equally wellknown for its exceptional Southern Italian cuisine as it is for its “wow-factor” sized portions that make guests feel as if they are attending a feast. The expansive menu will please even the pickiest eaters, offering everything from platters of homestyle antipasto and pasta to seafood or meat entrées and decadent desserts. Signature dishes include lobster fradiavolo and mammoth-sized meatballs served with perfectly-sauced spaghetti. As if the food isn’t mind-blowing enough, the sweeping skyline views from Carmine’s Time Square location are breathtaking.

Junior’s Cheesecake 1515 Bdwy. at 45th St. www.juniorscheesecake.com Start with dessert at Junior’s Cheesecake. The namesake menu item is world famous for good reason. Creamy, silky and just the right amount of sweet, Junior’s original

cheesecake is a foodie bucket list item. For the more adventurous, Junior’s offers several varieties of homemade cheesecakes, including pumpkin, strawberry and chocolate swirl. There are even sugar-free options for those trying to eat healthier in the new year. While the cheesecake

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is simply not to be missed, the iconic restaurant, founded in 1950, also has hearty dishes for the dinner crowd. The menu includes soups, salads, delicatessen sandwiches, seafood, steaks and more. Tony DiNapoli’s 147 W. 43rd St. www.tonysnyc.com Since 1959, Tony DiNapoli’s has been serving up some of the best Italian favorites to theatergoers. The family style restaurant is known for its heaping portions of homemade Italian fare. Come with a big appetite—the portions are designed to serve two to three people. Guests will feel as if they are being treated to a traditional Sunday meal at Nonna’s house. The recipes have been handed down through generations to bring a taste of the Old World to New York. Guests can choose from a lunch, dinner or post-theater menu that includes all the classics, such as eggplant parmigiana, baked ziti napolitano, fettuccine alfredo and more.

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The Smith 956 2nd Ave. www.thesmithrestaurant.com The Smith Midtown is a go-to spot for a farm-to-table meal that is guaranteed to satisfy. The Smith believes in working closely with local farmers and purveyors to expertly curate a mouth-watering menu of bistro classics, seasonal fare and craft cocktails. Its high standards are evident in every bite. The innovative offerings include ricotta gnocchi in truffle cream, seared tuna salad served with chilled spicy soba noodles, and multiple cuts of steaks. The Smith also has an impressive craft cocktail list, as well as extensive craft beer, wine and cider selections.

Sardi’s 234 W. 44th St. between 7th and 8th Ave. www.sardis.com A Broadway staple since 1927, Sardi’s is iconic on the Great White Way. Many know the restaurant for the celebrity caricatures lining the walls (there are more than a thousand on display). But its well-rounded menu is geared toward the theater crowd. The restaurant serves pre-theater, post-theater and prix fixe dinner offerings. The menu features a wide range of dishes, such as sautéed jumbo shrimp in garlic sauce and grilled filet mignon medallions served with horseradish whipped Idaho potato. A bonus for theater lovers: The legendy restaurant is also said to be the place where the idea of the Tony Award was devised.

Gyu-Kaku 321 W. 44th St. www.gyu-kaku.com/times-square Dine at Gyu-Kaku if you’re seeking an unforgettable meal. Gyu-Kaku, which means “Horn of the Bull” in Japanese, serves up Japanese yakiniku (grilled barbecue) dining experience where customers share premium cooked meats over a flaming charcoal grill. Each table comes with a personal grill and cooking up your own meats and veggies is a highlight. Best-sellers include the Harami skirt steak in miso marinade and certified Angus Kalbi short rib in tare sweet soy marinade.

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The Rise Of Sports Gambling BY JOSEPH WOLKIN

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he industry is booming. Millions of dollars are being spent on sports gambling, with several states legalizing the practice recently across America. The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 prevented states from authorizing sports betting, but New Jersey wanted to change that in order to revamp Atlantic City. So in 2012, then-Governor Chris Christie contradicted this national law and signed a New Jersey legislation that enables casinos and racetracks in New Jersey to participate in limited sports betting. Many professional leagues, at the time, were opposed to such a practice, but that changed by the end of the decade. Fast forward to June of 2018. Delaware became the only state besides Nevada to fully legalize sports betting, with New Jersey following suit a week later. As of the start of 2020, 19 states have legalized sports betting, either for online practices only or in casinos only. The majority of states are taking steps to do the same, all thanks to Christie’s determination when he found out how much money the Garden State was losing without it. Christie/Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association headed to the Supreme Court in 2018, arguing about the government’s control over individual states’ law-making abilities. The 10th Amendment protects states’ rights to make their own laws, but the 1992 act was protected under the Supremacy Clause, simply meaning that it is the law of the land. But the Supreme Court subsequently overturned the act, 6-3, saying it was unconstitutional. Now, the industry is booming. New Jersey earned approximately $4 billion in sports betting revenue in 2019. Leagues, too, have been increasing profit margins thanks to the creation of Internet-based sportsbooks such as FanDuel and DraftKings, the two leaders in sports betting. “The National Basketball Association argued that its costs for ensuring the fairness of its games

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would go up with the implementation of gambling and that the league should be compensated,” a Pew Research Center study, published by Elaine S. Povich in 2018, explained. Online sportsbooks are becoming more popular as states legalize the web-based practice. But some states have banned the mobile version of it. Players deposit money prior to betting, and they can do so for individual games, player-on-player matchups and more.

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A large draw to sports gambling is the fact that it gives fans a chance to have a more intimate tie to in the game they’re watching. In all, the industry totals about $150 billion in revenue, according to legalsportsbetting.com. Leagues, like the NBA, many of which were against sports betting for years ,are now in favor of it. The argument often heard from leagues is that it will lead to teams fixing games, or even worse, seeing officials/referees bet on them. A fix to that,

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MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said in 2017, is to allow in-game betting for specific events, rather than which team will win a battle. And that’s exactly what the creation of online sportsbooks has done. Now, the industry is exceeding all expectations. Lovers of fantasy sports are taking their passion and knowledge to the betting side of things. The transition has been simple for fantasy sports fanatics, who often pride themselves on having extensive knowledge of the leagues they participate in. But there is always the worry about those who develop a gambling issue, which is one of the arguments about sports betting, simply because it is so easy to participate in. For those who think they might have an issue or know someone who might have one, call the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700.

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