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business and economic forecast.

Health care update

Obama’s pros plan: &cons

not be primary care providers available to provide care. Furthermore, healthcare will With more than 46 million Americans become unaffordable for most.”

Because of the large scope of the Healthlacking health insurance, shrinking recare bill, it will be rolled out in stages. imbursement rates straining the bottom Beginning last year, tax credits were made lines of healthcare facilities, and a physiavailable to small businesses, young adults cian shortage that continues to grow, the were permitted to remain on their parents’ American healthcare system is in desperate policies until age 26 and coverage was need of reform. mandated for children with preexisting Nearly a year ago, President Barack conditions.

By 2015, the reform measures Obama signed the Health Care and Educawill broaden health insurance coverage to tion Reconciliation Act of 2010. This legis32 million people who previously did not lation aims to address a myriad of issues. have health plans.

“Presently our healthcare system is “[The bill] immediately increases access misaligned. Financing and healthcare to healthcare insurance for many poputreatment is out lation factions not of sync. Healthpresently adequately care financing for insure d and manthe most part is dates coverage levels episodic care (sick -Mark Dengler, president of Research and and attempts to close only care) and is Marketing Strategies gaps that, while benfee-for-service ineficial in concept, will undoubtedly have centivizing,” said Mark Dengler, president financial cost implications,” Dengler said. of Research & Marketing Strategies (RMS), For medical professionals, this means which includes RMS Healthcare. “The dramatic change.

As the newly insured gain system needs to be re-aligned to recogaccess to doctors in primary care specialnize coordinated, appropriate healthcare delivery that pays for quality results and ties, there will be more focus on regular preventive care. The hope is healthcare not episodic treatment.”

Dengler said that if reform was not done, costs will stabilize because more people are seeking attention right away rather the system would go bankrupt.

“Despite high patient demand, there will than delaying treatment and increasing the

By Erin Wisneski editor@baldwinsvillemessenger.com

also inside Ask the expert: Benefits of running one 5k race a month.

A first for syracuse: Empire Marathon planned.

Your health

Shape up for

spring Local venues abound for the exercise-minded

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would become ‘unaffordable.’

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armer weather is on its way but we still have to endure a couple more months of cold.

If you’re not a winter person and miss what summer has to offer in terms of exercise, take a look at some indoor summer-like opportunities that will shape your mind and body in time for spring.

Swimming Do you feel like a fish out of water?

The East Area, North Area and Northwest Area YMCAs offer programs and open swimming for those who like to make a splash in the pool. The catch?

Membership is required. To learn more about what your Y has to offer, visit ymcaofgreatersyracuse.org.

For $15 a day, Gold’s Gym allows members of the public to use its entire facility. A couple dips a day may be just what’s in order to break those winter blues. Gold’s is located in Liverpool and in DeWitt. For membership information, visit goldsgym.com.

Ever think of going back to high school? Check out your district to

find out if it offers an open swim to the public. For example, from September through June, Liverpool High School’s pool is open 7:30 to 9:15 p.m.

Thursdays and 5 to 8 p.m. Saturdays.

The public is welcome; children under 12 must have an adult age 18 or older supervising. The fee is $1 per person, $3 max per family. Contact Pool Director Brandon Genalo at 657-3715 for more information.

Tennis Once again, Gold’s Gym comes through to court you and your favorite sport. If you’re a beginner, now’s the time to consider taking lessons, which Gold’s provides in groups or in private for both adults and adolescents. If you’re an advanced player, book a court and game with your tennis partner. You can join a league, too. Rates apply for both members and nonmembers. Call 451-5050 for Liverpool, or 446-0376 for DeWitt.

Yoga Breathe easy, yoga brings balance Please see Shape up, page 3

Health buzz

Can coffee protect you from diabetes

By Ami Olson editor@theeaglecny.com Is your morning pick-me-up helping you keep diabetes at bay?

Recent research seems to support the idea, though coffee is considered a danger for those already suffering from the disease.

A new study by researchers at UCLA shows the molecular makeup in coffee helps reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by creating a chemical reaction that helps regulate increased testosterone and estrogen to blame for Type 2 diabetes.

Please see Coffee, page 3

New study reveals hidden benefits can be found in cup of joe

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Profile of Excellence

Toasting Excellence

By Jennifer Wing jwing@cnylink.com

Two different people? Nope!

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ere we are A year later, and tens of pounds lighter, I almost seem like a again - it’s the relative - there’s some similarity of features, but that’s it. kickoff to Excellence, our business supplement published twice a year. And what a year it’s been - we’ve seen a recession hit and finally begun to see more promising improvements in both the economy and job market.

In Central New York, we’ve been luckier than most - maybe its that we’re an “old dog” of a I’m probably my heaviest here, Hal- One year later, this past Halloween. region, where we just loween 2009. tend to buckle down and make the most of our situation. Or ally a lot easier than people think (see maybe its simply that we tend to help related story, below right.) Another one another - neighbor to neighbor major factor in being healthy was my - when needed. decision to take up running. And it is Either way, there is plenty of good a difficult decision to make. There are news to report about our communihardships, such as having to juggle ties, thank goodness. Our children your schedule to fit in a run. I hadn’t continue to thrive, grow and, in some thought of how much time is actually cases, excel in sports (witness Cazetaken up by running, and I don’t just novia hockey’s status as number one mean the actual activity itself. In my in the state, and Fayetteville-Manlius’ case, there is child care to think of, cross country team’s continued winand I am fortunate that, as a member ning streak.) of the East Area YMCA, I am able to Businesses thrive and expand, as take advantage of their child care prowitnessed here within these pages, gram. There is the time spent getting and a host of people and organizaready to run - the change of clothers, tions continue to show they care with stretching and other prep work that fundraisers, rallies and volunteerism. may seem silly, but is necessary. There As this is the Health issue of Excelare many factors that go into being lence, I figured I would give an update able to run, and I don’t let difficulties on my year, healthwise. keep me from my new passion.

Still running I consider my time working out As I reported previously in the to be “me” time, and recognize the 2010 Summer Excellence, I have been importance of taking it. I think many more health-concious and the results women such as myself get lost in the have been gratifying. Not only have shuffle of chores, games, homework I lost a significant amount of weight, and duties in the workplace, and feel but I now have more energy, get colds they can’t make time for themselves. less and, not surprisingly, find myself My message to you is: Do it! You enjoying life more and more each day. are your own best advocate, so no one One key to this transformation Please see Excellence, page 3 has been eating healthier. It’s actu-

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Physician is a team player Founder of Raphael Sports Medicine heads treatment of SU athletes

By Jennifer Wing jwing@cnylink.com Dr. Irving Raphael, head team physician for Syracuse University for nearly two decades, has made working with elite and recreational athletes his business.

“I cover all of the intercollegiate teams, treating about 600 athletes,” Dr. Raphael said. “With the SU football team, I travel and basically live with the players from August on.”

When it comes to the other university sports, such as basketball and lacrosse, he covers the home games and tournaments.

“At SU, I am fortunate that I work with the best staff,” he said, adding that their focus is “injury prevention and early intervention. I deal mostly with treatment and rehabilitation.”

Dr. Raphael established Raphael Dr. Irving Raphael Sports Medicine more than 20 years ago on the heels of his own colle- New York. He is an orthopaedic congiate career, during which he earned sultant to the NCAA, NBA, NFL, and the PGA. In addition, 12 varsity letters and he is team physician completed medical for Cazenovia Colschool at Yale and his lege and several local orthopedic residency high schools. at Upstate Medical He a l s o w o r k s Center in Syracuse.

Widewaters Office R a p h a e l S p o r t s 5823 Widewaters Pkwy, East Syracuse along with pediatricians in dealing with Medicine treats athMadison Irving Medical Center young athletes. letes of all ages and 475 Irving Ave, Suite 418, Syracuse “With many kids levels of competition Clay Medical Center from pre-school and 8100 Oswego Rd. Suite 105, Liverpool i nvolve d i n ye arround sports, I see a adolescence to high For more information on Raphael school, college, pro- Sports Medicine call 426-0190 or visit lot of over-use injuries – athletes wearfessional and adult raphaelsportsmedicine.com. ing down their bodrecreational athletes.

Injuries on all parts of the body are ies,” he said. “We stress downtime for treated, with the emphasis in ar- these kids, as well as cross training so throscopic surgery of knees, shoulders, they are using their bodies in different ways.” hips and ankles.

His mission in starting Raphael Dr. Raphael is also a senior partner Please see Raphael, page 3 in Orthopaedic Associates of Central

Raphael Sports Medicine has three locations:

Easy means to a more nutritious diet When the weather begins to warm up, many people start taking steps to trim their waistline and shed those extra pounds packed on throughout the winter. While this is common, it’s just as common for men and women to underestimate how much work they need to do to get healthy.

A 2010 survey from Harris Interactive/HealthDay of more than 2,400 men and women over the age of 18 helped shed light on just how far off many people are when assessing their own health. In the survey, nearly one-third of all respondents from the “overweight” class felt they were normal size, while 70 percent of those who would be considered “obese” felt they were merely overweight.

Misconceptions about an individual’s own health is likely a reason for the ongoing overweight and obesity epidemic in the United States. If men and women don’t believe there’s a problem, then they don’t feel there’s anything to address. However, the Centers for Disease Control Please see Diet, page 12

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Sports Medicine was to “see athletes in a timely fashion using both surgical expertise and medical technology to return athletes to a pre-injury level of competition.”

He operates out of three offices and his staff shares his passion for sports medicine and understands the importance of returning athletes to performing at their peak potential.

A clinical assistant professor of orthopaedics at Upstate Medical Center, Dr. Raphael is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Orthopaedic Society

for Sports Medicine, the International Arthroscopy Association, the Arthroscopy Association of North America and is board certified in orthopaedic surgery.

He also lectures frequently on issues related to sports medicine and student athletes. He primarily treats injuries to athletes, and specializes in arthroscopic and ligament reconstructive surgery of the shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle.

For more information on Raphael Sports Medicine call 426-0190 or visit raphaelsportsmedicine.com.

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else is going to say, “why don’t you adjust your schedule so you can work out/spend time with your friends/see a movie/____.”(you fill in the blank.)

A year later, I am happier and still in the shape of my life (look at the difference - see box on page 2!) I will never be out of shape like that again.

Dave Oja, director of the Festival of Races, listed benefits of running one five-kilometer race a month (see page 4). As a member and past president of the Syracuse Chargers Track Club, he certainly has done his research.

I did a little research myself, and came up with nine 5k runs, one a month, to take you through to November (see page 10).

I recently had an epiphany when it came to running. I had always run to get in shape. Recently, as I was scraping my hair back into a ponytail after a long day of work and listening to my

kids argue, I thought to myself, “Why am I doing this? I’ve lost the weight, I’m in shape now.”

Then it hit me: I’m running now not to get in shape, but because I’m in shape.

I feel great when I run - at peace with myself. It’s the only time of day where I just allow myself to get lost in the rhythm of my steps, the pace of my breathing, and just empty my mind of the everyday buzz.

For those of you thinking of taking up running, you should always consult your physician first.

Once you receive the ok, you need to start slow, but the important part is to start. I promise, it gets easier, and the benefits are endless.

Just take that first, sneaker-clad step, and see where the road takes you. Let’s make this a year of excellence.

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Study findings showed that women who drank at least four cups of coffee each day were less than half as likely to develop diabetes as non-coffee drinkers, according to the UCLA research team, which published their results in the January issue of the journal Diabetes.

Why? Because drinking coffee raised the levels of sex hormone– binding globulin in those tested, which regulates the sex hormones responsible for increasing the risk of developing diabetes.

“Consumption of decaffeinated coffee was not significantly associated with SHBG levels, nor diabetes risk,” said lead researcher and UCLA doctoral student in epidemiology Atsushi Goto. “So you probably have to go for the octane!”

If you’ve already been diagnosed For those who already have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, though, coffee poses a problem.

The caffeine in coffee can raise blood sugar, an obvious danger for diabetics.

A Duke University study found the amount of caffeine contained in four to six cups of coffee raised blood sugar around 8 percent in Type 2 diabetics.

However, the study administered caffeine pills to test subjects – not brewed coffee. Several other small studies like the Duke research point to the dangers of caffeine for diabetics, according to Dr. Rob Danoff, a Phildelphia-based physician.

Too much caffeine can also prevent healthy sleeping patterns, the effects of which are magnified for Type 2 diabetics.

While studies continue on the effects of caffeine, and coffee, on diabetes, most experts caution against indulging in the drink and suggest Type 2 diabetics stick to decaf or try tea. A small amount, (one or two cups a day), may still be safe – check with your doctor before changing your diet.

For more information about diabetes, visit the American Diabetes Association online at diabetes.org.

Shape up back into your life. Offered in virtually every community, you can experience its strengthening and relaxing attributes from the start. If you prefer a quiet, tranquil setting to practice this discipline, try Liverpool’s CNY Yoga Center or Syracusebased CNY Healing Arts Wellness Center and Spa. If you already belong to a fit-

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ness center, most hold their classes with dimmed lights and closed doors to reduce distractions in class.

Other facilities, such as the Community Center Group Fitness Studio, offer complimentary classes.

This new studio, located at the Fayetteville Towne Center, allows you to “try before you buy.” If you see

a class that interests you, such as yoga (which when weather permits, is held outside), but are not sure you’re going to like it, you can try the class for free the first time and then pay as you go.

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Dental office goes digital Run for Dr. Shapero’s office features digital x-rays, intraoral camera, interactive patient education software The Dental office of Dr. Suzanne Shapero, has made several changes over the last year in order to better serve the Central New York community.

According to Dr. Shapero, “In uncertain times like these, it is important to have state of the art equipment, frequently update your skills, and make yourself available to as large a group of residents as possible”.

As for new equipment, Dr. Shapero has installed digital x-ray equipment, an intraoral camera, computer screens in every room, and interactive patient education software.

“This update has been fantastic” said Dr. Shapero. “We can show patients actual pictures of the inside of their mouths, right there on the screen in front of them. The new digital x-ray system works off the same screen, so they can really see what is going on and ask questions.” She further explained that the amount of radiation is significantly reduced using a digital versus a film based system.

The education system contains animated still pictures and movies on a wide range dental procedures and topics. Patients can take a printed version

of any of these subjects home with them for further review.

Dr. Shapero and her staff regularly update their skills through continuing education classes accredited by the American Dental Association.

Notably, their emphasis has been on the most recent research linking periodontal disease to heart attacks, strokes, and reduction of the body’s ability to control blood sugar. “My staff and I are committed to showing patients how dental health is an important part of their total healthcare package,” said Dr. Shapero.

And here’s news you can’t ignore about oral cancer.

Did you know that every hour of every day, one American dies of oral cancer? Did you also know that 70 percent of oral cancers are detected in the late stages, and that 43 percent of these late stage diagnosed patients die within five years?

These statistics from t he Amer ican C ancer Society are alarming. If those were not enough, here are a few more from the same report: The death rate for oral c ancer in t he Unite d States is higher than the following types of can-

Dr. Suzanne Shapero and her staff look forward to meeting new patients. cers: Hodgekin’s Disease, cervical, brain, liver, kidney, ovarian and testicular. Over the past 40 years, overall death rates from all types of cancers has decreased, however, not so for oral cancers.

The incidence of oral cancer has increased by 5.5 percent and the death rate has increased by 1.1 percent.

The good news is that oral cancer is 90 percent

curable when found in the early stages.

Dr. Shapero has just become certified to perform the only FDA approved in office test for early stage oral cancer detection.

The test takes less than five minutes, doesn’t hurt, and can be done during a regular dental visit. This test costs $50 and is covPlease see Dr. Shapero, page 12

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n my judgment a 5K a month offers all types of runners a host of benefits: 1) Having a race on the near horizon is one of the most effective training motivations

By Dave Oja, Syracuse there is. It’s easy to skip Chargers Track Club and a day of training for a Feswtival of Races director race that’s six months away; it’s not as easy to “blow off ” a run when you have a race a couple weeks away.

2) Having a race to get ready for each month helps to provide consistency to ones running, which the real key to achieving the health benefits of running.

3) 5K is a manageable race distance, one that will neither intimidate runners by requiring more training than they can fit into the rest of their lives, nor threaten runners with the overtraining injuries that can come from higher numbers of miles.

4) 5Ks are plentiful, offering runners the opportunity to select from among a LOT of choices at that distance. This enables runners to find a suitable, nearby 5K on almost any weekend--and thus on whatever weekend is available and most convenient for you to dedicate a weekend morning to a race.

5) 5K races are magnificent “speedwork” for all runners--whether they’re ultimately focused on running faster at that distance or at some longer distance, right up to the marathon.

In 2000, Khalid Khannouchi and his coach selected the Men’s 5K at the Syracuse Festival of Races as his final race preparation for the Chicago Marathon, in which he was attempting to break the U.S. record.

The plan worked beautifully, as Khalid won Chicago two weeks later setting a U.S. record of 2:07:01.

6) On a rare hot race day in April, May, or September--and certainly in the months of June, July, Please see Benefits, page 5

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Empire State Marathon, Half Marathon held Oct. 16 The Empire State Marathon and Half Marathon’s inaugural debut is Oct. 16, 2011, in Syracuse and includes the New York State Health and Wellness Expo on Friday and Saturday Oct. 14 and 15. Current divisions available for registrations include: Fire/Police/Emergency, Open Male, Open Female and Open Mixed Relay.

The race is hosted

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To help preserve cognitive function after cardiac arrest and to reduce intracranial pressure following a stroke, Upstate University Hospital now offers therapeutic hypothermia. The cooling procedure reduces the patient’s body temperature to 91 degrees F, curbing brain inflammation — and the cascade of events that cause brain cells to die after cardiac arrest or stroke. “It’s a cool thing we’re doing here. We’re seeing good outcomes for the heart and for the brain,� says Julius Gene Latorre MD, MPH, assistant professor of neurology and director of the hospital’s Neuroscience Critical Care Service. “The brain’s response to an insult like cardiac arrest is inflammation, but sometimes inflammation does its job too well,� he explains. “Therapeutic hypothermia suppresses inflammation and lowers the patient’s metabolic needs.

It improves survival rates and reduces cognitive loss.�

Significant Improvement In general, about two out of 10 people survive cardiac arrest, often with cognitive impairment, Dr. Latorre reports. “With therapeutic hypothermia, between four and five patients survive and return to normal living.

It’s a significant improvement in how we

Upstate’s Catherine Stephens RN, BSN, CNRN and Julius Gene Latorre MD, MPH, are shown with University Hospital’s Arctic Sun therapeutic hypothermia system. Dr. Latorre first utilized cooling Please see Upstate University Hospital, page 2 therapy during his fellowships in vascular neurology and neurocritical care.

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and August--shorter races like 5Ks place runners at much less risk of heat illness (even when they’re racing all-out).

7) With 5Ks, one can get all the exercise, athletic, and social benefits of running a race, but one doesn’t have to spend the entire day doing it. There’ll be time and energy left to enjoy other activities with friends and family during the rest of race day.

8) Most 5K races have lower entry fees than longer road races tend to offer.

As you can see, there are some good reasons why 5K is far and away the most popular road race distance in the world (both in terms of the number of races conducted at each distance and the total number of people who run races of each distance).

Dave Oja is race director of Syracuse Festival of Races. For more information about the Festival of Racesl, visit festival of races.com.

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HOA research around the world Hematolog y Oncology Associates (HOA) offers our patients a wide variety of treatments.

These range from standard of care treatments, which have been proven effective, to a variety of clinical trials in which investigational medications are given with or compared to a standard of care to aid in the discovery of future cancer therapies.

Currently, we are accruing patients to over 80 different studies primarily through research administered by the National Cancer Institute.

For over 24 years, HOA has been the recipient of a grant called the Community Clinical Oncology Program (CCOP) that aims to provide cutting edge research opportunities to communities throughout the nation.

To compliment what is available through CCOP, we also participate in a

few studies with pharmaceutical companies.

Additionally, we have authored and initiated several studies ourselves.

Our participation and initiative in oncolog y research has garnered national attention and several awards for excellence. To our surprise, word of our outstanding research program has recently reached around the globe.

Yair Dotan is much like any of our other patients who participate in research. He comes in for doctor’s appointments, meets with his research team, and receives an experimental drug for prostate cancer.

However, unlike many of our patients, Dotan travels from Tel-Aviv, Israel, to our office in East Syracuse to participate in a trail sponsored by Cougar Biotechnology, Inc . c a l l e d C OU - A A302.

After trying conventional treatments in Isr a e l w it h out s u c c e s s , Dotan decided to actively help his doctors find another treatment for his progressive disease. It was through the website, clinicaltrials.gov, that he discovered the Cougar study, as well as facilities that were participating in this research.

Through the website, he was able to contact the director of the study who suggested several clinics where this research was being conducted.

Dotan’s first choice was to go to an oncology center at UCLA in Los Angeles, California.

He was also considering hematology/ oncology centers in Atlanta, Georgia, as well as Syracuse. Unfortunately, he discovered there would be a significant delay in meeting with doctors and res e archers at UCL A. This wait meant a delay

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After several emails and lengthy phone conversations across the ocean with Colleen Duchano, our research RN, Dotan chose our very own Hematology Oncology Associates of Central New York. This was an easy choice as Dotan was able to meet with Dr. Gullo and begin the process of study treatment within one week of his initial contact with HOA. Please see HOA, page 7

Hematology Oncology CANCER BEWARE “I had cancer.

Cancer never had me.”

Yesterday, I got out my fishing rod. I couldn’t help thinking of everyone at HOA. It was last spring when I found out. I was overwhelmed, distraught – and scared. I thought my fishing days were over. Then I went to HOA. My medical team all said, “We have the technology to fight this thing!” and showed me the CyberKnife. It sounded scary, but when I learned how it worked and how safe it was, I had hope for the first time.

Your attitude really inspired me, your staff always encouraged me and your plan of action worked. I may have had cancer, but cancer never had me. Today, my kids and I are heading up to the lake.

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Connections, friendships made at Springside Residents at Springside sometimes have the most interesting stories of how they decided to make this comfortable retirement community their home.

Through lifetime friendships or careers, connections are made that lead to Springside, which in turn can lead t o re t i re m e nt a m on g friends.

One career path that seems to have brought p e op l e t o Spr i n g s i d e is nursing. Among the residents are six nurses who have connections amongst themselves, or Oswego Health.

Three of these nurses, Mary Agnes Brown and Jim and June Abel, all grew up in the Jamestown area. A second connection between several of the nurses is that Mary Agnes and June, along with resident Mary Eloise Slife all graduated from the former nursing school at Woman’s Christian Association Hospital in Jamestown. Jim would seek out a nursing program that would accept men in the 1950s and he graduated Faxton Hospital in Utica.

Fast forward some 50 years and the childhood friends are once again enj oy ing e ach ot her’s company on a regular basis. The Abels, whose daughter, Holly now lives in Oswego, were the first of the childhood friends to move to Springside.

After visiting the Abels several times, Mary Agnes would decide to also

m a k e Sp r i n g s i d e h e r home.

Then just about two years ago, Mary Eloise and Dale Slife, came to Springside for a 50 th anniversary party held for the Abels. “We couldn’t get rid of them,” June said of the Slifes. Mary Eloise explained that she and her husband were just so impressed with Springside. “My husband and I were measuring rooms before we left,” Mar y Eloise said. The couple moved in about a year ago.

“I often think what were the odds that of us all being here,” said June.

“It’s a unique situation.”

Of course, there are Oswego He a lt h nurs e connections at Springside as well. Georgiana Powers, who graduated from Roosevelt Hospital in Manhattan, traveled around the country with several other nurse friends, before marrying and settling in Oswego in the early 1960s. Upon retirement, Georgiana along with her late husband, Harold, became volunte ers at Oswego Hospital. While he volunteered in the lab, she could often be found assisting with patient needs on the fourth floor or the for mer extende d care facility.

Today, the five nurses may all have interesting stories to tell about their careers, but they prefer not to provide medical advice as they are retired.

However, June and Jim did break this unofficial

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“We wanted to hear from them what we should expect to see in our residents,” said Teresa Ferlito, Springside’s Chief Operating Officer.

“These nurses are our unofficial sounding boards on occasion.”

According to June, among the benefits of living at Springside are having people close by, the sharing of the nightly meals in the attractive dining room, and the many offered activities.

It’s likely that these attributes will attract future residents. Mar y Eloise will soon have a former co-worker coming for a Springside visit. Who knows, it may lead to another friend living there.

For more information call (315) 343-5658 or visit the website at oswegohealth.org. Springside at Seneca Hill is an affiliate of Oswego Health.

Retired nurses, Jim and June Abel, residents at Springside at Seneca Hill Retirement Community, recently provided a seminar for staff at the facility. They shared their experiences regarding elderly care throughout their careers.

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Health care possible need for expensive procedures associated with delayed treatment.

This also means increased responsibility for the insured, namely knowing when and where to seek care. Currently, rather than seeking care from a primary care physician, many people simply go to the emergency room. This results in both increased and unnecessary costs.

The bill also dedicates more funds to Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSA), areas designated by the Helath Resources and Services Administration as having shortages of primary medical care, dental or mental health providers. These areas also have a high infant mortality rate, high poverty and high elderly population. By increasing

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I do not understand how these access requirements are going to be funded and not significantly increase the cost of health insurance premiums.”

funds, the hope is to entice medical professionals to serve there.

As far as the legislation’s impact on the industry, Dengler said there are both pros and cons.

“I respect and endorse -Mark Dengler, president of Research and Marketing the focus on primary care Strategies and growing the supply of primary care physicians. This level of care is critical to routine and urgent care other than using maintaining and managing quality of life,” hospital emergency rooms.”

Dengler’s concern and fear relate to the he said regarding the positive aspects of funding of the legislation. the legislation. “I also support the focus on “I do not understand how these community health center development/exaccess requirements are going to be pansion. We need to increase access and funded and not significantly increase provide healthcare delivery options for

Upstate University Hospital take care of patients after a commonly fatal condition.” In 2005, the American Heart Association recommended therapeutic hypothermia as one of its guidelines for post-resuscitation treatment.

Only at Upstate University Hospital Locally, therapeutic hypothermia is available only at University Hospital.

“In addition to the cooling technology, treatment requires a quick response and a well-orchestrated protocol for care. It’s critical that patients be properly evaluated and medicated, because their bodies automatically fight cooling. “To be effective, therapeutic hypothermia requires intensive care,” adds Dr. Latorre. “At University Hospital, we have all the infrastructure, includ-

the cost of health insurance premiums,” he said. “Health insurance rates are unaffordable for many today; any increases will only put more cost pressure on premiums and ultimately employers and covered employees.”

His solution: “I think our focus should be on getting the population to live healthy lifestyles and mitigate chronic healthcare conditions.”

RMS is located in Baldwinsville.

RMS Healthcare, a division of RMS, helps physicians, practices and hospitals integrate changes within the healthcare industry.

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ing neurologists and nurses capable of monitoring these patients.”

Window of Opportunity To be eligible for treatment, patients must meet certain criteria, including appropriate brain activity, notes Catherine Stephens RN, BSN, CNRN, manager of Neuroscience Critical Care. “Therapeutic hypothermia can generally be administered up to 6 to 8 hours after cardiac arrest, but it’s best if started as soon as possible.” Patients are not conscious during the therapy.

Long-Recognized The hypothermia concept is not new. “We’ve known for centuries that exposure to cold alleviates the effect of acute illness and trauma,” says Dr. Latorre. During the Napoleonic Wars,

wounded soldiers who remained hypothermic in snow while awaiting treatment survived longer than those near the fire. As recently as the 1950s, patients were plunged into ice baths or iceboxes during heart surgery to protect the brain. “In theory, it sounded good,” Dr. Latorre says. “In practice, it was difficult to monitor and maintain the desired temperature.” In the past decade, new technology and protocols have resolved these issues.

Innovative Technology The Arctic Sun system used at University Hospital mimics immersion in cold water, according to Stephens. “The body surface is cooled by pads that wrap around the torso and legs. “We enter the tempera-

ture into the machine, and, within an hour, the patient reaches target level with little fluctuation. A continuous temp probe ensures accuracy, and the treatment is typically administered to cardiac arrest patients for 24 hours.” At University Hospital, therapeutic hypothermia is also used in the Neurocritical Care Unit to relieve intracranial pressure in patients with ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, ruptured brain aneurysm and brain trauma. It can also be used to treat brain swelling resulting from encephalitis and meningitis.

In addition, patients with persistent high grade fever unresponsive to usual treatment may benefit from therapeutic temperature modulation.

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Seneca Federal: Navigating economic changes, same solid community foundation Katrina Russo, President – CEO of Seneca Federal Savings and Loan Association is very passionate about her community bank and its solid decision making. 2010 marked Seneca Federal Savings and Loan Association’s 83th year of providing financial services to communities within Central New York. “This milestone is rare in today’s financial industry and we’re proud of it. Given the competitive environment and state of today’s economy, within which Seneca Federal operates, the association is fortunate to have a dedicated staff of employees who continue to provide exceptional, personal customer service to our members. This dedication has proven to sustain us through many years,� Russo said.

Russo continued, “The national economy has been marked by high unemployment rates, a rising number of foreclosures, declining home prices and contractions in business and consumer credit. The unemployment rate locally was slightly below the national average, which was 9.4 percent in December 2010.�

She explained that in 2010, the association continued to have strong asset quality based on the association’s conservative underwriting standards and diligent monitoring of delinquent and nonperforming loans. “We have remained committed to our charter of fostering homeownership during 2010 by originating over $12.4 million in residential mortgage loans,� she said. “Our net interest income is above last years’ level and we have maintained liquidity while preparing our balance sheet for the risk of inflation, and expanding our residential mortgage loan business as well as to invest in what management believes will be a future higher rate environment.�

The association’s operating expenses are below last year’s level as a result of various factors including the completion

of the final phase of the succession plan, developed by the board over four years ago. “The succession plan was a slow, seamless process that was completed in mid 2010. We were able to navigate our own internal changes while also navigating all the various changes in the economy and banking regulations,� Russo said. “Many small banks face a merger at the time executive and senior officers retire,� she said. “The continued viability of Seneca Federal is not only a tribute to the board, but also to the retiring officers and employees who provided others with the knowledge and skill sets necessary for the association to carry on for many more decades under the thrift charter and to this end we are very thankful to be given this opportunity entrusted to us.�

Looking ahead to 2011, management remains committed to maintaining a steady course in carrying out the responsibilities entrusted to them by the board, as the merger between the Office of Thrift Supervision and the Office of The Comptroller of the Currency occurs in July of this year. “The extensive regulatory changes brought about by the creation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the passing of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act in 2010 marks yet another transformation in banking activities, which can stretch the resources of small community banks,� points out Russo.

Reform will be far reaching into such areas as Federal consumer protection law compliance, state law compliance, and Homeland Security Regulations. The regulatory burden is always disproportionately heavy for reputable lenders such as Seneca Federal as attempts are made by the federal government to police the dishonest few. Russo

At left, Seneca Federal Savings President-CEO Katrina M. Russo and Wendy K. Bodnar, EVP-CFO. is emphatic that the association will continue an ongoing commitment to educate and train its employees regarding new and changing compliance regulations to better assist both customers and noncustomers.

She believes that it’s reassuring for members to know our officers and employees have the capability and initiative to successfully implement programs required by the complex regulatory environment. This ability is just as necessary as financial performance in keeping community banks viable as dictated by the federal examination process.

Russo said, “The association remains continued commitment to the financial needs of our members regardless of economic conditions here or nationwide. Whether the need is for home ownership (regardless of income level), home refinancing, auto loans and other consumer loans, business needs, or our community and charitable financial support, Seneca Federal will be here.�

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Bars and berries: Health magic or myths?

By Caitlin Donnelly With the battle to maintain New Year’s resolutions in full swing, many people are looking for healthy foods to supplement their exercise routines while on the quest to loose weight. While there are numerous healthy foods to chose from, people are looking for results in a hurry, and are therefore reaching for “super foods” to do the job. The latest crazes: power bars and acai berries.

Power Bars Originally created as “fuel” for athletes, there are now dozens of different brands and varieties of power bars to chose from in this always-on-the-go society. From full meal replacement to glorified nutrition bars, the selection is endless. While many of these bars are packed with protein, fiber and necessary vitamins, not all power bars are good for your health.

Because those that chose power bars are looking for energ y

in a hurry, many bars rely on high calorie contents and sugars to deliver the results, which could have a negative effect on your health.

For your best bet on every day power bars, look for brands that contain: - 220-230 calories per serving - Less than 5 grams of fat per serving - 3-5 grams of fiber per serving - 10-15 grams of protein per serving - Fortified with a third of daily vitamins and minerals Popular brands include PoweBar, Clif Bar, Luna Bar and Balance Bar, to name a few. Research shows that individuals should limit their intake of these bars to only once per day, however, once or twice each week.

Acai berries Acai berries are small, purple-black fruits that come from the acai palm tree native to Central and South America.

Because the berries spoil quickly after being harvested,

acai pro duc ts in the United States are often sold as juices, pulp, powders and tablets.

Manufacturers boast a variety of health benefits from consuming acai products, such as reducing the risk of heart disease, cancer, weight gain and the effects of aging, though there has been little medical research done to prove these benefits.

In January 2009, the Better Business Bureau released a statement warning consumers to beware of online purchases of acai products related to weight-loss. Not only were many of these products not approve by the Food and Drug Administration, some “companies” were also scamming unsuspecting customers’ credit cards.

The acai berry is, however, a good source of Vitamin A and C, as well as fiber and antioxidants.

For acai products, power bars and other health foods, check out these local vendors: - Natur-Tyme, 5898 Bridge Street in East Syracuse - Earth’s Own Natural Market and Café, 8015 Oswego Road in Liverpool - Mother Earth Health Foods, 733 S Bay Road in Cicero - GNC, multiple locations Many of these products can also be found at your local grocery store.

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While there are numerous healthy foods to chose from, people are looking for results in a hurry, and are therefore reaching for “super foods” to do the job. The latest crazes: power bars and acai berries.

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Following are five-kilometer (or so) races that will take you up to November of 2011: Saturday Feb. 12 Cupid’s Chase 5K Run Onondaga Lake Park, Liverpool Distance: 5K Time: 10 a.m.

Race Notes: The Cupid’s Chase 5K Run supports Community Options, Inc. (COI) COI is a national nonprofit organization that develops housing and employment support for people with developmental disabilities.

Website: comop.org/cupidschase/syracuse.html Saturday March 5 Tipperary Hill Shamrock Run Burnett Park, Syracuse Distance: 4 Mile Time: 10-11 a.m.

Race Notes: Be part of the new Tipperary Hill Tradition! Ask one of the 1,200 just how much fun they had last year along our certified 4-mile course. You’ll again run past many of Tipp Hill’s favorite pubs and landmarks, including the world famous “green on top” traffic light. If the Goat is on your race calendar, our hills will provide the perfect training run. It truly is a fun and healthful way to kick off your St. Patricks Day celebration. Join us for an exhilarating run through historic Tipperary Hill!

Website: tipphillrun.com Saturday April 23 Fourth Annual OADCC Run for the Children, Oneida Distance: 5K; Time: 8:30 a.m.

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Race notes: Participate in the 16th Annual Komen Central New York Race for the Cure and show everyone whose life you are running for.

Website: komencny.org/komen-race-forthe-cure/race-information/ Saturday June 4 33rd Freihofer’s Run for Women, Albany Distance: 5K; Time: 10 a.m.

Race Notes: The Freihofer’s Run for Women 5km combines some of the top International and American women distance runners and over 3,500 women from the Capital Region and across the nation. From Olympians to recreational runner, it’s a wonderful blend of competition, participation and camaraderie.

Website: freihofersrun.com Sunday July 10 The 34th Utica Boilermaker Distance: 15K and 5K; Time: 8 a.m.

Race Notes: The biggest and best 15K Road Race in the U.S.A. This race is the pinnacle of the Utica road running season.

Website: boilermaker.com Friday Aug. 19 Turning Stone Races, Verona Distance: 5k; Time: 8 a.m.

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Secondary asbestos exposure and you By: John N. Lipsitz, Esq. There are three types of asbestos exposure that can be harmful to you or a loved one: exposure on the job, exposure through contact with people working with asbestos, and neighborhood exposure. More and more cases of secondary asbestos exposure have been popping up throughout the country, so much so, that doctors are beginning to recognize it as a serious medical concern.

Occupational or on-the-job exposure is the most common type of asbestos exposure, and it occurs when there has been direct contact with asbestos or asbestoscontaining materials.

However, the second type of exposure, non-occupational, occurs among individuals who are exposed to dangerous asbestos fibers as an indirect result of work with asbestos material.

Most often, household members such as women and children, are exposed to asbestos fibers and dust brought home on the clothing of a loved one. While the risk of exposure and disease is less than that posed by the worker, there is still significant cause for concern.

Lastly, and more indirect, is neighborhood asbestos exposure. It poses a risk for those who have homes or jobs near facilities that use asbestos and that manufacture asbestos or asbestos-containing products.

Refineries, steel mills, shipyards, power plants, rail yards and building demolition sites have been known to cause neighborhood exposure.

The three types of exposure mentioned above all pose health risks for you and your loved ones.

If one or more of the members of your family worked for a significant period of time at a facility where there has been direct contact with asbestos or asbestos-containing materials, you should notify your primary physician. During your medical history review, it is very important to mention where you have been employed and your previous occupation(s). This will better assist your doctor with regard to necessary medical tests and procedures to determine your condition.

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If you are still living in the same house, 20 or 30 years later, you may consider having tests done to determine whether the home itself, laundry facilities, or basement are still contaminated by harmful levels of asbestos.

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Endocrinologist notes benefits of IACNY

By Farah Jadran

“It’s very rewarding.�

From his first years in medical school to his residency, and now at the practice of Internist Associates of Central New York, Dr. David Di Cesar has enjoyed working in the field of endocrinology because of the endless learning possibilities.

Di Cesar, who completed his residency and endocrinology training at SUNY Upstate Medical University, said he has always found endocrinology interesting. “It is interesting how this [endocrinology] system communicates with the body through hormones,� he said. “It’s fascinating that a few hormones can make so many changes in the body.�

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Conditions like these are generally seen as a “specialty,� which means a patient’s primary care doctor will refer him or her to another doctor for further diagnosis.

At Internist Associates, the referral process has been lessened since having Di Cesar on board. Di Cesar came to Internist Associates in the summer of 2009. His patients with endocrine disorders have been improving thanks to the “smooth communication� he has experienced at Internist Associates. “If we discover they [patients] have a thyroid problem, they can walk across the hall and I’ll have all their medical history,� he said. “I can also speak to their primary care doctor.�

Di Cesar said this practice is “more convenient� for the patients and makes the “diagnosis process� more efficient. Patients can also avoid having to travel to many different medical offices, if they have the need to see several specialists. “Patients are always happy to see their doc-

tors in the same place,� Di Cesar said.

With a full-functioning lab, Electronic Medical Records (EMR) running since 2006 and a diabetes educator on staff, Di Cesar says that patients can benefit from the “one-stopshop� that Internist Associates offers. “We can see that we’re making a difference in people’s lives,� Di Cesar said. “I can also make sure that I spend enough time with each patient and that they have my undivided attention.�

While Di Cesar has seen advances in the field of endocrinology, the broad pathology has encouraged him to continue learning more about his specialty every day. “Watching the changes in endocrinology at Internist Associates has been rewarding,� he said.

Di Cesar said the improvements in the field and his continued interest make him feel that he is better at what he does. “It’s a benefit to the patients and it’s a benefit to the doctor,� he said. “That’s what you want when you go into medicine.�

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Though this is certainly problematic, it’s also not difficult for motivated men and women to fix the problem if they so desire. In addition to exercise, eating a more nutritious diet is one of the best ways to maintain a healthy weight. Oftentimes, a healthy diet does not involve making a drastic overhaul. Instead, many people find it’s easier than they expected. � Embrace bright fruits and vegetables.

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Website: turningstoneraces.com Saturday Sept. 24 They Can’t Stop Me 5k Walk/Run Erie Canal, Dewitt Distance: 5K; Time: 9 a.m.

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include replacing white bread with whole grain bread, trading refined pastas for whole wheat alternatives and passing on white rice in favor of brown rice. None of these adjustments are very difficult, but they can pay significant dividends. â—? Don't abandon snacks. Quitting snacks cold turkey will likely result in overeating. And snacks aren't the problem; it's what men and women choose to snack on that's the true culprit. When choosing snacks, select foods that make up for any lost nutrients. For instance, if you have not had enough protein, choose a healthy, proteinrich snack like mixed nuts or peanut butter to get your daily recommended protein.

Instead of choosing a low-calorie snack like pretzels, find a snack that's rich in nutrients that supplements your daily diet.

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Media. Fund raising is not mandatory but is strongly encouraged! Participants who raise over $100.00 will receive the �The Can’t Stop Me!� 5k walk/run baseball cap.

Website: theycantstopme.org Sunday Oct. 2 Syracuse Festival of Races 2011 Syracuse University Distance: 5k; Time: 9 a.m.

Race Notes: Join us for the fun, the fitness, and the good times! The SFoR offers runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and levels of experience a safe, first-class event in a lovely venue for low entry fees.

Whether you’re a first-time race participant or a world-class athlete, the Festival promises you one of the finest road running experiences anywhere.

Website: festivalofraces.com For more on upcoming races, visit cnyrunning.com From page 4

patients to wear tight fitting arch trays, similar to clear retainers, without the inconvenience of wires and brackets.

In order to be more available, the office is now open until 7 p.m. Tuesdays. They are also a par provider for Delta Dental PPO, Delta Dental Premier and DeCare. Local employers include Wegmans, Anheuser-Busch, AARP, Erie Insurance, Lockheed Martin Corp., M&T Bank, New York Power Authority, Clifton Springs Cavalier Transportation and others.

The practice of Dr. Suzanne Shapero is located at 1 Charlotte St. in the heart of Baldwinsville. Dr. Shapero and her staff look forward to meeting new patients.