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December Note I sincerely hope you all had a successful kickoff to the holiday season.

I have been having the best time decorating and trying out new recipes for the upcoming big family festivities. What a cold November we had. As the colder weather kicks in we all tend to stay in and lose some of our regular workout routines.

This December our family will be spending a lot of our time in Madison.

Christmas in the square, ice skating and ringing in the new year with our kids thanking us for letting them stay up til midnight. I hope you have a wonderful holiday planned as well.

Please check out our articles on “Managing Holiday Stress.” It seems when I talk to my friends about their holiday plans, they seem to be so stressed out about what gift to get who and juggling time between families.

My holiday is so simple. A tree, a meal (I love cooking, no stress there), and the infamous Elf on a Shelf is back this year playing all her little tricks.

Jazmine with a Z as my little Mallory named her has been leaving candy all over my house flying from one spot to the other and bringing a lot of joy to our household. So think of the happier things. Holidays are supposed to be about happiness not stress.

We have an excellent issue this month! We have our annual healthy gift guide as well as great articles to help you cope with all the holiday and winter stress. For our lovely senior readers, we once again have great articles on moving.

I hope everyone will enjoy the holiday season and don’t over indulge on too many sweets or other fine holiday goodies. See you in 2016!

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HOW TO PROTECT YOUR EYES THROUGHOUT YOUR LIFETIME

By Cheryl L. Dejewski and Carolyn Vescio A human embryo’s eyes begin to develop at week seven. By week 28, the eyelids are formed and partially open. At birth, a baby begins the process of taking in vast amounts of visual information. While much of what happens to a person’s eyes is dictated by genetics, there are many steps that can be taken to protect your vision as you age.

Childhood At birth, an infant’s eyes are checked as part of a comprehensive newborn exam.

They should also be evaluated by a pediatrician at age six months and 3-4 years to confirm proper development and alignment and to rule out strabismus (or “crossed eyes,” a condition where the eyes look in different directions) and amblyopia (or “lazy eye,” a condition in which vision develops properly in one eye but not the other). Any unusual findings should be promptly referred to an ophthalmologist or optometrist.

Finding and removing hazards from a toddler’s environment and providing proper supervision can also go a long way in protecting his or her vision. Keep sharp objects out of reach, lock up poisonous chemicals (like cleaning solutions), and make sure play areas are safe from hard sharp edges. If your child does sustain an eye injury, seek immediate medical attention.

Eye exams are recommended prior to starting school or later if there appears to be a vision concern affecting learning. The most common eye problem found at this time is myopia (“nearsightedness”)—the inability to see letters or objects at a distance, like on a blackboard.

As a child become more active in sports and activities, injury prevention becomes increasingly important. Buy toys that are age appropriate and avoid those that fly or shoot. And, be certain to enforce (and model) the use of proper eye protection, such as safety glasses, swim goggles, sunglasses and hats.

In Your 20s People in their 20s need to be mindful of many of the common sense things they were told to do as children, such as using proper sun protection. “Ultraviolet (UV) rays can burn your cornea, which is the clear outer layer of your eye,” notes Mark Freedman, MD, senior partner at Eye Care Specialists, one of the state’s leading ophthalmology practices. “UV rays can also lead to the development of cataracts (a clouding of the natural lens inside the eye), and age-related macular degeneration or AMD, (an eye condition in which the specialized area of the retina responsible for sharp central vision and color discrimination is damaged). Make sure to wear lenses that are rated to block out 99%-100% of UVA and UVB light. A dark lens does not automatically mean you are getting proper UV protection.”

Safety glasses should be used when doing potentially vision-damaging activities (lawn-mowing, sawing, etc.) and participating in sports. If you wear contact lenses, remember that proper handling, cleaning, storing and wearing habits are essential. Do not sleep with your contact lenses in. If you develop an eye infection (signs include redness, burning or excessive tearing), remove your contact lenses and discontinue use until you see your eye doctor.

“One of the most important things you can do for your eyes, as well as your overall health, is to not smoke. Smoking has been proven to increase the risk and severity of AMD (the leading cause of central vision blindness in older Americans) by up to 3-4 times. Smoking has also been linked to cataract development and dry eye disease,” adds Freedman, who is also a continuing education instructor for local physicians.

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KEEP YOUR SKIN BRIGHT AND GLOWING THIS WINTER

By Sarah Stephan, Esthetician, Avani Spa at The Abbey Resort Living in the Midwest it is no secret that we have extremes of weather between seasons and even from one day to the next. As the air becomes dry and cool, moisture on the skin evaporates more quickly and the bitter winds can damage skin. For these reasons, most people need to treat their skin differently during the harsh winter months so start with these five practical tips to keep yourskin healthy, glowing and bright throughout the long winter season!

1) Stay ahead of the damage Once the heat goes on, the air dries out and it becomes even more important to stick to a regular skincare routine to prevent the damaging effects of the winter air, both indoors and outside.

Lighter moisturizers used during the humid summer months no longer provide enough moisture to combat the dryness, so a more hydrating product is recommended for most people. Exfoliation is also important, as it removes dead skin cells that prevent moisturizing products from being absorbed into the skin. Consider a mild exfoliant like an enzyme peel during the winter especially if your skin is sensitive to the cold. Keep your showers to ten minutes or less, use warm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not hot â&#x20AC;&#x201C; water, and apply body lotion on damp skin immediately after the shower to prevent product waste and help absorption. Other preventative measures include using a mild laundry detergent, layering winter materials like wool with cotton, and making an effort not tolick your lips which causes them to dry and chap. By staying ahead of the damag-

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2) Put your Zzzs to work Keep an intensively hydrating body cream beside your bed so you can easily apply it to your hands and feet before going to sleep. Products with shea butter â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a fat extracted from the nut of the African Shea Tree â&#x20AC;&#x201C; are great for nighttime as they stay on the skin and work their magic all night long. It is also helpful to keep a humidifier in the bedroom once the heat is turned on to help night creams be absorbed into the skin rather than drying up.

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It is important not to forget about the sun even on the most bitterly cold days.

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5) Treat yourself There is no better time of the year to give your skin some TLC than during the winter. At Avani Spa, we offer several treatments that are especially beneficial during the dry and cold winter months. The Silk Bath and Wrap Treatment is a wonderful choice for this time of the year because it is intensively hydrating, re-mineralizing, and it helps boost a lowered immune system. If your face is especially sensitive, the Custom Facial can be adapted with a variety of treatments such as the Cocoon Mask which calms irritated skin, the Velvety Soothing Cream which relieves redness, and the Thirst Relief Rehydrating Mask which provides concentrated hydration. At your facial appointment, your esthetician will examine your skin and recommend a treatment customized precisely to your skinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winter needs.

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MAYBE 2016 IS YOUR YEAR TO LOSE WEIGHT, QUIT SMOKING, OR BE READY FOR THAT 5K RACE BY SPRING.

It’s that time of year again. Gyms are packed, diet commercials dominate television, and many people are fired up and ready to make a change. It’s no secret that New Year’s resolutions are often health-focused. Maybe 2016 is your year to lose weight, quit smoking, or be ready for that 5K race by spring.

You might start off with a bang in January… - and then a little “saboteur” comes knocking. Saboteur is different for everyone but often looks a lot like one of these: The “I-don’t-have-time” saboteur. The combination of work, family, and social commitments makes this one of the most popular saboteurs. People are busy – period. But, ultimately, you make time for what you value most, and your health should be at the top of this list.

The “all-or-nothing” saboteur. Having an all-or-nothing mentality can actually do more harm than good. Don’t get down on yourself for skipping a workout or eating a brownie. Instead, look back at your choices and decide what you can do differently next time around. Perfection is not possible or necessary.

The “poor-pitiful-me” saboteur. Do you have a friend or spouse that can eat whatever he or she wants and not gain an ounce? Do you eat salmon and salads all week and still gain five pounds when you simply look at a piece of cheesecake?

If you’ve ever had a thought like this, you may have listened to your inner “poorpitiful-me” saboteur. A little self-pity from time to time is only human. However, frequent feelings of self-pity and resentment can and will sabotage even the best resolve. It’s time to move from thoughts of “missing out” to thoughts of freedom – freedom from the foods and behaviors that ultimately only make us unhappier in the end.

The “I’ll-do-it-tomorrow” saboteur. New Year’s resolutions and procrastination don’t mix. If something is truly important to you, why wouldn’t you want to get started right away?

With New Year’s resolutions and life in general, slip-ups will happen and saboteurs may try to stand in the way of your goals. Just remember, a saboteur can only derail your efforts permanently if you allow it to.

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By Kalpana (Rose) M. Kumar, M.D. It is confusing to know what to do in the face of so much violence in the world. Many of my patients have felt hopeless and helpless by the events in Paris and Beirut. They have felt sad and traumatized by these events and have asked me what they can do to mitigate violence and ease the pain in the world.

I have thought about this issue for years. I am a second generation survivor of a holocaust. It is one that not many know or talk about.

My grandparents were casualties of the India-Pakistan partition. They were killed barbarically in a train on its way from Pakistan to India. My mother was also in that train. She escaped with her life, but also with deep soul scars that will never be erased. Violence leaves imprints in the psyche that transcend generations. They add to the collective suffering in the world. Trauma memories are transmitted down the generations through DNA. They cause PTSD, anxiety, and depression generations down the line from the victims of trauma. I have experienced these symptoms since I was a child.

Science has now shown that the second generation of Holocaust survivors indeed carry trauma â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;memoriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;(1) in their DNA. Children and grandchildren of survivors carry similar anxiety as I have experienced â&#x20AC;&#x201C; unexplained yet real. Traditional Medicineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diagnostic methods do not accommodate a history dating back to grandparents, but how can their experiences not affect the future generations? The field of epigenetics shows that genetic tags containing traumatic experiences are passed down through the DNA. They escape the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;cleaning processâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; (2) by the body prior to fertilization. A child born with these tags carries symptoms of trauma as well as the burden of emotional and psychological work to heal it so they can end the generational cycle of fear and anxiety.

I am always with the question of how to mitigate violence on Earth. What I have discovered is that the answer lies in what we fill our personal world with. As one who has experienced violence in many forms, I have spent a significant amount of time in process, seeking ways to recover from trauma. Among many methods of healing, I have discovered that practicing loving kindness towards myself and others is a powerful method for healing. Living consciously from a context that is larger than the trauma itself has also been a powerful method. Practicing loving-kindness authentically requires becoming aware of self-deprecating and shaming scripts in our psyche. This is the first step towards healing trauma.

We commit acts of violence against ourselves every day through the messages we give ourselves. When we neglect self-care, put ourselves last, or when we shame and criticize ourselves, our inner persecutor is at work. This archetype perpetuates violence towards us within our psyche. This affects our biology and our neurochemistry.

It also reduces our potential for happiness and joy every time we obey its directive.

It has plenty of traction, so it takes time to change these messages. Often this takes guidance in therapy.

We all add to the collective energy on earth. When we act kindly, we add to the larger collective of kindness. When we shame ourselves and others and lash out in anger or judgement, we add to the collective pain body. We all have a shadow side.

Anger, judgement, shame and violence are characteristics of it. Unless we become aware of what lies within our shadow, it is difficult to transform it to love authenti-

cally. Merely being kind without transforming our shadow creates dissonance. Our positive and negative traits become polarized. This creates tension in our psyche.

We do not feel whole. We react when we are triggered and our shadow spills out onto ourselves and others. When we develop awareness about the parts of our shadow that are harmful, we can observe them with loving-kindness and not react. This helps us become less violent and more tolerant. This becomes a form of spiritual practice.

Whenever I feel anxious, I hold my anxiety from a larger space of loving kindness. I know this practice has the power to change my DNA from the trauma I inherited. The field of epigenetics would agree with me. I encourage you to try this.

When you are triggered, become aware of your emotions as they surface and whip around inside you activating anger, fear, judgement and violent thoughts. Hold your shadow with loving-kindness and see what happens. I guarantee you that your reactions will dissipate and you will reach a state of peace faster than you were able to before. Over time, the anger and violence towards self will lessen and the experience of love and joy will grow deeper.

If we can all practice this, imagine the collective container that we can create on Earth. I imagine it filled with kindness. I imagine us adding to this container every day. I know it can eventually provide balance for the one heavy with violence, anger and suffering.

Loving kindness is hard to practice in the face of so much suffering in the world.

But it is the only solution we have within us in every moment. It continues to heal me and many others who carry trauma in their bodies.

During this holiday season, this may be the most valuable gift we can give ourselves and others.

Footnotes: (1) Study of Holocaust survivors finds trauma passed on to childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s genes http://www.theguardian.com/science/2015/aug/21/study-of-holocaust-survivorsfinds-trauma-passed-on-to-childrens-genes (2) A Unique Gene Regulatory Network Resets the Human Germline Epigenome for Development. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26046444 ŠDecember, 2015 Kalpana (Rose) M. Kumar M.D., CEO and Medical Director, The Ommani Center for Integrative Medicine, Pewaukee, WI. www.ommanicenter. com Author of 2nd Edition - Becoming Real: Reclaiming Your Health in Midlife 2014, Medial Press.

HEALTHY<< page 7 burn, abnormal appetite regulation , increased high blood pressure and increased risk of developing high blood pressure, accelerated loss of visual short-term memories, and reduced testosterone production in young healthy males by 15%.2 Do you eat 9 servings of vegetables and whole Fruits per day? This is important because, with each 1-serving increase intake of fruits or vegetables research has shown an additional 4% lower risk for coronary heart disease. 3 Is you resting heart rate <=65? This is important because for every 10 bpm that your resting heart rate is more than 65 your risk of cardiovascular disease and premature death increases by 10 -20%.4 Is you fasting blood sugar less than 84? This is important because for every 1 point that you fasting morning blood sugar is above 84 your risk of developing diabetes within 10 years, increases by 6%.5 Not only is it important to feel good now, but it is extremely important to evaluate and monitor the internal signs that are early indicators of chronic disease. This can be accomplished with a thorough functional medicine evaluation.

The functional medicine, approach begins with a complete medical history that identifies when and how problems began and possible predisposing factors, both genetic and environmental. It continues with identifying current issues, environmental, nutritional, and potential toxins that either activate or perpetuate the problem. These are all evaluated in conjunction with important lifestyle issues, including nutritional status, quality and amount of exercise, sleep habits, life stresses, and support systems. This is followed by targeted laboratory testing to evaluate, hormones, energy production, the state of the immune system, the level of oxidative stress, neurotransmitters, digestion, nutrient deficiencies, and the ability to metabolize or detox normal byproducts or toxins. All of this forms the basis for individually tailored treatment plans that integrate medicines, nutritional supplements, vitamins, minerals, lifestyle modifications, botanicals, and other alternative treatments with the goal to prevent or slow the development of chronic diseases and to maintain health, the state of complete physical, mental and social well-being.

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One marathon runner posted her personal record after an MRTh® treatment running her marathon in just over 3 hours and 30 minutes taking 15 minutes off of her best time

Muscle Release Therapy® was developed in recent years and utilizes more up to date knowledge about the human body than more traditional forms of massage. The treatment is done while you are dressed in comfortable loose fitting clothing such as sweat pants or yoga pants. It has been a fantastic tool for athletes from professional dancers to marathon runners to keep their bodies moving correctly and remain pain free. One marathon runner posted her personal record after an MRTh® treatment running her marathon in just over 3 hours and 30 minutes taking 15 minutes off of her best time. Many leading artists in the Milwaukee ballet currently get MRTh® to keep themselves limber and able to work pain free.

It’s not just for athletes but for anybody of any age that has any pain chronic of acute and is looking for a gentle form of massage that will not just relieve the pain but also improve your posture and balance. Simply put, it’s for everyone.

The MRTh® practitioner addresses the body as a whole to give it the corrections it needs. MRTh® seeks to rebalance the body allowing for pain free movement and in some cases curing chronic pain that is caused by muscle aches. Where deep tissue massage forces muscles to relax or release, MRTh® asks nicely until the muscle agrees and relaxes. Unlike a deep tissue massage, which can be painful, MRTh is very gentle.

A treatment is usually an hour long and you lay on a massage table just like traditional massage, except that you are still clothed and laying on top of the sheet. The practitioner starts by checking ®your breathing. Most people don’t breathe properly but in order for your body to align you must be free to breathe properly. Just correcting the breathing alone is great for asthmatics or anyone that has ever had a severe coughing fit. Once the breathing is in order the practitioner moves on to the core muscles.

The core is very important for balance in the body. Having a properly functioning core helps your posture and balance greatly.

The ® practitioner uses gentle positioning of your legs and hips to cause those important core muscles to release and relax. Once your core is relaxed then the body will tell the practitioner where to go to next. Your body is smarter than you think and by seeking out tightened muscles will let the practitioner know where to go next.

Sometimes it says it has a problem in the legs due to a slip or a fall and so that is where the releases are done next. Or maybe it’s from painting a room all day and so the upper body needs the release first. This treatment is done literally from head to toes. Loosening muscles and freeing up movement in all your joints. It can allow for bones to fall in to a better position in your joint which will greatly increase range of motion. Also muscles sometimes get in a tug of war with each other. One muscles becomes tight and pulls so the antagonist, or opposite muscle has to start pulling too to keep control over the limb. If your quads are tight in the front of your legs, then most likely your hamstrings are just as tight since they are trying to keep your knee joint balanced. MRTh will calm down both muscles and stop them from fighting each other. You feel more light and energetic after since your muscles are no longer using all your energy just to keep control of your joint.

Now, want to know the technical aspect? What is really happening is very similar to a full body myofacial release. Facia is a 3 dimensional web that runs through an entire body from head to toe. It runs through every muscle fiber and prevents muscles from tearing away from the bone. Think of putting a balloon inside a stocking.

It you twist the stocking enough the balloon will eventually pop. The muscles get trapped the same way. By unwinding the facia it takes the pressure off the muscles and joints.

After a treatment expect to feel taller, balanced, and your limbs may feel lighter.

Rob Reader has been a full-time massage therapist since 2005. He has worked on headline performers at Summerfest and professional wrestlers, and is the official massage therapist of the Milwaukee Ballet since 2006. He currently works in Mequon at Active Body Wellness LLC, 909 W Mequon rd. For more information, call 414.721.6942 or visit activebodywellness.massagetherapy.com.

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EYE<<page 4 discomfort. “Computer monitors don’t actually damage vision, but they might cause eye strain,” says Daniel Ferguson, MD, an eye care specialist who sees patients from all walks of life at several locations in the Milwaukee area. “Rearranging your work-station, frequently staring away from the screen, blinking more often, and/or getting proper glasses can often relieve these symptoms. Selecting a high-resolution, anti-glare computer screen and adjusting the text size, contrast, and brightness settings can also improve readability and visual comfort.”

By the time most people reach age 30, their prescriptions are stable, making them better candidates for laser vision correction to reshape the cornea to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses.

For women, hormonal fluctuations can affect vision. While this is usually temporary and nothing to worry about, you should discuss any changes with your eye care specialist. Pregnancy may cause dry eyes, puffy eyelids, and migraine headaches that are linked to light sensitivity.

In Your 40s As you approach your mid-forties, you may develop “presbyopia”—an age-related decreased ability to focus on near objects that is typically corrected with the use of reading glasses or bifocal lenses.

If you haven’t already, it is a good idea to have a baseline dilated eye exam performed now and every 1-2 years thereafter to examine the overall health of your eyes and check for any developing problems such as glaucoma (a sight-threatening condition typically related to abnormally high fluid pressure inside the eye) and the previously mentioned AMD. “A visit to the eye doctor is essential if you have diabetes to check for signs of diabetic retinopathy, a complication of high blood sugar levels that damages the blood vessels in the retina and can cause blurring of vision and permanent loss of sight. Keeping blood sugar under control and scheduling regular dilated eye exams with an eye care specialist are two of the best means of protection. When treatment is necessary, we have had amazing results with medication injections that can stabilize vision and, in some cases, even improve sight,” states Brett Rhode, MD, Head of Ophthalmology at Aurora Sinai Medical Center and a partner at Eye Care Specialists private practice.

In Your 50s and beyond In addition to glaucoma, diabetic eye disease and AMD, as you age, it is important to be monitored for signs of cataract development. “A cataract is a gradual, painless clouding of the eye’s natural lens located behind the pupil,” explains Daniel Paskowitz, MD a skilled ophthalmologist with credentials from both Harvard and Johns Hopkins. “As the clouding advances, it can blur and glare vision to the point of interfering with day-to-day functioning. This clouding may take years or just months to progress.” Six out of 10 people over age 60, and almost everyone over age 80 has or has had a cataract. The only effective treatment is to make an opening in the eye, surgically remove the cloudy lens (cataract), and replace it with an intraocular lens implant to once again focus light rays onto the retina.

Aging can also lead to decreased tear production and dry eye disease. Menopause, birth control pills, and hormone replacement therapy can also affect the moisture and comfort of your eyes. Your eye care specialist evaluate which treatment method is best for you (over-the-counter artificial tears, punctual plugs, or a prescription eye drop called Restasis).

Be Good To Yourself—At Every Age “Sight-robbing conditions like AMD, cataracts, diabetes and glaucoma often develop gradually and painlessly, and good vision in one eye can often mask problems in the other. A comprehensive eye exam is the only way to accurately detect these disorders,” says eye care specialist Michael Raciti, MD. He recommends the following steps to protect vision: • Schedule regular dilated eye exams (every 2 years after age 50).

• If you notice a problem with your vision (especially straight lines appearing wavy or blind or dark spots) don't ignore it.

• Wear sunglasses and hats with brims. UV-light exposure has been linked to AMD and cataracts.

• Have a blood sugar test every 3 years after age 45. Diabetes increases the risk of eye conditions, including cataracts and glaucoma.

• Don’t smoke. It increases the risk of AMD (3-4 times) and other eye diseases.

• Eat a diet high in healthy nutrients (vitamins, minerals and antioxidants) and low in fat and sugar. Ask your eye care specialist if and what supplements may be beneficial.

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STAY�SMART THE PREPPY WAY TO STAY The Graduate is a boutique hotel located by campus right off of State Street, set along side Lake Mendota on historic Langdon Street, and around the way from Memorial Union Terrace. The hotel is nestled between the bustling shops and stops on State Street and majestic Capitol Square – the perfect spot for a campus visit, company meet up or place to pop by for a fresh pressed juice, signature brew or inspired rooftop view.

As you walk into the hotel you are definately reminded of the 50’s college flavor with plaid fabrics, retro furniture and decor. Upbeat and modern, the lobby is a great place to hang and grab a quick snack. You will notice the techies on the main table adding to the charm of such a cool space.

Checking in was easy breezy. The key card has old characters from different college movies and figures that adds even more charm to an already delightful place.

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The rooms are ready for a night like you’ve never had before, where little moments of surprise and discovery will meet you down every corridor and around each corner.

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THE BLIND Stunning panoramic views of Lake Mendota and the Capitol building paired with a tasteful and tasty menu of small plates and cocktails.

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CHILDRENS HEALTH

Kids deserve the best.

That includes your primary care pediatrician.

Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin has 19 primary care locations throughout Southeast Wisconsin, including Oak Creek Pediatrics.

Our doctors are trained as pediatricians so they are experts in treating kids from birth through adolescence. And because our pediatricians are connected to the #4 pediatric hospital in the nation (according to Parents magazine), you’ll always know your child is in the very best hands.

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CHILDREN’S DIETS and Return to School

Understanding the Positives and Negatives of the Foods our Children Eat Parents can ask nowadays how should I feed my child or children as they return to school. Is it helpful to feed them vitamins or health foods? Is soda alright? What if they seem to want only junk food? Does eating have any effect on their ability to concentrate at school?

All of these are legitimate questions.

To answer such questions we first have to look at childrens’ diets as a whole.

Diet can be either positive or negative.

Nutrition is the study of what we need to take in for all the body processes to work. These nutrients are protein and calories, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. To utilize carbohydrate, we need the B vitamins including thiamine, riboflavin and niacin. To utilize protein we need the vitamin B-6 or pyridoxal phosphate. Fortunately, nature packages foods with the nutrients needed for their utilization (or metabolism). For

example, whole wheat which contains carbohydrates also contains the B vitamins which are needed to utilize the carbohydrate. Protein containing foods, such as meat, contain the B vitamin B-6 which is needed to utilize the protein.

Diet also includes negative things.

These include cancer causing chemicals and any other poisons or other active chemicals which find their way into food.

Caffeine would be such an example.

Caffeine is not a nutrient but it is a very active part of food if it is present. These kinds of chemicals are not really part of nutrition but the negative parts of diet are very important in understanding how to feed children to help them do their best in school.

When Vitamin Supplements are Needed to Balance a Child’s Diet (it’s less than you think!)

Children who are eating whole foods such as whole wheat, whole grains, vegetables and fruits, do not need

vitamin pills. The nutrients needed to utilize these foods are contained in these foods. The problem is that children often eat foods which have been separated into parts so that the nutrients are no longer all present.

When wheat is milled into flour, the wheat germ is separated from the starchy part of the wheat, which then becomes white flour. The white starchy part has very few nutrients.

The vitamins and minerals are all in the wheat germ. Whole wheat contains both. In the earlier 1900’s, many people became ill with vitamin deficiency diseases. The government then said that certain nutrients had to be added to the white flour so that these deficiencies would not occur. Some vitamins and iron are added in “enriching” the white flour.

Even if children eat foods mostly based on white flour, they will still receive some vitamins. Vitamin and

mineral supplements can make up for some of the rest of what is not added back in the “enrichment” process.

But there are still problems. The fiber or bran of the wheat is also removed.

Fiber draws water into the gut as we digest food.

The extra fluid makes us feel fuller and less likely to overeat. Fiber in food helps us regulate our caloric intake.

People eat less calories when fiber is present in food.

Also when nutrients are missing from a food, we tend to eat more because we are looking for the missing nutrients.

We keep on hoping that the nutrient will be in the next bite. If all the nutrients are present, then we will be satisfied sooner and eat less.

Part of the reason people overeat junk food and soda is that nutrients are not there, so the child overeats looking for the nutrients to be present in the next bite. -Dr. Bruce Semon

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HYPOTHERMIA: A COLD WEATHER HAZARD Older adults are especially vulnerable to a drop below normal body temperature, called hypothermia, which can be deadly if not treated quickly. The National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes of Health, has some advice to help older people avoid hypothermia.

Hypothermia occurs when a person’s body temperature drops below normal and stays low for a prolonged period of time. With advancing age, the body’s ability to endure long periods of exposure to cold is reduced.

Older people also are at risk for hypothermia because their bodies’ responses to cold can be diminished by certain illnesses, such as diabetes, and by some medicines, including over-the-counter cold remedies. In addition, older adults may be less active and generate less body heat. As a result, hypothermia may develop even after exposure to relatively mild cold weather or a small drop in temperature.

A good way to identify someone with hypothermia is to look for confusion or sleepiness, slowed or slurred speech, shivering or stiffness in the arms and legs, weak pulse, poor control over body movements or slow reactions. If a thermometer is available, temperature should be measured. If it’s 96 degrees or lower, call 911 for emergency help.

Some tips for older people: Wear several layers of loose clothing when it is cold. The layers will trap warm air between them. Tight clothing can keep blood from flowing freely and lead to loss of body heat.

Wear a hat, scarf, gloves or mittens, in addition to other warm clothes, when outside in cold weather. A significant amount of body heat can be lost through your head, and hands and feet are the first body parts to get cold.

To keep warm at home, wear long underwear under your clothes, along with socks and slippers. Use a blanket or afghan to keep legs and shoulders warm and wear a hat or cap indoors.

Make sure your home is warm enough. Set the thermostat to at least 68 to 70 degrees. Even mildly cool homes with temperatures from 60 to 65 degrees can trigger hypothermia in older people.

Check with the doctor to see if any medications (prescription or over the counter) you are taking may increase risk for hypothermia.

Because heating costs are high, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has funding to help eligible low-income families meet home energy needs. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists qualified families with heating, cooling, and insulating homes to make them more energy efficient and reduce energy costs. Individuals interested in applying for energy assistance should contact their local or state LIHEAP agency. Contact the National Energy Assistance Referral Program (1-866-674-6327) or the Eldercare Locator (1-800-677-1116).

More information is available at: www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap or www.acf. hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap/brochure/brochure.html.

The NIA has free information about hypothermia. To order the fact sheet, Hypothermia: A Cold Weather Hazard, or the brochure, Stay Safe in Cold Weather!, call toll free 1-800-222-2225. La hipotermia: un peligro del clima frío is also available or go online at www.nia.nih.gov.

The NIA leads the federal government effort conducting and supporting research on aging and the health and well-being of older people. The Institute’s broad scientific program seeks to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. For more information on research, aging, and health, go to www.nia. nih.gov.

The NIH—the nation’s medical research agency—includes 27 institutes and centers and is a component of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. It is the primary federal agency for conducting and supporting basic, clinical and translational medical research, and it investigates the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit www.nih.gov.

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The Twelve Sites Of Social Security

By Bob Trotter Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI Familiar carols are a part of the season. This song is so popular that holiday revelers clamored for it again. It’s “The Twelve Sites of Social Security,” inspired by the popular traditional holiday song, “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” — a holiday favorite since 1780.

For the first site of Social Security, we give to you: our home page, www.socialsecurity.gov. It’s the place to go for all things Social Security. Everything you could want — from online services and benefit screening tools to publications and frequently asked questions — you can find easily on this site.

For the second site of Social Security, we give to you: answers to all of your Social Security related questions at our Frequently Asked Questions page at www.socialsecurity.gov/faq.

For the third site of Social Security, we give to you: an easy way to learn how to replace your Social Security card at www.socialsecurity.gov/ssnumber.

For the fourth site of Social Security, we give to you: an online application for retirement benefits that you can complete and submit in as little as 15 minutes at www. socialsecurity.gov/applytoretire.

For the fifth site of Social Security, we give to you: five estimates of your future Social Security benefits! Or as many estimates as you would like using different scenarios. Get instant, personalized estimates of your future benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator.

For the sixth site of Social Security, we give to you: a convenient way to apply for disability benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/applyfordisability.

For the seventh site of Social Security, we give to you: an online application for Medicare that you can complete in as little as 10 minutes, at www.socialsecurity. gov/medicareonly.

For the eighth site of Social Security, we give to you: Extra Help with Medicare prescription drug plan costs. You can learn more and apply online at www.socialsecurity.gov/prescriptionhelp.

For the ninth site of Social Security, we give to you: our convenient publication library with online booklets and pamphlets on numerous subjects, at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs.

For the tenth site of Social Security, we give to you: services for people who are currently receiving benefits, such as the ability to replace your Medicare card, get or change a password, request a proof of income letter, or check your Social Security information or benefits. You can do these and other things at www.socialsecurity. gov/pgm/getservices-change.htm.

For the eleventh site of Social Security, we give to you: a way to get your Social Security forms online, at www.socialsecurity.gov/forms.

On the twelfth site of Social Security (and we saved the best for last): open your own personal my Social Security account, which will enable you to verify your earnings, get future benefit estimates, obtain benefit verification letters, update your Social Security information, and more at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.

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The general enrollment period for Medicare Part B runs from January 1 through March 31 each year. Before you make a decision about general enrollment, we want to share some important information.

What is Medicare?

Medicare is health insurance for people receiving Social Security who are age 65 or older or those who have received Social Security disability benefits for more than two years. Some people are covered only by one of the four parts of Medicare; others opt to pay extra for more coverage. Understanding Medicare can save you money; here are the facts.

The four parts of Medicare are parts A, B, C, and D. • Part A (Hospital Insurance) helps cover inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing care, hospice care, and home health care. Most people get Medicare Part A premium-free since it was earned by working and paying Social Security taxes.

• Part B (Medical Insurance) helps cover services from doctors and other outpatient health care providers, outpatient care, home health care, durable medical equipment, and some preventive services. Most people pay a premium for Part B. • Part C (Medicare Advantage) allows you to choose to receive all of your health care services through a provider organization.

These plans include all benefits and services covered under Part A and Part B, usually includes Medicare prescription drug coverage as part of the plan, and may include extra benefits and services for an extra cost. You must have Part A and Part B to enroll in Part C. Monthly premiums vary depending on your state, private insurer, and whether you select a health maintenance organization or a preferred provider organization.

• Part D (Medicare prescription drug coverage) helps cover the cost of prescription drugs. Many people pay a premium for Part D. However, people with low income and resources may qualify for extra help from Social Security to pay the premium and deductible. To see if you qualify for extra help visit www.ssa.gov/prescriptionhelp.

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FIGHTING FLU THE NATURAL WAY Nutritional Supplements May Help Keep Those Sniffling, Sneezing Symptoms At Bay Cold and flu season has arrived, which means the potential could be high for lots of sniffling co-workers and children who need to stay home from school.

Vaccinations help many people stave off the flu, but a number of Americans also try an alternative approach, using nutritional supplements in their efforts to stay healthy.

“Certain herbs, mushroom extracts and other natural compounds contain powerful antiviral properties,” says Naum Burman, the founder and researcher for BioLab Rx (www.biolabrx.com), a dietary supplement company.

“Combine them together and you can get a natural boost to your immune system.”

Such over-the-counter products as BioLab Rx’s Immune Super Plus do that by increasing the body’s natural defense cells, which are crucial to the body’s defense against bacterial and viral infection.

“The body’s own immune system is probably our best defense,” Burman says.

“But illness, stress, medical therapies, diet and lack of sleep can all compromise our immune system. That’s why it can help to give the immune system a boost.”

He notes that it’s always important to check the ingredients, instructions and warnings for any over-the-counter supplement. Immune Super Plus, for example, is only for adults 18 and older and shouldn’t be taken by pregnant or nursing women.

The flu season routinely takes a toll on Americans. According to the Centers for Disease Control: • The timing of flu is unpredictable and can vary in different parts of the country and from season to season. Most seasonal flu activity typically occurs between October and May. Flu activity most commonly peaks in the United States between December and February.

• It’s estimated that each year an average of 5 percent to 20 percent of the U.S. population gets the flu and more than 200,000 people are hospitalized from seasonal flu-related complications.

• Estimating the number of flu-related deaths can be difficult because death certificates don’t always specify flu as the cause. But there’s little doubt that flu seasons can be severe. The CDC, for example, reported that over a period of 30 years, between 1976 and 2006, estimates of flu-associated deaths in the United States ranged from a low of about 3,000 to a high of about 49,000 people. Some people, such as older people, young children, pregnant women, and people with certain health conditions, are at high risk for serious flu complications.

In addition to vaccines, the CDC suggests several preventive measures, such as washing your hands frequently, keeping a distance from those who are ill and staying home yourself if possible when you are sick.

Burman says that supplements also provide an extra measure of prevention, and plenty of people apparently agree. The Nutrition Business Journal has reported that Americans spend well over $1 billion a year on supplements to help boost immunity and ward off cold and flu.

Burman, originally from Europe, essentially was born into his interest in maintaining health through nature. He grew up in a family where herbs and natural cures were common and knowledge of herbs and their use was the norm.

As an adult, Burman continued his research, traveling through Asian, European and Middle Eastern countries so he could gather herbal knowledge from cultures around the world.

Armed with that knowledge, he founded BioLab Rx, which also produces natural products for hair loss, joint pain, migraine headaches and other conditions or ailments.

“I thought this would be a good way to combine the wisdom of the ages with today’s newest technology,” he says.

About Naum Burman Naum Burman is founder of and researcher for BioLab Rx (www.biolabrx.com), a dietary supplement company. Burman, originally from Europe, grew up in a family where herbs and natural cures were usual and knowledge of herbs and their use was the norm. He also spent years traveling through Asian, European and Middle Eastern countries, gathering herbal knowledge.

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By Eddy Magnus, Director of Volunteer Relations, Interfaith Older Adult Programs, Inc. Another New Year is approaching and the tradition of making New Year’s Resolutions is upon us. This is the moment when we all get a fresh start to accomplish our goals. Are these items on your list each year: take better care of my health, lose weight, spend more quality time with family and friends, and better my career? This year add volunteering! Simply adding volunteering to your busy schedule will help you cross off many things on your Resolution list.

Studies show that volunteering has a positive impact in our lives. Waiting to conquer your busy schedule before you add volunteering prevents you from receiving benefits such as improving your health, uplifting your mood, giving you more family time, and even helping you find a job. Impossible, you say? Read on.

Several studies have shown that volunteering can improve your health. In the simplest way, it gets you up and moving and brings you into contact with other people. Both of these help to lower blood pressure. Helping others can also increase your level of serotonin, which in turn improves your mood and gives you a better outlook on life.

Volunteering as a family or with a friend will give you much needed quality time together. It also sets a great example to your younger family members and provides another dimension to the dinner table conversations. The lesson of giving while volunteering is invaluable as well.

Volunteering can help with finding employment. It provides a direct source for networking, while connecting you with people in the industry you have interest in.

Your volunteer position sharpens your talents and teaches you new skills, while revealing them to others. The volunteer agency can provide a letter of reference and provide a track record of work that will keep your resume current. Also, employers take note of people that are willing to give back and be a part of the solution in their own community.

Your personal resolution will also help an agency reach its goals as well. There is an abundance of volunteer opportunities available in your community. While many may appear as though you are merely moving boxes of food or entering data in a computer; these tasks combined with others help to make a real difference for those in need. Being a part of the solution is a wonderful goal to achieve.

Interfaith Older Adult Programs has many different areas to volunteer in and locations across Milwaukee County. Data entry, nutrition, transportation, phone calling, home chores, snow shoveling, assisting with paperwork, serving on a board, lending expertise to a committee, or simply becoming a friend to an older person are all areas that volunteers can participate in.

So now what? To get started either call Interfaith Older Adult Programs at 414291-7500 or visit their web site at www.interfaithmilw.org. It is the phone call that will get several of your resolutions accomplished and make 2010 the start of a great decade. Call today!

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Keys to 3 FINDING YOUR BALANCE In today’s world of information overload, its hard to figure out exactly what’s best for your health. Low Carb? No Carb? Low Fat? High Fat? More Protein? Less Protein? And how about all of those exaggerated marketing promises of fantastic results in no time at all, with little or no work? The only results you’re likely to get from them are fantastic disappointment. It’s enough to drive you crazy!

The truth is, there isn’t one particular food type that is the culprit responsible for our society’s weight problem. And solving the problem involves a lot more than following a “fad” diet, or popping a “miracle” pill. In fact, the problem really has nothing to do with the food at all--its US. Too many of us simply do not take responsibility for our own health and well being.

Sure, that doesn’t sound very “sexy”, and its not going to sell millions of dollars worth of diet gimmicks, but it’s the cold, hard truth. Being healthy takes hard work and commitment, but that doesn’t mean it has to be difficult, boring or something to dread. The first step to a happier, healthier you is changing your attitude about food.

So much of today’s media and advertising labels foods as “good” or “bad”, or tells us to eat “this” and not “that.” The real answer to the problem can be summed up in one word: BALANCE. Your diet should be inclusive not restrictive. After all, can we really expect to be motivated or excited about our diet when we are told what we should or shouldn’t eat, because its too “this” or too “that”?

Here are a few tips to help you achieve more balance, health, satisfaction and peace of mind with your dietary habits.

1) Instead of focusing on the negatives--low-carbs, low fat, etc.--focus on the real benefit of these products, like high-fiber and carbohydrates--our body’s main source of energy for all the working organs, muscles and most importantly the brain.

Choose products for HIGH FIBER not low-carb.

2) Fat is definitely needed for the body to function properly. It aids in immunity, maintaining healthy skin, and helps in keeping arteries strong. The kind of fat you take in the most in your day determines how it will help your body. A low-fat diet or moderate-fat diet with predominantly saturated fat as your main source will not have the benefits listed above. The majority of these low-fat, low-carb packaged products contain predominantly saturated fats. You may be eating low-fat, low-carb, but you may not be eating for health.

3) High Protein. Enough already!!! We, as a population, get too much protein to begin with. Gram for gram, protein and carbohydrate have the same amount of calories. Eating more of one and less of the other is not going to make or break your weight loss goals. It also doesn’t mean that you are eating for health. Depending on the protein sources, you may still be eating more saturated fat. Also, by eating more protein and not enough carbohydrate, the body has to actually convert protein into glycogen for the body to use. This puts a great deal of stress on the kidneys and liver, which can be very detrimental in the long run. In addition to that, more carbohydrate and less protein, or less carbohydrate and more protein in a day can still lead to weight gain.

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ADVENT IN DECEMBER Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS A donkey, not the most attractive of animals and one we rarely think of. We think of his distant cousin, the horse – majestic and noble and fast running. The Nativity scene needs the donkey. I don’t even think they walk that fast but they travel well. The symmetry of Advent is ready for the Holy Family. The cow on one side and the other, the donkey. The cow is the beginning of our lives – mother’s milk and her nourishment , enough to last a lifetime.

The donkey, with its loud, noisy cry; a cry we often make in life’s later years. “Oh, this or that is all wrong.” “The soup is salty,” as we return to the same restaurant.

“That priest is still here? What do we have to do…and what about my lukewarm soup?”

When the big things of life happen to us, it’s the little things that slow us down and wear us out making donkey sounds. There is always something wrong even when nothing is wrong.

A donkey. The least of our thoughts throughout the year until Advent rolls around and this weird hybrid carries our Mother and with her, her Son. Two people inside of one and led by the silent, soon-to-be husband. It is the “weird beast” that carries the Son of God – not a golden stead, not Silver, Trigger, Buttermilk, Scout, Flicka or Piebald (look them up!) with glory and pomp riding to our rescue. Our faith-carrier is a donkey. The donkey takes the Holy Family to the place of salvation’s birth and rescues them to Egypt. Could Trigger have done that?

“Whinny,” is a gentle, high-pitched neigh. Can we pray this Advent that our “whinnies” be gentle and thought about before spoken? If the cow is the beginning of our lives, then the donkey is the end. Cold soup, salty soup or my favorite one is, “I’ll-find-something-wrong-with-this-soup-if-it-kills-me.”

The symmetry of cow and donkey is complete as we continue our Advent adventure. The cow began and the donkey ends this marvelous and wonderful journey of life.

We are a community of people gathered here who will be together until our individual lives ends.

The soup is cold or lukewarm or salty or too thick or not thick enough – life has apparently failed us in so many ways until this silly, little-thought-of donkey leads the Holy Family to be where they need to be; where we need to be.

Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS is director of communications, Alexian Village of Milwaukee DECEMBER 2015 MHL 33

STOP! DON’T BUY THAT NEW SET OF HEARING AIDS JUST YET! The Bottom line on Hearing Aids.

Did I get your attention? Good. Take 5 minutes out of your day and read this article so I can help you purchase hearing aids properly. If you are over the age of 60, you are probably getting several pieces of direct mail that advertise the latest and greatest in hearing aid technology. You probably also noticed that there are plenty of advertisements in your local newspaper for hearing aids. Let me tell you why.

I have been an Audiologist for 23 years and have offices in Milwaukee and Madison, WI. I hear comments from my patients on a weekly basis about how they are being overwhelmed by hearing aid advertising.

Who dispenses hearing aids?

Hearing aids are sold/dispensed by two groups of professionals, Audiologists and

Hearing Aid Dispensers. There is a significant difference in the training of these 2 groups of professionals.

Audiologists are the most highly trained professionals to diagnose and treat hearing loss. Audiologists are required to have at least a Master’s degree in Audiology, and many have Doctoral level credentials. This means they have extensive graduate level college training on ear anatomy and physiology, diagnostics, and hearing aids.

The second group of people who dispense hearing aids are called Hearing aid dealers/dispensers. They must pass a state exam to earn their license to dispense hearing aids. There is no formal training, college courses, or degree required to be a hearing aid dealer. You will often pay the same price for your hearing aids whether you see and Audiologist or a Hearing Aid Dispenser.

One would be wise to find the most qualified person to obtain hearing aids from.

Especially if you are being charged the same price!

Who makes hearing aids?

Hearing Aids are manufactured by 6 major world-wide manufacturers and several subsidiaries. There are plenty of brand names and models but, in general, most hearing aids that are sold are manufactured by one of these 6 companies. These 6 companies are Widex, Resound, Oticon, Siemens, Starkey, and Phonak. However, you won’t buy hearing aids directly from these companies. Hearing aids are dispensed by local audiologists, hearing aid dispensers, and large hearing aid franchises.

When you have made the decision to investigate purchasing new hearing aids, many folks take advantage of advertised offers. My intent in writing this article is to educate the public on what to look for and how to save you significant time and money.

There are many tricks and gimmicks that I have seen in my years as an Audiologist. Please ask yourself who you think is paying for the expensive advertising you are seeing. Is this company in the paper every day? Do they send you direct mail on a weekly basis? You can bet you will be paying a premium price for their hearing aids.

Remember, only 6 companies make the overwhelming majority of hearing aids.

The top level hearing aids from each company are all high quality products that can be fit successfully on most patients. There is not one hearing aid company that stands out and has “the best” hearing aids in my opinion. However, there are hearing aid companies that do have technology that is “the best” for certain hearing losses. This is where the skill of an independent audiologist who works with several of the top hearing aid manufacturers is most advantageous. Some companies have hearing aid features that other companies do not offer. It is in your best interest to find an Audiologist who has experience with several hearing aid companies so they can select

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I oftentimes look at advertising for hearing aids. The truth is that the national franchise that is selling the “latest and greatest” is selling the same level of hearing aid technology others are, just under a different name……and at a far higher price.

I’m disappointed when I hear some of the folks come in and tell me what they paid for technology that I routinely sell for $1,000.00 less. My advice is for you to get an estimate of what it would cost for the hearing aids that are recommended for you, and then compare that cost with others. Get the hearing aid manufacturer name and model number. Forget about the $1000.00 coupons, 50% discounts, buy one get one free offers, phony research studies, and fake evaluation periods for “new technology”. You need the final cost and the level of technology that is being recommended to make an accurate comparison.

Many audiologists concentrate on diagnostic skills, hearing aid dispensing and patient care. Unfortunately, they do not spend as much time as large hearing aid franchises and hearing aid dealers that market heavily and aggressively. Let me ask you this question…Are you really going to spend thousands of dollars on a set of hearing aids when you can get the same technology, fit by an audiologist, for a lot less money than what you would have to spend at a large franchise?

Here is a set of questions you can ask when purchasing new hearing aids?

1) What level of technology is being recommended for you? Why is this level being recommended? Who manufactures the hearing aid? What model is it?

2) How many channels do the hearing aids have? Channels allow for greater programming and fine tuning ability. The more channels you have, the greater the technology and ability to adjust to your needs. For example, a 16 channel hearing aid is generally more technologically advanced than a 6 channel hearing aid BUT, the prices can be the same. You would want the 16 channel hearing aid, not the 6 channel. Again, a quality hearing aid manufacturer is essential.

3) How long is the warranty, does it include loss and damage, and how much are office visits?

4) Who pays for batteries? Are the hearing aids rechargeable? What accessories are available?

5) How long is the trial period? If I return my hearing aids during the trial period, how much will it cost me? Some establishments do not offer any refunds, or charge large return fees. If you don’t like your $6000.00 set of new hearing aids, you can get stuck with them.

Feel free to contact me and ask these questions. I’d be happy to evaluate your hearing and provide a free consultation to give you my opinion of your hearing loss.

Dr. Douglas Kloss is an audiologist with over 23 years of experience. He has locations in the Milwaukee and Madison area.

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Acupuncture is the proven, 3,000 year old medicine from China. Acupuncture and TCM have been in the United States for the last 30 years. In this article I will refer to Oriental Medicine as TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and this article will mostly deal with acupuncture.

Acupuncture uses very fine needles, thinner than a human hair and they are not painful. The needles are used to activate various body energy channels called meridians. These meridians are the pathways to a healthy body and mind. If the pathways are disrupted, then there are problems with the body and/or mind.

Acupuncture works by activating the body’s regulation system. If the meridians are out of balance then you can have pain, sickness or lack of stamina. Using acupuncture to rebalance the body helps to eliminate the pain, relieve the sickness and give you more energy. This is accomplished by using specific points of the body that will help to rebalance the body. This rebalancing sometimes occurs immediately, and at other times may take many months.

Senior citizens have collected a lifetime of experience with medical problems.

The dynamic nature of life is never still and the body collects the life experiences and seems to give them back to you when you age. Pills do not seem to be the answer and not all surgeries are needed and /or successful. Into this picture we introduce acupuncture.

In TCM it is the symptoms that are treated, not a named illness or a particular problem. The acupuncturist treats the symptoms. If they can relieve the symptoms, healing occurs. This is the backbone of the success of acupuncture. It treats symptoms very effectively.

Pain is a big problem with seniors. Some seniors have suffered years of pain without relief. Many seniors are so used to their pain that they don’t think there is anything that can be done to help them. When we treat seniors for pain, the most often heard comment is “why did I not try this years ago?” In many cases once relief is achieved the pain never returns. All of this is accomplished without the use of dangerous pain medications that have many warnings of bad side effects.

As we age, we get a little stiffer. Our lack of exercise and good stretching habits during our lifetime tend to slow us down in old age. Acupuncture, by virtue of its ability to increase the circulation in the meridians, helps to restore mobility in many seniors. There are many instances of seniors no longer needing to only rely on walkers or canes in order to get around. This is a great improvement for many people and they can function much better.

Another advantage of acupuncture is its ability to nourish the body, and by doing that, help heal patients. These nourishing treatments increase circulation in the meridians and supply energy and healing power to areas of the body that may not have been getting enough nourishment. Once the body is better nourished, you feel better and can accomplish more.

One of the major nourishment principles is to increase the Qi, which is the TCM theory of energy. This Qi strengthens the blood and nourishes our head. Thus, it helps hearing, eyesight, balance and memory. All of these are concerns of seniors and acupuncture can help.

Anxiety and depression are serious problems with seniors. There is a great deal of help offered by acupuncture for these conditions. As the body is balanced and nourished, emotional problems are smoothed out. Sleep is better and more restful and the day’s concerns and worries are not as prominent. Treatments with acupuncture are a helpful addition to emotional stability.

Another problem with aging is neurological problems. Numb hands and feet are a common complaint and here again acupuncture has proven effective in lessening the effects of these problems. Walking is easier and a sense of touch is returned to many seniors.

By receiving acupuncture a person allows their system to be put back in balance. A body in balance is a healthy body and many aging problems are reduced or eliminated. Give acupuncture a try; it may just be the best thing you have done for yourself.

Dr. Willliam F. Hughes, Jr. PhD, Dipl. Ac, Acupuncture Clinic of Wauwatosa, Inc., 11711 W. North Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI 53226, 414-607-0900.

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WHAT TO MAKE WITH YOUR CHANUKAH LATKES

By Marlene Heller During my sophomore year in college, my two roommates and I were excited to be out of the dorms and living on our own in a little cottage â&#x20AC;&#x153;down the shoreâ&#x20AC;? in New Jersey. We quickly found, though, that we each did things the way OUR mothers did them. We preferred the brands our own mothers used, used the cleaning and cooking techniques our own mothers taught us, and generally had become clones of our mothers, each thinking we knew best. We found we had to compromise and learn a bit about each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ways in order to live together comfortably.

One thing we did was to take turns with recipes, and give each other a chance to cook a favorite of our momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipes. For Chanukah that year, I called home to get my motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipe for baked chicken to go with the potato pancakes, or latkes, that are traditionally served during Chanukah. But, when I called, my mom was in the bathtub. My mom loves her baths.

So, my dad told her I was on the phone and that I needed this recipe. She called out the ingredients and directions to him through the door and he relayed them to me on the phone. Ta da! Recipe complete. And, we had everything we needed in the kitchen. The dinner prep began.

While the chicken, which smelled heavenly, was cooking in the oven, we grated the potatoes and fried up the latkes. An hour later, we lit the Chanukah candles, and the three of us sat down to dinner.

My roomies, Lynn and Carol, loved the chicken, and we enjoyed our dinner, but I was puzzled. It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t exactly the same, but I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t figure out why. The answer came as we were about to wash the dishes.

The phone rang. It was my mom. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Did you make the chicken?â&#x20AC;? she asked. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We did! Thanks for the recipe, Mom! Sorry we interrupted your bath!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;How did it taste?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was pretty good. Not exactly the same, but it was pretty good.â&#x20AC;?

She laughed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;No, it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t exactly the same. I left out the main ingredient!â&#x20AC;?

So hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the real recipe for my momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s molasses chicken. And believe me, this is delicious when served with potato latkes for Chanukah!

Molasses Chicken Combine together: 1/2 cup dry sherry 1 tbs soy sauce 1 cup chicken stock, or a dissolved bouillon cube 1/2 cup brown sugar 1tsp garlic powder 2 tbs bead molasses (regular molasses may be substituted if you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find bead molasses) Place a cut up chicken in a bowl or zipper style bag. Add sauce mixture and marinate for at least an hour.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Using a nonstick baking pan, or one lined with parchment or a silpat mat, place chicken on pan, discarding leftover marinade.

Bake for one hour, or until a meat thermometer registers 165 degrees at the thickest part of the thigh. Serve with potato latkes and applesauce!

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Things have changed

Family members have found that assisted living is an excellent choice...

AND IT TOOK US BY SURPRISE! AS FAMILIES SPEND MORE TIME TOGETHER OVER THE HOLIDAYS AND IT MAY BECOME APPARENT THAT LIFE MAY NOT BE AS IT ONCE WAS.

Parents keep families together, share traditions, support our dreams, and are generally the foundation for the family. We thrive in our world of all is well… until life begins to change.

As families spend more time together over the holidays and it may become apparent that life may not be as it once was. You may notice that Mom’s famous salad tastes different or Dad’s repeating himself more than usual. Family members may begin to notice changes in behavior and memory. Or you may be in a situation where one parent is the primary care giver and you can see the strain of the situation is becoming too much.

Should you find yourself observing those kinds of changes over the holidays don’t ignore the signs and hope they disappear, they may indicate that it is time to explore options for your loved ones. Family members have found that assisted living is an excellent choice for those who want to remain independent and enjoy a vibrant lifestyle yet need additional help with daily activities. Assisted living is the senior living option that combines housing, support services, and health care, as needed.

Seniors who choose assisted living enjoy an independent lifestyle while receiving assistance customized to meet their needs and enrich their lives while living in an environment that promotes well-being. The services and care give families peace of mind knowing loved ones are safe, comfortable and engaged. The pressure is off the family members because staff is available to meet their loved ones needs so family can be family again.

Assisted Living residents soon find that the daily chores that have depleted their energy are no longer a concern. They can enjoy three healthy and delicious meals a day plus snacks, as well as social and wellness activities designed to support a well-rounded lifestyle. If you are looking for a senior living option that combines independence and personal care support in a residential setting - you are looking for assisted living.

If you find more care is needed you can explore Memory Care options. Tudor Oaks Memory Care in Windsor Gardens is designed for loved ones experiencing memory loss and associated concerns. Residents reside in a comfortable, safe and supportive setting that offers all-encompassing programs designed to meet their unique needs.

Each resident has a private apartment with private bathroom and shower. Caring and compassionate staff are available 24/7 to care for expected or unexpected needs. The memory care program provides a wide range of group and individualized activities that give residents a foundation of structure and purpose.

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Get Your Retirement Soaring

By Bob Trotter Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI Wright Brothers Day, observed on December 17, marks the day in 1903 that two adventurous brothers in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina took to the air for the first time.

It was a modern miracle at the time and a catalyst for the age of intercontinental travel. Over a hundred years later, it’s commonplace for people to fly across the country. Most of us don’t consider all the preparation and patience it took to achieve this modern feat of flight.

Luckily, planning your financial future isn’t as daunting as pioneering modern aviation. Social Security has secure and easy-to-use online resources that can ensure your retirement soars above the clouds. The sooner your start planning for retirement, the better prepared you’ll be. Just like building a reliable airplane, you’ll need finely tuned parts that will work together for you to take flight.

Think of your retirement strategy as a flight plan that propels you higher. We have many resources at www.socialsecurity.gov/planners/retire that help you find the age at which you may first become entitled to unreduced retirement benefits, estimate your life expectancy, and calculate your estimated benefits. These tools explain how much money you will need and for how long — something you can adjust through personal savings, pensions, and other benefits.

You can also get personalized benefit estimates using the Retirement Estimator at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator. The Estimator shows different scenarios, like how future wage changes or alternate retirement dates will affect your future benefits. Benefit amounts may differ from the estimates provided because: • Your earnings may increase or decrease in the future.

• After you start receiving benefits, they may be adjusted for cost-of-living increases.

• Your estimated benefits are based on current law. The law governing benefit amounts may change because, by 2034, the payroll taxes collected under current law will be enough to pay only about 79 cents for each dollar of scheduled benefits.

• Your benefit amount may be affected by military service, railroad employment or pensions earned through work on which you did not pay Social Security tax.

As you can see, your flight plan to retirement may change over your lifetime.

It’s important you understand that no matter where life takes you, the long journey to retirement is one of your most important trips. With every right decision, you’re making your retirement flight plan a success that will carry you through the heights of your golden years.

It’s never too early to start planning. Whether you are nearly ready to retire or if you’re just getting off the ground in your career, I recommend you create your own my Social Security account so you can also learn about all the future benefits available to you. Visit www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount to create your account.

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HOSTING A GREAT DINNER PARTY Having a strong support network can help reduce stress, improve confidence and even encourage you to make healthier lifestyle choices.

Everyone needs to socialize. Spending time with friends isn’t just a good way to keep in touch: Studies show that making and maintaining friendships can have significant positive effects on your mental and physical health. Having a strong support network can help reduce stress, improve confidence and even encourage you to make healthier lifestyle choices. One study even found that regularly socializing was as effective for reducing rates of depression in seniors as regular exercise. Hanging out can be as important to active senior living as hitting the gym.

Given how busy schedules become, many adults find it hard to maintain friendships at the level they would like. A great way to stay connected with those closest to you is to take the initiative and invite your friends over for a dinner party. Dinner parties provide a perfect way to facilitate conversation and connection, and regularly scheduling them gives you the opportunity to see your friends on a somewhat regular basis. If you meet once every week or two, you don’t have to worry about losing touch: you know you’ll see them soon.

Who to invite How you choose the guests at your dinner party comes down to what kind of get-together you want to have. Generally speaking, the fewer people you invite, the more time you’ll get to spend with your guests. That said, as your numbers decrease, the bonds between people need to be stronger: a dinner party of four needs all four people to be compatible for conversation to flow naturally. Six to eight guests is a good number for keeping everyone talking and preventing the natural ebb and flow of conversation to lead to awkward silences. If you invite more people than eight, you might consider reaching out to guests you trust and asking them to bring a course for the meal. Cooking for a large group can be exhausting, and you want to be able to enjoy your own party.

What to serve A traditional dinner party involves an appetizer, main course and dessert, but really it is up to you! If you do include appetizers, it’s better to have too few than too many. Your main course should be the focus of the dinner, so you don’t want people filling up on carrot sticks. For the main course, prepare a dish that doesn’t require a lot of active cooking so that you can mingle with guests during your party, and pick something you’ve made before. Use desserts to balance the meal: if your main course was light, you can go for a rich dessert like cheesecake. If your guests have just eaten something heavy, a fruit dish or sorbet is the way to go.

Party themes For your first dinner party, you’ll want to keep it simple. As you have more parties, you can begin setting a theme for each, encouraging guests to dress up or bring dishes that fit the evening. Themes could be linked to holidays, or you could draw inspiration from a book or movie. Don’t be afraid to have something silly, and let your theme guide your plan for the night. This way each dinner party is different, and you avoid having the same conversations each time you meet up.

General tips • When you’re hosting a dinner party, be sure to talk to guests about dietary concerns or allergies.

• Don’t make a new dish for the first time on party night.

• Be mindful of food safety when leaving out spreads or dressings, and make sure anything that can spoil is kept cold.

• If you have music on, be sure to keep it at a low volume to foster great conversation, particularly if you have a guest with hearing loss.

• You don’t have to stay indoors: If the weather is nice, head to the patio or a nearby park.

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For a healthy life, adults should exercise 150 minutes per week, even in the winter.

STAYING MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY ACTIVE

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Of course, staying active in the warmer months is easier than in the colder months.

Outdoor activities are harder to come by and sometimes are not as safe due to low temperatures and slippery conditions. Yet research shows that physical and mental activity is important to overall health, benefiting everyone from children to seniors living independently. In fact, a recent study revealed that physical inactivity poses a

larger problem to one’s health than previous studies indicated. The research, led by the University of Sydney in Australia, examined more than 200,000 adults, middleaged or older. The researchers found that adults who replaced one hour of sitting with one hour of standing or light activity per day saw increased benefits to their overall health.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggested that adults exercise 150 minutes per week. Weekly walking or exercise does not have to be confined to 60-minute sessions. Adults who break their weekly exercise up into smaller intervals also see health benefits.

Staying active in winter is possible with some creative and resourceful thinking!

Here are indoor and outdoor activities to support your active lifestyle in the winter months: For a healthy life, adults should exercise 150 minutes per week, even in the winter.

For a healthy life, adults should exercise 150 minutes per week even in winter.

Indoors Bowling is a pleasant and exciting sport for all ages. Join a senior bowling league at your local bowling alley or make it a family outing with your children and grandchildren! According to NPR, seniors are also trying out virtual bowling through the video gaming systems Wii and Xbox Kinect. Virtual bowling is an active game and mimics classic bowling but does not require special shoes or a heavy ball, making it an excellent choice for an indoor activity.

Continuing education classes are available at most senior community centers or community colleges. The subjects are limitless, ranging from foreign languages to learning a new computer program. Another benefit of enrolling in a continuing education course is the opportunity to meet and socialize with classmates.

Dancing is fun and effective alone or in group settings. Check your local community center for dance nights or weekly classes. The Livestrong Foundation said that dancing is a great form of exercise because it can match all levels and paces.

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Fixing up a room in your home – sprucing up a room, whether by painting the walls a new color or by re-arranging the furniture, is a surprisingly good source of exercise that also results in a fresh new look!

Art such as pottery and painting are pleasant ways to stay active while having fun.

Creating art has been shown to improve overall health, stimulate cognitive ability and foster socialization.

Shopping at a mall, even if you do not plan to buy anything, is a great source of exercise, according to Carefect Home Health Care Services. Invite a friend to join you to make it more fun.

YMCA centers or similar fitness centers are ideal for traditional exercise. Most facilities have indoor tracks, gyms and swimming pools for a multitude of aerobic and strength-building options. Some gyms may even have seniorcentric programming.

Yoga is an ideal winter activity – you can do it indoors, at your own pace, regardless of the weather conditions. Online videos can help lead you through the various stretches, or you can join a local class.

“Leading a physically and mentally active life is important for independent senior living.”

Outdoors Holiday markets and fairs are a festive way to celebrate the winter months. Walking around to see all of the different vendors and events will keep you moving. Check your neighborhood newspaper or website for winter festivals in your community.

And of course, bundle up in cozy outerwear and safe winter shoes or boots before heading outside to celebrate the spirit of the season.

Ice fishing is an opportunity to take a summer hobby into winter. Remember to review the respective safety guidelines before getting out onto the ice!

Ice skating either at an indoor arena or outdoors on a cleared patch of lake, can be a fantastic a form of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Ice skating is easy on the joints, which makes it an excellent exercise for all ages.

Snow ball battles, building snowmen and creating snow forts are fun outdoor activities to do with friends or your grandchildren, and you do not even have to leave your yard! You could even get creative with your snowman and make it resemble a famous person or deck it out for your favorite sports team.

Volunteering is a rewarding way to spend time throughout the year. In winter, there are often soup kitchens and clothing drives to benefit those in need in your community. They typically last a few hours, so you will be on your feet getting exercise while helping. Again, make sure to prepare appropriately if your volunteer time involves spending time outdoors.

Before engaging in any winter activity, meet with your physician for more information about safety and senior-friendly guidelines.

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MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE THIS NEW YEAR Many people delay the decision to move to a retirement community due to misconceptions or fear. They often regret not making the decision to move sooner; when they were healthier, more involved, or did not realize how lonely they were and the reasons go on and on. Regret is undesirable in all times of life; retirement decisions are no different.

The many activities and daily interactions with friends and neighbors offer a dynamic and stimulating environment. Residents freely share their thoughts about retirement living in general and the choices available to them. As you read through this article, look for the comfort, freedom and peace of mind that come from making informed choices.

“Statistics show that retirement community residents live healthier and longer lives than those living alone.” That doesn’t sound like rocket science; we need people. A resident commented, “If I knew how many of my friends lived here, I would have moved in years ago.”

As one resident says, “I have to admit, it was lonely sometimes at home, now there is always something enjoyable to do.” Whether you want to participate in all of the social activities and outings or read a good book in the quiet of your apartment, the choice is yours.

“I love telling stories and reminiscing but it’s not always easy when they’re thirty years younger than me,” remarks a resident. A retirement community, by its very nature, allows people to interact with people their own age affording greater empathy and identification. Memories and recollections are complimented when two people can truly share the depth and breathe of events. Somewhat tongue-incheek yet true, is the adage that retirement communities provide a “constant reservoir of friends.”

“I never have to worry about home upkeep or shoveling again,” said a smiling resident. Now you can choose what you would like to spend time doing: cooking in your apartment, patio gardening, traveling, learning to paint or play the piano; all of the things you never felt you had time to do before. The choice is yours.

Keeping the mind, body and spirit healthy is the goal of many retirement communities. “When I moved here, it was very impressive to see how many care about my wellbeing,” a resident reported. Your choice of personal wellness goals are supported by a retirement community’s team who are all rooting for you. “Wellness programs” are growing initiatives in retirement communities to ensure balance, increased strength and awareness of changes.

Many retirement communities provide a spiritual component through pastoral visits or Sunday services that keep your hope and faith strong through all times of life.

Retirement communities offer various forms of financial protections like “life care” or “endowments” that protect your financial future regardless of your health.

A “life care” type contract also provides the potential for tax deductions for prepaid medical expenses. If you don’t feel the need for long term health care coverage, many communities offer rental programs, so again the choice is yours as to which option works best for you.

“When my wife had her stroke, it was so convenient to visit her several times a day. I couldn’t do that if I had to drive each way,” commented a resident. Should a care need arise, retirement communities can provide professional and caring services, all in the comfort of your “community.”

The choice is yours regarding your lifestyle and many elements need to be considered in making your decision. Should you decide that a retirement community is right for you, there are many elements, such as the ones listed here, that need to be considered and weighed, so that you can feel confident about your choice.

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Assisted Living Facilities Residents living in a setting that provides personal services, 24 hour supervision and assistance, activities and health-relatedservices designed to minimize relocation needs, accomodate seniors needs and preferance changes, encourage family and social envolvement and maximize senior’s privacy, choice and safety.

Assisted living facilities offer a housing alternatives for older adults who may need help with dressing, bathing, eating, and toileting, but do not require the intensive medical and nursing care provided in nursing homes.

Assisted living facilities may be part of a retirement community, nursing home, senior housing complex, or may stand-alone. Licensing requirements for assisted living facilities vary by state and can be known by as many as 26 different names including: residential care, board and care, congregate care, and personal care.

What services are provided?

Residents of assisted living facilities usually have their own units or apartment.

In addition to having a support staff and providing meals, most assisted living facilities also offer at least some of the following services: Health care management and monitoring, help with activities and daily living, housekeeping, medications reminders, social activities, security and transportation.

• Think ahead. What will the resident's future needs be and how will the facility meet those needs?

• Is the facility close to family and friends? Are there any shopping centers or other businesses nearby (within walking distance)?

• Do admission and retention policies exclude people with severe cognitive impairments or severe physical disabilities?

• Does the facility provide a written statement of the philosophy of care?

• Visit each facility more than once, sometimes unannounced.

• Visit at meal times, sample the food, and observe the quality of mealtime and the service.

• Observe interactions among residents and staff.

• Check to see if the facility offers social, recreational, and spiritual activities?

• Talk to residents.

• Learn what types of training staff receive and how frequently they receive training.

• Review state licensing reports.

The following steps should also be considered: • Contact your state’s long-term care ombudsman to see if any complaints have recently been filed against the assisted living facility you are interested in. In many states, the ombudsman checks on conditions at assisted living units as well as nursing homes.

• Contact the local Better Business Bureau to see if that agency has received any complaints about the assisted living facility.

If the assisted living facility is connected to a nursing home, ask for information about it, too. (Information on nursing homes can be found on the Medicare website at http://www.medicare.gov/nhcompare/home.asp).

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Parkinson Disease - A Neurological Disorder Each year about 60,000 new cases of Parkinson disease are diagnosed in the United States in addition to the many that are missed or are misdiagnosed.

Parkinson disease is a neurological disorder that can lead to tremor, lack of coordination, poor mobility, or trouble with walking. Along with these main features, patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; can also experience problems with swallowing, constipation, excess saliva, rigidity, soft or slow speech, stooped posture, depression, and anxiety.

Each year about 60,000 new cases of Parkinson disease are diagnosed in the United States in addition to the many that are missed or are misdiagnosed. The average age of onset for Parkinson disease is 60 years old but 5% of those diagnosed each year are under the age of 40 so the disease has a large age impact span.

Southeastern Wisconsin has one of the highest prevalence rates in the United States. No one knows what causes Parkinson disease. The role of genetics, environmental issues and toxins continue to be researched. Those with Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s have impaired or damaged dopamine-producing cells and this is what causes the symptoms.

Dopamine is a chemical neurotransmitter found in the brain that helps to control movement, coordination and balance. By the time a person develops symptoms of Parkinson disease he or she has lost more than 70% of these dopamine-producing cells.

For many people, receiving this diagnosis or hearing a family member has the disease can be a confusing and troubling time. Information, not only for the present but for what the future can bring with this disease, can provide relief from the fears of the unknown and the misinformation and rumors that often present themselves.

Parkinson disease additionally does not take a predictable path and each person may experiences it in a different and unique way, thereby making personal attention to the individual needs and circumstances surrounding Parkinson disease in the life of the patient crucial.

The Wisconsin Parkinson Association serving Wisconsin and the surrounding states is a local nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide that information.

Not being affiliated with any one medical system or provider allows the WPA to serve any and all community members with objective information about Parkinson disease and the resources available to assist them.

The WPAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to expand medical professional and public awareness and understanding about Parkinson disease that will lead to maximum support, the best individual health care, assistance for caregivers and families, and increased funding for research.

Services available through the Wisconsin Parkinson Association for those with PD and their caregivers and families include information and referral from their 800 phone number or website (wiparkinson.org), support and exercise groups, quarterly Network magazine, educational seminars and symposiums as well as a lending resource room that can be accessed in person or through the mail.

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