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Got Fat... Get Fit page 17 The Fastest Growing Disease in the USA page 26

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JANUARY

2012 Volume 3, Issue 1

Spinal Decompression: Advancements in Chiropractic Care for Pain Management

Emotional: 10th Year of Service in Community

Physical: The Powerful Benefits of Raindrop Technique

Nutritional: “MyPlate” Replaces Food Guide Pyramid

Children’s Health: Purple Raises Awareness to Stop Shaken Baby Injuries

Prevention: Impaired Driving

Body Health: Got Fat? Get Fit!

Remodeling: Rejuvenate Your Kitchen with Resurfacing and Re-facing

Super Food: “An Apple A Day…”

Diabetes: The Fastest Growing Disease in the USA

Proper Balance: Mind The Gut!

Winter Weather: Safety Tips for Shoveling Snow

Healthy Homes: Fire Safety

Our Military: Remembering Pearl Harbor & WWII

Dental Health: Are You Hiding A Secret That Could Kill You?

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Cutting Healthcare Costs in 2012 Mississippi Valley Surgery Center is a Safe and Affordable Option for Surgery page 18

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spinal decompression

Advancements in Chiropractic Care for Pain Management By Dr Kay Knight, D.C., Absolute Balance Chiropractic

hiropractic care, as with most forms of healthcare, has evolved to include and incorporate additional treatments to allow for faster and longer term results in pain management. One such therapy is spinal decompression, available in the Quad Cities through Absolute Balance Chiropractic. Spinal decompression is an FDA approved non-surgical therapy that has been clinically proven with an 86% success rate for pain associated with herniated or bulging discs. This success rate applied even after surgery has been attempted and or failed to relieve herniated or bulging disc pain. Recent medical studies on spinal decompression, documented by MRI, indicate a reduction of disc herniations by 90% in 10 out of 14 cases. The treatment protocol is a cycling of distraction and relaxation phases, which, when combined with proper positioning of the spine and nervous system through chiropractic adjustment, will allow the disc to be placed under a negative pressure, causing a vacuum effect within it. A vacuum effect can accomplish two things: from a spinal functionality standpoint, the disc material, that has protruded or herniated outside of the normal confines of the disc, can be pulled back within the disc, therefore secondarily stimulating a healing process to the protrusion or hernia. The chiropractic adjustment is always the primary line of defense in the proper position of the spine and vertebral bodies. This in turn allows for the correct positioning of the disc and the appropriate angle during decompression therapy. Anyone who has non-acute back or neck pain caused in whole, or, in part by a damaged disc, may be helped by spinal decompression. This includes herniated, protruding, or bulging disc, spinal stenosis, sciatica, or radiculopathy (pinched nerves). Spinal decompression is not recommended for pregnant women, patients who have severe osteoporosis, or severe nerve damage. Nor is it recommended for patients who have any type of spinal instrumentation, i.e., screws, plates, cages, etc. However spinal decompression therapy after bone fusion or non-fusion surgery can be performed.

Treatment plans are customized to each patient’s needs. Based on current research the best results have been achieved utilizing a protocol of 20 sessions over a 6-7 week period. Each session lasts about 30 minutes. Advances in equipment and procedures have dramatically improved the effectiveness of spinal decompression treatment. At Absolute Balance Chiropractic we have chosen to use the Triton DTS, manufactured by Chattanooga Inc., which allows us to provide this service at a fraction of the cost of some other machines. At Absolute Balance Chiropractic we also implement spine stabilization exercises, nutritional counseling, massage, and core strengthening to further speed patient recovery. Once improvement occurs, active rehabilitation is implemented to strengthen the surrounding spinal muscular system. Absolute Balance Chiropractic is located at 5123 Middle Road, Bettendorf, Iowa. Healthy Cells Ad - Heather_Layout 1 12/1/11 12:08 PM Page 1

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emotional

Heartland Hospice Enters 10th Year of Service in Community By Lantz-Gushanas RN, Hospice Care Consultant, Heartland Hospice Services

s we enter into the New Year, Heartland Hospice reflects on the agency’s history. Established in the community in 2002, Heartland Hospice entered into this community with a Mission: To enrich the lives of patients and their families. Now, Heartland Hospice serves 7 counties in both Iowa and Illinois: Scott, Clinton, Muscatine, Henry, Rock Island, Whiteside and Mercer. Heartland Hospice prides themselves on the consistent, quality care that they have given to many patients, their families, independent living communities, assisted living facilities, as well as long term care facilities. Heartland Hospice is CHAP accredited. This means that Heartland Hospice meets, not Page 6 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Quad Cities — January 2012

only the minimum standards set by Medicare and public health, but goes a step above by meeting standards that are higher than the usual governing bodies. Chaplain Jack Brown reflected on his time serving with Heartland Hospice, “I’ve been here since we opened the doors. I can still remember the name of our first patient, as well as her husband. We have enriched the lives of hundreds of patients and their families each year…but what they don’t always realize is they have enriched ours as well. They have opened their hearts and their homes to us.” Chaplain Jack Brown said, with a humble heart, “I am a better person because

of what I do in Hospice. Working in Hospice has made me reflect on my own life and what kind of life I want to lead.” Abby Ellis, RN case manager with Heartland Hospice shared her thoughts on hospice and the value she brings to hospice care. Abby spent 4 years on an Oncology Unit before coming to Heartland Hospice 2 years ago. When asked what she finds most rewarding about working in Hospice, her response was, “Knowing you have made a difference in their lives….At the end of the day, when I feel drained, I can tell myself that I am making a positive difference.” She reflected on a recent patient that she became attached to. “I remember when I first went to their house. They were pretty standoffish. The thought of hospice frightened them. The more I came to their house, the more we developed a good relationship. This man was in so much pain, but then we came in and made him comfortable….we gave him a second life, a quality of life. He got to enjoy the little things again. He was able to go to Chicago, go for rides in the car.” Abby began to laugh and said, “I even caught him on the roof a couple of times. The family came to trust me…they knew I was reliable and I was going to be by their side, so it wasn’t so scary. They became like a family to me.” The team at Heartland Hospice all entered with the understanding that Hospice wasn’t an easy job. Many folks have said, “I don’t know how you do that kind of work.” I began my Hospice career in 2006, after experiencing the gift of Hospice with my own grandfather. My response has always been, “I don’t know how I couldn’t…it’s really a blessing.” Is hospice a difficult line of work, you may ask? The answer is yes. That is because working in Hospice is much more than a paycheck. It is about supporting the mind, body and spirit through a journey that is a difficult one to face. It is about supporting patients

“I am a better person because of what I do in Hospice. Working in Hospice has made me reflect on my own life and what kind of life I want to lead.” and their families. It is about preparing them for what is to come, so it won’t be something to be feared. It is about laughing with them, to take their mind off of the stress they may be under. It involves a lot of tears. Some are tears of joy that a loved one is no longer suffering. Some are tears of relief, as they realize they are not walking the path alone. Some are tears of sadness when having to say goodbye. Either way, they are shared by the Heartland Hospice team as well. Heartland Hospice has a vested interest in the lives of others. Heartland Hospice has touched the lives of many and look forward to many opportunities in the future. Hospice care is available to patients with an advanced illness. After receiving a referral, Heartland will contact your physician to ensure that you are eligible for the hospice benefit. Heartland offers support to patients and families 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Heartland Hospice provides care to those who qualify for hospice services regardless of the ability to pay or their insurance coverage. For more information regarding eligibility or hospice services in the Quad Cities, please call 866-216-5708 or go to www.heartlandhospice.com.

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physical

The Powerful Benefits of Raindrop Technique By Karen DeVault, Holistic Alternatives

aindrop Technique is an application of therapeutic-grade essential oils to the feet using Vita Flex, which is a technique that activates neuro pathways, delivering the benefits of the oils to the electrical systems that Vita Flex stimulates. Then the oils are dripped along the spine like raindrops, followed by a massagetype technique unique to Raindrop. The purpose of Raindrop is to provide structural and electrical alignment to the body in a relaxing and invigorating manner through the power of essential oils. It stimulates the entire body at a cellular level, as these oils have the ability to surround every cell in the body within 20 minutes of application. This technique also aids the body in the removal of toxins, wherever they may be. There are many versions of Raindrop, but the same oils are always applied, though not always in the same sequence. Most of the oils used in this technique are high in phenolic content to ward off potentially damaging viruses and bacteria while cleansing cell receptor sites to enhance intra-cellular communication and improve overall Page 8 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Quad Cities — January 2012

bodily function. Some raindrop oils contain a variety of monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes to assist in deleting misinformation in the DNA and in reprogramming correct information in cellular memory to restore and maintain physical and emotional wellness. The oils used in Raindrop must be high quality therapeutic grade as found in Young Living Essential Oils. Nine oils are used, along with a massage oil that contains a blend of essential oils. Raindrop Technique can help reduce pain, inflammation, improve circulation, improve immune function, relieve stress, and facilitate the release of pent-up negative emotions. Here is a list of the oils used in a Raindrop Technique. VALOR (Balancing Blend) Contains oils of spruce, rosewood, blue tansy, and frankincense in an almond oil base. Gentle and soothing, it helps balance bodily energy system and stimulate spinal realignment. Affects the limbic system in a way to improve one’s self-image, enhancing ones feelings of confidence, courage, and self-esteem.

OREGANO (Origanum Vulgare) One of the most powerful antimicrobial essential oils. Research at Weber State University demonstrated a 99% kill rate against in vitro colonies of Streptococcus pneumoniae. High in phenolpropanoids, which cleanse cellular receptor sites. THYME (Thymus Vulgaris) Antiseptic, immune enhancing, supportive of body’s natural defenses. Thyme has been used to combat the bacteria that causes anthrax. High in phenolpropanoids. BASIL (Ocimum basilicum) Can be relaxing to both voluntary muscles and to the involuntary muscles as well. Voluntary muscles include all of the motor muscles of the arms, legs, back, abdomen, neck and face. Mentally energizing and invigorating. Used for tension headaches. Can improve senses of taste and smell. WINTERGREEN or BIRCH (Gaultheria procumbens or Betula alleghaniensis) Supports joints and skeletal structure. Composition of both of these oils are more than 80% methyl salicylate (a phenolic ester) which has a cortisone-like effect in that it may stimulate the body’s own production of natural cortisone which has none of the untoward sideeffect of synthetic cortisone. Also have analgesic properties inasmuch as its chemical structure is similar to that of aspirin. MARJORAM (Origanum majorana) Relaxing to the involuntary muscles and to the voluntary muscles as well. Involuntary muscles include the heart, diaphragm, digestive tract, and reproductive organs. Soothing to nerves. Used for migraines. Antiseptic and antimicrobial. CYPRESS (Cupressus sempervirens) Antimicrobial. Supportive of the circulatory and lymphatic systems. Stimulates the body’s natural white corpuscle production. 76% monoterpenes and 14% sesquiterpenes which may assist in restoring proper cellular programming to restore health and maintain wellness.

PEPPERMINT (Mentha piperita) Support digestive system, respiratory system, and nervous system. Has been used for headaches. Research has shown that inhaling peppermint improves concentration and mental retention. Cleanses the liver. A synergistic oil that supports and improves the beneficial actions of other oils used in conjunction. AROMA SEIZE (MUSCLE RELAXING BLEND) (Contains oils of basil, marjoram, lavender, peppermint and cypress) Calming, relaxing and relieves tension. Relaxes muscles, including tight muscles and muscle spasms. May relieve headaches. ORTHO EASE (Soothing Massage Blend) (a massage base oil of wheat germ, grape seed, almond, olive and vitamin E. Contains essential oils of wintergreen, jumiper, marjoram, red thyme, vetiver, peppermint, eucalyptus, and lemongrass). Used in European hospitals, formulated to soothe muscle aches and minor swelling. Contains natural antioxidants. Source: CARE Karen DeVault is the owner of Holistic Alternatives, LLC. She is a Registered Nurse and a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who specializes in Whole Food Nutrition and Essential Oil Techniques (Raindrop; Emotional Release and Neuro-Auricular). Her office is located @ 2435 Kimberly Rd. , suite 220 S., in Bettendorf. For details about Essential oil techniques, visit her web site @ www.KarensHolisticAlternatives.com or email her @ holistic.alternatives@yahoo.com These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Karen does not diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Her services are not intended as a substitute for regular medical care.

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nutritional

“MyPlate” Replaces Food Guide Pyramid

irst L a d y M i c he l l e Obama and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack unveiled the federal government’s new food icon, MyPlate, to serve as a reminder to help consumers make healthier food choices. MyPlate is a new generation icon with the intent to prompt consumers to think about building a healthy plate at meal times and to seek more information to help them do that by going to www.ChooseMyPlate.gov. The new MyPlate icon emphasizes the fruit, vegetable, grains, protein and dairy food groups. “This is a quick, simple reminder for all of us to be more mindful of the foods that we’re eating and as a mom, I can already tell how much this is going to help parents across the country,” said First Lady Michelle Obama. “When mom or dad comes home from a long day of work, we’re already asked to be a chef, a referee, a cleaning crew. So it’s tough to be a nutritionist, too. But we do have time to take a look at our kids’ plates. As long as they’re half full of fruits and vegetables, and paired with lean proteins, whole grains and low-fat dairy, we’re golden. That’s how easy it is.” “With so many food options available to consumers, it is often difficult to determine the best foods to put on our plates when building a healthy meal,” said Secretary Vilsack. “MyPlate is an uncomplicated symbol to help remind people to think about their food choices in order to lead healthier lifestyles. This effort is about more than just giving information, it is a matter of making people understand there are options and practical ways to apply them to their daily lives.” Originally identified in the Child Obesity Task Force report which noted that simple, actionable advice for consumers is needed, MyPlate will replace the MyPyramid image as the government’s primary food group symbol as an easy-to-understand visual cue to help consumers adopt healthy eating habits consistent with the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. MyPyramid will remain available to interested health professionals and nutrition educators in a special section of the new website. ChooseMyPlate.gov provides practical information to individuals, health professionals, nutrition educators, and the food industry to help consumers build healthier diets with resources and tools for dietary assessment, nutrition education, and other user-friendly nutrition information. As Americans are experiencing epidemic rates of overweight and obesity, the online resources and tools can em-

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10 Tips to a Great Plate Making food choices for a healthy lifestyle can be as simple as using these 10 Tips. Use the ideas in this list to balance your calories, to choose foods to eat more often, and to cut back on foods to eat less often.

balance calories Find out how many calories YOU need for a day as a first step in managing your weight. Go to www.ChooseMyPlate.gov to find your calorie level. Being physically active also helps you balance calories.

enjoy your food, but eat less Take the time to fully enjoy your food as you eat it. Eating too fast or when your attention is elsewhere may lead to eating too many calories. Pay attention to hunger and fullness cues before, during, and after meals. Use them to recognize when to eat and when you’ve had enough.

avoid oversized portions Use a smaller plate, bowl, and glass. Portion out foods before you eat. When eating out, choose a smaller size option, share a dish, or take home part of your meal.

foods to eat more often Eat more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and fat-free or 1% milk and dairy products. These foods have the nutrients you need for health—including potassium, calcium, vitamin D, and fiber. Make them the basis for meals and snacks.

make half your plate fruits and vegetables Choose red, orange, and dark-green vegetables like tomatoes, sweet potatoes, and broccoli, along with other vegetables for your meals. Add fruit to meals as part of main or side dishes or as dessert.

switch to fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk, but fewer calories and less saturated fat.

make half your grains whole grains To eat more whole grains, substitute a whole-grain product for a refined product—such as eating wholewheat bread instead of white bread or brown rice instead of white rice.

foods to eat less often Cut back on foods high in solid fats, added sugars, and salt. They include cakes, cookies, ice cream, candies, sweetened drinks, pizza, and fatty meats like ribs, sausages, bacon, and hot dogs. Use these foods as occasional treats, not everyday foods.

compare sodium in foods Use the Nutrition Facts label to choose lower sodium versions of foods like soup, bread, and frozen meals. Select canned foods labeled “low sodium,” ”reduced sodium,” or “no salt added.”

drink water instead of sugary drinks Cut calories by drinking water or unsweetened beverages. Soda, energy drinks, and sports drinks are a major source of added sugar, and calories, in American diets.

Go to www.ChooseMyPlate.gov for more information.

power people to make healthier food choices for themselves, their families, and their children. Later this year, USDA will unveil an exciting “go-to” online tool that consumers can use to personalize and manage their dietary and physical activity choices. Over the next several years, USDA will work with First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’sMove! initiative and public and private partners to promote MyPlate and ChooseMyPlate.gov as well as the supporting nutrition messages and “how-to” resources. The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, launched in January of 2011, form the basis of the federal government’s nutrition education programs, federal nutrition assistance programs, and dietary advice provided by health and nutrition professionals. The Guidelines messages include: Balance Calories • Enjoy your food, but eat less. • Avoid oversized portions. Foods to Increase • Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. • Switch to fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk. • Make at least half your grains whole grains Foods to Reduce • Compare sodium (salt) in foods like soup, bread, and frozen meals, and choose foods with lower numbers. • Drink water instead of sugary drinks.

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“MyPlate is an uncomplicated symbol to help remind people to think about their food choices in order to lead healthier lifestyles.” Coupled with these tested, actionable messages will be the “how-tos” for consumer behavior change. A multi-year campaign calendar will focus on one action-prompting message at a time starting with “Make Half Your Plate Fruits and Vegetables.” “What we have learned over the years is that consumers are bombarded by so many nutrition messages that it makes it difficult to focus on changes that are necessary to improve their diet,” said Secretary Vilsack. “This new campaign calendar will help unify the public and private sectors to coordinate efforts and highlight one desired change for consumers at a time.” As part of this new initiative, USDA wants to see how consumers are putting MyPlate in to action by encouraging consumers to take a photo of their plates and share on Twitter with the hash-tag #MyPlate. USDA also wants to see where and when consumers think about healthy eating. Take the Plate and snap a photograph with MyPlate to share with our USDA Flickr Photo Group [http://www.flickr.com/ people/usdagov/]. For more information, visit www.ChooseMyPlate.gov. Additional resources include: www.DietaryGuidelines.gov and www.LetsMove.gov.

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PURPLE Raises Awareness to Stop Shaken Baby Injuries By Craig Cooper, Genesis Health System

During November, newborns at Genesis received knitted purple hats to promote awareness of The Period of PURPLE Crying Program – an effort to prevent shaken baby injuries by educating about the natural period of time early in the lives of babies when they may cry more.

our one-month-old baby is crying, and no soothing seems to work. You touch the baby’s skin and temperature seems normal but the baby keeps crying. You hold the baby, rock the baby, sing to the baby and the baby keeps crying. Maybe for hours in one stretch. The baby is likely fine but the risk can become a parent’s anger and frustration that nothing seems to soothe the baby. Each year in the U.S., an estimated 1,300 children experience severe or fatal head trauma from severe shaking or abuse. Of those 1,300, about 25 percent of the clinically diagnosed infants will die. About 80 percent of survivors of severe shaking will suffer neurological damage that can include paralysis, learning disabilities, speech impairment, hearing loss and behavior disorders. Through funding from Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa, Genesis Medical Center, Davenport is one of several Iowa birthing hospitals participating in The Period of PURPLE Crying Program to educate Page 12 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Quad Cities — January 2012

new parents and family members about a natural period of time early in the lives of babies when they may simply cry more. The local, state and national efforts are intended to prevent accidental outbursts by parents and caregivers that could harm the baby. PURPLE is an acronym using the first letter of characteristics of the crying episodes: • Peak of crying • Unexpected crying • Resists soothing • Pained expression on baby’s face • Long lasting crying • Evening crying “The damage of shaking a baby is potentially devastating. If we can educate caregivers about The Period of PURPLE Crying, to understand the period of the baby’s development and share ideas about

steps to take, we can hopefully reduce the instances of shaken babies,’’ explained Julie Cutler of the Genesis BirthCenter, who took on the Genesis participation as a safety fellowship project. Marcy Mendenhall, executive director, Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa, said, “Our board wants to ensure all Scott County children have educated parents so children have a safe and secure upbringing. The Period of PURPLE Crying is a great education tool for parents who will increase their awareness about what to do when they are unable to soothe the baby.’’ Funding from Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa allowed Genesis nursing and social work staff to be trained to work with parents about the risk of shaken babies. The funding also pays to provide educational DVDs to parents. Collaborative effort “The Period of PURPLE crying educational component is a great addition to the Universal Assessment screening that assesses every newborn born at Genesis Medical Center,” Mendenhall added. “Through this collaboration between Scott County Kids and Genesis, families are benefitting and we hope we can eliminate shaken baby incidents.’’ Scott County Kids funds also help Genesis VNA and Hospice provide home visits to every baby born in Scott County. Iowa is just the fifth state in the U.S. to be recognized as a “Purple State’’ by the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome. The recognition goes to states with collaborative statewide efforts to prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome. Of the Iowa hospitals with birthing services, 80 percent are participating in The Period of PURPLE Crying program. To recognize the program’s awareness month in November, newborns at Genesis received knitted purple hats. The impetus for the Shaken Baby Syndrome education program in Iowa was provided in 2009 by the Iowa Legislature. The legislature voted to require the Iowa Department of Public Health to establish a state-wide shaken baby prevention program. “Iowa has been very proactive,’’ Cutler said. “The program gives new parents and caregivers the tools to know how to react when they can’t stop a baby’s crying.’’ Those tools include a 10-minute, multi-lingual video parents and caregivers are asked to take home and watch and a booklet of action steps. The action steps give parents ideas about how to react to a crying infant. For example, parents are urged to increase attention to the baby by carrying, walking or talking with the baby. If a caregiver is becoming

What happens when a baby is shaken? • When shaken, an infant’s head moves back and forth in a figure 8 pattern. The force causes their chin to come in contact with their chest and the back of their head hits their upper back. • Neck muscles and brain are not developed enough to withstand the violence of being shaken. • The brain bounces inside the skull, causing bleeding, swelling and brain injury. • The force can result in sheering or tearing of the retina inside the eye, causing more bleeding and eventually leading to blindness.

Symptoms of Shaken Baby Syndrome • Immediate: Vomiting, seizures, lethargy, bleeding, difficult breathing, poor feeding, limpness and/or rigidity of limbs • Long-term risk: Physical or mental disabilities, paralysis, learning disabilities, speech impairment, hearing loss, Cerebral Palsy, behavior disorders Source: Iowa Department of Public Health

frustrated, they are taught that it is OK to walk away from the baby as long as the baby is in a safe place. “They (caregivers) can walk away for 5 to 10 minutes, calm themselves, and then go back to check on the baby,’’ Cutler said. “If the frustration continues, caregivers should ask for help.’’ Studies continue in the U.S. and Canada measuring the effectiveness of The Period of PURPLE Crying programs and to determine if the program reduces the incidence of shaken baby syndrome. Cutler said there are a number of theories about why babies have extended periods of crying. One suggestion is that the periods come more frequently at the end of the day when baby and caregivers are tired. “There are a lot of different theories but no one really knows why it happens,’’ Cutler said. “The important thing is that we reach out to parents with information and tools so that they will understand these periods and won’t accidentally hurt a baby out of frustration.’’

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prevention

Impaired Driving

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mpaired driving is recognized as driving a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or any other narcotics. In Kentucky in 2005, a total of 5,408 alcohol related crashes were reported, resulting in 206 deaths and 3,227 injuries. These crashes resulted in more than $311 million in economic costs and millions more in loses to the quality of life.

Top Five Kentucky Impaired Driving Laws

.08 BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) • T he amount of alcohol in a person’s body is measured by the weight of the alcohol in a certain volume of blood. This is the blood alcohol concentration, or BAC • B AC can only be determined with accurate testing: Breath test, Urinalysis and Blood test Zero Tolerance • It is illegal for persons under 21 to drive with a BAC of .02% or higher • 3 5 percent of all fatal crashes for underage drivers involve alcohol* High BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) • R efers to a driver with a BAC of .15 or higher at the time of the arrest • H igh-BAC offenders require additional sanctions and treatment that "normal" DUI sanctions cannot provide • 5 8 percent of alcohol-related fatalities involve someone with a .15 BAC or higher* Open Container • It is illegal for passenger(s) to have an open container of alcohol in the vehicle • P revents a driver from passing the alcohol to a friend or putting it in the back seat when pulled over • S tates see a 5.1% decrease in fatal crash rates after passing an open container law* Repeat Offender • R epeat offenders are those who have two or more impaired driving offences • C reates enhanced penalties for subsequent offenders • A bout one-third of all DUI arrests each year are of people who have been convicted previously of driving under the influence*

Get The Keys: How You Can Intervene

•F irst try using a soft and calm approach. Suggest they’ve had too much to drink and it would be better if someone else drove or they took a cab. Joke about it. Make light of it. • If it’s a stranger, speak to their friends so they may persuade them to hand over the keys. • Locate their keys while they are preoccupied and take them away. • T ell them if they insist on driving you are not going with them. Volunteer to call someone else or a cab. Make it sound like you are doing them a favor. • If possible, avoid embarrassing the person or being confrontational. *Source: MADD: Mothers Against Drunk Driving

Top Five Alcohol Myths and Facts

MYTH: Beer doesn’t affect my driving as much as other alcoholic drinks. FACT: A glass of beer contains the same amount of alcohol as a glass of wine or average cocktail. Alcohol is alcohol—it’s just packaged differently!

MYTH: Alcohol won’t affect me much if I have something to eat. FACT: Drinking on a full stomach may slow the progress of alcohol into the bloodstream, but overall is not much different than drinking on an empty stomach. MYTH: A cold shower or cup of coffee will sober me up. FACT: Only time reduces the effects of alcohol. It is a drug and must be metabolized or “burned off” in order to be eliminated from your body. MYTH: Alcohol can’t hurt me, except for giving me a huge hangover. FACT: Large amounts of alcohol can do major damage to your digestive system. It can hurt your heart, liver, stomach, and other critical organs as well as taking years from you life. If you drink enough fast enough, you could die within a matter of hours. MYTH: Drugs are a bigger problem than alcohol. FACT: Alcohol and tobacco kill more than 50 times the number of people killed by cocaine, heroin, and every other illegal drug combined. For more information: • AAA Exchange: www.aaapublicaffairs.com • Coalition To End Needless Death On Our Roadways: www.endneedlessdeath.org • FACE Resources, Training and Action on Alcohol Issues: www. faceproject.org • International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP): www. letssaveyounglives.org • K eep It Real Campaign to Reduce Underage Drinking: www. keep-it-real.us • Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD): www.madd.org • N ational Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): www. nhtsa.dot.gov • NHTSA Stop Impaired Driving Program: www.stopimpaireddriving.org • STOP Underage Drinking: www.stopalcoholabuse.gov • Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD): www.sadd.org • Underage Drinking Enforcement Training Center: www.udetc.org

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Cutting Healthcare Costs in 2012 Mississippi Valley Surgery Center is a Safe and Affordable Option for Surgery

oney is tight and few can afford to get sick. Unexpected medical costs can put an enormous strain on families as costs and insurance deductibles and premiums increase. “We see Quad City families and patients with deductibles as high as $10,000. That means they are paying a substantial amount for their own treatment right out of their pocket,” says Michael Patterson, President and CEO of the Mississippi Valley Surgery Center located in Davenport. “Combine higher insurance deductibles with Page 18 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Quad Cities — January 2012

increased food, fuel and housing prices, and no one can afford to just call the doctor for procedures or surgeries without asking tough questions about cost or exploring more affordable treatment options.” So, what’s a family to do? “What people may not know is that right here in the Quad Cities, there are ways to be treated that are actually more affordable, safe and put you on the road to recovery faster,” he explains.

The Davenport-based Mississippi Valley Surgery Center (MVSC) and its network of physician specialists continue to grow. “MVSC is home to ambulatory (outpatient) surgeries, where a patient who needs less than 24 hours for treatment can have their surgery performed,” he continued. “MVSC is built to better serve patients who did not necessarily need the services and associated costs of hospitalization and where physicians had more control over how procedures are handled.” Since its beginning in 1996, the Mississippi Valley Surgery Center has served more than 90,000 patients; and the ambulatory surgery center has grown, supported by the Mississippi Valley Health Network of specialists, to perform over 10,000 procedures a year. “The MVSC and Mississippi Valley Health Network of practices keeps health care costs down because our training emphasizes minimally invasive procedures that promote faster healing; and the surgery center’s outpatient services ensure you recover at home and avoid expensive hospital stays.” Home the Same Day: Back to Life the Next Cost effective? Convenient? Faster Recovery? Just ask Coal Valley resident Dennis Gooch. As an avid hobbyist with radio-controlled airplanes, he has to run around quite a bit when he’s flying one of the 40 or so planes in his collection. Gooch, a member of the Skyraiders Radio Control Flying Club, always had a flat foot, but it collapsed over the last five years. “I had a lot of foot pain,” says Gooch, “when I tried to walk or tried to mow.” The pain grew so intense that Gooch couldn’t fly his planes any longer. Tuvi Mendel, M.D., Orthopaedic Specialists, put his fellowship training and experience to work for Gooch. “Dr. Mendel was very intelligent,” recalls Gooch. “He knew exactly what was going on.” The flat foot reconstruction surgery Dr. Mendel performed involved lengthening a tendon on the right side of Gooch’s foot, among other advanced techniques. Gooch, who is an electronic technician, spent four days in the hospital after his knee replacement surgery several years ago. Yet his experience at the Mississippi Valley Surgery Center was quite different. “I was terrified of the procedure, but before I knew it, I was home. I went in at 9:30 a.m. and was home by 2:00 that afternoon,” says Gooch. “I do prefer being home right away.” “We are the Future of Healthcare” Dennis’ experience is common at MVSC. In recent years as surgical techniques have improved, more procedures are being performed nationwide in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC) like the surgery center in Davenport. “We represent the future of healthcare,” explains Patterson. “Thirty years ago, virtually all surgery was performed in hospitals. Patients waited weeks or months for an appointment, and they typically spent several days in the hospital and several weeks out of work in recovery. But better surgical techniques, more efficient operations and treatments allow patients to recover better and faster at home. “At a time when our health care delivery system is often criticized for waste, excessive costs, medical errors and a general lack of responsiveness, there are real solutions to each of these problems. “We are efficient in our use of healthcare dollars. We focus on quality of care. We are more accessible to patients and present less risk of medical errors and cross infection. And yes, we do all of this while reducing costs to patients, employers, insurers and government programs.”

MVSC’s New Leader Greets Healthcare’s Future with Optimism New CEO and President of Mississippi Valley Surgery Center (MVSC) Michael Patterson has begun the new year with optimism, as he encourages Quad City patients to explore safe and economical surgical options in the community. “Patients do have the power to choose where many of their surgeries and procedures are performed. We are fortunate in the Quad Cities to have the caliber of the MVSC along with physicians who practice here — all dedicated to providing safe, cost-effective and convenient care. “I am excited about the opportunity to work with a group of doctors who provide outstanding quality care to their patients. The depth of engagement of these physicians in order to exceed quality and cost of care expectations is unparalleled in the community.” In November, MVSC Board of Directors named Mr. Patterson President and CEO. He comes to the post with a strong history of healthcare leadership and management. Previous roles include oversight of a multi-specialty joint venture surgery center with over 100 physician owners, President (elect) of the Iowa Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers, and his latest role of Chief Administrative Officer of Trinity Rock Island and Chief Nurse Executive of Trinity Regional Health System. During his tenure at Trinity, he was responsible for nursing, surgery, imaging, ambulance, rehab, cardiology, facilities, patient support services, and pharmacy. Mr. Patterson has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Northern Illinois University and a Master of Science in Nursing (Administration) from the University of Illinois. He has spent 23 years in the Navy in both an Active duty and Reserve status. “Michael has extensive background in physician-owned ASC operations and brings new leadership and insight into providing quality, cost effective care for MVSC patients,” says Dr. Tuvi Mendel, MVSC Board Chairman.

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Safe and Swift Recoveries While cost weights heavily on pocketbooks, there is also the worry about being treated outside a hospital setting. Although many believe that extended observation and a hospital stay ensures there are no complications, research is bearing out that the best place for recovery may be at home, away from unnecessary exposure to infections. The MVSC also voluntarily holds itself to the gold standard of care and is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Also because it serves Medicare beneficiaries, the Medicare program certifies MVSC. The Mississippi Valley Surgery Center complies with standards developed by the federal government to ensure the safety of the patient and the quality of the facility, physicians, staff, and services.

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o you have a love/hate relationship with your kitchen? Would you love to remodel it, but hate the idea of spending tens of thousands of dollars? There are many unique services that can update your kitchen at significant savings. In performing a kitchen makeover you can accomplish three important goals: 1. Increase the value and salability of your home 2. Increase your home-owner satisfaction 3. Save up to 70% of traditional remodeling costs Refacing your cabinets often makes more sense than replacing. With this process, new doors and matching solid-wood products are installed on your existing cabinet boxes. Refacing can easily cost only half or even one-third the price of replacement, and there are no cost over-runs. All kitchens start on Monday and 95% are done in three to five days – not weeks or months, as with replacements. Be sure the owner of the company is at your home every day, doing the work, until completion. Only the Best Will Do Look for the finest quality doors, drawer fronts, solid wood, plywood and accessories. One feature is Blumotion Soft Close hardware for most cabinet doors. All wall cabinets are covered underneath with factory-finished, matching plywood, giving your cabinets a finished look often not available even on new cabinets. They “wrap” the inside edges of the frames, so no unfinished edges will show when the doors are opened. Refacing presents a beautiful new look that visitors to your home will admire. The same treatment is given to dishwasher frames. All doors are hung with invisible “cup” hinges and are guaranteed for life. These selfclosing hinges are adjustable six ways – up and down, side to side, and in and out – so your doors will always hang straight. In most homes, tilt-out trays under sinks can be installed to keep sponges, cleaners, and other supplies within easy reach. If you have drawers or drawer boxes that need fixing, these can usually be repaired at no additional cost. For those that cannot be repaired, one option is custom-made drawer boxes and slides. They will even install your handles. To top it all off, they will install a brass plaque with their name and give you a seven-year transferable guarantee for each refaced kitchen. With their streamlined process, Premier Bath & Kitchen Resurfacing starts on Monday and finishes by Friday. They only do one kitchen at a time and every detail is meticulously scrutinized, fixing things you didn’t even realize were broken.

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super food

“An apple a day…” By Nikki Putnam, RD, LDN, CLT, Hy-Vee Registered Dietitian

Kryptonite is to Superman as apples are to doctors’ offices. How does an apple a day keep the doctor away? …keeps heart disease away. Last year, the Iowa Women’s Health Study reported that among the 34,000-plus women it has been tracking for almost 20 years, apples were associated with a lower risk of death from both coronary heart disease and cardiovascular disease. A few years earlier, Finnish researchers studying dietary data collected over 28 years from 9,208 men and women found that frequent apple eaters had the lowest risk of suffering strokes compared with non-apple eaters. Experts attribute the heart-healthy benefits to antioxidant compounds found in apples, which help prevent LDL cholesterol from oxidizing and also inhibit inflammation. Plus, the soluble fiber in apples has also been shown to lower cholesterol levels. …keeps hunger at bay. Apples satisfy hunger for a small amount of calories (about 90 in a medium apple) so it’s not surprising that they can be part of a healthy diet that promotes weight loss. And in a recent study, dried apples also

helped participants lose some weight. Women who ate a cup of dried apples daily for a year lost some weight and lowered their cholesterol and heart disease markers. The Florida State University researchers behind this study think apples’ antioxidants and a type of fiber called pectin, are responsible for the benefits—and think that fresh apples would be even more effective. …keeps you exercising every day. Eating an apple before you work out may boost your exercise endurance. Apples deliver an antioxidant called quercetin, which aids endurance by making oxygen more available to the lungs. One study showed that quercetin—when taken in supplement form—helped people bike longer. So, how many apples would you have to eat to see any benefit? More research is needed to determine exactly how quercetin can benefit your workout, but it can’t hurt to have a healthy snack of an apple beforehand! Apples’ Superpowers: Fiber: Apples contain as much fiber as a serving of bran cereal. The fiber, pectin, is known to aid in digestion and stabilize blood glucose levels. Eating the skin of the apple will ensure you are getting both the insoluble and soluble fiber from the fruit. Antioxidants: Apples contain vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant. Antioxidants protect our cells from damage, helping to prevent chronic disease, obesity, cancer and heart disease. Phytochemicals: Apples contain flavonoids, a type of phytochemical that gives apples their color. Flavonoids help antioxidants work.

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diabetes

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6 million people in the United States have diabetes and another 57 million are estimated to be pre-diabetic. It is estimated that in 20 years these numbers will double. Diabetes is expected to affect one out three born after 2000. The three biggest factors causing this epidemic are 1. the increasing rate of obesity, 2. increasingly sedentary life-style in the US, and 3. an aging population. What is Diabetes? Diabetes mellitus, or simply diabetes, is a group of metabolic diseases in which a person has high blood sugar either because the body does not produce enough insulin, or because cells do not respond to the insulin that is produced.

There are four main types of diabetes: •T ype 1 diabetes (Type 1 DM) results from the body’s failure to produce insulin, and presently requires the person to inject insulin. This type has a genetic predisposition, but requires a trigger such as a virus infection which then causes the body to destroy the cells in the pancreas that secrete insulin. Most of these cases are less than 30 years of age at onset. This type accounts for 5 to 10 % of cases. •T ype 2 diabetes (Type 2 DM) results from insulin resistance, a condition in which cells fail to use insulin properly. Sometimes this is also combined with an absolute insulin deficiency. Most of these cases are older and overweight people. This is the type of diabetes that is increasing so dramatically and is showing up even in obese children. This type is the most common and makes up 90 to 95 % of cases. This type also has a strong genetic determination by multiple genes.

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Treatment for Type 2 DM is usually a combination of diet, weight reduction, oral diabetic medications, and sometimes insulin. •G estational diabetes: is when pregnant women who have never had diabetes before develop a high blood glucose level during pregnancy. Two to five per cent of pregnancies are affected. The elevated blood sugars usually go away after the birth of the baby. One-third to onehalf of these women develop Type 2 DM later in life. •M onogenic diabetes was called maturity onset diabetes of the young in the past. It may make up as high as 5% of those that have been diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 DM before the age of 30. It is a group of at least ten subtypes which all have a genetic defect at a single site. This type usually has decreased but not absent insulin production and usually they have no insulin resistance, where the cells fail to use insulin properly. Other forms of diabetes mellitus include cystic fibrosis-related diabetes, steroid diabetes induced by high doses of glucocorticoids, and diabetes caused by chronic pancreatitis. What are the symptoms of diabetes? Type 1 diabetes usually has the symptoms of • weakness, • unexplained weight loss, • thirst, and • frequent urination.

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Less common early symptoms are rapid change in eye sight caused by lens swelling. Symptoms of rapid deep breathing, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain can signal a life threatening complication called ketoacidosis. Type 2 diabetes may have the above symptoms but with very gradual onset. Usually the symptoms are minimal or there are no symptoms at all. How is diabetes diagnosed? All types of diabetes are diagnosed by an abnormally high blood sugar which is an inexpensive blood test. How do I keep from getting diabetes? The only type of diabetes that can be prevented is Type 2. If you have family members with diabetes you may also have the genetic risk. The most important ways to prevent diabetes is to regularly exercise and maintain a normal weight. How is diabetes treated? • Type 1 diabetes is always treated with diet and insulin. •G estational diabetes is treated with diet and, if that fails, insulin with diet. •T ype 2 and monogenic diabetes are treated with diet, when this fails oral medication therapies are added to help slow the disease progression and lower the overall glucose. Typically over time the therapy turns to insulin. Complications of diabetes Complications of diabetes are common especially when the blood sugar is poorly controlled include: • retinal disease leading to blindness • kidney disease leading to kidney failure • v ascular disease leading to heart attack, stroke, and small vessel disease in the extremities, increasing risk for foot ulcers and amputations

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proper balance

MIND THE GUT! First in a 3-part series By Kristin Miller MD, Anti Aging and Optimal Health

roundbreaking research has confirmed the “mindbody” connection to be present between the brain and the gut, and even data that shows that in many cases, the gut sends directive signals to the brain. This should not come as a surprise because, according to Emeran Mayer, director of the UCLA Center for Neurovisceral Sciences and Women’s Health, “the nervous system actually started out in the gut.” This is echoed by the UCLA Center for Neurobiology of Stress as well. They are referring to the ENS (enteric nervous system) which consists of 100 million neurons (more than in the spinal cord) lying along the surface area of the gut. In the first days after conception, a structure forms called the neural crest containing cells that will become neurons. Some of those cells will then migrate to the newly-formed gut where they will grow into this vast neural network called the ENS. The surface area of the small intestine alone, if laid out one-cellthick, would be approximately the size of a doubles tennis court! These neurons have been found to be able to function independently of the brain, controlling the process of absorbing and moving food through the gut. The ENS also sends signals to the brain that influence feelings, mood, learning, decision-making and stress. It manufactures over 90% of the serotonin in your body, which is one of the neurotransmitters affecting your mood. How many times do you recall feeling nervous about something and you feel your gut churning, or feel depressed and seek out “comfort food?” There is interaction and feedback between the neurotransmitters that control the Page 28 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Quad Cities — January 2012

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“fight or flight” response and the neurotransmitters responsible for how you manage day-to-day stress in your gut and their action in the brain. This may be a factor in why antidepressant medications can only do so much, or when they don’t appear to be effective in treating depression or anxiety. Assessing gut function is a key step in evaluating and treating causes for mood problems, insomnia, and fatigue. And the key word is FUNCTION.

“Technology has advanced to allow us to reliably test gut function which can result in symptom impact on the rest of the body.” So, how to we optimize our gut function? 1. Eating nutrition best for you and having adequate digestion so your gut’s immune response interaction is appropriate 2. Properly absorbing your food so those needed nutrients can assimilate, or be taken into the cells and used to keep cells healthy as they produce enzymes and recycle themselves 3. Supporting proper metabolism and detoxification with nutrition & digestion “in” and detoxification & elimination “out” 4. Excretion and elimination to remove what is not needed along with toxins by the body 5. Supporting optimal NeuroEndrocrine regulation (neurotransmitter balance) 6. Have a properly functioning gut immune system, requiring the proper microbes to be balanced in the gut

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We have no way of knowing the functional balance of our gastrointestinal tract unless the stool is tested for proper balance of microbes, presence of inflammatory indicators, and what digested and undigested material is coming through. Technology has advanced to allow us to reliably test gut function which can result in symptom impact on the rest of the body. Dr. Kristin A. Miller obtained her M.D. from University of Iowa College of Medicine, completed residency training in Family Medicine, and is one of the fewer than 500 physicians in the world who have completed the Advanced Fellowship in Anti-Aging, Regenerative and Functional Medicine through the American Academy of AntiAging and Regenerative Medicine. She is Board Certified in both Family Practice and is a Specialist in Anti-Aging, Regnerative and Functional Medicine. Her practice is Anti-Aging & Optimal Health at 2829 Brady Street in Davenport, Iowa. She evaluates and treats children through adults regarding nutritional needs, neurochemical balance, biochemical pathway evaluation, ability to detoxify environmental exposures, hormone balance, and genetic testing to provide customized care and specific advanced preventive care guidelines for each person. Her clinic also offers thermography, weight loss evaluation, stress management treatment, and customized cancer prevention counseling. For more information on this important, state-of-the-art health benefit or to order your gift certificates for Arasys treatments, please visit our website at www.drmillermd.com and click to contact us. Or call to place your order by phone or to schedule an appointment at 563-322-2263. January 2012 — Quad Cities — Healthy Cells Magazine — Page 29

winter weather

Safety Tips for Shoveling Snow By Heartland HealthCare Center, Moline

ardiologists say shoveling large amounts of snow for just a few minutes can significantly boost your heart rate and blood pressure—with increases equivalent to those achieved while running to exhaustion on a treadmill. Individuals at risk of heart disease particularly smokers and those with high “bad” cholesterol, high blood pressure or diabetes, must be very cautious. Working in cold weather is harder and breathing cold air can put an extra strain on your body. The impact on your back and your heart can also be very serious. Protect Your Heart • If you have history of heart problems, obtain your doctor’s permission to shovel. • Warm up first, especially if you’ve been a couch potato all year, and even if you don’t have a history of heart problems. • If you have a heart condition and you take nitroglycerin, be sure to keep it nearby in case you run into problems. • Don’t shovel after eating or while smoking. • Dress warmly. Warmth is very important because cold air constricts the blood vessels and puts a lot of strain on the cardiovascular system. • Take frequent breaks so that you can stop and catch your breath. • Don’t forget to breathe while you shovel. Exhale when lifting the snow and inhale when returning for another scoop. • At the first sign of discomfort—shortness of breath, pain in the chest, arms or shoulders, nausea or dizziness—go inside, call for medical help and lie down. These symptoms are often the first indication of a heart attack.

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Protect Your Back • I f you have a history of lower back pain, consider buying a snow blower or hiring someone to shovel your snow for you. •C ondition your back with stretch strengthening exercises throughout the year and before each time you shovel. •D on’t pick up too much snow at once. Scoop up half shovelfuls or less. •D on’t let your snow accumulate. It’s easier to shovel your walkways 3 or 4 separate times than to do it all at once. • Try to push the snow instead of lifting. • Avoid twisting at any time. • Consider wearing a back support to further protect against injury. In addition to keeping your heart and back safe, remember that dehydration is a possible negative effect of shoveling snow. Breathing cold dry air robs moisture from your body every time you take a breath. Because of this it is important to take frequent breaks and to drink plenty of water. If you or someone you know would like to learn more about Heartland Health Care Center, please contact Ann at 309-764-6744 or email 3081admiss@hcr-manorcare.com.

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healthy homes

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bout 3,500 Americans die each year in fires and about 18,300 are injured. You can stop the fire before it starts. Use this fact sheet to learn how to prevent a fire in your home and know what to do if you have a fire.

•K erosene heaters are not allowed in most places. • If you use a kerosene heater, only use the type of fuel listed in the instructions. • Allow your heater to cool before refueling and only refuel outdoors.

Stop an alternative heater fire before it starts: • K eep the fire inside the fireplace by making sure you have a fireplace screen large enough to stop flying sparks and rolling logs. • H ave your chimney inspected at least once a year. Tar build-up inside of the chimney can cause the chimney, roof, and the whole house to go up in flames. • S pace heaters need space. Keep items at least three feet away from each heater. • W hen buying a space heater, only buy one with a safety feature that automatically shuts off the power if the heater falls over. • Carefully follow manufacturers' set up and maintenance instructions. • F or wood stove fuel, use only seasoned wood - never use green wood, artificial logs, or trash. Seasoned wood looks dark, or gray when compared to green wood. Seasoned wood is white on the inside.

Be prepared for a fire: • O ne of the best ways to protect yourself and your family is to have a working smoke alarm that can sound fast for both a fire that has flames, and a smoky fire that has fumes without flames. It is called a "Dual Sensor Smoke Alarm." A smoke alarm greatly reduces your chances of dying in a fire. • Prepare an escape plan and practice it often. Make sure everyone in your family knows at least two (2) escape routes from their bedrooms.

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To learn more on how you can prevent fires and fire deaths, please contact your local fire department's office phone number (not 911) or visit www.usfa.fema.gov or www.ready.gov.

our military

Remembering Pearl Harbor & WWII By Rick Banas of BMA Management, Ltd.

hortly before 8 o’clock in the morning 70 years ago last month, hundreds of Japanese fighter planes attacked the U.S. Naval Base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. Nearly 2,000 U.S. soldiers and sailors died in the devastating attack. Another 1,000 were wounded. This past Veterans Day, Lee Trainor who lives at the Heritage Woods affordable assisted living community that we manage in Moline, Illinois, talked with me about where he was when he heard the news and his experience in World War II. He was living in Kansas City and had gone to Hutchinson, Kansas, for a visit. Hutchinson is located on the Arkansas River, nearly 40 miles northwest of Wichita. There was a radio playing on a small table in the lobby of the hotel where he was saying. It stopped playing so he went over to see what was wrong and heard the announcement. Two weeks later, Lee went into the service of our country at the age of 18. He was in the second wave of Marines to land on Iwo Jima in the battle with the Japanese for this strategic stronghold in 1945. He watched from within a few hundred yards as Marines raised the U.S. flag on Mount Suribachi. He spent nearly six week in combat on the island but says he does not remember a single thing from about the third day until the last day of combat. About 4 a.m. that morning, a live mortar landed just two feet away from where he was standing. He reasons that the mortar did not explode because the volcanic soil he was standing in was so soft. Following his discharge from the service, Lee went to the University of Missouri (Mizzou) in Columbia and on to enjoy a career in newspapers and advertising. While working for the Rocky Mountain News in Denver, he had the opportunity to cover President Eisenhower at a ranch up in the high country. Fred Collins, another resident of Heritage Woods of Moline, was working as a machinist at the Arsenal in Rock Island when Pearl Harbor was attacked. He served as a Fighting Seabee in the South Pacific. He was part of the Battle of Okinawa, which was the largest amphibious invasion of the Pacific campaign and the bloodiest battle in the Pacific War. Reportedly, more people lost their lives in the Battle of Okinawa than in the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Fred talked about serving in a fox hole during the battle, with bullets flying and Kamikaze aircraft and mortar shells dropping from the sky. His buddy serving next to him in the fox hole was killed. Fred was awarded a Bronze Star Medal for his service. Resident John Suggs spoke with me about serving in Pearl Harbor for two years. He worked for ship repair unit. I also had the pleasure of talking with a resident who had a sister who went into the WAVES in World War II to preserve family history. Their father had served in World War I and they could trace ancestor serving in our military back to the Civil War. She worked as a mechanic in Norman, Oklahoma.

Above is a picture of many of the residents at Heritage Woods of Moline who served in one of the branches of our military. We thank these and all Veterans for their service. For more information on Heritage Woods of Moline or to schedule a visit, please give them a call at 309-736-5655.

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Are You Hiding A Secret That Could Kill You? By Robert L. Byrum, D.D.S., P.C.

ome take the two-minute exam that could save your life. Advanced technology using light fluorescence may find a dangerous secret in your mouth quickly, without any bad-tasting rinses or discomfort. Oral cancer is common. Every year in the U.S. alone, about 37,000 individuals are diagnosed with oral cancer. If you were to add throat cancers to this, the number rises to about 48,000 people. Approximately one person every hour in America dies of oral cancer. Many of these deaths could be avoided if these oral conditions were discovered earlier. The five-year survival rate of oral cancers found early ranges about 80 to 90%. If found late, the survival rate drops as low as 30%. Oral cancer claims more victims than cervical, skin or testicular cancer. There has not been a decline in oral cancer over the last 30 years despite a reduction in smoking, which is a known cause of oral

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head injuries

Cerebral Concussion By Dr. Robert Milas, MD

erebral Concussion, the most common of all brain injuries in this country affects approximately four million people annually. The majority of these arise from sports and while high school students participating in contact sports occupy the greatest number of individuals experiencing a cerebral concussion, the recent increase in active sports makes this problem extend over a rather wide age range. Briefly defined, concussion is the affect of biomechanical forces acting in a rapid manner on the central nervous system to affect a variety of neurological symptoms and cognitive dysfunction. Thankfully, the majority of these injuries are self-limited and resolve spontaneously. While one classically defines cerebral concussion as a loss of consciousness, one should also suspect a cerebral concussion if a variety of signs or symptoms present themselves. The common signs associated with a cerebral concussion are amnesia for the event itself or events prior to or after the injury, behavioral changes, personality changes, difficulty with verbal or motor skills, loss of equilibrium, disorientation, change in emotional responses, difficulty with speech, and an apparent lack of contact with one’s surroundings. A number of symptoms also may be associated with a cerebral concussion, which includes visual changes, confusion, lightheadedness, lethargy, headache, difficulty with concentration, nausea or vomiting and aversion to light. When these symptoms present themselves preservation of the athlete’s safety is of immediate concern. The athlete should be removed from further competition and assessed for immediate life threatening problems. The possibility of a cervi-

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cal spine injury always is present symptoms may be clouded because of cognitive changes in the athlete. If the diagnosis of cerebral concussion is made, the most appropriate course is to remove the participant for the rest of the day. The individual should be closely monitored for at least three to four hours to determine whether or not there is any worsening in the condition and medical evaluation sought. The use of analgesics should be administered cautiously since certain anti-inflammatory medications, such as Aspirin and Ibuprofen may increase the potential for cerebral bleeding. How does one determine when it is safe to return to play? The first point to raise is that no individual should be returned to physical activity if any subjective or objective symptoms remain. This also excludes returning individuals to athletic participation whose symptoms are controlled with the use of medication. Finally, the patient should have a normal physical examination and should be asymptomatic both at rest and with mild exertion. It is very advisable to return these individuals to participation in a stepwise fashion and obviously avoid the risks of further head injury. We now know that the affects of frequent concussions are cumulative and may lead to permanent neurological dysfunction. It is very important to realize that cerebral concussion remains a clinical diagnosis and that very sophisticated neuro imaging may not show any changes in the patient. This does not mean that no damage has occurred and caution should prevail on returning a patient to activity, even with a normal imaging study such as CT or MRI. The most devastating effect of cerebral concussion is the development of malignant cerebral edema if one sustains a repeat head injury without appropriate recovery. This so-called second impact injury carries a fifty percent risk of death. Repeat cerebral concussions have to be considered very carefully and a decision made regarding retirement from further contact sports or sports, which involve significant risk of head injury. Our society cannot afford the emotional and economic damage of such injuries and it is our duty to ensure that our most vulnerable members of society are protected from such devastating events. Dr. Robert Milas is a Neurologist with an office at 4333 18th Avenue in Rock Island, IL. To discuss cerebral concussion or any other neurological issue, please call his office at (309) 762-9300.

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hen one is faced with the decision of amputation, many emotions are felt, most commonly, fear. Limb loss is a rising condition that many people are now facing, due to cancer, trauma or vascular complications, mainly from diabetes. But many amputees are able to regain function and are able to successfully overcome the loss of a limb. Education is main factor that enables one to overcome the fear of losing a limb.

“The permanent prosthesis can look like the original, or can resemble flesh be being outfitted by a flesh colored, soft foam cover.” A solid team should be in place to help an individual prepare for amputation. The combined knowledge of a doctor, physical and occupational therapist, and a prosthetist will be able to come up with a rehabilitation plan that will best enable success for the patient. After surgery, the doctor will evaluate the health condition of the patient, and the health of the remaining limb to determine if he or she is a candidate for prosthesis. A doctor will generally fit a patient with a post-operative cast the will protect the remaining limb. Soon after surgery, the patient will begin rehab, and rehab will continue after they have been discharged from the hospital. After 6-8 weeks and after physician clearance, the patient can be fitted with prosthesis. The prosthetist will evaluate the patient, and inquire about their activity and life goals, which will determine what type of prosthesis would be most suitable for the patient. Then a cast or scan of the remaining limb will be made, which will be used as a model for the prosthetic limb. A temporary model is made from the cast, known as a diagnostic socket. This is a temporary prosthesis that allows changes to be made for the fit or alignment once it’s used during therapy. This can take a few weeks to determine any changes that need to be made to ensure a proper fit. Then, a permanent, stronger prosthesis will be constructed. The permanent prosthesis will be more durable for every day wear and tear. The permanent prosthesis can look like the original, or can resemble flesh be being outfitted by a flesh colored, soft foam cover. Losing a limb can be very stressful and scary at the same time. Having the knowledge and being prepared will create a successful outcome and productive future! Choose your expert in dealing with limb loss. Eastern Iowa Orthotics and Prosthetics have over 30 years experience with creating artificial limbs. To get more information, give them a call at 563-391-6789.

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