Premiere Issue Iowa City Healthy Cells 2012 by Healthy Cells Magazine

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letter from the editor Welcome to the Premiere Issue of Healthy Cells Magazine of Iowa City! You have opened Healthy Cells Magazine because you care about your health. So do we! Every article in this publication will provide you with useful information pertaining to physical, nutritional, and emotional health that you can refer to again and again. Healthy Cells serves several purposes: 1. To get positive healthcare information to the public in a way that is accessible and convenient. I know how busy your lives are, which is why Healthy Cells will be available FREE in a wide range of locations that you already frequent. This copy is yours to keep or to pass along to someone who can use it. 2. To provide connections to local health care professionals who can communicate their expertise on new topics and innovations that you may not be aware of. 3. To be a community resource and provide a way for various nonprofit groups to gain needed exposure. I think you will enjoy reading about the Ronald McDonald House and all the wonderful services and support they provide to families in times of crisis. It’s very exciting for the Iowa City area to have its own edition of Healthy Cells. Healthy Cells Magazine was first published in March of 1999 in the greater Peoria, IL area. Since that time, it has grown due to the generosity of its readers, advertisers and the loyal medical community. I opened my first Healthy Cells in the Quad Cities in March of 2010, and am amazed and humbled how it’s been embraced by the community. I look forward to the same experience with the residents of the Iowa City area. As a University of Iowa graduate, it’s like I’ve come home again! The initial response and support from area professionals have been overwhelmingly positive. I would like to thank Shuva Rahim with Accent Photography, who does the photography for both the Quad Cities and Iowa City editions. I would especially like to thank the group of “founding advertisers” that made this first issue possible. They share my belief and vision that Healthy Cells will be a positive edition to the Iowa City community. Please remember this is a FREE publication. The advertisers in this publication believe enough in providing positive health information to the public that they were willing to pay for it so you wouldn’t have to. When you visit these businesses, please remember to let them know you appreciate their support for this new magazine. They will be delighted to serve you!

Healthy Cells Owner, Laurie Hutcheson, with her husband Geoff, sons Jake, Matthew and Drew and dog Gracie.

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Laurie Hutcheson Owner, Healthy Cells of Iowa City Premiere Issue 2012 — Iowa City — Healthy Cells Magazine — Page 3

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2012 Volume 1, Issue 1

Letter From The Editor: Welcome to the Premiere Issue

Healthy Homes: Fire Safety

Emotional: “killer Clichés About Loss”

Nutritional: “MyPlate” Replaces Food Guide Pyramid

This Month’s Cover Story: Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Eastern Iowa

Physical: Genesis Pediatric Therapy Offers Therapies Unique to the Region

Healthy Vision: Age Related Macular Degeneration

Medical History: A Pioneer in Blood Collection and Storage

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Healthy Cells Magazine is intended to heighten awareness of health and fitness information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for medical attention. See your healthcare professional for medical advice and treatment. The opinions, statements, and claims expressed by the columnists, advertisers, and contributors to Healthy Cells Magazine are not necessarily those of the editors or publisher. Healthy Cells Magazine is available FREE in high traffic locations throughout the Iowa City area, including major grocery stores, hospitals, physicians’ offices, and health clubs. Healthy Cells Magazine is published monthly and welcomes contributions pertaining to healthier living. Limelight Communications, Inc. assumes no responsibility for their publication or return. Solicitations for articles shall pertain to physical, emotional, and nutritional health only. Mission: The objective of Healthy Cells Magazine is to promote a stronger health-conscious community by means of offering education and support through the cooperative efforts among esteemed health and fitness professionals in the Iowa City area.

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healthy homes

Fire Safety A

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.

• Kerosene 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. 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.

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emotional

“Killer Clichés About Loss” Healthy Cells magazine is pleased to present the first in a series of feature articles on the subject of Grief ❣ Recovery®. The articles are written by Russell P. Friedman, Executive Director, and John W. James, Founder, of The Grief Recovery Institute. Russell and John are co-authors of WHEN CHILDREN GRIEVE - For Adults to Help Children Deal with Death, Divorce, Pet Loss, Moving, and Other Losses - Harper Collins, June, 2001 - & THE GRIEF RECOVERY HANDBOOK - The Action Program For Moving Beyond Death, Divorce, and Other Losses [Harper Perrenial, 1998]. The articles combine educational information with answers to commonly asked questions.

e have all been educated to acquire things. We have been taught how to get an education, get a job, buy a house, etc. There are colleges, universities, trade schools, and technical schools. You can take courses in virtually anything that might interest you. What education do we receive about dealing with loss? What school do you go to learn to deal with the conflicting feelings caused by significant emotional loss? Loss is so much more predictable and inevitable than gain, and yet we are woefully ill-prepared to deal with loss. One of the most damaging killer cliches about loss is time heals all wounds. When we present open lectures on the subject of Grief

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❣ Recovery®, we often ask if anyone is still feeling pain, isolation, or loneliness as the result of the death of a loved one 20 or more years ago. There are always several hands raised in response to that question. Then we gently ask, “if time is going to heal, then 20 years still isn’t enough?” While recovery from loss does take some time, it need not take as much time as you have been led to believe. Recovery is totally individual. There is no absolute time frame. Sometimes in an attempt to conform to other people’s time frames, we do ourselves great harm. This idea leads us to another of the killer cliches — you should be over it by now.

It is bad enough that well-meaning, well-intentioned friends attack us with killer cliches, but then we start picking on ourselves. We start believing that we are defective or somehow deficient because we haven’t recovered yet. If we take just the two killer cliches we’ve mentioned so far, we can see that they have something in common. They both imply that a nonaction will have some therapeutic or recovery value. That by waiting, and letting some time pass, we will heal. Let’s add a third cliche to the batch — you have to keep busy. Many grievers follow this incorrect advice and work two or three jobs. They fill their time with endless tasks and chores. At the end of any given day, asked how they feel, invariably they report that their heart still feels broken; all they accomplished by staying busy was to get exhausted.

“Grief ❣ Recovery® allow you to have fond memories not turn painful and help you retake a happy and productive place in your own life.” Now, with only three basic killer cliches we can severely limit and restrict our ability to participate in effective recovery. It is not only that people around us tell us these cliches, in an attempt to help, but we ourselves learned and practiced these false beliefs for most of our lives. It is time for us to learn some new and helpful beliefs to assist us in grieving and completing relationships that have ended or changed. QUESTION: I have heard that it takes two years to get over the death of a loved one; five years to get over the death of a parent; and you never get over the death of a child. Is this true? ANSWER: Part of the problem is the phrase get over. It is more accurate to say that you would never forget a child who had died, any more than you would ever forget a parent or a loved one. Another part of the problem is one of those killer cliches we talked about, that time, of itself, is a recovery action. Although recovery from loss does take some time, it is the actions within time that lead to successful recovery.

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The primary goal of Grief ❣ Recovery® is to help you “grieve and complete” your relationship to the pain caused by the emotional changes caused by death, divorce, and other losses. Successful application of the principles and actions of Grief ❣ Recovery® allow you to have fond memories not turn painful and help you retake a happy and productive place in your own life. In addition, you regain the ability to begin new relationships, rather than attempting to replace or avoid past relationships. Next month: “Less Than Loved Ones — Hopes And Dreams” For information about programs and services, write to The Grief Recovery Institute, P.O. Box 6061-382 Sherman Oaks, CA 91413. Call [818] 907-9600 or Fax: [818] 907-9329. Please visit our website at: www.grief-recovery.com.

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nutritional

“MyPlate” Replaces Food Guide Pyramid

irst L a d y M i c h e 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.

“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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Genesis Pediatric Therapy Helping kids make significant strides.

Maria Teresa Ferrer, who has a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, provides highly specialized treatment for youngsters with orthopedic and neurologic conditions using: n Dynamic Casting n TheraSuit n Universal Exercise Unit (“Spider Cage”)

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Treatment for brachial plexus injury at birth Constraint-induced movement therapy Sensory integration therapy Early intervention (birth to age 3).

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physical

Genesis Pediatric Therapy Offers Therapies Unique to the Region By Craig Cooper, Genesis Health System

as a Doctorate of Physical Therapy in the United States. She offers these non-traditional therapies at the Genesis Pediatric Therapy clinic in Coralville, located at 2451 Coral Court, #1. Contributing to Aiden’s success has been Ferrer’s expertise with the Universal Exercise Unit; the TheraSuit; and Dynamic Casting. “The therapies have made a remarkable difference,” said Megan Roy, an occupational therapist from Donahue, Iowa, who also has cerebral palsy. “Before, Aiden walked with a reverse walker and bi-lateral leg braces and kind of dragged himself along. Now, he can walk independently without braces. He falls a lot less. He can stand on one foot; he jumps; and, he’s learning to ride a bike. Maria Teresa and these therapies have done wonders for him.”

“The beauty of these treatments is they’re noninvasive, and they’re helping kids to be successful.” Aiden’s mother, who walks with crutches and leg braces, is gratified to see her son accomplish physical feats that she is unable to do despite years of physical and occupational therapy as a child. “It has been amazing to see Aiden’s progress,” she says.

Physical Therapist Maria Teresa Ferrer guides Aiden Roy, who has cerebral palsy, as he undergoes therapy with the TheraSuit. Ferrer offers these highly specialized therapies at the Genesis Pediatric Therapy clinic in Coralville, Iowa.

egan Roy never dreamed she would see her son Aiden run, jump or learn to ride a bike. Born with cerebral palsy, he has gone from being unable to walk without assistance to walking and playing independently. Aiden has made significant strides thanks to Genesis Physical Therapist Maria Teresa Ferrer and the highly specialized therapies she provides. Ferrer received master’s level training in Occupational Health in Columbia, as well Page 10 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Iowa City — Premiere Issue 2012

Dynamic Casting Dynamic Casting has helped Aiden walk and run without assistance and correct his toe-walking and hip and postural alignment. The cast, which he wears for 3-4 days at a time and then removes, gradually trains him to put weight on his heel when he walks for a more normal heel-toe gait. TheraSuit During therapy, Aiden wears a soft suit with attached elastic bands that Ferrer adjusts to help align his posture, facilitate muscle activation and improve his balance and strength. The suit also assists Aiden with body awareness and alignment while performing functional activities such as transition from sitting to standing position.

Universal Exercise Unit, or “Spider Cage” A successful treatment used in Europe, the Universal Exercise Unit suspends Aiden in the middle of a cage with unique support provided by bungee cords attached to a belt he wears. By eliminating gravitational forces, he can practice skills to help his balance, coordination and function and do so with a sense of security. “Patients would have to travel long distances in the United States or travel abroad for this intensive therapy,” says Ferrer, who is certified to treat patients with the Universal Exercise Unit. Ferrer came from Colombia, where emphasis is placed on more functional treatments as compared to surgeries or other medical technologies, she says. “The beauty of these treatments is they’re non-invasive, and they’re helping kids to be successful.” Other services Genesis Pediatric Therapy also offers specialized treatment in orthopedic and neurologic conditions, in addition to: • Treatment for brachial plexus injury at birth • Constraint-induced movement therapy • Sensory integration therapy • Early intervention (birth to age 3) • Aquatic therapy • Sequential Oral Sensory Feeding Approach For more information, call the Genesis Pediatric Therapy Clinic at (319) 853-0596 or send email to ferrerm@genesishealth.com.

It was just a simple fall. Yesterday. Every year, one out of three Americans over 65 falls in the home. For older Americans, falls are the most common cause of injury. And the leading cause of potentially lethal hip fractures. Yet, almost half of home falls can be easily prevented. To learn how to make yourself, or a loved one, safer at home, visit orthoinfo.org/falls.

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healthy vision

Age Related

Macular Degeneration By Stacy Thompson, MD, General Ophthalmologist, Eye Physicians and Surgeons LLP

t seemed appropriate to write about this subject since February is Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) awareness month. It is definitely a topic of interest to many as AMD is the leading cause of severe vision loss in Caucasians over age 65. I am often asked “What is Macular Degeneration?” AMD is a degeneration/deterioration of the macula. Many older people develop macular degeneration as part of the body’s natural aging process. The macula is the very center part of the retina that allows us to see fine details clearly and perform activities such as reading and driving. When there is disease of the macula, the central vision can be affected causing blurry vision, dark areas and/or distortion. AMD affects your ability to see near and far and everything in between. AMD can make some activities such as sewing or reading difficult or impossible. Although AMD decreases the central vision, it does not affect the peripheral or side vision, and therefore, AMD alone does not result in total blindness. Even in more advanced cases, people continue to have some useful vision and are often able to take care of themselves. In many cases, AMD’s impact on the vision can be minimal. Types of Macular Degeneration “Dry” (atrophic) macular degeneration is the most common form. It is caused by aging and thinning of the tissues of the macula. Vision loss is generally gradual. Deposits under the retina called drusen are a common feature. Drusen alone usually do not cause vision loss, but when they increase in size and/or number, this generally indicates an increased risk of developing advanced AMD and thus an increased risk of vision loss. “Wet” (exudative) macular degeneration accounts for about 10% of all AMD cases. It results when abnormal blood vessels form underneath the retina at the back of the eye. These new abnormal blood vessels leak fluid or blood and blur the central vision. Vision loss may be rapid and severe. What are the risk factors for Macular Degeneration? The exact causes of both “dry” and “wet” AMD are not completely understood. Genetics appears to be a major factor in more than half of the cases of AMD. Other risk factors may include a diet high in fat, cigarette smoking, exposure to bright sunlight, heart disease, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. How is Macular Degeneration Treated? Nutritional Supplements - People with moderate stages of “dry” AMD can lower their risk of developing advanced stages of AMD by taking a high-dose combination of vitamin A (beta carotene), vitamin C, vitamin E and zinc. Supplements do not appear to provide any Page 12 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Iowa City — Premiere Issue 2012

benefit among those who have either no AMD or very early AMD. It is important to remember that vitamin supplements are not a cure for AMD, nor will they restore vision that has already been lost from the disease. The goal of the vitamin supplements is to try to maintain what vision you do have. Intraocular Injections – Some people with “wet” AMD may benefit from medicine being injected into their eye. The medicine can help the eye reabsorb the fluid and/or blood that has leaked into the retina and decrease the likelihood of further leakage. Most often people require several injections over several months. This may preserve more sight overall but the medicine is unlikely to restore the vision to normal. In fact, despite advanced medical treatment, many people with AMD still experience some vision loss. Living with Macular Degeneration Your ophthalmologist (Eye M.D.) can detect early stages of AMD during a complete medical eye examination. To help you adapt to lower vision levels, your eye doctor may recommend low-vision optical devices such as magnifying devices, a closed-circuit television (screen to enlarge small print), large-print reading materials and talking or computerized devices. These devices can often enable people to continue to enjoy many of their favorite activities. For more information, please contact The American Macular Degeneration Foundation at www.macular.org or the Foundation Fighting Blindness at www.blindness.org. For more information on Stacy Thompson, MD, or Eye Physicians and Surgeons, LLP, call 319-338-3623 or visit our website at www.iowacityeye.com.

medical history

Dr. Charles Drew: A Pioneer in Blood Collection and Storage By Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center

hroughout time, there have always been doctors who were groundbreaking in their field, and one of those doctors was Dr. Charles Drew. Dr. Charles Drew was an African American doctor and researcher whose knowledge, vision and leadership helped realize the possibility of blood collection and storage; his discoveries in the 1930s and 40s served as a model for the future of blood banking. Dr. Drew was born in Washington DC. He attended a public school in the nation’s capital, and graduated in 1922 from Paul Lawrence Dunbar High School. He continued his education at Amherst College in Massachusetts, where he wrestled with the rigors of academics and serving as captain of the football team. Graduating from Amherst, Drew accepted a position at Morgan State College, teaching chemistry and biology, as well as coaching football. His medical education began during the Great Depression at McGill University School of Medicine in Quebec, Canada. Though Drew worked as a waiter while a student at McGill, he graduated second in his class of 137. Elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, Drew later became vice president of the Medical Honor Society. In 1933, he earned MD and CM (masters of surgery) degrees. Following internships at Royal Victoria Hospital and Montreal General, Dr. Drew was appointed to a residency in surgery (19361938) at Howard University’s Freedmen’s Hospital. A medical residency at New York City’s Presbyterian Hospital enabled him to do post-graduate work at Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons. There, he met his mentor and collaborator, Dr. John A. Scudder. Dr. Drew graduated from Columbia with the dissertation, “Banked Blood: A Study in Blood Preservation.” He was the first African American to receive the Mc Sc Degree (doctor of science in medicine).

Blood was urgently needed for wounded troops as war raged across Europe in 1940. Dr. Drew was chosen by the International Transfusion Association to organize the “Blood for Britain” project. The “Blood for Britain” project collected, processed, and transported 14,500 units of plasma—all within five months. Dr. Drew’s scientific research helped revolutionize blood plasma transfusion, so that pooled plasma could readily be given on the battlefield, which dramatically improved opportunities to save lives. Fearing the United States would be drawn into World War II, the U.S. armed forces requested the development of a similar blood collection system. Dr. Drew established an effective plasma collection and preservation organization — a model for today’s volunteer blood donation program. Dr. Drew advocated an opportunity for African Americans to donate to a desegregated blood bank. Dr. Drew returned to Freedmen’s Hospital as Chief of Surgery, and to Howard University as Professor and Chair of the Department of Surgery. There, Dr. Drew made what he considered to be his greatest contribution to medicine: teaching and helping to certify hundreds of black surgeons. In 1944, he received the NAACP Springarn Award for his contributions to humanity. Married in 1939, Dr. Drew and his wife, Lenore, had four children: (Bebe (for blood bank), Charlene, Rhea, and Charles). Dr. Drew died April 1, 1950, in a tragic car accident. It was widely rumored that he died from lack of proper medical treatment due to the color of his skin. This rumor has been proven incorrect, as fellow doctors who were also in the accident testified to the fact that Dr. Drew died from injuries sustained in the accident. Without the efforts of Dr. Drew, blood collection and storage would not be where it is today, and saving all the lives as a result.

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feature story

WELCOME HOME Providing Care for the Entire Family

Siblings Abigail & Caleb look after their new brother, John Peter.

John Peter, diagnosed with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, lies in bed with his stuffed monkey following surgery.

pprehension, trepidation, fear. All are common feelings parents face when coming to the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City for the first time. For Gina Ten Pas, it was no different. “It was a scorching hot July day when I first laid eyes on the Ronald McDonald House. I was 39 weeks pregnant and I, along with my husband and two young children, drove from Des Moines to check in to the Ronald McDonald House in Iowa City,” said Gina. The Ten Pas’ unborn son was scheduled to make his arrival the next day. However, it wasn’t going to be a typical delivery as John Peter had been diagnosed with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, or in common terms, the left side of his heart was severely underdeveloped. Within the first few days of his life, John Peter would undergo the most complicated heart surgery in pediatrics. Page 14 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Iowa City — Premiere Issue 2012

“I was filled with apprehension and worry the first night at the Ronald McDonald House. We were downright scared for our little boy and the effects this whole experience would undoubtedly have on our other two children who were too young to understand the gravity of the situation,” added Gina. Experiences like the Ten Pas’ are not uncommon for families traveling to the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City, a 31-room facility located just three blocks away from the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital. Families often come to the Ronald McDonald House experiencing a great deal of stress and uncertainty because of their child’s condition. Thankfully, the House has been around for 26 years and anticipates how to help families like the Ten Pas’ navigate the journey of having a critically ill child. Located just three blocks from the University of Iowa

Children’s Hospital, the House provides a “home away from home” for families to be near their sick kid. The goal is to provide everything a family needs during their stay so they can, instead, focus on the health of their child. “We had so much stress and worry in our lives. But the one thing we didn’t have to worry about was where we would eat and sleep. I remember eating a warm meal outside on the deck on a plate that wasn’t made of Styrofoam, and getting some much-needed fresh air,” said Gina. Even other amenities like the children’s playroom, the downstairs game room, fully-stocked pantry and kitchens, free laundry, wireless internet, library, and free parking passes play a large role in making the path families take easier. The large

The Ten Pas Family shortly before John Peter’s arrival into the world. Expanding Its Reach The care and concern for the health and well-being of children isn’t solely limited to the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City. In fact, the reach of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa (RMHC of Eastern Iowa) stretches beyond the walls of the House. Over the past four years, RMHC of Eastern Iowa’s grants program has impacted 7,900 Eastern Iowa children by supporting over 30 area non-profits whose projects or programs benefit the health and well-being of children. In The Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City, located just three blocks from 2011, RMHC of Eastern Iowa awarded $37,000 to 10 difUniversity of Iowa Children’s Hospital. ferent non-profit organizations. Beth Pfohl, Grants & Scholarships Coordinator at RMHC of Eastern Iowa, remarks “the program fits well with the mission backyard with a playground, patio deck, and wooded area make the of this organization by creating, finding and supporting organizations House a welcoming place for siblings, too. that directly improve the health and well-being of children. The organi “We strive to keep families together as much as possible,” said Sam zations impacted by the grants program help RMHC of Eastern Iowa Burke, Family Services Coordinator. “Because it’s been shown that extend its mission far beyond the Ronald McDonald House in Iowa kids heal faster if their parents and families are nearby and involved in City.” their medical treatment.” Also since 2008, RMHC of Eastern Iowa has offered graduating The Ten Pas’ stayed six full weeks as John Peter’s surgery and high school seniors the opportunity to receive a scholarship to aid with recovery had its ups and downs. Their initial apprehension and worry college tuition. Amber Heinrich, a senior at Iowa State University, was faded as much as it could, and the Ten Pas’ found themselves conthe first recipient of a multi-year scholarship. necting with the other families. “The scholarship has helped me reduce my college financial burden “I felt as though we had just joined ‘the club’…I was comforted to see that most students encounter,” said Amber. Beyond the financial help, these families pushing forward and thriving despite their difficult situation. the scholarship has been significant to Amber because it has taught her The warmth from their smiles reminded me that this didn’t have to be a life lesson of why volunteering is so important. horrible, lonely experience. We were in this together,” added Gina. “I knew that volunteering could make a difference, but I honestly John Peter is now acting like a normal baby and is next heart surgery didn’t know how much of a difference until I started volunteering at the is quickly approaching. His older sister, Abigail, and brother, Caleb, are Ronald McDonald House. The people who stay there just appreciate looking forward to coming to their “other home,” the Ronald McDonald the littlest things, like homemade brownies or playing with the kids in House of Iowa City. the play room for a little bit. You truly see how much of a difference you “Thanks to the House, our children have fond memories of their can make in a person’s life just by doing a nice deed or volunteering in baby brother being born,” added Gina. “The Ronald McDonald your community,” added Amber. House helped hold our new family of five together when we needed it the most.” Premiere Issue 2012 — Iowa City — Healthy Cells Magazine — Page 15

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“A Home Away From Home”

A look inside the Ronald McDonald House.

A guest at the Ronald McDonald House prepares breakfast in the large kitchen. If the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City is the cornerstone program of RMHC of Eastern Iowa, then its volunteers are the bricks and mortar of the organization. “Our organization thrives on its volunteers,” said Kristin Roberts, Executive Director, RMHC of Eastern Iowa. “We couldn’t possible do what we do, or be who we are without our volunteers.” Last year, alone, volunteers gave an average of 500 hours per month, saving RMHC of Eastern Iowa the equivalent of three full-time paid staff members. “I look forward to my Monday nights—even work my school schedule around it so I can come. Families are here for reasons they’d rather not be, but the people that make up the House, whether it be other volunteers, staff or the families, have created the warmest environment,” said weekly volunteer Kelsi Kellen. Whether it’s an individual In-House, weekly volunteer, a group providing a meal for the families, or a service organization looking for a project, there is a way for anyone to make a difference at RMHC of Eastern Iowa. Just ask Gina Ten Pas, “Our family is overwhelmingly grateful for all the volunteers and donations that keep the Ronald McDonald House running smoothly.”

To learn more about Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa, head to www.rmhc-easterniowa.org. Or, “like” RMHC of Eastern Iowa on Facebook at www.facebook.com/rmhceasterniowa. Please call the Ronald McDonald House at 319-356-3939 to arrange a tour of the facility and get a first-hand look at the outstanding work done by this organization. Page 16 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Iowa City — Premiere Issue 2012

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to creating, finding, and supporting programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children. Serving as the cornerstone program of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa, the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City serves about 1,700 families each year. Since the facility opened in 1985, families from all 99 Iowa counties, all 50 states, and over 56 foreign countries have called the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City their “home away from home.” The Ronald McDonald House is often full, operating around 90% occupancy throughout the year. The Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City is designed as a place of refuge for any family traveling to the community seeking critical medical care for a child age 21 or under. No family is ever turned away from a room at the Ronald McDonald House because of inability to pay the suggested $15.00 per night room fee. In 2011, over 50% of families staying at the Ronald McDonald House were unable to afford the nominal rate. To be eligible to stay at the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City, a family must reside at least 20 miles away from the House. Common areas in the 27,000 square-foot Ronald McDonald House include a large kitchen area, recreation room, guest library and computer room, laundry facilities, playroom, and more. Also available for families is a large backyard with a playground, patio deck, and wooded area for exploring. Donations Welcome Functioning as a non-profit organization, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa operates solely on private gifts. Besides the need for monetary gifts, the organization accepts items from its Wish List. A list of items included on the Wish List follows: • Paper products • Cleaning supplies • Laundry detergent • Non-perishable food items • Gift cards to local retailers Donations can be dropped off at the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City (730 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA, 52246) seven days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Donations to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa are tax deductible.

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veryday you are exposing yourself to bacteria, and viruses in the workplace, at school, through public transportation, with other family members and even in your own home that can cause you to get sick. Flu season typically begins in November and can last until May. It is estimated that as many as 20% of the U.S. population will get the flu each year. The elderly, newborns and people with certain chronic illnesses are particularly susceptible to complications with the flu. Determining if you have caught a cold or the flu can be tricky, but certain symptoms can differentiate between the conditions. If symptoms seem like the flu, contact a doctor right away, as a test can be done to confirm the illness. Symptoms can include: • Nausea and vomiting. • Fever with the flu can last 3 or 4 days. Fever with a cold is rare in older children and adults. • Headaches can appear suddenly or be severe when accompanied by the flu. Headache is rare with a cold. • Muscle aches can be severe with the flu. • Tiredness and weakness is often extreme with the flu and can last 2 or more weeks. Mild tiredness and weakness is associated with a cold. • Extreme exhaustion can occur with the flu, sometimes suddenly. • Runny nose, sneezing and sore throat are often a cold symptom and only sometimes a flu symptom. • While cough with the flu can become severe, a mild hacking with a cold is more common. There are also steps that you can take to prevent yourself from contracting the flu: • Get a flu shot - Yearly flu vaccinations begin around September and continue through flu season. Those who should get vaccinated each year include children (6 months-19 years), pregnant women, people 50 years or older, people with certain chronic medical conditions and those living in long-term care. • Get plenty of rest • Wash your hands regularly • Keep your immune system strong

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21st Century Bunion Care Understand How Research and Training Have Led to Improved Treatments By Professional Foot & Ankle Care

bunion also known as, hallux abducto valgus, is one of the most common deformities in the foot. The bunion is characterized by the great toe drifting outward as the metatarsal bone produces a “bump” on the inside of the foot near the big toe joint. A bunion is a progressive deformity, usually worsening with age and is more common in females. The majority of bunions are hereditary and are caused by a tendon imbalance that leads to boney adaptation. Pain can develop along the bump or deep inside the big toe joint. Also the foot can collapse from the malalignment along the arch causing skin changes such as callouses and irritation. Other deformities, such as hammertoes or curling of the toes, may develop as the bunion progresses. The great toe acts as a keystone of the front of the foot and when it becomes misaligned, often the rest of the foot may begin to have pain. The initial exam involves a history & physical and X-rays to help define the appropriate conservative and possibly surgical recommendations. The treatment options are discussed and all questions are answered. “This visit should be educational for the patient so they can make informed decisions about what is best for them,” explains Dr. Bradly Bussewitz. “When my patients and I are on the same page regarding treatments, our success rate goes through the roof.” Success is defined by deformity correction and a pain free return to activities.

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A painful bunion can be disabling and limit ones ability to work and other daily activities such as golf. Conservative treatments aim to relieve pressure along the bump and reduce irritation along the nerve. Shoe-gear modifications, pads, and straps are available and can offer pain relief. Anti-inflammatory medications may also prove beneficial. Conservative efforts are non-invasive and should be attempted prior to surgery. Surgical treatment has improved as the foot has recently had a surge in research leading to better surgical treatment options. Having just completed a fellowship in foot and ankle reconstruction, Dr. Bussewitz, offers the latest innovations in bunion surgery right here in Eastern Iowa. He recently published “Modern Techniques in Hallux Abducto Valgus” describing his techniques to the foot and ankle surgeons around the world. During my Fellowship year after residency, I was fortunate to train with leaders from the United States, Europe, and Asia to gain insight and experience regarding bunion and other foot and ankle surgery,” Dr. Bussewitz says.

“There is not one bunion surgery that works for all bunion types. A surgeon must have experience with many different repair techniques to have a reproducible lasting result,” Dr. Bussewitz says. “I usually perform a bone cut and soft tissue rebalancing procedure.” Advances in the screws and plates have allowed Dr. Bussewitz to get his patients walking quickly after surgery. The post-operative pain is also much improved using a combination of anesthesia and medications. “Usually my patients are walking only days after surgery and are surprised by how little pain they experience after surgery,” says Dr. Bussewitz. The surgery is outpatient, meaning patients go home after the procedure, which he performs at Mercy Hospital or the Ambulatory Surgery Center in Iowa City. Dr. Bussewitz has a love for foot and ankle care and is excited to be back in the Iowa City/Coralville area offering conservative and surgical treatment for bunions and other foot and ankle pain. For more information on understanding bunion or other foot and ankle pain and the various treatment options, visit www.ProfessionalFootAnkle.com or call (319)-337-2021 for an appointment. Dr. Bussewitz is a Fellowship trained foot & ankle surgeon practicing in Iowa City and Coralville. Premiere Issue 2012 — Iowa City — Healthy Cells Magazine — Page 19

connection

Beloved: Strengthening Relationships Through Pictures By Shuva Rahim

Why do you take pictures? It’s a question with multiple answers. I get to meet wonderful people. I’m allowed to capture special moments in their lives. And I use these moments to tell extraordinary stories about them. In the 4 years I’ve been in business, I have seen my art make an impact on people’s lives. One client’s photos resulted in a long-lost classmate to get in touch with her after she posted the images on Facebook. And a family I photographed whose son underwent a lifeextending procedure planted the seed for one of my brides to register as a bone marrow donor. In 2010, I was compelled to go deeper. According to Dr. Robert Epstein – longtime psychology researcher who taught a relationship science course at the University of California-San Diego and is a contributing editor of Scientific American Mind – about half of first marriages, two-thirds of second marriages and three-fourths of third marriages fail in this country. Think about that. Relationships are the most important things we have. Yet the odds of staying together are low. Epstein says marriages fail in large part because we enter into relationships with highly unrealistic expectations and poor skills for maintaining them. The idea of photography – my art – helping change the divorce rate sound crazy. Or is it? Page 20 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Iowa City — Premiere Issue 2012

BELOVED We always celebrate milestones: A graduation. An engagement. A wedding. The birth of a new baby. Rarely do we celebrate staying together. We celebrate anniversaries, but never try to capture the relationship. Until now. Last year, I introduced Beloved – an un-staged exclusive session created for couples that have been together for at least 3 years. Beloved is capturing who couples are – not what they look like. Shannon and Abby Moran have been married for more than 10 years. They have 3 young children and run a business together. Their Beloved session, with just the two in their home ¬ – no children present – allowed them to spend time together in a unique way. “A Beloved session is more than a photo shoot – it’s an experience!” Abby said. “What a treasure it is to have had these authentic, intimate, loving moments captured!” W.K. and Nancy Junker felt the same way. They have been married more than 30 years, have fun together and find themselves laughing a lot. “What surprised me most about the session was how well it went. I was surprised by how easy it was, how comfortable,” Nancy said. “These photos were different because we got to just be ourselves. We didn’t have to pose. We were laughing. I mean, it was real. They weren’t forced smiles.”

Beloved isn’t a fix-it session. It’s not a session for couples on the verge of breaking up. It is for couples that remain together, but don’t always have the time for each other. Which is why Beloved exists. It’s like a great first date for couples who have been together for a long time, a chance to show the person you’re with how much they mean to you. More than 15 couples in the Iowa City, Quad-Cities and Cedar Rapids areas have had an experience with Beloved. And with each session the photos they loved most weren’t posed, but ones showing a connection. When Daren and Curtis Harris, together for more than 7 years, did the Beloved session they already considered themselves very close. Beloved elevated their relationship to a new level of appreciation when I asked them to tell each other during the session how much they love each other. “You have started something between Curtis and I,” Daren told me. “The ‘I love you more than...’ We have kept it up and it is now a part of our day. Your time with us made a difference in how we communicate with each other now.” Are my sessions going to guarantee a long, happy relationship? Absolutely not. What they can create is a memorable, fun experience couples will cherish for years – and... perhaps one that can influence how their children view them and affect relationships for future generations.

Shuva Rahim is a lifestyle photographer and owner of Accent Photographics, based in Davenport and Iowa City. She specializes in photographing young families, couples in love, and business professionals. You can follow Shuva on her blog (www.shuvarahim.com), Facebook (www. facebook.com/accentphotographics) or Twitter (www.twitter.com/shuvarahim). To learn more about Beloved contact her at shuva@accentphotographics.com, or at (563) 528-2035 or (319) 512-9344.

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New State-of-the-Art Treatments Help Patients Suffering From Either Acne or Varicose and Spider Veins By Dr. Kimberly K. Schulz, MD, Infinity Skin Care and Spa & Vein Center

Giving Acne Patients Hope: New ACLEARA™ Acne Clearing Laser System The new ACLEARA™ Acne Clearing Laser System is a breakthrough acne treatment that combines a gentle vacuum with pulses of specially-filtered light to help patients clear pores and treat acne breakouts. The ACLEARA™ Acne Clearing Laser System is cleared by the FDA and is appropriate for all skin types, including very light and very dark skin tones. Kimberly K. Schulz, MD and her clinical skin care practice Infinity Skin Care and Spa in Coralville, Iowa is the very first provider in the state of Iowa to offer this system to their patients. “As a dermatologist, I see the full spectrum of acne patients, from teenagers suffering from adolescent acne breakouts to men and women in mid-life experiencing acne for the first time. ACLEARA™ is a fast, non-invasive treatment option for patients that effectively reduces acne and clears pores of oils, dead skin cells, and bacteria,” explains Kimberly K. Schulz, MD. ACLEARA™ is an alternative for patients who have tried other acne treatments that were unsuccessful, including over-the-counter or prescription medications. Acne sufferers with oily skin and/or large pores can also see significant improvement from a series of ACLEARA™ treatments. The ACLEARA™ system is powered by a hand piece that makes contact with the treatment area, vacuums pores clean by extracting sebaceous materials, then delivers a targeted pulsed light that activates porphyrins to destroy acne-causing bacteria and reduce sebum production. Patients experience little to no discomfort during the short procedure and can resume normal daily activities immediately following treatment, with no downtime. Page 22 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Iowa City — Premiere Issue 2012

State-of-the-Art VNUS ® Closure Procedure Treats Underlying Cause of Varicose Veins With Minimal Patient Discomfort Imagine Life Without Varicose Veins or Spider Veins. VNUS is a new non-invasive treatment which offers hope to patients who suffer from varicose and spider veins. Dr. Schulz is pleased to offer vein patients the VNUS ® ClosureFAST catheter, an endovenous radiofrequency (RF) ablation device designed to heat, shrink and close diseased saphenous veins (large leg veins) in approximately three minutes of virtually painless treatment with minimal after-effects for the patient. The outpatient procedure is designed to treat the medical condition known as venous reflux disease, and is not considered cosmetic surgery. The VNUS Closure procedure is covered by most national insurance programs. “Our venous disease patients are very happy with the Closure ® procedure,” said Dr. Schulz, a leading dermatologist in the Corridor. “They are amazed at how quickly the procedure is completed and how little discomfort they feel, and they are pleased to be able to walk out after the procedure and resume normal activities the next day. And I have found the treatment outcomes to be excellent – the procedure is successful in closing the vein, and the patients’ quality of life improves immediately.” Under local anesthesia, the ClosureFAST catheter is threaded into the diseased saphenous vein through a small puncture, and RF energy is transmitted through the device to heat and seal the vein walls. The body subsequently re-routes blood flow through healthier leg veins, restoring normal circulation, and the varicosity symptoms quickly dissipate. Clinical studies have found the procedure more than 97% effective at the one-year follow-up visit and virtually painless for most patients. As a medical necessity, the procedure is covered by Medicare and most private health insurance plans. “This is a tremendous technological leap beyond vein stripping, the traumatic surgery that was previously used to remove diseased veins,” said Dr. Schulz. “It

is enormously gratifying to provide a patient with a resolution to a medical issue they may have struggled with for decades.” Sclerotherapy is a treatment that offers dramatic clearing of spider veins. A specialized solution is injected into the spider veins, causing a “scarring down” of the vessel so it can no longer be seen. Some spider vein patients who have larger veins may benefit from a technique called ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy, where a foam solution is injected into the vein, causing the vein to compress and diminish. Millions of Americans suffer with venous disease and more than 25 million Americans suffer from severe varicose veins, which can cause pain, swelling, fatigue and disfigurement. Half of all seniors, including two-thirds of women over 60, will experience the condition at some point. Heredity, pregnancy, obesity and careers requiring extended standing, like nursing and teaching, are the primary risk factors. Complications of venous disease may include leg ulcers and dangerous blood clots. Infinity Vein Center is fully integrated with Infinity Skin Care and Spa, which was established in 2004 and provides clinical skin care, cosmetic dermatology and facial spa services. The practice is led by Kimberly K. Schulz, MD, board certified dermatologist, and provides a focus on skin fitness, sun protection and overall facial and skin rejuvenation, as well as diagnosis and treatment of venous insufficiency, varicose veins and spider veins. Dr. Schulz and her staff are dedicated to providing the finest care and the most advanced minimally invasive techniques for the treatment of venous disease and its symptoms.

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“That Surgery Can Make a Guy Impotent” The first in a series of excerpts from “Making Love Again” by Virginia and Keith Laken The subject matter of this book is of a personal and explicit nature, and may not be suitable for younger or ultra-conservative readers.

n Making Love Again, Virginia and Keith Laken describe in intimate detail their struggle with impotence. It is their struggle, even though it is Keith’s impotence. Together they recount the various treatments, the anxious moments and the false hopes, the good sex and the bad, the cures that weren’t. And they report the corresponding rise and fall of their relationship — all with such unreserved honesty that the book is a genuine pageturner.” — Psychology Today “Are you listening to me? That surgery can make a guy impotent! There’s no way I’d risk letting that happen to me!” “How can you say that?” I demanded, my voice becoming shrill. “How could you even think of risking your life for the sake of having sex?” “Having sex is what makes a man a man. If a guy can’t perform, he might as well hang it up.” “If you have cancer and you don’t get rid of it, you’re going to die long before you should.” Tears began to fill my eyes for the millionth time. “Then what would happen?” I asked forlornly. “I’d be left alone. A widow. And why? Because you want to have sex!” Keith gave me a hard stare, his blue eyes piercing. “Gin. Listen. To. Me.” He said, punctuating each word with increasing precision. “I keep telling you. This is not just about sex. It’s about life. What kind of life would I have if I couldn’t make love to you anymore? If I thought people didn’t respect me? What kind of life would that be?” “Hon, I know sex is important. I understand that. But sex isn’t everything. It’s not important to me that we have sex,” I reassured him, “only that I have you.” “That’s nice to hear!” he said sarcastically. “Well you might not care about having sex anymore Gin, but I do!” “And if my choice is to live longer and be half a man, or to live a shorter life with all my capabilities, you’d better believe I’d rather live a shorter, more fulfilling life!” We had been shocked, in January of 1993, when the doctors had first suggested a biopsy. Keith was only forty-seven years old at the Page 24 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Iowa City — Premiere Issue 2012

time — way too young for prostate cancer. But the blood work had indicated otherwise. When the first biopsy came back negative, we had wanted to believe we were safe. But the experience had been so disturbing we couldn’t shake it. Especially Keith. Ever the pragmatist, he had wanted to be prepared just in case, and understand all his options. So he’d started doing some research on prostate cancer and treatment choice. From the beginning, the two of us had looked at these options from different perspectives. I had thought any potential cancer should be totally removed from Keith’s body, and thus, I only had considered surgery. Our marriage was strong and supportive, our health good. Never did we think that cancer would enter our lives and cause us to start arguing so vehemently. Whenever we discussed the possibility of cancer or impotence, we lost our sense of humor, digressing quickly into touchy sarcasm that made it impossible to maintain a civil discussion.

In January 1995, when it was time for Keith’s third prostate screening, we were both tired. We had been living in a kind of purgatory, enduring torturous waiting between yearly appointment, and always wondering if this time the cancer would be confirmed. The stress and uncertainty had taken a toll on us, and we talked about making this our last appointment ever. Dr. Barrett made a few notes in Keith’s chart, and then looked at us. The results, he said, were alarming. Not only had Keith’s PSA level risen once more, but Dr. Barrett could now feel a nodule on Keith’s prostate. Sure enough, he suggested the dreaded third biopsy. Keith refused. Emphatically. The physician reviewed the important factors of prostate cancer for both of us, emphasizing the high death rate. “Please reconsider,” added Dr. Barrett. We didn’t stay long after that. Keith quickly assured the physician he would think about “everything,” and promised to call within the week with his decision. The day after the appointment, our daughter phoned from her home in Washington State. She could tell that I was upset. “What’s wrong, Mom?” she asked in a worried voice. I broke down immediately. “It’s your Dad. They’re almost positive he has cancer, and he says he won’t have a third biopsy! Says he’s sick of the whole thing! Then there’s treatment. Your father’s so afraid of becoming impotent; he’d rather die than have surgery! What if he does have cancer?” I managed to gasp. “His concern over keeping his sex life is going to kill him!” “Mom, do you remember the conversation you had with Steven and me when we were teenagers about how we should feel about sex? It seemed so important to you that we learn to truly appreciate it. You said we should think of sex as a chance to give and receive pleasure through our bodies.” Beth continued. “I remember you saying, ‘Never be ashamed or embarrassed about your sex drive. Treasure it as a beautiful gift.’ Do you remember that talk, Mom?” Of course I remembered that talk almost 10 years earlier. Talking to the children like that had been such a turning point in my own life. I had been raised to be a “good girl” where sex was concerned. My conservative, religious parents had instilled in me a belief that sex was wrong before marriage, after which, it became miraculously all right. Consequently, when Keith and I married at the age of 21 I was shy and hesitant in my sexual behavior, and certainly inexperienced. Keith was different. He was liberal, daring, and anxious to experiment. Keith thought of sex as a natural pat of being human, and something we should never hesitate to enjoy. Our two very different views about sex had sometimes caused problems in our marriage. Until the day I had had “that talk” with the children.

It had been such an awakening to hear myself. What a revelation it had been to discover that I had mentally adopted Keith’s beliefs, but had never actually put them into practice. “Yes, I remember, Beth. As a matter of fact, it was after that talk with you and Steven that I decided to be more open about sex myself.” I thought about how proud I was for doing that. For changing. For being more open to experimenting. For not holding back so much. In the last ten years, our sex life had become much more satisfying to both of us, mostly because I had been willing to change. Sex was more exciting now than it had ever been. And we expected it to only get better. When I got off the phone, I thought again about how important sex really was in our marriage. For the first time, I felt some empathy for Keith’s fears — and hesitantly acknowledged to myself that it might be hard to give up what we now had. But still, I couldn’t go so far as to agree that Keith shouldn’t have this biopsy — or surgery if he needed it! In the end, Keith did agree to have a third biopsy. Two weeks later, the procedure was performed. Cells were extracted and sent to the pathologist. Once again, we were left waiting for the results, wondering if our lives would be forever changed. We had stopped arguing, at least for the time being. Now we were just holding our breath.

Next month: “Our Cancer Nightmare Comes True”

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DIAMONDS AREN’T A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND.

Looking good on the outside begins by being strong on the inside. That’s because later in life, especially for women, strong bones help prevent fractures and height loss. Your window to build maximum bone density is now, during your late teens and early twenties. So eat wisely, get plenty of calcium and vitamin D, and do weight-bearing exercises every day. To devise a plan that’s right for you, go to aaos.org or rjos.org. Page 26 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Iowa City — Premiere Issue 2012

“THE FREEDOM TO CHOOSE”

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YOUR IMAGING CENTER IS YOUR CHOICE. When you need an elective or required imaging exam, ask for Corridor Radiology by name. We’ll save you time, money and provide outstanding care for you and your family—all within a private, state-of-the-art clinic setting with free parking! Just like choosing where to have your prescription filled, where you fulfill your imaging exam is up to you! Visit us online today at www.corridorradiology.com. EXPANDED HOURS! We’re here to serve you 8am - 8:30pm Monday through Friday, and 8am-5pm Saturdays, Sundays & holidays*. 2769 Heartland Dr., Coralville, IA NEW! Coral West Health Center Call for a tour! 319.545.7300 *Excluding Christmas Day.

Before You Change Your Look, Look To Us. University of Iowa offers plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures in a safe and private setting. If you want to improve how you look, where you go does matter. University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics has a full range of surgical and non-surgical procedures by board-certified doctors who specialize in the face, body, skin or eyes. And your physician will work with you to figure out exactly what you need to achieve the look you want. So no matter what you want to improve, by turning to UI you can be confident you’ll receive the level of care and the look you deserve.

For information about our services, financing options, or to schedule a consultation, call 1-855-4MY-UILOOK, 319-384-8100 (local) or visit uihealthcare.org/4MYUILOOK. Winter Special: Treat yourself to our revolutionary ® Fraxel laser skin resurfacing by April 1, 2012 and receive $100 off your first session. SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

FACE

Rhinoplasty Face Lift Clarisonic® Brow Lift Cover Fx® ® Elta sunscreens (new) Eyelid Surgery Otoplasty Obagi® ® Neck Lift Skin Medica (new) Chin Augmentation

BODY Liposuction Tummy Tuck Body Contouring Breast Augmentation Breast Lift Breast Reduction Male Breast Reduction Body Lift

NON-SURGICAL

Botox® Restylane,® Juvederm,® Radiesse,® Sculptra® Chemical Peels Spider Vein Treatments Fraxel® Laser Skin Resurfacing Laser Hair Removal Tattoo Removal