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GET YOUR PINK ON! • Shape up your skin for autumn Also in this issue: • Help for heartburn • Athletes: Focus on flexibility • Michael Phelps' secret weapon?

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chools and colleges are starting very soon, and so will skin diseases. Close proximity to others can lead to spread of “ringworm”(not really a worm), herpes virus, impetigo, lice (now very resistant to previous simple measures to treat), scabies, athlete’s foot, and many other skin diseases. These breakouts can appear similar to the untrained eye, which is why you should have those skin eruptions (rashes) seen and treated by a boardcertified dermatologist.

Also, just because school starts at the end of summer does not mean you should forget sunscreens. If you have acne, your acne can worsen six weeks following a sunburn. and the dark spots (scars) where the acne was will get darker than the surrounding skin. If you are an outdoors person who enjoys sledding, skiing, or just going for a walk, do not let the outside cooler temperatures fool you into thinking you don’t require sunscreen.

Don’t walk barefoot in showers or locker rooms. Wear flip-flops as much as possible to prevent athlete’s foot (fungus). This simple, annoying breakout on your feet frequently leads to involvement of toe and fingernails, which can be very difficult to eliminate.

Very few individuals realize that 80% of their facial appearance with aging is due to prior sun exposure and subsequent skin damage. All the brown spots (“age spots”), broken blood vessels on the face, fine lines, and sagging skin are caused almost entirely by sun! This is something young people should be aware of since we get 80% of our lifetime sun exposure by the time we are 18-20 years of age.

What about the “worry lines” between your eyes, deep smile lines, upper lip lines (lipstick runs uphill), and your sagging jowls and neck? These unfortunate changes caused by prior sun exposure can be improved dramatically with pain-free, non-invasive cosmetic procedures performed by Dr. Handler.

The NEW Thermage CPT Deep Tip procedure painlessly heats damaged collagen under your skin to tighten and lift sagging areas of the neck, jowls, upper arms, and abdomen. The NEW Thermage CPT Deep Tip procedure utilizes radiofrequency energy (not laser) to uniformly heat the dermis (deeper layer) while the epidermis (top layer) is cooled and protected. This heating of the dermis causes immediate collagen contraction and tightening followed by new collagen production over a period of time. This procedure also encourages a natural repair process that results in further tightening, lifting, and younger-looking skin.

With only ONE treatment, results are seen before leaving the office. Continued tightening and lifting of sagging skin occurs over a 6-month time period with results lasting 3-4 years! There is NO downtime and NO pain. The NEW Thermage CPT Deep Tip system has been utilized by Dr. Handler for many years with excellent results and very satisfied patients.

For lines between the eyes (worry lines), crow’s feet, and the “sleepy and tired look with droopy eyelids,” the use of Botox or Dysport works well to improve these areas. The results are

diminished lines and a more “wide awake” and less tired appearance. Botox/Dysport are also fantastic to reduce anxiety-induced underarm sweating for months. This is performed entirely by Dr. Handler with minimal pain with results of decreased sweating lasting 5-7 months and longer.

The use of fillers, such as Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, Radiesse, and others, to “fill” deep smile lines and the marionette lines (the sad look) from the corners of the mouth produces immediate results lasting 12-15 months! Don’t look tired or sad! Since these products are combined with a numbing agent, the pain is minimal.

Now, Dr. Handler utilizes the injection of a new filler called “Restylane Silk.” This product markedly improves upper and lower lip lines (lipstick lines). Restylane Silk also volumizes your lips and restores their natural curve while looking attractive and natural. Restylane Silk also can be utilized to minimize the “worry lines” between your eyes.

There is no downtime with these non-invasive procedures.

For fine lines, large pores, and brown (age) spots, the Clear and Brilliant laser produces awesome visual results after 3-5 treatments.

This is a painless procedure whereby Dr. Handler utilizes a laser to produce thousands of small columns of empty space in your dermis, which your body fills with its own collagen. This results in softer, smoother, and diminished facial lines and smaller pores. There is NO downtime with this procedure. When the Clear and Brilliant laser is combined with Thermage CPT Deep Tip, the results are ideal for patients who desire no downtime or pain and predictable results of lifting sagging skin and smoothing fine lines.

Dr. Handler is the only dermatologist performing this procedure in Northwest Ohio.

Prospective clients who decide to have non-ablative cosmetic procedures performed by Dr. Handler are not gender specific. Men are now utilizing skin products for reducing the appearance of aging and having procedures to maintain their younger and vibrant look just as are women. Males seeking cosmetic procedures have tripled over the past 10 years in their desire to recapture their more youthful appearance. Age is not a factor in deciding to improve your self-image. Whether you seek to improve

the appearance of your aging face, neck, or other “sagging” areas due to competition in the work force or simply for your own self-esteem, these procedures and anti-aging products are for you!

Dr. Handler has performed these procedures for many years with very gratifying results and very satisfied patients.

All of these cosmetic enhancements are performed entirely

by Dr. Handler. To view before-and-after photographs of patients who have had these procedures performed by Dr. Handler, visit www.drharveyhandler.com. For more detailed information about the above-mentioned procedures or products, please call Dr. Handler’s office at 419-8853400. Also, please remember to have a yearly full body exam conducted by a board-certified dermatologist to check for skin cancer.

Hair loss in men and women

Are you losing hair from surgery, anaesthesia, illnesses, pregnancy, medications, stress, genetics, or “normal” hair loss secondary to aging or low blood levels of nutrients? There are many causes of hair loss in men and women. Most are not simply due to age or family history, and most are treatable. Now these problems of hair loss can be evaluated and there is hope for reducing your hair loss and stimulating new growth.

Dr. Harvey Handler, board-certified dermatologist of Sylvania, Ohio, has a medical treatment for decreasing your hair loss and increasing growth in many patients!

After appropriate examination of your scalp hair and appropriate blood testing is performed by Dr. Handler to rule out treatable medical causes, Dr. Handler will discuss a program to decrease your hair loss, increase growth, and cause the hair you have be fuller and thicker. This is not a product that is forever. This new treatment works with or without Rogaine (minoxidil, which is forever) for reducing loss and promoting growth.

Call Dr. Handler’s office to set up an appointment for a thorough evaluation and discussion of your particular hair loss and the therapy that will be individualized for you.

Don’t assume because it “runs in the family” that you can do nothing to slow your hair loss. Most patients notice a decrease of loss in 30-60 days! ❦

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September 2016 • Vol. 21, Issue 9

2 Shape up your skin for autumn 17 Walt's Corner Quick and Easy Banana Cookies 37 Eating Well Seniors and malnutrition risk 6 Options for treating advanced prostate cancer are

by Laurie Syring RD/LD plentiful 7 New Mercy Health center offers help for heartburn 8 Focus on flexibility is key in preventing sports CHILDREN & PARENTING injuries 14 Toledo Orthopaedic Surgeons expands continuum 25 Why tennis? by Mark S. Faber, USPTA Elite of services with stem cell therapy Professional 16 Nobody’s Perfect What should I take?

43 Add some color to your child’s plate! by Barbara

by Sister Karen Zielinski, OSF Okuley 18 The September “Big Three,” by Jim Berger 44 Five tips to prevent the afterschool snacking 20 Wise Words from Otterbein It’s autumn; don’t make saboteur, by Kat Tomasewski it fall season!

22 Have you heard of hyperacusis?

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by Dianna Randolph, AuD, CCC-A 26 Seeing the importance of vision health 5 Elizabeth Scott to hold 8th annual September Fest!

28 Cupping! Michael Phelps’ secret weapon?

10 Friends for Foster Kids Fundraiser to be held

by Douglas A. Schwan, DC, Dip ac 12 Get your pink on! Race for the Cure returns to 40 Balancing the blessings and burdens of caregiving Toledo September 25 41 Breakthrough in-office treatment resolves intimate 15 St. Clare Commons strengthens community post-menopausal issues connections with September special events 42 Sound Advice from Northwest Ohio Hearing Clinic 23 Lutheran Homes Society names Vice President

by Randa Mansour-Shousher, AuD, CCC-A of Post-Acute Services 45 The Academy Corner To vaccinate or not to vaccinate? 29 Non-Profit of the Month: Aurora Project

by Ibtissam Gad and Emily Zender 32 Renaissance now underway at Reynolds Senior Village 36 Sunset Village to open state-of-the-art rehab TAKING CARE OF YOUR LIFE facility this fall 30 Health Crossword, by Myles Mellor 38 Senior Discovery Days at the Toledo Zoo 33 Spiritually Speaking God’s justice is not ours 39 Senior Living Guide

by Sister Mary Thill 44 “Get real about teal” and walk the walk for 34 Don't get stuck in your comfort zone ovarian cancer!

by Amanda Manthey 46 Back on the bowling lanes thanks to Laurels rehab 47 A Walk in the Park Smile and say cheese

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Dear Readers, Thank you for picking up the September issue of Healthy Living News. As the image on our cover suggests, it’s time to get ready for the 23rd Annual Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure, to be held Sunday, September 25 in downtown Toledo. In fact, this issue marks our 20th consecutive year as a proud sponsor of Race for the Cure, a vital event that brings hope to so many area residents whose lives have been touched by breast cancer. For more details, see the article on page 12.

Of course, our Race for the Cure cover story just scratches the surface of this month’s diverse content. Also in this issue you’ll find must-read articles on the family friendly September Fest, to be held on Saturday, September 10 on the Elizabeth

Scott Community’s campus (p. 5); the multimilliondollar renovation currently underway at Reynolds Senior Village in Toledo (p. 32); the state-of-the-art prostate cancer treatment options offered in our community at Toledo Clinic Cancer Centers (p. 6); the vital resources accessible to informal caregivers through ProMedica and other community organizations (p. 40); Mercy Health’s brand-new Heartburn Center (p. 7); the importance of flexibility training in the prevention of sports injury, with insights from a physician at The University of Toledo Health Orthopedic Center (p. 8); and the cutting-edge stem cell therapy now available at Toledo Orthopaedic Surgeons (p. 14).

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or the eighth consecutive year, great-grandmother’s farmhouse in the Elizabeth Scott Community 1949. Today, that farmhouse is still in Maumee will celebrate fall with its part of the Elizabeth Scott campus. annual September Fest! The free, famDJ Services by The Entertainment ily friendly outdoor Network will provide the music, event is open to the and the Off Broadway Dance public and will be Company will perform once held on Saturday, September 10 from noon to 5:00 p.m. on the Elizabeth Scott Community’s campus, 2720 Albon Road, Maumee. Elizabeth Scott offers independent and assisted living as well as skilled nursing and rehabilitation. again. “Our elderly residents Nearly 2,500 guests especially enjoy the dancers turned out for Sepbecause they perform routines tember Fest last year. using songs from when they were “The idea behind September Fest younger,” says Bucher. “The dance is for us to be a good community group is talented—they were invited neighbor by celebrating the fall season to perform a few years ago in the with an event that offers food, fun, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.” and entertainment,” says Matt Bucher, Those who attend can purchase Director of Marketing for Elizabeth food and non-alcoholic beverages Scott. “This will be our eighth year, from a variety of new food vendors. and we try to add something new Admission and parking are free, and each year. Our giant inflatables are there is plenty of parking in Elizabeth always a huge draw for kids, and Scott’s neighboring farm field. this year we have a new supplier “We’re excited this year to have who will bring four new inflatables. the public check out our new Skilled We also have a Velcro® Sticky Wall, Rehabilitation Center,” says Bucher. a bungee trampoline, and kids’ car- “A year ago we were just getting close to opening the new facility, nival games.”

Bucher says people of all ages which is located pretty close to all enjoy September Fest because it of the September Fest action. People offers something for everyone, from will have an opportunity to tour the Elizabeth Scott’s newest rehab center elderly residents in the area.”

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he American Cancer Society (www. in patients with resistant prostate cancer.org) estimates that in 2016 cancer, is then administered to the there will be approximately 180,890 patient 48 hours later and repeated new cases of prostate cancer and three times over a five-week period. about 26,120 deaths from the disease Three other drugs approved in in the United States. In fact, among recent years are Zytiga®, Xtandi®, American men, prostate cancer is the and Xofigo®. Zytiga and Xtandi shut most common form of cancer after down male hormones by blocking skin cancer and the second leading multiple pathways. Both are pills cause of cancer death following lung taken once daily and are very well cancer. tolerated by patients into their 90s.

Despite these sobering statistics, Xofigo, which contains radioactive ongoing advances in prostate cancer particles and is administered intravetreatment are giving nously, has been shown oncologists more potent to prolong survival in options in their fight patients with prostate against this disease and cancer that has spread continuing to improve to the bones. outcomes for patients.

Doctors also have the According to Dr. Tim chemotherapy agents Kasunic of the Toledo Taxotere and Jevtana Clinic Cancer Centers, in their treatment “toolsurgery, radiation, and box.” Dr. Kasunic notes observation are the that both are fairly well treatment options of tolerated and have been choice for patients with shown to improve surprostate cancer that has vival in patients with not yet spread to other prostate cancer that has Dr. Tim Kasunic parts of the body. In become resistant to inipatients whose cancer tial hormone therapy. has already spread or is at high risk He further explains, “In the past, we for spreading, the traditional treat- used Taxotere chemotherapy only in ment approach has been hormone patients whose cancer had spread therapy to reduce the testosterone elsewhere and become resistant, but that prostate cancer cells require to in the past two years, research studies have been published showing that grow.

In the past, when prostate can- this drug can help prolong survival cers proved “resistant”—i.e., they in patients with high-risk cancer no longer responded to hormone that has not yet become resistant. therapy—doctors were presented Therefore, it may be beneficial to start with a challenge because that meant using some of these agents sooner their treatment options were running rather than waiting until the cancer thin. However, Dr. Kasunic notes becomes more widespread.” that this scenario is changing. “In And these drugs are just scratching recent years, we’ve learned that the surface. Many other exciting, cuteven when efforts to block male ting-edge options for treating prostate hormones aren’t working as well cancer are close on the horizon. One as desired, they’re still helpful, and example is Prostvac®, which uses using additional drugs to shut down viruses to deliver a protein specific to those hormones in other ways can prostate cancer directly to the cancer cells. The presence of this protein be effective,” he says.

Among several new drugs that stimulates the body’s immune sysare giving doctors an edge in treating tem to go on the attack against the resistant prostate cancer is the vaccine cancer cells. “Multiple other drugs for Provenge®—the first immunotherapy treating prostate cancer are currently approved in metastatic cancer of any under investigation, and we hope to type. With this therapy, cells that see them approved in the next one to carry the “fingerprint” of the cancer two years,” says Dr. Kasunic. “And, of are filtered from the patient’s blood course, Toledo Clinic Cancer Centers and a vaccine is made based on that continues to enroll more patients in fingerprint. The vaccine, which has clinical studies than any other center been shown to prolong survival in our area. We offer a wide variety We love feedback. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter.

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provide imaging and laboratory diagnostic services, chemotherapy services, and IV services. TCCC also has satellite centers in Maumee, Bowling Green, Oregon, Adrian, and Monroe for the convenience of the patient. For more information, please call the Toledo Clinic Cancer Centers at 419-479-5605.

New Mercy Health center offers help for heartburn

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he term “heartburn,” or “acid reflux,” can be applied to a wide variety of physical complaints, ranging from the relatively mild, temporary discomfort sometimes experienced after eating certain foods or heavy meals to a much more severe, chronic condition that significantly affects one’s quality of life.

Heartburn occurs when stomach acid flows back—or refluxes—into the esophagus (the tube through which food passes to the stomach) and irritates and inflames the esophageal lining. This reflux occurs because the circular band of muscle located at the lower end of the esophagus—called the esophageal sphincter—functions abnormally. When it’s working as it should, the esophageal sphincter remains closed until food or liquid flows down to the stomach. It then relaxes just long enough to allow the food or liquid to pass before closing again. But if this band of muscle relaxes abnormally or becomes weakened, stomach acid can travel the wrong way and back up into the esophagus, causing heartburn.

In addition to the characteristic burning sensation in the chest, these symptoms might include hoarseness or sore throat, a dry cough, difficulty swallowing or a sensation of swelling in the throat, regurgitation of food or stomach acid, and even chest pain. Symptoms often worsen when lying down. If not properly treated, chronic acid reflux can eventually lead to the formation of scar tissue and consequent narrowing of the esophagus, ulceration and bleeding of the esophagus, precancerous changes to the esophageal lining, and other complications.

The good news for heartburn sufferers in our community is that Mercy Health recently opened a Heartburn Center at Mercy Health – St. Vincent Medical Center ’s Gastrointestinal

Endoscopy lab to help get to the root of their discomfort. According to Dr. Matthew Fourman, Medical Director of Mercy Health Weight Management Solutions and the new Heartburn Center, “Our impetus for creating the center was that reflux, or heartburn, encompasses a wide spectrum of issues, so it’s difficult to diagnose and, therefore, tough to treat effectively. Traditionally, anyone with symptoms of heartburn was put on medication to control the symptoms

but was never worked up adequately.

We wanted to create a center with the technology to measure and quantify the reflux so we can accurately assess what’s actually going on.”

Dr. Fourman further explains that clinic patients are given an endoscopic examination, have a tiny probe implanted temporarily at the bottom of the esophagus, and undergo esophageal function testing.

These techniques allow the Heartburn Center team to gather a wide range of important data, such as how much acid is refluxing into the esophagus; whether any anatomical issues, such as hiatal hernia, could be contributing to the problem; and how well the esophagus is doing its job of propelling food down to the stomach and then squeezing shut. Also, over the two-day period in which the probe is in place, the patient is asked to push a button whenever heartburn symptoms are experienced so the team can directly correlate the type and onset of symptoms to the data collected.

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This advanced technology helps Dr. Fourman determine whether medical management or surgery is the appropriate course of treatment. From the standpoint of surgical intervention, the gold standard is a laparoscopic procedure called Nissen fundoplication, in which part of the stomach is used to create a new valve at the bottom of the esophagus to keep acid in the stomach where it belongs. However, Dr. Fourman notes that the he can also use a cutting-edge new procedure called the Linx Reflux Management System. “With this technique, a string of magnets is placed around the bottom of the esophagus to help the muscle squeeze a bit tighter and improve its tone. The procedure requires a onenight stay in the hospital and involves no anatomic alteration whatsoever, so it can be easily reversed if necessary,” he says.

Chronic acid reflux is very commonly correlated with morbid obesity, but anyone with symptoms is a candidate for the Heartburn Center.

“Heartburn patients will be pleased that they can get a workup and stateof-the-art treatment to relieve their discomfort all in the same place, and family care doctors and other physicians will appreciate having

a place to refer their patients with chronic reflux for appropriate care,” Dr. Fourman adds. ❦

For more information on the new Heartburn Center at Mercy Health – St. Vincent Medical Center, please call 419-251-8760.

Focus on flexibility is key in preventing sports injuries

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hether you’re a competitive athlete or a weekend warrior, there is just something about the crisp fall air that beckons you to lace up and get into the game. Physicians at The University of Toledo Health Orthopedic Center remind athletes that proper training is key to preventing injury.

Dr. David Sohn, UT Health chief of shoulder and sports medicine and UT associate professor of orthopedic surgery, says many sports injuries and chronic pain from exercise can be avoided by following one simple rule: proper stretching.

“When we think athletic training, we need to think of it as a threelegged stool. In order to keep our proper balance, we need all three legs: strength, endurance, and flexibility,” he says. “We are usually really good at building strength and improving our cardiovascular endurance but not

so good at increasing our flexibility.”

Tight muscles mean extra strain on ligaments and joints, leading to inflammatory conditions such as pa-

tellofemoral pain syndrome, runner’s knee, or plantar fasciitis. Sohn says the key is to loosen up the muscles through proper stretching especially after training or games. “Stretching before exercise helps prevent injury.

Stretching after exercise helps prevent tightness,” he advises. He also says increasing core strength will help to take pressure off the joints and reduce the likelihood of injury.

He continues, “No part of the body works in isolation; everything is connected in a chain. For example, the hips and knees work together.

When your hips are weak, they put increased stress on the knees, which leads to inflammation and pain. We often recommend core strengthening and stretching as therapy for those experiencing these types of overuse syndromes.”

Stretching should not cause pain, but each muscle group should be stretched just until it is slightly uncomfortable. The position should be held for a count of ten and repeated ten times before and after exercise.

Over time, athletes should see an increase in flexibility and less tightness during and after sports or exercise.

Despite the best training and preparation, injuries can still occur

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on the court or field. According to Safe Kids Worldwide, one in three student-athletes is injured seriously enough to miss practice or games. “The most common types of sports-related injuries we see in student-athletes are knee injuries,” Sohn says. “Fortunately, many of them are minor and the athlete can return to play in a matter of weeks.” He says it is important that athletes have any pain checked out by their team’s athletic trainer before returning to the game.

“Most schools have a great athletic trainer on staff who can immediately evaluate an injury to determine its severity and can recommend a treatment regimen including rest, ice, and bracing or wrapping for minor injuries,” Sohn remarks.

“If the injury is more severe or there’s a chronic problem, it’s best to have it evaluated by a specialist.”

When more urgent treatment is necessary, the UT Orthopedic Center can guarantee an appointment within 24 hours of calling for new patients. Emergencies, such as a broken bone, will be seen immediately.

Sohn recommends that both young and adult athletes seek early treatment, particularly when there is swelling after an injury. “If we catch wear and tear early, we can do a lot to help alleviate the problem,” he says. “Many restorative treatments, however, are more effective when used early, before more serious injury results.”

The goal is always to get the athlete healed, pain free, and back in the game as soon as safely possible. “Depending on the severity of the injury, an athlete may be sidelined from one week to several months,” Sohn comments. “We

follow a return-to-activity protocol that is designed to see that he or she is fully healed and has become strong enough to safely resume activity without re-injury.”

Cross-training activities are a great way to stay active while rehabbing an injury. For cartilage, however, the most important thing is motion.

“Cartilage does not have its own blood supply. It depends on diffusion for its oxygen and nutrients. That is why we recommend a regular, low-impact motion protocol three times per week to keep cartilage healthy.

If we don’t keep moving, cartilage will break down faster and lead to arthritis earlier,” Sohn says.

Whether you’re playing under the lights on a Friday night or hitting the trails for a run, remember the threepronged approach to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and make strength training, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility a regular part of any exercise or sports training plan. And when something doesn’t feel right, get it evaluated early. Sohn adds, “The UT Health Orthopedic Center is an all-inclusive, high-tech facility, allowing patients to receive imaging and radiology services, surgical care, and physical therapy in one location. We have a team of orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, and physical and occupational therapists who will develop a plan to get you back to full health and regular activity.”

UT Health offers three locations for orthopedic care. In Toledo, patients may visit UT’s Health Science Campus at 3000 Arlington Ave. or the Regency Campus located at 1000 Regency Ct., Suite 200. A new location is opening this month next to Rocket Pediatrics at 1089 Pray Blvd. in Waterville. ❦

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Friends for Foster Kids Fundraiser to be held September 14

ntering foster care is a traumatic and frightening experience.

Children take little to none of their belongings. A fundraiser and book signing will be held at the UT Barnes and Noble on September 14th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Founder of Heart 2 Heart Resources, author Virginia Ulch, and the Adopt America Network have partnered to offer a measure of comfort by supplying each child entering foster care in Northwest Ohio with a copy of the book Love, Bandit and a cuddly plush raccoon. The story is written to help the child understand that his or her experiences are normal. It includes a list of famous people who were in foster care or adopted, as well as activities and resources for parents, teachers, and counselors. The book contains a section called My Story where the child can write his or her own history.

This book, as well as Ms. Ulch’s

other books, may be purchased at the event or online at Heart 2 Heart Resources Facebook page. Donations may also be made at https://www. gofundme.com/fostercarefriends.

For every $10, donors will receive a $10 gift certificate to use toward any purchase of Ms. Ulch’s books.

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in the K-8 setting. After working in a group home, she decided she could make more of a difference by becoming a foster parent. Ulch has been a foster and adoptive parent to many children with various issues for over 20 years.

She wrote her first children’s book, Love, Bandit - A “Tail” of Foster Care, because she couldn’t find a book on the market that helped her older children navigate the emotions of being in foster care and facing adoption. Most adoption books were about being adopted as an infant and weren’t their reality. A baby raccoon dropped into their lives giving her an opportunity to do just that. The photos lent themselves perfectly to the story she wanted to tell. Having lived on the foster parent side of some class assignments that were difficult for children who have been removed from home, she included tips for teachers and counselors. The book was intended to help the child’s self-esteem, so she included a list of famous people who were in foster care or adopted.

Her father, Howard Burkert, was

a wildlife photographer. He came back from a trip shortly after this book was completed. His photos of a bear family in Alaska spoke to her, and she created Love You, Teddy - A “Tail” of Loss and Hope. This book includes activities for children and/ or counselors, and tips and resources for parents as well.

Her third book, I Love You Anyway—A “Tail” of Understanding ADHD, was written to provide some comic relief to living in a home with two children who have ADHD. Sometimes it can be frustrating to the parent but also to the child. The book is humorous but also provides children with self-worth. There is a section with 40 reasons why it is good to have ADHD and a list of famous people who have or had ADHD. There are also resources for teachers, counselors, and parents.

Now that her kids are grown, Ms. Ulch decided to use her book and resources to assist other children. She has set up a fundraiser to provide a “friend” and a book to each child going into care. Two more books that deal with bullying and self-esteem are due out in September. ❦

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Get your pink on! Race for the Cure returns to Toledo September 25 O

n the morning of Sunday, September 25, the corner of Monroe and Summit in downtown Toledo will be awash in pink as thousands of people whose lives have been touched by breast cancer take part in the 23rd Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure. A similar scene will play out one day earlier, Saturday, September 24, in Findlay, Ohio on the campus of Blanchard Valley Hospital.

Race for the Cure is Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio’s signature event and biggest fundraiser. Through their registration fees and fundraising efforts, participants help bring breast health services, breast cancer education, and outreach to a 24-county service area. In fact, this year alone, the organization is investing over $500,000 (more than $12 million since 1994) in education, diagnosis, treatment, and support programs that serve uninsured or underinsured Northwest Ohio

service area residents.

The Toledo race will kick off at 9:30 a.m. (Findlay’s at 9:00) with registration beginning at 7:00 a.m. Racers can choose to participate individually or as a member of a team in the 5K Run/Walk or 1-Mile Family Fun Walk. Those who can’t make it downtown on race day can still do their part to fight breast cancer by opting to Sleep in for the Cure. The cost to register is $30 for adults and $20 for youths age 18 and under.

According to Desmond Strooh, Marketing and Communications Manager for Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio, 75 percent of the dollars raised through Race for the Cure is granted to fund vital local breast health services, such as diagnostic testing and breast health education.

The remaining 25 percent is used to fund cutting-edge research in areas such as metastatic stage 4 breast cancer, triple-negative breast cancer, new therapies, and advanced genetic testing. However, none of the funds raised by the Northwest Ohio Komen affiliate, which is an independent 501C3, go to the national organization.

As always, Race for the Cure participants—anticipated to be about 20,000 strong—can expect a fun, inspiring, family-friendly event. But Strooh notes that this year’s race will go even further to recognize and celebrate breast cancer

survivors. “We’re excited to introduce the Bedazzled Survivor Tent, which will feature a pop-up salon where survivors can get a hand massage, have their nails or lips done in pink, and enjoy other services, as well as a garden-like seating area where they can relax and unwind. There will also be extended giveaways and raffle prizes this year, including gift baskets, jewelry, gift cards, and a

whole bunch of fun stuff,” he says.

Survivors are allowed to bring one guest into the tent and are asked to wear their pink race T-shirt or pink race bib when entering.

New this year, many of the restaurants in the area of the event will be open during Race for the Cure to serve participants, and a festive after-party will be held in Hensville.

Of course, the always-popular Kids Area will be returning to Fifth Third Field from 7:00 to 9:30 a.m. “We’re doing everything we can to make this year’s event as fun and family friendly as possible,” says Strooh.

The fun features notwithstanding, Strooh feels it’s important to emphasize that Race for the Cure serves a very serious purpose. “Yes, Race for the Cure is entertaining, empowering, and inspirational, but it really comes down to raising funds so we can save lives. Every week, five women lose their lives to breast cancer in Northwest Ohio alone.

We have the power to change that.

The $30 registration fee multiplied by 20,000 equals a lot of lives saved, lives prolonged, services provided, and peace of mind given. That’s why we do Race for the Cure and why we strongly encourage everyone in the community to take part,” he states. ❦ For more information on Race for the Cure and ways to get involved, visit komennwohio.org, email info@ komennwohio.org, or call 419-724CURE (2873).

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Toledo Orthopaedic Surgeons expands continuum of services with stem cell therapy

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oledo Orthopaedic Surgeons, located at Wildwood Medical Center, 2865 N. Reynolds Rd, is focused on helping patients with musculoskeletal conditions achieve a full and speedy recovery so they can get back to their lives with maximum function and minimum pain.

Expanding on their already extensive continuum of services, the team at Toledo Orthopaedic Surgeons is now offering stem cell therapy to patients who have not found relief through conventional treatments or who may not be candidates for surgery.

Stem cell therapy is a form of regenerative medicine, which includes various treatments that stimulate and augment the body’s natural healing and repair process. Stem cells are undifferentiated cells, meaning they have the ability to specialize into any type of cell in the body, so they can be injected at sites of pain or injury to promote healing of bone, muscle, joint, nerve, or other tissues.

Dr. Luke Ragan of Toledo Ortho-

paedic Surgeons explains, “There are two sources of the stem cells used in this form of therapy. They’re either harvested from the patient’s own bone marrow or fat, or they’re taken from amniotic fluid voluntarily donated by mothers who undergo cesarean birth. Here in our office, we use amniotic stem cells provided by a tissue bank so patients aren’t subjected to a harvesting procedure, which means less pain and fewer needle pokes. In fact, from the standpoint of patient comfort, a stem cell injection is essentially the same as a cortisone shot.”

According to Dr. Ragan, Toledo Orthopaedic Surgeons uses stem cell therapy primarily to treat conditions such as mild to moderate arthritis, golfer ’s or tennis elbow, patellar tendinitis, rotator cuff injury, and plantar fasciitis, among others. If appropriate, the injection will be performed under ultrasound guidance so the doctor can directly visualize and confirm placement in the injured area.

After the therapy, which requires ment site that may persist for two one to two treatments for the average to three days during the healing patient, improvement in pain and process, there are no known adverse mobility is typically experienced side effects to amniotic stem cell within four to six weeks. Complete treatment. Dr. Ragan observes that healing of damaged tissue usually the injected fluid does not contain takes somewhere between nine and proteins from the donor that can 12 months. However, cause an adverse immune results will vary based on response, so there appears the type and severity of to be no risk of a graftthe condition being treatversus-host reaction as ed, the patient’s natural sometimes occurs with healing ability, and other donated tissues or organs. factors. “For example, He emphasizes that we’re finding that the stem cell therapy is still worse the arthritis, the in its infancy and doctors less impressive the restill have much to learn sults, but we are seeing about the exact mechaa good response fairly nism of the therapy, how consistently in patients long the benefits will last, with mild to moderate how often treatments Dr. Luke Ragan arthritis,” Dr. Ragan adds. should be repeated, etc.

Patients are advised to avoid stren- He also cautions that stem cell therapy uous exercise or activities that might is not appropriate for every patient aggravate their painful condition for and not a cure-all treatment as it’s two to six weeks after treatment, and sometimes marketed to be. “Stem cell anti-inflammatory medications should therapy is another tool we have at our also be avoided for the first few weeks. disposal, another conservative option Patients who use anti-inflammatories to help patients who aren’t ready for multiple painful conditions will for surgery or aren’t great surgical want to discuss pain-management candidates. However, not everyone alternatives with their doctor. will benefit from this treatment, so Apart from discomfort at the treat- proper patient screening to select

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investigational, so insurance providers do not currently cover the cost of the procedure. For more information or to schedule a consultation, please call Toledo Orthopaedic Surgeons at 419-578-7200.

St. Clare Commons strengthens community connections with September special events

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t. Clare Commons, a Franciscan for $10.00, perch sandwich platter* Living Community located at for $12.00, perch taco for $7.00, or a perch taco platter* for 12469 Five Point Road in Perrysburg, strives to Perch Fry proceeds will benefit $8.00. (*Platters include make connections not just the charitable initiatives of the fresh hand-cut fries and with current residents and Port Clinton Rotary. coleslaw). their families, but also with Not a fan of fish? No members of the broader worries! They’ll also be community. As part of this serving up brats for $3.00 ongoing outreach effort, St. and hot dogs for $2.00.

Clare Commons is hosting Hand-cut fries will be $2.00 three special events this and $3.00 for small and month that are open to the large orders respectively, general public and sure to and pop and water will be make the visit worthwhile. available for just a dollar. Dessert is on St. Clare Commons!

Perch Fry, September 8 Jean Carris, Director of Marketing On Thursday, September 8 from 4:00 and Admissions for St. Clare Commons, to 6:00 p.m., St. Clare Commons will explains that the perch fry proceeds be hosting a Perch Fry, courtesy of the will go to the Port Clinton Rotary Port Clinton Rotary, and everyone in to help support several important the community is invited. Fish aficio- initiatives, both locally and internados can enjoy a perch sandwich nationally. “Part of the funds will be

used to fight polio around the world, which is an important component of Rotary’s mission. The proceeds will also help provide much-needed school supplies to children in our local school district, as well as assistance for aspiring college students with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher who are struggling financially. Rotary also takes quality used medical equipment from the US and sends it to other countries where it’s desperately needed. The equipment is packed in bags of clothes so the shipment serves a two-fold purpose,” she says.

Patriot Day Celebration, September 12 On Friday, September 12, join St. Clare Commons for a Patriot Day Celebration to honor all our veterans, police, firefighters, EMTs, and first responders. This special event will begin with Mass at 9:30 a.m., followed by a few words from the mayor of Perrysburg, then a flag ceremony and prayers for past and current patriots at 10:15 a.m.

Tuesday Talks, September 13 Tuesday Talks—a series of informative and enlightening presentations, held at St. Clare Commons on the second

Tuesday of every month—continues with a presentation by Ann Cavera, co-author of Grounded in God, a book of reflections, on September 13 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. All are invited to join in the conversation, and copies of the book will be available for purchase after the presentation.

Experience St. Clare Commons Chelsea Diedrich, Director of Marketing and Admissions for St. Clare Commons, encourages those who attend any of these events to make the most of their visit by scheduling a tour of the community to learn more about their assisted-living facilities, all-inclusive memory-care program, and rehab services, which are offered on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. “Or, if you can’t make it to one of our special events, just give us a call and we’ll schedule a tour and complimentary lunch when it’s convenient for you,” she says.

To RSVP for the Perch Fry, Patriot Day Celebration, or Tuesday Talks, or to schedule a tour of St. Clare Commons, please contact Chelsea Diedrich at 419-931-0050 or cdierich@ stclarecommons.org. ❦

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fter 40 years of living with my multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis, I was having trouble deciding which medication to take. But a popular trend in patient care called shared decision-making helped me decide.

In shared decision-making, you are involved in your healthcare decisions. Basically, you have to do your homework and be a part of the decision on what you want for your life and health.

Medicine is not an accurate science; every person is different and can react to medicines and therapies in their own unique way.

Years ago when I was diagnosed, the only available MS medications treated symptoms. Today, there are a number of FDA-approved medications that have been proved to slow the progression of the disease.

When the drugs came on the market, I did a little research and started one of the injectable drugs. For the first 15 years, I was on an interferon, an intramuscular injectable drug. I then changed to a different drug, a similar interferon, and self-injected three days a week. My doctor and I talked about the impact of these drugs, and we both agreed that although I do not tap dance, I am doing pretty well for living 40 years with the disease.

Then, at a routine checkup, he mentioned another disease-modifying medication. Reports out of Cleveland Clinic said that a once-a-day pill was found to be even more effective in slowing MS progression when com-

pared to my injectable interferons.

I was cautiously interested. A pill once a day? It sounded great. As usual, I asked my famous, “What are the side effects?” Well, there were some, as in anything you put into your body. Some side effects could be quite serious.

This drug required that before starting the pill, I had to have an ophthalmologist examine my eyes, blood tests, and an ECG. There were side effects that could affect my eyes, blood, and heart functioning. After my tests were in and okay, I would meet with my neurologist and start the pill. But one of my test results stopped the process.

My neurologist’s nurse called me and asked, “Who’s your cardiologist?

Your ECG showed some irregularities. You need to see a heart doctor.” So, before I could start this pill, I had to see a cardiologist. I did not have a cardiologist. I asked some friends and read up online and chose a cardiologist. I made an appointment and had an echocardiogram.

He said my results were normal. So, I passed all my tests and now I could start the new pill.

I made an appointment with my neurologist, and we will set up my prescription and the first-day monitoring of my taking the pill.

Because two people died of heart-related events after taking the pill, the pharmaceutical company offers a first-day six-hour-long monitoring of the patient taking the first dose.

Throughout the whole process of medical testing, questionable medical test results, and understanding what I was about to do for my health, I was actively involved. If I was nervous about taking a medical test, I went to see my neurologist and talked over my concerns with him. He knew my anxieties and was pretty understanding about it.

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My new cardiologist was great, a person who was a true teacher. I felt comfortable asking him questions, and he respectfully spoke with me and explained things.

Deciding on a drug protocol is not easy. I have always tried to read up on medication side effects and have gone online to credible medical websites (like Mayo Clinic, U of M Hospital, the National MS Society) to read up on some medical issues. I have talked with other patients on drugs, and family and friends about the new medications or procedures.

(Family might not know the medical side effects, but it was just a “venting” of my new treatment choice.)

I considered the cost of the medication, insurance coverage, and overall convenience versus what the medication can do. For example, do I want to have to deal with giving myself an injection or take a pill? The results might be different for each.

Choosing a new medical treatment is challenging. Sometimes a doctor tells you what he or she knows about the drug, but ultimately, a patient has to decide for themselves what to take. That is just like buying a car or home or choosing a school.

The most important person in your health care is you, and you have to do your part. You need to read up on

the drug, therapy, or health program you might choose. You also should talk to healthcare professionals and family and friends about what you are considering. Although friends and family are not medical experts, they might ask questions based on the reality of everyday life: Will this drug tire you out each morning? Will it cause you to have indigestion?

You can call your doctor for another appointment and ask him to explain things you do not understand or for clarification. Of course, you should write your concerns down so you can ask the questions you need answered. If you feel comfortable enough with your doctor, share your fears and anxieties.

Your healthcare team probably includes doctors, nurses, therapists, and you. And you have to do your part on that team.

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warning signs that the backpack is too heavy:

Backpacks

• Change in posture when wearing the backpack • Struggling when putting on or taking off the backpack • Pain when wearing the backpack • Tingling or numbness in arms and legs, mostly arms • Red marks on the shoulders.

e are at that time of year when summer is winding down and school is back in session. It is a good time to cover the back-to-school “Big Three”: backpacks, concussions, and fall prevention.

While backpacks are one of the most convenient ways to carry books and school supplies, an overloaded and/ or improperly worn backpack gets a failing grade, according to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Wearing backpacks improperly or ones that are too heavy puts children at increased risk for musculoskeletal injuries and postural changes.

Here are some tips for safe backpack use: • Wear both straps.

• Remove and put on backpacks carefully, and avoid excessive twisting.

• Wear the backpack over the strongest mid-back muscles.

• Pack the heaviest items close to your back and higher up if possible.

• Lighten the load. Keep the load at 10 to 15 percent or less of the student’s body weight.

• Encourage activity. Children who are active tend to have better muscle flexibility and strength, which makes it easier to carry a backpack. Also, consult your physician or a physical therapist if back/neck pain and discomfort continue.

A physical therapist can assist with improving flexibility and strength to decrease pain and improve health.

When selecting a new backpack, choose ergonomically designed features that enhance safety and comfort: a padded back; wide, padded straps; hip and chest belts; multiple compartments; and reflective material to enhance visibility of the child to drivers in the early morning and at night.

Parents and children can avoid injury by recognizing the following

Concussions What is a concussion? A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that occurs when a blow or jolt to the head disrupts the functioning of the brain.

Sports-related concussion is one of the main topics in the media, medicine, and sports programs today. It is an injury most commonly thought to occur primarily in football players, yet it occurs in most other sports, such as soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball, and hockey.

Concussions, especially in the young athlete, can cause symptoms that interfere with school, social and family relationships, and participation in sports. Recognition of symptoms and education on treatment are crucial, especially to the young athlete. The incidence of concussion may decrease with having proper-fitting equipment, using proper sport techniques, and adhering to the rules of the sport.

However, nothing has been shown to prevent them.

This is one reason the State of Ohio has taken a proactive and progressive approach to concussions. It is required that every athlete, parent, coach, official, and athletic trainer who participates in or is involved with an organized sport complete training.

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This is a summary of the law passed in Ohio on 12/20/2012 (http://www. ohsaa.org/medicine/Concussions/ ConcussionRegulations.pdf): Parents are required to sign a concussion information form. Coaches must undergo an initial concussion training program and must repeat it once every three years. Student-athletes are required to be removed from play if suspected of having a concussion.

They must obtain medical clearance before returning. The law extends past school sports to all youth sports organizations.

The management of an athlete who is suspected of a concussion is critical in reducing the long-term complications. Rest, physically and cognitively, is key to management of those suspected of a concussion. Additional testing (neuropsychological) may also be helpful with the management, especially if the symptoms appear to be progressing. X-rays, CT Scans, and MRIs will not identify a concussion but may be used to rule out cervical spine fractures or more severe brain injuries.

Return to play is the goal, but how soon is that? Determining when an athlete returns to play after a concussion should follow an individu-

alized course because each athlete will recover at a different pace. It is very clear that if a concussion is suspected, the athlete should not be allowed to return to play that same day. The phrase that is being used, and is paramount in the management of pediatric or adolescent concussion, is “When in doubt, sit them out!”

Although a majority of athletes will be asymptomatic within a week, numerous studies have demonstrated a longer recovery of full cognitive function is needed in younger athletes compared to college-aged or professional athletes.Heartland Rehabilitation Services can help with the return to play and return to school.

Heartland Rehabilitation Services’ clinicians are all certified in Concussion Management. Heartland offers a ”Return to Play or School Program” and a “Post Concussive Rehabilitation Program” when individuals exhibit signs and symptoms lasting longer than a week. Call Heartland Rehabilitation Services if you have questions about concussions.

Fall prevention When talking about fall prevention, I discuss three different areas: dizziness, weakness/stability, and envi-

ronmental factors.

Dizziness and vertigo are significant factors in falls. Vertigo is feeling as though you or the world is spinning—at times out of control.

True vertigo is caused by the vestibular system, which is one of the components of the sensorimotor control system. The most common

cause of vertigo is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). Problems with balance, dizziness, and vertigo can be treated in different ways.

Physical therapy can treat all three very effectively, as BPPV responds very well to physical therapy.

Muscle weakness and poor joint stability, especially in the lower leg, contribute to falls. To get from “Point A” to “Point B” requires the use of our muscles and joints. If both are weak, the incidence of falls is greater. Physical therapy can assist in improving both of these areas.

Environmental factors is the final

area that I bring up related to falls.

As a society, we rush and hurry. We miss picking up some small, subtle changes around us that can impact our safety and increase our risk for falls. We get distracted or multitask when we shouldn’t, and then accidents happen. We also need to look at our homes and assess this environment. We need to eliminate the things that present a potential for high fall risk, like throw rugs or clutter. Finally, do you have the best footwear that provides the most stability and support needed?

Balance Awareness Week is September 12-16, and Fall Prevention Week is September 22-26. Call to arrange your complimentary screening to stay fall free! ❦ Heartland Rehabilitation has five locations in the Toledo and Bedford Michigan areas with knowledgeable staff to assist with your physical and occupational therapy needs. If you have any questions about Heartland Rehabilitation Services or how physical and occupational therapy can benefit you, please feel free to contact Jim Berger at 419-787-6741 or visit www. heartlandrehab.com.

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OTTERBEIN It’s autumn; don’t make it fall season!

Risk increases with age Many people have a friend or relative who has fallen. The person may have slipped while walking or felt dizzy when standing up from a chair and fallen. Maybe you’ve fallen yourself.

If you or an older person you know has fallen, you’re not alone.

More than one in three people age 65 years or older falls each year.

The risk of falling—and fall-related problems—rises with age.

Falls lead to fractures, trauma Each year, more than 1.6 million older US adults go to emergency departments for fall-related injuries. Among older adults, falls are the number-one cause of fractures, hospital admissions for trauma, loss of independence, and injury deaths.

Fractures caused by falls can lead to hospital stays and disability. Most often, fall-related fractures are in

the person’s hip, pelvis, spine, arm, hand, or ankle.

Hip fractures are one of the most serious types of fall injury. They are a leading cause of injury and loss of independence among older adults.

Most healthy, independent older adults who are hospitalized for a broken hip are able to return home or live on their own after treatment and rehabilitation. Most of those who cannot return to independent living after such injuries had physical or mental disabilities before the fracture. Many of them will need long-term care.

with your doctor or another healthcare provider. Your doctor may refer you to a physical therapist. Physical therapy can help you improve your balance and walking and help build your walking confidence. Getting rid of your fear of falling can help you to stay active, maintain your physical

health, and prevent future falls.

Tell your doctor if you fall If you fall, be sure to discuss the fall with your doctor, even if you aren’t hurt. Many underlying causes of falls can be treated or corrected. For example, falls can be a sign of a new medical problem that needs attention, such as diabetes or changes in blood pressure, particularly drops in blood pressure on standing up.

They can also be a sign of problems with your medications or eyesight that can be corrected. After a fall, your doctor may suggest changes in your medication or your eyewear prescription. He or she may also suggest physical therapy, use of a walking aid, or other steps to help prevent future falls. These steps can also make you more confident in your abilities.

Fear of falling

Ways to prevent falls

Many older adults are afraid of falling.

This fear becomes more common as people age, even among those who haven’t fallen. It may lead older people to avoid activities such as walking, shopping, or taking part in social activities.

If you’re worried about falling, talk

Exercise to improve your balance and strengthen your muscles helps to prevent falls. Not wearing bifocal or multifocal glasses when you walk, especially on stairs, will make you less likely to fall. You can also make your home safer by removing loose rugs, adding handrails to stairs and

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Exercise to improve your balance and strengthen your muscles helps to prevent falls.

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hallways, and making sure you have adequate lighting in dark areas.

Many possible causes Falls don’t “just happen,” and people don’t fall because they get older. Often, more than one underlying cause or risk factor is involved in a fall. A risk factor is something that increases a person’s risk or susceptibility to a medical problem or disease.

As the number of risk factors rises, so does the risk of falling. Many falls are linked to a person’s physical condition or a medical problem, such as a chronic disease. Other causes could be safety hazards in the person’s home or community environment.

Risk factors Scientists have linked a number of personal risk factors to falling: •Muscle weakness, especially in the legs, is one of the most important risk factors. Older people with weak muscles are more likely to fall than are those who maintain their muscle strength as well as their flexibility and endurance.

•Your balance and your gait—how you walk—are other key factors. Older adults who have poor balance or difficulty walking are more likely than others to fall. These problems may be linked to a lack of exercise or to a neurological cause, arthritis, or other medical conditions and their treatments.

•Blood pressure that drops too much when you get up from lying down or sitting can increase your chance of falling. This condition— called postural hypotension—might result from dehydration or certain medications. It might also be linked to diabetes, neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, or an infection.

•Some people with postural hypotension feel dizzy when their blood pressure drops. Other people don’t feel dizzy, even if their blood pressure drops a lot when they get up.

•Your reflexes may also be slower than when you were younger. The increased amount of time it takes you to react may make it harder to catch your balance if you start to fall.

•Foot problems that cause painful feet and wearing unsafe footwear can increase your chance of falling. Backless shoes and slippers, high-heeled shoes, and shoes with smooth leather soles are examples of unsafe footwear that could cause a fall.

•Sensory problems can cause

falls, too. If your senses don’t work well, you might be less aware of your environment. For instance, having numbness in your feet may mean you don’t sense where you are stepping.

•Not seeing well can also result in falls. One reason is that it may take a while for your eyes to adjust to see clearly when you move between darkness and light.

•Other vision problems contributing to falls include poor depth perception, cataracts, and glaucoma. Wearing multi-focal glasses while walking or having poor lighting around your home can also lead to falls.

•Confusion, even for a short while, can sometimes lead to falls. For example, if you wake up in an unfamiliar environment, you might feel unsure of where you are. If you feel confused, wait for your mind to clear or until someone comes to help you before trying to get up and walk around.

•Some medications can increase a person’s risk of falling because they cause side effects like dizziness or confusion. The health problems for which the person takes the medications may also contribute to the risk of falls.

•The more medications you take, the more likely you are to fall. People who take four or more prescription drugs have a greater risk of falling than do people who take fewer drugs. You should check with your doctor if you think your medications are causing dizziness or unsteadiness. Your doctor can tell you which drugs, including over-the-counter medicines, might cause problems. Do not change your medications on your own.

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What a fall might mean Be sure to talk with your doctor if you fall, as well. A fall could be a sign of a new medical problem that needs attention, such as an infection or a cardiovascular disorder. It could also suggest that a treatment for a chronic ailment, such as Parkinson’s disease or dementia, needs to be changed.

Most falls happen at home Although falls can happen anywhere, well over half of all falls happen at home. Falls at home often happen while a person is doing normal daily activities. Some of these falls are caused by factors in the person’s living environment. For instance, a slick floor or a poorly lit stairway may lead to a fall.

Other factors that can lead to falls at home include:

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• Loose rugs • Clutter on the floor or stairs • Carrying heavy or bulky things up or down stairs • Not having stair railings • Not having grab bars in the bathroom.

Simple changes can help make your home safer. Have someone do a walk-through with you. Make the changes needed to keep you safe.

This article and additional information about falls are available from the National Institute of Health.

Read more at www.nihseniorhealth. gov/falls/.

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Have you heard of hyperacusis?

by Dianna Randolph, AuD, CCC-A

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mage you lived in a world where everything is too loud, like someone left the volume of the world around you on high. Simple sounds like water running, the crinkling of paper, or traffic noise are just uncomfortably loud. This condition is called hyperacusis.

Hyperacusis is defined as collapsed tolerance to normal environmental sounds. The ears lose their “dynamic range.” Dynamic range is the ability of the ear to deal with quick shifts in sound loudness. Suddenly everyday noises sound unbearably or painfully loud. The disorder is often chronic and usually accompanied by tinnitus (ringing in the ears), but it can occur in patients who have little or no measurable hearing loss.

Hyperacusis can develop in one or both ears. It can occur suddenly after exposure to a loud noise like a concert, gun fire, deployed air bag, or fireworks, or it can occur slowly over time.

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Other causes may include job-related noise exposure, drugs, Lyme disease, Meniere’s disease, Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ), head injury, Superior Canal Dehiscence Syndrome (SCDS), postoperative surgery, autism, or Down syndrome.

It is thought that hyperacusis is caused when the protective mechanisms a normal ear uses to minimize the harmful effects of loud noise malfunction, so noise may seem too loud even with hearing protection. There is some speculation that the efferent portion of the auditory nerve (the fibers that originate in the

brain) has been affected. This theory about hyperacusis suggests that the efferent fibers of the auditory nerve are selectively damaged while the hair cells that allow us to hear pure tones in an audiometric evaluation remain intact. Some have said that it involves a direct malfunction of the facial nerve; as a result, the stapedius muscle is unable to dampen sounds.

Though there isn’t a cure for hyperacusis, the goal of therapy is to desensitize the patient to the loud sounds. This is done by retraining therapy that exposes the patient to sound, like a pink noise, at very low levels then over a period of time each day. This is the same treatment that has been used to treat people with disturbing tinnitus. It is called Tinnitus (Hyperacusis) Retraining Therapy, or TRT. TRT is done by hearing professionals who have been trained in TRT therapy.

Someone with hyperacusis may want to wear earplugs all day to cut down on the loudness of sound, but this is highly discouraged. The wearing of earplugs will only make the sound sensitivity worse.

Periodically we have seen children with some sort of sound tolerance issue or hyperacusis. They often are unable to describe it very well using words, and instead use body or emotional gestures (crying, screaming, hitting, biting) to communicate. They may also simply try to “get away.”

Research shows that about 17 to 20 percent of all children with autism, Asperger’s, or similar conditions will also have hyperacusis.

Common signs include crying in noisy environments, clasping hands over the ears, fear of noise or noisy objects, self-harm when exposed to loud noise (e.g., vacuum cleaners), and reluctance to participate in noisy or loud activities, such as watching parades, birthday parties, musical presentations, etc. Children free of these conditions also can acquire hyperacusis, particularly following

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frequent or severe ear infections, head injuries, viruses, or medication adverse reactions. Or the cause may be unknown.

Whether a child or adult complains of hyperacusis, the first step is to see an audiologist for a hearing evaluation. Here at Northwest Ohio Hearing Clinic, we start with a full case history and make a list of the sounds that are most disturbing. We then perform a complete audiological evaluation, including loudness discomfort levels and Otoacoustic Emission (OAE) testing. We will then recommend the next step in the treatment of hyperacusis.

Sometimes treatment involves counseling with a psychologist. At times, we see children with a possible sensory integration disorder, and this may cause sound sensitivity or hyperacusis. Sensory integration disorder is a condition that exists when multisensory integration is not adequately processed in order to provide appropriate responses to the

demands of the environment. If this is the case, then referral for sensory integration therapy is recommended. Finally, treating an underlying physical cause (SCDS, TMJ, etc.) if there is one, may be the answer and a referral to an ear, nose, and throat specialist is recommended.

Unfortunately, nothing is 100 percent, and to find the actual cause may take a trial-and-error approach.

It may take a lot of “ruling out” before a conclusion can be found using the correct therapy.

If you or someone you know has issues with loud sounds, please call our office to schedule an evaluation.

Information for this article was taken from www.hyperacusis.net and www. hyperacusis.org. ❦ Dianna Randolph, AuD, CCC-A, is a Doctor of Audiology with Northwest Ohio Hearing Clinic, located at 1125 Hospital Dr., Suite 50 in Toledo (419383-4012) and 1601 Brigham Dr., Suite 160 in Perrysburg (419-873-4327).

Lutheran Homes Society names Vice President of Post-Acute Services

YOU CAN CHOOSE! You have the right to decide where to go for rehabilitation.

Let your doctor know that you choose a Lutheran Homes Society ministry for your recovery. We have four locations to serve you: Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek (Holland) 419-861-2233 Lutheran Home at Toledo 419-724-1414 Lutheran Home at Napoleon 419-592-1688 Lutheran Memorial Home (Sandusky) 419-502-5700 Call today about our wide range of post-acute services.

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utheran Homes Society (LHS) registered nurse. She has served announces the appointment of on the LeadingAge Ohio Board of Denise Gannon as Vice President of Directors and is still active in the Post-Acute Services. In this position, organization—currently serving as Ms. Gannon will be rea coach in its Leadership sponsible for the organiAcademy. She is an alumna zation’s skilled-nursing, of the national LeadingAge long-term-care, assistLeadership Academy and ed-living, home-health, has worked as a consultant on person-centered care and therapy operations throughout Northwest and dementia.

Ohio.

“It is an honor and privMs. Gannon comes to ilege for me to be the VP of LHS from Eliza Jennings Post-Acute Services,” stated Senior Care Network in Ms. Gannon, who resides Cleveland, Ohio, where in Perrysburg, Ohio. “I’ve she worked since 1996. An heard much about LHS, and Denise Gannon RN by training, Denise it’s exciting for me to become part of the team. LHS has held a variety of clinical and operational positions done some amazing work, during her tenure with Eliza Jennings. and I look forward to continuing and Most recently, she served as the Chief growing our mission.”

Operating Officer.

LHS is a social ministry organi“Denise brings a wealth of expe- zation based in Toledo that has been rience to her new role,” stated LHS serving the unique needs of youth President/CEO Rick Marshall. “Her and elderly since 1860. Today, nearly operations experience and vision 3,400 individuals throughout Northsurrounding our changing post- west Ohio and Southeast Michigan acute healthcare environment will benefit from the housing, medical make her a valuable addition to our care, and community services offered leadership team.” through LHS ministries. For more Ms. Gannon is a graduate of Bowl- information, visit the LHS website ing Green State University and a at www.LHSOH.org. ❦

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Parkinson Foundation of Northwest Ohio

Dedicated to Educate, Comfort and Raise Awareness

THE PARkiNSON FOUNdATiON OF NORTHWEST OHiO’S MiSSiON is to establish optimal quality of life for the Northwest Ohio Parkinson’s community through awareness, education and care.

Are you a Patient with or a Caregiver for someone who has Parkinson’s? The Parkinson Foundation of Northwest Ohio (PFNWO) is a local organization focused on providing a method of communication and support.

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The PFNWO can best be thought of as a GATEWAY to PD resources. You can find information about living with or caring for someone with PD, links to many helpful websites for more detailed information about PD, and best of all—information about the region’s support groups—for some firsthand information about life with PD.

7th Annual Romp, Stomp and Run

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8:00 am Shot Gun Start Crosswinds Golf Club, 8205 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg, OH 43551 For more information or to register, call Crosswinds Golf Club at 419-872-4653 or visit the events page at PFNWO.org.

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know in the winter monthsDid in theyou form of mixed doubles. USTA League tennis is one of the largest (or the largest) organized leagues in the country you know based on numbers ofDid players.

With the league being focused on level play, match play can be more competitive and enjoyable and allows players to compete as a team. All the local tennis clubs and country clubs in the area offer this opportunity to participate.

All of the above are great opportunities to get you and your family involved in tennis. However, they are not often discussed when talking about youth tennis. The focus always seems to be on the “elite” player, the “elite” high school teams, and even VILLA HOMES the “elite” league teams. Well, all D Ethree MENTIA CAR of the above programs encourage participation of players on all levels.

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that if their child was not one of the top players on their high school team or does not get a scholarship, there is no way for them to continue. This misconception often leads kids to end their participation in tennis earlier in high school so they can focus more on their academics.

Well, many colleges offer a program known as Tennis On Campus, which is designed to keep kids playing tennis, once again on a team representing their school and providing the opportunity to meet new friends.

Tennis On Campus is a program for students, run by students. So it not only provides various play opportunities, but also leadership opportunities. As in high school, these teams will compete against other Tennis On Campus programs throughout the country. Right here in Northwest Ohio, the University of Toledo and Bowling Green State University have these programs.

Yet another opportunity available to players 18 and older is USTA Adult League Tennis. In this league, players play on teams and compete against other teams of a similar level.

These leagues are played mainly in the summer. However, there are various league-play opportunities

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for kids who do not want to play in “tournaments.” Junior Team Tennis provides the opportunity for youth to play on coed teams in a fun and less competitive manner, depending on the level at which they choose to play. So what is out there to encourage and maintain kids’ participation beyond their initial exposure and junior-high years?

Let us start with the high-school years. During high school, kids love doing things with their friends and representing their school. If a child, or their parent, does not think they are a star or a strong player, the pursuit of tennis might end because they might not make the varsity team. Well, the key is finding a no-cut program.

These programs encourage participation for all levels. Several no-cut programs are offered in and around the Toledo area, and they all are to be thanked. They are doing their part to encourage participation and keep kids active. These programs have 20 to 40 kids playing on their teams, and they are providing the opportunity for kids to play with their friends and to represent their school.

The opportunity to participate does not stop after high school. Many times players and their families think

s summer is winding down, children and parents start to schedule activities for the fall and winter. In several previous articles, I have shared some statistics explaining why tennis is a great sport to try. This month, I would like to share with you the lifelong opportunities that go with tennis.

It is crucial in today’s world to get and keep kids active, plain and simple. In whatever sport or activity a family decides to try, the key is to have a positive first experience. The USTA has created these opportunities with the support and encouragement of the 10-and-under tennis pathway.

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with chemicals. UV-blocking sunglasses are also a good idea whenever you go outside. Excessive UV sunlight can damage your retina, cause lasting vision loss, and increase your risk for developing cataracts.

Don’t strain Eye dryness and more difficulty reading in low light commonly occur with aging. Make sure you have enough light when you read, and take regular breaks from visually demanding tasks.

Try to blink often to moisten your eyes, or consider eye drops to avoid irritation. Too much glare on TV and computer screens can also strain your eyes, so try to avoid that, too.

Wear protection To avoid eye injuries, always wear safety glasses any time you use power tools or work

Smoking is as bad for your eyes as it is for the rest of your body. In fact, it doubles your risk of developing age-related macular degeneration and cataracts. If you smoke, talk to your doctor or healthcare provider about quitting. There are many things that can be done to make it easier for you to quit.

Your eyesight is important to your overall health. If you notice a change in your vision, discuss it with your healthcare provider. Your eyesight may never be perfect, especially as you age. But if you take care of your eyes, you will be much less likely to have serious vision problems down the road. ❦ Sources: Centers for Disease Control (CDC); National Institutes of Health (NIH); Healthwise

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ne of the more captivating moments of the Olympics was watching swimmer Michael Phelps win his 28th gold medal with what appeared to be red blotches all over his upper arms and chest muscles. Some of the announcers were speculating about them when the answer came quickly: Mr Phelps had undergone a cupping procedure just prior to his swim. This was reminiscent of Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Aniston who were photographed at events with cup marks on their backs a few years ago. Ms. Paltrow later explained to Oprah, “It feels amazing, and it’s very relaxing.”

So exactly what is “cupping,” and could this form of treatment have contributed to Michael Phelps’ extensive collection of Olympic gold medals?

Cupping is a type of massage in Eastern medicine that has been practiced for over two thousand years. It pulls blood into the tissues and facilitates pain relief as well as muscle repair. Mr. Phelps was quoted as saying, “I’ve done it before meets, pretty much every meet I go to. So I asked for a little cupping yesterday because I was sore, and the trainer hit me pretty hard and left a couple of marks.”

Cupping involves placing special shaped cups over desired treatment areas and then using either a hand pump or heat to create a vacuum between the skin and the cup. This vacuum effect draws blood up into the treated tissues. The overall effect is to reduce pain and speed healing of strained muscles. Many Olympic athlete’s regularly use cupping. You may have noticed other swimmers with cup marks as well as many members of the men’s gymnastics team. Athletes who use it swear by it, saying it keeps them injury free and speeds recovery.

Other physiological effects from stirring up local tissues in this manner may include triggering the immune system to produce cytokines, which are small enzymes that reduce local pain and limit inflammation from an

overactive immune response—just the thing you want to happen in overstressed muscles when your next match is only 24 hours away!

Dr. Kevin Rindal is the chiropractor for the men’s Olympic swimming team. He has said that cupping is a regular part of his treatment regime for athletes but cautions that many people try to self-treat with cupping sets bought online. “There is a skill level required to use cupping properly,” he says. He relates the time one patient came into his office with a cup mark in the center of his forehead. The patient told him that he was self-treating for a headache.

Despite the appearance of red marks, the cupping procedure itself is not painful or even uncomfortable.

The cups are left on for five to 20 minutes with the length of time determining the intensity of the marks left after cup removal.

While extremely safe, it should be noted that cupping is not be used on patients who are on anticoagulant therapy or patients who have visible skin lesions or infections. Pregnant women should not be cupped on their abdomen.

In our office, we utilize cupping to relieve chronic spasms by stimulating blood flow in areas of scar tissue, such as failed back surgery or degenerative arthritis in the neck or back. Chronic shoulder and hip pain also frequently respond to a number of cupping sessions.

While cupping as a treatment has been around for thousands of years, those in the West are just now discovering its secrets. Olympic athletes, movie stars, and professional sports teams all use it on a regular basis to keep fit and maintain their

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The families Aurora serves have extremely complex service needs and are homeless for a variety of reasons, e.g., chemical dependency, severe mental health issues, domestic violence, and economic downturn (loss of employment/foreclosure).

In fiscal year 2015/16, Aurora served 46 women and 53 children (resident/ visiting). The yearly cost of serving a family is approximately $10,000, and of those who complete our program, 70% will remain successful, i.e. housing, employment/education, etc.

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As Aurora evolved and responded to the needs of its adult population, the special needs of the children became more apparent. Exposure to drug- or alcohol-dependent parents oftentimes leads to a chaotic lifestyle subject to abuse and neglect. Aurora provides access to programming specifically designed for children to assist them in recognizing their role in the family as well as to gain effective coping and socialization skills.

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reasons Aurora continues to provide “new beginnings” for our families

Summary Our combined emphasis on healing the mother and child creates a program that positively impacts the lives of its participants. Aurora has built its program by providing services that are created from a direct need of our client base. As we embrace measured outcomes and become more intentional about our service delivery system, we have the ability to take a systematic approach to evaluating the entire program.

It is the variety and specialization of our programming that makes our program unique.

Upcoming event Join us on September 22, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. to celebrate our 30th Anniversary of providing new beginnings for women and children in our community. The event will be hosted at Hensville in Downtown Toledo and will include grazing stations, a silent auction, success sharing, and acknowledgement of key individuals and organizations who contributed significantly to Aurora’s success and impact in the community. Sponsorships and tickets are available. Additional information can be found at Aurora’s website (auroraprojectinc.org) or Facebook page or by contacting Denise Fox at 419-244-3200, ext. 100.❦

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oledo residents may have noticed Other amenities that Reynolds that exciting changes are taking Senior Village residents will enjoy place at Reynolds Senior Village, include nighttime security; an onlocated at 961 S. Reynolds Road. site manager available during office Now under new ownership, the hours; a dedicated maintenance crew; once aging and careworn trailer park, city-provided trash-collection services; a formerly known as Reynolds Village, pet-friendly environment; playground is undergoing a multimillion-dollar equipment for residents’ grandchildren renovation and transitioning into a to enjoy when they visit; special disvibrant, friendly, safe, and affordable counts at a local furniture store; close community specifically for people proximity to shopping, restaurants, age 55 and older. and emergency services; as well as New owner Second Time Inves- easy access to the Ohio Turnpike and tors, led by Tony Falzone, who has major freeways. Sales representatives been in business since 1968 and de- Judy Koester and Jane Weasel are also veloped seven different parks, is available to answer any questions highly enthusiastic about the progress residents may have and help them that’s already been made at Reyn- make a smooth transition into their olds Senior Village. “The safety of new home and community. our residents is paramount, so one Of course, the most significant of the first things we did was install security fencing around the entire community. We’ve also put in a new entrance, completely revamped the clubhouse to include a kitchen and exercise room, installed a paved patio with grills and picnic tables behind the clubhouse, replaced the street lighting with state-of-the-art LEDs, repaved many of the streets, and 6006 ReynoldsSenior_HealthyLiv_816.qxp_Layout 1 7/20/16 4:05 PM Page 1 begun sodding the lots,” Falzone says.

change underway at Reynolds Senior Village is to the homes themselves.

Second Time Investors is in the process of phasing out most of the old homes and replacing them with brand-new homes. As of this writing, 86 homes have been removed and replacements are pending. The nicely appointed homes, representing 10 models (soon to be 13) from three different manufacturers, are budget-friendly and available at favorable finance rates.

The new manufactured homes are available in single- and double-wide units. Each features a pitched, shingled roof, gas heat, a gas range and range hood, a full-size refrigerator, and the option to add a dishwasher. Koester notes that the homes are customizable so residents can make any changes or personalize them. “The homes

are also different by design from the standpoint of energy efficiency,” she adds. “Most of our homes are constructed with six-inch sidewalls, which offer superior thermal insulation compared to conventional four-inch walls—an R-value of 19 versus 11.

The R-value in the attic is 38, and the floors are R-22. That means our homes are very resistant to cold air infiltration, which is an extremely important consideration during our long Northwest Ohio winters.”

Weasel emphasizes that the benefits of Reynolds Senior Village living will go far beyond the extensive structural and aesthetic enhancements to include a strong sense of community. “Numerous studies show that people who feel they’re part of a community have a better quality of life and greater longevity, so we plan to offer a wide range of programs and activities that nurture that sense of belonging,” she says. “We plan to offer a variety of special events to bring residents and their families together, such as wine and cheese tastings, card parties, and potlucks.

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God’s justice is not ours This, then, is what God considers “justice”: that all people have what they need, not necessarily because they have “earned” it but because they need it.

—John L. McLaughlin God’s love is essentially unfair. Rather, it is gratuitous, bounteous, magnanimous.…

Extravagant God, help me to lavish my love upon others today—especially upon those who seem undeserving— just as you lavish your love upon me.

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Okay, I’m not God and neither are you, but can’t we learn better ways to deal with each other at home, at work, in our respective communities, and within our government?

When I think of justice, I’m reminded of Jesus’s parable in Matthew 20:1-16.

He tells of the man who needs people to work in his vineyard and promises each worker a day’s wage whether he worked all day or came later in the day to help out. He knew that each man needed a day’s wage to support the family.

I’d like to reflect here on the words “deserve” and “earn” as they get into our conversations about justice and love in our daily lives.

There are people who seem to deserve to be punished for the acts of violence they commit for whatever reasons they may have for hurting or

killing others. We will say they have earned so many years in prison, or perhaps a life sentence or even death for committing the most grievous crimes. In special cases, judge and jury must consider all the facts and evidence and decide as best they can, within the parameters of the law, what a person deserves in light of what he or she has done to get into this trouble in the first place.

How is justice served when we say that a person deserves or earns such punishments? WWGD in these cases? Again, I don’t know, but I suspect a God whose love is gratuitous, bounteous, and magnanimous, as Sr. Melannie says, would certainly see deserving or earning such love differently than most of us would.

Another Catholic Sister, Sr. Helen Prejean, of Dead Man Walking fame, learned that when she got to know a prisoner from a one-on-one encounter, she was able to see how it is possible to love as God loves.

Perhaps we need time to get to know these criminals and see the world through their eyes, their life experience, their needs.

Considering needs is an important part of this reflection. In the world of work, we talk about earning a just wage. Does the highly paid boss really earn his or her wage, which may be 300 times that of the employees? In Jesus’s parable, all the workers received the same wage because that is what they agreed to

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work for and the owner decided to be generous to those who came later in the day. Such was his prerogative to be magnanimous that day.

I once heard a talk by a woman who worked for a nonprofit agency in Washington, DC, where everyone in the agency received the same salary and benefits. I can’t imagine that happening in the USA very often, but it made me pause and think about the pitch employers make about every employee being very important to the success of the business, agency, or institution. In the healthcare setting, I think about the hands-on work done by nurses, nurse aides, dietary personnel, housekeeping, and maintenance staff, all of whom are essential to the care of patients who come to us for help. Are they

really getting a just wage, a wage that helps them meet their needs, a wage that reflects just how essential their work is to the institution? Aren’t we all in this together?

Since God’s justice and love are so unlike mine, I can only pray with Sr. Melannie—Extravagant God, help me to lavish my love upon others today—especially upon those who seem undeserving—just as you lavish your love upon me. Help me to be ever mindful of how many times I’ve been lavishly loved by God in and through others.

Amen. ❦ Sister Mary Thill is a Sylvania Franciscan Sister. She is Patient Liaison for Mature Health Connections at Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center. She can be reached at 419-251-3600.

Don't get stuck in your comfort zone

by Amanda Manthey

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hen you’ve been running the same course at the same pace for a long period, the route and scenery become boring and you might feel as though you’re on “auto pilot” during your run. Most runners experience these same feelings at one time or another during their training. Challenging yourself daily with your running program will help minimize your “comfort-zone” tendencies. Here’s how: First, runners should set personal fitness goals to improve fitness performance. Whether you are improving your time or your distance, you should be monitoring these personal goals weekly. Remember, you can’t reach goals that you never set for yourself. A daily running log is a great way to monitor time, distance, and running routes to notice patterns in your running and will enable you to achieve your goals.

In addition, choosing different running routes to vary the scenery and terrain will allow you to challenge yourself as a runner. But, most important, remember to choose safe running routes either in a park or on streets with sidewalks.

Adding sprints to your workout and varying your speed at different points during your run will provide a more effective, challenging workout, as well.

Cross training is another great way to vary your workout routine. Choosing at least two cross-training sports to include in your running program will provide a well-balanced, challenging fitness program.

Finally, evaluate yourself as a runner and choose one or two areas in running that you can improve upon, and focus your attention on those areas. For example, my areas of concern are hills and incline workouts.

I purposely choose certain routes that concentrate on hills to challenge myself as a runner.

There are many ways to discover new challenges as a runner. Find out for yourself what you can do to minimize your “comfort-zone” tendencies. It will make you a better runner. ❦ Amanda Manthey is a former collegiate runner for Eastern Michigan University.

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Sunset Village to open state-of-the-art rehab facility this fall

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t’s a fact of life that as we get older, our bodies begin to show more wear and tear. Even among active, generally fit seniors, knee and hip replacements are common, unexpected fractures occur, and acute illnesses take their toll. As a result, convenient access to quality post-acute care and rehab is essential for seniors who want to maintain their function, mobility, and independence.

Recognizing this critical need, Sunset Retirement Communities is opening a cutting-edge physical rehabilitation facility on the campus of Sunset Village—also the location of the new Villas at Sunset Village, a unique 12-unit Life Plan Community (formerly called a CCRC) situated in a luxuriant, park-like setting complete with walking paths, lush landscaping, and beautiful views overlooking ponds and meadows.

“Our new rehab center, which is slated to open in late fall of 2016, will offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy services in a state-of-the-art, 6,000-square-foot gym with private treatment rooms,” says Judy Bishop-Pierce, Leader of Transformation and Growth for

Sunset Retirement Communities.

“We have included a SwimEx Model 1000T pool for warm water aquatic therapy. The pool features non-skid surfaces, varying levels of depth for a variety of therapeutic offerings, as well as a paddlewheel to generate a current to support therapy in depths ranging from 18 to 36 inches.”

Another offering of the new rehab space is an outdoor mobility courtyard. This area will include varying grades of surface, allowing clients to work with their therapist on testing their gait on different surfaces. The courtyard also includes a non-operating car to assist clients with transfer skills in and out of a vehicle.

Clients will appreciate the convenient, hassle-free access to the new rehab facility, which is located on the north side of the Sunset Village campus and easily accessible from Sylvania Metamora Road and Allen Road. Bishop-Pierce also notes that clients who are staying in one of the facility’s apartment suites during their rehab program will be able to access the rehab gym right from their suites.

“Whether a client is receiving therapy on an inpatient or outpatient basis,

there’s something very comforting about knowing you’re in your own neighborhood and close to home,” she says.

The rehab household at Sunset Village will accommodate up to 15 clients, each having their own private apartment with a private shower/ bathroom, and several apartments within the household have been renovated. The household features a family kitchen and comfortable parlors for visiting with family and friends, WiFi connection, and many other comforts of home. Sunset also offers concierge services, wherein meals can be ordered for delivery, and clients can even bring their pets from home while they are doing their rehab.

Bishop-Pierce emphasizes that

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So giving seniors the rehab services they need when they need them and at a time that is convenient for them actually leads to better outcomes and helps them remain independent,” she says.

The close proximity of the facility also makes it easier for clients to get a head start on rehabilitation prior to a procedure. For example, if someone is scheduled to undergo a knee or hip replacement, he or she can begin doing flexibility and strengthening exercises at Sunset six to eight weeks ahead of time in order to better tolerate the surgery and recover quicker afterward. This “prehab” can be done with the same therapists who will assist in the client’s recovery after hospitalization. “The consistency of utilizing the same therapist before and after surgery will help the client recover quicker as well as develop a relationship with their ‘personal’ therapist and a familiarity with the Sunset team,” says Bishop-Pierce. ❦

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EATING WELL

by Laurie Syring, RD/LD

Seniors and malnutrition risk

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eptember is Healthy Aging Month, an annual health observance designed to focus national attention on the positive aspects of growing older as well as to provide inspiration and practical ideas for adults ages 50 and over to improve their physical, mental, social, and financial well-being. What better time to devote this column to the topic of senior malnutrition?

How significant is this issue? According to a recent study published in the Annals of Emergency Medicine, more than half of adults over age 65 are either at risk for malnutrition or actually malnourished. We dietitians have been aware of this fact for years.

However, now that baby boomers comprise over 76 million Americans, the rate has risen to over 60 percent of them at risk—much more than previously reported.

Why should you be concerned that you might be malnourished or at risk of malnutrition? Simple: Improper nutrition or malnutrition can affect brain function and increase your risk for many debilitating conditions, poor immune function, and osteoporosis.

Why seniors are at high risk Malnutrition risk is high among seniors for a number of reasons. One is that the loss of the senses of smell and taste is a normal part of the aging process, which can greatly affect the enjoyment seniors get from food and may contribute to loss of appetite. Aging also affects the way we absorb nutrients from food. Certain digestive enzymes and acids slow down and affect how the foods are broken down.

Various illnesses and chronic conditions, such as Alzheimer ’s and depression, can also play a role in declining sense of taste and smell as well as the motivation to make meals.

Diseases like Parkinson’s can make it more difficult to swallow food.

Arthritis and other mobility issues can limit seniors’ ability to shop and obtain healthy foods. Dental problems such as missing, loose, or rotten teeth or dentures that don’t fit properly or cause mouth sores can make it difficult for seniors to chew food.

The medications seniors take to treat the aforementioned illnesses and chronic conditions can also be part of the problem because some of them can interfere with appetite. In fact, taking more than three prescription medications increases seniors’ risk for side effects such as poor appetite, change in taste, constipation, weakness, nausea, and other issues.

Then there’s the issue of social isolation.

Think about it, meals are usually a social time. But as people advance in age, they tend to spend more time alone, and many won’t bother to prepare a meal if it’s just for them.

Finally, we have to factor in economic hardship. As many as 40 percent of older Americans have incomes below $12,000 per year. Earning less— or choosing to spend less than $50 to $75 per week on food—makes it very hard for seniors to eat the foods they need to stay healthy.

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sign that should not be ignored. Plus, simply being under- or overweight increases your chances of poor health in general.

Other ways to reduce your malnutrition risk include: • Focus on getting enough of the right nutrients. Protein is a big one. Try consuming a good protein source, such as peanut butter, cottage cheese, milk, yogurt, lean meats, or eggs, at each meal every day. Also make sure you’re getting adequate B vitamins, found in fortified breads and cereals; vitamin C, found in citrus and some

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vegetables; vitamin D, found in oily fish and fortified milk; and vitamin E, found in nuts and seeds. (Always talk to your doctor before starting any vitamin or herbal supplement.)

Use herbs and spices to liven up bland or flat-tasting foods. Avoid using salt.

See your dentist about poor dentition or poorly fitting dentures.

Check out your local senior center or contact the Area Office on Aging for connections to resources such as meal- or grocery-delivery services.

Contact friends or neighbors and arrange a weekly dinner get-together, whether at a favorite local restaurant or in someone’s home.

If you don’t always remember to eat—a common problem with Alzheimer’s and other memory issues—leave notes to remind yourself.

Make an effort to eat even if your appetite is not so great. Sometimes just a half sandwich, fruit, and milk can be enough.

Along with increased protein, experts also recommend daily physical activity, such as resistance training or aerobic exercise, for

older adults for as long as possible.

As we get older, eating enough of the right types of foods may become more of a challenge, but that doesn’t mean malnutrition is inevitable for seniors! It simply means we need to be aware of changes taking place in

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our lives and bodies that can affect how we eat and take simple steps to counteract them. Regularly checking our nutritional health just makes sense. ❦ Laurie Syring, RD/LD, is chief clinical dietitian at ProMedica Flower Hospital.

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If you are age 60 or better, September and October are made for you at the Zoo. Monday through Friday during these months, seniors receive free parking in the Anthony Wayne Trail lot and a free small coffee and mini muffin from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at our Timberline Bakery. Seniors also receive a 20% discount on merchandise in Zoo gift shops along with a $5 discount on any Zoo membership.

Mark your calendars for Tuesdays in September and October because they are even better! On top of the free parking and snack, seniors also receive free Zoo admission and fun activities including concerts, BINGO, and tours of our historic Works Progress Administration-era buildings, including a livedive presentation in our recently renovated Aquarium.

Come and enjoy it all at Senior Discovery Days, presented by Welltower, Inc., weekdays through September and October, at your Toledo Zoo. Select tours and classes require pre-registration. For more information, please visit toledozoo.org/seniors.❦

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Balancing the blessings and burdens of caregiving

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roviding at-home care for an ill or aging loved one can be a profoundly rewarding experience, but the additional responsibilities and burdens associated with long-term caregiving can also be a significant source of stress. If not alleviated, this chronic stress can take a heavy toll on the caregiver’s physical and emotional health. The key to avoiding this dilemma as a caregiver is keeping a close eye on one’s own well-being as well as taking advantage of the numerous caregiver services and resources available in our community.

“My advice to caregivers is, first and foremost, take good care of yourself,” emphasizes Linda Chambers, administrative director for ProMedica Home Health Care and ProMedica Palliative Medicine. “See your physician for checkups, get a good night’s sleep, and make sure you’re giving your body the nutrition it needs. We see a lot of caregivers who put their own needs and health on the back burner, but remember, you can’t take care of someone else long term if you don’t take care of yourself first.”

Chambers notes that the aging of our population—with many people living well into their 90s or even surpassing 100—is thrusting more and more people into the role of informal caregiver. In fact, it’s estimated that 10 million adult children over age 50 are caring for one or both parents and that number is three times higher than it was just 15 years ago. What’s more, many “sandwich generation” caregivers are burning the proverbial candle at both ends—caring for children

of their own as well as their aging parents while still working a full- or part-time job. For these caregivers, the mental and emotional health risks can be tremendous.

Of course, the unique needs of the individual requiring care have a major influence on the caregiver’s level of burden and degree of stress. Those with limited physical function may need help primarily with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, and getting in and out of bed, while those who have Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia may need someone to do a lot of thinking for them as well as to help with physical limitations. No two caregiving scenarios are identical.

In some cases, highly stressed and overburdened caregivers experience burnout, which can manifest itself through depression, lack of energy, feelings of hopelessness and guilt, difficulty sleeping, lack of concentration, and a host of other signs and symptoms. Moreover, the burned-out caregiver may begin to feel resentment toward the loved one requiring care or even become neglectful toward him or her. “If we see caregivers at that tipping point, we get a social worker involved to steer them toward support resources available in the com-

munity as well as provide support and guidance for them,” Chambers states.

According to Tara O’Rourke, administrator at the ProMedica Goerlich Center for Alzheimer ’s and Dementia Care, the risk of burnout is significant for people caring for a loved one with dementia whose sleep-wake cycle is reversed. These individuals are often up and wandering at night but asleep during the day, making it extremely difficult for the caregiver to adhere to a normal sleep pattern and get adequate rest.

However, it’s important to understand that caregiving isn’t merely a burden and source of stress. It can also be tremendously gratifying. As Chambers explains, “Caring for a loved one can be taxing and exhausting, but it’s also extremely rewarding. It’s a labor of love for many adult children who want to give something back to the parents who cared for them unconditionally. I’ve seen caregiving scenarios in which strained or distant family relationships have been mended. Caregiving provides an opportunity for loved ones to reminisce and cherish the time they have together.”

Another encouraging note for caregivers is that our community offers a wide range of caregiver services and resources that can help them minimize stress and avoid burnout.

The Area Office on Aging, the Alzheimer’s Association, the United Way, and various church-based support groups are just a sampling of the agencies and organizations that offer support programs for caregivers. ProMedica At Home, a private duty service, offers personal and home making support. O’Rourke adds that the ProMedica Goerlich Center offers respite services, including Adult Day Care and Night Care programs, so caregivers can drop off their loved one in a safe environment while they attend to other responsibilities, participate in activities or events (e.g., a family wedding), take a much-needed break, or simply enjoy a good night’s sleep. “Some of the caregivers who take advantage of our respite services are actually cancer patients who need a safe place for their loved one while they go next door to the ProMedica Hickman Cancer Center for chemo or radiation services,” she says. Caregivers should also be aware that under the Family and Medical Leave Act, they may be eligible for up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave from work each year.

In addition, the ProMedica Goerlich Center and ProMedica Home Care offer a quarterly Caregiver Conference Series for family caregivers of older adults. The remaining fall sessions include Nutrition for the Older Adult on Wednesday, September 14, and Caregiver Health and Wellbeing on Wednesday, October 12. Both sessions will be held from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the ProMedica Flower Hospital Conference Center.

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Breakthrough in-office treatment resolves intimate post-menopausal issues

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ollowing menopause, approximately 18 percent of women experience a condition known as vaginal atrophy, which causes a wide range of bothersome physical symptoms, including vaginal dryness, itching, and irritation, and makes intercourse painful and difficult. As a result, intimacy is affected and interpersonal relationships can become strained. Unfortunately, many women with this chronic condition suffer in silence, believing it to be an inevitable part of the aging process.

According to urogynecologist Dr. Andrew Croak, director of Northwest Ohio Center for Urogynecology & Women’s Health, vaginal atrophy develops due to the reduction in a woman’s estrogen level following menopause. “The whole pelvic floor is very estrogen-receptor dependent,” he explains. “As a woman’s estrogen level declines and the receptors are no longer fed, the blood supply to those tissues decreases and they go from being lush, thick, and well-moistened to being thinner, dryer, more delicate, and much more sensitive. In some cases, the tissue becomes so sensitive that a simple swipe with toilet paper can actually cause bleeding.”

The good news is, with the advent of a painless, non-hormonal in-office procedure called MonaLisa Touch®, offered at Northwest Ohio Center for Urogynecology & Women’s Health, women with vaginal atrophy can experience complete resolution of these unpleasant symptoms and reclaim a higher quality of life.

FDA-approved MonaLisa Touch, which requires no anesthesia and causes no downtime, delivers C02 laser energy to the vaginal wall. The laser stimulates fibroblastic growth, which in turn helps generate a new blood supply and stimulates collagen production. As a consequence, the thickness, elasticity, and moistness of the vaginal tissue increase while sensitivity, pain, and irritation decrease.

The therapy is administered over the course of three in-office treatments spaced six weeks apart, and each session takes less than five minutes.

Dr. Croak notes that the treatments are as easy as undergoing an annual Pap smear with a speculum but don’t take as long.

Thus far, the outcomes for patients undergoing MonaLisa Touch have been remarkable.

“After the first treatment, we’re seeing an 85 percent significant improvement rate, with many of the women able to participate in pain-free intercourse for the first time in years. By the end of the third treatment, the improvement rate is nearly 100 percent. We’re also seeing exceptional long-term results with only about one-third of patients requiring treatment annually for severe cases. What’s more, after completing our first year of treatments for approximately 150 patients, our success rates mirror those on an international level,” Dr. Croak says.

In addition to vaginal atrophy, this therapy is helpful for women with lichen sclerosis, vulvodynia, and bladder leakage. However, Dr. Croak emphasizes that this new therapy should not be confused with “vaginal rejuvenation,” which is scientifically unfounded. In contrast, MonaLisa Touch is based on sound science and has been proven safe and effective in both the US and Europe.

“For the large population of women with vaginal atrophy, including breast cancer patients and women with vascular issues who are unable to use traditional vaginal hormonal treatments, this treatment is a total game-changer,” Dr. Croak states. ❦ For more information on MonaLisa Touch or to schedule an appointment, please call Northwest Ohio Center for Urogynecology & Women’s Health at 419-893-7134. Financial discounts and incentives may be available for this therapy.

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: You are so right, and great question! You should take earplugs to the next concert. There is so much research showing that earplugs will help prevent tinnitus (ringing in the ear) as well as temporary hearing loss that may occur after being exposed to such loud music or noise. The temporary hearing loss may quickly turn into a permanent type of hearing loss due to the repeated exposure, and there’s no cure. And be aware that, even if you are young, there is an increase of hearing loss developing in your age group.

The good thing is that earplugs can really help. I just read about a group in Amsterdam last fall that were outdoor music festival goers. Those who wore earplugs were about five times less likely to have temporary hearing loss compared to those who did not wear any type of protection. Sounds that reach 85 dBA or above over a long period of time should be concerning to the general public, and the music they were exposed to was measured at about 100 decibels over four and a half hours. That level could cause damage in just 15 minutes!

Earplugs are also so easy to come by these days. For those who don’t attend noisy environments, disposable types made of foam or silicone may be a good choice. They actually fit tight in most ears, and you will still be able to hear the music and some conversations when they are in your

ears. Your audiologist can also take an impression of your ear and order custom-fit hearing protection for you.

These personalized earplugs ensure an optimal fit and security.

You should think about getting a hearing test to establish a baseline of your hearing and see if there is already an existing hearing loss that warrants adaptations to the earplugs.

“Noise is part of the world we live in, and having a good time this summer probably means at least some noisy activities,” says William Hal Martin, PhD, Professor of Otolaryngology, National University of Singapore, Program Director MSc of Audiology, Center for Hearing, Speech and Balance, and Co-Director of Dangerous Decibels. “So I strongly urge people to be smart and safeguard their ears. Using earplugs and other forms of hearing protection is your best bet for ensuring that you can enjoy music, listening to friends, and all the other sounds you love for your entire life.”

Here are the warning signs of excessive noise that you should be aware of: • You have to shout over the noise to be heard by someone within arm’s length.

• You have pain in your ears after leaving a noisy area.

• You hear ringing or buzzing (tinnitus) in your ears immediately after exposure to noise.

• You suddenly have difficulty understanding speech after exposure to noise; you can hear people talking but can’t understand them.

Repeated exposure to loud noise over an extended period of time presents serious risks to hearing health.

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So remember these facts when you are ready to go to the next concert.

Feel free to call us at Northwest Ohio Hearing Clinic for any questions or concerns, and, of course, enjoy the music during the last few summer concerts with care. ❦

Randa Mansour-Shousher, AuD, CCC-A, is a Doctor of Audiology with Northwest Ohio Hearing Clinic, located at 1125 Hospital Dr., Suite 50 in Toledo (419-383-4012) and 1601 Brigham Dr., Suite 160 in Perrysburg (419-873-4327).

Add some color to your child’s plate!

by Barbara Okuley

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veryone should taste the rainbow… of fruits and vegetables, that is!

Not only are most produce items low in calories and contain natural sugars, but they also provide vital nutrients for your child’s body and reduce the risk of childhood obesity and many chronic diseases. Join Mercy Health Children’s Hospital and Kohl’s Cares as we celebrate Childhood Obesity Prevention Month for the month of September and add some color to your child’s plate!

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, fruits and vegetables

should make up approximately onehalf of a child’s plate. Although the amount of produce your child eats is important, eating a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables has an even greater impact on their health.

Most fruits and vegetables are very colorful—and very healthy. As a matter of fact, the more colorful they are, the better they are for you.

Fresh fruits and vegetables are at their brightest colors when in season.

Each color does something specific for your body. Red, blue, and purple fruits and vegetables, such as toma-

toes, plums, and blueberries, help to keep your child’s heart healthy and reduce the risk of cancers. Blueberries are even known to improve cognitive skills and decrease age-associated memory loss. Orange and yellow produce enhances the immune system and keeps your eyes, skin, bones, and teeth healthy. Orange citrus fruits specifically are known to help heal wounds. Green produce is also good for the health of your eyes. Dark green vegetables help protect your eyes from oxidative stress and decrease the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration, and leafy green vegetables protect against certain types of cancer. So the greener and leafier, the better! Lastly, white fruits and vegetables, such as onions, mushrooms, and bananas, are particularly helpful in lowering blood pressure and cholesterol. Not only do these colors add visual appeal to your child’s plate, but they also increase the amount and variety of vitamins, minerals, and protective plant compounds they are consuming.

Fruits and vegetables make great snack options for your children and can even add some color and flavor

to their drinking water. Try adding lemons or cucumbers to improve the taste. Have plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables at home, ready to eat! Parents can set an example by eating them too.

So the next time you are at the grocery store, have your child pick out a particular color or encourage them to try a new fruit or vegetable.

Eating healthy can be fun. You just need a little more color! For more information on eating colorfully and Childhood Obesity Prevention Month, visit the Kohl’s Kids in Action website: www. kohlskidsinaction.org.

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the largest health system in Ohio and one of the largest non-profit systems in the country. Locally, Mercy is based in Toledo, Ohio and serves 20-counties in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. Mercy provides comprehensive primary and critical care services to residents as well as a robust physician group, Mercy Medical Partners, Life Flight critical air transport services, and Mercy College of Ohio.

Mercy is proud to have provided over $92 million in community benefit in 2014, which includes charity

care and community health services.

With more than 7,300 employees and 2,200 medical staff members, Mercy has been a part of the Northwest Ohio community it serves for 160 years. Please visit mercyweb.org for additional information and connect with Mercy on Facebook and Twitter, @mercynwohio. ❦ Barbara Okuley is a summer intern working in the Healthy Connections Department of Mercy Health - Children’s Hospital. She attends the University of Cincinnati.

“Get real about teal” and walk the walk for ovarian cancer!

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he Ovarian Cancer Connection (OCC) is turning 22 towns throughout NW Ohio and SE Michigan teal to create awareness of ovarian cancer and its symptoms, which are often subtle. The campaign consists of volunteers tying teal ribbons primarily in town centers and providing local business a teal ribbon and information pertaining to ovarian cancer to place in their windows.

The OCC began Turning The Towns Teal the last week in August, and the ribbons will remain in place for the entire month of September, which is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.

Ovarian Cancer is often referred to as the “silent cancer,” and because there is no early detection

test for ovarian cancer, we need women and men to be aware of the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Most women will experience bloating, abdominal pain, urinary frequency/urgency, or difficulty eating or feeling full quickly after eating a small amount of food. If ovarian cancer is detected in the early stages, the survival rate is 90 to 95 percent, which is why this awareness campaign is so critical.

On Saturday, September 17th, the Ovarian Cancer Connection is hosting the 12th Annual Ellen Jackson Ovarian Cancer Walk, presented by Buckeye Broadband, on the campus of UTMC off Glendale Avenue, Toledo, Ohio. Please show your support for women fighting ovarian cancer

and other gynecologic cancers in our community by registering online at http://www.ovarianconnection. org, or you can call 419-866-6622 to request a registration form.

The Ovarian Cancer Connection is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization located in Toledo, Ohio. OCC’s mission is to raise awareness about ovarian cancer, educate the community on the early warning signs of ovarian cancer, and support research that is

By Kat Tomasewski

Five tips to prevent the afterschool snacking saboteur

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eal planning is something that most of us do on a regular basis, but back-to-school meal planning is extra special. Why? Back-to-school resolutions! Okay, I know how ridiculous it sounds, but it’s true. Think about it, most of us try our best to start the school year off right with new, healthier routines. The top three back-to-school resolutions, in no particular order, often include being more active, less screen time, and eating healthier.

In an effort to reinforce the eating healthier back-to-school resolution, we parents do our research, come up with the best brain-stimulating breakfasts for our little Einsteins, triple check that all the food groups are present at lunch, and finish off their day with a well-balanced dinner. However, we often forget one

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vital component of meal planning: that time when our guard is down, when we are distracted by children’s homework, after-school activities, and preparing dinner. That is when the saboteur sneaks in, undetected and ready to destroy the healthy eating habits we are trying so hard to implement. Who is this cruel saboteur?

The afterschool snack!

Here are five simple tips to keep that saboteur at bay:

1. Prepare snacking foods ahead of time We want our children to make healthy choices when it comes to their afterschool snack. We would much rather have them reaching for celery sticks and peanut butter or hummus than that processed bag of chips. However, convenience plays a huge role.

If the celery isn’t cleaned and cut, ready for consumption, then chances are they will grab that bag of chips instead. Prepare healthy snacking foods ahead of time. Clean and cut fruits and vegetables and have them in easily accessible containers.

2. Don’t bring it in the house This is rather self-explanatory. If you don’t want your children consuming high-sugar, trans-fat-laden, processed foods, don’t bring them into your house.

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Even the healthiest, organic, GMOfree snacks can sabotage healthy eating when portion sizes are not monitored. Encourage children to read the nutrition labels and take special consideration of the serving size. For example, take a look at the image of trail mix that accompanies this article. My son assumed the We love feedback. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter.

dish on the left was a serving size of trail mix when in fact it was much less. The container on the right illustrates the actual serving size, three tablespoons to be exact. Note the difference in sizes.

4. Provide variety Children, like adults, get bored with food easily. Have a variety of snacking foods on hand—whole fruits, veggies, hardboiled eggs, sushi rolls, mixed nuts, trail mix, yogurt parfaits, fruit kabobs, etc.

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5. Choose healthy fast foods Despite our best efforts, sometimes we do forget the snacks at home and find ourselves with a car full of hungry kiddos with back-to-back extracurricular activities. A fast-food chain might be your only option.

When this happens seek heathier choices, like Chick-fil-a grilled nuggets, McDonald’s oatmeal and/or yogurt parfaits, etc. ❦ Kat Tomasewski writes the wildly popular Mom on the Go in Holy Toledo blog. Kat is a wife and mother living in Northwest Ohio and is a regular contributor to WTOL. She shares her knowledge on healthy recipes, parenting tips, local family friendly activities, and marriage advice.

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To vaccinate or not to vaccinate?

by Ibtissam Gad and Emily Zender

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lthough Shakespeare may have not addressed this question, many others have. The debate of whether administering vaccinations to our children is safe and effective has captured the interest of parents all over America. The debates have even made a presence online and in social media.

Misinformation has led a major movement by some to not vaccinate for a varying number of reasons, one of the most prominent arguments being that vaccination causes major side effects. Although, there is always a risk of side effects, as with any medication or medical procedure, the risk of suffering a major side effect from vaccinations is extremely low. For many of the vaccines, the side effects are relatively minor compared to the diseases the vaccine is preventing. Most severe side effects are estimated at one in several thousand, or less, like one in one million doses; however, milder side effects, such as cough, fever, and

aches, are more common.

One concern that has been exaggerated in the media is that vaccinations are linked to autism. In a cohort study with over one million children, the researchers examined the link between autism and vaccinated children who received the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine, a thimerosal-containing vaccine, and children who were not vaccinated with these vaccines. (Thimerosal contains mercury, and mercury is a toxic metal that centuries ago had been misused for “quack” treatment; we know better now.) Thimerosal is now used only in trace amounts, and when metabolized to ethyl mercury, it can be excreted by the body. It was concluded that vaccinations are not associated with autism. Essentially, children who received immunizations did not have a higher risk of having autism or autism-spectrum disorders.

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General Practice Research Database, 1,294 individuals who were diagnosed with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders (PDD) were compared with 3,671 individuals who did not have the diagnosis (control group). The researchers compared the two groups to see how many in each group had MMR vaccines. While 78% of autistic or PDD patients had the MMR vaccine before diagnosis, there was an 82% MMR vaccination rate among controls who did not have autism or PDD. The researchers concluded that there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups, suggesting that there is no link between the MMR vaccine and autism.

Furthermore, the Institute of Medicine declared, “The body of epidemiological evidence favors rejection of a causal relationship between the MMR vaccine and autism. The committee also…favors rejection of a causal relationship between thimerosal-containing vaccines and autism.”

Clearly, vaccinations are important for our health and for the health of future generations. Although there may be mild risks after vaccinations, no causation relationship between MMR vaccines and autism has been

identified in recent research.

Scientists and doctors are continually hard at work to ensure that the vaccinations are safe and cause as few side effects as possible. Moreover, extensive research is performed

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Please make sure to consult your healthcare provider to ensure that you are not allergic or have any other vaccine contraindications; these are

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Back on the bowling lanes thanks to Laurels rehab

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he therapy team at The Laurels of Toledo, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located at 1011 Byrne Road, understands that physical rehabilitation following surgery, injury, or a debilitating illness is about much more than helping clients regain functional capabilities, such as walking, dressing, and bathing. It’s also about getting them back to the hobbies and pastimes that bring joy and fulfillment to their lives.

For Genesis Village resident Irene Ewing that treasured pastime is bowling—an activity she hasn’t been able to manage for over two years due to severe knee pain and issues with her neck. Today, after undergoing surgery to replace her right knee and working extensively with Laurels physical therapy assistant Brad Weaver on her strength, balance, and range of motion, Ewing is ready to

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give bowling a try once again.

Weaver notes that when Ewing first moved into Genesis Village—where The Laurels provides onsite physical and occupational therapy services—her issues were primarily related to the cervical spine and her posture. He was also working with her on leg strength and range of motion. However, through the course of her therapy, it became apparent that another issue was troubling Ewing. “We started to notice that her right knee was really aching. When I asked her to describe the pain, she identified it as a six or

eight out of ten, which is pretty severe. Irene isn’t one to complain, so her husband, Chuck, didn’t even realize how much she was suffering,” he says.

A doctor’s exam revealed that Ewing had significant arthritis in the painful knee, so the next step was total joint replacement surgery, which was performed by Dr. Joseph Assenmacher at ProMedica Bay Park Hospital in June of this year. Prior to the surgery, she completed a rangeof-motion program so she would have a “leg-up” on her post-surgical rehab. Following surgery, she went to The Laurels for a few weeks of inpatient therapy, then she returned

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A Walk in the Park

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hirley announced that she had a real taste for some cheese curds.

(We were boondocking on the Middle Fork of the Payette River in Idaho at the time.) “Tillamook is only about 600 miles,” she said. “Besides, you have been saying that you’d like to go back to the Columbia River Gorge and the Oregon coast.”

So I relented. Knowing all the while that we would be required to visit a couple dozen wineries, gawk at a few dozen 750-foot-high waterfalls, and post photos of 482 lighthouses.

All under the pretense of getting a bag of Tillamook cheese curds.

Now, I used to be under the impression that Oregon was synonymous with sogging wet. Umbrellas wear out at the rate of about one a week.

This may be true of Portland. East of the mountains, however, there is a rain shadow that produces high desert country. The terrain is mostly buff-colored, rolling, round-shouldered hills. Very high, it is true, but they are definitely not the bare, jagged peaks of actual mountains. The sky is vivid blue because of the low humidity.

We cruised up I-84 and crossed the Columbia River to Plymouth, WA

Mornings were typically cool and foggy, but by noon, the sky was usually bright blue and the temperatures moderate. That is, July in Oregon is like January in St. Augustine, FL.

where there is a Corps of Engineers campground that we remember fondly from 2009. Fondly because it sits on a bluff above the river and sites are only $12 with your geezer pass. Plus they come with electricity, which is important if you want to run your RV air conditioner to escape the heat even in the shade of the cottonwoods.

From our base at the COE, we day tripped to local wineries. (Do a web search for Columbia River wineries. There are hundreds. Well,

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to Genesis Village, where she continued working with Weaver on an outpatient basis. “Coming back to Genesis Village and resuming therapy was a nice transition because we were able to pick up right where we left off, except now in the comfort of Irene’s own home,” Weaver notes.

Initially, Ewing’s pain was a significant issue during therapy, but it gradually diminished so Weaver could challenge her with more dynamic exercises as the strength and stability returned to her knee joint. Weaver notes that, as of this writing, Ewing can achieve neutral knee extension (a completely straight knee) and flexion of 110 degrees or more. “Her range of motion is right where it needs to be. In fact, compared to her left knee, her right knee may even be doing better.” he adds.

As Ewing continued to make progress in her functional capabilities, she and her husband would occasionally ask in jest when she could get back to bowling. But to Weaver, the idea wasn’t so farfetched. “I thought, hey, yeah, why not bowling? For years, Irene was involved in league bowling, and it’s something she truly loves doing, so we started modifying her program with that objective in mind,” he says.

Weaver began working with Ewing on simulating proper bowling posture and steps. Initially Ewing used wrist weights and weighted bags to simulate the weight of the ball. She then moved on to using her own 10pound ball in the therapy sessions, and she’s now able to complete all the steps short of releasing the ball with excellent body mechanics. Soon, Weaver will accompany her to an actual bowling alley to put everything she’s worked on into practice, including actually releasing the ball.

Weaver attributes Ewing’s success to all her hard work and dedication both in and out of therapy. Asked how she feels about the prospect of getting back in the bowling alley, Ewing replies, “I’m really excited!

It’s taken a long time and it was a lot of hard work, but I’m feeling wonderful now and I don’t have any pain. Now I’m looking forward to driving again!” ❦

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more than a dozen anyway.) Shirley and I returned to Columbia Crest because the staff was so cordial in ‘09. Believe it or not, some winery folks can get a tad snooty if you don’t look like you’ll buy a case or two at $129 a bottle.

I was taking pictures in the lovely chateau-style great room when Todd approached to offer us a private tour of the 21 acres of cellars. There were stainless steel fermentation tanks, the “eggs” in which unoaked wines are matured, and thousands of wine barrels. He never asked for a tour fee, and I didn’t even have to show him my prestigious Healthy Living News business card.

Better yet, he took us into the tasting room where he poured us

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three different styles of Sauvignon Blanc, a Chenin Blanc, a Grenache, a red blend, and a Syrah. Then it was time for my nap.

We also visited the Mercer Winery, named Washington Winery of the Year for 2016, where we were greeted by my “cousin” Liz Mercer-Elliott.

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Just to prove our good faith, Shirley insisted we buy five bottles of wine, a jar of caper berries, and five stemless wine glasses with the Mercer logo.

Liz is one slick operator.

Truth is, Liz really did contribute to the quality of the experience. I’m willing to say this even though I can’t remember all the wines we tasted.

I’m pretty sure one of them was a Riesling. I do know that Shirley bought one because she thought there was a picture of me on the label. (Take that, Liz!) From Plymouth we continued down the Columbia to Hood River, OR and a campsite at the foot of majestic Mt. Hood. Which we could not see because of an intervening ridge.

What we did get was a site right on the tumbling East Fork of the Hood River. The sound of the rushing water is a wonderful inducement to restful sleep. Farther down the road there was a huge parking area for use during the ski season that afforded exceptional views of the mountain.

The next day, continuing down the Gorge, we passed wind surfers taking advantage of the reliable draft funneled between the high bluffs. Passed Indians fishing for salmon. Passed the first couple of dozen 750-foot waterfalls. Actually, we didn’t pass them. Had to stop at all of them and join the 3,000 other tourists at each. The Gorge has the highest concentration of waterfalls in North America.

Multnomah Falls, for example, is purported to be the most visited place in Oregon. Based on the overflowing parking lots early on a weekday morning, I won’t disagree with that. The falls come in two stages punctuated by a footbridge between them. A short, steep trail leads from the base of the falls up to the bridge where, if your elbows are sharp enough, you can encourage some of the other tourists to move aside so you can get just the right artistic composition for your photos.

Other stops included Horsetail Falls, Latourell Falls, Wahkeena Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. There are 712 Bridal Veil Falls in the US, and 986 worldwide. You could look it up. (But I always count on the probability that you won’t. This is no time to start fact checking what I tell you.) The sheer cliffs on the Oregon side of the river are a natural breeding ground for waterfalls. The Washington side

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Another must-stop in the Gorge is Vista House, a stone structure that sits on a high promontory from which there are grand views back up river toward 848-foot Beacon Rock. Then, just a few miles farther west, stop again for a view of Vista House itself silhouetted against that stunning background.

Shirley and I had looked forward to camping again at Eagle Creek, the very first Forest Service campground, but it was closed because a bridge was out. Some old experiences you just can’t repeat—as we were reminded several times on this trip.

Some, on the other hand, you can.

At the mouth of the Columbia, we revisited Fort Clatsop in the Lewis and Clark National Historical Park.

This is where the Corps of Discovery spent the winter of 1805-06. The fort

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has been reconstructed based on their journals. There are park staff members in period costumes who describe and demonstrate what life was like for members of the Corps.

One of the rangers was the same fellow who had demonstrated the loading and firing of a musket back in ‘09. He was impressed that we remembered him.

“See you again in 2023,” I said.

We continued down 363 miles of the magnificent Oregon coast on Rt. 101. There is a state park every 5.2 miles, a picturesque lighthouse every

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12 miles, and an espresso stop was at Munson Falls, stand every 12 feet. Well, at 319 feet the tallest in the that’s a slight exaggeration.

Coast Mountain Range.

It’s probably more like 14 feet.

At the base, one tourist Except when the espresso asked another how tall. stands get in the way, you are “I don’t know exactly,” hardly ever without a view he said, “but it’s got to be of the beaches, sea stacks, more than a thousand and ocean. feet.” (Don’t you just hate Northern Oregon has it when people exaggerate more upscale resort commutheir travel experiences?) nities than the south coast, At Yaquina Head but every town has a historic Lighthouse, the wind district or something to brag became absolutely fierce about. Cannon Beach, for but there was a lot to see. example, claims to have The A bald eagle, a gray whale Haystack Rock, a 235-foot-tall breeching just off shore, sea stack. The folks in Pacific sea lions sleeping on the City are ticked off because This is the same ranger rocks, thousands of sea they, too, have a Haystack still doing the same mus- birds. It was hard to phoket demonstration we saw Rock and theirs, at 327 feet, tograph any of it, though, in 2009. We promised to is more than 100 feet taller. come back in 2023. because I couldn’t hold “Ugh! Cannon Beach!” they the camera steady enough exclaim. Then they turn to in that wind to keep the subjects in the viewfinder. their left and spit.

Just around the bend is Yaquina After Cannon Beach, we arrived at Tillamook where Shirley got her Bay Lighthouse, then there is Haceta cheese curds at last. And 18 pounds Head Lighthouse. And the Umpqua River Lighthouse, which is nearly of other cheeses. identical to Haceta Head. Come to But wait, there’s more.

Just a few miles down the road is think of it, so is the one at Cape Blanco. the Blue Heron French Cheese Co. I could just hear Shirley’s father who So we had to stop to taste their brie was prone to saying things like, “If and buy a few varieties. The girl at you’ve seen one lighthouse, you’ve the tasting counter asked if we were seen them all.” from Green Bay because cheese heads So, Shirley finally conceded that like us are hard to find outside of seeing only nine of the 482 Oregon Lambeau Field. lighthouses might be enough. In It was foggy the next morning compensation for her loss, I agreed to and 41° which, in our experience, is spend four nights at Tillicum Beach, pretty much the norm on the Oregon a beautiful, broad, long expanse of coast. There always seemed to be a fine sand. The beach was excellent stiff on-shore breeze. The good news is there is no winter there. The bad news is there is no summer either. Go just a short distance inland, though, and the temperature rises and the breeze settles down.

We went to see the Cape Meares Lighthouse. At only 38 feet, it is the shortest of the Oregon lighthouses, but it sits on a 217-foot cliff, so the total height is more than adequate.

But speaking of heights, the next

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for romantic walks because it was usually deserted. Probably because it was cold and windy. Oh, and did I mention foggy?

By noon, things tended to clear and warm up, so walks were more pleasant and we could sit reading in the sun. But you don’t want to spend all your time just holding hands and quoting poetry to each other. Farther down the coast are opportunities to see thousands of seals and sea lions at Simpson Reef or whales at any of the 15 official sites. Visit Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, the largest stretch of coastal dunes in North America. Birders will be attracted by the chance to see puffins,

guillemots, or murres—whatever those things are.

You might even improve your vocabulary. Shirley asked “What’s all that white stuff on the rocks?

“Guano,” I said.

“What’s guano?”

“Bird poop.”

“Oh,” she said. “I like that word.

It sounds much more genteel than what I usually say.”

We think you will find your trip to Oregon to be just a walk in the park. And that’s no guano. ❦ LeMoyne Mercer is the travel editor for Healthy Living News and the regular contributor of A Walk in the Park.

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