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Gaynor Richardson President

Gar y Fehsenfeld ....................... Vice president

Sue Strebel ......................................... Treasurer

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Marene Gustin

Evans Attwell

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Being in tune with my clients’ needs, and consistent communication throughout the buying or selling process requires me to listen to clients’ needs and provide them with a true picture of the market, so they can make informed decisions.

I rarely work alone on a transaction. I have a network of various home stagers and designers that help prepare the home for the market and an in-house marketing team that helps me market the home to the masses.

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When Do You See a Doctor? Checkups, Screenings, Tests

For some patients 50 and older, an EKG is done to screen for heart disease. Also, a chest CT scan may be recommended for patients with a long history of smoking to screen for lung cancer.

What are some of the age-related screenings that you may do?

Sebastian Scobercea, M.D., Family Medicine, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic – Kingwood

In your 50s, what is your PCP routinely checking for?

During an annual visit, a PCP will review a patient’s medical history and perform a physical exam. The PCP may also collect information about the patient’s family medical history, which may lead to other specific testing and screening recommendations.

Routine labs for patients over age 50 include cholesterol panel, blood sugar, electrolytes, kidney and liver function tests.

What are some of the tests they may run?

Depending on age, we may screen for breast cancer and cervical cancer in women, and for prostate cancer in men. Colonoscopies or ColoGuard testing can be done to screen for colon cancer in both men and women.

What are some of the recommended vaccines for this age group?

Two Shingles vaccines are recommended after age 50.

Two Pneumonia vaccines are recommended for patients at age 65, sooner in high risk patients who may have asthma, COPD, diabetes, etc.

Tetanus boosters are recommended every ten years

Yearly influenza vaccines are recommended in the fall.

Steffanie Campbell, M.D., F.A.C.P, Internal Medicine, Kelsey-Seybold Pearland Clinic

How often should an adult be visiting their primary care doctor?

A young healthy individual under 50 should visit their PCP every 3 years. It is recommended that individuals over the age of 50 visit their PCP yearly. If you have chronic medical conditions at any age, a yearly physical is needed in addition to regular follow-up visits as determined by the condition and its control.

Amelia Averyt, M.D., M.P.H., Pediatrics and Internal Medicine, Berthelsen Main Campus

In your 40s, what is your PCP routinely checking for?

In your 40s, your PCP will routinely be checking for certain conditions in your mental and physical health that can impact your wellbeing in the short and long-term. They will likely evaluate you for mental health issues such as stress, trouble sleeping, depression and anxiety. They will check vital signs to make sure your blood pressure and heart rate are within normal range. They will do a thorough physical exam to make sure everything head-to-toe is working well. They will also likely look for chronic medical conditions including issues with the blood sugar, cholesterol, liver, and kidneys. They may also do tests for cer-

Michelle Udayamurthy, M.D., Internal Medicine, Kelsey-Seybold

Berthelsen Main Campus

tain chronic infections like hepatitis and HIV. It is important that you come prepared for these visits with a list of your past medical and surgical history, your family history, and any current medical conditions you are being treated for. Bring a list of any medications, supplements, or vitamins you are taking. And most importantly, make sure to bring your questions! Your PCP may change the tests they run based on symptoms you have, and most importantly, you should have your concerns addressed!

What are some of the tests they may run?

Your PCP will likely order blood work and possibly urine studies. Lab work may check blood sugar and cholesterol levels and may also look for problems with other organs such as kidney and liver. If your symptoms suggest problems with other systems, they may also look for things like anemia and thyroid. It is important to ask what tests they will run to make sure that all your concerns are being addressed.

What are some of the age-related screenings that you may do?

In your 40s, the age-related screening has to do with what organs you have. Breast cancer screening is recommended now for everyone starting at the age of 40 -45 years old. Colon cancer screening is recommended starting at an age of 45 years. And it is recommended to undergo cervical cancer screening if you have a cervix with a PAP smear at regular intervals based on your previous PAP results and certain risk factors. If you have any other cancer concerns, including a family history of cancers, please let your PCP know! What are some of the recommended vaccines for this age group?

We recommend an annual flu shot for everyone, as well as a discussion with your PCP about Covid-19 boosters. A tetanus vaccine booster is recommended every 10 years. Based on certain other medical conditions like chronic lung, liver, or kidney disease or diabetes, you may be advised to receive other vaccines against pneumonia or hepatitis to help keep you safe and healthy!

Neel Choksi, M.D.,

Gastroenterology,

In your 60s, what is your PCP routinely checking for?

Typically, in your 60s you get your blood pressure screening to ensure that you do not have high blood pressure. You also get your cholesterol screened which is a good indicator of your overall cardiac health. An individual’s weight is also reviewed.

In your 60s, what are some of the tests they may run?

Typically, you get screened for diabetes. You also get your lipids checked. In addition, physicals may include a blood pressure check and a weight check. Depending on your other health conditions additional testing with labs may be done. For men we typically do PSA testing during this age range.

What are some of the age-related screenings that you may do?

Mammograms, colonoscopy, Pap smear, vision screening, PSA testing. What are some of the recommended vaccines for this age group?

TDaP, zoster, Covid, flu, pneumonia (depending on if you have other medical conditions)

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic – Pearland and Spencer R. Berthelsen

Main Campus and Pearland Clinic

What are three main symptoms that may prompt a colon screening?

The three main symptoms that should prompt immediate evaluation for colon cancer include the following: bright red blood per rectum or blood mixed in with stools, unintentional weight loss, and change in stool caliber (thinner caliber stools or ribbon-like stools).

Even in the absence of these symptoms, all adults over age 45 (earlier depending on family history) should undergo some form of routine colon cancer screening either with a colonoscopy, a CT colonoscopy, or stoolbased tests like Cologuard or FIT testing.

Alvin Raymond Tan, M.D., Internal Medicine, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic – West University

In your 70s+, what are some tests your PCP may run?

If you are 70 and older, your PCP may offer blood tests to check for liver health, kidney health, electrolytes, TSH (thyroid health), sugar/HBA1C (diabetes), cholesterol, and blood count for anemia, as well as a urine test to check for UTI/blood in the urine routinely. We check blood pressure and do a physical exam to check for any abnormalities. We will request for other tests like PSA (prostate cancer test), immunity status testing for Hepatitis C, and others on a case-to-case basis.

What are some of the age-related screenings that they may do?

For patients who are 70 and older, your PCP may recommend seeing the Optometrist for glaucoma screening and vision check, mammogram to check for breast cancer, and colonoscopy for colon cancer screening. Other screening tests we recommend are bone density test for osteoporosis and CT scan of the chest for lung cancer screening for active and former smokers. Your PCP may also would recommend OB/GYN follow ups for cervical cancer screening in age-appropriate patients.

What are some of the recommended vaccines for this age group?

An annual flu shot, updated Covid shots and boosters (the bivalent shot), updated Pneumococcal (pneumonia) vaccine, Shingles vaccine, and the TDaP (tetanus vaccine).

Rohan Wagle, M.D., F.A.C.C, Cardiology, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic – Memorial City and Memorial Villages Campus:

What are 3 cardiology symptoms that would commonly trigger a screening test?

Three common symptoms that could represent underlying heart disease include chest pain, shortness of breath, and palpitations. The heart is akin to a car engine, and these symptoms may represent diseases of the pump function, fuel lines, or electrical system of the heart. Having one of these symptoms could prompt your cardiologist to recommend a screening test to further investigate whether these symptoms are due to heart disease.

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SomethingTried And True Something NEW

by Marene Gustin

So many restaurants come and go these days, it’s hard to decide where to eat. So, here are a few to put on your list. Some tried and true —that you may not have been to in a while —and some brand new. Bon appétit!

Arnaldo Richards’ Picos

3601 Kirby Dr. 832.831.9940

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Longtime Chef Richards has been known for more than three decades for celebrating the seven regions of Mexico through cuisine and his fans rave about the chile en nogada with its creamy walnut sauce pairing with the spicy poblano pepper, and the dark mole poblano coating grilled the chicken breast. If you want your basic Tex-Mex try the fajita feasts that include rajas, fresh guacamole salad, pico de gallo, red and green salsas frescas, sour cream, grated cheddar cheese, choice of corn or flour tortillas, house made corn chips and your choice of rice and beans. And if you want to feed the family at home, you can get that and more in Picos to-go packs that you can order on the website. The large packs feed up to 25 people, and if you are throwing a party, don’t forget the signature shaker Margarita cooler packs available for pick-up, with options including a 20-ounce house Rita on the rocks or frozen.

Dante’s River Oaks

4340 Westheimer Rd. Suite 150 832.997.4220

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Yet another new Italian spot to try, restaurateur Brian Doke opened Dante’s River Oaks in the Galleria area in May. Chef Ilias Gugole, and Italian native, dishes up some authentic dishes from tuna tartare to pastas like the rigatoni cacio e pepe. In a press release, Doke said: “The combination of a charming and quaint interior coupled with an airy patio for dining al fresco makes for a

wonderful dining experience.” Heartier appetites can sink their teeth into the rib eye steak with a flavorful mustard vinaigrette or the roasted salmon filet and dill dressing. Fresh and flavorful veggies and salads, named for different regions of Italy make healthy choices, and a thoughtful list of Italian wines and craft

cocktails inspire. If you’ve never had a deep-fried Italian olive, stuffed with meat, and lightly breaded, you are in for a mouthwatering treat.

The Ginger Mule 449 W. 19th 713.876.4768

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Last year vegans delighted in the opening of this Heights’ area spot offering plant-based cuisine and cocktails. Delightfully redesigned from the former restaurant that was here, which was also vegan, both the atmosphere and service are spot on. And the real kicker is that non vegans seem to like the menu as

well. Most items are also gluten free, and all are made with plant-based fresh produce. Weekend brunches are very popular, although they serve brunch every day, all day. Enjoy the Jupiter’s Medley; two pancakes or French toast, with an omelette and vegan “sausage” patties. Or go for the breakfast tacos. That’s right they can even make Tex-Mex tasty without any meat. Like nachos with “ground beef” made from pulled oats or the gluten free fish tacos. They have pizzas and burgers and a several Mediterranean specials for the summer. And don’t forget the cocktails. The Peachy Keen mule makes a delicious summer thirst quencher, although teetotalers can enjoy various fruit juices.

Money Cat

2925 Richmond Ave., Ste. 140 281.974.3737

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Chef/owner Sherman Yeung calls the cuisine at this sleek new spot “new Japanese” but don’t be intimidated by the food that was recently featured on CBS Mornings. One of Yeung’s favorite dishes is fried chicken sandwich. The Katsu Sando features chicken with Japanese tartar sauce and tamari caramel on a house milk bread. “At the end of the day, it’s what I like to eat,” says Yeung.” Who doesn’t like fried chicken sandwiches? Mine is different because it’s a chicken nanban sando, or donburi, which is originally what it is. Nanban basically means the panko fried chicken is dipped in a sweet soy and served with a side of Japanese tartar sauce. It brings me joy knowing that others can enjoy it the same way I do.”

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Thai Style Fast Food

5712 S. Gessner

713.772.7575

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Not sure what the name is about, this is no more McDonald’s style Thai than fancier restaurants, but this momand-pop little spot in a strip center near Harwin Drive in the Mahatma Gandhi District serves up some of the most authentic Thai food in Houston. Start with crispy or soft spring rolls, or the crispy

cheese sticks that are addictive, and move on to the entrées. Newbies might want to stick to familiar fare like the Pad Thai but if you haven’t explored Thai cuisine this is the place to do it. The fish dishes are very good; the deep-fried tilapia with a spicy seafood sauce tantalizes, and the curry dish with coconut milk and red or green curry is a comfort meal with a kick. The restaurant opens at 10:30 a.m. and offers daily lunch specials for under $10. DO be sure and specify your spice level; mild, medium, or hot. Be advised, hot means hot. You’ll need a lot of the iced Thai green tea to sooth your mouth.

Trill Burgers

3607 S. Shepherd Dr. 713.364.2284

trillburgers.com

The anticipation was high for this brick-and-mortar spot of hometown rapper Bun B’s famous smashburgers and the lines were long when it opened in an old James Coney Island location in

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June. Started as a pop-up during Covid, these two all-beef patties with caramelized onions, pickles, and patented Trill sauce, have won fans and rave reviews, being acclaimed Best Burger in America in 2022 by Good Morning America and scoring a coveted Gold Buckle foodie award at the 2023 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. Hip hop superstar Drake dropped into the new eatery for Juneteenth and proclaimed the burger the best burger he’d ever had.

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Financial Considerations for Caregivers

Caring for aging parents is a challenge many of us will contend with in the coming years. Whether they’re facing health problems or still enjoying a comfortable retirement, your parents may need your help eventually. Caregiving can be a difficult experience under any circumstances, as it’s a situation rife with complex emotions intertwined with financial and legal considerations. While it may feel unnecessary now, putting in some work proactively can help ensure you and your family are prepared to give your parents the care they need when the time comes.

Here are four key areas to consider and discuss with your family before you’re forced to make urgent decisions.

Financial assets

Work with your parents to get a complete picture of their various banking and investment accounts. Additionally, organize their passwords in a safe place and consider asking them to add your name to their accounts so you can help manage the funds if necessary. For

simplicity, now may be a good time to consolidate their assets under one or two financial providers. Online tools like Frost’s Wealth Connect make it easy to keep track of multiple accounts on a single screen.

Health insurance

Health care costs often amount to seniors’ biggest spending category, so it’s important to understand your parents’ insurance coverages. Help them

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evaluate Medicare Advantage plans and make the most of preventive care and prescription benefits. If they qualify for Medicaid, be aware that some states have resources to provide financial assistance for family caregivers.

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Living arrangements

Do you anticipate that your elderly parent(s) may move in with you, relocate to an assisted living community, or require the 24/7 care of a nursing home? Consider whether they (and/or you) are in a financial position to cover these costs and look into long-term care insurance or annuities to help offset future expenses. Keep in mind that certain caregiving expenses may be tax deductible.

Estate planning

Consult an attorney to draft appropriate estate planning documents for your parents. Those could include a health care directive, which ensures medical providers carry out their wishes if they become incapacitated, and/or powers of attorney, which give you the right to make certain decisions on their behalf. They should also have an updated will, and business owners should have a clear succession plan.

Serving as your parents’ financial protector can be one of your greatest contributions as a caregiver.

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