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Vaccination Guide: A Complete List of Vaccination Must Haves

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Resolutions That Matter: Starting the Year off Right

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Terry Kraus M.D.

Dr. Krauss’ consulting practice can help answer your questions about cancer treatment. page 20

July 2016 • Volume 3/Issue 7

Being and Breathing

Table of Contents Notes & News / Page 6

One warm evening many years ago... after spending nearly every waking minute with Angel for eight straight days, I knew that I had to tell her just one thing. So late at night, just before she fell asleep, I whispered it in her ear. She smiled– the kind of smile that makes me smile back– and she said, “When I’m seventy-five and I think about my life and what it was like to be young, I hope that I can remember this very moment.” A few seconds later she closed her eyes and fell asleep. The room was peaceful – almost silent.

All I could hear was the soft purr of her breathing. I stayed awake thinking about the time we’d spent together and all the choices in our lives that made this moment possible. And at some point, I realized that it didn’t matter what we’d done or where we’d gone.

Nor did the future hold any significance. All that mattered was the serenity of the moment. Just being with her and breathing with her.

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Notes & News July 2016

Slowing Memory Loss

Finding the Right Multivitamin Do you need to buy brand name vitamins?

Novey says vitamins are like any other consumer product: “You get what you pay for.” He suggests shopping for vitamins in health food or natural food stores. Read the label and make sure its expiration date is at least a few months away. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s advice on how much to take — or the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) — is often written as “% DV” for the percentage of daily value on the label. However, be careful because the DVs on the label may not take into consideration the different requirements for age and gender as RDAs do.

A research study currently underway at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center is testing whether an investigational treatment can slow memory loss caused by Alzheimer’s disease. Pennington Biomedical is part of a worldwide network of research centers serving as study sites to help determine whether an investigational medication is able to remove protein in the brain called amyloid, which is associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Pennington Biomedical is seeking volunteers for this research study who do not currently have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Anyone interested in learning more can visit www.pbrc.edu/A4 or call 225-763-2973.

Human trial Approved in U.S. Boost Your Willpower Sometimes willpower is a lot like the television remote control — hard to find just when you want it most. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, stop smoking, get to the gym regularly, win a promotion or pay off some debts, developing your sense of willpower is an important part of changing any behavior. We all know that breaking a bad habit or establishing a new, healthy one can be difficult, but persistence pays off. Researchers at the University of Washington found that 63 percent of those who wrote a goal down on paper were still working towards their goal two months later. It’s not going to be easy, but stay resolved and you can achieve your goals.

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An advisory panel at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has approved a proposal to use the gene-editing technology CRISPR on human cells. It’s the first trial involving humans to be approved in the U.S. Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania want to use CRISPR on immune system cells from approximately 18 people with cancer to ultimately help improve treatment.

The first trial will test whether CRISPR is safe to use in people. The plan is for researchers to remove immune cells

from people with melanoma, sarcoma or myeloma and edit them with CRISPR; the cells will then be put back into the men and women to see how they react.

The trial—which still needs to get approval from the medical organizations that will conduct it—will be funded by a cancer organization founded by former Facebook president Sean Parker. According to the medical news site STAT, the trial is planned to take place at the University of Pennsylvania, MD Anderson Cancer Center and the University of California, San Francisco.

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Let’s Go Green!

It seems that green is all over the place today. We’re hearing about green jobs, green energy, and green shoots in the economy. We’re encouraged to “go green” to save our world’s valuable resources. We Americans are using cloth grocery bags, metal water bottles, and cooking oil in our cars.

I did a little research1 about green living before I wrote this article, and here are some tips I discovered: • For each degree that you raise the temperature of your air conditioner, you can save about 3-4 percent on cooling costs.

• Switching to a laptop instead of using a desktop computer can cut three-quarters off your electrical use. Turn off the laptop at the end of the day.

• Switch to cold water washing and save 80 percent on energy used for laundry. You can save up to $60 per year.

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Here are some of the things we’ll talk about: 1. Three reasons why many people fail to achieve their financial goals, and how you can avoid doing the same thing.

2. How to get (and stay) financially organized.

3. How you can protect your assets without spending more money than you do now.

4. How to diversify your investments to lower your risk.

Getting the Right Amount of Sleep

5. Ways to use your cash flow more efficiently.

6. How to establish guaranteed streams of income for retirement.

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as you age and varies with hormonal changes, like during pregnancy. You should wake up easily in the morning, feeling refreshed and ready to start the day, not bleary-eyed and stumbling out of bed. If you consistently get seven hours of sleep but still wake up feeling drowsy, you probably need a little more. Once you figure out what works for you, be consistent about getting that amount every night.

by Mike Rich

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Notes & News July 2016

Forgiving Other People Is Good for Your Health

by Mike Rich

Researchers looked at the effects of lifetime stress on a person’s mental health, and how more forgiving people fared compared to people who weren’t

so forgiving. To do this, they asked 148 young adults to fill out questionnaires that assessed their levels of lifetime stress, their tendency to forgive and their mental and physical health.

No surprise, people with greater exposure to stress over their lifetimes had worse mental and physical health.

But the researchers also discovered that if people were highly forgiving of both themselves and others, that characteristic alone virtually eliminated the connection between stress and mental illness.

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Special Needs Go Trusts andLet’s Autism

adulthood and, thus, unable to live in an independent environment, and requiring assistance with daily tasks.

One way to assure a child with autism receives best of care available to establish Sam and Laura were delighted with the birth some the thingsiswe’ll talk It seems that green is all over the place Here arethe a Special Needs Trust (SNT) for the child. A of their daughter Ella. The proud parents today. We’re hearing about green jobs, about: SNT ensures that its beneficiary receives the touted photos and began making college green energy, andHowever, green shoots the benefit of assets transferred to the trust, while fund contributions. as timeinwent Three reasons why many people fail the beneficiary to retain access to on, Sam andWe’re Laura became concerned economy. encouraged to about “go 1.permitting to achieve their financial public government resources. Agoals, Trusteeand Ella’s delay in developing basic skills.

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Trustee has discretion to make distributions for The diagnosis of autism in children that are not covered dramatically in recent years. cooking oil inincreased our cars.

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Because the child is only a beneficiary, they children has an autism are not considered the owner of the trust disorder.

Autism varies from mildly impaired ing before I wrote this article, and here 3.property How you canstill protect assets and will qualify your for resources to severely affected.

Some children will see are some tips I discovered: without more money providedspending by the government.

For mostthan more specialists than others, such as speech parents, a SNT is created inside their Will and language therapists, occupational you do now.

• For each degree that you raise the (called a Testamentary Trust) and does not therapists and doctors specializing in autism. temperature conditioner, until the parent’s death.toIn Many parents of haveyour foundair public resources 4.become How toeffective diversify your investments you can saveorabout 3-4 percent onwho coolLouisiana, Special Needs Planning is parato be scarce insufficient.

Children lower your risk. mount because children with special needs arecosts. severely impacted by autism may find ing are considered “forced heirs” for inheritance themselves struggling with the disorder into

• Switching to a laptop instead of using a desktop computer can cut three-quarPg. 10 ters off your electrical use. Turn off the laptop at the end of the day.

Green!

5. Ways to use your cash flow more efficiently.

6. How to establish guaranteed streams of income for retirement.

purposes. This means that a parent (and sometimes a grandparent) is “forced” to leave their child an inheritance. If the SNT is not set up properly, leaving your child an inheritance of more than $2,000 may cause them to lose their government benefits. Parents can be reassured their special needs child will be taken care of by setting up a SNT that provides the beneficiary with sufficient support to live life with more than just the basics provided by government benefits.

Join us in July at our Covington office for our free workshops. Seminars on Special Needs Planning are Tuesday, July 19th, at 10am and Thursday, July 28th, at 10am & 6pm.

Please call 985-892-0942 to reserve your seat, as reservations are required.

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ments, or surgeries to dull the pain and repair the damage. With Superior Bath and Shower there is a risk-free way you can have an expert work with you to identify the kind of bathroom modifications that would help prevent a fall in your bathroom. You can have the changes made to your home that will meet your needs, to the smallest detail, and have your bathroom and other areas of your home customized entirely for you.

Your bathroom should be a safe and comfortable place for you to relax. To ensure that your bathroom fits your needs, it is important to identify your personal needs. For example, do you have numbness in your hands or feet? What is your height and build? Understanding these key areas will identify which changes are necessary to fit your exact needs.

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Nutrition July 2016

Superfoods for Diabetes, a Series As soon as you walk into the grocery store you will see “superfoods” everywhere. Have you ever wondered, what makes a food “super”? We have all heard of gogi berries, acai juice, wheatgrass, and seaweed. These exotic ingredients promote promises of weight loss, smoother skin, a healthier heart, and energy boosting properties. Despite this powerful marketing strategy there is little or no proof that these fads truly work to improve your health.

Truthfully, people do best with a diet that derives nutrients from a variety of whole food sources.

There are some foods that deserve recognition because they have been scientifically shown to contain a powerhouse of vitamins, minerals, and proteins. Please join us over the next few months as we explore the journey of the true Superfoods. This series will show the proven foods that have the most beneficial nutrients for your body and help manage diabetes.

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Brussel Sprouts So what’s so SUPER about Brussel Sprouts?

Mini heads of cabbage? Not really, but a close relative. Brussels sprouts are low in sodium and cholesterol free. They are a good source of fiber. These cruciferous vegetables have phytochemicals (plant compounds that have protective benefits) in them. Brussels sprouts valuable nutrients are, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, manganese, vitamin B6, dietary fiber, choline, copper, vitamin B1, potassium, phosphorus, and omega-3 fatty acids. Purchase sprouts that are about an inch thick, bright green, and firm—and skip those that are yellow, squishy, or wilted. If stored in the refrigerator, your sprouts will last a couple of weeks. When you’re ready to eat, remove the first few leaves, wash them in cold water to remove any residue or

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dirt before cooking. There are so many ways to prepare Brussel sprouts. Boiled Brussel sprouts like your mom used to make are boring. There are tastier ways to enjoy these little gems.

Roasting sprouts with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, provides a great alternative. Roasting and adding fat in the form of olive oil will help cut through the vegetable’s bitterness. Brussels sprouts sliced thin and placed in salads to replace lettuce to create a nutrient-packed salad.

To make your own powerhouse salad, chop your raw sprouts into thin strips, then toss them with pomegranate seeds, shaved fennel, toasted pine nuts, crumbled feta cheese, and a vinaigrette dressing made of lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and herbs like parsley.

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Book Club Corner July 2016

Liz Maddox:

Our Souls at Night by Kent Haruf is a simple story about a man and a woman in their 70s finding love. It all begins with a knock on the door one day by Addie Moore to a neighbor Louis Waters. They had long been acquaintances, and both had lost spouses. Addie wants to know what sense it made for them both to live alone in empty houses. She invites Louis to come to her house at night…not for sex, but to talk, hold each other, and fall asleep together. What begins as companionship blossoms into a love affair, but not one without problems.

This month's selection: Our Souls at Night

by Kent Haruf Between the Wines originally read this casually, not as our official monthly read. We loved it so much, we had to put it on the main stage! It’s one of only two novels that we were all in agreement that it’s a five-star novel!.

Between the Wines rating:

FIVE OUT OF FIVE STEMS

Next month's selection: Miller’s Valley

by Anna Quindlen

One of the many interesting twists in this story is the real-life tragedy facing the author Kent Haruf. In May of 2015, Haruf was diagnosed with incurable lung disease.

He stretched the long tube of his oxygen tank from his home to his writing shed and began to type. He said about this book, “The idea for the book has been floating around in my mind for quite a while. Now that I know I have, you know—a limited time—it was important to me to try to make good use of that time. So I went out there every day. Typically, I have always had a story pretty well plotted out before I start writing. This time I knew generally where the story was going, but I didn’t know very many of the details. So as it happened, I went out every day trusting myself to

Barbara:

For more information, or to comment on this or any review, you can contact me at: emaddox185@yahoo.com

Cathy:

“A Grandmother’s Prayer” Dear God, Please don’t ever let me have to make the soulfully painful choice that Addie did. Amen

A sweet and simple story of two adults trying to find happiness later in life in spite of the selfishness of their children. Even more poignant as Kent Haruf was dying as he wrote it.

Cindy:

Marlene:

The end of life’s journey is often our last chance to experience the things we truly want in our lives. This book explores that topic in a simple and poignant way. Bittersweet but a pleasant read.

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be able to add to the story each day. So I essentially wrote a new short chapter of the book every day. I’ve never had that experience before. I don’t want to get too fancy about it, but it was like something else was working to help me get this done. Call it a muse or spiritual guidance, I don’t know. All I know is that the trust I had in being able to write every day was helpful.”

Haruf died in his home in Colorado only six months later; he was 71 years old.

Readers may find this book more powerful knowing that there will be no more written

by Kent Haruf.

I loved all of this novel. The writing is beautiful and spare.

The premise is true. We need human contact and love no matter how old, and we need it for our entire life.

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Spiritual Maturity

by Dr. Larry T. McEwen

Spiritual M aturity

by: Dr. Larry T. McEwen

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Do you know how to sabbath? A spiritually mature person sure does! And just what do I mean by ‘sabbath’? Most think of it as the time set aside by Jews on the seventh day of the week or the time set aside by Christians on Sunday for a day of worship. What many people forget is that the sabbath was also a day of rest! Many, if not most mental health care experts would agree that a day of rest, every seven days or so is vital for mental and emotional well-being. The Bible says In Genesis 2:2, “By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work.” Wow! If God Himself rested, is it not the height of arrogance to think we can get along just fine without it? We allow ourselves to be driven to accomplish and succeed so we push ourselves beyond human reason and skip a day of rest and relaxation.

What we don’t realize is that we are actually hurting our chances at success because when we don’t give our minds and bodies a break, they will become tired and unable to function at peak capacity! We should heed the words of Christ when He said…

As we mature in life, most of us have a strong desire to remain independent as long as humanly possible! This desire motivates our plans for the retirement years as we think about financial independence, housing independence, and health independence!

Matthew 11:28-30 There is nothing wrong with pursuing these goals with a passion!

“Come to me, all you who are weary burdened, However, when it comes to spiritual maturity, theand opposite is true.

The more we grow our rest. walk with God, the more we come to and I will give inyou realize our dependence upon Him infrom every me, area of Take myincreasing yoke upon you and learn forourI lives. Why? Because a mature person has experienced times in am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find their life when they chose to live independently of God’s direcrest for yourwisdom souls.and strength. In retrospect, those times tion, guidance, were my someyoke of the is darkest most of their lives. A spirFor easyand and mydifficult burden is light.” itually maturing person is very willing to lay down their human pride and admit they need God’s presence, power, and protection Insingle these saysrecognizes you can from every day.verses SpiritualHe maturity thislearn fact: dependence upon God is the keyfirst to living with meaning purpose.

Him! Maybe His lesson will beand about The Psalmist stated this concept beautifully in Psalm 62:5-8…

taking a sabbath day of rest, no matter what day of Find therest, week is! in God alone; my hope comes from Psa 62:5 O myitsoul, him.

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Focus on Men’s Health July 2016

Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer

by C. Bryan Miller, MD

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF PROSTATE CANCER INCLUDE • Problems urinating, including a slow or weak urinary stream or the need to urinate more often, especially at night • Blood in the urine or semen • Trouble getting an erection (erectile dysfunction) • Pain in the hips, back (spine), chest (ribs), or other areas from cancer that has spread to bones • Weakness or numbness in the legs or feet, or even loss of bladder or bowel control from cancer pressing on the spinal cord

Chronic diseases, such as heart disease, obesity and diabetes, are also major health concerns for men. In addition to the common recommendations that everyone should follow—eat better, be more active, and get more sleep— there are other key steps to get or stay healthy: • ESTABLISH A RELATIONSHIP WITH A PRIMARY CARE PRACTITIONER If you don’t already have a doctor or nurse practitioner, get one, and schedule an appointment for a checkup. Annual visits can help detect problems early and ensure you get the preventive health screenings you need.

One major health concern for men is prostate cancer. Aside from skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer among men, and African-American men are at the greatest risk to develop it. You should begin speaking to your doctor about prostate cancer screenings when you turn 50, unless you have a higher risk of developing it (in which case, you should start screening at an earlier age).

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Dr. Terry Kraus, M.D. Oncology Consulting Services, LLC article by Mary Bounds, BSN, RN photographs by Bach Imagery, LLC In an instant everything changed. The words, “You have cancer” had never been so intimately personal to Dr. Terry Kraus. In that isolated moment he emotionally transformed from a successful radiation oncologist to a shell-shocked husband lost in a fog, dealing with his beloved wife’s cancer diagnosis. “What is her prognosis?” “Will our lives ever be the same?” His questions and fears echoed the concerns of thousands dealing with cancer, yet as Terry Kraus walked this personal journey with his wife and family, his empathy for those touched by cancer proliferated as it evolved. In fact, from that day forward helping those with cancer would not just define his lifelong career; it would define his life.

Terry Kraus openly discusses his response to his wife’s cancer diagnosis, describing his initial reaction as “one of despair…a feeling of hopelessness.” Kraus shares his inner-most thoughts, “My wife Sally, Doug (son) and Amelia (daughter) are precious to me beyond words, beyond thought. But, I was not important...only Sally was/ is important. How did we get through this? The same way every family does...holding each others’ hands and walking/marching forward with the faith that everything will be OK.” Thankfully, Kraus reveals Sally’s cancer was small and readily curable, but he often asks himself: what if the cancer had been advanced, what then?

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r Kraus explains the story behind his favorite piece of art at his Metairie office, “Canciones del D Corazon”, (Song of the Heart). This piece was a gift from a former patient, who was so touched

by Dr. Kraus’ emotional support during his care, that they became friends outside of the hospital.

nother gift, Dr. Kraus’ “thinking cap” illustrates his humor. His warm personality and caring heart A are magnetizing and you can tell from a simple hello that this doctor is looking out for you.

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Many people diagnosed with cancer face shock and devastation; they have no idea where to turn. While there are countless cancer specialists, it can be a daunting task to select the best treatment option. When Sally Kraus was diagnosed with cancer, she could be confident her husband had the latest knowledge and expertise in the most up-to-date treatment options available. Realizing not everyone has this peace of mind during their personal battle with cancer, Dr. Kraus made a conscious decision to help. Becoming a cancer consultant, Kraus hopes to ease the minds of these patients facing so many crucial decisions; decisions that potentially could save their lives. As his website relates, “Let me make you feel whole again!”

Cancer had been the focus of Dr. Terry Kraus’s renowned career as a radiation oncologist since 1976. After graduating from medical school from the University of Cincinnati in 1970, Kraus completed an internship at The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio, then a residency in Radiation Oncology at Shands Teaching Hospital in Gainesville, Florida.

Most recently, Kraus practiced at Tulane University Hospital and Clinic where he was the Clinical Director of Radiation Oncology from 2010 to 2014. Over the course of his career, Kraus was on the cutting edge of cancer treatment, counseling and treating over 16,000 patients with all types of cancer. Yet his wife Sally’s cancer diagnosis added a new dimension to his already fervent dedication, and when he retired from radiology in 2014, Kraus knew his work with cancer patients was far from complete.

Kraus opened Oncology Consulting Services, LLC in Metairie, drawing from his personal and professional experiences and years of practice as a radiation oncologist. Kraus explains he opened his consulting practice to answer questions and provide information/direction to patients making decisions regarding their cancer treatment. Clinical providers employed by a practice, hospital, or other medical facility often refer within their network. As a patient consultant without any affiliation to a hospital or medical group, Kraus can offer numerous options, guiding patients to current recommendations based on their needs and desires without organizational bias.

Since the idea of a cancer consultant is new to most, Kraus explains upfront that he is not the treating physician. Because of this, he can be objective in all recommendations of cancer treatments he makes. As a consultant, Kraus has a host of services available which are designed to assist patients and their families as they navigate through the difficult journey of cancer. Services include: evaluation of medical records and scans, treatment recommendations, emotional support, and referrals to major medical centers. End of life issues are

Description of Dr. Kraus’ Services • A review with you of the cancer histology or cell type with a detailed explanation of the pathology interpretation • A review with you of all available x-rays and scans • A review with you pertinent oncologic anatomy • An explanation of the biologic nature of the cancer • Clarification of the step–by–step process of the staging of the cancer. The significance of this cancer stage will then be reviewed in detail.

• Treatment recommendations and alternatives will be discussed in detail. All treatment recommendations will be within the accepted standards of care.

• A timetable regarding diagnostic laboratory studies to be undertaken prior to treatment, during treatment and after treatment • Assistance, if desired, regarding the pursuit of complementary medicine. If you are in a complementary medicine program, I will review this with you.

• I will be your resource for any and all investigation or clinical studies that are available if desired.

• If desired, I will refer you to an oncology specialist in a major cancer center.

• End of life issues will be handled with dignity and compassion. If hospice recommendations are requested, I will do my best to make sure that the hospice selected is compatible with you and your family.

r Kraus studies the most up-to-date treatment options available, while his years of experience D add a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his guidance to cancer patients and their families.

always handled with dignity and compassion keeping the patient’s and family’s individual needs in mind; hospice recommendations can be made upon request.

Oncology Consulting Services, LLC prioritizes a patient’s individuality. Kraus explains that his patients are not a “tumor type,” nor are they a “label.” He believes each patient has their own personal needs and desires. In fact, Kraus contends that cancer treatment should fulfill medical requirements and still be compatible with individuality. Kraus spends approximately 3-4 hours with his patients during the initial consultation, learning not only their physical status, but their personal preferences and their family dynamic.

Kraus readily admits he’s an old-fashioned doctor who has a personal relationship with all of his patients. In fact he considers it his privilege and calling to help them in their fight against cancer. Kraus also cares about the whole family and what they are going through as their loved-one fights cancer. His personal belief is “when a person has cancer, the whole family has cancer.” Scattered on his coffee table are thank-you notes from current and past patients/family members, voicing their gratitude for his exceptional service. It appears as a consultant Kraus has already made a valuable impact on the local cancer community!

Inside Kraus’ Metairie office, one is immediately taken by his nontraditional workspace. Instead of the usual waiting room with receptionist, one finds an eclectic array of art and artifacts enhancing a relaxed home-like atmosphere. One-by-one Kraus explains the significance of each piece of art and how it relates to the journey through cancer. A large painted collage depicting the the portal to heaven adorns one wall and is the subject of many discussions between patient and consultant. Kraus emotionally explains, “The painting represents the strength of the human spirit. It represents our faith. Imagine the portal of heaven.

Imagine gilding through the portal. Just beyond the portal, in the center, is a flame. You can feel the warmth. You can see the light that stretches to eternity. That light, just like our faith, never goes out... like a lighthouse beacon, it guides us forever.”

D ozens of letters of appreciative words fill a drawer in Dr. Kraus’ office.

Kraus wears a multicolor cancer wristband in support of all types of cancer which is inscribed with the word, “Hope.” It is his desire to assist patients and their families as they journey through cancer toward their own personal hope. And he is prepared to accompany them every step of the way. His own compelling words confirm his dedication and passion, “It’s not my job. It’s my life.”

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ALL ABOUT GOOD DOG LEGACY’S MANAGER, MEL BORNE

She worked in the construction field for over 20 years. Her experience ranged from being a member of a crew to becoming a foreman for an electrical company specializing in new construction and remodeling for residential and commercial properties. In 2008 she formed her own company, Borne Unlimited, LLC. Among her many responsibilities she had to evaluate potential projects, prepare estimates for bids, procure materials or equipment and hire help, as needed. One of her Company’s major projects was at New Orleans International Airport, where, after a complete background check, she was allowed access to highly restricted areas.

An automobile accident and the ongoing pain necessitated a career change.

Her first birthday gift was a German shepherd, which created a lifelong love of animals.

After many years of volunteering for various animal shelters throughout the area, including St. Francis Animal Sanctuary and the St. Tammany Animal Shelter, she realized that her passion for the well being of animals was pointing her in that new direction.

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She joined Good Dog Naturally and Scrubby Puppy. She started in a basic staff position in the Scrubby Puppy grooming area of the store but quickly rose to the position of store manager: training new staff and handling the day to day operating issues of the store, because of: • The many animals she personally rescued and rehabilitated, • Her thirst for knowledge in all areas, • Her interest in learning about the natural and homeopathic benefits of animal care, she became customers’ favorite interlocutor.

At Good Dog Legacy, thanks to her expertise she was able to create the new ambiance and adapt the new location to boarding and daycare and provide a safe and interactive experience in a natural, positive and stress free environment.

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DIAMETER Benign moles usually have a smaller diameter than malignant ones. Melanomas usually are larger in diameter (¼ inch or 6mm), but they may sometimes be smaller when first detected.

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Senior Sampler July 2016

Fresh Tomato Soup INGREDIENTS PREPARATION

8 pork-shoulder chops 3 Tbsp good olive oil 1½ cups chopped red onion (2 onions) 2 carrots, chopped 1 Tbsp mince garlic (about 3 cloves) 4 lbs of ripe creole tomatoes, peeled and rough chopped (about 5) 1½ tsp. of sugar 1 Tbsp tomato paste ¼ cup chopped fresh basil 3 cups good chicken stock 1 Tbsp kosher salt 1 tsp. black pepper, more if you like a little bite ¾ cup heavy cream Croutons and basil to garnish

1. Heat olive oil in a large heavy pan over medium heat. Add onions and carrots and sauté for about 10 minutes.

2. Add garlic and cook for another minute. 3. Add tomatoes, sugar, tomato paste, basil, chicken stock, salt and pepper, mix well and bring to a boil.

4. Simmer on low for about 40 minutes.

5. Use an immersion blender (or blend in small batches in blender or food processor) until smooth. 6. Add cream and reheat on low. 7. Serve with croutons and julienned basil.

NOTE: May be frozen before adding the cream. To prepare from frozen: thaw, heat and add cream to serve.

Willa Jeans Frose’ INGREDIENTS One of our favorites at John Besh’s Restaurant Willa Jeans. ¾ cup of rosé 4 cups of ice ¼ cup simple syrup

PREPARATION 1. Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. 2. Pour into a glass and serve with a straw.

Mango-Peach Sangria INGREDIENTS ¼ cup mint 1 cup Grand Marnier 2 peaches, cut into thin wedges 1 bottle white wine ½³ cup water 1 mango, chopped ½³ cup sugar

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PREPARATION In a small saucepan, over medium heat the sugar and water until the sugar dissolves; transfer to a pitcher and refrigerate until cold. Stir in the Grand Marnier, white wine, mango, peaches and mint and serve over ice.

Willa Jeans Frose’

One of our favorites at John Besh’s Restaurant Willa Jeans.

¾ cup of rosé 4 cups of ice ¼ cup simple syrup Method: Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and serve with a straw.

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Seared Lamb Chops with Garlic and Herb Mushrooms INGREDIENTS 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 large onion 2 clove garlic Coarse salt and ground pepper ¾ pound ground beef sirloin 1 can tomato sauce ½ tsp. mustard powder 1½ tsp. dark-brown sugar 1 Tbsp cider vinegar 16 party-size slider rolls

PREPARATION 1. Heat oil over medium in a large saucepan. Add onion and garlic; season with salt and pepper. 2. Cook until softened, stirring occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes. 3. Add beef, and cook until no longer pink, 4 to 5 minutes. 4. Add tomato sauce, mustard powder, sugar, and vinegar. 5. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 8 to 10 minutes.

Its ok to make ahead: To store, refrigerate, up to 2 days. Serve warm on rolls.

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The Northshore Harbor Center is proud to be home to such a unique variety of events.

From week to week and year to year, we continue March 5th - Bayou Reefkeeping presents: to host events for all demographics and ages.

“Fragniappe” Since our opening 11 years ago, event attendance has continued to grow. In 2015, over 50,000 people events atthe the Northshore Harbor March 6thattended - Here Comes Bride Bridal Expo Center and it is projected that the facility will host close to 550,000 guests before the end of March 12th - Art Monroe TaeKwonDo oulevard • Slidell, LA 70461 • (985) 781-3650 • NorthShoreHarborCenter.com 2016. From quilt shows to cage fighting, SALT seminars to high school dances, the Harbor Center April 2nd - Private Social hosts events that Event appeal to all ages. Events include attendees from within the local community, the region, and internationally.

April 8th & 9th - Gulf Coastthroughout Quilting Association Quilt Show Over 10,000 students have attended school functions at the Harbor Center; over 2,000 students have April 12th graduated - NFIP Conference here, and over 10,000 little feet have danced on our stage. We are honored to be the April 14th - EST Chamber Business and place that our community gathers to make memories.

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Community Expo

For a listing of everything happening at your April 15th - Private Event Northshore Harbor Center, visit our online calendar: www.northshoreharborcenter.com.

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April 23rd & 24th - Beyond the Stars Dance Competition April 30th - Harbor Nights in Black & White Gala For more information about all of our upcoming events visit, www.NorthshoreHarborCenter.com.

To book your next event call (985) 781-3650.

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Northshore Harbor Center Where things happen...

Your Northshore Harbor Center is honored to be a part of the many events in your lives. From private corporate events to fundraisers, consumer shows, and more. There is always something going on at the Northshore Harbor Center.

June 4th - Galloway’s Studio of Dance Recital June 11th - Northlake Dance Centre Recital June 18th - Elite Dance Academy Recital June 25th - Northshore Barber & Beauty Showcase Party June 27th & 28th - St. Tammany SALT Council presents: Gulf Coast Elder Abuse Conference July 10th - 1st Step Consulting “4 Models & Talent” Showcase July 16th & 17th - Slidell Gun & Knife Show July 23rd - 55+ Lifestyle Show July 24th - Jour de L’Amour Bridal Show August 12th & 13th - Slidell Looking Glass and Antique Show and Sale

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100 Harbor Center Blvd. • Slidell, LA 70461 • (985) 781-3650 • NorthshoreHarborCenter.com