Patient news from the health care team you trust October 2017
Don’t Wait, Vaccinate Beyond the flu shot, when it comes to vaccinating yourself and your children, many people remain confused about immunizations. Vaccines, like the ones listed below, help lower your chances of getting certain diseases and spreading them to others.
Meningitis (meningococcal) – can be fatal or cause great harm without prompt treatment; as many as one out of five people who contract the infection have serious complications. This vaccine is recommended for all preteens and teens.
Infants, older adults and people with weakened immune systems (like those undergoing cancer treatment) are especially vulnerable to infectious diseases.
Shingles – a painful rash that usually develops on one side of the body, often the face or torso. The rash forms blisters that typically scab over in 7-10 days and clears up within 2-4 weeks. For some people, the pain can last for months or even years after the rash goes away.
Influenza – lowers your risk of flu-related heart attacks or other complications from existing health conditions, like diabetes and chronic lung disease. HPV (Human Papillomavirus) – lowers your risk of cervical cancer. At Marshall Health, we recommend the HPV vaccine for females ages 9 to 26 and males ages 11 to 26. Pneumococcal – anyone can get pneumococcal pneumonia, but some people are at greater risk than others. This vaccine is recommended for patients 65 and older.
Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria & pertussis) – also known as the “whooping cough” booster, newborns are too young to be vaccinated against whooping cough, but it can be very dangerous, or even deadly, for them. Women should get a Tdap vaccine during every pregnancy to pass on protection from whooping cough. Anyone in contact with young babies should also make sure they are up-to-date on their Tdap vaccination.
Tetanus – tetanus is different from other vaccine-preventable diseases because it does not spread from person to person. The bacteria are usually found in soil, dust and manure and enter the body through breaks in the skin, such as cuts or puncture wounds caused by contaminated objects. Your doctor can advise you of other immunizations you may need, such as Hepatitis B, if you did not have them when you were younger. For more information, visit: www.cdc.gov/vaccines For flu shot locations, visit: www.marshallhealth.org/ patients/flu-shots/
Common Dental Myths Unveiled MYTH: Placing an aspirin on your gum will help with a toothache. FACT: Aspirin will burn your gum when placed in the mouth. Aspirin should only be swallowed for pain relief (Note: should not be used in children). MYTH: The harder I brush my teeth, the cleaner they become. FACT: Brushing your teeth hard can do more harm than good. MYTH: Having a baby removes calcium from the mother’s teeth. FACT: Babies do require calcium while in the womb. If a mother does not receive enough calcium in her diet, calcium may be removed from the mother’s bones, but not her teeth.
MYTH: Dry mouth is another part of getting older and has no effect on teeth.
MYTH: If my gums are bleeding, I shouldn’t floss or brush. FACT: Regular flossing and brushing prevents gum bleeding by removing plaque build-up.
FACT: Dry mouth actually makes you more susceptible to dental cavities.
For more information, contact Marshall Dentistry & Oral Surgery at 304-691-1247.
MYTH: You can eat whatever you want with dentures. FACT: Many people have to change to softer diets after getting dentures. MYTH: You should wait until a toothache is unbearable before seeing the dentist. FACT: The longer you wait, the worse that toothache may become.
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UPCOMING EVENTS FollowMyHealth gets a new look FREE SPORTS MEDICINE SCREENING CLINICS Experienced sports medicine physicians provide evaluations and assessments on orthopaedic conditions or injuries and advise on next steps free of charge. Every Saturday in October / 8 to 10 a.m. Marshall Sports Medicine Institute 2211 Third Avenue, Huntington Info: 304-691-1880 Marshall Health - Teays Valley 300 Corporate Center Drive Scott Depot Info: 304-691-6800 DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Monday, October 9 / 6 to 8 p.m. Erma Ora Byrd Clinical Center 1249 15th Street, Huntington RSVP: 304-691-1661 HEALTHY LIVING SERIES: THROMBOSIS Cabell Huntington Hospital will feature Bisher Mustafa, MD, of Marshall Internal Medicine, as part of its Healthy Living Series. Dr. Mustafa will discuss the signs and symptoms of thrombosis and how to keep your circulatory system running smoothly. A light dinner will be provided. This event is free, but registration is needed. Tuesday, October 11 / 6 to 7:30 p.m. Huntington’s Kitchen 911 3rd Avenue, Huntington RSVP: 304-522-0887 AN EVENING FOR WOMEN Marshall Obstetrics & Gynecology hosts a special evening exclusively for women. Pre-conception appointments for women planning to get pregnant, free consultations and specials on Botox® and Juvederm®, breast and pelvic exams, physician meet and greet, door prizes and more. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served. Tuesday, October 24 / 5 to 7 p.m. Marshall Health – Teays Valley 300 Corporate Center Drive Scott Depot Info/RSVP: 304-691-1800 SAFE TRICK OR TREAT Join us at Marshall Health-Teays Valley for a safe trick or treat event featuring lots of goodies and giveaways. Thursday, October 26 / 6 to 8 p.m. 300 Corporate Center Drive Scott Depot Info: 304-691-6800
Your patient portal mobile app, powered by FollowMyHealth, has a fresh new look. From your mobile device, look for the new heart logo to access your medical records. The name on your device is still the same (FMHMobile), and your favorite features are in the exact same spots. Haven’t set up your mobile account yet? Download the app for your phone and use your FMH username and password to gain access. To access your FollowMyHealth account, go to: www.marshallhealth.org/followmyhealth
Teays Valley café serving up healthy eats The Marshall Health Café located at Marshall Health’s new Teays Valley location is now open. The café serves up breakfast on-the-go staples like yogurt and pastries, hot & cold lunch sandwiches, salads, soups, snacks, coffee and more. The café is open to employees, patients and community members. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday-Friday.
October Specials Laser Hair Reduction Buy one area, get the second 1/2 off (lesser or equal value). Offer valid through Oct. 31, 2017.
Pumpkin Facials Even the appearance of your skin, smooth the look of fine lines and wrinkles and clarify to reveal skin that looks smoother, younger, radiant and revitalized. Available while supplies last.
To schedule an appointment, call 304-691-8910.
Meet our Newest Providers Dentistry & Oral Surgery Malav Shah, DDS Dentist
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Trish McCarty Aesthetician
Dr. Shah specializes in general dentistry for all ages. Appointments: Call Marshall Dentistry & Oral Surgery at 304-691-1247. Walkins welcome.
A licensed aesthetician, McCarty specializes in a variety of spa services, including dermaplaning, chemical peels, facials, laser treatments and
Neuroscience Nicolas Phan, MD Neurosurgeon Dr. Phan, a board-certified, fellowshiptrained neurosurgeon, specializes in neurotrauma, including traumatic brain injury, decompressive cranial surgery and spinal cord injuries; degenerative spine surgery, including minimally-invasive spin surgery; and neuro-oncology, including brain tumors, meningiomas and spine oncology. Appointments: Call Marshall Neuroscience at 304-691-1787. Obstetrics & Gynecology Kelly Cummings, MD Maternal-Fetal Medicine Dr. Cummings, a board-certified maternal-fetal medicine specialist, specializes in high-risk pregnancies, including cases of preterm labor, placenta previa, miscarriage risk, multiple births, preeclampsia and gestational diabetes. Appointments: Call Marshall Obstetrics & Gynecology at 304-691-1400. Ally Roy, MD General Obstetrics & Gynecology Dr. Roy is a general obstetriciangynecologist who also specializes in minimally invasive robotic surgery. Appointments: Call Marshall Obstetrics & Gynecology at 304-691-1800.
more. Appointments: Call Marshall Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at 304-691-8910. Pediatrics Susanna A. Kapourales, MD Pediatrician Dr. Kapourales is a board-certified general pediatrician. She is accepting new patients at Marshall Pediatrics’ Teays Valley location. Appointments: Call Marshall Pediatrics at 304-691-8870. Family Medicine Robert B. Walker, MD Geriatrics Dr. Walker, a board-certified family medicine physician, rejoins the Marshall Health team to care for senior adult patients. He is accepting new patients at our Village Medical Center location in Barboursville. Appointments: Call Marshall Family Medicine at 304-736-5247. Michael L. Grome, PA-C Physician Assistant A certified physician assistant with more than 30 years of experience in geriatric patient care, Mr. Grome is accepting new patients at our Village Medical Center location in Barboursville. Appointments: Call Marshall Family Medicine at 304-736-5247.
To learn learn more about these and other new providers, go to: marshallhealth.org/doctors/new-providers/ Copyright Š 2017 by Marshall Health. All rights reserved. For inquiries or suggestions, contact Marshall Health at info@marshallhealth.org. This information is not intended to be used in place of medical advice. In case of a medical issue, contact your personal physician.
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