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elow are four feel-good, look-good, be-smart things to do, which hopefully will make your October just a little bit more rewarding.

No. 1 ~ Buy a Pretty Tee. Perhaps you remember when Seinfeld actress Julia LouisDreyfus was diagnosed last September with breast cancer. Days after winning her sixth consecutive Emmy for her role as Selina Meyer on Veep, she tweeted, “One in 8 women gets breast cancer. Today, I’m the one.”

She put Veep’s production on hold, finished chemotherapy in January, underwent surgery in February, and has since updated fans with “Hoorah! Great doctors, great results, feeling happy and ready to rock after surgery.”

Now Louis-Dreyfus, 57, is back on the set of Veep and fulfilling another new role as well – as the official 2018 ambassador for Saks Fifth Avenue’s Key to the Cure (KTTC) campaign, an annual charitable initiative to fight cancer. She’s touting this year’s $35, KTTC T-shirt sold at Saks stores and online www.saks.com. All proceeds benefit the AiRS (Alliance in Reconstructive Surgery) Foundation, a nonprofit which helps women of limited means with the costs of breast reconstruction surgery after mastectomies.

The T-shirt, designed by Wes Gordon of Carolina Herrera, a house reputed to epitomize female elegance and strength, features bold-colored poppies along with the slogan, “We are fighters and we are fighting for a cure.” It’s available during the entire month of October.

Marc Metrick, President of Saks Fifth Avenue, said the results of the 20-year-old KTTC campaign have been very rewarding. “Close to $40 million has been donated to cancer research and treatment organizations throughout the United States,” he said. And with the help of Louis-Dreyfus, he’s hoping the 20th year will be the most successful yet.

So, consider purchasing this pretty poppy Tee; it’s for a worthy cause.

No. 2 ~ With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our writer, Kathy Megyeri, has compiled some great suggestions to reduce your or your loved one’s risk of getting the disease. Check it out.

No. 3 ~ Medicare Open Enrollment begins Oct. 15. Find out all you need to know to make an informed decision in this month’s review by our writer Randal Hill.

No. 4 ~ Vote.

The midterm elections are coming up (the general

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Actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus (inset) and Wes Gordon of Carolina Herrera with this year’s Key to the Cure T-shirts. They sell for $35 at Saks Fifth Avenue and proceeds will help women of limited means with the costs of breast cancer reconstruction surgery. election is Nov. 6) and Senior Power is sure to have a mighty impact on the results. Half of Floridians who voted in 2016 were 50 or older; nearly a fifth of our population is 65 and older.

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local events around town • october 2018 Event:

“Bra-Vo” – Breast Cancer Awareness Exhibit Date: Oct. 5 - 28 Time: M – F (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.); Sat. & Sun (12 – 4 p.m.)

Cost: FREE Place: Mount Dora Center for the Arts Address: 138 E. Fifth Ave. Mount Dora 32757 Phone: 352- 383- 0880 Web: mountdoracenterforthearts.org

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Place: Bacall Pool & Recreation Center Address: 2041 Canal St. The Villages 32162 Phone: 352-753-8292 Web: thevillages.com

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Preserving Past and Future Family Photos Oct. 6 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Call with any questions

Place: Cooper Memorial Library Address: 2525 Oakley Seaver Dr. Clermont 34711 Phone: 352-404-8164 Web: PastfindersSLC.org

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Shake it up (Exercise – Latin music) Oct. 8 9 a.m.

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Movies on Tuesday: “To Catch a Thief” Oct. 9 2 - 4 p.m.

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Place: Leesburg Public Library Address: 100 E. Main St. Leesburg 34748 Phone: 352-728-9790 Web: mylakelibrary.evanced.info

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Place: Reilly Arts Center Address: 500 NE 9th St. Ocala 34470 Phone: 352-351-1606 Web: reillyartscenter.com

Octoberfest w/The Boogie Brothers Band Date: Oct. 16 Time: 6 – 9 p.m.

Cost: No cover charge. Call to make reservation.

Place: Katie Belle’s Restaurant Address: 996 Del Mar Dr. Lady Lake 32159 Phone: 352- 750-9411 Web: katiebellesthevillages.com

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Classic Albums LIVE: “ The Eagles Greatest Hits” Oct. 11 7:30 p.m. $15 - $35

Ocala Symphony Orchestra: Opening Weekend Date: Oct. 13 & 14 Time: 13th at 7:30 p.m.; 14th at 3 p.m.

Cost: $10 - $35 Place: Reilly Arts Center Address: 500 NE 9th St. Ocala 34470 Phone: 352-351-1606 Web: ReillyArtsCenter.com

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Escape Room: The Mummy’s Tomb Oct. 20 2- 3 p.m.

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Place: Dunnellon Public Library Address: 20351 Robinson Rd. Dunnellon 34431 Phone: 352-438-2520 Web: marioncountyfl.org

The Fall Johnny Mello Show and Dance Date: Oct. 26 Time: 6 – 9 p.m.

Cost: $15 per person Place: Lady Lake American Legion Hall Address: 699 W Lady Lake Blvd Lady Lake 32159 Phone: 352-687-1776 Web: thejohnnymelloshow.com

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(Classic songs from Broadway) Nov. 3 7:30 p.m. $42.43 -$53.45

Place: Clermont Performing Arts Center Address: 3700 S. Hwy 27 Clermont 34711 Phone: 352-394-4800 Web: clermontperformingarts.com

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EALTHLiNE ❤

Aspirin could cause harm Those who take lowdose aspirin and are free of medical conditions (such as cardiovascular issues requiring aspirin use) may want to talk to their healthcare provider before reaching for the tiny little pill.

According to an article in the New England Journal of Medicine, which published the results of a recent large clinical trial begun in 2010, taking lowdose aspirin on a daily basis could do more harm than good.

The trial enrolled more than 19,000 healthy people age 70 and older. The minimum age for African-American and Hispanic populations was lowered to 65 because of their higher risk for dementia and cardiovascular disease. Half the participants were given low-dose aspirin (100 mg) and the rest, a placebo.

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Contrary to the popular belief that aspirin can increase longevity, researchers found its use can actually lead to a greater risk of cancer as well as bleeding, primarily in the gastrointestinal tract and brain. Taking aspirin did not affect onset of dementia or physical disability.

“The increase in cancer deaths in study participants in the aspirin group was surprising, given prior studies suggesting aspirin use improved cancer outcomes,” said Dr. Leslie Ford, associate director of clinical research, National Cancer Institute Division of Cancer Prevention. “Analysis of all the cancerrelated data from the trial is under way and until we have additional data, these findings are to be interpreted with caution.”

Probiotic supplements have risks “Probiotic supplements are commonly used to ‘correct’ the balance of bacteria in the digestive

Oct. 15 - Dec. 7 Amanda Wiredu, MD Board Certified Internal Medicine

Careful Jumping on the Over-the-Counter Bandwagon system, but most people don’t realize they may be ineffective or even counterproductive,” says Mindy Haar, Ph.D., who serves as Assistant Dean, Undergraduate Affairs at the New York Institute of Technology’s School of Health Professions.

In an article published by NYIT, Haar, a registered dietitian, states these supplements – now skyrocketing in popularity – have questionable benefits and definite risks. They should be not be used as a universal digestive solution; an individualized approach is recommended.

She points to studies by the Weizmann Institute of Science where researchers found the supplements to be ineffective for many and, in some cases, actually worsened conditions, leaving probiotic balance unrestored for as long as five months. Additional findings have linked probiotic supplements to bacterial overgrowth which can increase risk of infection and delay the regrowth of the body’s healthy bacteria.

Haar maintains the simpler and safer approach to restoring probiotic balance is through diet with fermented foods like sauerkraut, yogurt or kombucha tea. Increasing fiber intake also helps.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

LOWER YOUR RISK

By KATHy MEGyERI

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reast cancer is the second most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women. According to the National Cancer Institute, one in eight American females will develop breast cancer during her lifetime.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, here are some recommendations from a variety of nationally-recognized experts to help you lower your risk for this disease.

• Schedule a yearly mammogram to help detect abnormalities early.

Dense breast tissue may increase your risk of breast cancer and mask cancerous growths on a mammogram. Your doctor may supplement your mammogram with an MRI or ultrasound for a more accurate reading.

• Perform self-breast exams monthly so you can readily spot unusual changes in the breast.

• Get regular check-ups. Better outcomes of cancer are those that are caught early. A doctor may see something you miss and can talk to you about your risks. Women of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry and African American women (who could be prone to a more aggressive form of cancer) have a higher risk.

Remember, men, you too can contract breast cancer.

• If you have a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, ask your doctor about a genetic test to see if you may have inherited a genetic mutation.

This can help you and your healthcare provider create a personalized plan designed to prevent or detect the disease.

• For some, such as those who carry the BRCA1 or 2 mutation and have a strong history of the disease, preventative surgery may be an option.

• Cut down on alcohol. Fourteen or more drinks a week make women nearly 35% more likely to develop breast cancer than those who drink less than five drinks weekly, according to a study published in Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers and Prevention. One drink a day is enough to increase the risk.

• Avoid Hormone Replacement Therapy if you can. HRT with a combination of estrogen and progesterone increases breast cancer risk by 75% – even if used for a short time. Estrogen-only HRT has been linked to ovarian cancer.

• Limit oral contraceptive use as it increases one’s exposure to estrogen.

• Try natural remedies for menopause symptoms like consuming a plant-based diet, herbal medicines, acupuncture, drinking more water, quitting smoking, increasing exercise, and cutting down on caffeine.

• Exercise several times a week.

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Dr. Marc Hulbert, breast cancer specialist at the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, says physical activity is the most important lifestyle factor in reducing the risk of breast cancer, especially after menopause. It helps with weight and reduces metabolic hormones and estrogen which promote tumor growth. One should get 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity per week.

• Quit smoking. Studies show smoking can increase your risk. Second-hand smoke also plays a factor. The effect of smoking may be even stronger when a woman starts smoking before her first child.

• Sitting most of the day is as deadly as cigarette smoking. Women who sit six or more hours a day are more likely to develop invasive breast cancer than women who sit for less than three hours a day, according to the American Cancer Society. Spend at least one-half of your work day on your feet.

• Keep stress to a minimum. Your immune system needs to be in optimal condition to seek out and destroy cancer cells. “Don’t worry about things out of your control,” says Dr. Amy Lee of the University of Southern California’s Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center.

• Experts recommend a Mediterranean or plant-based diet. Include broc-

coli, turmeric and garlic. Limit refined sugar, refined carbohydrates, saturated animal fats, toxic chemicals and pesticides. “Fresh vegetables, whole grains and lean protein are vital,” says Dr. Matthew McCurdy, an oncologist at the Austin Cancer Center.

• Maintain a proper weight. Obesity causes the body to be more susceptible to cancer. Bodyfat produces estrogen which increases the risk of developing breast cancer, according to Dr. Dennis Holmes, a breast surgeon at the John Wayne Cancer Institute. This is even more important as we get older because overweight women after menopause have a 30-60% higher breast cancer risk compared to other women. Anything above 24.9 BMI (body mass index) is overweight.

• For younger women: Having children early in life, having multiple children, and breastfeeding babies for as long as possible lowers your lifetime exposure to estrogen.

• Age matters. Our chance of getting cancer increases the older we get.

There’s not much we can do about this except to educate ourselves and loved ones about breast cancer risks and symptoms, work with our healthcare providers to improve chances of early detection, and follow-up with appropriate screening programs.

Happy Birthday to those born in October!

Be A Wise Consumer The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is the state’s clearinghouse for consumer complaints, protection and information and regulates various business industries operating in Florida.

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• The A to Z Resource Guide is an online directory to help Floridians find the most appropriate government agency to contact for various issues.

• The Business/Complaint Lookup is an online resource that allows consumers to view businesses’ registration and complaint information.

• Check-A-Charity is an online searchable database that provides consumers with registration and financial information for charitable organizations that solicit contributions in Florida.

• File a Complaint online or request to have a complaint form mailed to you by calling the Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) or 1-800-FL-AYUDA (352-9832).

• Stop unwanted telemarketing calls by joining the Florida Do Not Call List.

• Request a Speaker, at no cost, for your community or club meeting.

The Consumer Assistance Center staff is available to provide consumer information from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, at 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) or 1-800-FL-AYUDA (352-9832) or Live Chat at www.FreshFromFlorida.com

TAKE ON COMING TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY

TODAY Join AARP at Open Streets St. Pete, the downtown street-festival created to celebrate access to diverse mobility options and safer communities. With roads shut off to cars, you’ll be able to enjoy live music, great food, games, and more. Swing by the AARP booth to hear how we’re helping to improve our communities for every age and ability. Bring your whole family and let’s Take on Today and every day.

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h, autumn. A time for football games, Oktoberfests and shopping. Not for gifts—that time arrives soon enough—but for securing the best possible deals during the Medicare Open Enrollment period. This is your opportunity to use Medicare’s Plan Finder (www.Medicare.gov/find-a-plan) to find a program that best meets your needs.

Be forewarned The Medicare Open Enrollment Period is one of the most confusing and misunderstood annual events in this vital program. Premiums, benefits, formulary, copays, provider and pharmacy networks can all change—and often do from year to year. Give yourself plenty of time to review and understand your options, and don’t be afraid to seek help. Both Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans have licensed agents to guide you, and your state health insurance agency also has counselors who can help you sift through the often confusing information.

Original Medicare This includes Part A (which covers certain hospital expenses) and Part B (which applies to doctor bills and other medical costs). That’s it. Period. No dental care. No vision coverage. No hearing aids. Medigap plans (also known as Medicare Supplement plans) can be purchased to provide coverage for these gaps.

Parts C and D Though Medicare offers a valuable healthcare safety net, most of us want to create a custom plan that fits our particular needs. This is where Medicare Advantage plans (Part C) come in. These are private insurance options run by government-regulated insurance companies for seniors and the disabled currently enrolled in Original Medicare (Plan A and Plan B). Out-of-pocket costs in Part C plans can sometimes be lower than with Original Medicare and often include benefits not found in Parts A and B. Prices vary by plan provider, so it’s to your advantage to compare all the plans available in your area before choosing the one best for you.

Most Medicare Advantage plans also include prescription drug coverage, which is an optional add-on called Part D, for beneficiaries who retain Original Medicare. Luckily, premiums are not influenced by age or preexisting conditions.

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I had returned home to spend quality time with my family in Chatham, Va. Dad was an Episcopal priest, otherwise known as a Catholic Lite (same religion, but half the guilt).

That year, a Halloween gathering was planned at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, the highlight of which would be a costume contest.

Now I’ve always been a bit competitive when it comes to these matters. The best costumes always get the best prize, most praise and lots of candy, right? And that meant my costume had to be clever and original.

My strategy: play the Father card. I’d make a play on our family name by being a “Wright-ing” utensil. As a pencil, I would be the son of a pun.

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I spent a whole day working on my costume which featured a dandelionyellow pencil body with an eraser on the bottom. I wore the pointed tip on top, which unfortunately looked a bit similar to a dunce cap. I even put a No. 2 on the costume to alleviate any doubts about what I was portraying.

On the day of the contest, we gathered in the banquet room of the church for a covered-dish supper and snacks. Then we contestants paraded in a circle as the onlookers, mostly members of the tobacco farm community, decided how to cast their vote.

As I shuffled along, I couldn’t help but sense that odd gazes and gawks were coming my way. I began to feel like a broken pencil – it all seemed so pointless.

When the votes were tallied, I didn’t even get an honorable mention.

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My Dad. Ironically dressed up as Satan.

What had gone wrong? How could they not have seen the brilliant metaphor? What did they think I was with my pointy head? A yellow unicorn?

A cowardly dunce?

I have stayed away from costume contests ever since. And really, in the Tampa Bay area, the only costume parties for grownups are reserved for debutantes and other members of the local gentry, such as Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla.

Perhaps I’ll just organize one myself with everyone dressing up as their favorite color of crayon. I’ll call it Ye Mystic Krewe of Krayola.

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by Board Certified radiologists who live in the area and are devoted to the community. Says RAO physician liaison Amanda Smith, “It feels good to have

Our superheroes featured in this year’s promotions are employees (from left to right): Kathy Gillman, Carrie Law, Amanda Smith, Dr. Amanda Aulls, Michele Barkley and Yvonne Seymor-Palmer.

women doctors on staff who can relate personally.”

“I make it a mission to acquire the most advanced technologies and procedures,” says RAO’s Kathy Gillman.

Adds operations coordinator, Carrie Law, “This is the team of people I’d trust with my own care. You can’t get a higher recommendation than that.”

For more information about MRI services at RAO, visit raocala.com or call 352.671.4300 and a highly trained staff-member will be happy to assist you.

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For heroic accuracy, only RAO’s breast health detection league of fellowship-trained subspecialists utilizes advanced technologies like 3D mammography™ exams, MRI and in-house same-day biopsy for the ultimate defense against cancer. Our united mission: to detect disease wherever it lurks and help return you to a place of health and security.

It’s all for one, and one provider for all you need: RAO.

RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF OCALA, P.A.

(352) 671-4300 AMANDA SMITH Physician Liaison

MICHELE BARKLEY

CARRIE LAW KATHY GILLMAN

Manager of TimberRidge Imaging Center

Operations Coordinator

AMANDA AULLS, MD

Medical Director of Women’s Imaging Services

MRI Technologist, Breast Cancer Survivor

YVONNE SEYMOR-PALMER Scheduler, Breast Cancer Survivor

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