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Choosing a Fitness Trainer

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Dr. Jamal A. Duval Georgia Orthodontic Studio Page 7

Dr. Khamis W. Ibrahim Eastside Allied Health Page 9

Dr. Ida Lanier-Gregg Ida Lanier-Gregg Dentistry Page 11

Dr. Nailah Smith

Dr. Herb Singleton

Dr. Elizabeth Kobe

Full Body Rejuvenation Center Page 13

Kaiser Permanente Pediatrician Page 15

Montreal OB/GYN, DeKalb Medical Page 16

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Top metro Atlanta places to walk, jog or bike

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GETTING GETTING

FIT:

Finding a Personal Trainer

By Amanda Usher

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inding the right personal trainer can prove to be a difficult task, but with the following tips, a person will be able to find one that is perfect for helping them along their journey to getting fit.

What’s most essential for a person to discover while on the prowl for a personal trainer is whether or not they hold an NCCA-accredited certification, according to the American Council on Exercise (ACE Fit), an organization that offers training certifications, fitness programs, among many other health and wellness items.

NCCA stands for National

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Commission for Certifying Agencies, a business that serves to accredit certification programs or organizations that measure professional capability.

“This will give you the assurance that you are working with a professional who has the knowledge and skills to provide you with a safe and effective workout,” ACE Fit noted on its web site, acefitness.org.

Aside from being certified, a trainer should also have an educational background in exercise science, or a related field of study, and experience with their client’s particular need.

After checking into their certification and background, clients should check to see if the

fitness professional carries liability insurance. Having insurance shields the trainers from client lawsuits concerning injuries or damages.

The trainer’s business policies, i.e. cancellation policies, should also be taken into consideration.

One question that comes to mind when choosing a trainer is “How much is it going to cost me?”

This depends on the trainer’s expertise, location, facility prices (if not an independent contractor) and the type, frequency and length of the session that is being offered.

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From page 5 relationship. Those seeking a professional trainer should find someone who genuinely cares about assisting them in reaching their goal.

It’s important for both parties to get along and like one another, and for the trainer to be motivating and positive.

For those with a history of medical conditions or injuries, trainers are to tailor their programs to those needs as well as contact the person’s physician to gain clearance for that person to participate in the program.

“If you are receiving care for a medical or orthopedic condition, a personal trainer should obtain your consent to discuss exercise guidelines and contraindications with your healthcare provider,” according to ACE Fit.

The trainer’s accommodation to their client’s schedule also come into play.

“The knowledgeable and experienced personal trainer who fits your style is the one to hire — because that is the professional who will help you achieve the best results,” ACE Fit noted.

For people who are seeking fitness trainers, IDEA Health and Fitness Association has a setup on its website that helps people

to identify which type of personal trainer they desire.

After first entering the state then city in designated fields, a list of trainers will be displayed in the results.

Featured on the trainers’ profiles are their biographies, experience and certifications, client reviews, rates, a questionand-answer section with the trainer, degrees obtained, payment methods, map locations, specialties and much more.

For further research, if a match is not made from the site, then people should not worry because there are fitness gyms that house personal trainers. Visit the gyms and their web sites to learn more.

Visit ideafit.com to see the full list of profiles and their features to learn about each trainer available.

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Dr. Jamal A. Duval is a passionate orthodontist focused on meeting and exceeding all patient expectations. Dr. Duval prides himself on giving patients beautiful smiles through his practice, Georgia Orthodontic Studio, which is located at 8200 Mall Parkway, Suite B 200, Lithonia, Georgia located near the Mall at Stonecrest in Lithonia Dr. Duval is a native of Macon, GA. He received his undergraduate degree from Morehouse College in Atlanta GA, and subsequently, earned a Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN. He earned his orthodontic certification after completing his residency at Howard University in Washington, DC. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Duval enjoys teaching for the Georgia Orthodontic Assisting School. It has always been intriguing for Dr. Duval to incorporate the sience in conjunction with the art of orthodontics. As a strong advocate of continuing education, Dr. Duval stays abreast of the latest technology such as Invasalign, Damon Brace System, Lingual Braces (braces on the backside of teeth), TAD anchorage devices and 6 Month Smile Treatments.

As a member of the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics, Dr. Duval is to extend other beauty enhancing services such as Botox, Dermal Filler, and Tooth Whitening regiments.

Dr. Duval is also a member of The American Association of Orthodontist Southern Association of Orthodontist, Georgia Dental Association and The Georgia Society.

Dr. Duval is a participant of Help a Child Smile, Greater Traveler’s Rest Youth Smiles and several mentoring programs. In his leisure time, Dr. Duval spends time with family and friends, traveling, playing tennis and basketball.

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Metro Atlanta trails offer scenery, history and plenty of exercise

By Amanda Usher

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all has approached, and has brought with it unique outdoor scenery that can be seen on many of Atlanta’s hiking, biking, jogging and walking trails. If you’ve been waiting to beat the summer heat, now is the time to hit the trails.

Here’s a list of a few of the trails in metro Atlanta that await: The Atlanta BeltLine Stretching as far as 22 miles, the historic Atlanta BeltLine connects several downtown Atlanta neighborhoods and

businesses and consists of four multi-use trails for walkers, joggers, bicycle riders and also pets. Pets are to always be on a leash when on the trail grounds.

Trail hours are from 6 a.m. through 11 p.m. Restaurants are located alongside the trails for those who want to get a bite to eat. Local law enforcement from the Atlanta Police Department’s Path Force Unit patrols each trail to ensure safety.

The Eastside Trail runs for 2.25 miles around areas such as Piedmont Park, the Old Fourth Ward, Virginia Highland, PonceyHighland and Inman Park. To park near this particular trail,

one option available is the paid parking lot on Monroe Drive beside Park Tavern.

The Northside Trail plays host to the annual Northside 5K Race, which is a part of the Atlanta BeltLine Running Series.

Running alongside Collier Road, it connects Ardmore Park, Atlanta Memorial Park and Tanyard Creek Park reaching approximately one mile.

What will soon be 4.5 miles, the Southwest Connector Trail is currently 1.15 miles long and bonds together the Lionel Hampton Trail with Westwood Continues on page 10

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Dr. Khamis W. Ibrahim CHIROPRACTOR

Dr. Khamis W. Ibrahim has been providing chiropractic care in the Dekalb County community for the past 14 years. He is a graduate of the University of Florida and holds a doctor of chiropractic degree from Life University in Marietta, GA. He is board certified in physiotherapy and is an active member in good standing with the Georgia Chiropractic Association. Dr. Ibrahim has also done volunteer work with the Special Olympics of Georgia. Located in the heart of Lithonia and only a mile from Stonecrest Mall, his clinic provides a multi-disciplinary approach to physical medicine by providing chiropractic, medical and physiotherapy treatments. His facility, Eastside Allied Health and Lithonia Chiropractic Clinic, treats a wide array of conditions such as Headaches, Neck pain, Shoulder/Arm pain, Upper and Middle back pain, Lower back pain, leg pain and numbness and joint pain related to arthritis.

Dr. Ibrahim enjoys helping his patients return to their lifestyle without the pain.

Auto Injuries, sports injuries, work-

related injuries and slip and fall injuries can have very serious long term effects if not treated properly and in a timely manner.

Dr. Ibrahim has been very successful with treating these types of injuries by properly diagnosing the injury, implementing the correct treatment plan and documenting the injuries to help his patients maximize their healing process. In addition, his facility has been very successful treating patients with Disc Herniations without the use of surgery. His state-of-the-art Accu Spina decompression table has been helping his patients with disc bulges and herniations for years. Disc herniations and bulges have played a major role in severe low back pain and/or leg pain (sciatica). Over 90% of disc herniations occur in the lumbar spine (lower back) and is one of the most common causes of disability in the United States of America today. His facility offers radiology services (x-rays) and if an MRI is needed for further evaluation that can be discussed with the patient and offered at a facility where your insurance is accepted.

In addition, chiropractic care has been very

useful and successful with patients who are under wellness care and receive spinal adjustments on a regular basis.

Eastside Allied Health will welcome you with very convenient hours and same day appointments. In addition, they will file all the necessary paperwork you will need for your insurance company and they will accept attorney liens in cases where you have been injured. Most insurances are accepted. For more information you can call us at (770) 482-1114 or please visit our website: www.eastsidealliedhealth.com

EASTSIDE ALLIED HEALTH, LLC Dr. Khamis W. Ibrahim 3081 Stone Mountain St. Lithonia, GA 30058 Office: (770) 482-1114 Cell: (678)520-9010 Fax: (770) 484-1206 www.eastsidealliedhealth.com KhamisDC@bellsouth.net

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DeKalb County Board of Health

Avenue, passing Beecher Hills Elementary School on Bollingbrook Drive.

“West End Remembers,” the Atlanta BeltLine’s first permanent mural, can be found alongside the West Side Trail. Extending 2.4 miles from White Street to Westview Cemetery, this trail leads to Brown Middle School and Kipp/Strive Academy.

For more information regarding the trails, parking for each and the Atlanta BeltLine, visit beltline.org, or call 404-477-3003.

Stone Mountain Park Located at 1000 Robert E. Lee Boulevard in Stone Mountain, Stone Mountain Park houses many attractions including its hiking and walking trails.

Nature seekers can walk along either The Woodland Trail or the Meadow Trails to enter into the Songbird Habitat, which can be found off of Stonewall Jackson Drive on the backside of Stone Mountain.

Each trail is one mile and can take you to birds such as the Eastern Bluebird and the Northern Cardinal.

Mountain lovers can head up to the top of Stone Mountain using the one-mile Walk-Up Trail. While 1, 686 feet above sea level at the mountaintop, hikers can use the restroom, grab a snack, buy souvenirs and view downtown Atlanta among other sights.

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CENTERS & SERVICES

Promoting, protecting and improving health The DeKalb County Board of Health envisions safe, healthy communities in which all individuals have access to quality, affordable health services.

SERVICES Adult health • BreasTest and More • Dental health • Family planning • Women’s health • Refugee health • Ryan White Early Care Clinic (HIV/AIDS) » Primary medical care » Immunizations » Mental health/substance abuse counseling » Outreach and education » Peer advocacy and navigation • Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) • Travel medicine* • Tuberculosis (TB) • Flu shots Minor illnesses • Coughs and colds, including nasal congestion and sore throat • Minor cuts and bruises • Constipation and hemorrhoids (piles) • Hay fever and allergies • Skin conditions • Pain, such as headache, earache and back pain • Indigestion, diarrhea and threadworms • Menstrual pain • Warts (including plantar warts), mouth ulcers and cold sores • Athlete’s foot • Diaper rash, teething and thrush Improving community health • Comprehensive community health reports • Infectious disease control • Notifiable disease reporting • Outbreak investigation and control

Birth and death certificates Maternal and child health • Adolescent health and youth development • Babies Can’t Wait • Children 1st • Children’s Medical Services • Foster care services • Sports physicals • Dental health • Health checks • Immunizations • Back-to-school immunizations • Mothers Offering Resources and Education (M.O.R.E.) • Perinatal care and obstetrics • Vision and hearing screenings • Right from the Start Medicaid • Pregnancy testing • Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Environmental Health Services • Body crafting permits and inspections • Hotel and motel permits and inspections • Lead poisoning prevention • Mosquito and rodent control • Radon testing • Restaurant permits and inspections • Septic tank permits and inspections • Swimming pool and spa permits and inspections Promoting healthy lifestyles • Exercise • Healthy eating • Injury prevention • Smoke-free environments • Tobacco use prevention • Health screenings • Community health education • Chronic disease prevention education

For more information, call (404) 294-3700 or visit www.dekalbhealth.net

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Dr. Ida Lanier- Gregg is originally from Snow Hill, North Carolina. Dr. LanierGregg graduated from Meharry Medical School in 1991 and has practiced in Atlanta for nearly 23 years. In 1994, Dr. Lanier began building her own practice in Stone Mountain. She shares her life with her husband and two beautiful sons, Yanik and Collin. She enjoys travelling and giving back to her community, through volunteering and health fairs. She is a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry and an active member in the Atlanta Dental Study Club.

Dr. Lanier-Gregg has always envisioned a profession that will allow her to help others. Her mission is to build an ideal practice that would enable her to deliver high quality dental care with a fivestar customer service. Her passion is to give her patients a beautiful and healthy smile. She understand that many patients are anxious about dental appointments and some may need additional attention to feel at ease. Dr. Lanier-Gregg philosophy is to take the additional time with every patient to discuss their goals as well as their concerns to help them fully understand every procedure before clinical therapy.

Dr. Lanier-Gregg has two practicing locations, one located in Lithonia, and the newest location in Decatur. Each location has the latest technologies, in general and cosmetic dentistry, which includes digital x-rays, implant placements, tooth colored resin, and veneers, etc. Each location has friendly, knowledgeable staff with professional attitudes.

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From page 10 The Summit Skyride is available as an alternative to getting down the mountain from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. MondayThursday and from 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday. It can also be used as a way to get up the mountain as people can walk down the one mile.

No pets are allowed on the Walk-Up Trail, and it is not wheelchair accessible.

There are emergency call boxes placed in various areas on the trail as well as the parking lot.

The park is open from 6 a.m. until midnight, although attraction hours vary.

Individual attraction tickets are available; however, adventure passes can be purchased for $29.95 (adults) and $24.95 (kids ages 3-11).

Vehicle permits are $10 per day and $35 per year.

For a full list of Stone Mountain Park’s trails, visit stonemountainpark.com, or call 770-498-5690 for more information.

Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area Located at 3350 Klondike Road in Lithonia, the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area offers more than 30 miles of trails for those who wish to bike, walk or jog.

The Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area provides visitors the opportunity to trek trails at the Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve, which passes through a railroad cut, farming terraces and the Klondike Historic District.

The Heritage Area also offers the seven-mile paved PATH trail, open from dusk to dawn.

The PATH trail is a result of Panola Mountain State Park’s partnership with the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and passes the Lyon Farm, both of the South River Bridges, DeCastro Retreat, a lake and other areas.

The PATH trail leads into a mini trail that stems from the second South River Bridge and connects to the Monastery of

Holy Spirit in Rockdale County.

Close to the beginning of the Monastery’s trail is the Monastic Heritage Center, which holds an exhibit center and a bonsai greenhouse. There’s also a gift shop.

To learn more about the Heritage Area, visit arabiaalliance.org, or call 404998-8384.

Panola Mountain State Park In addition to its PATH trail, Panola Mountain State Park is home to two woodland nature trails: a 3.25-mile rock outcrop trail and a 1.25-mile Watershed Trail behind the park’s Nature Center.

The center is located at 2600 Highway 155 in Stockbridge, and is open from 7 a.m. to dusk.

The trails are available for hiking and running. Leashed pets are allowed on all trails.

For a guided tour up Panola Mountain or for more information, call 770-3897801, or visit gastateparks.org/ PanolaMountain.

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DR. NAILAH SMITH, D.C.

Seeking Better Health and Less Pain the Holistic Way

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CHIROPRACTOR

ave you ever considered seeing a Chiropractor for relief from pain? Whether it’s a result of personal injury, overexertion, or just life, chiropractic can help! Contrary to popular belief, chiropractic care is not just for back pain and massages. This art of healing also manages headaches, arthritis, disc herniations, fibromyalgia, sciatica, arm and leg pain, says Dr. Smith.

Dr. Nailah Smith, D.C., the owner of The Full Body Rejuvenation Center in Lithonia, has had the experience of putting her passion of chiropractic medicine and helping people to the test. With her skills and expertise, Dr. Smith was recently able to save the life of a patient who was evaluated for chronic lower back pain. Through orthopedic tests, a comprehensive chiropractic examination, and a lumbar spinal X-Ray, Dr. Smith detected the patient had calcification of the abdominal aorta which can be deadly. “As a Doctor of Chiropractic, I am able to diagnose a wide range of common ailments and refer patients out to the appropriate specialist dependent on the patient’s condition,” Dr. Smith said.

FBRC doesn’t only specialize in chiropractic care; they also boast weight management programs, nutritional cleansing, massage therapy, and physiotherapy.

Chiropractic care and massage therapy, both deal with the maintenance and improvement of the human frame while nutritional supplementation and cleansing help aid the body’s digestive and immune system.

A goal of Full Body Rejuvenation Center is to bring upscale, spa-like amenities to DeKalb County without the downtown traffic. Dr. Smith is known for promoting full body wellness and “putting the care back in healthcare.”

Dr. Smith is also in tuned to the ever-growing facets of the healthcare industry. She is a certified doctor to perform MUA, or Manipulation Under Anesthesia. MUA is a manual therapy treatment used to improve articular and soft tissue movement using controlled release, myofascial manipulation, and mobilization techniques. The patient is lightly anesthetized to achieve total relaxation and then adjustments and stretching movements are quickly accomplished. MUA is great for patients who have chronic problems with neck, back, and joints. It also helps repair conditions caused by long-term disabilities, accidents, and injuries that have been unresponsive to conventional treatment or for those that are highly sensitive to pain.

Dr. Smith encourages people to pay attention to warning signs from their bodies, such as morning stiffness and chronic aches and pains. A spinal adjustment may be one of the keys to enjoying a more healthy and active lifestyle. “Regular visits to the chiropractor may save on unnecessary pain medications, days of illness, and risks of having surgery.”

Dr. Nailah Smith, D.C Full Body Rejuvenation Center 3636 Panola Road Ste B Lithonia, GA 30038 info@fullbodyrejuvenation.com www.fullbodyrejuvenation.com

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WellCare, Children’s Healthcare unite to support healthy pregnancies WellCare Health Plans, Inc. has donated $50,000 to the charitable foundation of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Children’s), one of the largest pediatric clinical care providers in the country, to help fund an initiative that advances education in support of healthy pregnancies in Georgia.

The donation will support the Strong4Life Healthy Pregnancy Program, which will train OB/GYNs and certified nurse midwives how to improve nutrition, increase physical activity and promote healthy weight management during pregnancy. The health care

provider training program focuses on building motivational interviewing skills, and offers assessment and educational tools. It will be used to recruit and train new health care providers and reach pregnant mothers across Georgia.

Excessive weight gain during pregnancy can cause serious health risks for both mothers and babies, and has been shown to increase the likelihood of childhood obesity.

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The ability to listen to the smallest of voices is a skill that Herbert Singleton, M.D. has honed during his 32 years of practicing medicine. A board-certified pediatrician, he treats Kaiser Permanente’s youngest members at the health care organization’s Crescent Medical Center in Tucker. In fact, it was Singleton’s close relationship with his own pediatrician, who he describes as a “caring, gentle, giant of a man,” that inspired him to pursue a career in pediatric medicine.

With patients from all over the world, Singleton credits his ability to connect with parents and children from various backgrounds to his upbringing in a diverse community and experience living across the U.S. and abroad.

That ability to connect is critical in his medical practice. In addition to providing routine pediatric care, Singleton specializes in diagnosing and treating children with developmental disorders, such as autism.

Puzzles, games and drawing activities are among the playful, yet meaningful, tools Singleton uses to evaluate children with suspected autism. He completed a three-year fellowship in neurodevelopmental pediatrics and devotes hours to evaluating each child—looking for specific behavioral features associated with the disorder. Singleton also engages the parents, who he says often have insights that can be helpful in providing a clinical diagnosis. When children are diagnosed with developmental disorders, he coordinates their care with other providers, partnering with Kaiser Permanente’s behavioral health team and arranging support services such as physical, speech and occupational therapy.

Singleton believes keeping his patients healthy is a team effort. He encourages parents to become health advocates for their children, ensuring they follow through on recommendations and maintain an open line of communication. My Health Manager, a feature of Kaiser Permanente’s electronic medical record, enables Singleton to stay connected with parents. Through the online program, parents can securely e-mail him questions, often avoiding unnecessary appointments, as well as schedule appointments, order prescription refills, review their child’s medical history and print shot records.

Singleton is one of more than 450 board-

Herbert Singleton, M.D. PEDIATRICIAN

certified physicians who care exclusively for Kaiser Permanente of Georgia’s 260,000 members.

The health care organization, which brings care and coverage together, has one of the largest

multi-specialty medical groups in the state and operates 30 medical offices across metro Atlanta and in Athens. To learn more about Herbert Singleton, M.D. and Kaiser Permanente, visit kp.org.

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Q& A

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Dr. Elizabeth Kobe

of Montreal

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OB/GYN

t’s very easy to hear only part of the whole story when listening to television talk shows or reading short health articles these days. Elizabeth Kobe, D.O., a physician specializing in obstetrics and gynecology with DeKalb Medical Physicians Group Montreal OB/GYN in Tucker, Ga., answers a few of the most frequently asked questions that are not always fully answered in popular media outlets: Q. I’ve been on birth control pills for a number of years. How long should I wait after stopping birth control to try to get pregnant?

Dr. Elizabeth Kobe OB/GYN

A. I usually recommend that people wait until they have had 2 menses (periods) after stopping birth control pills before trying to conceive. Oral contraceptives and other forms of birth control thin the uterine lining. This time allows the uterine lining to become a healthy (“thicker”) environment for the developing embryo to implant. During the 2 months coming off oral contraceptives it is advised to keep track of periods on a calendar, eat healthy, exercise, avoid alcohol and begin taking prenatal vitamins.

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Q. Now that the United States Preventive Services Task Force and the American Cancer Society do not recommend pap smears every year for all women, how often should I see my gynecologist?

A. Screening for cervical cancer with a pap smear is a small part of the gynecology wellness exam.

Women should continue to see their doctor every year because the physical also includes checks for fibroids or ovarian cysts, breast exams and a review of medical history to see what other screening tests should be ordered, such as mammograms or bone density exams. It’s also important to let the doctor decide if a pap smear is needed because the guidelines can be confusing and are related to an individual’s personal medical history, previous pap smear results and age.

Q: Are prenatal vitamins important? If so, when should I take them?

Prenatal vitamins are very important not only for the growing baby, but also for the mother. If you are unable to get enough of the most important vitamins through your diet, you should take a prenatal supplement that has folic acid, Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin D, iron and calcium.

If you decide a supplement is best for you, consider starting to take it at least one month before you plan to conceive and then continue through pregnancy and into breastfeeding.

Folic acid is a B vitamin which, when taken the month before and throughout pregnancy, can help prevent most major birth defects of the baby’s brain and spinal cord. Women need to get 400 micrograms of folic acid per

day. It can come from natural foods that are high in folate such as lentils, spinach, black beans, peanuts, orange juice and broccoli or supplements or a combination of both.

Omega3 -fatty acids are also important for women if they are pregnant or breastfeeding. It supports the baby’s brain and eye development. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding need 200 mg of DHA per day. It is found in fish (including salmon, herring, sardines, and fresh water trout, and tuna), nuts and oils like soybean, canola and olive oil. You can eat up to 12 ounces of these fish/ week; they don’t contain a significant amount of mercury.

There are also DHA supplements that can be taken if women don’t get these foods in their diet.

Pregnant women need extra iron to help their body make more blood to supply oxygen to the developing baby. They need 27 mg of iron per day. Iron is found in red meat, green leafy vegetables and fortified cereals, and most prenatal vitamins.

Calcium and vitamin D are needed to build healthy bones and teeth in the baby. Women over age 19 need at least 1000 mg of calcium per day. Milk and dairy are the best sources of calcium and vitamin D. Women can also take a supplement if they don’t have a diet high in calcium.

Q. What foods or drinks should I avoid during pregnancy?

Some seafood needs to be avoided due to high mercury content which can cause birth defects. This can be confusing because patients should get DHA/omega 3 fatty acids which are found in fish. The best fish to

eat is shrimp, salmon, catfish and pollock. White tuna (albacore) should be limited to 6 ounces a week. It is best to avoid shark, swordfish and other larger fish.

Due to the risk of food borne bacteria it is recommended to not eat raw or undercooked seafood, eggs or meat… no sushi! It is recommended to avoid unpasteurized milk, hot dogs and cold cuts (lunch meat) unless they are heated thoroughly before serving to prevent listeriosis, a food borne illness caused by bacteria.

Pregnant women should not drink alcohol and should limit caffeine to one serving a day. Alcohol is associated with a syndrome of birth defects called fetal alcohol syndrome, and caffeine in large amounts may lead to miscarriage.

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From page 14 health conditions that include diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, liver disease, sleep apnea and joint pain.

“Over the last three years, Children’s has trained more than 2,500 Georgia providers on how to initiate conversations about body mass measurement, nutrition and physical activity

behaviors with patients and families. Now we are targeting the earliest form of prevention, which research shows occurs during pregnancy,” said Trisha Hardy, director, child wellness, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

“Thanks to the funding from WellCare, we will now be able to extend our reach to include women’s health providers and give them the tools to better

counsel pregnant women and ultimately empower moms-to-be to adopt healthy habits.”

“When you invest in and empower moms, you impact the health and quality of life of the entire family,” said Roman Kulich, WellCare’s region president, Georgia and South Carolina. “We are committed to supporting organizations like Children’s that address complex health issues with proven methods that can help to improve lives and reduce the long-term costs of health care.”

For more information, visit Strong4Life.com, a website created by Children’s doctors, nutritionists and wellness experts for busy parents to get tips on fun, easy ways to help kids eat, move and live healthier.

As of June 30, 2014, WellCare serves approximately 617,000 Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids® plan members, 29,000 Medicare Advantage plan members and 53,000 Medicare Prescription Drug Plan members in Georgia.

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Doing A Good Deed

Dr. Betty Dillon helps to restore college student’s smile after armed robbery attack

By Valerie J. Morgan

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hen Dr. Betty Dillon of Gentle Family Dentistry, PC heard news reports that a 22-yearold aspiring fashion model and college student in Atlanta had lost two front teeth during an armed robbery attack, she knew she had to do something to help.

Because of the brutal attack that left her toothless, the student said she had to cancel several modeling jobs she had lined up.

Dillon, who has offices in Stone Mountain and Norcross, reached out to Zaynah Mason and offered her free dental services to restore her beautiful smile.

“I just wanted to do something to help. She lost two teeth and she suffered a lot of trauma to her mouth. She’s going to need surgery, a temporary bridge and two implants,” said Dillon, who

‘That’s when he hit me and I saw my two teeth fly from my mouth.’

– Zaynah Mason estimated the cost at $10,000 to $15,000 if Mason had to pay out of pocket.

Dillon and her brother, Dr. Tracy Dillon, an oral surgeon, have promised to do the work for free.

Mason said she was walking home when she was attacked in broad daylight on Sept. 23 near the Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta. A woman walked up to her and

pepper sprayed her in the eyes and a man pointed a gun at her.

Mason struggled with the man, trying to get the gun.

“That’s when he hit me and I saw my two teeth fly from my mouth,” Mason told Dillon as an 11Aive television (WXIA) news crew filmed Mason undergoing treatment in Dillon’s Norcross office.

Mason said the attackers got away with her two cellphones, credit cards, about $10 in cash and some “nice lipsticks.”

Dillon said although Mason is now on the road to recovery, she faces about six months of treatment. Mason not only lost two teeth, but had two teeth damaged during the attack.

Dillon said one of the damaged teeth was loose and the fourth likely would need a root canal.

Dillon often gives back through her practice. Every year, she hosts a health fair and provides free dental cleanings, dental extractions and screenings. In fact, she and her brother held this year’s fair on Sept. 20 in conjunction with the Georgia Dental Society at her office at 900 N. Hairston Road in Stone Mountain.

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Important tips to protect kids in fall sports Back-to-school sports season linked to ankle injuries.

If your children are playing sports this fall, you should pay attention to six tips that could protect them from serious ankle injuries.

Every fall, foot and ankle surgeon Jocelyn K. Curry, DPM, FACFAS notices an increase in ankle injuries among young athletes she sees in her Lithonia and Midtown Atlanta offices.

Football, soccer and basketball are the sports most likely to lead to sprains, broken bones and other problems, she says.

Dr. Curry’s top recommendation is for parents to get ankle injuries treated right away.

“What seems like a sprain is not always a sprain. In addition to cartilage injuries, your son or daughter might have injured other bones in the foot without knowing it. Have a qualified doctor examine the injury,” says Dr. Curry. “The sooner rehabilitation starts, the sooner we can prevent long-term problems such as instability or arthritis, and the sooner your child can get back into competition.”

Dr. Curry says parent should also follow these additional tips from the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons’ Web site, FootHealthFacts.org: • Have old sprain checked by a doctor before the season starts. A medical check-up can reveal whether your child’s previously injured ankle might

be vulnerable to sprains, and could possibly benefit from wearing a supportive ankle brace during competition.

• Children should start the season with new shoes. Old shoes can wear down like a car tire and become uneven on the bottom, causing the ankle to tilt because the foot can’t lie flat.

• Check playing fields for dips, divots and holes. Most sports-related ankle sprains are caused by jumping and running on uneven surfaces.

That’s why some surgeons recommend parent walk the field, especially when children compete in non-professional settings like public parks, to check for spots that could catch a player’s foot and throw them to the ground.

Alert coaching officials to any irregularities.

• Encourage stretching and warm-up exercises. Calf stretches and light jogging before competition helps warm up ligaments and blood vessels, reducing the risk for ankle injuries.

For more information on treating ankle sprains, visit the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons’ patient information Web site: FootHealthFacts.org Dr. Curry can be contacted at 770-981-9011

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Stephenson High School Jaguars put yoga into fitness arsenal

Jasmine Bradfield leads Stephenson Varsity Football team in yoga poses to improve flexibility.

By Mackenzie N. Morgan

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t’s football season and for Stephenson High School’s varsity team, vigorous workouts and practice are a top priority.

What some may not know is the Stone Mountain team entered the 2014 season with something new in its fitness arsenal—thanks to yoga instructor Jasmine Bradfield.

This summer, Bradfield took the 5A Jaguars through various yoga exercises to help them become more flexible on the field.

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Yoga instructor Jasmine Bradfield (left) and Coach Michael Harper strike a “pose.”

Photos by Mackenzie N. Morgan

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Bradfield uses inspirational quotes throughout the practice to encourage the players.

From page 22 teach-us look.’ But by the end of the class, they were clapping. I could hear them saying amongst themselves, ‘I like this’ and ‘I hope she comes back.’ So I think it worked for them,” said Bradfield.

Bradfield says she has felt a sense of pride from her work at her high school alma mater. She was invited to teach the football team yoga at the request of Coach Michael Harper, a fellow alum. Harper reached out to Bradfield after seeing her yoga selfies and inspirational quotes on social media.

“I put Jasmine on the team because I remembered her enthusiasm for football when I was a player here at Stephenson,” said Harper, who started coaching at Stephenson in Spring 2013. “She is a diehard Stephenson football fan and she has a high football IQ.” Bradfield, 24, began practicing yoga in 2007, just after graduating from Stephenson.

She said she yoga helped her to focus, attain spiritual solace, relax and exercise. She enjoyed yoga so much that she decided to become a yoga instructor.

“I was never athletic prior to studying yoga. I took yearbook and four years of gym,” said

Bradfield reminds the athletes to breathe through deep stretching exercises.

Bradfield. “I liked stretching and eventually, was asked by my gym instructor to lead my peers in stretching before gym class began. I did this so I wouldn’t have to dress out and to avoid taking electives.”

These days, yoga is Bradfield’s passion and understandably so. Yoga, which has been around for more than 5,000 years, has become increasingly popular in today’s health and fitness scene. Based on published articles and news reports, several professional football teams including the Miami Dolphins, Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants, have turned to yoga for its physical benefits, such as

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improved flexibility.

Many practitioners tout yoga’s benefits of not only improved flexibility, but stress relief and overall wellbeing, according to the American Yoga Association.

Yoga literally means “to join or yoke together” which is in keeping with the combination of mind, body and spirit of the practice.

Harper believes that the yoga practice will pay off for the 5A Jaguars who had a 9-3 record, losing in the early rounds of playoffs last year.

Stephenson had the second best record in the county behind Tucker High School, which had a 14-1 record.

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Dr. Betty Dillon Dr. Betty Dillon is a native of Magnolia, Mississippi, and she received a B.S. in Chemistry in 1986 from Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA. In 1995, Dr. Dillon received a Doctorate of Dental Surgery, (DDS), from Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN. In that same year, Dr. Dillon became a board certified practicing dentist. In the two years that followed, she developed and perfected her skills in dentistry while serving as an associate dentist with several of her colleagues in the Atlanta area. In 1997, Dr. Dillon set out to start her own practice and opened Gentle Family Dentistry P.C., in Stone Mountain, Georgia. As a result of the success with Gentle Family Dentistry P.C., Dr. Dillon felt the need to give back to the community by hosting “Dentistry from the Heart” which has further led to Dentistry/“Healing from the Heart” whereby Physicians and Dentists join together to deliver free healthcare to the Community.

Dr. Dillon is board certified (SRTA), and a member in good standing with the following organizations: • National Dental Association (NDA ) • Georgia Dental Society (GDS) (President 2014) • North Georgia Dental Society (held office of secretary) • The Georgia Dental Association (GDA) • The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) • The American Dental Association (ADA) Dr. Dillon is pursuing fellowship with the Academy of General Dentistry and currently a Fellow of the American Orthodontic Society.

Dr. Dillon owns and operates a 3500 sq foot dental office which encompasses separate pediatric and adult dental units.

Dr. Dillon attends the Changing A Generation Full-gospel Church in Decatur Georgia where she is a minister in Trainng under the leadership of Bishop Paul S. Morton.

Dr. Dillon has also endeavored in missionary work with Greenforest Community Baptist Church, in 1997, 1998 and 1999, in which she provided dental service to the people in Haiti and Jamaica.

Dr. Dillon is the proud owner of the building that houses her practice and the adjacent building at 900 N. Hairston Rd. She desires to create a medical complex that would house other medical professionals offering even more services in the Stone Mountain area.

In addition to previously mentioned credits, Dr. Dillon is the mother of a 27-year-old son and a 9 year old daughter.

She was named “Thursday Morning Mom” from the Tom Joyner Morning Show in May of 1999.

With a personal approach to dentistry and a genuine concern for patients and the community in general, Dr. Dillon is determined to take a proactive approach in becoming involved with the health and well being of the community. When asked what is her secret to her success? She responds: “My faith in God, through whom all things are possible for those that love him; and my children are my motivation to do well.”

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Deadly Ebola virus

By Valerie J. Morgan and Joshua Smith

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has U.S. on high alert

he U.S. remains on high alert as health officials track the Ebola virus, an epidemic in West Africa that authorities are trying to prevent from spreading to other contents. The deadly disease recently surfaced as the first case diagnosed in the U.S. Health authorities confirmed the diagnosis after a Texas man became ill and was admitted to a Dallas hospital on Sept. 28. Authorities with the Centers for Disease Control(CDC) said Thomas Eric Duncan tested positive for the Ebola virus after blood Director of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Dr. Tom Frieden speaks during a news specimens were sent to state and conference. federal labs for testing.

News agencies around the Symptoms of Ebola country have reported Duncan left Liberia on Sept. 19. He flew two United Airlines planes on Sept. 20— from Brussels to Dulles International near Washington, D.C. and then another plane to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport Texas, his destination. Duncan was visiting family in Texas when he became ill and went to the emergency room on Sept. 25. Officials initially mistook his illness for something else and sent him home with antibiotics. Duncan CDC photo shows an Ebola virus. told hospital workers that he had Symptoms may appear anywhere from two to 21 days after exposure been in West Africa but denied having to Ebola, but the average is eight to 10 days. Recovery from Ebola been around anyone sick, according to news reports. Duncan was redepends on good supportive clinical care and the patient’s immune admitted to the hospital in Dallas on response. People who recover from Ebola develop antibodies that last Sept. 28 with worsening symptoms for at least 10 years. The virus was first contracted in Zaire in 1976 and quarantined. with 318 human cases.Ebola has killed more than 3,000 people in Meanwhile, the U.S. continues West Africa this year. to monitor Ebola-stricken Americans who have been sent home for Here are the symptoms to watch for: medical help. At least five Americans • Fever (greater than • Weakness • Unexplained who contracted Ebola while providing 38.6°C or 101.5°F) • Diarrhea hemorrhage • Severe headache • Vomiting (bleeding or aid or working in West African crisis • Muscle pain • Abdominal bruising) zones have been sent to the U.S. for (stomach) pain treatment.

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For more information, visit: http://www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/symptoms.

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From page 26 In the wake of the crisis, many airports abroad have restricted or banned travel from Liberia, Sierra Leon and Guinea, while others are screening travelers arriving from those countries for high temperatures.

The U.S., however, has not altered its travel warnings. Authorities are warning against non-essential travel to West Africa and U.S. airports are denying boarding to passengers who exhibit high fevers and symptoms of serious illnesses. According to the CDC, a U.S. Department of Transportation rule permits airlines to deny boarding to air travelers with serious contagious diseases that could spread during flight.

Dr. Thomas Frieden, director of the CDC, said Duncan’s travel to the U.S. did not pose a threat because he had no symptoms at the time. People infected with Ebola are not contagious until they begin showing symptoms, which may take from two to 21 days after exposure, Frieden said.

But authorities are concerned that Duncan may have come into contact with dozens of people after he arrived and began exhibiting signs of illness a few days later.

Duncan had mixed freely for two full days while showing symptoms of the virus, the Associated Press reported.

Officials are monitoring several people who had close contact with Duncan, including five of Duncan’s family members. Four health care workers who had direct exposure to him after he began showing signs of illness also are being monitored.

Although Ebola is highly contagious, it is not airborne.

Officials say it can only be spread through contact with bodily fluids such as saliva, blood, semen or vomit. Ebola symptoms include sudden fever, fatigue, headache and vomiting.

Authorities are stepping up

efforts to ensure hospital workers and others who may come into contact with sick people are being careful, alert and that they ask about the person’s travel history.

“The initial symptoms of Ebola are often non-specific ... they are symptoms that may be associated with many other conditions,” Frieden said during a news conference. “That’s why we have encouraged all emergency department physicians to take a history of travel within the last 21 days.”

Meanwhile, officials in the metro Atlanta area are putting

the word out that a man arrested for DUI and other traffic charges was not infected with Ebola. The man tested negative for Ebola on Oct. 3, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health and the Cobb County Jail. He was tested because he displayed flulike symptoms and told officers he recently visited Africa. He was placed in isolation at WellStar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta and tested by the CDC. Jail areas where the man was in contact with were sanitized twice, according to Cobb County Sheriff Neil Warren.

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Nidus Development Bringing Wellness Campus to Medically Underserved Northern Henry County

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orthern Henry County is on track for a transformation that will bring jobs, opportunities and medical resources to Ellenwood, including continued progress on the Fairview Medical Center project and the Fairview Road Widening Project. These projects are designed to improve access to healthcare, stimulate commerce in the area and reduce commute times for citizens.

Northern Henry County is currently underserved by the medical community. There are no hospitals, full service urgent care centers or multi-specialty ambulatory surgery centers in

Northern Henry County forcing residents to travel south to Henry-Piedmont, north to South Fulton or east to Dekalb-Hillandale hospitals. Furthermore, the supply of physicians is not meeting the current demand of residents in the area. An analysis of Northern Henry County showed that there are 435 too few physicians to adequately service the population, with the most severe shortages in pediatrics, internal medicine, family practice and general surgery. The Fairview Medical Center will help to improve access to these services and more.

Nidus Development is moving forward with

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– Greg Daniel, MD, MBA, CEO of Nidus Development.

the development of the Fairview Medical Center and the Shoppes at Fairview, with a planned 80,000 square feet of combined medical space and another 80,000 square feet of combined retail space. The development will feature a park-like setting with splash fountains, green spaces, and walking trails. The centerpiece of the project, a regional medical campus, will be a destination for patients and their families. Plans include an ambulatory surgery center, two medical office buildings and an urgent care center. The outpatient medical components, combined with complementary retail options, create a unique

environment where everything is centered around an all-encompassing, high-quality patient experience.

“We are very excited about the Fairview project and about the progress we are making,” Greg Daniel, MD, MBA, CEO of Nidus Development.

“Our project, in conjunction with the Fairview road widening project, will lead to a thriving new commercial district that will be a catalyst for economic development in Henry County.”

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The War Against Breast Cancer:

Think Pink

By Valerie J. Morgan

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ctober kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month and an array of organizations and businesses around the country, including Delta Air Lines, are going pink to raise awareness and honor breast cancer survivors.

Delta Airlines has a 10-year track record of raising money for research, selling Minute Maid ÂŽPink Lemonade and other pink items to its travelers.

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The Delta "The Breast Cancer Awareness Plane." A Boeing painted in a dazzling pink scheme.

From page 34 million to fund 31 research projects for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Every year, Delta flies its iconic Pink Plane to kick off its efforts. This year, Delta once again flew from Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to New York for its “Breast Cancer One” charter flight. The flight took off on Sept. 30 with 145 women aboard the Delta Boeing 767. All of the women were Delta employees who came from across the country to support the fight against breast cancer. Many of the women were cancer free, still in treatment or newly diagnosed with the disease. All wore pink.

Delta celebrated the 10th anniversary of its pink flight with a special guest: Good Morning America anchor Amy Robach, a breast cancer survivor and ambassador to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Good Morning America televised a segment of the flight showing the excited and screaming women, who welcomed Robach.

Snapping Shoals EMC linemen “think pink” in October Snapping Shoals EMC’s linemen will be making a fashion statement during the month of October in an effort to educate its members and employees about breast cancer prevalence and early detection.

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From page 35 by 3M, which is making a $15,000 donation to breast cancer research to the American Cancer Society from the sale of the hats.

Snapping Shoals EMC is a consumerowned cooperative providing electric service to approximately 95,000 homes and businesses primarily in Newton, Rockdale, Henry and southern DeKalb counties.

Panera Bread offers Pink Ribbon Bagel® Throughout October, Panera Bread bakery cafes are offering a Pink Ribbon Bagel® in the fight against breast cancer.

Panera is donating 10 cents of each of the special bagels sold to benefit breast cancer charities.

By The Numbers: 1 in 8 American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year.

In 2014, more than 2,300 men in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer.

In 2014, 13,100 cases of breast cancer will occur in women under the age of 20.

About 40,000 women will die from the disease this year in the U.S. The five-year survival rate for women diagnosed with localized breast cancer (cancer that hasn’t spread to lymph nodes or outside the breast) is 98.5 percent. In cancer that has spread to nearby lymph nodes (regional stage) or to distant lymph nodes or organs (distant stage), the survival rate falls to 84 percent or 24 percent, respectively.

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THiNK PINK EVENTS

By Joshua Smith

Cancer Transitions at Gwinnett Medical Gwinnett Medical Center, 1000 Medical Center Boulevard, Lawrenceville will host a free workshop series for cancer survivors, Cancer Transitions.

Classes are being held on Wednesdays, Oct. 15 - Nov. 12, 3-5:30 p.m.

The workshops are designed to help cancer survivors 21 and older make the transition from active treatment to post-treatment care.

Expert panelists including oncology certified nurses and oncology social workers, and nutritionist, and fitness experts will discuss exercises tailored to each participant’s abilities.

Some workshop and workout topics include “Life Beyond Cancer,” “Medical Management: What You Need To Know,” and “From Patient to Survivor.”

For more information or to register, call 678-3123100 or visit http://www. gwinnettmedicalcenter.org.

Survivors invited to cooking demos at Piedmont Healthcare Piedmont Healthcare, 1968 Peachtree Road, N.W., Atlanta will host “Fall Soups and Salads” for survivors to learn some fall favorites for the kitchen on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 1 p.m.

The free event will address how you can eat well and enjoy the bountiful flavors this season has to offer. Metro Fresh chef Brian “Rockstar” Kraatz will

lead the cooking demonstration.

Dietitian Shayna Komar will assist Kraatz.

For more information or to register, call 404-425-7944.

Rockdale Medical to unveil Wall of Hope Rockdale Medical Center and the Kimberley Chance Atkins Foundation invites the community to honor breast cancer survivors at the annual Wall of Hope unveiling on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6 p.m.

The wall is housed in the hospital’s outpatient imaging center. Women picked for the wall are Rockdale County residents who offer inspirational stories of courage and survival.The wall is slated to feature 12 women.

Women are nominated by family, friends and neighbors.

Past honorees have included teachers, non-profit founders, outstanding mothers and other leaders in the community.

For more information, visit http://www.kimatkins.net or call 770-918-3000.

DeKalb Medical sets “The ABCs of Breast Cancer Prevention” DeKalb Medical Center at Hillandale’s Community Room will host “The ABCs of Breast

Cancer Prevention” on Thursday, Oct. 23, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

The free workshop is for people who want to learn more about breast cancer or get a refresh on the steps to detect the condition in its early stages.

Learn how you can reduce your risk of developing breast cancer from nurse navigator Ruby Guillory, who focuses on how to be a good steward of your health by making diet and lifestyle changes.

For more information and to register, call 404-501WELL or visit https://secure. dekalbmedicalcenter.org.

Susan G. Komen Atlanta and salon host day of pampering for survivors Susan G. Komen of Greater Atlanta and the hair salon Snoblife Studio, 101 Centennial Olympic Park Drive, Atlanta, will host “Same Snob, New Hair.” on Monday, Oct. 27, noon.

Breast cancer survivors are invited to enjoy a day of complimentary pampering, to restore both inner and outer beauty. Guests will have the option of services including: makeup, hair styling, manicures and facials, alongside of lunch hors d’oeuvres and live music.

Snoblife Studio will be receiving donations on behalf of Susan G. Komen of Greater Atlanta during this event. Nonsurvivors seeking services are asked to make a donation for cancer research. Donations will be accepted at the door. For more information, call 404-6983464.

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Dr. Sonya Windham-Wilder

8180 Mall Parkway, Suite 810, Lithonia, GA 30038

Family Dentistry At Stonecrest Coming Soon In April

“Creating Smiles with Caring Hands”

Ages: 1-18 Hours: • TV’s in all exam rooms Mon. 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Tues. – Thurs. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Digital X-ray • Video Game Area • Calm Caring Environment for kids

• 770-484-4994

NEW CLIENTS WELCOME

Most Insurance Plans Accepted Including: Peachcare & Medicaid CareCredit • Patient Payment Plans

www.childrensdentistryatstonecrest.com

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Pink Pooch Parade in Conyers Photos by Glenn L. Morgan

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ockdale County residents— and their pooches—dressed up in pink to show their support in the fight against breast cancer. This year marked the second annual Pink Pooch Parade, which was held on Sunday, Oct. 5, in Olde Town Conyers. Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett led off the parade, followed by a line of cars from the Nalley Hyundai car dealership in Conyers.

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Where your doctor knows your name.

Dr. Israel Cabanas Jr. Stone Mountain Primary Care

The DeKalb Medical Physicians Group is Pushing Beyond the walls of the hospital and embracing the health & wellness of our community.

Physicians Group

www.dmpg.org

Over 100 physicians in 30 locations across the eastern metro Atlanta area are providing primary family care and specialized services, all with the expertise and friendly service you’ve come to expect from DeKalb Medical.

Call 404.501.MYDR (6937) to find a doctor or to learn more.

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Committed to Quality Care Getting Results You Can Feel!

Dr. Annette Boone-Hicks has lived by this motto since establishing The Boone Clinic, P.C. in 2003. This highly spiritually motivated doctor has used her passion for Chiropractic to help many individuals and families access the benefits of chiropractic care so that they may live happier, healthier and more productive lives. She accomplishes this with high energy, creating a positive atmosphere along with her staff.

Dr. Annette Boone-Hicks believes that “infants, children and adults deserve to be healthy from the time they are born through their last breath of life.” Such strong beliefs were instilled in Dr. Boone-Hicks Dr. Annette as the youngest child of 13 siblings, born in Pickens, Mississippi. She earned a BA in Biology PreMedicine at Mississippi State University in Starkville, Mississippi and furthered her education at Life Chiropractic University in Marietta, Georgia, where she received a Doctorate of Chiropractic Degree.

Boone-Hicks

Dr. Boone-Hicks has always exemplified excellence and she will continue to extend her invitation to get sick people well. The Boone Clinic, P.C. is conveniently located off Highway 78 not far from the historic Stone Mountain Park. Dr. Boone-Hicks and her staff welcomes the community to a practice where they are “Committed to Quality Care; Getting the Results You Can Feel.”

Call today for your free consultation!

The Boone Clinic, P.C.

5370 Highway 78, Suite 730 • Stone Mountain, GA 30087

770-498-7879

www.the bo o n e c l i n i c .c o m

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A MAMMOGRAM HELPED SAVE LONNY’S LIFE.

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KAISER PERMANENTE HAS THE HIGHEST BREAST CANCER SCREENING RATE IN GEORGIA.* During a 2009 mammogram, a lab technician found a small calcification of cells. After a biopsy, Lonny Catalan discovered she had breast cancer. Her first thought was of her son, Tylon. Her second was, ”I will not let this beat me.”

Fortunately, Lonny’s cancer was diagnosed at an early, treatable stage.

One of the benefits of our unique system is how we use advanced technology to empower care teams to identify members overdue for important screenings. The result can be quicker diagnosis, and for Lonny, it meant fast access to a focused team of doctors and nurses who successfully brought her through surgery, treatment, and follow-up care.

Why does Kaiser Permanente Georgia have the highest mammogram screening rate in the state?* For women like Lonny.

And sons like Tylon.

Learn more about our cancer care at kp.org/cancercare

Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Georgia, Inc., Nine Piedmont Center, 3495 Piedmont Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 (404) 364-7000 *2013 ratings from the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) for commercial plans published by the National Committee for Quality Assurance. HEDIS is a tool used by more than 90 percent of America’s health plans to measure performance on important dimensions of care and service.

HEDIS is a registered trademark of the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). For more information, visit ncqa.org

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