October, 2011 Health Line

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Ask the Expert:

Heart Surgery

What do I need to know about valve problems?

When the heart beats, its valves act like one-way doors. This keeps blood moving forward to the body.

Stenosis occurs when a valve doesn’t open all the way. The heart muscle has to work harder and not enough blood gets sent out to the body.

This can lead to heart failure.

Symptoms include:

tightly enough. Some blood may leak through the valve back into the heart chamber.

Problem valves can be treated. Surgeons prefer to repair the valve when possible or they can replace it.

Where

Experts Work Best.

Maurice Lyons, D.O. Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon Greeley, Loveland Appointments – (970) 378-4593

McKee Medical Center & North Colorado Medical Center www.BannerHealth.com/CVI

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contents Flocks for Breast Cancer Women’s Resource Center raises money with flocks of plastic pink flamingos

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Vitamins and Minerals What you really need, and why

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365 Sweethearts

Losing It

For advertising information, contact:

Loveland 365 sets out to generate money for breast cancer

How to lose that baby weight

Linda Story, advertising director: 970-635-3614

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Get Dirty Summer competes in the Dirty Girl Run

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Health Line of Northern Colorado is a monthly publication produced by the Loveland Daily ReporterHerald. The information provided in this publication is intended for personal, noncommercial, informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement with respect to any company, product, procedure or activity. You should seek the advice of a professional regarding your particular situation.

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For editorial information, contact:

also inside Uncommon Sense with Dr. Firestein ....... pg. 6 Jess No Less............................................ pg. 7 No excuses: Get off the couch ..............pg. 20 Health in a Handbasket .........................pg. 24 Loveland health briefs ...........................pg. 25 Loveland health calendar ......................pg. 26

Dance your way to health

Jade Cody, special sections associate editor: 970-635-3656 jcody@reporter-herald.com Summer Stair, specialty publications editor: 720-494-5429 sstair@times-call.com

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flocked Women’s Resource Center raises money for breast cancer Jade Cody Reporter-Herald

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peculiar flock of pink flamingos is being spotted around Larimer County this month. The flamingos are part of a breast cancer awareness effort orchestrated by the Women’s Recourse Center in Fort Collins.

The program, called The Flamingo Flocking Fundraiser, allows people in all of Larimer County to “flock” others by ordering flocks of pink flamingos to be placed in the yards of residents and businesses. It costs $30 for one flock of flamingos and $60 for two on the same day.

The money raised goes to the WRC, a non profit that provides health services to Larimer County women.

“This is our second year with the program,” said Stefanie Berganini, volunteer events coordinator for WRC.

RH photo/Jade Cody

The Reporter-Herald was “flocked” on October 11. The flocking is a fundraiser for the Women’s Resource Center in Fort Collins.

“We wanted to do something fun and visable to raise awareness for breast cancer,” she said.

Last year WRC raised about $2,000, which went to programs and services of the Women’s Resource Center.

Flocks can be sent to addresses in Loveland, Fort Collins, Wellington and

Windsor throughout October.

Volunteers deliver the flocks, and advance notice is appreciated for exact-date deliveries.

For more information on the Flamingo Flocking Fundraiser, contact Berganini at sberganini@womens-resource.org or 970-407-7039.

19th Annual F Komen Denver Race for the Cure

ifty thousand walkers and runners took to the streets of Denver on Oct. 2 to honor, remember and celebrate those in their lives who are fighting or have fought breast cancer. This army of pink raised nearly $3 million for the care and treatment of themselves, their family and their friends suffering from this deadly disease.

Among these 50,000 walkers and runners, were approximately 3,000 breast cancer survivors. In addition, 502 teams of 10 persons or more participated in this year’s Race for the Cure event.

The Denver Metropolitan Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure has one of the largest Komen Race for the Cure events in the country, and the funds that are raised are invested in Colorado.

Race raises $3 million for breast cancer

— Source: Susan G. Komen for the Cure

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365 Sweethear ts

Loveland 365 sets out to honor 365 Loveland ladies, with proceeds going to breast cancer awareness Jade Cody Reporter-Herald

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oveland 365, led by resident and businessman John Giroux, is getting set to begin work on its second book about Loveland. This one, to be called “365 Sweethearts of Loveland,” will feature 365 Loveland ladies who have made significant contributions to the community.

Brooke Hupp, a breast cancer survivor and Loveland resident, is on the L365 team, and said “all the money from the sales is actually going to breast cancer programs here in Loveland.”

Hupp was diagnosed with breast cancer in February of 2009.

“I was 37 at the time with a husband and two kids,” she said. “I fought it pretty progressively, and I’m a survivor today.”

Hupp avoided chemotherapy because she caught the cancer early by finding it herself.

That’s part of the reason Hupp got onboard with the project, saying the book represented a cause dear to her heart.

L365 is in the beginning stages of production, according to Giroux.

“Loveland, being the sweetheart city, it just seemed like a natural fit for it to be about sweethearts,” he said Nominations are currently being taken, and the criteria are as follows: • She contributes to the Loveland community with either time, talents or treasure.

• Be a woman who is a resident of Loveland as of September 9, 2011.

• Be a woman who lived in Loveland between January 1, 2011 and September 9, 2011 but has since passed away.

Nominations will be accepted until 365 qualified nominations have been Photo courtesy Brooke Hupp received. To nominate Brooke Hupp is working on the Loveland 365 team in someone, visit production of the book “365 Sweethearts of Loveland.” www.loveland365.com.

“Loveland 365 — People, places and things to love about Loveland, Colorado,” L365’s first book, was a 365-day project that began January 1, 2010 and ended on December 31, 2010.

It captured 365 Loveland people, events, architecture and more — all about Loveland.

It is available for order at www.loveland365.com.

— Brooke Hupp As with “365 Sweethearts of Loveland,” all profits go back into the community.

Giroux said reaction from the communi- interest and support from the community is ty regarding the Sweethearts book has been bolstered by this being October — national breast cancer awareness month. great thus far.

“It’s been very well received,” he said.

Giroux said L365 hopes to release the “It’s just a nice feel-good idea.” book in October of next year, though it will pend on the nomination and production At the time of publishing, 50 women had been nominated. The group is hoping process.

“I was 37 at the time with a husband and two kids.

I fought it pretty progressively, and

I’m a survivor today.”

“Loveland 365 - People, Places & Things That Make Us America's Sweetheart City” is available for $49.95 at www.loveland 365.com/Pages/PreOrder.php. The linen hard cover coffee table book (in a well made Smythe binding with a high gloss dust cover) highlights 365 people, places or things, one for every day of the year, that make Loveland, America’s Sweetheart City.

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Uncommon Sense

Holding

Strong Family struggles to support mom with breast cancer Dr. Beth Firestein Licensed Psychologist

This is a time for

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healing old wounds and rallying in support

uestion: Dear Dr. Beth, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer a few months ago. It was devastating to our entire family.

Mom has always been the family “rock,” and now she needs us. What are some tips in supporting her? What if we can’t be as strong as we need to be? nswer: I am so sorry to hear about your mother’s diagnosis of breast cancer. As you well know, this disease afflicts many women and can occur at any age or stage of life. First, it is important to know that a diagnosis of breast cancer (or cancer of any kind) is not an automatic death sentence.

Advances in scientific knowledge, medical treatment and psychological support are occurring continuously and can make a real difference in the progression of the disease and its outcome. Still, it is important to realize that some people will become very ill and die of the cancer no matter how aggressive the treatment, how positive their attitude or how large their support system.

I say this because in this age of believing that we can cure anything and that “if we just change our attitude we can beat every illness,” it is easy to lay blame on the person with the disease or on the medical professionals for failing to stop the devastation of the disease. It is both important and possible to be realistic about all of the potential outcomes yet remain in the present and hopeful about your loved one’s chances for survival and recovery. Much of this depends, of course, on the stage at which the cancer is detected and their responsiveness to available treatments.

There are several ways that you and your family can support your mother. One is to keep treating her as a person, not just as a patient or a victim of the disease. It also helps to continue participating in all normal life activities and maintain family routines

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of your ill family member. for as long as she is feeling well. Listen to others to do the same. This is a time for her concerns and feelings and also to her healing old wounds and rallying in support hopes and ideas for her own treatment. of your ill family member.

Take her wants and needs seriously, and It is also important to recognize that arrange to meet those that can be met. there are areas of assistance that you may Don’t discourage your mother from be able to handle better than other areas. thinking about possible futures, but if the Distribute the load, and let other family prognosis looks very critical, it will be immembers and friends provide assistance in portant to gently encourage her to comvarious areas of need. They may be better plete steps that will lead her to healing clo- or more at ease with certain areas of assissure in her important relationships and the tance that are not as easy for you. Hospice “business” associated with the end of life. is also an excellent resource to access This includes creating wills, living wills, a should things come to the point where medical power-of-attorney, burial or creyour mother is ready to discontinue treatmation arrangements and other matters. ment and allowing herself to accept the Consult with your local cancer treatment reality of her death without extraordinary center, hospital or breast cancer support heroic medical efforts. group for a comprehensive listing of the Finally, don’t forget your own health and issues that should be addressed. well-being in the process of being there for Regarding your own personal feelings your mother. We are fortunate to live in an and responses to your mother’s diagnosis, area where there are a number of support there are several things you can do. Natuagencies and resources for family members rally, you and other family members will who are going through this experience want to support and liswith their loved one. ten to one another to the extent you can and to the extent that you have reasonably supportive relationDr. Beth Firestein is a licensed psychologist. ships within the family. Try to look She has 24 years of therapy experience and past grudges behas practiced in Loveland for over 14 years. tween yourself and She may be reached by calling her office at your parents, siblings 970-635-9116, via e-mail at or other members of firewom@webaccess.net, or by visiting your extended famiwww.bethfirestein.com. ly and encourage

Uncommon Sense with Beth Firestein

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Jess No Less

Boulder Adventure

We arrived, exhausted, and Dad asked me if I still wanted to journey across America.

By Jessica Benes • Reporter-Herald

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hen I was in middle school, I told Dad that I thought we should bike across America. It sounded rugged and adventurous. We could bike and camp and it would be great.

My dad suggested we start small, so we

biked 30 miles to Longmont and camped at a site off Interstate-25.

We arrived, exhausted, and Dad asked me if I still wanted to journey across America. I put that plan on hold.

In September, I decided I wanted to do another biking adventure with my family, because I like to find fun ways to get exercise.

I put that plan on hold.

Again, we went small because, while my mother has an electrically-assisted machine to give her an extra boost on the road, it’s not enough to get her across the continent.

So we went to Boulder.

My sister and I planned the route out in Google Maps, and she wrote down all the lefts and rights on sticky-notes to reference.

Google estimated it should takes us 31/2 hours.

My sister, brother-in-law and I started from Loveland. We rode 90 minutes with the sun hot on our heads and the wind breezing by our face before my brother-inlaw said, “no, no, no,” stopped, got off his

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recumbent bike and chucked his helmet across a gully.

His tire had gone flat, fast. We had injected goo into all of our tires that was supposed to seal up any minor punctures. We thought we were set.

Who needed extra patch kits and tubes?

Three professional-looking riders in matching biking gear stopped to give us a hand. They expertly removed the tube and tried to patch the hole with one of their patch kits — but the patch wouldn’t hold.

Ben bought a replacement tube in Longmont and the trip continued.

We rode up and down hills, around a lake and down a gravel bike path.

By the time we got to the outskirts of Boulder, it was black outside. My mom and dad had joined us and Dad shouted every few yards, “Boulder Adventure!” And Mom liked to make loud exclamatory noises every time she hit a bump until I finally turned and said, “Unless you’re injured or have fallen, stop making sounds!”

“But I can’t see anything!” she

said.

We arrived at our hotel six hours after our adventure started. We celebrated with a very large meal. It wasn’t healthy, but you have to treat yourself once in awhile after bicycling to Boulder, right?

The next day we ate at the Kitchen [Next Door] on Pearl Street (not to be confused with The Kitchen or The Kitchen [Upstairs]). The food is all locally-grown and produced, and proceeds from children’s meals on certain days is donated to area schools to grow gardens.

We also bought patches, spare tubes and pumps, because what dummy doesn’t prepare for the worst-case scenario (not us!)?

Jessica Benes is a newsroom assistant and writer for the Loveland Reporter-Herald. This column is meant to encourage people struggling with healthy eating and weight loss by offering advice from experts and sharing her own progress. Contact Benes at jbenes@reporter-herald.com.

Jess No Less

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Getting Dirty for a

Good Cause

Above: This is the cargo fence I climbed over, it was the second to last obstacle before the finish line. The field in the background was what we ran through to get there. Below: We finished and were still smiling.

5K race benefits breast cancer research, education, awareness Summer Stair Reporter-Herald

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here’s something about running that completes me. I know it sounds weird, but not only does consistent running help keep my weight in check, it eliminates stress, keeps me somewhat physically fit, gives me time to myself (even if only 30 minutes) and, best of all, makes me a happier person.

Running hasn’t always been a hobby of mine, but is something I turned to when I decided it was time to finally get in shape (which had nothing to do with my encroaching 30th birthday, I don’t care what people think) Eventually running around the block or on the treadmill wasn’t enough, and I turned to running road/trail races to fulfill my competitive nature. So when I was approached by a friend to run the Dirty Girl

After the run participants could recycle their muddy shoes. I recycled mine — it was time for a new pair.

Race in Callhan, Colo. I jumped at the chance. Not only was it a race I could do with friends, I was going to get dirty running through muddy water and obstacles, and a portion of all proceeds went to support breast cancer research, awareness and education.

So what goes into running a Dirty Girl Race? Well here’s what the site has to say: “Dirty Girl is unlike anything you’ve ever done. This female-only, 5K mud run is designed for women of all fitness levels.

The 11 military-inspired obstacles are fun and unique but with just enough hell to keep your palms a bit sweaty. And the entire event is designed to be organic and eco-friendly. In fact, many of the obstacles will be recycled back into the earth. Think you’re a Dirty Girl? Well, here’s your chance to prove it.”

And that’s exactly what I did. I took my last Saturday of September and headed to

Callhan to run the 5k mud run with five other women — and proved I could do it.

The event, hosted in the middle of a giant field, was swarming with women — and a lot of pink. The run itself was a blast.

From stacked hay bales, muddy water and hills, hanging tires, tall fences, tunnel tubes and cargo nets, we ran, crawled and climbed our way to the finish line.

But what should you take from this?

One, that whether it is running or something else, having a regular exercise routine is not only about being healthy, but about doing something for yourself. And, second, if you can combine something you love to do with fun and in support of a good cause it just feels good. So get out, have some fun and join me next year at the Dirty Girl Race.

The website claims it will be somewhere on the Front Range on Sept. 22, 2012. See you there!

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RH photos/Jade Cody

Debra Endres, center, leads a group of dancers at Phaze Nightclub on October 6.

Dance ’till you

feel better Benefits of dance as exercise go beyond physical health Emma Castleberry Reporter-Herald

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ncorporating dance into your exercise regime might do more than improve your physical health, according to Debra Endres, owner of Okay Dance in Loveland.

“Dancing is great exercise in itself, but it makes you feel good for other reasons,” Endres said. “It’s not about moving from pattern to pattern. It’s about engaging in your partner. The bottom line is that makes you feel good.”

Several dance classes are offered in the Loveland/Fort Collins area for a wide span of ages. In addition to private lessons and parties, Endres teaches beginner classes at Genesis Health and Fitness Club in Loveland.

Endres said dance can improve your mental health, as well as your physical and

social well-being.

GENESIS HEALTH AND FITNESS CLUB “Dance is a great outlet,” she said. “It •Night Club Two Step, Mondays 7:45 p.m. gets you motivated and focused.”

•Cha Cha, Thursdays 7:45 p.m.

Endres also noted that while the motiwww.okaydance.com vation for starting dance may be social, it STUDIO WEST DANCE CENTER improves many physical skills, as well.

•Break Dance, Wednesdays 8:30 p.m.

“It usually starts with wanting to get •Adult Tap, Tuesdays 8:15 p.m. out, meet people, have fun,” she said. www.swdcfc.com “Dancing in itself builds your stamina, and the quick dances, such as swing and salsa, require a lot of hand eye coordination. Body dynamics are really involved, so swing, tango and foxtrot.

Regardless of the type of dance you you have to have a lot of control.” choose to do, dance can be a fun alternaJennifer Knostman, owner and creative tive to the standard running, walking or director of Studio West Dance Center in jogging for exercise, said Tammy Jenkins, a Loveland, said new dancers will see major certified nutritionist, registered nurse, and changes in their muscle structure and naturopathic doctor at the Natural Health whole-body health improvement.

Center of the Rockies in Fort Collins.

“Instead of building bulk, they’ll see an “For people that can’t get out there and elongation of their muscle structure as well as increased flexibility,” she said. “It’s a very make themselves jog or run, they can be well-rounded form of exercise. It’s not high burning a lot of calories and increasing their fitness and heart rate and doing something impact, but you still get cardiovascular.” very fun and enjoyable,” she said.

Knostman hosts both child and adult classes. Her adult classes include break dancing and tap.

“I have a really strong adult program,” Knostman said. “It’s never too late to start. We will ease into it.”

Knostman’s studio is more ballet-focused, while Endres teaches more ballroom dances like the waltz,

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Childhood obesity: Avoiding the epidemic Childhood obesity is on the rise. Join Dr. Peyton Taliaferro for a free presentation about how parents can help their children avoid or reverse weight-related problems.

Space may be limited. To reserve a seat, call 970.619.6450.

7-8 p.m. Nov. 2 Medical Center of the Rockies Longs Peak Conference Room 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., Loveland

pvhs.org/clinics

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Hacking through the hype:

The truth about vitamins, minerals Kendall Schoemann Reporter-Herald

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s information increasingly seeps into American’s homes from T.V. and the Internet, people are constantly bombarded with a vitamin obsession from the media. The amount of advertising and press the $28 billion vitamin and supplement industry has had in the past year leads one to think that vitamins are essential for optimal health. However, dietitians, nutritionists and scientific journals maintain essential vitamin and supplement tablets are not needed for the average, healthy person.

According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than half of American adults are taking a supplement.

The conundrum of increasing vitamin use in people who can achieve their recommended vitamin and mineral content through a balanced diet traces back to trends in information sources.

According to The American Dietetic Association, the masses are no longer acquiring vitamin knowledge from experts as they have moved into the digital realm. Instead of getting lost in a web of conflicting and inaccurate advice, it is important to debunk vitamin myths and fads and consult expert sources for correction information on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Shirley Perryman, R.D., Extension Specialist in the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, explained why vitamins are not always necessary for healthy living.

“If the average person is healthy and eats a variety of food, including fresh and whole grain foods, they will consume enough vitamins and minerals through their nutrition,” she said.

Perryman recommended tracking nutrition habits to decide if enough essential vitamins are being consumed through a typical diet.

“As nutritionists, we recommend not eliminating an entire food group,” she said.

“But if you do, you need to be aware that certain vitamins are not getting into your system.”

Best Vitamin Combos According to Perryman, certain vitamins and minerals are better absorbed with food, because they mix with stomach acids. Better yet, when taken with certain vitamins, tablets have better absorption-rates, making them more effective.

CALCIUM AND VITAMIN D Calcium is vital in building and maintaining strong bones. If your diet is low in calcium, your body will take calcium deposits from your bones to balance blood levels.

Make sure to get enough calcium by eating three servings of dairy products each day and complete weight-bearing exercise such as walking or running.

If you take a calcium supplement, look for one that includes vitamin D for optimal absorption.

IRON AND VITAMIN C Iron helps the body’s cells produce energy, as well as reduce carbon dioxide. When iron levels are low, symptoms of fatigue and weakness are common.

The best way to consume iron is through meat, fish and poultry but plant foods such as spinach and beans provide levels, as well.

When iron and vitamin C are consumed together, absorption levels are highest.

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Foxtrail Family Medicine welcomes

Dr. Deric McIntosh According to Kimberly Fox, R.D., Clinical Nutrition Manager at McKee Medical Center in Loveland, it is also important to find accurate nutrition information when considering a vitamin or mineral supplement.

“When people research on their own, they come across websites that are not accurate,” she said. “The best way to find legitimate information is to contact a dietician or look into research studies from evidence-based sites.”

If you decide that a vitamin or mineral is needed in tablet-form to complete a balanced diet, research is critical in selecting a reputable brand.

“People assume that everything out there is safe because of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA),” Perryman said.

“But that is not true because the FDA doesn’t approve the safety or effectiveness of a supplement.”

Because the FDA only launches an investigation after a reported problem, they do not check to see if what is on the label is also in the bottle before it is distributed.

“Look for the USP label,” Fox said, “It guarantees that what is on the label is the only thing in the tablets.”

Another element to look for on the label is the percent daily value.

“It is recommended not to exceed 100 percent of the daily value of any one vitamin or mineral,” Perryman said.

According to Fox, people take vitamins with the best intentions but are not always best informed.

“The best thing to do is meet with an expert,” Fox said.

“Knowing the facts is the first step to a healthy lifestyle.”

“People assume that everything out there is safe because of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) But that is not true because the FDA doesn’t approve the safety or effectiveness of a supplement.”

— Shirley Perryman, R.D.

Dr. McIntosh joins the medical providers of Foxtrail Family Medicine in offering quality primary care for the entire family.

Within family medicine, his interests include: Preventive care Lifestyle medicine coaching Prenatal care and delivery Sports injuries Osteopathic manipulative therapy

WELCOMING NEW PATIENTS To make an appointment with Dr. McIntosh, call 970.619.6900.

Dr. Deric McIntosh

pvhs.org/clinics 1625 Foxtrail Drive | Loveland, Colo.

(South of Medical Center of the Rockies)

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A Balanced Diet McClatchy-Tribune

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he U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends consumers eat a balanced diet based on five food groups: grains, vegetables, fruit, dairy and proteins.

In June, the agency unveiled the MyPlate icon, replacing the long-used food pyramid to serve as a reminder to people how much they should eat.

Portion sizes depend on age and gender. For the list that follows, the portion recommendations are targeted to people ages 31 to 50.

The categories are not listed in order of importance.

GRAINS Women should eat six 1-ounce equivalents a day (an ounce equivalent of grains is the same as a slice of bread). Men should have a little bit more — seven 1-ounce equivalents. At least half the grains should be whole grains.

Vegetables: Adult women should have 21/2 cups daily and men should eat three cups a day. At least half a plate should be covered with vegetables and fruit.

FRUIT Women should eat 11/2 cups of fruit and men should consume two cups. A cup can include juice.

DIARY Women and men should have three cups of dairy products a day. The USDA recommends fat-free milk.

PROTEINS Women should consume five 1-ounce equivalents of protein and men should have six. A portion could be 1 ounce of meat, poultry or fish, one-quarter cup of cooked beans, one egg, one tablespoon of peanut butter or one-half ounce of nuts or seeds.

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Would like to welcome,

Anne Voorhes, PA-C To their Practices in Fort Collins & Loveland Anne grew up in Pierre, South Dakota. She graduated from the University of South Dakota with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies in 2007. Following graduation, she moved to the Twin Cities where she worked for a group that specialized in weight loss surgery. She found her true calling, however, in sleep medicine. After working at a pulmonary and sleep disorders clinic in Minneapolis for two years, she was ready to return to a smaller town. She was drawn to Colorado by its mountains, weather, and variety of outdoor activities. Outside of work, Anne enjoys biking, hiking, and fishing with her brother, who also lives in the area.

Anne is part the Sleep & Evaluation Management Team seeing patients at both Fort Collins & Loveland offices.

YOU CAN’T SEE THE SIGNS OF

BREAST CANCER.

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Nearly 100% of women who do find breast cancer early, survive it. But you can’t find it early if you don’t get checked. If you’re a Colorado resident between the ages of 40-64, have limited or no health insurance and meet income qualifications, 1.866.951.WELL (9355) you may qualify for our FREE breast and cervical cancer screenings. Call us WomensWellnessConnection.org today to find out. Because when you’re in the know, you’re in control.

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Losing It Getting in shape after having a baby is possible Summer Stair Reporter-Herald

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very woman knows gaining weight during pregnancy is essential for the health of the baby, but once that baby is born most new moms are ready to lose those extra pounds still hugging their body. While this can be done, losing weight after having a baby is different for every woman.

“There are no formal guidelines on when a woman can begin exercise after delivery,

Having an exercise routine before, during and after pregnancy will not only make for a healthy pregnancy and easy delivery, but it will help you get in shape more quickly after birth.

probably because the answer to this is very individual,” said Jennifer Hofmeister, MS, PA-C at OBGYN Associates of BTMG in Loveland. “You may look in the mirror shortly after delivery and think ‘Who’s body is this?’ There are three main ingredients to getting back to the pre-pregnancy you: eating healthy, exercise and patience.”

Other factors that can affect how quickly a woman loses her baby weight and gets back into shape are the type of exercise routine she had before and during pregnancy, any complications during pregnancy and the type of delivery.

It is also important to keep in mind what is happening inside the body after a baby is born. Terri Gross, Certified Nurse Midwife at The Women’s Clinic of Northern Colorado in Loveland, said women need to be aware that there is repair of tissue and muscles that needs to occur. “Women are often worried that their abdomen is going to look large forever, but generally it takes about three to four months to get the muscular structure totally back in the abdomen,” she said. But new mom’s can rest easy by knowing that most women can return to looking normal three to six months after giving birth, she said.

Hofmeister said women who exercised throughout pregnancy and had an uncomplicated vaginal delivery might be able to resume exercise within a week. The recommendation for a C-section is six weeks.

When first beginning to exercise both Hofmeister and Gross strongly recommend women to gradually introduce exercise. For women who have had a vaginal delivery starting with Kegal exercises is often enough. This will not only help bring the tissues in the vaginal canal back to a predelivery state, but can help reduce the fu-

A healthy diet, exercise and a little patience is all it takes for women to get back to their pre-pregnancy selves.

ture risk of urinary incontinence. Gross also recommended women to do small crunches by lying on the floor and only lifting their head and shoulders off the floor slowly.

This exercise can be performed until a full crunch can be done comfortably. But listen to your body. “If you are feeling like anything is being pulled or hurting cut back,” Gross said.

Walking, even just for 10 minutes a day, is also a great way to introduce aerobic activity. “Slowly build on that to work up to 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity on most days of the week,” Hofmeister said.

Adding exercise into your daily life after giving birth can also have other positive benefits, such as improved mood due to the natural endorphins being released in to the body, as well as a reduce risk of postpartum depression. “Women who exercise typically have a more positive body image than women who are inactive,” Hofmeister said. “For some women, exercise can be a way to have some needed time alone.”

Once you have started incorporating exercise into your routine, it is important to look at your diet. During pregnancy women often succumb to cravings and eat more calories than before. Gross said women who are not breast feeding can return to an average calorie intake of 1,800 calories immediately. For those who are breast feeding a 2,000 to 2,200 calorie diet is needed for production of milk.

While there are always reasons to not exercise, just remember that losing your baby weight is a good motivator and will not only keep your energy levels up and increase your mood and self esteem, but that you are doing something that is important for you.

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Red velvet cake has been around for decades. It started as the signature dessert at the Waldorf-Astoria in New York City. The cake had always captured my heart. But for dieting it plays hard to get. I wanted to come up with an adaptation that would capture the richness of its namesake (minus the butter, sugar and white flour).

Red velvet cake is a very mild chocolate cake, but it is chocolate cake nonetheless.

And yes, it is red. Unsweetened cocoa powder and natural red food coloring round out

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After all, people say you can do anything with a cupcake. Fill them. Leave them plain.

Decorate them. So why not make them healthy?

I came up with this recipe for red velvet cupcakes, which remain satisfyingly large, yet have just 98 calories and under 3 grams of fat each. Compare that to the standard cupcake, which can crash in with 513 calo-

Thursday LOVELAND REPORTER-HERALD/Health Line of Northern Colorado October 20, 2011 17 the natural or bulk sections of the grocer, as well as in the baking aisle. • Stevia and agave syrup: Both replace the sugar, while cutting calories. Stevia is an herb known for its natural (and intense) sweetness with zero calories. It bakes beautifully.

Agave is a honey-like sweetener that is sweeter than sugar, so you don’t need to use much.

And make sure you buy raw agave, some are highly processed.

Red velvet cake traditionally is served with a cream cheese frosting, and I haven’t veered from tradition. After your cakes have cooled, you’ll frost them with a mixture of sugar-free vanilla pudding and low-fat cream cheese. The frosting has a nice sweet flavor and hardly any calories.

TIPS • Add 1 teaspoon of cocoa

powder and 1 packet of stevia sweetener to the frosting for chocolate frosting. It will only add 1 calorie per cupcake. • Spraying the paper liners with nonstick spray keeps very lowfat cupcakes, such as these, from sticking to the paper. • Don’t have enough time?

These cupcakes also can be “baked� in the microwave.

Place paper muffin liners in four 6-ounce microwave-safe custard cups. Spray the papers and custard cups lightly with cooking spray. Spoon the batter into the paper liners. Microwave on 50 percent power (medium) for 1 minute and 20 seconds to 4 minutes, or until the tops feel just firm when lightly touched.

The cupcakes will puff up high while cooking, then deflate when the microwave stops.

Carefully remove the cupcakes from the custard cups right away and cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.

RED VELVET CUPCAKES Stevia, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1 /2 teaspoon food coloring to the egg yolk. Whisk the yolk mixIngredients: ture for 3 minutes. Add butter2 eggs milk and agave. Whisk until 5 packets natural Stevia combined. sweetener (powder) In a small bowl whisk togeth2 teaspoons vanilla extract er flour, flaxseed meal, cocoa 1 teaspoon red food coloring powder and salt. Add to yolk2 tablespoons buttermilk buttermilk mixture and beat on 1 tablespoon agave nectar low just until combined.

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2 tablespoons fat-free cream Spoon the mixture evenly incheese, softened to the muffin cups. Bake for 12 Directions: heat the oven to to 15 minutes, or until the tops 350 degrees. Line 4 large (2 1/2- spring back when lightly touched. Transfer the cupcakes inch) muffin cups with paper to a wire rack and cool. liners. Lightly coat the liners Meanwhile, to prepare the with cooking spray. frosting in a small bowl comSeparate the egg yolks and bine the pudding and cream whites, discarding 1 of the cheese. Mix until smooth. yolks. Place the remaining egg Spread or pipe evenly over each yolk in a medium bowl. Place cupcake. the 2 egg whites in another medium bowl.

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So far, studies haven’t been able to prove if any of these strategies work to prevent cognitive decline, the panel said.

The news is discouraging, for certain. The unfortunate reality is so little is known about the illness and of the aging process in general, experts said.

Researchers have identified certain risk factors, such as age and the association of a genetic variant of a protein that plays a role in cholesterol — apolipoprotein E — that have shown links to developing Alzheimer’s. And experts hope

to soon understand what role genetics play in the disease. But much more research is needed.

In addition, the panel found that chronic diseases such as diabetes and depression, and risk factors such as smoking are associated with increased risk of both Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline. But it’s unclear from studies if these factors actually cause Alzheimer’s or are simply related.

What’s clear, however, is that a review of the interventions used to prevent the disease shows little evidence that they’re effective.

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ife is hectic. Nothing seems to work. Gym memberships are expensive. There is an endless list of reasons to skip a workout or never begin exercising in the first place. With excuses blurring the benefits, getting fit can be an even bigger challenge. TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), a nonprofit weight loss support organization, provided these tips to overcome justifications for avoiding physical activity.

“I don’t like working out.”

Perhaps running or weight lifting is too monotonous for you. Working out doesn’t have to be something that’s painful or boring. Today’s workout world offers a variety of options to stay fit — yoga, hiking, swimming, dancing, Pilates, recreational sports, and more. Grab a friend and participate in a workout that you enjoy.

“I’m too busy.”

Make working out a priority and it will become routine. The best way to fit physical activity into your day is by setting a schedule and writing it on the calendar. If you don’t have time for an hour of cardio or weight training, take steps to ensure you move during the week — take the stairs, park at the back of the parking lot, do an abdominal workout during commercials. Ten-minute “mini” exercises, such as a brisk walk during the lunch hour, are also useful.

“I feel self-conscious.”

Exercise at home with fitness DVDs and resistance cables. Once you have gained confidence, go outside, join a gym or take an exercise class. If you want to beat the crowds at the fitness center, go mid-morning or late in the evening, when less people are around.

“I don’t know how.”

Personal trainers help people tailor their exercises to their ability and the proper intensity level. Whether you want to learn how to cycle indoors, dance or play a sport, fitness classes with instructors can teach new movements and correct form. The staff at most gyms should be well-versed in their facility’s equipment; don’t be afraid to ask for help.

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“I can’t get motivated.”

Make a list of reasons to work out to get healthy, boost energy, look better in your clothes, etc. Post the list in a place you look at everyday to remind yourself of your workout ambitions. Friends are also a great place to seek motivation.

“I can’t afford a gym membership.”

“I don’t see any results.”

It’s important to understand that exercise may not produce immediate physical changes. Remember your long-term goals and think about how working out makes you feel. Writing down the little improvements you see on a daily basis can be helpful.

Although fitness centers have a lot to offer, gym fees can be expensive. Perhaps your community’s local recreation department offers low-cost classes you can participate in.

Walking or running outdoors are free, effective activities.

You may even want to consider roller-blading. Fancy equipment isn’t necessary to get in shape, it’s more important to stay active on a regular basis.

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choose to re-up, or walk away.

“The proposal is, when the two-year period is up, if the relationship is not stable or harmonious, the contract simply McClatchy-Tribune ends,” Leonel Luna of the Party of the Democratic Revolution, who co-authored Officials in Mexico City are considering a the bill, told Reuters. “You wouldn’t have counterintuitive law they hope will reverse to go through the tortuous process of the city’s high divorce rate — by making divorce.” marriages temporary, Yahoo reports.

Mexico has the second-largest Catholic Traditionally-minded couples could still population in the world after Brazil and, the choose the “till death do us part” route, the Catholic Church is speaking against this Associated Press reports. Others can decide proposal. on the length they are committing to when “This reform is absurd. It contradicts the getting their marriage license. The mininature of marriage,” said Hugo Valdemar, mum license would be for two years. spokesman for the Mexican archdiocese.

The contracts also contain prenup-like “It’s another one of these electoral theatrics language about financial support and the assembly tends to do that are irresponchild support. sible and immoral.”

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where they can be as short as a few minutes. There, it is used as a way to get around Islamic law that decrees sex outside of marriage is a crime punishable by whipping.

“I know it’s controversial,” Rosas told the Mexican newspaper El Universal, “but it seeks to support and strengthen family bonds.”

Though the divorce rate in the rest of Mexico are quite low, they have been going up, and about half of the marriages in Mexico City end in divorce within the first two years, Reuters reported. Other sources say the rate is much higher: Lizbeth Rosas, another member of the Party of the Democratic Revolution and a sponsor of the bill, told El Universal that eight out of 10 couples in Mexico City eventually get divorced.

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which keep us from acting out our dreams. Since by law I have to put an asterisk next to everything I learned in K-through-college (you’re such a let down, t 3:30 a.m. the other night, I awoke brain), I’m going to bring in a second to a sudden crash-boom-bang at the opinion on this. side of my bed, followed by loud According to the National Institutes of shouting “ow, ooh, ow.”

Health, there is an area of the brain called My girlfriend, Kim, had been dreaming the pons, which is tucked away at the of a snake. The people in her dream told bottom of our brains. The pons, not to be her she needed to jump away from it as confused with the Fonz, quickly as she could. “sends signals that shut off She did, but in real life, and the next neurons in the spinal cord, morning I took her to urgent care.

Kim dove off the bed, landing directly on causing temporary paralysis her head and then rolling onto her neck. I of the limb muscles (the Fonz found her curled up and making sounds as did it with a mere glare).

“If something interferes if she had just, well, fallen on her head. I resisted the urge to tell her she sure woke with this paralysis, people will begin to physically act out up on the wrong side of the bed. their dreams — a rare, Yes, I even tell bad jokes in times of dangerous [see head, Kim crisis. diving on] problem called In college,* I learned that our brains REM sleep behavior disorder,” release paralyzing signals when we sleep

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according the the NIH. Raise your hand if you’re thankful she wasn’t dreaming about karate.

So, moral of the story, Kim’s pons is a huge failure. It let her dive off the bed and the end result was a pinched nerve in her neck and a pretty good headache.

My dreams are normally plain crazy — talking ham sandwiches, dogs with visible fish bowls in their stomachs, turtleneck sweaters — but I never act them out. I barely move.

Kim is different (understatement).

She twitches and jerks all night long.

Sometimes I hear her feet pedaling a hundred miles an hour, and, I’ll be honest, it freaks me out a little. It’s handy, though.

I always know right when she’s asleep, which is what I like to call ESPN time.

What is the craziest dream experience you have ever had? Send me an e-mail with your strangest dream or sleeping experience, and I’ll use my expertise from college* and interpret the best few. I’ll award the funniest or weirdest one with an extra special prize.

Prize value will be next to nothing, and chances are pretty great that it will be a picture that my niece, Hadley, drew or a candy item from the company vending machine. And the candy’s old.

Like ‘84 Halloween old.

Health in a Handbasket is a monthly feature in which I try write about health-related topics and adventures. If you have an idea for a new adventure, write to me at jcody@reporter-herald.com.

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MCKEE BREAST CENTER EARNS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE DESIGNATION

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The McKee Breast Center at McKee Medical Center has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology.

In addition to receiving the accreditation, the breast center staff is pleased to announce that Breast Health Specialist Ann Dorwart, FNP, has completed breast health navigator training through EduCare. In this role, Dorwart will coordinate the clinical, educational and support needs of breast cancer patients and their families.

In conjunction with McKee Medical Center, the breast center offers a comprehensive program for diagnosing and treating breast disease. The center opened in 2006 at Seven Lakes Medical Plaza, 1900 Boise Ave., Suite 110 in Loveland. The phone number is 970-203-6518.

To make an appointment, please call 970-593-6191.

The 10th Annual Loveland Turkey Trot will be held on Thanksgiving morning. The Turkey Trot is a 3.1-mile run/walk. The 5K race begins at 8:30 a.m. and individuals may register for the Turkey Trot online at Active.com or by printing a registration form at www.McKeeFoundation.com and mailing it in.

One hundred percent of race fees and sponsorship contributions benefit the Stepping Stones Adult Day Program at McKee Medical Center.

DR. CLARK ACHIEVES CERTIFICATION Dr. Dana Clark of the Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies has achieved board certification in the specialty of orthopaedics.

Clark recently passed his board certification exam administered by the American Board

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Clark joined the Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the RockDana Clark ies in 2009 as a specialist caring for patients with knee or hip pain who need joint replacement surgery. Appointments with Clark can be made at the Orthopaedic & Spine Center’s offices in Fort Collins and Loveland. Call 970-4197050.

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BREAST-FEEDING SUPPORT GROUP When: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (except holidays), 10-11 a.m.

Cost: Free. No need to register Contact: 970-669-9355

BRIGHT BEGINNINGS FOR INFANTS Bright Beginnings is designed to celebrate the birth of new babies and provide families with health, safety, development, play and community resource information.

When: 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. on Nov. 21 Where: Family Birth Center Conference Room, 3rd Floor Cost: Free Contact: 970-495-7528 to register

COPD EDUCATION This seven-session multidisciplinary education series helps with the management of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).

When: 1-3 p.m., Tuesdays. Upcoming sessions begin Oct. 25. Christmas Party is from 5-7 p.m. on Dec. 13 Where: McKee Conference and Wellness Center Cost: Free Contact: 970-635-4138 to register

TOTAL JOINT EDUCATION Physical therapists and occupational therapists prepare patients for surgery. This program is coordinated through your physician’s office as part of the surgery scheduling process.

When: 3 p.m. on Thursdays Where: McKee Conference and Wellness Center Cost: Free Contact: 970-635-4172 to register

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP When: 5:30-7 p.m. on second Thursday of the month Where: McKee Cancer Center Lobby Contact: 970-622-1961

CAREGIVER CANCER SUPPORT GROUP When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., every other Thursday, Nov. 3 and 17 Where: Call for locations Contact: 970-635-4129

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT For caregivers of elderly adults.

The group focuses on providing support and education about community resources and behavior is-

sues, particularly for people with Alzheimer’s and memory impairment.

When: 1:30-3:30 p.m., third Thursday of the month Where: First Christian Church 2000 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland Cost: Free. Care of elderly adult family members or friends is available through Stepping Stones Adult Day Program during meeting times at no charge.

Contact: 970-669-7069

GENERAL CANCER SUPPORT When: 5:30-7 p.m., Tuesdays Where: McKee Cancer Center lobby Contact: 970-635-4129

MAN-TO-MAN: PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP When: 5:30-7 p.m., fourth Thursday of the month Where: McKee Conference and Wellness Center Contact: 970-622-1961

SOULPLAY ART THERAPY People whose lives are touched by cancer experience the benefits of expressing themselves through art.

No art experience needed.

When: 1:30-3:30 p.m., Wednesdays Where: McKee Cancer Center Conference Room Contact: 970-635-4129

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Have your blood pressure checked by a Wellness Specialist.

When: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday Where: McKee Wellness Services, 1805 E. 18th St. Ste. 6, Loveland Cost: Free Contact: 970-669-9355

HEART HEALTH AND CHRONIC HEART DISEASE The Heart Educational series offers free information, resources and support.

When: 3:30-5 p.m., Nov. 8 Where: McKee Conference and Wellness Center Contact: 970-635-4138

YOGA SUPPORT GROUP For anyone touched by cancer.

Thirty minutes of gentle yoga and breathing and 30 minutes of holistic therapy education.

When: 5:30-6:30 p.m., first and third Thursday each month Where: McKee Cancer Center Cost: Free Contact: 970-635-4054 to register

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MCKEE GALA CELEBRATES 30 YEARS

Diabetes Self-Management Education is an interactive, ongoing process Presented by The which involves the person Friends of the Hospital, “McKee Presents ... Hearts with diabetes, the caregivers and family, and a of the West Gala,” will be trained diabetes educator.

Nov. 5 from 6-11 p.m. at The educators give particithe Embassy Suites in pants the knowledge, Loveland.

Celebrating 30 Years of skills and tools needed to successfully manage diaGiving in the Loveland betes and avoid many of community, the Gala will benefit the Facility Capital the complications associated with the disease.

Campaign for the StepThe team has offices in ping Stones Adult Day each of the three commuProgram at McKee nities. For clinic appointMedical Center. Visit ments, call 970-378-4676.

McKeeFoundation.com Patients can ask their for more information. physician to fax a referral ANESTHESIOLOGY and insurance authorizaGROUP JOINS tion to 970-378-4304 or BANNER HEALTH call 970-392-2344 for more The anesthesiology information. group that has served McTo learn more about Kee Medical Center since the outpatient education the hospital opened in programs, call 970-3921976 now has become a 2344. part of Banner Health.

Clinic locations are: • Aspen Medical Clinic, Formerly Loveland Anesthesia Associates, the 2923 Ginnala Drive, Lovegroup now is named Ban- land ner Health Clinic-Loveland • Medical Arts Centre of Anesthesia. The physician Windsor, 1300 Main St., anesthesiologists and cer- Windsor tified registered nurse • 1800 15th St., Ste. 300, anesthetists provide com- Greeley. prehensive anesthesia and pain management services MCKEE OFFERS COUNto all of the patients at Mc- SELING FOR MEDICARE With the Medicare open Kee. The anesthesiologists enrollment taking place collaborate with hospitalists, cardiologists and oth- through Dec. 7, McKee Medical Center’s Seasons er hospital-based physiClub offers free counselcians to ensure excellent ing sessions to help particinpatient and ambulatory ipants find their best opcare. tions.

Free one-on-one apBANNER HEALTH EXPANDS DIABETES EDU- pointments are available with the Seasons Club adCATION PROGRAM visers to review your opTo meet the ongoing demand for resources and tions related to Medicare.

Call 970-635-4097 to make education related to diaan appointment on one of betes, the staff of Banner these days: Health Outpatient Diabetes Education have en- • Monday, Nov. 7 hanced and expanded the • Thursday, Nov. 10 • Friday, Nov. 11 program in Greeley, • Monday, Nov. 14 Windsor and Loveland.

The program will expand • Tuesday, Nov. 15 • Friday, Nov. 18 to Johnstown Family • Wednesday, Nov. 23.

Physicians later this year.

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Just one more reason to take care of yourself Preventative screenings and annual exams help detect or stop illnesses before they become a serious problem. Keep good health and live life enjoying the things you love most.

Immediate appointments may be available at the following primary care clinics in Loveland.

Loveland Family Practice 3850 N. Grant Ave. Suite 100 Loveland, Colo 970.624.5170

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