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booster seat if the seat belts don’t fit properly without it.

8. Have a family plan for sick days.

Never send your child to school with a fever,” said pediatrician Dr. Yvonne Gutierrez. Even if your child says he feels OK, running a fever is an indicator that their immune system is trying to fight off something. When a child is running a fever, he is at his most contagious and this puts children and adults around him at risk. If at all possible, make arrangements for your child to stay home with caregiver.”

Dr. Gutierrez recommends keeping your child home until the fever has been gone for 24 hours without medication. Colds can be contagious for at least 48 hours. If you’re unsure about the best way to treat your child’s cold or flu, ask your doctor, school nurse or other healthcare provider.

9. Fight germs with hand washing and home cleanliness.

“Regular hand washing is one of the single best ways to fight infection,” said infectious disease specialist Dr. Lawrence Ross. “Younger children should be instructed in the importance of proper hand washing before eating and after using the restroom. For situations where hand washing is not possible, consider supplying your child with packets of hand sanitizing gel.”

Germs and viruses can hitch a ride back home from school, so regular cleaning of kitchen and bathroom counters is a good idea, said Dr. Ross. Basic washing of frequently used hard surfaces with cleanser or soap will go a long way towards lowering the germ count.

10. Talk with your child to understand their emotions.

A parent’s responsibility goes beyond supplying food, clothing and entertainment. Parents are also responsible for their child’s emotional and social growth.

According to child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Julienne Jacobson, it is important for parents to consistently talk to their children, to know their personalities and be alert to any changes in behavior.

“To maintain a strong connection engage with your kids consistently,” said Dr. Jacobson. “Make a point to spend time with them daily and talk about their activities and interests. Listen to what they say.

Let them know you are interested in what they think and how they feel.

Let them know they can always feel comfortable talking to you.”

It’s important to be aware of what is appropriate behavior for your child’s age group. Good sources for this information are teachers and other parents.

Remember you can ask teachers or school counselors for help or input if you have questions or are concerned about changes in your child’s behavior.

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Make sure kids and teens are fully vaccinated for the school year

Back to school time means thinking about your child’s immunization status. Informed parents know that immunizations save lives. But even those who vaccinated their babies and toddlers dutifully may not be aware that the recommended vaccination schedule continues through the later teen years.

Research published by the American Medical Association found that teenagers age 14 and older were much less likely to see a pediatrician than their younger-adolescent counterparts. But threats to health don’t go away just because children are older.

“We live in a busy world and it’s easy to forget to make appointments for an annual check-up,” says Dr. Robert W. Block, of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). “Let the new school season be your annual reminder to protect the health of your kids.”

Keep in mind these crucial vaccination tips and facts for parents of older children and teens.

Check your calendar. When was the last time your child saw a pediatrician? If it’s been over a year, make an appointment as soon as possible. In advance of the appointment, talk with your child and draw up a list of any concerns or questions to discuss with the doctor.

Store immunization and other medical records in an easily accessible place and be sure to keep the records current. Bring this information to the appointment. When you see your pediatrician, ask directly, “What vaccines does my child need at this point?”

Be sure to ask about the HPV vaccine, which is recommended for both boys and girls. While protection is most effective for adolescents ages 11 to 13, older teens who haven’t yet received the vaccine can benefit from it as well. This cancerpreventing vaccine will safeguard your teen’s health in the future.

All children ages 11 to 18 should be protected against meningitis. This deadly bacterial infection is spread easily in close living quarters. If teens are going to boarding school, college or the military, do not delay giving them the vaccine.

Every year, more than 200,000 Americans are hospitalized because of the flu and its complications, and 36,000 die. An annual influenza vaccine is an important part of protecting your children.

Health authorities including the AAP and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend annual flu vaccine for everyone starting at 6 months of age.

Your children’s health plays an important role in their academic success. Make sure you take steps to keep him or her safe from life-threatening dangers and prepare for a healthy school year.

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the problem may be lost, resulting in permanent vision problems.”

3. Be sure your child wears a properly fitted bicycle helmet.

Last year, 93 bicyclists under age 15 were killed and 12,500 sent to emergency rooms, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Head injuries accounted for 63 percent of all bicycle fatalities. “If a child has an accident, a helmet can prevent a serious brain injury,” said Dr. Jeffrey Upperman.

According to the Bicycle Helmet Safety Institute (BHSI), all helmets sold in the U.S. must meet test requirements from the Consumer Product Safety Administration. Size is a key factor, since children grow rapidly. The helmet should be comfortable, but fit snugly. The BHSI advises that in terms of safety, there is no difference between a $20 helmet and a $120 one.

4. Snacks: plan them, don’t ban them.

A recent study of 700,000 children published in the March 2010 edition of the Journal of Pediatrics, found that 37 percent were overweight and 19.4 percent were obese.

“Childhood obesity is a major health issue. Being overweight may impact a child’s self-esteem, school performance, and physical health.

Over time, obesity increases the risk of many diseases, including heart disease, stroke, arthritis, diabetes and cancer,” said pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Steven Mittleman. By shopping carefully, parents can get their children started in healthy eating habits. Snacking itself is not necessarily bad; young children actually need snacks. Their stomachs are small, so they often can’t get all the nutrients they need in a day through regular meals alone.

Avoid soda drinks and salty, high-calorie prepackaged snack foods.

Provide milk or juice and servings of fruit or vegetables instead. Each 12-ounce soft drink can contain approximately 10 teaspoons of sugar.

Drinking just one can of soda a day increases a child’s risk of obesity by 60 percent, according to the AAP. 5. Get started early with a school bedtime schedule.

During the summer, many children fall into a vacation rhythm, staying up late and sleeping in. Sleep specialists recommend that parents start gradually imposing an earlier bedtime several weeks before school begins.

“While there is a lot of variation between individuals, children need more sleep than adults,” said pediatrician Dr. Michelle A. Thompson. “Recent studies indicate children ages 6 through 9 should get 10-11 hours of sleep a night. If your child is not getting enough sleep, he may fall asleep in the car or seem grouchy and tired during the day.”

Dr. Thompson said some children will need help establishing bedtime rituals that make them comfortable and drowsy.

Parents need to set a regular bedtime and keep it to build consistency in the child’s daily routine.

6. Watch out for back pain caused by backpacks.

Parents need to keep an eye out to be sure children are not having back pain as a result of carrying a backpack to school.

“While there is no clear evidence that heavy backpacks lead to permanent damage, they are associated with back pain in children,” said Dr. David L. Skaggs. “Poor conditioning may contribute to back pain, so parents are encouraged to get their children to do core strengthening exercises to build muscle strength.”

In addition, parents should look for packs with individual compartments and put heaviest items closest to the body. Sharp objects like pencils should be in smaller pockets on the outside. School back packs should have two shoulder straps and your child should use both.

7. Car safety remains a top priority.

September brings an increase in car trips to school, lessons and sports practices. Despite airbags, motor vehicle accidents remain a leading cause of death for children.

Safety experts recommend that all children under age 13 should ride in the rear seat. If you must drive more children than can fit in the rear seat (e.g. a carpool), move the front passenger seat back as far as possible and have the child ride in a

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Students’ No. 1 need: sleep Boosting academic and physical performance

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tudents who skimp on sleep suffer more than just bleary eyes at the breakfast table.

According to Mary A. Carskadon, Ph.D., professor of psychiatry REM sleep happens at the last part of the night. and human behavior and expert at the Sleep for Science Research Lab How To Improve Your Student’s Sleep Habits at Brown University, “Evidence abounds to indicate that sleeping well Try to help your student develop a bedtime routine. A routine – 8.5-plus hours with a regular schedule – supports learning, psycho- “tells the brain it is time to unwind and go to sleep. You can compare logical well-being and physical health. Good sleep makes paying it to a computer that has certain tasks it needs to do before it shuts attention and concentrating in school easier, improves the ability to off,” says Korn-Reavis. “At least one hour before bed they should not recall and retain information, and the sleep that occurs after effective be using electronics such as TV, cellphones or game systems. The learning helps to consolidate and even augment the daytime learning. flashing light stimulates the brain, making it difficult for (the brain) to A number of studies show a marked tendency toward better grades in know it is bed time.” This includes PCs and tablets, as well. teens who sleep well.” Skimping on sleep often results in a lower Sleep expert Dr. Robert Oexman of the Sleep to Live Institute GPA. advises maintaining good sleep habits in the summertime, so they Quality sleep also heightens sports performance. Carskadon says, won’t be shocked back into the routine when back-to-school time “When sleeping too little, one of the most notable deficits is in reac- comes along. Oexman suggests keeping to a set bedtime during sumtion time ... to stimuli in the environment. Better sleep promotes mer. A child’s summer bedtime may be later, but it must be regular. faster reaction times that can have a significant impact on sports per- If you let kids run completely free, they will stay up much too late, formance, along with improved attention and concentration.” Your student-athlete could see his or her achievements on the field or court skyrocket, perhaps leading to captainships and scholarships down the road, if sleep habits are improved.

Outside of school-related activities, quality sleep is important for students’ health and well-being. Lack of sleep affects the immune system.

Experts at the Mayo Clinic say that people who don’t get enough sleep are more likely to get sick after being exposed to a virus, such as the common cold. During sleep, the immune system releases proteins that actively fight infections, inflammations and the deleterious effects of stress.

Sleep deprivation has also Quality sleep helps students perform better. been linked to cardiovascular problems, obesity, diabetes and debilitating emotional states. starting a cycle of sleep deprivation.

Carskadon says, “A major negative factor that accompanies insufficient sleep is a depressed mood, which is accompanied by fatigue, lack General sleep-smart tips for kids include: • Get eight hours of sleep. Set a routine and commit to getting at least of motivation and general malaise.” eight hours of sleep but preferably more, if possible.

Clearly, quality sleep is a must for your student. But how much sleep do they need? Amy Korn-Reavis, coordinator of the polysomnog- • Snack smartly. Oexman says that if children need a snack, choose a carbohydrate-rich snack such as half a bagel. “Carbs produce melaraphy program at Valencia College, tonin easier, and melatonin makes it easier for us to fall asleep,” says says, “At age 5, a child needs 12 Oexman. Avoid high-calorie, fatty or caffeinated snacks such as to 14 hours of sleep, and the chocolate. need decreases with age to 9 to 12 hours at age 16.” • Avoid caffeine. Kids today think that energy drinks give them a boost to stay up and do homework, but these and other caffeinated These hour totals may drinks interrupt sleep. So provide a variety of caffeine-free beverages, seem long, but Kornincluding ice-cold water with lemon.

Reavis says that children and teens need to • Ensure REM. If students have to stay up late to finish a project or study for an exam, aim for at least six hours of sleep, which allows reach different stagfor at least some REM sleep that consolidates memory and allows es of sleep. “Stage the student to remember what he or she studied.

N3 or slow-wave sleep is where • Block out light and noise. If your student is sensitive to noise, put a “white noise” machine in the bedroom to mask outside sounds. If many hormones, light wakes the child too early, consider new curtains that block out including growth more outside light. College students are known to wear eye masks hormones, are to sleep well when a roommate stays up late. produced and growth and heal- • Be fit. Exercise boosts healthy hormones that regulate rest and sleep.

If your student experiences insomnia or other sleep issues, talk to ing occur. During REM sleep is where his or her doctor for solutions. we consolidate our memories from short- to long-term memory.”

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Healthy and quick breakfasts for busy school mornings Breakfast has long been referred to as the most important meal of the day. It is especially important for students heading off to school to take the time to have breakfast before they catch the bus.

Studies have found that children who eat a healthy breakfast have higher energy levels and better learning abilities than similar students who do not eat breakfast. Harvard University researchers found that those who eat breakfast are significantly more attentive in the classroom and have fewer behavioral and emotional problems.

Many families find that time is not in abundance in the morning when they are getting ready for school or work. As a result, breakfast might be skipped in an effort to get to work or school on time. But families can skirt the issue of time with a few on-the-go foods the whole family can enjoy.

Yogurt packs a punch: Individually packaged yogurts make a healthy and quick meal for anyone in the family. A good source of protein and calcium, yogurt is also filled with helpful bacteria that promote digestive health. And try creating parfaits with layers of vanilla yogurt, fruit and granola.

Convenience options: Microwaveable convenience foods come in various shapes and sizes.

Choose the healthiest options among them, such as whole-wheat or multigrain waffles or pancakes.

These foods are easy to heat and eat on-the-go.

Focus on fruit: Keep a container of fresh fruit salad in the refrigerator. A bowl of mixed fruit is refreshing and healthy.

Wake up to crunch: Whole grain granola bars that feature fruit and nuts can be a quick meal and a satisfying snack.

Satisfying smoothies: Smoothies made from fruit and yogurt are fast and can be stored in portable cups to take in the car on the way to school.

In the bowl: The cereal aisle at the local grocery store is filled with healthy breakfast options.

Cereal manufacturers are increasingly reducing the sugar and boosting the fiber content of popular brands. It doesn’t take long to enjoy a bowl of cereal, even one topped with banana slices or a few strawberries. Also, Instant oatmeal is available in a number of flavors and is a very healthy and filling breakfast option.

Excellent eggs: Whip up a fast egg sandwich.

Saute egg whites in a frying pan and place between two slices of toasted whole wheat bread.

Muffin mania: Make a batch of low-fat, highfiber muffins over the weekend. Grabbing a muffin and a banana is an easy breakfast.

Beyond the bread: Use a sandwich or panini maker to create homemade breakfast tarts. Fill bread or pitas with fresh fruit or peanut butter and use the cooker to seal them shut.

With a little creativity, quick and easy breakfast options will get everyone on the right track for a productive day.

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If not now, when?

By Linda Fiveson

It’s provoked a lot of thought about how meaningful these the harder we “try to” do something the less we are able to do it be healthier and happier. You’ll be more physically active and words really are. It’s a universal expression; it applies to every- or sustain doing it. When we try not to eat something we wind have more stamina. You’ll feel attractive and confident about up eating more. your appearance. And, guess what? You will be happy you didn’t thing.

Give away the extra food in the fridge if you can’t bear to wait a second longer!

It’s about taking action and not procrastinating. Cleaning out Linda Fiveson is a nutritionist in Syosset. In addition to counseling the clutter in your life. Doing something you have always throw it in the garbage. Learn to make healthy choices when you wanted to do, but have not done. Trying to end the constant go to a restaurant. Change the way you think. Instead of focusing she sells her own line of foods ,which are all free of flour, sugar, gluten conflict of interest within us. We seem to cling to thoughts that on all the food you will miss out on, focus on all the good things and refined carbohydrates. For more information, call 516-496-2300 are diametric opposites. We love huge portions and “all you can you will achieve. You will lower your risk for many diseases and or visit at www.lindafiveson.com. eat” buffets but at the same time we spend so much time and money on endless quests for that thinner body. We are consumed with thoughts about how we are going to lose weight this time. We know what to do; why don’t we just do it?

It is so hard for us to make changes that we keep putting it off. Usually, we’re not even aware that we are procrastinating. This behavior has become so ingrained in us that we just do it instead of doing something positive, like starting to lose weight. We waste so much time trying to figure out a “good time” to get Dr. Datta is a board-certified, fellowship-trained cancer surgeon who’s known for his skills in the operating started that we don’t even consider “NOW” as a viable option. room . . . and for taking the time to simply sit with a patient and talk. A specialist in tumors of the head and Nutrition has an effect on everyone’s menneck, breast, endocrine system, colon and soft tissue as well as melanoma, he’s also a Castle Connolly top tal, emotional, and physical health. Refined doctor, so you can be confident you’re getting quality, compassionate care every step of the way. carbohydrates elevate the production of insulin, which allows the blood sugars into the cells, giving the body more energy. The more insulin that is produced the more tryptophan that enters the brain. Tryptophan increases the production of serotonin and higher levels of serotonin have a sedating effect ,which can cause sleepiness and “apathy.”

Apathy is the lack of enthusiasm; it’s lethargy, indifference, boredom, and not caring about very much. Perhaps it’s the “not caring” feeling we have when we are eating refined sugars and carbohydrates that allows us to eat!

But WE DO CARE! We care every time we look in the mirror, try something on, or have to socialize and be seen. We care when we’re feeling unhealthy and lazy and if or when we get on the scale. We come up with so many reasons we can’t start NOW. We want to finish all the food in the fridge or we’ll have to throw it away. We want to have our favorite meal one last time. We want to be able to eat at the wedding we’re going to next week…or even, next month. We don’t want to miss out on the gravy and pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving or all the candies and sweets at holiday time.

We want to be able to eat so many things before we’ll be ready to begin that we don’t realize we’ll have even more pounds to lose than we have now. Get rid of the “feast or Rajiv Datta, MD, FACS, FRCS, FICS famine” mentality. There are plenty of deliChair, Department of Surgery cious, healthy foods you can eat to fill you up Medical Director, South Nassau’s Cancer Center and some, in unlimited amounts!

Director, Surgical Oncology/Head & Neck Don’t say “I have to.” Just DO it! This Castle Connolly “Top Doctor” since 2006 change you are going to make has to be the last one. To be successful you have to realize it’s not about the pounds, it’s about the behavior.

Don’t wait until you have time or energy or no To schedule an appointment with Dr. Datta, call 516.632.3350 stress; that will not happen. Like I said, “If not or visit www.southnassau.org for more information. now…when?”

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My experience has led me to think people who don’t have weight problems eat at regular mealtimes. The heaviest people often eat all day or save it up for one large meal (that probably lasts all night.) It’s better to be thin than “trying to lose weight.” Forget about trying,

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t John’s Episcopal Hospital encourages everyone to take a positive approach to wellness. Yearly screening examinations such as mammograms and bone density tests help maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. Early detection is your best defense against many such debilitating diseases.

Do you think you may be getting shorter? Are your pants getting longer? Significant bone loss may be occurring. Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become thin, weak and brittle, thus increasing the risk of a broken bone even from a minor fall or injury. Breaking a bone when you are older, especially a vertebrae in your spine or a hip, cannot only be debilitating but deadly. Twenty-five percent of seniors who break a hip die within one year from problems related to the fracture itself or from the surgery to repair it. Many who survive need long term nursing home care.

Osteoporosis, known as the silent disease, can sneak up on you and steal your freedom! As we grow older, the absorption rate of calcium in the bones changes, robbing strength from your bones, a condition that you cannot feel. Other issues may impact bone health including certain medications, diseases and lifestyle practices.

Fortunately, osteoporosis is a preventable disease. Here are some steps you can take: • Eat healthy, today.

• Stay active, forever.

• Get a bone density test, soon.

A bone density test or DEXA scan is a pain-free x-ray imaging examination used to evaluate a patient for osteoporosis. St. John’s Episcopal Hospital is proud to offer the newest and most state-of-the-art bone density scanner to the area.

Generally, women of menopausal age should have a baseline screening bone density exam due to the fact that bone loss is most rapid in the first few years after menopause.

Men are not immune from osteoporosis but are usually screened later in life based on risk factors. Please check with your doctor to see if you are eligible. Depending on the results, close monitoring by your physician may be necessary with follow-up bone density studies recommended yearly or every other year.

Having a mammogram yearly should be another priority for all women over 40 in

2012. We support this practice at St. John’s Episcopal by providing digital mammography, the most up-to-date and highest quality breast imaging available on the Rockaways. When it’s time for your annual mammogram, make it digital. Full-field digital mammography is your newest ally in the fight against breast cancer. Breast images appear in seconds on a computer screen providing: enhanced images, greater image flexibility, shorter exam times, faster results, fewer callbacks and better imaging for dense breast tissue than traditional film/screen methods.

St. John’s also offers mammography computer aided detection system (CAD) and board-certified radiologists also certified in the reading of mammograms, both important elements in providing high quality personalized breast care.

Your health is important to you and those who care about you at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital. Our vision is to promote wellness and provide the highest quality of health care available. We have new state-of-the-art MRI services too. To discover all the benefits of having these examinations or to schedule an appointment at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital Imaging Department, call Eileen McDonald, L.R.T., R.M., St. John’s Episcopal Hospital Imaging Department, at 718-869-7175.

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Children and weights What age is appropriate for lifting weights?

By Ginny Frizzi

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t can be a weighty decision for parents. Should their children be allowed to work out with weights? If so, at what age?

What are the pros and cons?

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Get back to doing what’s important with physical therapy at home

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t Home Active Motion Physical Therapy Services provides patients with one-on-one attention by providing services in your own home. Specializing in the care of older adults and the elderly, our expert and highly trained staff will help you get the most of your program with patience and compassion in your own natural environment, allowing for maximum rehabilitation.

Physical therapy in your home leads to a more personal and beneficial rehabilitation program. Patients rehabilitate in the place where they are most comfortable and secure.

The hassles of traveling or finding transportation to and from traditional facilities are eliminated.

At Home Active Motion Physical Therapy Services provides services in Nassau, Suffolk, Dr. Rosario Accardi, PT, DPT Brooklyn, and Queens.

“When I decided to open my own business in 2006, I envisioned a home-based therapy program that encompassed compassion, skill, success and pride,” said Dr. Rosario Accardi, PT, DPT. “ I personally hand pick my staff, so you can be confident that your are in good hands. I communicate with my therapists daily, guaranteeing the best possible treatment and supervision.” Dr. Accardi’s credentials include a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and a Master’s and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from D’Youville College in Buffalo, N.Y. “I am personally involved in each and every patient’s plan of care,” said. Dr. Accardi. “I welcome and encourage my patients, their family and their physicians to contact me at any time with any questions or concerns. It is this personal touch that I promise you will receive as one of our clients.”

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insome Bent RN, the Executive Director of The Bristal in North Hills suggests that there are simple changes that senior citizens can make to improve their quality of life: Good nutrition: Select high-fiber foods like whole-grain breads and cereals, beans, vegetables, and fruits. Cut down on refined foods like refined flour and refined sugar. This will make you feel better, lessen fatigue and improve your sleep. Limit how often you have high-fat and high-sugar snacks like cake, candy, chips, and sweetened soft drinks.

Decrease your salt and sodium intake.

Extra Calcium: There is a continuous loss of bone calcium, especially in women, due to the change in hormone levels. Try to get required 1200 mg per day of calcium by consuming calcium rich food like milk, broccoli, beans and almonds Exercise: Incorporation of daily exercise into your daily routine can reduce your risk for heart disease, arthritis, diabetes and osteoporosis.

Mental exercises: Working out your brain is needed on a regular basis to improve memory and mind clarity both short term and long term. Stimulate your mind and memory daily for an all around better life.

Avoid smoking: Even occasional smoking has been proven to be detrimental to the health of your heart. Apart from the many health hazards, smoking contributes to the wrinkling of your face.

The Bristal Assisted Living Communities have facilities in East Meadow, East Northport, Lynbrook, North Hills, North Woodmere, Westbury and Massapequa. For information on The Bristal Assisted Living Communities, visit www.thebristal.com.

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Too much of a good thing can be harmful

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he skin is the body’s largest organ and when it soaks up the sun, it helps produce Vitamin D, which is vital to maintaining a healthy calcium balance, immunity, blood pressure and insulin secretion.

However, when skin is exposed to the sun for extended periods of time repeatedly, the risk can far outweigh the reward. That’s because excessive, ongoing sun exposure puts an individual at great risk for skin cancer.

According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, with more than one million skin cancers diagnosed annually. In fact, the number of new cases of skin cancer diagnosed each year in the U.S. exceeds the combined number of new cases of breast, prostate, lung and colon cancers that are diagnosed. Other risk factors include having many moles; having a fair complexion; and a personal or family history of skin cancer.

If you enjoy basking in the sun, whether sun bathing, gardening, exercising or playing a round of golf, the staff at South Nassau Communities Hospital urges you to adhere to the following sun safety steps recommended by the American Academy of Dermatologists (ADD): • Minimize exposure to the sun between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

• Apply sunscreen, with at least a SPF-15 that protects against both UVA and UVB rays, to all areas of the body exposed to the sun • Reapply sunscreen every two hours, even on cloudy days • Wear clothing that covers the body and shades the face • Avoid exposure to UV radiation from sunlamps or tanning parlors • Have an annual skin cancer screening The three types of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma, which is the deadliest form of skin cancer.

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer

and it usually shows up on the face, ears, scalp, neck, or upper body as a red patch; a pink, red, or white bump that is shiny or pearly; a crusty, open sore that will not heal; or a scar-like area.

Squamous cell carcinomas account for about two out of 10 skin cancers and commonly appear on sun-exposed areas of the body such as the face, ear, neck, lip, and back of the hands. Squamous cell carcinomas tend to be more aggressive than basal cell cancers and are more likely to be found in men than women.

As the deadliest form of skin cancer, melanoma requires aggressive and skillful treatment. Malignant melanomas are usually small brown-black or larger multicolored patches, plaques or nodules with irregular outline. They may crust on the surface or bleed. Many of them are found in pre-existing moles.

Surgery is the most common treatment option for skin cancer. Under the direction of Rajiv Datta, M.D., Medical Director of South Nassau Communities Hospital’s Cancer Center, South Nassau uses leading-edge surgical technologies to remove skin cancer. This includes electrodesiccation and curettage (an electric current that dehydrates the tumor and a surgical tool to remove the tumor); cryosurgery (freezing the tumor to kill it); micrographic surgery (removing the cancer with minimal disruption to normal tissue) and laser therapy (a highly focused beam of light that destroys only the cancer cells).

For more information about skin cancer surgery or South Nassau’s Cancer Program, call 1-877-SouthNassau.

South Nassau Communities Hospital, Oceanside 1-877-SouthNassau

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Comfort Keepers: Expanding to your community

Healthy lunches for a healthy school year

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by Oceanside resident Judy Geier.

Comfort Keepers is a worldwide franchise servicing Nassau County and surrounding areas. Its main goal is enabling independent living at home with respect and dignity.

Comfort Keepers aims to keep seniors in their own homes while providing nonmedical care and companionship. Although elders are the main focus, all adults are serviced, including pregnant women.

The many services provided by Comfort Keepers include conversation, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, errand services, grocery shopping, respite or relief for the family, medication reminders, grooming and dressing guidance, incidental transportation, laundry and lining washing, recreational activities and crafts, mail assistance and organization, periodic review and communication, and emergency monitor systems. Caregivers are certified by The Alzheimer’s Association of Long Island.

Each is equipped to meet the needs of any and all patients. All caregivers have cars and have been subject to criminal and DMV background checks. In addition, all employees are bonded and insured.

A free in-home client assessment is done so that your loved one is assured the correct caregiver “match” for his/her specific needs.

ack to school is an exciting time for children. New notebooks and clothes give children an opportunity to make a fresh start academically and socially. This can also be a time to make positive healthy changes to their diet.

Schools are only beginning to catch up with the need for healthier more nutritious foods, so depending on a hot lunch program to provide children with a well-balanced meal might not work out.

Sending your child to school with lunch will help ensure that they are getting the proper nutrition needed to look and feel their best.

Some healthy lunches ideas are: turkey on whole wheat bread, cut up vegetables and hummus, low-fat cheese, or a chicken wrap with avocado and low-fat dressing. Good snack ideas are obviously fruits and vegetables, but many companies now make 100-calorie varieties of your kid’s favorite snacks. This is a nice way to incorporate a treat with your child’s lunch but keep calories and fat in check.

Finally, talk with your child about healthy eating. The goal here is not to encourage weight-loss, but rather to explain the impact his/her diet has on overall health and well-being, which can directly impact their school year.

Comfort Keepers 516-442-2300 • CK786@comfortkeepers.com

Dr. Bo Rosenblat is a board-certified medical doctor with office locations in Hewlett, Great Neck, Brooklyn and Manhattan. For more information about Dr. Bo’s Diet, call 516-284-8248.

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Why wait for a fall to occur - our in-home physical therapy program is a pro-active approach to fall prevention.

Expert and highly trained staff help you get the most of your program with patience and compassion.

Create a unique program that caters to your needs, abilities and goals.

We work directly with your family, care givers and doctors, providing them with regular evaluations to track your progress.

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acular Degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of legal blindness among older Americans. It is characterized by degeneration of the macula associated with aging. Patients may notice blurring or distortion affecting their vision, or may have no symptoms. Dry AMD accounts for 85 percent of patients and is usually treated with Amsler Grid testing and vitamin supplements.

The more severe form is wet AMD where blood vessels grow under the macula which may leak fluid or blood. Without treatment, choroidal neovascularization will form a scar under the macula, which may permanently affect central vision. People may fear the loss of their independent lifestyle, because the loss of vision can make it hard to recognize faces, street signs, reading small print, or a newspaper, and family may not fully appreciate the lost vision since the eye looks normal from the outside.

New treatments for AMD have been directed at wet AMD. These include new lasers and injections (Lucentis or Avastin). Each treatment modality has its own advantages and disadvantages and should be tailored to the individual.

Dr. Stroh is a retina specialist in Rockville Centre who specializes in Macular Degeneration, Diabetes and other Retinal Disorders. He has published numerous articles and frequently lectures at national meetings, including The American Academy of Ophthalmology and Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. He can be reached at 516-536-9525 for appointments and consultations as well as second opinions.

Dr. Edward Stroh • Retina Consultants of Long Island 165 N. Village Ave., Suite 203, Rockville Centre • 516-536-9525

Couples who have had the opportunity to be cared for by our doctors know that they understand their predicament.

The team at GENESIS – including scientists, nurses, laboratory and operating room technicians, medical assistants, even the billing and administrative staff – have been thoroughly sensitized to the special needs of infertile couples.

We’ve made a priority of combining medical excellence with compassionate care.

The countless notes from patients that decorate our halls are testimony to the quality of the GENESIS program.

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e all have been told that flossing is important for the health of our teeth and gums. Flossing removes food and plaque that accumulates at the gum line and between teeth. Plaque is a soft and white accumulation of micro-organisms. It contains about 400 different species of bacteria, and billions of individual germs in each milligram. Flossing removes the plaque and the bacteria associated with it. In an effort to encourage his patients to continue to floss at home, Dr. Hasday, of Periodontology and Dental Implants of Rockville Centre, likes to tell his patients, “Only floss the teeth that you want to keep.” Humorously reminding them that healthy gums and good oral hygiene goes a long way in preserving a person’s teeth.

It also may surprise you to know that daily flossing has other health benefits. In fact, there’s an increasing amount of evidence linking periodontal disease to an increased risk of heart disease. Some researchers think that mouth infections, like any infections, can increase the levels of inflammatory substances in the blood, which can promote blood clots and slow blood flow to the heart. Another theory is that bacteria from a mouth infection can easily enter the bloodstream and impact your cardiovascular system.

In addition, flossing gives you the opportunity to regularly examine your mouth for any swelling or redness. Flossing gives you an opportunity to take a good look at your teeth, tongue, and gums. Certain conditions including some cancers and HIV/AIDS can cause lesions in your mouth and redness and swelling of the gums. Flossing gives you a daily look in your mouth that can give you life saving early detection.

So remember to continue to floss for your oral health as well as your overall health!

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Park Avenue announces new neuro rehabilitation program

Hope for couples trying to have a baby

ark Avenue Extended Care Facility has established what we believe is the finest Neuro Rehabilitation Program on the South Shore.

Created by Dr. Mihai Dimancescu of N.S.P.C. (Neurological Surgery, P.C.), it benefits those individuals in need of a specialized neurological program.

Dr. Dimancescu, the program’s coordinator, has amassed world wide recognition in the management of coma. Each client will be evaluated and a program for treatment designed for that individual. This program will greatly benefit those clients who have suffered a stroke and those who are recovering from traumatic brain injury.

Our staff has been trained in utilizing the latest equipment to assist in the recovery of brain disorders.

In addition to the mass suspension harness, we have acquired the QUADRICISER, a motorized total body therapy system. Since its introduction, many patients have made significant strides towards an improved quality of life. Through the use of motor and cables, those patients unable to walk are gently moved to simulate walking. This pattern of repetition stimulates the brain and improves muscle function. As the program progresses, we will be acquiring additional equipment in an effort to offer the finest rehabilitation possible. We intend to incorporate all equipment into our general rehabilitation program for the benefit of all.

In addition to our existing staff, we welcome Dr. Ivan Mikolaenko, F.A.A.N., who is board certified in Neurology and Neurocritical Care. He will be on staff to meet the needs of all our neurological patients.

We welcome any inquiries about our facility as well as offering tours to those who are considering Park Avenue for themselves or loved ones.

Park Avenue Extended Care Facility 425 National Blvd., Long Beach • 516-431-260

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hat happens when a family seemingly has everything, yet the one thing they are desperate for eludes them? GENESIS Fertility & Reproductive Medicine, the brainchild of Dr. Richard Grazi, is not a promise of happiness or a secret to prenatal success; it is however, a beacon of hope to some when it seems there is none left.

Dr. Grazi has brought his expertise in infertility to the Five Towns by establishing an office at 1175 West Broadway in Hewlett. Dr. Grazi is smart, soft-spoken, and very confident.

When asked why he chose this field, he immediately replied, “Mine is a field unlike any other. By virtue of the human drama that we deal with every day, we create new families. While it’s not often that we get to save a person’s life, we do get to change our patients’ lives. And that is a difference that is everlasting.”

He recalls, “The thought of becoming a doctor came late to me. I had an epiphany after my first year of medical school, when the first “test tube baby” was born. The birth of this one baby, and how it was accomplished, all seemed so exciting and fresh. It was something new, scientific but very artful, very out-of-the-box.”

For 25 years, Dr. Grazi and his expert staff consistently achieve and exceed national pregnancy rates while at the same time maintaining one of the lowest multi fetal pregnancy rates. Dr. Grazi proudly boasts however, that at GENESIS we treat patients and not statistics!

GENESIS is truly a masterpiece, a full-service infertility program open 365 days a year, and conveniently located in our community.

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Southwest Radiology welcomes Dr. Alan B. Greenfield

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lan B. Greenfield, M.D., is a board certified diagnostic radiologist with over 20 years of experience in interpreting all types of medical imaging studies, including MRI, CT scans, Ultrasound, Doppler exams, women’s imaging, and general radiology. Dr. Greenfield has recently relocated his radiology practice from Islandwide Medical Imaging in Long Beach to Southwest Radiology, located at 147 E. Merrick Road, in nearby Valley Stream.

Dr. Greenfield has spent more than a decade servicing the medical community in the Long Beach and surrounding towns, and has been a multiple recipient of the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce’s “Professional of the Month.” In addition to being committed to providing topnotch radiological interpretation, Dr. Greenfield has been an integral part of the community. He has mentored students from Long Beach High School, was a volunteer rescue worker at the 9/11 WTC site, as well as a rescue volunteer in Haiti during the earthquake of 2010.

Dr. Greenfield is proud to become part of the team at Southwest Radiology with Harvey Lefkowitz, M.D., and his staff. As part of a well-trained and compassionate team of radiologists, technologists and support staff patients are put first to deliver high quality care in the comfort of a modern, well appointed office setting. As always, prompt and accurate interpretation will be delivered to the referring physicians. In order to accommodate patient’s schedules, evening and weekend hours are also available.

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GENESIS Fertility & Reproductive Medicine 1175 West Broadway, Suite 24, Hewlett 516-216-4220 • www.genesisfertility.com

Cool Sculpting: A great new service available from Island Dermatology

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sland Dermatology has been providing dermatological care to Long Islanders for more than 23 years. The practice, which opened in 1989, has offices in both Long Beach and Amityville, and now provides care for more than 150,000 patients. By offering a wide range of services administered by a group of highly qualified professionals, Island Dermatology has distinguished itself as a trusted name in the Long Island medical community.

Island Dermatology is deeply invested in the well being of each of its patients. As a result, the practice offers a whole range of medical and cosmetic procedures that improve physical appearance as well as general health. After all, the doctors at Island Dermatology know that how you look on the outside can have a tremendous impact on your overall health.

So it is with great pleasure that Island Dermatology introduces its new Cool Sculpting procedure to patients across Long Island. In fact, the doctors are offering $200 off patients’ first Cool Sculpting treatment in celebration of the new procedure.

Cool Sculpting is a new, FDA approved, non-surgical procedure that reshapes your body non-invasively and without damaging surrounding tissue. The Island Dermatology team is proud to be at the forefront of this new advancement in cosmetic care.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, visit Island Dermatology online at www.islandderm.com or call one of their offices: (516) 432-0011 for Long Beach or (631) 598-5373 for Amityville.

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St. John’s Episcopal Hospital Offers STATE-OF-THE-ART HIGH QUALITY MRI SERVICES LARGEST CLINICAL FIELD-OF-VIEW • A MORE COMFORTABLE MRI EXAM SPACIOUS MAGNET • QUIETER EXPERIENCE Designed to increase patient comfort, the 71 centimeter aperture of St. John’s new MRI with an ultra-short, open bore provides ample room for patients to feel comfortable during exams. It also offers a wider range of exams to accommodate a great variety of patient needs.

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