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THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC

A SPECIAL PUBLICATION CREATED BY REPUBLIC MEDIA CUSTOM PUBLISHING

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HEALTHCARE NEWS YOU CAN USE FOR YOUR WHOLE FAMILY

Vol. 3, No. 4

April 2013

IN THIS ISSUE: COVER/06: CANCER 02: HEALTH-RELATED CAMPS FOR KIDS 03: FARMERS’ MARKETS 04: SUPPORT GROUPS/MEALS TO GO 05: SUPPORT GROUPS/DEALS 05: GERIATRIC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 06: EVENTS/CANCER (continued) 07: NEEDLE PHOBIA

RICK D’ELIA

HEALTHCARE News

New Banner Concussion Center Community Open House April 6 All community members — especially parents, high school and college athletes, athletic trainers, coaches and physicians — are invited to an Open House celebrating the opening of the new Banner Concussion Center. The Open House will take place on Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Attendees will be able to tour the state-of-the-art facility, meet the Center’s medical team and learn more about the services the Center will provide to the community. Athletes who attend the Open House and sign up for baseline testing will receive a discounted rate (see “Deals” on page 5 for more info).

Located at 1320 N. Tenth Street in Phoenix, the Center brings together a team of medical experts who have extensive experience in the management of concussions. The team consists of physicians, neuropsychologists, vestibular therapists, athletic trainers, audiologists and vision therapists who are all located in one facility. In addition, a multidisciplinary research team collaborates to research all facets of mild traumatic brain injury.

About baseline testing

Baseline testing for concussion gathers objective information regarding an individual’s normal, or baseline, brain function. Since normal brain function differs from person to person, baseline testing gives clinicians a point of reference when later evaluating the neurological impact of an injury.

Baseline testing uses computerized programs to measure the ability to recognize, remember and react to words and pictures. The results provide a fingerprint of sorts to illustrate how the brain functions in a non-concussed state. Since concussion can impact balance and vision, the Banner Concussion Center also offers comprehensive balance and visual integration testing to ensure a more complete and objective analysis of overall brain function. Balance testing evaluates a person’s center of gravity and sway index, while vision testing measures eye movement and tracking.

Info: bannerhealth.com/ BannerConcussionCenter

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Important info about five of the most commonly diagnosed cancers

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e asked local experts about incidence rates, risk factors and new therapies for some of the most commonly diagnosed cancers. Here’s what they had to say:

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Non-melanoma skin cancers

Incidence: The National Cancer Institute says more than 2.1 million Americans were treated for basal and squamous cell carcinomas in 2006, the latest year for which data is available.

FYI re risk factors: “Women under 40 are diagnosed with non-melanomas more often than men under 40, probably because of tanning,” said April O’Connor, the clinical cancer genetics program director at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert. “But men over 40 are diagnosed more often than women over 40, probably because of accumulated time spent outdoors.”

Reduce your risk: Avoid sunburns and protect yourself from exposure to the sun and ultraviolet rays. Also, check your skin regularly. Why? “Lesions that are ignored can spread and turn deadly,” said Paul Donovan, M.D., a medical oncologist with Palo Verde Cancer Specialists in Scottsdale.

“Up to 99 percent of non-melanoma skin cancers are cured by surgical removal.”

New treatments: Topical biologic medications can stimulate the immune system to fight cancer cells in skin, O’Connor explained, and in some cases, this can eliminate the need for surgical

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Coaches and athletes, in particular, need to be aware of the symptoms of concussion and not treat any head injury lightly.

April O’Connor, the Clinical Cancer Genetics Program Director at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert, is on the cutting edge of new ways of dealing with various cancers.

removal of a non-melanoma skin cancer.

She also said that retinoid (Vitamin A) therapy can inhibit proliferation of some types of cancerous skin cells.

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Breast cancer

Incidence: An American Cancer Society report indicates more than 234,000 women in the U.S. are expected to be diagnosed this year with breast cancer.

FYI re risk factors: Obesity after menopause is a known risk factor, O’Connor said, because fat cells produce estrogen and excess exposure to estrogen can cause breast (and other) cancers.

Reduce your risk: Farley Yang, M.D., a radiation oncologist with Arizona Center for Cancer Care in Scottsdale, recommends women have regular mammograms beginning at age 40. Also, women should strive to maintain a healthy weight, exercise and avoid hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or take the lowest possible dosage for the shortest time possible.

That’s because, according to Donovan, HRT is a risk factor for breast cancer, especially for women who take an estrogenprogesterone combination.

New treatments: Accelerated partial breast radiation using breast brachytherapy (where a radiation source is placed inside the area requiring treatment) is the latest in breast cancer radiation, Yang said. “In properly selected patients, it shortens the course of radiation to one week versus six weeks for external beam radiation.” O’Connor said that a class of drugs called PARP inhibitors has been developed that targets cancers caused by gene mutations. These drugs have shown promise in clinical trials.

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Diljeet Singh, M.D., DrPH, program director of gynecologic oncology, cancer prevention and integrative oncology at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, encourages healthy eating.

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Prostate cancer

Incidence: The American Cancer Society reports that nearly 239,000 American men are expected to be diagnosed this year with prostate cancer.

FYI re risk factors: While definitive risk factors are family history and advanced age, O’Connor said that smoking has also Continued on page 6 CANCER

FACTS ABOUT 6 IMPORTANT WHOOPING COUGH (PERTUSSIS) 1

Nearly 1,000 whooping cough cases were reported in Arizona last year

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Family members and/or caregivers are often the source of the disease

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Several counties are currently experiencing an outbreak of the disease

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Complications in infants can include pneumonia, seizures, brain damage and death

Create a protective “cocoon” around infants by making sure EVERYONE who comes in contact with your baby has been vaccinated

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Visit whyimmunize.org and/or talk to your doctor for vaccine information

Source: Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics

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KIDS Korner

Health-related camps for kids Contact camps for information on registration, program details, costs (if applicable) and requirements.

Camp Soaring Eagle A non-profit for kids diagnosed with cancer, HIV/AIDS, hemophilia and many other serious illnesses

AGES: 6-16 WHEN/WHERE: Variety of dates; Camp Verde as well as out-of-state trips INFO: campsoaringeagle.org; 928-284-9393 TH

Camp Tatiyee By the Lions Foundation

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AGES: Varies WHEN/WHERE: Variety of dates; Pinetop INFO: arizonalionscamp.org; 480-380-4254

Kids ‘n’ Cancer: Camp Agape By the Ladies Philoptochos Society for kids diagnosed with cancer

Happy campers!

Health-related camps let kids be kids and not patients

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ason Webb was a typical 13-year-old boy when teenage antics resulted in second- and third-degree burns across 35 percent of his body. It’s hard enough being a teenager — now he was different.

That’s when Camp Courage, sponsored by the Arizona Burn Foundation, entered Webb’s life and changed his entire outlook.

Today, he’s a head camp counselor at Camp Courage — and he’s also a firefighter for the City of Glendale.

A great escape

These typically week-long camps let kids meet other children who have been diagnosed with similar conditions. Kids can go swimming, ride horses, play sports or try a challenging ropes course. As a result, attendees build confidence and often become part of a tight social circle whose members understand that who you are as a person is not based on your past diagnosis.

Most camps are held at popular sites throughout northern Arizona, but some are as far away as New York. Often, as with Webb, camp counselors have (or have experienced) the same diagnosis as the campers, while trained staff includes medical professionals who

can assist campers with their physical and emotional needs.

“The medical piece is huge,” said Edward Perrin, M.D., a family physician and medical director of the Arizona Diabetes Association’s Camp AZDA. “There are paramedics, other physicians, nurses, dieticians and nurse practitioners [at Camp AZDA]. There’s also a diabetic counselor, and a significant part of the staff has diabetes themselves.”

“At home, scars defined you, while at camp, it wasn’t a topic of discussion.”

— Jason Webb

Part of life

Many children find that camp becomes a continuing part of their life even as they move into adulthood. For example, Perrin said that his camp experience was literally life-changing: he attended a diabetes camp as a child, stayed involved, eventually became a physician and now directs Camp AZDA.

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“It meant not being isolated and alone,” he said. “Seeing other kids [with similar issues] and understanding what you have in common [means] there are bonds you develop. There’s this weird, unspoken connection when you can talk about something and you don’t have to explain.

Everyone understands — it’s an amazing connection.”

Getting there

Every camp (see sidebar) has different registration guidelines and costs. Some, like Camp Courage, are free of charge thanks to year-round fundraising. Others, like the diabetes camp, offer reduced costs for some campers as well as payment plans.

Interested families can contact associations and support groups dedicated to their child’s particular diagnosis. Most pediatricians and family physicians also have connections with these groups, so be sure to ask your healthcare provider if they have any information.

In addition, the American Camp Association (ACA) has a searchable database of over 2,400 ACA-accredited camps. For more information, visit their website at acacamps.org.

AGES: See website WHEN/WHERE: May 30–June 2; Prescott INFO: kidsncancer.org; 415-431-2600

Camp Not-A-Wheeze By the American Lung Association for kids diagnosed with asthma

AGES: See website WHEN/WHERE: June 1–7; Prescott INFO: lungarizona.org; 602-258-7505

Camp AZDA By the Arizona Diabetes Association for kids diagnosed with diabetes

AGES: 8-16 WHEN/WHERE: June 8–15; Prescott INFO: diabetes.org; 602-861-4731

Camp Candlelight By the Epilepsy Foundation of Arizona for kids diagnosed with epilepsy

AGES: 8-15 WHEN/WHERE: June 9–15; Mayer INFO: epilepsyaz.org; 602-406-3581

Camp Courage By the Arizona Burn Foundation for kids who are/have been burn patients

AGES: 6-15 WHEN/WHERE: June 9–15; Prescott INFO: azburn.org; 602-230-2041

Camp Sunrise By the American Cancer Society for kids diagnosed with cancer

AGES: 8-16 WHEN/WHERE: July 21-27; Payson INFO: azcampsunrise.org; 602-778-7629

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Farmers’ markets offer locally grown food

A win-win: Farm-fresh food supports local economy

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lump red tomatoes. Juicy citrus. Locally grown green beans, carrots and kale.

These are just a few of the many foods that shoppers can often find at farmers’ markets across the state.

Margaree Bigler, the local foods representative for Local First Arizona and coordinator for Devour Phoenix, a coalition of locally owned restaurants in Phoenix operating under the umbrella of Local First Arizona, said that in general, the food sold at Arizona farmers’ markets is produced and grown locally.

“You can often shake the hand of the person who grew or produced your food, which is a huge benefit for a lot of people,” she said.

Supporting local growers

Natalie Morris, founder and owner of Good Food Allies, a farm support firm, said that in addition to farmers’ markets, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs are a great way for people to buy local produce directly from the farmers who grow them.

In a CSA program, a grower offers ‘shares’ to the public; a share is usually a weekly box of produce or other food items. Some local growers who participate in CSA programs include Maya’s Farm in Phoenix (mayasfarm.com), Desert Roots Farm in Queen Creek (desertrootsfarm. com) and Crooked Sky Farms in Phoenix (crookedskyfarms.com).

“People who want this food can purchase one of the shares [from the grower],” Morris said. “When someone commits to a CSA, they have pre-pledged their direct support to the farmer with whom they have made the agreement.”

Numerous benefits

The benefits of eating locally grown food are numerous, according to Bigler.

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“Locally grown food is fresh and seasonal, and the taste is unparalleled in my opinion,” she said. “There is also a higher transparency of information on how your food is grown and processed, meaning you can talk to the people producing the food to understand the processes they use.”

a variety of fruits and vegetables, local farmers’ markets also often feature other types of foods including breads, granola, honey, salsa, cheese, hummus and eggs.

“I try to shop the markets whenever I can,” she said. “I buy a wide variety of things, including soap, dog treats, chocolates, pickles and other fun things.”

“There is often live music and food trucks at farmers’ markets, along with an array of locally made food products to try.”

What about cost?

— Margaree Bigler Holiday Manning, co-owner of Holiday Farms in Tolleson, said that as a small business, their livelihood is based on their quality, name and reputation. She and her husband Jonathan sell strawberries, artichokes, seasonal onions, lettuce, potted vegetables, herbs and eggs every Saturday at Phoenix Public Market, a downtown Phoenix farmers’ market (see sidebar).

“We’re committed to ensuring quality for our customers,” Manning said. “If someone has a problem with something they bought from us, we’re going to make it right.”

Bigler noted that eating locally grown food directly supports a farmer or food producer, which she said helps to create a strong local economy and create jobs for people in the community.

More than fruits and veggies

Kimber Lanning, founder and director of Local First Arizona, said that along with

As for price, Bigler said she is able to get most of her produce at farmers’ markets at prices similar to or below what she would find at a grocery store.

“For anyone interested in making a shift to farmers’ markets, I would suggest making a list of your weekly food staples and going to the markets to check prices,” she said. “Compare the price, taste and ingredients to the staples you normally buy. Talk to producers to understand why there is a price difference if there is one.

Sometimes the trade-off of being able to have those conversations makes any extra cost worth it.”

Local farmers’ markets AHWATUKEE FARMERS’ MARKET

Sundays 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

4700 E. Warner Rd., Phoenix arizonafarmersmarkets.com

AVONDALE FARMERS’ MARKET

Saturdays 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

12325 W. McDowell Rd., Avondale arizonafarmersmarkets.com

CAREFREE FARMERS’ MARKET

Fridays 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Sundial Circle, Carefree arizonafarmersmarkets.com

CENTRAL FARMERS’ MARKET

Saturdays 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Central and Northern, Phoenix centralfarmersmarket.com

MESA COMMUNITY FARMERS’ MARKET

Fridays 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

260 N. Center St., Mesa arizonafarmersmarkets.com

OLD TOWN SCOTTSDALE FARMERS’ MARKET

Resources Arizona Community Farmers’ Markets Directory: localfirstaz.com Arizona Farm Bureau: azfb.org Benevilla Farmers’ Market: benevilla.org Gilbert Farmers’ Market: gilbertmarket.com

Saturdays 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

Brown and First Street, Scottsdale arizonafarmersmarkets.com

PEORIA FARMERS’ MARKET & ART STROLL

Sundays 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

10510 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria (Osuna Park) arizonafarmersmarkets.com

PHOENIX PUBLIC MARKET

Good Food Allies: goodfoodfinder.com Impeccable Plaza Farmers’ Market: arizonafarmersmarkets.com Roadrunner Park Farmers’ Market: arizonafarmersmarkets.com

Wednesdays 5–8 p.m.; Saturdays 8 a.m.–noon (May–Sept.); Saturdays 8 a.m.–1 p.m. (Oct.–April) Food Truck Friday, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

721 N. Central Ave., Phoenix foodconnect.org/phxmarket

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April Take advantage of more than 100 opportunities for you to meet others with similar issues and learn more about various aspects of your health – from A to Z. All groups and events are believed, but not guaranteed, to be free unless otherwise stated. Every effort has been made to verify accuracy, but please call before attending to confirm details.

WELLNESS BARIATRIC MEETINGS Various dates & times

By Banner Gateway 1900 N. Higley Rd., Gilbert 480-543-2606 TOBACCO CESSATION Various dates, times & locations 8-week program

By Scottsdale Healthcare Register: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636 WALKING GROUP Various dates

By Humana Guidance Center at Red Mountain Park 7745 E. Brown Rd., Mesa Register: 480-325-4707 WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY SEMINARS Various dates, times & locations

By St. Luke’s Medical Center Register: 800-248-5553

OSTEOARTHRITIS TREATMENTS April 18, 6–7 p.m.

Mountain Vista Medical Center 1301 S. Crismon Rd., Mesa Register: 877-924-9355 TOBACCO CESSATION April 18, 6–7 p.m.

Scottsdale Healthcare 7301 E. Fourth St., Scottsdale Register: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636 THYROID HEALTH EFFECTS April 19, 1–2 p.m.

Tempe Public Library 3500 S. Rural Rd., Tempe Register: 877-351-9355 MINIMALLY INVASIVE SPINE SURGERY April 20 & 27, 11 a.m.

By Laser Spine Institute 8888 E. Raintree Dr., Scottsdale Register: spineseminar.com; 866-811-3275 BACK PAIN SEMINAR April 24, 6–8 p.m.

John C. Lincoln 19841 N. 27 Ave., Phoenix 623-434-6265

WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY SEMINARS Various dates, times & locations

By Scottsdale Healthcare Register: bariatricsurgeryaz.com; 480-882-4636

STOP FOOT ABUSE April 25, 1–2 p.m.

By Scottsdale Healthcare at Civic Center Library 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale Register: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636

BLADDER HEALTH & INCONTINENCE April 3, 7–8 p.m.

Scottsdale Healthcare 9003 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale Register: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636

ALLERGIES & VALLEY FEVER April 29, noon–1 p.m.

Mountain Vista Medical Center 1301 S. Crismon Rd., Mesa Register: 877-924-9355

PET LOSS SUPPORT GROUP April 8, 9–10:30 a.m.

Humana Guidance Center 5943 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa 480-325-4707 SPASTICITY CLINIC April 9, 1–4 p.m.

HealthSouth Valley of the Sun 13460 N. 67 Ave., Glendale 623-878-8800 TOTAL JOINT REPLACEMENT April 10, 17 & 24, 9 a.m.

Banner Gateway 1900 N. Higley Rd., Gilbert 602-239-2273 PREVENTING FALLS SEMINAR April 10, 10–11 a.m.

Humana Guidance Center 5943 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa 480-325-4707 HEARTBURN & DIGESTIVE ISSUES April 10, 1–2 p.m.

By Scottsdale Healthcare at Appaloosa Library 7377 E. Silverstone Dr., Scottsdale Register: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636 BONE MEDS: PROS & CONS April 11, 1–2 p.m.

By Scottsdale Healthcare at Civic Center Library 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale Register: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636 MAKOPLASTY SEMINAR April 17, 6–7 p.m.

Arrowhead Hospital 18701 N. 67 Ave., Glendale Register: 855-292-9355; azhealthyhours.com NUTRITION IN CHINESE MEDICINE April 18, 1–2 p.m.

By Scottsdale Healthcare at Desert Foothills Library 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek Register: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636

HEART/STROKE CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE April 3, 10, 17 & 24, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Chandler Regional 1955 W. Frye Rd., Chandler 480-728-5414 ABCs OF CARDIOLOGY April 4, noon–1 p.m.

Mountain Vista Medical Center 1301 S. Crismon Rd., Mesa Register: 877-924-9355 STROKE SUPPORT April 11, 10 a.m.

Banner Thunderbird 5555 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale 602-230-2273 STROKE SUPPORT April 11, 1:30–3 p.m.

Banner Baywood 6644 E. Baywood Ave., Mesa 480-321-4790 STROKE SURVIVOR April 11, 2:30–4 p.m.

Chandler Regional 1875 W. Frye Rd., Chandler 480-728-5414 HEART-HEALTHY EATING April 16, 11 a.m.

Banner Heart Hospital 6750 E. Baywood Ave., Mesa 480-854-5401 STROKE SUPPORT April 23, 3–4 p.m.

Mountain Vista Medical Center 1301 S. Crismon Rd., Mesa Register: 877-924-9355 STROKE CAREGIVER April 25, 2:30–3:30 p.m.

Mercy Gilbert 3420 S. Mercy Rd., Gilbert 480-728-5414

DIABETES DIABETES SUPPORT Cardon Children’s Medical Center 1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa Call for dates & times: 480-412-4557 DIABETES SUPPORT April 6, 10 a.m.–noon Mayo Clinic 5777 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 480-342-1697 DIABETES SUPPORT April 8, 3–4 p.m.

Mountain Vista Medical Center 1301 S. Crismon Rd., Mesa Register: 877-924-9355

CAREGIVER SUPPORT (DUET) April 16, 12:30–2 p.m.

Church of the Beatitudes 555 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix 602-274-5022

TAI CHI April 9, 16, 23 & 30, 4:30 p.m.

Ironwood Cancer & Research 3855 S. Val Vista Dr., Gilbert Register: 480-855-2224

MEMORY SCREENING April 18, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

By Banner Alzheimer’s Institute 901 E. Willetta St., Phoenix Register: 602-230-2273

COLORECTAL April 9, 5:30 p.m.

Banner MD Anderson 2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Gilbert 480-256-4141

PLANNING AHEAD FOR CAREGIVERS April 18, 10 a.m.–noon Banner Sun Health Research Institute 10515 W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City Register: 602-230-2273

CANCER PREVENTION PRESCRIPTION April 10, 6–7:30 p.m.

Banner Gateway 1900 N. Higley Rd., Gilbert Register: 602-230-2273

SUPPORT GROUP Lunch provided April 21, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

St. Joseph’s Huger Mercy 2345 W. Orangewood Ave., Phoenix 623-406-5600

COPING WITH CANCER April 10 & 24, 6:30 p.m.

Banner Thunderbird 5555 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale 602-865-5450

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DIABETES SUPPORT April 11, 1–2 p.m.

St. Luke’s Medical Center 1800 E. Van Buren St., Phoenix Register: 877-351-9355

HEALTHY COOKING DEMONSRATION April 3, 10–11 a.m.

Humana Guidance Center 5943 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa 480-325-4707

ENDOCRINOLOGY 101 April 15, noon–1 p.m.

Mountain Vista Medical Center 1301 S. Crismon Rd., Mesa Register: 877-924-9355

KNEE & HIP ARTHRITIS April 9, 10–11 a.m.

Devonshire Senior Center 2802 E. Devonshire Ave., Phoenix Register: 877-351-9355

DIABETES SUPPORT April 16, 3–4 p.m.

Banner Baywood 6644 E. Baywood Ave., Mesa 480-321-4578

MEDICATION CHECKS April 9, 10–11 a.m.

Tempe St. Luke’s 1500 S. Mill Ave., Tempe Register: 877-351-9355

DIABETES PUMPERS April 16, 7–8 p.m.

By Mercy Gilbert at Rome Towers 1760 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert 480-728-3535

PREVENTIVE SCREENINGS April 17, noon–1 p.m.

Mountain Vista Medical Center 1301 S. Crismon Rd., Mesa Register: 877-351-9355

DIABETES/PREDIABETES April 17, 7–8 p.m.

By Scottsdale Healthcare at Barnes & Noble 10500 N. 90 St., Scottsdale Register: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636

WOMEN & CANCER TEA PARTY April 3, 2–4 p.m.

By St. Joseph’s and Face in the Mirror Foundation Call for location: 480-443-1344

ALZHEIMER’S/ DEMENTIA COMPASS FOR CAREGIVERS Various dates & times Banner Alzheimer’s Institute 901 E. Willetta St., Phoenix Register: baiinfo@bannerhealth.com; 602-839-6850

GYNECOLOGIC April 9, 5–6:15 p.m.

Banner Desert 1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa 480-412-4673

CAREGIVER SUPPORT April 4 & 18, 1:30–3 p.m.

St. Luke’s 1500 S. Mill Ave., Tempe Register: 877-351-9355

YOUNG WOMEN’S SUPPORT April 9, 6:30 p.m.

Banner Thunderbird 5555 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale 602-865-5450

MAKING MUSIC & MEMORIES April 5, 10–11:30 a.m.

Pyle Adult Recreation Center 655 E. Southern Ave., Tempe Register: baiinfo@bannerhealth.com; 602-839-6850 SUPPORT GROUP April 5, 12:30–2 p.m.

Banner Alzheimer’s Institute 901 E. Willetta St., Phoenix Register: baiinfo@bannerhealth.com; 602-839-4617 PLANNING AHEAD FOR CAREGIVERS April 8, 4–6 p.m.

Banner Alzheimer’s Institute 901 E. Willetta St., Phoenix Register: baiinfo@bannerhealth.com; 602-839-6850

LUNG April 13, 1–3 p.m.

By St. Joseph’s at The Wellness Community 360 E. Palm Ln., Phoenix 602-712-1006 CAVE CREEK SUPPORT April 14, 10 a.m.–noon

By Scottsdale Healthcare at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek Register: 480-488-3283 LARYNGECTOMY April 16, 4–5 p.m.

Banner Boswell 13180 N. 103 Dr., Sun City 623-832-5349 KIDS CAN COPE April 16, 7 p.m.

Banner Thunderbird 5555 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale 602-865-5450 ORAL, HEAD & NECK April 17, 4:30–6:30 p.m.

Banner Desert 1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa 480-412-4673 LARYNGECTOMY April 18, 1 p.m.

Banner MD Anderson 2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Gilbert 480-256-4141 COLORECTAL April 18, 6 p.m.

Banner Thunderbird 5555 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale 602-865-5450

CANCER SUPPORT

ESOPHAGEAL April 18, 6–7:30 p.m.

Banner Good Samaritan 1111 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix 602-839-4970

YOGA Various dates & times Banner MD Anderson 2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Gilbert 480-256-4141

ORAL, HEAD & NECK April 18, 6:30–8 p.m.

Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center 10460 N. 92 St., Scottsdale 602-439-1192

YOGA/MEDITATION April 4 & 18, 6–8 p.m.

By John C. Lincoln and The Wellness Community 19841 N. 27 Ave., Phoenix 602-712-1006

COOKING FOR YOUR HEALTH April 22, 6 p.m.

Banner Good Samaritan 1111 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix 602-712-1006

LOOK GOOD, FEEL BETTER April 8, 5:30–7:30 p.m.

By Ironwood Cancer & Research 1432 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa Register: 480-855-2224

WHEN WILL WE FIND A CURE? April 12, 10:30 a.m.–noon

By Banner Alzheimer’s Institute at Ahwatukee Recreation Center 5001 E. Cheyenne Dr., Phoenix Register: 602-230-2273

JOURNEY TO WELLNESS April 11, 4:30 p.m.

Banner MD Anderson 2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Gilbert 480-256-4141

PROSTATE CANCER (US TOO) April 8, 7 p.m.

St. Joseph’s 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 623-242-3131

I CAN COPE April 22, 6 p.m.

Banner Thunderbird 5555 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale 602-865-5450 LIVING & COPING April 25, 4:30 p.m.

Banner MD Anderson 2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Gilbert 480-256-4141

BREAST CANCER BOSOM BUDDIES SUPPORT GROUPS Various dates, times & locations Ahwatukee/Chandler: 480-893-8900 East Valley: 480-969-4119 Scottsdale: 623-236-6616 West Valley: 623-979-4279 THRIVE! YOUNG SURVIVOR GROUP April 9, 6–8 p.m.

By John C. Lincoln, The Wellness Community and Southwest Ambulance 19646 N. 27 Ave., Phoenix 602-712-1006 LEARN & SUPPORT April 12 & 26, 6–8 p.m.

By John C. Lincoln and The Wellness Community 19646 N. 27 Ave., Phoenix 602-712-1006 SUPPORT GROUP April 23, 5–6:15 p.m.

Banner Desert 1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa 480-412-4673 SUPPORT GROUP April 23, 5:30 p.m.

Banner MD Anderson 2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Gilbert 480-256-4141 TRIPLE NEGATIVE April 24, 5:30 p.m.

Banner Good Samaritan 1111 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix Register: 602-712-1006 CIRCLE OF HELP April 25, 6–8 p.m.

By Bosom Buddies at John C. Lincoln 19646 N. 27 Ave., Phoenix advancedbreastcancer@gmail.com; 623-236-6616 SEXUALITY & INTIMACY April 30, 6–8 p.m.

By John C. Lincoln & The Wellness Community 19841 N. 27 Ave., Phoenix 602-712-1006 METASTATIC SUPPORT May 1, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

Banner Desert 1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa.

480-412-4673

PARKINSON’S DANCE, EXERCISE, YOGA, ART & TAI CHI Various dates, times & locations

By Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center Register: 602-406-6903 PARKINSON’S April 8, 10–11:30 a.m.

Banner Sun Health Research 10515 W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City 602-942-9008 CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP (DUET) April 10, 1:30–3 p.m.

Church of the Beatitudes 555 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix 602-274-5022 GOOD START LECTURE April 12, 2–3:30 p.m.

Banner Sun Health Research 10515 W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City 623-832-6587 PARKINSON’S & PARTNERS April 22, 10–11:30 a.m.

Banner Sun Health Research 10515 W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City 602-942-9008 DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION April 25, 10:30 a.m.

Banner Sun Health Research 10515 W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City 623-832-5328 CAREGIVERS SUPPORT April 29, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Banner Sun Health Research 10515 W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City 623-832-5328

Healthy food selections on-the-go

Being on the go doesn’t have to mean forgoing your health

ABRAZO HEALTH CARE

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Seared Salmon Spinach Walnut Salad

Six Abrazo Health Care hospitals offer over twenty healthy meal selections that are good for you — and your wallet.

brazo Health Care has recently expanded its popular Meals to Go program.

Originally created for individuals with diabetes or heart conditions, the meals have proven to be a hit with anyone looking for a healthy, affordable meal that you can pop in the microwave.

Each meal is created with the guidance and nutritional evaluation of hospital dietitians to ensure that they are tasty, but are also healthy and under 500 calories.

How to order

• Call 602-923-5660 or visit abrazohealth.com/mealstogo • Make your meal selections • Pay online or at time of pickup • Meals must be ordered 24 hours in advance

When to pick-up your meals Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Cost

$7 per meal

BY PAULA HUBBS COHEN

Menu items • • • • • •

• • • • • • • • •

Almond Chicken Beef Pot Roast Chicken, Shrimp* or Beef* Fajitas Grilled Chicken Breast Herb Baked Cod Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Penne with Grilled Salmon or Grilled Chicken* Roasted Turkey Rosemary Pork Loin Fresh Spinach Walnut Salad with Seared Salmon, Chicken* or Shrimp* Turkey or Beef* Meatballs with Marinara and Whole Wheat Spaghetti Orange Chicken* Beef or Chicken Southwestern Salad or Wrap* Chicken Caesar Salad or Wrap* Homestyle Meatloaf* Shrimp*, Pork* or Vegetable Chop Suey *New menu item

Additional info

All meals are freezable or can be kept in the refrigerator for up to five days from pickup. In addition, all meals can be created vegetarian upon request.

Where to pick-up your meals ARIZONA HEART HOSPITAL, PHOENIX

1930 E. Thomas Rd.

ARROWHEAD HOSPITAL, GLENDALE

18701 N. 67 Ave. Park in front; main lobby; cafeteria on right.

MARYVALE HOSPITAL, PHOENIX

5102 W. Campbell Ave. Third-floor parking; third-floor lobby; elevators to first floor; right to cafeteria.

PARADISE VALLEY HOSPITAL, PHOENIX

3929 E. Bell Rd. Park in front; main lobby; proceed to cafeteria.

PHOENIX BAPTIST HOSPITAL, PHOENIX

2000 W. Bethany Home Rd. General parking; main lobby; cafeteria on left.

WEST VALLEY HOSPITAL, GOODYEAR

13677 W. McDowell Rd. Visitor parking; main lobby; straight to cafeteria.

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BREASTFEEDING NURSING MOMS SUPPORT Various dates & times Banner Del E. Webb 14502 W. Meeker Blvd., Sun City West 602-230-2273 BREASTFEEDING April 3, 10, 17 & 24, 11 a.m.

Chandler Regional 1875 W. Frye Rd., Chandler 480-728-5414 BREASTFEEDING April 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10 a.m.

Mercy Gilbert 3555 S. Val Vista Dr., Gilbert 480-728-5414 BREASTFEEDING April 8, 15, 22 & 29, 10–11:30 a.m.

St. Joseph’s 350 W. Thomas, Phoenix 602-406-4954 LACTATION SUPPORT April 8, 15, 22 & 29, 1–2 p.m.

Banner Estrella 9201 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 623-327-8001 BREASTFEEDING April 9 & 23, 10 a.m.

Banner Ironwood 37000 N. Gantzel Rd., San Tan Valley 480-394-4000 BREASTFEEDING April 11, 18 & 25, 1–2:30 p.m.

Banner Desert 1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa 480-412-3035 BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT April 15, 6–7:30 p.m.

Banner Good Samaritan 1111 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix 602-839-3502

PARENTING GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN (DUET) Various dates, times & locations 602-274-5022 POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION April 3, 10, 17 & 24, 1–2:30 p.m.

Chandler Regional 1875 W. Frye Rd., Chandler 480-728-5414 PREGNANCY & POSTPARTUM April 9, 16, 23 & 30, 10–11:30 a.m.

Banner Desert 1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa 480-412-5292 POSTPARTUM SUPPORT April 9 & 23, 11 a.m.

Banner Thunderbird 5555 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale 602-865-5908 NEWBORN PARENTING April 9, 2–3:30 p.m.

Banner Baywood 6644 E. Baywood Ave., Mesa 480-321-4455 PREGNANCY, PARENTING & PLAY April 9, 16, 23 & 30, 7–9 p.m.

Banner Baywood 6644 E. Baywood Ave., Mesa 480-321-4455 SUPPORT THROUGH OTHER PARENTS (STOP) April 9, 16, 23 & 30, 7–9 p.m.

Larkspur Christian Church 3302 W. Larkspur Dr., Phoenix 623-846-5464 BIRTH PARENT SUPPORT April 23, 6–8 p.m.

St. Joseph’s 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 888-818-4445

RESPIRATORY ASTHMA SUPPORT GROUP Cardon Children’s Medical Center 1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa Call for dates & times: 480-412-7902 LUNG TRANSPLANT SUPPORT April 9, 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m.

St. Joseph’s 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 623-406-7009 RESPIRATORY April 11, 1:30 p.m.

Banner Boswell 13180 N. 103 Dr., Sun City 623-832-5708 BETTER BREATHERS April 17, 2–3 p.m.

Chandler Regional 1875 W. Frye Rd., Chandler 480-728-5414 BETTER BREATHERS April 25, 1:30 p.m.

John C. Lincoln 250 E. Dunlap Ave., Phoenix 602-870-6060

BRAIN BRAIN INJURY & CAREGIVER April 4, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

HealthSouth Valley of the Sun 13460 N. 67 Ave., Glendale 602-508-8024 APHASIA April 9 & 23, 10–11 a.m.

Banner Boswell 13180 N. 103 Dr., Sun City 623-972-4263 SYRINGO & CHIARI April 18, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

St. Joseph’s Outpatient Rehab 114 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 623-561-9606 BRAIN TUMOR April 23, 6–8 p.m.

St. Joseph’s 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 623-205-6446

PAIN SUPPORT GROUPS CHRONIC PAIN April 10 & 24, 6:30–8 p.m.

By American Chronic Pain Association at Via Linda Senior Center 10440 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale 480-314-2330 PAIN SUPPORT GROUP April 11 & 25, 6–8 p.m.

HealthSouth Valley of the Sun 13460 N. 67 Ave., Glendale 623-334-5437 CHRONIC PAIN April 12 & 26, 6–8 p.m.

By American Chronic Pain Association at Catholic Outreach Center 12301 W. Bell Rd., Surprise 602-532-2981

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT GROUPS AMPUTEE SUPPORT April 9, 6–7 p.m.

HealthSouth Valley of the Sun 13460 N. 67 Ave., Glendale 602-334-5358 HUNTINGTON’S April 15, 6–8 p.m.

St. Joseph’s 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 602-406-4931 KIDNEY & LIVER TRANSPLANT April 16, 3–4 p.m.

Banner Good Samaritan 1111 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix 602-839-7000

VESTIBULAR April 18, noon Banner Good Samaritan 1111 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix 602-839-2317

SUPPORT GROUP April 12, 2:30–4 p.m.

Mountain Vista Medical Center 1301 S. Crismon Rd., Mesa Register: 877-351-9355

MEN’S DISABILITY ISSUES April 18, 5:30–7 p.m.

Disability Empowerment Center 5025 E. Washington St., Phoenix 602-980-3232; donp@abil.org

CAREGIVER SUPPORT April 24, 2:30–3:30 p.m.

St. Luke’s Medical Center 1800 E. Van Buren St., Phoenix Register: 877-351-9355

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS (WOMEN) April 27, 10 a.m.

St. Joseph’s 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 480-829-6563

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

CAREGIVERS ONLINE NETWORKING (DUET) Various dates & times Register: DuetAZ.org (Events tab) 602-274-5022 SUPPORT GROUPS (DUET) Various dates, times & locations 602-274-5022 SUPPORT GROUP April 8 St. Joseph’s Outpatient Rehab 114 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix Call for time: 602-406-6688

‘ANONYMOUS’ MEETINGS Al-Anon; Alcoholics; Cocaine; Depression; Heroin; ObsessiveCompulsive Various dates & times Banner Behavioral Health 7575 E. Earll Dr., Scottsdale Info: bannerhealth.com AL-ANON & ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS April 13, 20 & 27, 7 p.m.

Banner Thunderbird 5555 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale Info: bannerhealth.com

HEALTHCARE Deals DeRosa Medical

WHAT: Series of six weekly lipovite injections; delivers essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids THE DEAL: Normally $100; only $80 DATES VALID: April 2013 HOW TO GET THE DEAL: Call 480-619-4097 WHERE: DeRosa Medical; three locations are listed at derosamedical.com

John C. Lincoln

WHAT: Julia Eastman, L.A.c., DOM, CCH, a John C. Lincoln Specialist in Natural Medicine, offers healthcare alternatives with a holistic approach using natural remedies and oriental practices to restore balance to body, mind and spirit.

THE DEAL: Mention “Living Well’ and receive 20% off initial acupuncture session plus a free Acugraph ($50 value) DATES VALID: April 1 through December 31, 2013 HOW TO GET THE DEAL: Call for appointment: 602-264-7630 WHERE: 9225 N. Third St., Suite 103, Phoenix

Van Dyke Laser & Skin

WHAT: Spring Open House at Van Dyke Laser & Skin THE DEAL: Attend solo and receive a 10% discount on prepaid products and procedures or bring a friend and receive a 15% discount; silent auction and raffle items to benefit JDRF Arizona DATES VALID: Saturday April 6; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

HOW TO GET THE DEAL:VisitSpringOpenHouseatVanDykeLaser&Skin WHERE: Van Dyke Laser & Skin, 5206 N. Scottsdale Rd., Paradise Valley

Banner Concussion Center

WHAT: Baseline concussion testing for cognitive function, balance, visual integration and coordination THE DEAL: $10 off two or more baseline concussion tests DATES VALID: April 8 through May 8 HOW TO GET THE DEAL: Call Banner Concussion Center for appointment: 602-839-7285 WHERE: 1320 N. Tenth St., Phoenix

HealthSouth Valley of the Sun Rehab

WHAT: A licensed physical therapist will screen post-stroke patients for functional mobility changes and provide recommendations.

THE DEAL: Free DATES VALID: April 18; 10:15 a.m. to noon HOW TO GET THE DEAL: Call for appointment: 623-878-8800 WHERE: HealthSouth Valley of the Sun Rehab Hospital, 13460 N. 67th Ave., Glendale

Barrow Neurological Institute

WHAT: Seminar on “Treating Tremor” presented by Dr. Rohit Dhall and Dr. Francisco Ponce from Barrow Neurological Institute THE DEAL: Free DATES VALID: Saturday April 27; registration at 9:30 a.m. with continental breakfast HOW TO GET THE DEAL: RSVP to Meg Lambert: 602-406-3755 WHERE: Sun Lakes Community Center, 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes

Geriatric Behavioral Health: Treating The Whole Person Seminar for healthcare professionals sponsored by the Arizona Geriatric Education Center and the ASU College of Nursing and Health Innovation Dates and Locations:

• April 17: Black Canyon Conference Center 9440 N. 25th Ave., Phoenix • April 24: YWCA Leadership Center 525 N. Bonita Ave., Tucson

Topics Include:

• Moving beyond the mind and body to incorporate the spirit • The importance of the animal-human connection • Recognizing and curtailing relationship bullying among older adults • The CMS Initiative: Alternatives to decrease atypical antipsychotics • Mental health needs of patients and families at the end of life • Electroconvulsive therapy and older adults

Cost:

Registration costs vary for members, non-members, students and others.

See website for details.

Information:

arizonageriatrics.org; 602-265-0211

INFO Online ABRAZO HEALTH CARE (AZ Heart Institute and AZ Heart, Arrowhead, Maryvale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix Baptist and West Valley hospitals): abrazohealth.com

LASER SPINE INSTITUTE: laserspineinstitute.com

BANNER HEALTH: bannerhealth.com

MOUNTAIN VISTA MEDICAL CENTER: mvmedicalcenter.com

BARNET DULANEY PERKINS EYE CENTER: goodeyes.com

PHOENIXCHILDREN’SHOSPITAL: phoenixchildrens.com

BARROW NEUROLOGICAL INSTITUTE:thebarrow.org

MAYO CLINIC: mayoclinic.com MERCY GILBERT MEDICAL CENTER: mercygilbert.org

SCOTTSDALE HEALTHCARE: shc.org

CARDON CHILDREN’S MEDICAL CENTER: bannerhealth.com

ST. JOSEPH’S HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER: stjosephs-phx.org

CHANDLER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER: chandlerregional.org

ST. LUKE’S MEDICAL CENTER, PHOENIX: stlukesmedcenter.com

HEALTHSOUTHREHABILITATION: healthsouth.com

TEMPE ST. LUKE’S HOSPITAL: tempestlukeshospital.com

JOHN C. LINCOLN HOSPITAL: jcl.com

BARIATRIC PROGRAM Hear about medical & surgical treatments for obesity.

THURS., APR 4:

Banner Children’s Fit Kid Festival: Learn how to stay active, healthy, and safe.

TUES., APR 16: 6-6:45PM

Saturday, April 13 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Westgate Entertainment District, Glendale

(480) 342-2869 MayoClinic.org/Arizona

RSVP: (602) 230-CARE (2273) or www.BannerHealth.com/Events

6-6:45PM

All of my big plans were put on hold when I thought I had a bad cold and it turned out to be heart failure.

After a heart transplant, I feel lucky to be here. My answer was Mayo Clinic.

Adam Janusz

At Mayo Clinic, Adam was diagnosed with giant cell myocarditis, a devastating disease that often affects young, otherwise healthy people. He was outfitted with a Bi-Ventricular Assist Device (BVAD) and was able to go home to wait for his new heart. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit mayoclinic.org/arizona or call 1-800-446-2279.

Visit mayoclinic.org/arizona

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TOP Events

CANCER

BANNER HEALTH

We recommend that you take advantage of what our collective community has to offer to learn something new, gain a new perspective, meet with some experts, or just plain have some healthrelated fun. Please note that every effort has been made to confirm details, however, we always suggest that you call ahead to confirm.

April 4 Improve Your Golf Game With Your Feet

April 12 Guardianship Clinic

April 20 Infertility Seminar

WHAT: Learn about common foot injuries and how your feet affect your handicap. Presented by Susan Erredge, DPM, a board-certified podiatrist and avid golfer.

WHERE: IronOaks Country Club, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd., Sun Lakes TIME: 11 a.m.–noon COST: Free INFO: 877-351-9355

WHAT: Grandparents can get guidance on how to become a legal guardian of grandchildren including the legal process, paperwork and more. Offered

by Duet.

WHERE: Church of the Beatitudes, 555 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix TIME: 3–5 p.m.

COST: Free REGISTER: 602-274-5022, ext. 44

April 6 Run the Runway 5K Run/ Walk & Kids’ Dash

April 13 Banner Children’s Fit Kid Festival

WHAT: Meet with experts and find out why conceiving might be more difficult than you thought and what some of the latest options are for treatment.

WHERE: Banner Thunderbird, 5555 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale TIME: 9 a.m.–noon COST: Free INFO: 602-230-2273

WHAT: Playworks presents the first Run the Runway event, held at the Scottsdale Airport. Kids will get a chance to stretch their legs and exercise, and might even run into the Phoenix Suns Gorilla and/ or Big Red from the Cardinals.

WHERE: Scottsdale Airport, 15000 N. Airport Dr., Scottsdale TIME: 7:30 a.m. registration COST: $40 for day-of-race registration; visit website for more info INFO: getsetaz.com; runningmasters.net

WHAT: Health info, entertainment, games, inflatables, giveaways and more. Complete stations in the activity, health and safety zones to receive a Banner Children’s Fit Kid Pack. First 1,000 to pre-register receive a free bike helmet.

WHERE: Westgate Entertainment District, 6770 N. Sunset Blvd., Glendale TIME: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

COST: Free INFO/REGISTER: 602-230-2273; bannerhealth.com/events

April 13 5th Annual Gluten-Free Expo

April 7 2013 Kidney Walk WHAT: Non-competitive 5K walk focuses on education and prevention of kidney disease.

Sponsored by the National Kidney Foundation of Arizona; proceeds benefit patient programs and services.

WHERE: Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix TIME: Registration starts at 7 a.m.; walk at 9 a.m.

COST: Free INFO: 602-840-1644; azkidney.org

WHAT: Learn about gluten-free products and services from dozens of vendors. Presentations from physicians as well as info about local restaurants that offer gluten-free menus. Sponsored by the Greater Phoenix Chapter of the Celiac Disease Foundation.

WHERE: DoubleTree Resort, 5401 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale TIME: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

COST: $10; children 10 and under free; separate cash-only fee (or pre-pay online) for physician seminar; visit website for more info INFO: phoenixglutenfreeexpo.com

April 27 Teen Health Event WHAT: Learn about teenspecific health and safety topics including bullying, drug addiction, internet safety, body image and eating disorders.

For parents and teens.

WHERE: Banner Thunderbird, 5555 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale TIME: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

COST: Free REGISTER: 602-230-2273

May 1 Application deadline Health Career Institute for High School Students WHAT: Attendees participate in hands-on labs in nearly two-dozen health-related fields, interact with faculty, take a behind-the-scenes field trip to Arrowhead Hospital and participate in an emergency response workshop with the Glendale Fire Department.

For students interested in healthcare-related careers.

Space is limited; applications required.

WHERE: Midwestern University, 19555 N. 59th Ave., Glendale WHEN: Camp is July 11-20; application deadline is May 1 COST: Free INFO: 623-572-3298; midwestern.edu/ azhealthcareersinstitute

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Look for Livingwell a-z on the first Wednesday of each month!

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Each month, we bring you local health information you can use to keep you and your family living well. From A to Z, we tackle a broad range of health issues and offer tips for keeping your healthcare costs in check. This publication is produced by Republic Media Custom Publishing.

For questions concerning any content included in this publication please contact: Editor Paula Hubbs Cohen, Paula.Cohen@cox.net or call 602-444-8658.

been implicated. In addition, if a man’s PSA (prostate-specific antigen) number changes almost every time the blood test is performed, with larger fluctuations in the number being more concerning, O’Connor said that could indicate the cells are not functioning normally. “And that is a potential risk factor,” she said.

Reduce your risk: Get your PSA checked per your doctor’s advice.

New treatments: The drug Xtandi is an androgen receptor inhibitor recently approved by the FDA for the treatment of patients with metastatic prostate cancer.

“When someone has cancer, a healthy lifestyle can reduce the need for more procedures and interventions and improve the chance of a cure.”

— Diljeet Singh, M.D., DrPH

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Lung cancer

Incidence: The American Cancer Society says more than 228,000 Americans are likely to be diagnosed with lung cancer this year, including about 4,000 Arizonans.

FYI re risk factors: “Lung cancer occurs more often in men,” O’Connor said, “but women are at higher risk for non-smoking-related lung cancers. It’s believed estrogen may play a role, but it’s not clear precisely how.”

Reduce your risk: Don’t smoke and avoid exposure to second-hand smoke.

New treatments: A targeted therapy can disable the functioning of a specific gene known as the ALK gene that can fuel the growth of lung tumors in a small percentage of people, O’Connor explained. In most people, this gene is not functioning, she said. But in those patients where a blood test has determined that the gene is active, a new drug called Crizotinib may be helpful in disabling the function of the gene, thus slowing the growth of the cancer.

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Reducing your overall cancer risk Eating packaged, processed foods feeds the biologic process that can lead to the development of and progression of cancer, said Diljeet Singh, M.D., DrPH, program director of cancer prevention and integrative oncology at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert. Singh, who is also the program director of gynecologic oncology at Banner MD Anderson, encourages her patients to eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats such as olive oil. All of these foods contain phytonutrients that help the body protect and repair itself.

FYI re risk factors: Along with advancing age (90 percent of those diagnosed are 50 or older), additional risk factors include a personal history of colon polyps, inflammatory intestinal conditions such as Crohn’s disease, a family history of colon cancer, regularly eating a low-fiber/high-fat diet and having a sedentary lifestyle.

Reduce your risk by: Many cancer experts, including Yang and Donovan, consider colorectal cancer to be the third most deadly cancer in the U.S., but it can be detected in its early stages (or even before cancer cells are identified) by a colonoscopy. Therefore, ask — and follow — your doctor’s advice on when you should have a colonoscopy. Also, don’t smoke since chronic irritation of cells and increased cell death from cigarette smoke is linked to colon cancer, O’Connor said.

New treatments: The American Cancer Society reports that a drug called Zaltrap was recently approved by the FDA to treat advanced colon cancer. The drug is a protein that can stop tumors from making new blood vessels.

Colorectal cancer

Incidence: Approximately 143,000 cases will be diagnosed in the U.S. this year, according to the American Cancer Society.

Resources American Cancer Society: cancer.org National Cancer Institute: cancer.gov National Comprehensive Cancer Network: nccn.org

EXPERTS GYNECOLOGY/OBSTETRICS Pooja Shah, MD Dr. Shah specializes in low and high risk pregnancies, contraceptive options, in-office procedures and reproductive care. She enjoys providing education, treatment and continuity of care to both adult and adolescent women and believes in working in cooperation with them to provide compassionate health care. She completed her medical education and residency at the University of Illinois School of Medicine in Chicago and is a member of American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. Shah has been in practice since 2009.

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Banner Health Clinic Specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology 6242 E. Arbor Ave. Suite 123 • Mesa 480.543.6754 • www.BannerHealth.com/BMG-BaywoodOBGYN

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EXPERTS CANCER CARE

GYNECOLOGY/OBSTETRICS Kelly V. Dale, MD Dr. Dale is an obstetrician/gynecologist who is dedicated to all aspects of women’s health. She specializes in menstrual disorders, contraception and minimally invasive and vaginal surgery. Dr. Dale received her medical degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of California Medical Center in Los Angeles where she received the Outstanding Research Presentation Award. Her care philosophy is to give her patients both education and care in a way that provides understanding and comfort to women through all stages of their lives.

Banner Health Clinic Specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology 6242 E. Arbor Ave. Suite 123 • Mesa 480.543.6754 • www.BannerHealth.com/BMG-BaywoodOBGYN

Jeffrey A. Van Lier Ribbink, MD, FACS A board-certified surgeon specializing in endocrine, pancreas, oncologic, gastrointestinal, minimally invasive and advanced laparoscopic surgery, Dr.Van Lier Ribbink is clinical director of the Center for Endocrine and Pancreas Surgery at Scottsdale Healthcare and director of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area Endocrine Tumor Conference.

In addition to being a high volume pancreas surgeon, Dr.Van Lier Ribbink also performs a high volume of endocrine surgery involving thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal and gastrointestinal neuroendocrine surgery. His interest in these fields arose during his six years of residency training in surgery at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota.

Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center at Scottsdale Healthcare 10460 N 92nd St., #401, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 (480) 323-1280 / www.shc.org/cancer www.vanlierribbinkmd.com

CATARACT & REFRACTIVE SURGERY Scott A. Perkins, MD

As a nationally recognized ophthalmologist with Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Dr. Perkins has performed more than 50,000 cataract surgeries and more than 10,000 vision correction procedures such as LASIK and Implantable Contact Lenses (ICLs).As an innovator in the field of ophthalmology, he has participated in over 25 clinical trials for both pharmaceutical and ophthalmic devices.

In addition, Dr. Perkins serves on the Board of Directors for Arizona Visionaries, a donor driven non-profit organization providing cataract surgery and eyeglass fittings in third world countries. He is not only trusted for his surgical talents and modest nature, but is also well known for his compassion and ability to connect with and comfort patients.

Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

Fellow of the American Academy of Opthalmology.

Locations throughout Arizona 800.966.7000 • www.GoodEyes.com

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Helping kids overcome their fear of needles “Our child-life specialists are crucial in helping to reduce the fear of needles. They frequently work with children and their families,” said Emily Shumway, RN, MSN, nurse manager for pediatric services at Scottsdale Healthcare Medical Center.

“They have a wide toolbox of tricks and distraction toys that are used depending on the age of the child,” she said. For infants, Shumway said the hospital uses sweeties, a glucose water that is proven to work when used with a pacifier. “Between sugar and the pacifier there is research that shows it blocks the pain receptors and helps them to calm down.”

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Breaking free from needle phobias

his won’t hurt a bit.” “You might feel just a little pinch or sting.”

To some, those words can send them into a tailspin of panic with a racing heart, escalated blood pressure, faintness, dizziness and/or nausea.

These are the physical manifestations of trypanophobia, or needle phobia, which affects approximately 10 percent of the population.

Adults and children alike suffer from the phobia, which can be very serious, especially when it deters a person from seeking medical attention.

“It’s likely that some needle phobias have a genetic component,” said Mona Amini, M.D., chief resident, department of psychiatry, at Banner Good Samaritan in Phoenix. “The majority of people with needle phobias have a first-degree relative [mother, father, sibling] who have the phobia as well. People who suffer from needle phobia don’t like seeing or feeling the needle or any other needle-like objects.”

Types

There are three common types of needle phobias, according to Peter “Chip” Coffey, licensed professional counselor and

director of therapy services at St. Luke’s Behavioral Health in Phoenix. They are: Vasovagal: About 50 percent of needle phobias are vasovagal. Patients feel faint, sweaty, nauseous and can experience ringing in the ears and panic attacks.

Associative: About 30 percent of needle phobias are associative. This phobia is more psychological and occurs because a patient experienced a dramatic event associated with needles, i.e., prior experience with an injection or stitches that went wrong.

Resistive: About 20 percent of needle phobias are resistive. For example, a patient may have experienced forced restraint in order to receive a vaccination.

“Because of this, a patient becomes combative, blood pressure escalates and they go into a fight-or-flight mode,” Coffey said.

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“A lot of what we do is cognitive behavioral therapy and trying to create new thoughts to help patients move past the fear,” Coffey said. For example, a patient might first be shown a picture of a needle and then be exposed to an actual needle over and over until they become more comfortable with the sight.

Other examples that can help calm a patient include taking deep breaths, counting, listening to music, having a family member hold their hand, and even having the patient suck on chocolate candy, according to Coffey.

It is important to make sure a needlephobic patient is aware that there is help, Amini said. “The first step would be to notify the doctor and staff of your fear, but if it interferes with receiving medical treatment and/or is very troublesome, counseling should be sought,” she said.

Treatments

The biggest alleviation resolution is called exposure therapy, according to Amini.

This occurs when a therapist who treats phobias gradually exposes a patient to needles or needle-like objects with the goal of desensitizing them until the fear eventually subsides.

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“When helping children cope with needles, it is important for caregivers to be aware of their own anxieties and not let those anxieties reflect on their child,” said Heather Newman, BS, CCLS, a child-life specialist at Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

Another way to help children deal with needle phobia is through play, by allowing them to use real medical equipment to familiarize and desensitize them to the medical equipment used during treatments, according to Newman.

Scottsdale Healthcare Medical Center also uses the Vein Viewer, a device that uses near-infrared light to display the veins to aid in completion of the procedure on just one attempt.

“It helps reduce the number of sticks and improves patient satisfaction,” Shumway said.

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