MyHealthKC Magazine Women's Fall 2019

A Women’s Guide to Living Well from AdventHealth

More Than the

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Fall 2019 Regain Your Pre-baby Figure Page 2 21-Day Feel Whole Challenge Page 4 HPV Vaccine Facts Page 6 NONPROFIT U.S. Postage PAID Liberty, MO Permit 1154

Wellness & Parenting Classes Page 11

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Exercise & Fitness 9100 W. 74th Street

Getting Your Body Back After Having a Baby

Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-676-2000 AdventHealthKC.com P R E S I D E NT & C E O Sam Huenergardt

You’re tired. You’re breastfeeding. You can’t pull yourself away from your sweet newborn. Or you can’t fit into your old exercise clothes. There are lots of reasons for new moms to put off exercising. But when it comes to regaining your pre-baby figure, it’s better to start sooner than later, with your doctor’s approval, of course. The important thing is to manage your expectations and allow at least 6 to 12 months to get back in shape. If you try too hard to do too much too soon – you’re likely to find yourself exhausted and discouraged – and less likely to continue.

So as you get started, AdventHealth offers these tips and words of encouragement:

1 Be realistic about your weight loss.

About one pound per week is a safe amount of weight to lose postpartum and will not affect your milk supply.

2 Get a routine. The best way to get your body back to its pre-pregnancy shape is by doing a little exercise regularly. And remember, making your workout fun helps make it a priority.

3 If breastfeeding, be sure to exercise after feeding/pumping to avoid discomfort and engorged breasts, and wear extra supportive bras.

4 Postpartum incontinence is a real thing. Which means no running or jumping during this time.

5 Protect your ligaments and joints by staying away from exercises that are jerky and quick. Don’t overstretch.

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6 Your abdominal muscles take time to recover. Choose planks and variations of planks over crunches.

7 Make fitness a lifestyle, not a shortterm fix. It won’t be long until your little one will be running. You’ll want to keep up.

Wellness involves more than just the absence of disease. It is an active process of becoming aware and making choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life. At AdventHealth, we are committed to help pave the way to your optimal wellness by incorporating all aspects of health: physical, emotional, spiritual and social. Our goal is to help you achieve and maintain wellness for a healthy, happy life. To learn more about the fitness programs we offer that are designed to strengthen you – mind, body and spirit – visit AdventHealthKC.com/Wellness.

E D ITO R Morgan Young E X E C UTI V E D I R E C TO R O F M A R K E TI N G A N D S TR ATE G I C E N G AG E M E N T Doug Spear C R E ATI V E & P R O D U C TI O N The CollaborationKC The material in MyHealthKC is not intended for diagnosing or prescribing.

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Fall 2019 A NOTICE FOR CPR CLASSES: The American Heart Association (AHA) strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose.

Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

Nutrition Spotlight

Here’s a New Spin on a Centuries-Old Favorite: Bright Edamame Bean Hummus The word “hummus” is actually derived from the Arabic word for chickpeas. So this chickpea-free hummus is quite untraditional, but offers a lovely light green color, buttery texture and fresh tasting flavor. Edamame (young soybeans) is ideal for a smooth paste, and it’s also naturally gluten-free and vegan, made from healthy whole foods packed with nutrients! Try adding a touch of sesame oil for an Asian flair.

Ingredients: 2 cups edamame beans 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2½ tablespoons olive or canola oil 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced ½ teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 tablespoons water 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Directions: 1. Measure ingredients and chop garlic.

2. Place all ingredients except water in a food processor. Let the mixture break down enough before adding the water so the mixture has a smooth instead of a coarse consistency.

Edamame is a tasty and nutritious low-calorie snack option with some significant health benefits.

In addition to being a decent source of soy protein, edamame is rich in healthy fiber, antioxidants and vitamin K. These plant compounds may reduce the risk of heart disease and improve the blood lipid profile, a measure of fats including cholesterol and triglycerides. Edamame is a quality protein source, providing all the essential amino acids. It’s also low in carbs, but rich in antioxidants and fiber that may help lower cholesterol levels.

To find more delicious recipes, visit MyHealthKC.com.

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Rendering of the Gateway Building

Gateway Building Now Open The AdventHealth Gateway Building is the newest addition to the growing AdventHealth Shawnee Mission campus. Situated on the corner of 75th Street and E. Frontage Road, the facility serves as the gateway to the Shawnee Mission campus and the gateway to whole-person health.

The Gateway Building will be home to a wide range of primary and specialty care offices and other services: 3 AdventHealth Medical Group • Primary Care (combines the primary care practices formerly located at Shawnee Mission Medical Building and Prairie View Medical Building) • Endocrinology • General Surgery • Neurology • Neurosurgery • Pulmonology 3 A dventHealth Imaging 3 M ulti-specialty practice featuring ENT, dermatology, audiology and a med-spa 3 O rthopedics 3 P ediatrics 3 U rology

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Join the 21-Day Feel Whole Challenge At AdventHealth, we remain true to our mission of Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ, and our pursuit of helping people achieve wholeness in body, mind and spirit. We not only care for the physical needs of everyone who comes through our doors, but their emotional and spiritual needs as well.

To further demonstrate the value of whole-person care, we’re excited to introduce the feel whole challenge, a 21day program that encourages participants to make small, incremental changes that result in big improvements over time. Each activity was designed to address one of the guiding principles of CREATION Life, the framework of our “feel whole” brand promise.

For more information, visit FeelWholeChallenge.com.

AdventHealth Medical Group Welcomes Two Physicians

Free Flu Shot Clinic Sunday, Oct. 20, 10 am to 2 pm AdventHealth South Overland Park 7820 W. 165th Street, Overland Park, KS 66223 Join us for a free flu shot clinic sponsored by AdventHealth South Overland Park for persons ages eight and older, while supplies last. We are not able to provide a vaccination for those under eight years of age, pregnant, or those with egg allergies or a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Please see your primary care physician.

Visit AdventHealthKC.com/Flu for more information.

Community Partner Spotlight: Pumpkin Hollow at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead Sept. 27 to Oct. 31 Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead 13800 Switzer Road, Overland Park, KS 66221 All aboard the Pumpkin Hollow Express! Grab the kids and head to Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead for their annual Pumpkin Hollow. This family-friendly event offers a horse-drawn wagon ride to and from the pumpkin patch, a corn maze, giant hay slide, Pumpkin Hollow Express barrel train ride for kids and more.

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission is a proud sponsor of Pumpkin Hollow and Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead. For more information, visit opkansas.org/events/pumpkin-hollow, or call 913-897-2360.

Sabeen Khaliq, MD, has joined the provider team at AdventHealth Medical Group Psychiatry at Shawnee Mission. Dr. Khaliq, a Board-certified psychiatrist, earned her medical degree from Sind Medical College and completed her residency at the University of MissouriKansas City. Before joining Psychiatry at Shawnee Mission, Dr. Khaliq worked as a psychiatrist in the United Kingdom, Pakistan and across the U.S. At Psychiatry at Shawnee Mission, Dr. Khaliq provides psychiatric care to inpatients at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, sees patients in our Intensive Outpatient Program and provides psychiatric consultation to patients within the medical units of the hospital.

Brooke Varnum, MD, has joined the provider team at AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Lenexa. Dr. Varnum, a Boardcertified family medicine physician, earned her medical degree from the University of Kansas and completed her residency in family medicine at Wake Forest Baptist Health, where she served as chief resident and as a resident educator, among other leadership roles. At Primary Care at Lenexa, she provides care for patients of all ages.

To schedule an appointment with a primary care provider at AdventHealth Medical Group, please call AdventHealth NurseLine at 913-676-7777.

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hether it’s child-proofing your home, teaching the kids how to navigate the internet safely or just trying to spare them from life’s disappointments, there’s nothing more important to parents than protecting your children.

That’s why so many of today’s parents are doing something now to protect the next generation from dangers posed by HPV, or human papillomavirus, the most common sexually transmitted infection, which currently affects about 80 million people in the U.S. HPV refers to a group of more than 150 related viruses. About 40 strains are considered to be a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Each year, approximately 14 million more Americans are infected.

“It is a virus that to which the vast majority of Americans have been exposed and the high-risk strains of the virus can cause cancers in a very small percentage of those exposed.” said Nicholas Wirtz, MD, ENT-Otolaryngology, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission.

Cervical cancer – once the leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the U.S. – is almost exclusively caused by an HPV infection, although not all women with an HPV infection will develop cervical cancer.

Every year in the United States, nearly 11,000 cases of cervical cancer are caused by HPV, and for over 4,000 women, this disease is fatal.

But today, the HPV vaccine and cervical cancer screening have made it one of the most preventable cancers. That’s why it’s recommended for all girls and women between the ages of 9 and 26.

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important for boys and young men.

Even though the U.S. was the first country to implement HPV vaccination for both genders, many parents and health care providers only feel it’s necessary to vaccinate girls and young women.

However, statistics show that HPV can be just as dangerous for boys and men. Nearly four out of every 10 cases of cancer caused by HPV occur among men. And every year in the U.S., over 13,000 men get

Cervical cancer – once the leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the U.S. – is almost exclusively caused by a human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. cancers caused by HPV. In fact, head and neck cancers in men caused by HPV have been on a steady rise for the last 15 years, while most mouth and throat cancers have decreased significantly as smoking rates have declined.

No wonder it’s also recommended that boys and men between 9 and 21 years of age should be vaccinated to protect against HPV. “Over 75 percent of cancers that arise in the tonsillar tissue in the back of the throat are caused by the HPV virus,” said Wirtz, “but studies have shown that the vaccine is very effective in reducing the number of people who carry the high-risk or cancer-causing strains that can lead to tonsillar cancer.”

Signs and symptoms of head and

neck cancer include: 3 A lump in the neck 3 Lump or sore in mouth or throat 3 Hoarseness or change in voice 3 Swallowing problems 3 An earache that doesn’t go away 3 Bleeding: nose, mouth or throat 3 Numbness.

What the HPV vaccine can – and can’t – do.

It’s important to understand that the HPV vaccine is only effective for the prevention – not the treatment – of cancers of the head and neck. Thankfully, even though the incidence of head and neck cancer caused by HPV is steadily increasing, effective treatment is available for most people. Patients with HPVinduced throat cancer, for example, have a disease-free survival rate of 85 to 90 percent over five years.

If you find out that you have HPV, you should work with your doctor to come up with a plan of action.

“I recommend the HPV vaccine to my patients with young children,” said Wirtz. “It’s best to have children vaccinated before they become sexually active. The bottom line is, the vaccine has been proven safe and effective and has the potential to prevent a devastating cancer.”

Visit MyHealthKC.com to find the right primary care doctor for you.

From Nicholas Wirtz, MD, ENT-Head & Neck Surgery, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Nicholas Wirtz, MD, Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, specializes in the management of tumors of the head and neck. Wirtz completed his Otolaryngology Residency at the University of Minnesota and an Advanced Oncologic Head and Neck Surgery Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

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or new parents, the first months of a baby's life should be a time of incredible happiness and joy. After all, bringing a new life into the world is one of the most wonderful, blissful and empowering things in the universe.

But for many new mothers, these months are marked by conflicting emotions.

“Giving birth is an emotional roller coaster ride, from excitement and joy to fear and anxiety. Most often, new moms experience postpartum ‘baby blues’ beginning within two to three days after delivery, and lasting up to two weeks, commonly including mood swings, crying spells, anxiety and difficulty sleeping,” said Sabeen Khaliq, MD, Psychiatry, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission.

In fact, research indicates that most women report these symptoms, all within the first week after giving birth. As a result, the “baby blues” can make a new mother feel alone, afraid and exhausted – not exactly the dreamy scenario most women had in mind.

“In some cases, moms can experience a more severe, long lasting form of depression known as ‘postpartum depression,’” said Khaliq.

These symptoms can last far beyond the first two weeks after delivery. Women with postpartum depression may feel hopeless and anxious. They may feel angry at their partner or at their baby. They may begin to wonder whether they are even cut out for motherhood.

Postpartum depression is a form of major

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WHEN IT’S MORE THAN JUST THE

depression, with symptoms that can include: 3 Loss of interest in activities 3 An inability to concentrate 3 Changes in sleep and appetite 3 Unexplained aches and pains 3 Psychomotor impairment 3 Fatigue, tiredness or loss of energy 3 A constant depressed mood 3 Anger or irritability 3 Depression can also be associated with thoughts of suicide.

It is possible to reduce the chances of developing postpartum depression.

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A good first step for expectant parents is to seek out friends, family or other support networks in advance of the delivery date. That way, the parents will have somewhere to turn for practical advice or to get help with childcare.

Parents should also try to take naps during the daytime, whenever possible, to make up for sleep deprivation caused by night feedings.

“Early screening is the main prevention. We suggest that primary care clinicians (including obstetricians and gynecologists) should screen all pregnant women for depression. This screening should be implemented with services in place to ensure follow-up for diagnosis and treatment,” said Khaliq.

Postpartum depression can significantly affect maternal functioning, can lead to poor nutrition and health in the baby. It can also interfere with breastfeeding, maternalinfant bonding, care of the infant and other children and the woman’s relationship with her partner.

However, it’s important to know that although postpartum depression is serious, it can be treated.

“If a woman feels empty, emotionless, or sad all or most of the time for longer than two weeks during or after pregnancy,” said Khaliq, “she might be

suffering from postpartum depression and should seek medical help.”

The sooner it is diagnosed, the sooner you can begin to enjoy the new member of your family.

Yes, men’s postpartum depression is real.

Being a parent is hard. And being a new father of an infant is especially hard. And it’s stressful. But Paternal Postnatal Depression (PPND) is different.

It’s a clinical condition.

What Puts Men at Risk for Paternal Postnatal Depression?

3 A lack of good sleep 3 Changes in hormones 3 Personal history of depression 3 Relationship stress – with a partner or with in-laws 3 Excessive stress about becoming a parent or father 3 Nonstandard family (such as being unmarried or a stepfather) 3 Poor social functioning 3 A lack of support from others 3 Economic problems or limited resources 3 A sense of being excluded from the connection between the mother and baby As many as 1 in 4 new dads have postpartum depression. It’s a fact that most people – and even some health professionals – don’t know. But with proper treatment and support, men can fully recover from PPND.

Our postpartum emotional support group offers a safe and supportive atmosphere for families. For more information, call 913-632-4223.

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Ask the Doctor

Malorie Howe, DO, OB/GYN, on PCOS hormonal condition What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (or PCOS) is a multisystem disorder affecting about 5 to 8 percent of reproductiveaged women. The three, classic features of the disorder include high levels of hormones called androgens, many small cysts in the ovaries and no or irregular menstrual cycles – for example, a range of no periods for many months at a time often followed by heavy periods of bleeding.

Other common symptoms include unwanted excessive hair growth, obesity, acne and infertility.

Is POCS linked to other health problems?

Women with PCOS have a 2 to 5 times increased risk of developing diabetes and should be tested for elevated glucose levels and other signs of developing diabetes.

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disease. Women with PCOS should be screened by determining their BMI, cholesterol levels and blood pressure. Women with PCOS are also at increased risk of endometrial cancer due to long time frames without menstruation.

How is PCOS treated?

The most effective therapy is lifestyle modification – including increased exercise and decreased caloric intake.

Medical treatment often begins with birth control pills to help resume normal monthly periods.

Insulin resistance is also improved with birth control pills.

However, if there are signs of elevated blood sugars, then diabetic medications like metformin can help prevent fully developing diabetes.

Unwanted hair growth can be slowed with birth control pills and anti-androgen medications like spironolactone.

If pregnancy is desired, weight loss as low as five percent of starting weight can lead to decreased androgens and resumption of ovulation.

How does PCOS affect pregnancy?

Many women with PCOS face issues with infertility. If pregnancy is achieved with ovulationinducing medications, the risk for twins or triplets is increased.

Multiple pregnancies themselves are high risk and can lead to complications such as preterm labor and hypertension disorders of pregnancy.

At AdventHealth, we know it’s important to have a doctor, but we want to help you find the right doctor. Visit MyHealthKC.com, answer a few, quick questions, and we’ll connect you with an OB/GYN physician who best matches your health and wellness needs.

Wellness & Parenting

CPR/Life Saving For dates and to register, visit

AdventHealthKC.com/Events.

Health & Wellness YOGA IS MEDICINE This monthly yoga class highlights a different health issue every month.

This informational yoga class will guide you through specific movements and poses designed to improve your symptoms. Register at AdventHealthKC.com/Wellness. Not included in class membership.

Sept. 26, 5:30 to 6:30 pm – Yoga for Digestive Issues Oct. 17, 5:30 to 6:30 pm – Yoga for Anxiety/Depression Nov. 7, 5:30 to 6:30 pm – Yoga for Back Pain Cost: $15 per class MOVE 4 LIFE This program is for individuals who have graduated from outpatient rehab or who have a chronic health condition but may not feel comfortable exercising alone. Our qualified staff will monitor your vital signs and design a safe and effective workout plan for your condition. This socially connected environment helps to make exercise a lifestyle.

Move 4 Life is available for members in the AdventHealth Fitness Center.

A medical release is required. Call 913-676-8133 to sign up.

AdventHealth Fitness Center is excited to announce a new schedule of fitness classes specifically designed to make you Feel Whole through the gift of movement. For more information, call 913-676-8133 or visit AdventHealthKC.com/Wellness.

SENIOR FIT Mondays, 12 to 12:50 pm Fridays, 8 to 8:50 am Cost: $10 per class BALANCE Mondays, 1 to 1:50 pm Fridays, 9 to 9:50 am Cost: $10 per class TAI CHI Mondays, 5:30 to 6:20 pm Wednesdays, 2 to 2:50 pm Cost: $10 per class PARKINSON’S SIT AND FIT Tuesdays, 12:45 to 1:15 pm Cost: $10 per class

YOGA GENTLE/ RESTORATIVE Tuesdays, 1:30 to 2:50 pm Tuesdays, 6 to 7:20 pm Cost: $15 per class YOGA BASICS Wednesdays, 10 to 10:50 am Cost: $10 per class CHAIR YOGA Wednesdays, 11 to 11:50 am Cost: $10 per class

Massage Therapy Services Relax and rejuvenate with a 30-, 60- or 90-minute massage at the Woodland Hills Building on the AdventHealth Shawnee Mission campus. Choose from a variety of massage techniques, including:

• Chair (10 or 20 minutes) • Cranial Sacral • Deep Tissue • Prenatal • Sports • Stone (90 minutes) • Swedish • Trigger Point.

Call Community Wellness at 913-676-8447, for more information or to schedule an appointment.

FAMILY AND FRIENDS CPR The AHA’s Family & Friends® CPR Course is an instructor-led, videobased, classroom course intended for anyone who wants to learn CPR and AED. This course is for people who do not need a course completion card for a job or other requirements. Ideal for community groups, parents, grandparents, caregivers, schools and students, and others interested in learning how to save a life.

Cost: $30 FAMILY AND FRIENDS CPR WITH PEDIATRIC FIRST AID The AHA’s Family & Friends® CPR Course is an instructor-led, video-based, classroom course intended for anyone who wants to learn CPR and prefers to learn in an instructor-led or facilitated group environment. Basic first aid will teach students how to handle some of the common emergencies people encounter in the home. This course is for people who do not need a course completion card for a job or other requirements. Ideal for community groups, parents, grandparents, caregivers, schools and students, and others interested in learning how to save a life.

Cost: $40 HEARTSAVER® PEDIATRIC FIRST AID WITH CPR AND AED The Heartsaver ® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Course teaches anyone how to respond to illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first few minutes until professional help arrives.

The course covers child/infant CPR, child/infant AED, child/ infant choking and pediatric first aid. It is designed to meet the regulatory requirements for child care workers in all 50 U.S. states. An AHA course completion card will be issued upon successful completion of performance of skills.

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Parent Education For dates and to register, visit AdventHealthKC.com/Events.

BABIES DON’T BARK: PREPARE FIDO FOR BABIES ARRIVAL This class offers positive, practical and fun solutions for new and expectant parents and anyone else who wants to learn how wonderful life with babies and dogs can be!

Cost: $35

CHILDBIRTH – FIVE-WEEK Our five-week comprehensive childbirth class series covers stages of labor, comfort measures and birthing positions, what to expect at the hospital, medications and much more. Partners will have an opportunity to experience pregnancy by wearing the Empathy Belly. Includes Newborn Care class and a tour of the AdventHealth Birth Center Shawnee Mission.

Cost: $65 CHILDBIRTH – ONE-DAY Perfect for those unable to attend the five-week series. A certified childbirth instructor will provide information on the stages of labor, comfort measures and positions, what to expect at the hospital, medications, AdventHealth Birth Center Shawnee Mission tour and much more. Please register for your free Newborn Care class.

Cost: $75

BIRTH CENTER TOUR Are you looking for the right hospital for you and for your baby to enter the world in?

If so, come join us on a free tour of the AdventHealth Birth Center Shawnee Mission. If you are enrolled in a five-week or all-day childbirth preparation course, the tour is included in the class content.

Cost: Free BREASTFEEDING: GETTING OFF TO A GOOD START This beginner breastfeeding class covers the first feedings through the first three weeks at home. Topics include benefits, what you need before baby is here, positioning, latching and breast care. Partners are encouraged to attend.

Cost: $20 BREASTFEEDING: ONLINE This self-paced course is a mix of self-study, reading and video clips with use of an access code and book. Access to a certified breastfeeding educator is available through email and phone as you work through the class.

Cost: $50 BREASTFEEDING: RETURNING TO WORK AND PUMPING This class covers from the time babies are about three weeks old on and answers questions such as how to bottle feed a breastfed baby, what type of pump works best for you, pump care and breast milk storage. Partners are encouraged to attend.

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SU PP O RT G ROU PS Breastfeeding Support Group Meets every Tuesday from 10 to 11:30 am and every third Thursday from 6 to 7 pm at the Woodland Hills Building, 7315 E. Frontage Road, Meeting Rooms.

Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group Meets the first and third Thursdays of each month from 7 to 8:30 pm. Call 913-632-4223 for more information.

Living Well with Diabetes Meets the first Thursday of each month from 11 am to noon.

For more monthly topics and to register for this free class, go to AdventHealthKC.com/ LivingWellWithDiabetes or call 913-676-2495.

Postpartum Emotional Support Group Meets Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Call 913-632-4223 for more information.

Pregnancy After a Loss Support Group Meets the second and fourth Thursday of each month from 7 to 8:30 pm. Call 913-632-4223 for more information.

Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Parent Connect Group Contact Meggin Finkeldei at sensationalhope@yahoo.com for meeting times and locations.

All support groups are free of charge unless otherwise noted. Call AdventHealth NurseLine at 913-676-7777, or visit AdventHealthKC.com/SupportGroups for support group locations.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION ONLINE This method of preparing for childbirth might be a good fit if you prefer to learn at your own pace, have been placed on bed rest or if your work/travel schedules prevent you from committing to a traditional class. Access to a certified childbirth instructor is available through email and phone.

Cost: $80 CHILDBIRTH: NATURAL STRATEGIES Our one-time class is a perfect addition to Childbirth OneDay or Five-Week classes. A certified instructor provides an opportunity for you to create your birth vision by clarifying values, writing a birth plan and practicing additional relaxation and comfort measures. Participants need to complete a childbirth preparation class prior to attendance.

Cost: $30 CHILDBIRTH REFRESHER AND VBAC A refresher class for parents to focus on this pregnancy while reflecting on the last. A certified childbirth instructor will review stages of labor, what to expect at the hospital, positions and comfort measures, medications and more. Also includes topics specific to anyone interested in having a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) with your upcoming birth.

Cost: $30 GRANDPARENTS CLASS First-time and experienced grandparents will learn how to support their son or daughter and spouse’s new role as parents, plus current safety issues.

Cost: $25 NEWBORN CARE Learn what to expect at the hospital, the importance of newborn tests and procedures, baby basics such as bathing, diapering, cord care, safe sleep, calming techniques, Happiest Baby on the Block and much more. Included in the Childbirth Five-Week class, and complimentary with the One-Day childbirth class.

Cost: $30

For more information or to register, visit AdventHealthKC.com/Events or call AdventHealth Class Registration at 913-676-7777, option 2.

NEWBORN CARE ONLINE This self-paced course is a mix of self-study, reading and video clips via access to an interactive online class website. Access to a certified childbirth educator is available through email and phone as you work through the class.

Cost: $40 SIBLING: 3 to 5 Children ages 3 to 5 will learn how to get ready for their newborn sibling. They will learn what to expect with a new baby in the house, experience a simulated womb, tour the AdventHealth Birth Center Shawnee Mission to see where Mom and their new brother or sister will be and wrap a special gift for them.

Cost: $15 SIBLING: 6 to 8 Children ages 6 to 8 will learn how to get ready for their newborn sibling. They will learn what to expect with a new baby in the house, experience a simulated womb, tour the AdventHealth Birth Center Shawnee Mission to see where Mom and their new brother or sister will be and wrap a special gift for them.

Cost: $15 *These classes will be held at AdventHealth South Overland Park located at 7820 W. 165th Street in Overland Park, Kan. Enter through the Emergency Department. **These classes will be at AdventHealth Lenexa located at 23351 Prairie Star Parkway, Lenexa, Kan., in the Building A Conference Room.

Specialty Classes LIVE EASIER WITH ADHD Understand how to support yourself when you feel overwhelmed by daily challenges of adult ADHD, cope with clutter in your home and office and learn how to create routines to support yourself throughout the day. Please join Nikki Crawford, PhD, for this informational session.

Sept. 24, 5:30 to 7 pm Cost: $5 NUTRITION SERIES: SUPERFOODS – DISEASE PREVENTION AND MORE Choose to incorporate “superfoods” in your diet on a regular basis to avoid common sicknesses, prevent disease and slow the aging process.

Oct. 2, 5:30 to 7 pm, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Oct. 5, 1:30 to 3 pm, AdventHealth South Overland Park* JOURNALING: THE WRITE WAY TO WELLNESS Learning how and why to develop the habit of journaling, without the stress of worrying what to write, will bring attendees a new awareness of what leads them to making both unhealthy and healthy choices, how they let stress impact their lives and their health. Presenter: Nancy Oglesby.

Oct. 3, 5:30 to 7 pm, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Cost: $10, includes journaling materials HOW STRESS CAUSES ILLNESS AND HOW TO TAME IT Join Jane Murray, MD, for a discussion on the physiological effects of stress in our daily life, and how to manage it to stay happy and healthy.

Oct. 8, 5:30 to 7 pm, AdventHealth South Overland Park* Cost: $5 MORE PEACE, LESS CLUTTER You will imagine what you want to create instead of the clutter you’re living with, discuss you’re barriers from dealing with clutter and discover how your mind and body is impacted by it. Gain tips and strategies to deal with the clutter that has you feeling overwhelmed. Please join Nikki Crawford, PhD, for this informational session.

Oct. 15, 5:30 to 7 pm, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Cost: $5 CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER The caregiver role brings many challenges and pent up feelings.

Feel free to open up and discuss those feelings as well as learn ways to take care of yourself when you need it most.

Oct. 19, 1 to 2:30 pm, AdventHealth Lenexa** Cost: $5

FREEDOM FROM SMOKING Free yourself to live your life as a non-user of cigarettes, chewing tobacco or vaping. Weekly meetings lead by an ALA Facilitator, are available to help you make the lifestyle changes to be a successful quitter. Sessions include practical skill building and coping strategies once you have quit the habit to help you stay on the road to a healthier lifestyle! Are you a parent of a vape user? These meetings will provide information about vaping, the effects of it, what to look for and how to keep an open dialogue with your child. Each class includes group discussions and interaction. Registration is required.

The group meets Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in the Flint Hills Meeting Room at the Woodland Hills Building, 7315 E. Frontage Road, Shawnee Mission, KS 66204. For more information or to register, please contact AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Class Registration at 913-676-7777, option 2, or e-mail classregistration@adventhealth.com.

BABYSITTING: A SERIOUS BUSINESS (2 SESSIONS) For the serious babysitter, 11 years and older. Learn infant and child care, first aid, general safety, emergency action principles while caring for infants and children, accident prevention, parent communication and general child development. Must attend all sessions from start to finish to obtain certificate of completion.

This course compliments our Family and Friends CPR for Adolescents.

Sundays, Oct. 20, 1 to 5 pm, and Oct. 27, 1 to 4:30 pm, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Cost: $48

DIY FOR MINDFULNESS: WREATH DECORATING Join us for a DIY wreath class to recharge your mind and express yourself while creating a beautiful wreath for the season. Wreaths are a great way to spruce up your front door, mantel or wall. All supplies provided. Supplies may vary per class.

Oct. 22, 5:30 to 7:30 pm, AdventHealth Lenexa** Oct. 26, 1 to 3 pm, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Nov. 6, 5:30 to 7:30 pm, AdventHealth South Overland Park* Cost: $25 MINDFULNESS FOR EVERY DAY A mindfulness practice has been shown to be one of the most effective ways to control stress and anxiety as it teaches the mind to quiet the number of thoughts and to live in the present moment.

Learn what mindfulness is, how it positively effects the mind and how to incorporate a practice into your every day! Presented

by Lisa Cummings, Wellness Manager with AdventHealth Shawnee Mission.

Nov. 14, 4:30 to 6 pm, AdventHealth South Overland Park* Cost: $5

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The Facts

Tech Neck Tech Neck may sound a little silly, but in fact, it’s a very weighty issue. Specifically, the weight of your head (10 to 12 pounds) increases significantly – and perilously – when it’s tilted forward to look at your smartphone screen.

For example, with your head tilted just 15 degrees forward, the effect of the head’s weight is equal to 27 pounds. And when the tilt is 60 degrees forward, the effect can reach up to a whopping 60 pounds.

As that weight increases and the spine falls further out of alignment, excess pressure is added to the spine. Over time, improper posture can lead to neck pain and herniated discs. In more serious cases, surgery may be required.

For Millions of People, Smartphones Are Literally Becoming a Pain in the Neck.

Fortunately, there are several things you can do to defend yourself from the negative effects of tech neck. Try all or some of these methods and see which ones work for you. If your neck pain symptoms don’t improve, it may be time to seek help from a qualified health professional.

1. Raise your screen higher. Hold your phone or tablet up close to eye level to avoid sloping your head forward or bending your neck down. If your arms get tired from holding the screen higher, buy a holder to elevate your device or rest your elbows on a tabletop to prop your arms up comfortably.

2. Take breaks often. Develop the habit of taking a 2- or 3-minute break every half hour. Use these breaks to change your posture and move around, keeping your muscles loose and spine aligned.

Tech neck symptoms can include: • Pain in the upper back 3. Sit in a chair with a headrest. Keep the back of your head flush against • Mild ache in the neck the headrest while you use your screen will prevent you from looking • Stiffness or sharp pain down with your neck flexed forward. in the neck • Reduced mobility in the 4. Strengthen and stretch your muscles. Keeping your shoulder/neck region.

At AdventHealth, we chest, neck and upper back muscles strengthen and know it’s important to stretched will help support the weight of your head In most cases, it’s easy have a doctor, but we and minimize strain on your cervical spine. to determine if you’re want to help you find suffering from tech neck. the right doctor. Visit 5. Use pain as a warning sign. If you experience pain in Just ask yourself if you’ve MyHealthKC.com, your neck, between the shoulder blades, numbness or been hunched over a answer a few, quick tingling in the arms, or frequent headaches, there may screen for a sustained be a more serious issue going on. Pay attention to questions, and we’ll period of time. If you these warning signs and act quickly to make changes connect you with a have, it’s likely that you’re to reduce or eliminate any head-forward posture primary care physician suffering from this ailment. straining your neck. who best matches your health and wellness needs.

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2 AdventHealth South Overland Park  7820 W. 165th Street Overland Park, KS 66223 913-373-1100 Medical Office Building 7840 W. 165th Street Overland Park, KS 66223

3 AdventHealth Lenexa  Building A 23351 Prairie Star Parkway Lenexa, KS 66227 913-676-8500

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7450 Kessler Street, Suite 300 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-2900

5 Shawnee Crossings 6815 Hilltop Road, Suite 100 Shawnee, KS 66226 913-632-9600

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8960 Commerce Drive, Suite 4E De Soto, KS 66018 913-789-3961

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7501 Mission Road, Suite 103 Prairie Village, KS 66208 913-632-9880

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Medical Group Endocrinology at Shawnee Mission 7450 Kessler Street, Suite 203 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-676-7585

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4 AdventHealth Medical Group Neurology at Shawnee Mission 7450 Kessler Street, Suite 205 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9810

4 AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Shawnee Mission 7450 Kessler Street, Suite 202 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9480

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Medical Group Gynecologic Oncology at Shawnee Mission* 9301 W. 74th Street, Suite 130 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9130

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2 PT Solutions of Overland Park 7820 W. 165th Street Overland Park, KS 66223 913-373-1100

3 PT Solutions of Lenexa Building A 23351 Prairie Star Parkway Lenexa, KS 66227 913-676-8500

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*Hospital departments of AdventHealth Shawnee Mission For a complete list of AdventHealth locations, visit AdventHealthKC.com.

Unmatched ER Care for the Unpredictable

In a medical emergency, you want the right treatment, fast, without any gimmicks. At AdventHealth, we are focused on one thing when you walk through the doors of our three Johnson County ERs – getting you back to feeling whole.

And if you or a loved one needs to be admitted to the hospital, you can feel confident knowing you’ll be cared for by the team known for outstanding quality and compassion, along with Kansas City’s highest patient satisfaction.

So instead of feeling worried or anxious about the possibility of a medical emergency, feel secure knowing an AdventHealth ER is nearby.

AdventHealthKC.com/ER AdventHealth Shawnee Mission ER 9100 W. 74th Street | 913-676-2218

AdventHealth Lenexa ER

23401 Prairie Star Parkway | 913-676-8501

AdventHealth South Overland Park ER 7820 W. 165th Street | 913-373-1100 Hospital departments of AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

Emergency Formerly Shawnee Mission Health