MyHealthKC Magazine Spring 2016

Your Guide to Living Well from Shawnee Mission Health

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Spring 2016

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Exercise & Fitness Ready to revive your exercise program after a long hiatus?

Here are 5 tips to get you started.

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1 Consult your doctor and start slowly.

Get your doctor’s approval to resume exercise safely. Note any medical restrictions and know your limitations.

Begin slowly and scale back from your previous exercise routine. For example, if you walked an hour previously, start walking 20-30 minutes initially.

With Shawnee Mission Health physical therapists Ashley Gilstrap, DPT, and Char Mies, PT

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4 2 Schedule your workouts.

Put your workouts in your calendar like any other appointment. It’s a great visual reminder and motivator! A consistent time makes for better follow-through, whether it’s first thing in the morning, over lunch or after work. Finally, plan ahead and keep your exercise clothes and equipment handy and ready to go.

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Keep it interesting. Boredom could lead to inconsistency. Trying a new form of exercise can help you find the one that is best suited for you. You could also consider a cross-training approach where you alternate forms of exercise each session.

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Progress slowly.

Increase your mileage, minutes or weights in small increments after 1-2 weeks of consistent exercise. Give your body adequate rest in between sessions to prevent soreness or injury. Be patient with yourself and celebrate your progress!

Stay accountable and consistent.

Create an exercise journal to log your minutes and chart your progress.

Jot down how you feel, physically and emotionally, after completing your exercise for the day. Exercise with a friend, spouse or co-worker to encourage each other and keep committed. There’s power in numbers!

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Spring 2016 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

All Hail, Kale!

When it comes to healthier eating, kale is coming on strong. It’s one of the healthiest and most nutritious plant foods in existence, and is loaded with all sorts of beneficial compounds – some of which have powerful medicinal properties.

Kale, Strawberry & Avocado Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing Makes 4 servings; one serving = �⁄₂ carb, 1 vegetable (13 g total carb), 1 oz. protein & 2.5 fats (18 g); 200 mg sodium, 265 mg potassium.

For the salad: 4 cups chopped kale, stems removed Pinch of sea salt 1 cup sliced strawberries 1 avocado, chopped �⁄₃ cup sliced almonds �⁄₄ cup feta cheese

Kale is: kkLow-calorie, high-fiber and has zero fat. kkA good source of copper, potassium, iron, manganese and phosphorus. kkFilled with powerful antioxidants. kkGreat for cardiovascular support. kkAn anti-inflammatory food.

For the dressing: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon honey �⁄₂ teaspoon poppy seeds �⁄₈ teaspoon salt �⁄₈ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 Put the kale in a large bowl.

Sprinkle with sea salt over kale and massage the leaves with your hands until the leaves are darker in color and tender.

From Leah Lawver, RD, LD, with Shawnee Mission Health’s Outpatient Nutrition Clinic. Visit ShawneeMission.org/nutrition to learn more.

Kale is an increasingly popular member of the cabbage family, which includes broccoli, cauliflower, collard greens and brussels sprouts.

There are many different types of kale.

The leaves can be green or purple in color, and have either a smooth or curly shape.

2 Add the strawberries, avocado and feta cheese.

Toss gently.

The most common type of kale is called curly kale or Scots kale, which has green and curly leaves and a hard, fibrous stem.

3 In a small jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, poppy seeds, salt and pepper. Shake until mixed well.

4 Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat; serve.

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Notes

NOW@SMH Centra Care Can See You Now There’s never a good time to be sick or injured. That’s why when it comes to the health of your family, it’s important to have quick access to health care you can trust. In October, Shawnee Mission Health (SMH) introduced Centra Care Shawnee Mission Urgent Care.

With two convenient locations – 91st and Quivira in Lenexa, and 135th and Grandview in Overland Park – Centra Care provides immediate, highquality care seven days a week from the same SMH doctors you know and trust. Make an online reservation today, or learn more at CentraCareKC.com. k

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Shawnee Mission Health Breaks Ground in South Johnson County Shawnee Mission Health’s (SMH) newest location is now under construction. SMH – Blue Valley will feature an emergency department, laboratory, imaging center and a medical office building for physicians in a variety of specialties. Located k

within the new BluHawk development at 159th and US 69 Highway in Overland Park, SMH – Blue Valley will offer high-quality health care for the southern Johnson County community. The first phase is expected to open in early 2017.

Bariatric Surgery Program Sets Record The Shawnee Mission Health Bariatric Surgery Program assists patients who are struggling with their weight to lose those dangerous extra pounds. In 2015, the Program performed 1,514 bariatric procedures, the most in program history and significantly more than any other bariatric program in k

Kansas City. SMH’s dedicated team of bariatric surgery professionals, including surgeons Stan Hoehn, MD; Brice Hamilton, MD; and Robert Aragon, MD, work to ensure patients receive the most comprehensive, compassionate care possible. Learn more at ShawneeMission.org/weightloss.

Community Partner Spotlight STEMS a garden soiree

As a not-for-profit hospital network, Shawnee Mission Health reinvests more than half a million dollars back into the Kansas City community each year. Join us each edition as we feature one of our community partners that shares the same mission, vision and values.

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Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens Shawnee Mission Health (SMH) is proud of our community partnership with The Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park, which supports Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, public art and the 300-acre Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.

As the SMH network continues to grow in south Johnson County and builds on its commitment of improving the health and well-being of the community, partnering with the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is a natural fit.

Recent studies show that as little as five minutes in a natural setting can improve mood, self-esteem and motivation. The Arboretum provides a serene environment, where visitors can step back from their

busy lives and savor their surroundings.

For the fourth consecutive year, SMH is a corporate sponsor of Stems: A Garden Soirée, Saturday, June 25, 2016, from 7-11 p.m. at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.

“It’s the most beautiful time of the year,” said Vicki Lilly, executive director of The Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park. “This is the major fundraising activity for the Foundation, and one of the biggest events in Johnson County.”

Stems: A Garden Soirée features live music, great food, dancers, artists and a photo booth experience. Complete information and registration details can be found at stemssoiree.org.

To learn more about the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, visit opkansas.org.

Upcoming Living in Vitality Women’s Health Events For information about all upcoming Living in Vitality events, visit ShawneeMission.org/liv.

Women’s Training Team Tuesdays, March 29-May 3, 6-7:30 p.m., Shawnee Mission Medical Center This six-week, outdoor series combines walking or running with educational sessions on injury prevention, technique and much more. It’s our goal to prepare you for the KC Express Mother’s Day 5K Run/ Walk on May 8. Register today at

WomensTrainingTeam.com or call the ASK-A-NURSE Resource Center at 913-676-7777, Option 2. $30/six sessions

Mammogram Party Saturday, April 23, 9 a.m.-noon, Breast Center at Shawnee Mission Medical Center Get your mammogram and enjoy chair massages, a gift and more at this special event designed with your health in mind. The event is free.

Mammograms will be billed to insurance. 3D mammography

is available. Space is limited.

Register by calling 913-676-6858.

Mindful Eating May 17 / 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. / Central Exchange Downtown, 1020 Central, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO Learn tips for mindful eating with the intention of caring for yourself while noticing and enjoying food and its effects on your body. Lunch will be provided. Register at ShawneeMission.org/liv.

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1 Don’t overreact.

A cancer diagnosis is frightening, but many cancers today are diagnosed at an early stage and have very successful treatment rates.

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Let your loved one decide when to talk about the cancer.

Not every conversation needs to be about cancer, and not everyone with cancer wants to talk about his or her feelings. Everyone handles cancer differently and should be supported by their loved ones whichever way they choose.

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Tips for Helping a Friend or Loved One Fighting Cancer Cancer is never on anyone’s radar. No one expects to be diagnosed with cancer. Yet an estimated 1,658,370 people in the United States received a cancer diagnosis in 2015, and many of their family members and friends were also affected.

When a loved one or friend is diagnosed with cancer, you understandably want to help. And that’s a good thing because studies have shown individuals who have a strong support system have an easier adjustment to their diagnosis and a better outcome with treatment.

The diagnosis of cancer can change the dynamic and roles of a family or friendship forever. The roles of caregiver and breadwinner may change, and extra responsibility may be added to other people.

It’s okay to be afraid. While your concerns may seem insignificant in comparison to what the person suffering from cancer is experiencing, it’s okay to share your concerns with them. Honesty will help to keep everyone better connected.

To learn more, visit the Shawnee Mission Cancer Center at ShawneeMission.org/CancerCenter, or call 913-632-9100.

From Tracy Miles, DO, MS, RD, Medical Oncologist with Shawnee Mission Health.

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If you don’t know what to say – just say so!

Your friend or loved one does not expect you to have all the answers. Just listening can sometimes be the most help.

4 Online searches can be good and bad.

It’s understandable to want to inform yourself, but respect your loved one’s treatment choices.

They have chosen the best treatment for them based on their decisions and their doctors’ recommendations.

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Be prepared for your loved one to be angry about the diagnosis of cancer.

They may take it out on you. Remember that you are not the cause of the cancer, but you are a support person who the cancer sufferer can safely express anger and emotion to.

7 Check in frequently

with your friend or family member throughout his or her cancer battle. Just asking how they are will remind them that they are not alone in the fight.

Offer to help

your loved one with day-to-day activities, errands, child care and other everyday tasks that need to be done. Offer to stay on top of your loved one’s appointments or schedule.

6 Remember to take care of yourself.

This will allow you to take better care of others.

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Helping cancer patients tap into their creativity and let go of stress.

What is Art Therapy? Is it crafts? Doodling?

Cutting and pasting? It can be all of these, but it offers so much more.

A diagnosis of cancer can make the idea of staying calm and in control seem unthinkable, out of reach. And chemotherapy can seem difficult and overwhelming.

Art Therapy is offered to help pass this difficult time more calmly and comfortably.

This new program at Shawnee Mission Cancer Center is offered several times a week – or timed with the patient's schedule.

Two projects will be offered: A piece of canvas (either 10 x 10 or 8 x 8) and acrylic painting markers or adult coloring books with markers or colored pencils. Both projects will be explained at the time of treatment.

Carrie E. Field, MS, graduated from Avila University in 2011 with a Masters in Science degree in Art Therapy and Counseling Psychology. She is also a cancer survivor, and chose the Shawnee Mission Cancer Center for treatment. She looks forward to sharing her gift of Art Therapy with you.

Research has shown that people with cancer who engage in creative arts therapy experience less depression and anxiety than those who don’t. To learn more, call the Cancer Center at 913-632-9100.

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NOW’S THE TIME FOR ALLERGY SUFFERERS TO

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f you’re among the 35 million Americans affected by seasonal allergies, spring cleaning can do much more than make your home look nice. It can help prevent those nasty allergy symptoms, especially if you’re allergic to things that thrive in an unclean house – like dust mites, mold and animal dander.

“Cleaning your home each spring can get rid of all the dust from winter, and help eliminate allergens,” said Katherine Aberle, MD, Board-certified Ear, Nose and Throat doctor. “Left From Katherine Aberle, MD, Board-certified Ear, Nose and Throat doctor with Shawnee Mission Health.

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untreated, out come the sneezes, sniffles and itchy, runny eyes.”

The results can be sleeping problems, fatigue, asthma, lower productivity and poor quality of life.

In most homes, the beds need the most attention. “You spend 8-10 hours a day in the bedroom,” said Aberle, “so that’s where you get the most exposure to allergens.”

Bed sheets, pillow cases and blankets are favorites for dust mites.

All bed linens should be washed weekly in hot water (130 degrees is recommended) to kill mites. You can also buy allergy-proof casings for your mattress, box spring and pillows. (You’ll find them online and

KNOW YOUR ALLERGY TRIGGERS. Work with your allergist to devise strategies to avoid your triggers: Monitor pollen and mold counts.

Weather reports in newspapers and on radio and television often include this information during allergy seasons.

Keep windows and doors shut at home and in your car during allergy season.

Stay inside midday and during the afternoon, when pollen counts are highest.

Take a shower, wash your hair and change your clothes after you’ve been working or playing outdoors.

Wear a NIOSH-rated n95 filter mask when mowing the lawn or doing other chores outdoors, and take appropriate medication beforehand.

at most department stores).

Today’s casings are made of a special material that keeps allergens in the mattress from getting in or out.

A thorough household vacuuming is also recommended, using a vacuum cleaner with a built-in bag. Dusting should be done with a wet cloth so that dust – and dust mites – aren’t blown around the house.

And one of the most basic ways to protect your home from dust and pollen is to replace furnace filters at least every three months – including every spring.

“Pets can also wreak havoc on allergy sufferers.” said Aberle.

“But when most people are advised to get rid of their cat or dog, they’re much more likely to get rid of their allergist.”

It starts with finding out what you’re allergic to.

Allergists can determine which allergens affect your immune system with in-office skin or blood tests.

Once you know what you’re allergic to, you’ll be better prepared to deal with them, whether they’re indoors or outdoors, seasonal or year-round.

For many people, over-thecounter and prescription medications can ease annoying symptoms. However, for patients who are tired of taking anti-allergy meds, or if the meds aren’t helping anymore, there are other options.

Immunotherapy is a preventive treatment in which you’re given

gradually increasing doses of an allergen to desensitize your immune system. In the United States, it has usually been done with allergy shots. But a needle-free alternative called

Tired of fighting seasonal allergies and sinus infections? Join Shawnee Mission Health for a free class on April 5, 5:30-7 p.m., to learn about the latest treatment options. To register or find a doctor, call the ASKA-NURSE Resource Center at 913-676-7777.

“sublingual” or allergy drops is rapidly gaining popularity among allergists – and allergy sufferers – in the United States.

Sublingual drops are placed under the tongue to treat the specific allergens that affect you. These drops interact with your immune cells, and with repeated administration of these drops, your immune system becomes less allergic.

“The allergy drop therapy is life-changing for patients with allergies,” said Aberle.

“Especially in the case of children, the convenience and ease of this treatment compared to the traditional shot treatment is much more easily managed by parents and tolerated by our patients who would otherwise be lifelong allergy sufferers.”

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Ask-A-Doctor What are the best ways to avoid getting arthritis? Regular, non-impact exercise and maintaining ideal body weight are the best ways to prevent the development of osteoarthritis.

What are the prime causes of arthritis?

Osteoarthritis is caused by damage to the cartilage that helps to cushion the bones in a joint. This is often the result of wear and tear from aging or injuries.

Inflammatory arthritis is the result of an autoimmune process where the body mistakenly attacks and destroys its own joints.

Michael Greenfield, MD,

Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, on arthritis.

How many types of arthritis are there?

There are several types of arthritis, but the most common are known as degenerative or osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis.

How can someone tell if they may have arthritis? The main symptom of arthritis is pain in a joint. This may be accompanied by swelling or warmth coming from the joint.

For more information about Dr. Greenfield or to find the right primary care doctor for you, visit MyHealthKC.com.

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Doesn’t arthritis mostly affect older people? Yes. However, younger people with joint injuries can develop osteoarthritis, and inflammatory arthritis can be seen at any age — including children.

Does having arthritis mean you can’t exercise? No. In fact, exercise is often recommended to help treat arthritis. If someone is overweight, losing weight can reduce stress on joints.

Staying mobile also helps to keep joints limber. Exercises need to be carefully selected, however, depending on the joints affected. In general, non- or lowimpact exercises are preferred, and water exercises are excellent for most types of arthritis.

What kinds of treatment are there for arthritis?

The first line of treatment for arthritis usually includes medicines such as anti-inflammatories (ibuprofen/naproxen) and acetaminophen.

There have been anecdotal reports of benefits with glucosamine chondroitin. Ice and physical therapy may also be recommended. More invasive treatment options include joint injections, arthroscopic surgeries and joint replacement.

Community & Wellness Classes CPR Life Saving BABYSITTING: A SERIOUS BUSINESS

This course teaches infant and child care, first aid, general safety, accident prevention and child development for babysitters ages 11 and older.

2 Session – Sunday, April 17 (1-5 p.m.) & April 24 (1-4:30 p.m.)

3 Session – Wednesday, April 20 & Monday, April 25 & Wednesday, April 27 (4-6:30 p.m.)

2 Session – Sunday, June 5 (1-5 p.m.) & June 12 (1-4:30 p.m.)

3 Session – Monday, June 27; Wednesday, June 29 & Friday, July 1 (9-11:30 a.m.)

2 Session – Sunday, July 17 (1-5 p.m.) & July 24 (1-4:30 p.m.)

Cost: $45

Health & Wellness TAI CHI

Learn to manage stress, find well-being, and improve sports performance, dexterity, balance and more through Tai Chi and Qigong meditations and exercises.

Mondays, April 18-May 23 Sundays, April 24-May 29 Mondays, June 6-July 18 (no class July 4) Sundays, June 12-July 17 Sunday classes: 1-2 p.m.

Monday classes: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Cost: $60 YOGA FOR LIFE – MIXED LEVEL

This is an all-levels Hatha yoga class. Some yoga experience recommended. This class will work with basic yoga modifications through intermediate variations of poses. Feel better than you

have in years.

Tuesdays, April 5-26 Tuesdays, May 10-31 Tuesdays, June 7-28 Tuesdays, July 5-26 All classes: 5:30-6:45 p.m.

Cost: $60 YOGA GENTLE/ RESTORATIVE

Gentle yoga is appropriate for seniors or students who simply prefer to move at a slower pace. You’ll explore range of motion in a variety of restorative postures, using props to modify postures and explore gentle opening of the body. This class includes breathing exercise and meditation.

Tuesdays, April 5-26 Tuesdays, May 10-31 Tuesdays, June 7-28 Tuesdays, July 5-26 All Classes: 1:30-2:30 p.m. OR 7-8 p.m.

Cost: $60

CPR BLS FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS SKILLS SESSION

This course is a three-part certification with AHA online testing and SMMC practical testing – renewal and full course. Part One is online cognitive lessons to be done independently at onlineaha.org.

Parts Two and Three are hands-on skills practice and testing at SMMC, and must be completed within 60 days of completing Part One. Part One is conducted strictly by AHA; the fee has no affiliation with the fees for Parts Two and Three conducted at SMMC. Participants must successfully complete Part One with AHA and bring a copy of their certificate to the course. Must complete requirements within class time or you will be referred to attend the six-hour Healthcare Provider CPR class. An AHA Healthcare Provider card, valid for two

years, will be issued upon successful completion of performance skills.

For class dates and times, visit ShawneeMission.org/classes.

Cost: $38 HEALTHCARE PROVIDER CPR

Designed to meet the professional requirements for CPR, this course includes one- and two- rescuer CPR and obstructed airway for adults, children and infants. It includes the use of one-way devices, bag valve mask and AED. An AHA Healthcare Provider course completion card, valid for two years, will be issued upon successful completion of performance skills and a written test.

March 26, April 30, May 21, June 25, July 30 All Classes: 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Cost: $63

REAFF: HEALTHCARE PROVIDER CPR

Designed to meet the professional requirements for CPR, this course includes oneand two-rescuer CPR and obstructed airway for adult, child and infant. It includes the use of one-way valve devices, bag-valve mask and AED. An AHA Healthcare Provider card, valid for two years, will be issued upon successful completion of performance skills and a written test. Must bring a current AHA Healthcare Provider course completion card to course.

April 17, May 15, June 26, July 17 All Classes: 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Cost: $58

FAMILY & FRIENDS CPR

This course covers choking management, adult/ child CPR and AED, and

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infant CPR. Ideal for new or expecting parents, grandparents and anyone watching over children.

This course does not cover first aid, and no course completion card provided.

April 10, April 16, May 1, May 7, June 12, June 18, July 10, July 16 Saturday classes: 9 a.m.-noon Sunday classes: 2-5 p.m.

Cost: $45 HEARTSAVER® ADULT, CHILD AND INFANT FIRST AID

This course teaches students critical skills to respond to and manage an emergency in the first few minutes until EMS arrives.

This course does not include CPR or AED training. An AHA course completion card will be issued upon successful completion of performance of skills.

April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12 All Classes: 6-9 p.m.

Cost: $43

HEARTSAVER® CPR AND AED

This course covers choking management, adult/child

CPR and AED, and infant CPR. Designed for anyone with limited or no medical training or anyone who needs a course completion card to meet job requirements. An AHA course completion card will be issued upon successful completion of performance of skills. $10 discount offered if taken with Heartsaver® Adult, Child and Infant First Aid class.

April 19, May 17, June 21, July 19 All Classes: 6-9 p.m.

Cost: $53

HEARTSAVER® PEDIATRIC FIRST AID WITH CPR AND AED

Designed to meet the regulatory and credentialed training requirements for child care workers in Kansas and Missouri. This course covers choking management, child CPR and AED, and infant CPR. Ideal for new or expecting parents, grandparents and anyone watching over children. An AHA course completion card will be issued upon successful completion of performance of skills.

Support Groups Better Breathers Club Meets the third Wednesday of each month from 4-5 p.m. To learn more, call Susan Geary, 913-676-2174.

Stroke Support – One Day at a Time Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m.

Breast Cancer Connection Meets twice for your convenience – the second Tuesday of each month from 6-7:30 p.m., and the second Thursday of each month from 1:30-3 p.m. For more information, contact Jodi Carlson, 913-676-2498.

Survivors of Suicide – A Healing Journey Meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month from 6:30-8 p.m. For more information, call 913-681-3050.

Living Well With Diabetes Meets the first Thursday of each month from 11 a.m.-noon.

Call Centralized Scheduling at 913-676-2505 to register and for room location. For monthly topics, visit ShawneeMission.org/diabetessupport.

Families Anonymous Meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 6:45-8:15 p.m.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Meets the third Thursday of each month from 7-9 p.m.

Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Parent Connect Group Meets the second Friday of each month from 6:30-8 p.m. For more information, email kansascityspd@yahoo.com.

KC Ostomy Support Group Meets the second Wednesday of February, April , May, June, August, October, November at 7 p.m. in the Life Dynamics Building, Room 2. To learn more, call Bob Chamberline, 816-523-5786.

Widow’s Friendship Exchange Meets every Wednesday from 5-6:30 p.m. For more information, Janice Keegan, 913-599-6061.

All support groups are free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Call the ASK-A-NURSE Resource Center at 913-676-7777 or visit ShawneeMission.org/Classes for support group locations.

SMMC Prostate Cancer Support Group Meets the second Tuesday of every month from 6-7 p.m.

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March 25, April 22, May 27, June 24, July 22 All Classes: 12:30-5:30 p.m.

Cost: $63 HEARTSAVER® ADULT FIRST AID/CPR/AED

This course teaches critical skills needed to respond to and manage a first aid, choking or sudden cardiac arrest emergency in the first few minutes until EMS arrives. This course also covers adult CPR and AED use. Participants will receive an AHA Heartsaver® course completion card.

April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21 All Classes: 5-9:30 p.m.

Cost: $58

Parent Education

For a complete list of parenting and prenatal classes, including dates and times, visit ShawneeMission.org/classes.

BECOMING A LOVE AND LOGIC PARENT

Guide your children to become responsible for their lives while putting the joy back into parenting with “Love & Logic” principles, developed by the Cline/Fay Institute. Help set limits calmly without losing your temper.

Cost: $65

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: $20

Specialty Classes SPEAKING OF DEATH: ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS

A physician and a hospital chaplain will share their experiences. Topics will include information for the living and the dying: how to make your own wishes known before you reach the

final steps; descriptions of the actual process of dying; conversations at the moment of death; hospice care - it’s not what you probably think; grieving under a variety of circumstances and the road back to normal.

March 24, 5:30-7 p.m.

Cost: Free

DIABETES EDUCATION CLASSES

Learn how to improve your blood sugar control and increase your self-confidence to manage diabetes.

The curriculum includes an initial one-on-one visit with a Certified Diabetes Educator, and then a series of three two-hour class sessions with a Registered Nurse and a Registered Dietitian. A physician referral is required and the classes are billable to insurance. For more information, call 913676-2548.

Tuesdays, March 29, April 19, May 10, May 31, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Wednesdays, March 30, April 20, May 11, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Cost: Billed through insurance or self-pay NEW NON-HORMONAL TREATMENT TO RESTORE VAGINAL HEALTH

Join Urogynecologist Patrick Nosti, MD, to discuss a new therapy, MonaLisa Touch, for the treatment of vaginal atrophy.

March 31, April 28 or May 17, 6-7 p.m.

Cost: Free

CREATION HEALTH

Learn how to live a healthier, happier and more fulfilled life through the CREATION Health lifestyle principles – Choice, Rest, Environment, Activity, Trust/Faith in God, Interpersonal Relationships, Outlook, Nutrition. Join this four-week, four-session class and make the power of choice work for you.

Mondays, April 4-25 Cost: $85

For more information or to register for any of these classes, visit ShawneeMission.org/Classes.

For free classes, please call the ASK-A-NURSE Resource Center at 913-676-7777, Option 2, to register.

STOP DIABETES BEFORE IT STARTS

Did you know that 60 percent of people with prediabetes can avoid diabetes with simple lifestyle changes? Come learn what pre-diabetes means and how to prevent it from turning into diabetes. Call 913-676-2505 to register.

April 4, July 11 All Classes: 6-8 p.m.

Cost: $10

FUNCTION BETTER FOR LIFE

Train your muscles to do everyday tasks safely and efficiently with functional fitness. This movement class focuses on complete body conditioning, as well as brain and posture health.

Modifications are made for all fitness levels, ages and physical conditions.

Thursdays, April 7-28 Thursdays, May 5-26 Thursdays, June 2-30 Thursdays, July 7-28 All Classes: noon-1 p.m.

Cost: $40

Massage Therapy Services Relax and rejuvenate with a 30-, 60- or 90-minute massage at Life Dynamics. Choose from a variety of massage techniques, including: k Swedish k Trigger Point k Sports k Deep Tissue k Prenatal k Cranial Sacral k Chair (10 or 20 minutes) k Lymphatic k Stone (90 minutes).

Call the Life Dynamics Health and Wellness Center at 913-676-2040, Option 2, for more information or to schedule an appointment.

LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER

The Look Good Feel Better® program is open to all women with cancer who are undergoing radiation, chemotherapy or other forms of treatment. This handson group workshop includes a detailed description and demonstration of a 12-step skin care and makeup program, options relating to hair loss, nail care and helpful suggestions on clothing.

May 9, July 11 All Classes: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

Health Specialist Linda Mufich, PT, to explore this topic and learn what you can do to keep your pelvic floor muscles in tip-top shape.

April 26, 6:30-8 p.m.

Cost: Free

HEALTHY HABITS START TODAY

Sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Gain some enlightenment on how discovering your life’s purpose can move you on a path toward self-improvement and lifetime change.

May 16, 4:30-6 p.m.

Cost: Free

YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AND SECURITY IN TROUBLING TIMES

Join Steve Haynes, SMMC Security, for an overview of steps you can take to protect yourself and loved ones from a variety of threats that exist in today’s fast-paced modern environment.

April 13, 5:30-7 p.m.

Cost: Free MENOPAUSE ESSENTIALS

Abigail Proffer, OB/gyn, will talk about the basics of menopause, including the stages of menopause, how to track and manage symptoms, and what treatment options are safe and effective.

Stress is a perception of how we view life events and relationships. Understand how you think and how to change your thought patterns so as to change the way you ultimately feel in mind, body and spirit.

June 20, 4:30-6 p.m.

Cost: Free

BUGGING OUT – SURVIVAL IN THE WILDERNESS

Join Jeremy Johnson – certified in Safety and Health (SSH), a certified Hunter Educator and a certified Angler Educator – for an informative class that will provide you with a basic understanding of how to survive while lost in the wilderness.

June 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Cost: $20

Gardening FOUR SEASON CONTAINER GARDENS – Learn how to creatively change the plants to keep them looking good year-round. April 14 ENERGY EFFICIENT: WAYS TO GARDEN WITH MINIMUM INPUTS – An evening of sharing and transformation from a Master Gardener who adopted this gardening lifestyle. May 12 HARDSCAPES AND GARDEN PATHS - Learn how to design

hardscapes and solid garden paths. June 9

BACKYARD FOOD FOREST- Learn about growing edibles by

mimicking the most efficient garden of all – the forest – and by utilizing permaculture principles to care for the earth, care for people and return the surplus to earth and people. July 14

April 14, 6-7:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

All Classes: 5:30-7 p.m.; Cost: $5 each

PELVIC FLOOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT FOR FEMALE URINARY INCONTINENCE

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY

Major stresses throughout life - including pregnancy, childbirth, hysterectomy or menopausal changes, for example - all weaken pelvic structures, especially the muscles forming the pelvic floor. This can leave women more vulnerable to loss of bladder control. Join Pelvic

THINK YOURSELF CALM

This is an eight-week program that will change your eating forever. Taught by experienced registered dietitians, it will give you a variety of practical tips to handle the emotional aspects of eating. Register by calling the Outpatient Nutrition Clinic at 913-676-2495.

Thursdays, May 26-July 14, 12-12:30 p.m.

Cost: $50

Stop Smoking SMOKING CESSATION

Learn to live smoke-free with the help of a former smoker and a support group in this five-week, nine-session program. Attendance in all sessions will enhance your success.

April 25-May 23 Class Meeting Times: 6:30-8 p.m.

Cost: $110

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The Facts

Don’t sit still Sitting all day increases our risk for obesity and puts us at risk for back pain, poor posture, leg cramps, tense muscles – and boredom.

But the typical adult sits in a desk chair for eight hours, sits down commuting to and from work, and then spends the evening sitting in front of the TV. Fortunately, there’s something

you can do about it. In fact, there are lots of simple and effective exercises that can be done while you work – even within an office environment.

And by making exercise part of your everyday work routine, you’ll be healthier, happier and more productive.

Here’s a list of ways to keep your body busy without even leaving your office:

Wall Push-Ups These push-ups can be done against stable walls (not your cubicle!).

Lean against the wall at a 45-degree angle. Try doing 2 sets of 10-15 repetitions.

The Stair Master

Raise the roof While marching in place, push toward the ceiling with your palms up and thumbs almost touching your shoulders. Make it harder by holding water bottles. Aim for 20 repetitions.

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Instead of awkward elevator small talk, you can elevate the heart rate. Just take the stairs.

Accelerate on the straightaways and take two at a time every other flight for a real leg burn.

Leg Lifts

Calf Raises Seated calf raises can be done with the toes pointing forward, outward or inward. While seated with the back straight and shoulders squared, lift your heels and contract your calves. Consider 2 sets of 10 each.

These exercises will really help with lower extremity circulation.

In a seated position, extend one leg in front of you and keep it elevated and extended. Lift and hold the extended leg for a set of 20 then do the other side. Next, with one leg extended in front with your toes pointed, make small circles with your extended leg in one direction then reverse the direction for sets of 5-10.

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Having a doctor is good.

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There are dozens of highly-qualified primary care doctors in the Shawnee Mission Health network.

Find the one who’s right for you.

Just go to MyHealthKC.com, answer a few, quick questions, and we’ll connect you with the doctors who best match your health and wellness needs. Learn about their education, interests and practice styles in short, informative videos.

Of course, with a doctor in the Shawnee Mission Health network, you’ll have access to nearly 700 highly-trained doctors in 50 specialties. Visit MyHealthKC.com today on your desktop, laptop, smartphone, whatever.

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