January 2015 Aventura Digest

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See Near And Far Without Glasses..............................................PG 10 Annual South Beach Wine & Food Festival................................PG 14 Resort Style Assisted Living In A Tropical Environment...........PG 17

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6 things you can do to be more productive this year (BPT) - Time. You never seem to have enough of it. Whether it’s work, family commitments, your kids or your spouse, there’s always someone or something that needs your time. And imagine the chaos if you were to actually want a little time for yourself as well.

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• Wake up earlier. Yes, it’s that simple. Waking up 30 to 60 minutes earlier gives you a great jump-start on your day. You can exercise, catch up on email or just relax in this newfound peace and quiet. Just don’t forget to go to bed earlier at night to ensure you’re awake to enjoy the morning.

• Make a plan. Even the busiest of days will flow more smoothly if you are following a

predetermined plan and schedule. So before your next busy day, week or season, take time to jot down a list of everything you have to do. You’ll be more efficient in accomplishing these tasks and you won’t waste time panicking about how you’ll complete it all.

• Decide which decisions you’ll make. Research has shown that the more choices you make during the day, the harder each one becomes for your brain. Eliminate routine decisions whenever possible by having the same breakfast each morning, putting out your clothes the night before or parking in the same space each day, for example. By cutting these decisions out of your daily itinerary, you’ll be saving brain power for the truly important choices.

• Delegate. You aren’t afraid to ask for help at work, so why not speak up at home? Ask family members to help you

complete household projects or hire someone to help you maintain the yard, run errands or do the shopping. Any assistance you receive will save you time for other responsibilities.

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• Be selective in what you commit to. Want to do

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productive when you can focus on the few things you actually want to do.

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Drawbacks Of Hiring Your Own Aide

By Terry Adler, CEO, Always Classic Care - Aventura Digest

This one is the most frequently asked questions I am asked: Why should I go through an agency when I can hire my own aide and pay less per hour?

Remember the age-old adage “You get what you pay for”? You may pay less for your aide hourly, but when you hire independently, do you really know what you are getting yourself into?

These are just a few of the complaints that I have heard from patients who contacted us: • Things seem to disappear too often • She didn’t listen to what I wanted • She got so bossy that I felt like I was the employee • With her problems, I felt that I needed to help her with extra money • She kept coming late and leaving early • She was on her cell phone all the time • She was nervous driving to unfamiliar addresses, even to the doctor • She did not cook the way I like and would not listen to my suggestions • She didn’t buy the brands or cuts of meat that I wanted • She didn’t dress appropriately and when we went out, I was embarassed.

With our agency, as with any other legitimate agency, we do not stand for any complaints, NOT ANY.

• Our aides are professionally trained with documentation and references carefully checked • All aides and nurses have been screened by the FBI with confirmation that they have no criminal records • A registered nurse opens each case to assess the exact needs of the new client • The client and/or family is interviewed for specifications and expectations • Staff carefully matches an aide to the personality and needs of the client • If the match is not perfect, staff will make changes immediately.

You definitely can hire whomever you like.

However, you should consider the following carefully: • How well do you know this person? Can you trust him or her? Are you sure the aide does not have a police record? How do you know?

• Is the aide insured to cover any liability if you should become injured while in their care? By hiring through an agency, you can be certain that liability covering the aide is in place.

• Does your aide have a legal right to work in this country? That translates to a Green Card, Permanent Residency or actual citizenship.

• Will you be paying your share of their Federal taxes? Our agency does. We report and we pay, as good citizens should.

Many people are unaware of their responsibility to the IRS when hiring a household employee, or of the aide’s legitimate status to work in the US. Our aides are our employees and we report their earnings and our share to the IRS. Protect yourself by preventing problems. An agency is your safest way to go. Even the home health aides know that, and although they accept statewide standard rates that may be lower than what they could get from the client privately, reputable aides know that by working through reputable agencies, they also are protected and can be steadily employed with respect.

I Hope this has been helpful. With my 20+ years of experience as a cardiac and home health nurse, I will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding home health. Please feel free to email me at terry@alwaysclassiccare.com or call me at 305-403-2622.

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Near-Far Multifocal PresbyLasik: Correction for two kinds of vision problems

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For years, the miracle of Lasik surgery for vision correction was almost always an either-or procedure. Patients who wanted to throw away their glasses or contact lenses but were old enough to require reading glasses on top of their distance correction, had to choose one kind of correction or the other for each eye. Now, a remarkable new procedure called PresbyLasik allows most patients to eliminate both problems.

Jose Berrios, 65, and his wife, Alma Mazar-Berrios, 63, both qualified for the PresbyLasik procedure and are thrilled with the results.

Jose, a Miami-Dade transit driver, began to require reading glasses years ago. Then over time, he started to have trouble seeing at a distance as well, and needed either bifocals or two different pairs of glasses. “I was going for a vision test every two years, and the prescription would always change,” he recalls. “I was really tired of it.”

One day, a co-worker told Jose about her daughter, who had had successful Lasik surgery by Dr. Stanley Braverman.

Intrigued, he decided to pay a visit to Dr. Braverman at the Braverman Eye Center in Hallandale Beach. “I hoped I’d be able to quit wearing my glasses,” he says.

As a bus driver driving at night, Jose needs to be able to see clearly, because the safety of his passengers can depend on it. When he’s not working, he enjoys going to the firing range, a hobby that also requires keen distance vision. And when he relaxes at the couple’s home in Hialeah, he likes to surf the Internet, for which he needs clear close vision. He didn’t really expect to be able to have both problems corrected, but he was happily surprised.

“Dr. Braverman gave me a complete eye exam,” Jose recalls. “Then he told me about the (PresbyLasik) procedure and said I’d be a good candidate.”

Jose had the painless procedure and since then, he can see clearly both for distance and for reading. He is now two years out from the procedure. “It’s nice not to have to wear glasses anymore,” he says. “I enjoy being able to see again.”

Jose was so pleased with his results that Alma decided to see if she might qualify for PresbyLasik. A month after her husband had the procedure, she, too, visited the Braverman Eye Center. She was doubtful about her candidacy, however,

Dr Stanley Braverman with Jose and Alma Berrios.

Happy to be able to drive, day and night, and to read, without glasses! for a couple of reasons.

Her prescription was much stronger and more complex than Jose’s. “I wore trifocals,” she says. “I work a lot at the computer and I was having problems. I couldn’t see TV without glasses--everything was a blur -- and I couldn’t see signs when I was driving.”

The other reason Alma wondered whether the procedure could be successful for her: “I’d been told in years past that I wasn’t a candidate for Lasik,” she says. “I didn’t think I’d ever be able to go without glasses.”

But Jose kept urging her to try again.

And at her visit to the Braverman Eye Center, Alma discovered that technology had changed since she last inquired about Laser Vision Correction Surgery. During the consultation, she learned that she was indeed a candidate for PresbyLasik.

Alma decided to go ahead. “My hus-

band was so happy with his outcome that he convinced me to have the procedure,” she says.

Just as it was for Jose, PresbyLasik was successful for Alma. Now she is also one year out from the PresbyLasik procedure.

Whether they are at work, out for a drive, watching a movie or walking their dogs (two German shepherds and Australian sheepdog), they do it without the inconvenience of glasses or contacts. “I’m very happy not to have to wear glasses,” Alma says. “It took me awhile to figure out I didn’t need them anymore. I kept putting my finger on my nose to push them up. I feel very grateful. Both of us have recommended Dr. Braverman to friends.”

Dr. Braverman started doing the PresbyLasik procedure over three years ago. It was introduced into the United States approximately seven years ago, having originally been done using the

Allegretto Wavelight femtosecond laser by an Italian Eye Surgeon, Dr. Roberto Pinelli. This is the same Laser that Dr. Braverman uses. Dr. Braverman said “this technique was developed by taking what Eye Surgeons already knew about how Lasik changes the shape of the front of the eye to eliminate glasses, and just modifying the techniques to be able to reduce or eliminate the need for distance glasses, as well as reading glasses.”

What To Expect With Z-lasik Surgery All Laser Lasik surgery is performed on a patient’s cornea, which provides most of the focusing power when light enters the eye. Topical anesthetic drops are applied to the eye. The surgeon first uses a special Ziemer LDV femtosecond laser to create a thin layer of corneal tissue that can be

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folded back (a corneal flap). Then, another type of laser (an Allegretto EyeQ excimer laser) is used to reshape the underlying cornea, painlessly. After the excimer laser treatment, the corneal flap is repositioned and bonds back into place naturally.

The corneal reshaping improves the focusing power of the cornea.

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This means that they no longer need glasses or contacts to drive, play most sports, and watch TV. Also, you can participate in careers requiring good unaided vision, such as policemen or firemen.

About Dr. Stanley Braverman Dr. Stanley Braverman is a Voluntary Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Miami School of Medicine and the Anne Bates Leach Eye Hospital/Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He is also an

Adjunct Associate Clinical Professor at the Nova Southeastern School of Optometry. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Braverman, a boardcertified ophthalmologist, has been a medical researcher, and is the inventor of several eye surgical instruments, and author of many articles for medical journals. He has lectured at professional meetings about upgraded lens implants and advanced cataract surgery and LASIK, both nationally and internationally. He has been recognized by Newsweek Magazine as one of the Fifteen Leaders in Laser Eye Surgery in 2011, and recently co-authored a book on Z-Lasik that is being distributed internationally.

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All-star roster of chefs and events will head to South Beach from Feb. 19–22

By Larry Blustein - Aventura Digest

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In the 13 years that the South Beach Wine & Food Festival has been attracting some of the top chefs from across the globe, thousands of culinary groupies have flocked to this part of the country - getting away from the cold weather and taking in some of the best that this popular event has to offer.

While numerous changes have been made - including the name that has been switched for the 14th year to the Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by FOOD & WINE - this has become a destination that now brings in some of the best this world has to offer.

This year’s Festival consists of more than 75 events during the four-day, star-studded gourmet gathering. Taking place February 19–22, proceeds from the Festival benefit the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management’s Wine Spectator Restaurant Management Laboratory and Southern Wine & Spirits Beverage Management Center at Florida International University.

“Having been to something like 12 of these events, I made sure that I purchased tickets early this time around,” Gabrielle Elias of Aventura said.

“I know that some tickets are very hard to get, so I worked on those first. While you cannot get every ticket to each and every top event, you try and pick and choose.”

South Florida’s Own Chef Michelle Bernstein Once again this year, there will be some of the elite chefs on hand for the four days, and perhaps one of the most recognizable to locals will be our very own Chef Michelle Bernstein, a Miami native of Jewish and Latin descent, who continues to dazzle diners and critics alike with her sublime

cuisine and a personality as bright and vibrant as the Florida sun.

“My food isn’t heavy handed or unnecessarily complicated,” says Bernstein, a James Beard Award winner (Best Chef South 2008) and author of Cuisine a Latina (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2008). “You don’t need heavy handed technique and over the top presentations to make a dish work. It’s about amazing ingredients, layered flavors and simplicity. My style of cooking is inspired by my own food memories and it’s the simple, soulful cooking that I remember from my travels. I cook the food I love and I think that love translates to the diners.”

Bernstein and her husband/ partner, David Martinez, operate MBC Michelle Bernstein Catering Company, a full-service catering company as well as her wildly popular café concept, Crumb on Parchment. She is also working with the team at the renowned restaurant and entertainment collective – KNR Hospitality – on the food & beverage operations for the soon-to-open Thompson Miami Beach hotel; among its many elements, a new restaurant – Seagrape.

In addition, Bernstein dedicates time to Common Threads an after-school program for underprivileged kids and regularly appears on an array of national TV shows, from Top Chef to Good Morning America. Bernstein also hosts the PBS weekly television series, Check, Please! South Florida.

She consults for Delta Airlines, Nespresso and Ruinart. She is a member of the Lexus Culinary Masters, a member of the Macy’s Culinary Council, and recently joined IMUSA’s panel of chef ambassadors to help unveil the Global Kitchen line.

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North Miami Beach. “She is really someone who represents this area of the country - while appealing to those around the world.”

Dining Experiences Adds To The Event The 2015 program also features more than 20 intimate dinner experiences throughout the weekend, highlighting revered culinary talent from around the world with exquisite wines, select spirits, and pairings from the Southern Wine & Spirits of Florida portfolio. The New York Times Dinner Series boasts an all-star line-up of chefs, including Amol Agarwal, Jimmy Bannos Jr., Aaron Brooks, Ashley Christensen, Ben Ford, Charles Gabriel, Linton Hopkins, JJ Johnson, Vikas Khanna, Jonathan Lane, Christopher Lee, and Marcus Samuelsson.

Also part of this series is the Festival’s annual Tribute Dinner presented by Bank of America at Loews Miami Beach, the Festival’s host hotel. Hosted by Tribute Dinner Culinary Chairman José Andrés and Master of Ceremonies Harold McGee, the evening will honor the contributions of renowned Chef Juan Mari Arzak, the acclaimed pioneer of Basque cuisine and the president and CEO of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, Ted Baseler, to the hospitality industry.

The Festival is also excited to showcase a variety of late-night soirées throughout the weekend, such as: Tacos After Dark hosted

by Aaron Sanchez, Mix It Up with Morimoto & Friends, Frost: A Sprinkles Wonderland hosted

by Candace Nelson, The Art of Tiki: A Cocktail Showdown hosted by Emeril Lagasse, Cigars & Spirits, Medianoches & Mixology hosted by Alex Guarnaschelli, Death by Chocolate: A Dessert Party hosted by Dominique Ansel and Chef Bobby Flay’s Caribbean Heat

Some of the delectable delights at Michy’s, the golden child restaurant created by husband and wife team David Martinez and Michelle Bernstein. For more information check out michysmiami.com.

Laurenzo’s Michael Bennett Spotlighted Michael Bennett, born in Fort Lauderdale to first generation Floridians, had spent most of his childhood trekking to Laurenzos with his Grandparents for Saturday afternoons filled with pampering.

Michael began working for his Fort Lauderdale restaurateur family where he absorbed his family’s work ethic and respect for Italian foods. Michael’s grandfather the first in the family’s restaurateurs propelled Chef Michael’s professional cooking while he attended college.

He ultimately transferred to The Culinary Institute of America to pursue

his true passion and then again found himself in South Florida grinding out 10 years of O.J.T. under the tutelage from Miami’s most well-known and highpowered chefs. On each of these journeys, Chef Michael was fortunate enough to have Laurenzos Gourmet Market with their distinguished Italian wines, gourmet pastas and cheeses to rely upon.

In his current position with Laurenzos, Chef Michael loves the daily commune with inquisitive want-to-be chefs and multi-generational Laurenzos shoppers, guiding their probing foodie requests with timeless gastronomic retorts and eager wellbeing advice.

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German shepherds to gerbils: How to choose the best pet for your family (BPT) - Whether a loyal pal like Lassie is what you’re looking for, or a Garfield-like couch potato is more your speed, a pet can make a wonderful addition to your family.

But there is more to choosing a new pet than simply falling in love with a cute face. Making an informed and well-researched decision can lead to a happy home life for both you and your pet.

“One of the most important things to know is that all pets are awesome. They have the potential to be great family members,” says Tracey Kitching, veterinary technology instructor at Argosy University, Twin Cities. “It all boils down to what you want the animal for, the

demands of the animal, and the husbandry and expenses associated with that animal.”

“The priority is the family needs to decide the type of time they have available for the animal,” says Paula Lind, department director of Veterinary Technology at Argosy University, Twin Cities.

“The family also needs to look at its capability to provide the appropriate exercise, living quarters and temperament.

Sometimes people are mismatched with the animals they choose, and shelters are filled with young dogs that did nothing wrong. They were just a poor match for their owners.”

The energy of the ani-

mal is an important factor to consider. “For any species, understanding how much energy that animal has is important,” says Kitching. For example, a border collie wouldn’t be good for people working 16 hours a day, while great Danes tend to make great apartment dogs since they generally lay around a lot.

Your family must be able to meet the energy needs of the animal.

Lind says that if you work long hours, a cat would be a better choice than a dog, but it’s important to remember that cats also need companionship.

For families that aren’t home much, a fish, hamster, gerbil, rat or ferret would be better choices, says Lind. Puppies will

require exercise and obedience training, which will require more time than an older dog or other types of animals.

Temperament is another key area, especially when looking at breeds of dogs. People often look at puppies as the ideal dog for their small children, but Lind says this isn’t the case. She wouldn’t recommend a puppy for children younger than 5, and adds that the puppy cowering in the back of the litter is the worst to pick for children.

The cost of owning a pet goes beyond the initial purchase of the animal.

Kitching says an animal like a hamster will require an initial purchase of a cage, wheel and food,

while a dog will require a collar, leash, obedience lessons, a kennel and food, among other things. The amount an animal eats will also greatly affect the cost of ownership.

Before deciding on any pet, research is key. “The biggest thing is you have to do your research and think about the needs of the animal. It’s not about you, it’s about the animal,” says Lind. “It’s going to need your time,

love and attention.” For dogs, talk with breeders, people who own that breed, and research breeds on sites like the American Kennel Club website, which contains info on all breeds of dogs. If you’re adopting an animal, Lind says many rescue groups and shelters do an excellent job of assessing temperament. These shelters will know if an animal is good with children and other animals.

The easiest thing you can do for your health and looks: Drink More Water

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(BPT) - You probably already know that exercising and eating right are key ways to improve your health. But, you may be overlooking one major health necessity that is as close as your kitchen faucet water. It’s vital all year long, even during winter months when you might think hydration is less important.

“Staying hydrated is a very important component of staying healthy,” says physician assistant Tricia A. Howard, a faculty member at South University, Savannah College of Health Professions . “Most people know they need to stay hydrated when they are doing vigorous exercise or in very hot weather, but they don’t realize the importance of making sure they are getting enough water every day.”

Why water is important Sixty percent of your body weight is made up of water. Since water carries nutrients to cells in your body, and flushes toxins from vital organs, Howard says it is important to replace what you lose daily.

“Our bodies are always losing water even when we breathe we are losing small amounts,” she says. “So, it is important to know how much water you need daily and to make a point of drinking it.”

Your daily intake Howard says men need three liters, or 13 cups, of water a day. Women should drink 2.2 liters or nine cups daily.

“If you drink water with each meal, and at least one glass between each meal, you will be very close to what you need to drink every day,” Howard suggests.

And there is good news if you want some variety. Howard says beverages like milk and even coffee can take the place of some of the water that you need to drink daily.

“Drinks that are high in water, and low in calories, are acceptable substitutions for water,” Howard explains. “But watch out for sugary, high-calorie drinks that will cause weight gain.”

Beauty benefits Howard says the benefits of staying properly hydrated every day go beyond good health. Staying hydrated also approves the appearance of your skin.

“Drinking a glass of water is one of the easiest things any of us can do,” Howard says. “It is important to how your body works on the inside, and how it looks on the outside. Adding this simple step to your daily routine is well worth the many benefits.”

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11 tricks to speed through airport security (BPT) - No one likes standing in the security line at the airport, and if you are a frequent flier it can be a real hassle.

Whether you want to streamline your approach to security or get yourself in a special line, here is a travel inspiration website, DreamPlanGo.com’s suggestions on how to reduce your wait time and reclaim your sanity: Invest in CLEAR. To be clear, CLEAR costs.

Subscribers pay about $15 per month, so it’s only worth it if you are a frequent business traveler.

You also have to hand over your fingerprints, iris image and multiple forms of identification. Once you have your CLEARCARD you can leave from select airports only. This service might become more attractive when more U.S.

airports participate in the program.

Enroll in TSA PRECheck. Ten popular airlines participate in TSA Pre-Check. Fork over a non-refundable $85 application fee and submit your personal information and fingerprints for quick access. If you haven’t committed a felony and aren’t on a terrorist watch list, you will receive a Known Traveler Number. Use this number to purchase tickets with participating airlines. You will usually be invited into the PRE-check express lane at the airport, but it’s no guarantee.

Consider a Trusted Traveler Program instead.

If you participate in Global Entry, NEXUS or SENTRI, you can qualify for TSA PRE-check lines in addition to expedited North American border crossing

lines.

Check out airline loyalty programs. Some airline loyalty programs help make screening easier.

They will waive your cost of the PRE-check, or provide you access to elite security lines at airports.

If you don’t want to spend big bucks for a shorter wait time, try these tips instead: • Pick the fastest security agent. If you are a pro at picking the fastest checkout line at the grocery store, now is the time to use your skills.

Sometimes it isn’t about the shortest line, but the most efficient agent.

• Don’t push the 3-1-1 rule. Peanut butter, jam, gravy and cranberry sauce won’t make it through security even if they are your lunch for the day.

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• Keep gifts unwrapped. No one wants to have their Christmas presents greedily torn apart by TSA officers, but if they need too, they will.

Wrap your gifts after you’ve flown.

• Be a neat packer.

Carefully packed suitcases are frequently easier to scan with the X-ray machine. If TSA agents do need to open your bag, you will be saved the embarrassment of your

suitcase’s contents exploding all over the airport.

• Organize carry-ons.

Once you get to the X-ray machine, it’s best if you are ready to go. Stow your laptop in an easy-to-reach space and have your 3-1-1 bag ready. A few moments of planning beforehand can save you hold-ups and stress while you’re in line.

• Plan a sensible outfit.

Your airport outfit might have to be a little boring in order to speed through security. You don’t want to have to take off jewelry, belts, scarves, coats and

lace-up boots, so today is the day to wear slip on shoes and a simple, onelayer outfit with no accessories.

• Have your documents ready. Get out your drivers’ license, passport and boarding pass before you reach the agent. This keeps you from having to root around in your pockets and bags while you make others wait.

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2015 GO GREEN Recognition Award Program The City of Aventura proudly announces the 2015 GO GREEN RECOGNITION PROGRAM for residential and business properties. This prestigious award is presented by the Community Services Advisory Board to those properties whose efforts to keep Aventura sustainable and green for generations to come.

There are several categories to apply for ranging from recycling initiatives to energy conservation practices and using native landscaping to establishing water saving practices. All residential and commercial properties are encouraged to apply. Winners will be recognized at the City’s Arbor Day Ceremony which will be held on Friday, April 24, 2015 at the Arts &

Cultural Center. This annual event recognizes the efforts of residential and business properties and ACES students to keep Aventura a greener place to live and work.

Download application at cityofaventura.com. The deadline to submit an application is Friday, February 27, 2015.

For more information, contact the Community Services Department at 305466-8930.

LIFESTYLES

HOROSCOPES Aries (March 21 - April 19) You want to start the year brand new, and indications are you very well might!

The end of December brought an excellent phase for your career, but if you say, “Not so much,” it may be that top VIPs were talking about you and putting you on the short list of stars in the making.

Taurus (April 20- May 20) The year starts off on a rocky note, but under no circumstances should you consider this to be a sign of what’s to come in 2015, be strong, be a fighter. It’s unfortunate that the full moon, in Cancer 15 degrees, will be in a bad mood. This full moon may see you coming back from a holiday trip.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20) The beginning of January finds you obsessed with money management. You may be sending out checks, depositing checks, and deciding how to appropriate funds you have for the coming year. You had been thinking about this topic in December too, and may have had meetings with

your bookkeeper and accountant.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22) You have had a very hard time lately, with pressure coming at you from all sides. Uranus and Pluto make their last decisive hard aspect on March 16, 2015, and that will be their 7th (!) and final dispute since June 2012 - you will start to feel a reduction of pressure.

Leo (July 23- Aug 22) This will be your year, dear Leo, for Jupiter, the giver of gifts and luck, is in Leo for the first time since August 2002 to August 2003. Jupiter spends one year in each of the signs he visits, and last year, on July 16, 2014, Jupiter reentered Leo. The road is open and clear - you finally have all the elements you need.

Virgo (Aug 23 - Sept 22) The coming year is about to be one of your best, dear Virgo, but you won’t fully understand the truth of this until you get to mid-August. To throw your expectations off a little, we have a very difficult full moon.

Libra (Sept 23 - Oct 22) You’ve had a very rough time over the past few years, so what you need most is a little fun and a lighter atmosphere. The holidays were supposed to supply that, but with so many planets stacking up in Capricorn at the new moon, December 21, through the end of the year and into early January.

Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19) Last year may have turned out to be a harder year than you expected it to be, mainly because you are a cardinal sign, and Uranus in cardinal Aries has been having an ongoing feud with Pluto in cardinal Capricorn since 2012. Cardinal signs (Aries, Libra, Cancer, and Capricorn) are highly energetic and pioneering.

Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21) You seem to have traveled quite a distance over the December holiday, or, if you could not go away, you may have hosted others in your home (or hometown). The holidays seem to have exhausted you, but somehow you found a way to connect with your family.

Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18) This will be a landmark month for you and you will like most of what happens now. It’s birthday time, when the smaller, personal planets that orbit close to earth surround you like loving little relatives, hoping that they can make any possible wish you hold in your heart come true.

Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21) You are starting to take on more responsibility on an endeavor very close to your heart, and that also means you will soon be given more respect and gain in power. You have embarked on an important commitment that will become one of your life’s pillars that will remain a constant in your life.

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Fort Lauderdale’s long awaited stage production of “The Lion King,” will run at the Broward Center from January 7, to February 1, 2015 in the Au-Rene Theatre. It tells of the birth of a young lion prince cub, born in Africa, named Simba, and his struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destined role as king, much to the dislike of his uncle Scar, who now becomes second in line to the throne. Scar plots with the hyenas to do away with King Mufasa and Prince Simba, in order to make himself the king. When Mufasa is killed, Simba is convinced by Scar, he alone is to blame, there-fore Simba flees the kingdom. After years in exile, he is compelled to return to over throw his uncle, the imposter, and claim the kingdom as his own, thus completing the “Circle of Life.” With Scar and the hyenas gone from the top of Pride Rock, Simba looks down happily at his kingdom, with his family Nala, Timon, and Pumbaa as he and Pride Rock are acknowledged and restored to their former glory.

Tickets for this not to be missed extravaganza, range from $34.25 and up, now on sale at the box office located at 201 S. W. Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderale. Showtimes are 8 p.m. evenings except Sundays. Matinees vary. For information call 800741-1010, 954-462-0222 or visit on line at www.browardcenter.org.

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Pisces (Feb 19 - March 20) You are coming into your own, dear Pisces. It’s been two long years since Mars came to visit you, but he is about to arrive now, on January 12, and remain with you until February 19.

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Find the right expert to help you manage your money The Arsht Center Presents The Stage Adaptation Of The Musical “Newsies” A Disney Production

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Newsies, the Musical, originally a film, still contains songs from the movie, as well as several new ones. The film characters are replaced by several characters, one of which is named Katherine Plumber, a reporter. During the 2015 season, the tour will play 25 cities during a 43 week period.

Based on the real life story of the Newsboy Strike of 1899, this Disney musical tells the story of Jack Kelly, a rebellious newsboy who dreams of a life as an artist living away from the big city. After publishing giant Joseph Pulitzer raises all newspaper prices, at the newsboys’ expense, Kelly and his fellow newsies take action. With help from a beautiful female reporter, Katherine Plumber, all of New York City soon recognizes the power of the little man. After many trials and problem tribulations, Jack and Katherine join the newsies in printing their own paper, that tells the outcome of the strike. Jack makes a deal with Pulitzer. The strike ends and all ends well.

It is a fast -paced new musical with awesome choreography and catchy tunes written by eight-time Oscar Winner Alan Menken, who also wrote the title song for “Beauty and The Beast,” and “The Little Mermaid.” This a a great family musical, the entire family will enjoy including an added love story between Jack Kelly and the new character Katherine Plumber.

There is no foul language and the most daring part of the show is a kiss between the romantic leads.

Direct from Broadway, the smash hit is a musical worth seeing at the Arsht Center, in the Ziff Ballet Opera House, from February 3 to 8, 2015. Tickets are $26 to $106 available at the Center’s box office located at 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami.

Showtimes vary. Call 305-949-6722 or 1800- 741-1010.

(BPT) - What’s in a name? When choosing a brand of paper towels or laundry detergent, one name may be as good as another. When it comes to selecting a financial advisor, however, consumers should know there are different types of advisors who are held to significantly different professional standards.

Registered investment advisors (RIAs), for example, are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or individual states.

They are held to a “fiduciary” standard of care, which means they have a legal duty to place the interests of their clients first. Brokers, or registered representatives, are regulated by the Financial Industry Regulatory Agency (FINRA) and are generally not considered investment advisors by federal regulators. They are held to a lower “suitability” standard, although FINRA views that as including a “best interest” of the client standard.

While more than half of U.S. investors use a professional financial advisor (a catch-all phrase that some might see as including financial planners, accountants, brokers, RIAs and even insurance salespeople), four in 10 don’t know which standards govern their advisor, according to a 2013 survey conducted by TD Ameritrade Institutional. Yet it is a key distinction.

“It’s not uncommon for investors to think a broker is the same as a registered investment advisor,” says Skip Schweiss, managing director of advisor advocacy and industry affairs for TD Ameritrade Institutional. “Even savvy investors may not know the difference.

But different types of advisors deliver different types of services and are held to different professional standards.

Before you invest with any advisor, it’s important to understand what their credentials mean, and under what accountability standards they operate.”

Fiduciary vs. suitability There are two basic standards for financial advisors: fiduciary and suitability. Of these two standards, Schweiss says, the fiduciary standard for RIAs is the higher one. Under the fiduciary standard, RIAs are bound by a 74-year-old federal act - and regulated by the SEC and state regulators. While both RIAs and brokers are required to act in their client’s best financial inter-

ests, RIAs are required to put their client’s interest first, even above their own or their company’s interests.

Brokers (also known as registered representatives) operate under the suitability standard. They are required to have reasonable grounds for believing that securities recommendations are suitable based on information provided by the customer regarding other security holdings, financial and tax status, and investment objectives, and other information that would reasonably need to be considered.

“Financial advice can come from practically anywhere these days,” Schweiss says. “Some of it will be good, some will be spurious. When you’re investing your money, it’s important to do your homework and not only research the individual or firm who is helping to manage your money, but the laws and standards to which they are held accountable.”

Schweiss also offers these tips for choosing an advisor: • Know who regulates the advisor you’re considering. The regulatory body he or she answers to can clarify what standards he or she operates under.

• Ask how he or she is compensated.

By companies selling investment products?

Fees paid by clients?

Commissions? Compensation type may give you an idea of any potential conflicts of interest between what’s best for your money and what puts the most money in the advisor’s pocket.

• Learn whether the advisor has been disciplined in the past for dishonesty or inappropriate behavior. You can find background information on financial advisors through the websites of the SEC, FINRA, National Association of Personal Financial Advisors, Certified Planning Board of Standards and the Financial Planning Association. Information may also be available through your state securities agency.

• Ask how frequently your advisor’s firm conducts audits, and if your portfolio assets will be handled by a thirdparty custodian. A custodian will provide a monthly statement of your assets to both you and your advisor.

“Information is an investor’s greatest asset,” Schweiss says. “While investing always carries an array of different risks, selecting the right advisor and knowing how he or she operates can help ensure your investments are in alignment with your plans and risk tolerance. Investors can help themselves by choosing an advisor who works to help them pursue their own goals.”

Provided by: TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation, brokerage services provided by TD Ameritrade, Inc. member FINRA/SIPC. About the survey: An online survey was conducted by True North Market Insights on behalf of TD Ameritrade.

The survey was conducted among a representative sample of 1,000 general population consumers between May 14 and May 21, 2013.

HEALTH

Treat A Skin Tear With Respect

By Marylynne Newmark, Medical Writer

As we age and lose collagen in the subdermal layers of our skin, we notice how the skin’s outer layer becomes crepelike and tears easily when brushing against a sharp edge. This was the recent case with a patient of mine, who had experienced a skin tear in a rehab just before I met her. Through lack of proper treatment at the rehab and minimal wound care ordered at home, her healing and circulation became compromised.

When I became aware of her pain ten days later, and saw the state of her wound for the first time, I referred her to Dr. Charlton Adler, wound care specialist at both Aventura Hospital and the Memorial System, and accompanied her to her appointment.

Dr. Adler pointed out how the edges of the skin tear had rolled under and new subdermal tissue was beginning to fill in the small cavity left by the tear and showed signs of entrapping the borders of the tear by growing over it. After anesthetizing the site, he gently began softening and restretching the rolled over skin, debrided the new dermal tissue that would have been excess, and surgically

placed the original skin flap over its natural area. He secured the flap with steristrips, covered with Tagaderm and left everything in place for a week to heal undisturbed.

“It’s such a shame,” said Dr. Adler, “If the skin flap would have been placed on its site in the very beginning, the patient would not have been subjected to this pain, and it would have healed by now.”

Wounds, even as superficial as a skin tear, should get professional attention when it comes to the elderly or with diabetics who heal poorly. The body’s healing capacity slows down with age and is complicated with diabetes. A simple skin tear can become infected or compromise circulation, as it did with this patient.

Wounds should be cleaned and treated with an antiinfective cream or spray and covered to avoid contamination.

Dressings should be changed daily unless specialty stay-in-place products are used after aseptic conditions are employed.

And if the wound does not show signs of healing in a few days, please see a wound care specialist like Dr. Adler.

Early professional attention can avoid

unnecessary pain, compromised healing, and a threat to one’s health.

Dr. Adler performs vascular testing right in his office. He prescribes medications and exercise to improve circulation. He works as a team with vascular specialists at Jackson North, the Aventura Wound Center and Kindred Hospital in Hollywood, all facilities where he is on staff and has surgical privileges.

Dr. Charlton Adler has been recognized for his patient and thorough podiatric care for all ankle and foot problems, as well as his limb-saving successes as a team with vascular specialists at Jackson North, the Aventura Wound Center and Kindred Hospital in Hollywood. He has the rare honor of being certified by three prestigious clinical boards: The American Board of Podiatric Surgery, The American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary

Podiatric Medicine, and he is a Certified Wound Care Specialist.

Dr. Adler’s main office is located at 2390 NE 186th St., North Miami Beach.

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(BPT) - A visit to the pharmacy can be about more than just picking up prescriptions or supplies for the medicine cabinet.

It can actually be an important, and convenient, time to ask your pharmacist key questions that could impact your health.

Dr. Andria Fetterman, a faculty member in South University Savannah’s School of Pharmacy, encourages people to use their pharmacist as a resource for information about everything from prescription medication to lifestyle changes.

Fetterman says there are five key questions you should frequently ask your pharmacist.

What can I expect from this medication?

Fetterman says whether you’re picking up an over-the-counter remedy or a prescription, you should feel free to ask your pharmacist what to expect from the medication.

“Many medications have potential side effects that you should be aware of before you take them,” advises Fetterman. “It may be something as mild as a little stomach discomfort or drowsiness, but knowing what to expect will help you handle any potential side effects. Also, knowing what to expect could keep you from blaming any new, unrelated symptoms on your medication.”

You should also ask how long it will take for your medication to make you feel better. Fetterman says most antibiotics should have you feeling better in three to five days, but an anti-depressant may need to be in your system for three weeks before you begin to feel its effects. If a prescription medicine doesn’t seem to be working in the proper time frame, you should let your doctor know. Remember that sudden discontinuation of some medications, without proper professional advice, can be costly to your health.

How long should I take an over the counter medication before I call my doctor?

Over-the-counter medicines can provide relief for a number of ailments, but sometimes you need to see a doctor either for a prescription or a correct diagnosis of your symptoms. Fetterman says your pharmacist can help guide you when you’re not sure if it is time to see a doctor.

“A pharmacist can give you advice on how quickly you should see symptom relief with an over-the-counter medication,” says Fetterman. “Many times, people will treat themselves too long with over-the-counter medicines or will switch from one product to another looking for

relief, and many times don’t go to a physician when they need to.”

How do I manage my condition?

“When someone leaves the doctor’s office after a diagnosis, they may be scared or shell-shocked,” Fetterman explains. “There may be questions about medication or daily management that they didn’t think to ask. That’s where a pharmacist can help.”

Fetterman uses Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure as examples. “A pharmacist can counsel you about weight loss, healthy eating and ways to promote cardiovascular activity. With proper disease management, some patients can actually reduce or eliminate their need for prescription medication altogether.”

Do these medicines mix?

Fetterman says it is important to ask a pharmacist about whether any new medication will mix well with other things you are already taking.

“Dietary supplements, herbal supplements and over-the-counter medicines can interact or interfere with prescription medications. When you are having a prescription filled, your pharmacist should ask you about all other medications that you’re taking. If you’re on prescription medication, check with the pharmacist before beginning any new over-thecounter supplements or medication to make sure it is safe.”

What should I do about my persistent, minor symptoms?

Fetterman says you should never hesitate to ask a pharmacist about a persistent, minor symptom that might be bothering you.

“If you’re having a non-specific or persistent symptom that you think is minor, you should still ask your pharmacist about it,” says Fetterman. “A pharmacist can recommend an over-the-counter medicine that may relieve symptoms, but can also advise you to see a doctor about your symptom rather than ignoring it.

“A pharmacist can be a great source of health information. All you have to do is ask.”

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Be smart with appliances Unlike a rug or lamp, kitchen appliances are not simple to return, so be smart when upgrading these items. Before making a purchase, it’s best to work with a professional for guidance, and weigh all factors, such as who uses the kitchen, how many people are cooking at one time and how often your family cooks.

If you’re an aspiring chef, consider a gas range that allows you to control the flame with precision. If you’re a busy mom, electric versions allow you to heat food and boil water faster. It’s also important to consider finishes - if the rest of your fixtures are brushed nickel, you may want to opt for a stainless steel range, refrigerator and dishwasher for a coordinated look.

Remember, even if a feature sounds interesting, it doesn’t mean you need it. It’s best to purchase what suits your needs and lifestyle. By making smart choices, and not splurging on unnecessary features, you’ll have the budget to spend money where it matters most for you.

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family and friends to gather and socialize. A multi-level design with stools on one side can provide casual seating for guests, leaving the other side available for you to prepare food or serve appetizers.

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(BPT) - Homeowners have spent more on kitchen remodeling than any other home improvement category in the last 10 years, according to Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies - and there’s good reason. An updated kitchen does more than boost the value of your home; whether you make just a few changes or completely renovate the entire space, a kitchen that feels new is always refreshing. From basic cooking to frequent entertaining, your dream kitchen should look good and function well.

Since the kitchen is ever-evolving, so are the products available. Skip the fads and include ideas that are aesthetically pleasing and withstand the test of time. Here are a few updates that will turn your current space into the one you’ve been dreaming about.

Think sinks When remodeling a kitchen, homeowners often overlook the sink, but it’s one element that can make a valuable style statement. While shopping for a new sink and faucet, search for the highest quality materials, like stainless steel, that are just as beautiful as they are practical.

If you’re looking for a dramatic focal point - as well as a sink that can accommodate all your pots, baking sheets and glasses - try an apron-front design. This style has been modernized, accessorized and streamlined to suit the needs of today’s homeowners. Moen also offers a stainless steel version that gives this classic a contemporary twist.

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