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Help Protect Your Children’s Feet While Playing Sports Children and Sports All parents know that children take to sports like ducks to water. Participation in sports develops a sense of self discipline, teamwork, and recognition of the importance of a healthy body -- good habits that last a lifetime. Training Emphasis

Every child physically matures at his or her own rate, and has a different degree of athletic ability. Early training should emphasize proper technique and basic movement skills in all sports. Podiatric physicians, specialists in treating the lower extremities, say children who concentrate on a single sport at too young an age are more likely to develop injuries of the foot and ankle. Save specialization in sports for the late teens.

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Whether parents like it or not, part of a child’s image revolves around footwear. For good foot health, the condition of the shoes are more important than the price tag or brand name. Podiatric physicians agree it’s often better to buy a child two $50 pairs of shoes than a single $100 pair, so the shoes can be rotated, to avoid Stuart Honick, DPm, Pt, FacFaS

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Growing Bones and Ligaments

The immature bones of children are different from those of adults. The “growth plates” in children’s bones do not finish closing until age 15-17 in boys and 13-15 in girls. When stressed, these plates are more susceptible to injury than the tendons and ligaments that support the joints. Podiatric physicians warn repetitive overuse can cause inflammation of the growth plates. They advise parents to promote diverse physical activities for their children rather than one sport.

Injuries and Treatments

Many children suffer from mild “torsional” imbalances, commonly known as in-toeing and out-toeing. Most children outgrow these imbalances without medical treatment. However, if a child has obvious torsional imbalances, he or she may be more susceptible to injury. If that is the case, keep a close eye out for foot and ankle injuries associated with sports activity. Foot injuries commonly seen in very active children include: Ankle Sprains. In older children, stretched or torn ligaments in the ankle, known as sprains, are more common than fractures. A sprain may cause extensive swelling around the ankle just like a fracture. Immediate treatment is crucial to quick healing. A podiatric physician can provide treatment as well as recommend balancing and strengthening exercises to restore coordination quickly. Fractures. Fractures from overuse in child-athletes are commonly seen in podiatric medical offices. Growth plates are particularly susceptible to injuries, but mid-shaft fractures of the bone also occur. If a fracture is not severe, rest and immobilization may be the best treatment. More complicated injuries may require casting or surgical correction. If swelling and pain persist, see a podiatric physician. Sever’s Disease. An inflammation of a growth plate, Sever’s Disease is often felt as pain behind the heel caused by inflammation of the apophysis, a growth center where a tendon is attached to the bone. Rest, ice, and heel lifts are usually prescribed. Shin splints and stress fractures. Shin splints are microtears or inflammation of the anterior leg muscles, as our Achilles tendon pulls in the posterior region of the leg. Again, rest is most important in healing these injuries. If pain is persistent, see a podiatrist. Dr. Honick’s warm and capable manner and skilled staff makes a visit with your child a very positive and healing experience. Your family is in very competent care when the need for a podiatrist arises!

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Contents Cosmetic & General Dentistry

Legal Professionals

Women’s History

Medical Professionals

Hospice Care

Theatre & Entertainment

Psychiatry

Family Portraits & Headshots

Linwood Family Dentistry.............................................. 2 Go Feet: Dr. Stuart W. Honick....................................... 3 Shore Vascular & Vein Center........................................ 4 Advanced Care Ob/Gyn Infertility.................................. 6 Atlantic Medical Imaging............................................... 7 Certified Dermatology................................................... 8 Relievus....................................................................... 14 Village Medical............................................................ 17 Paonessa Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC........................ 19 Kathy A. Banks, DMD...................................... 26, 27, 28

Health & Wellness

Enlightened Solutions.................................................... 9 Body in Balance Physical Therapy.............................. 18 A Mindful Renewal...................................................... 20 Hummingbird Yoga...................................................... 20 Nina Radcliff, MD........................................................ 21 Hypnosis for Women............................................. 24, 25

Featured on the Cover

Russell & Marinucci............................................... 10, 11

Business & Finance

Copiers Plus, Inc......................................................... 12

D’Amato Law Firm....................................................... 13 Journey Hospice................................................... 15, 40 Charles Meusburger, MD............................................. 17

Financial Management

Garden State Trust Company................................ 22, 23

2020 Olympics...................................................... 38, 39 Atlantic City Ballet....................................................... 41 Donna Andrews Photography..................................... 43

Community.................................................. 31, 42

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness Month................................ 29

Fabulous Food

Cutting Board Creations, LLC..................................... 30

Men’s Clothing

Lou Marchiano for Men............................................... 32

Fashion & Beauty

The Bra Boudoir.......................................................... 32

Travel Agency

Vagabond Travel Agency............................................. 33

Pet Services

Funny Farm Rescue.................................................... 34

Women of Atlantic County............. 36, 37

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Is Your Cycle Normal?

Submitted by Salvatore Carfagno, DO, FACOO Well, now you Submitted by Salvatore Carfagno,are DO, FACOOG pregnant, with that positive Life is filled with surprises! sign there, your mind Your period should not beis filled one with millions of these surprises. of questions. But that is ok; Heavy Menstrual Cycles your health care In this edition, I will be discussing the issue of heavy provider will be menstrual cycles. For most women, their menstrual more than happy cycle occurs about once every 28 to 30 Theany period todays. answer may last three to seven days. The flowquestions is described thatas moderate. Menses start somewhere around eleven to you may have. fourteen years old. This monthly gift They will continue until really have fifty-one. heard most of Unscheduled Bleeding them before. Bleeding outside of your normal cycle day or heavy scheduled cycles consideredasked abnormal. Here are the mostarefrequently questions by the Unscheduled bleeding is vaginal bleeding at times new mom’s who come into our office. other is than menses. Thisdo may be patterned What theyour first normal thing that I should when I see that or totally irregular in nature. This can be spotting to positive pregnancy test? period like in flow. If the flow is excessive, it may result The best thing to do is to call and schedule your first in anemia (low hemoglobin). appointment with your OB/Gyn. Setting up your first Heavyappointment Cyclic Bleeding prenatal quickly insures that you will be Heavythe cyclic oldand heavy periods) is getting carebleeding you need(plain for you your baby. On whenfirst a woman periods heavy your visit tohas ourregular office you will with be given theflow timeand possibly duration with moremight bleeding to ask all longer of the questions that you havedays. withThis may be associated with cramps or re-enforce pelvic pain.the Pain may patience and reassurance. We will become severe enough all andofor bleeding profuse enough importance of keeping your appointments with to change what you do on a daily basis. To be more us. specific, painanticipated and/or bleeding can of keep a woman from What is the schedule prenatal visits? herFor doing normal, everyday activities. Women a lowher risk, normal progressing pregnancy youmay becomeanticipate fearful toaleave their home, as theyasworry about should visit schedule typically follows: bleeding4-28: through in public. This canweeks) force a *Weeks One clothing visit per month (every four *Weeks visits perkid month woman28-36: to loseTwo work time, time, husband time etc. *Weeks visit per The cost36-delivery: of sanitaryOne products andweek replacement clothing Some women a chronic may also play awith role in how thismedical affects condition a person. or a “high risk” pregnancy should anticipate more frequent Evaluating Heavy Periods visits as directed thebeprovider, these additional visits In this article, Ibywill concentrating on heavy periods or menses. The evaluation of this problem starts with a

will help to better monitor both mom and baby. Keeping your prenatal appointments is the primary thing that you can do to help insure an uneventful detailed history. The history can provide pregnancy and delivery. direction for selecting diagnostic testing. What are some of the things that will happen at my It can sometimes be difficult for a woman first prenatal care visit? to keep an accurate record of her period. I Your first prenatal visit in our office will consist find it helpful to use a menstrual diary. The primarily of getting to know you and your partner, this patient is given a copy of this and asked to will include getting as much of your family medical complete and return to the office with it. history as you can provide. A complete physical Initial lab testing includes complete blood including a pelvic exam will be performed by the count, thyroid hormone and a pregnancy provider. Vaginal cultures to insure no evidence of test. An ultrasound of the pelvis will enable infection is present will always be done. Your questions a noninvasive way to view the uterus and will be answered; you will be given a prescription for ovaries. If one is over the age of thirty-five, a prenatal vitamins as well as orders for a complete tissue biopsy of the endometrium or a D&C prenatal blood panel and an obstetrical ultrasound. We may be needed. The pathological report will realize that the most important question you have is, exclude diseases such as endometrial cancer or “when will I have my baby.” An estimated date of hyperplasia. If testing revels a diagnosis of benign heavy delivery (EDD) will be given to you. The excitement menses (hypermenorrhea) then a treatment plan can be and the countdown to this wonderful time now begins. made. What are some important things that I should know Medical and Surgical Treatment Options about my pregnancy? Treatment shall be separated medicalisand One of theoptions most important things tointo remember to surgical categories. Both options are designed to control keep all of your scheduled prenatal appointments. cycle duration and flow. Most Monitoring your well being andcommonly, the growthbirth and control well medications are used. Combined oral contraceptives are being of your baby on a regular routine basis is the best easy to use and provide cycle control. Other way to establish that your pregnancy is progressing contraceptives that can used are vaginalIfring, safely. Do not drink anybeamount ofthe alcohol. you do patch or the depo provera shot. The intrauterine device smoke, now is the time to quit. Illegal drug use can have containing a contraceptive medication is a good a catastrophic outcome for your baby. If these habits are It isyou, placed by let a doctor in an office aalternative. difficulty for please the provider knowsetting so that and provides long-term cycle control. With information and help can be given to you. this alternative, about 30% of users nottake get aduring menstrual Are there any medications that do I can cycle. The other 70% usually have a light spotting type pregnancy that are safe? ofItperiod. The patient has no need to take a pill or is best to assume that no medications should beplace a patch. Surgical optionshowever, can also there be considered. taken during pregnancy; are times when Endometrial ablation is the use of various to you may have no other option. In this casedevices make that destroy the endometrium. These include a balloon with call to our office and we will be sure to have a provider circulating hot water, circulating hot water, cryotherapy give you the best advice for you and your baby. There andcertain electrical current. Ithat use can the balloon device or taken the are medications definitely not be device employing electrical current as my devices of

in the first three months (12 weeks) of pregnancy. It is best to let our providers make these decisions for you. What to do if you are unfortunate in experiencing nausea, vomiting, or hyperemesis? This is probably one of the most prevalent symptoms of early pregnancy. Keep in mind that your body is changing in many ways, your hormones are raging with all of the demands of this new life forming and it is the reason for these symptoms. Although it is called, “morning sickness”, it can last all throughout the day for some women. In most cases it lasts just a few weeks and by your second trimester it subsides and is gone. These symptoms, however to you, do not mean that in choice. Usually thesedistressful types of procedures are performed anything is wrong withsetting. your baby. Some of the bestlasts only an outpatient surgery The procedure itself remedies for the symptoms of morning sickness are to: and several minutes. Post-op course is usually unremarkable l. Eat more meals. short. Return tosmall activities is rapid, with very little down Avoid greasy, orrestricted spicy foods. time.2.Post-op pain is fried usually to menstrual-like 3. Avoid lying down a meal.with non-steroidal cramps. The cramps can beafter controlled 4. Keeping or cereal nearby to snack on medications suchdry as crackers Naproxen. can also help with theseissymptoms. The response to treatment varied and highly In severe cases,Most therepatients are medications that canperiods. be takenThe to individualized. have no further alleviate this distress; we suggest trying amenorrhea rate (no however, periods) approaches 70%. Of those that non-medication first. have a return of therapies their cycle, it most commonly light in flow We realize there will The be many more questions your and/or shortthat in duration. benefit of this type ofassurgical pregnancy progresses. best thing to do is to write them intervention is related The to the lack of medication side effects. down bring them with do youhave on your office visit. Birth and control medications somenext undesirable side Writing themmost down insuresarethat you willlibido not forget your and effects. The notable decreased (sex drive) important questions andreal leave thefor office without all of your weight gain. These are issues most women. answers. We are alwaysCan happy to answer any questions that Advanced Care Help! you may have and all of the staff is very This is a common problem in all ages.educated One doesand nothappy have to take this time with you. Be comfortable in knowing to tolerate this problem. As a Gynecologist, I have very that good iftreatment you have options a question we will ourofbest to getwith yourheavy, answer to help takedocare women asbenign quickly as possible vaginal bleeding. You have positive pregnancy test in yourperiods hand, now If therethe are concerns about your isand the time to pick up the phone and schedule your first how heavy they are, feel free to contact prenatal visit with us.

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The Hansen Foundation’s Recovery Housing Housing Recovery….One Person at a Time, One Day at a Time Lisa Whitley, PMP – Executive Director The Ying Yang of this duo creates a balanced dualism that is essential to their life saving work…..helping people heal from substance use disorder (SUD). The complementary opposite forces of Terri Burns, Director of Operations, and Melissa Loupos, Assistant Director of Serenity Housing at the Hansen Foundation, creates the ideal team to run the Recovery Housing program. The Hansen Foundation Residences, called Serenity Houses, provide a structured, affordable, long-term, family-like atmosphere for people to learn how to LIVE after enduring the depths of addiction. Living in recovery housing is truly a time of learning new life skills and having the right kind of support is essential to sustained recovery.…. enter Terri and Melissa. Each one has travelled their own road of addiction and know first-hand the challenges of sustaining Recovery. Terri, a high energy personality that has a spirited approach to everything, is in longterm recovery since 1997 and has worked in the field of addiction since 1999. She started using substances before the age of 12. As a young teenager she was allowed to drink alcohol at home and by her mid-teens this “norm” led to increased alcohol and drug abuse. By her mid-twenties Terri finally reached a point at which she knew if she didn’t stop using substances she would die. Terri entered the addiction profession by coincidence while living in Recovery housing after her own treatment. A housemate invited her to take a temporary job at a youth advocate program. It was a job that became a profession; one that has led her to co-founding Enlightened Solutions Treatment center, her current position with the Foundation, and numerous leadership positions with organizations that determine standards and best practices for Recovery housing in the State of New Jersey. Quiet but strongly persuasive, Melissa had a much different journey to addiction. Although plagued with severe anxiety as a child and teen, Melissa was a model child. She was captain of the track team, a good student, and had wonderful friends. Her close

family was thrilled when she entered Villanova where she chose to major in business. College partying introduced her to a new way to control her anxiety, something that was increasing as the college work intensified. It was during this time Melissa lost her grandmother and aunt, both of which she was close to. As the alcohol consumption increased, the ability to manage it all diminished. She left college and proceeded to enter a cycle of drinking and prescription drug use 24 hours a day. By 21, she had endured 12 detoxes, numerous Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and three inpatient treatment centers. She entered the Hansen Foundation’s Serenity Recovery House in 2013 after treatment. After several years of Recovery, Melissa was offered a position by Terri to work in housing while pursuing her BSW from Rutgers. Each one brings a dedication and passion to the job. As a team, they work with each resident on an individual basis. “No two people are alike and it is our role to go the extra mile for everyone that walks through our doors,” says Loupos. Their philosophy is to know the individual, understand their strengths and struggles and identify the ways to best support them. “Whether it be facing legal issues, regaining a driver’s license, getting custody of their children back or simply learning how to do laundry, food shop, cook and clean, our staff helps people,” says Terry. Terri and Melissa are not only fiercely committed to their staff but also to each other and their mission to help people heal. Terri says that her work with the Hansen Foundation has “been an amazing journey of watching people get their lives back.” Melissa’s favorite quote sums it best, “You can’t lead the people if you don’t love the people. You can’t save the people if you don’t serve the people.” Dr. Cornel West.

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Making the Most of Fall Harvest, Compliments of Chef Steph Autumn Vegetable Medley with Rosemary and Nutmeg

Serves 6

9 ounce(s) fennel bulb with stalks 2 cup(s) butternut squash cut into 1/2 cubes 1 1/2 cup(s) parsnip cut into 1 inch thick slices 1 1/2 cup(s) carrot cut into 1 inch thick slices 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) rosemary, fresh chopped 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt 1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper 1 dash(es) nutmeg freshly grated 1/3 cup(s) Parmesan cheese

Preheat oven to 425°. Trim tough outer leaves from fennel. Cut fennel bulb in half lengt wise; discard core. Cut each half into three wedges. Combine fennel, squash, and next 7 ingredients (through nutmeg) in a large shallow roasting pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425° for 35 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle vegetable mixture with cheese, if desired, just before serving.

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The Answer is: Mediation By Marla Marinucci, Esq., MBA As I write this article, we are about a year and a half into this pandemic and by all accounts, it seems inevitable that mask mandates may, unfortunately, be a thing once again. Another round of shutdowns could also be looming on the horizon. What previously appeared to be a step in the right direction at the beginning of the pandemic, as there seemed to be a trend of separated/ divorced parents working better together to co-parent since the schools and daycares were closed and children still needed to be cared for and supervised; to now, more than a year later, where the coronavirus is being used more as a shield and excuse to prevent one parent’s parenting time by the other party for usually no other reason than: just because. Additionally, the various stimulus checks that have been issued by the U.S. Government have created such pandemonium for family lawyers, resulting in this family lawyer being busier than ever. Truth be told, however, it is not the kind of “busy” that is desired, but it has definitely taught me a very important lesson. If anything, this pandemic has made it crystal clear that resolving your family law dispute via alternate dispute resolution (ADR) makes way more sense than the so-called traditional way, which involves: 1) Filing a complaint for divorce (or other similar application); 2) Waiting with excitement for the notification that your soon-to-be ex has been served with the summons and complaint by a sheriff’s officer or other process server (and finding out just how surprised and mad they were to learn you filed for divorce); 3) Waiting for your day in court because you are absolutely certain that the court will chastise your horrible soon to be ex-spouse and admonish them for being a terrible spouse and parent, and that because of this, they must immediately move out of the house that you share; pay all your bills; pay your attorney’s fees plus an additional retainer for your lawyer; and pay additional support to you, as well as monetary sanctions for being such an awful human being. Newsflash: That Never Happens. As much as people think that their day in court will bring them some huge victory because they sincerely believe that once a judge hears their story, that judge will rule 101% in their favor; and 101% against the other party: this is not reality. While judges are there to serve the public and make decisions based on facts and the law, they are overloaded with multiple cases at the same time. I was recently

before a local judge who mentioned during the hearing that at that time, he was handling 500 cases. You don’t have to be a judge or even a lawyer to know that is just crazy. This is where mediation comes in: • Imagine having control over your schedule and not being held to dates set by the Court. • Imagine having control over how fast or slow you want your matter to proceed. • Imagine having consecutive days of mediation/arbitration instead of going to trial where you may have a few sporadic days of trial in the course of 6 months or more. • Imagine saving substantial amounts of money on attorney’s fees. Opting for mediation, for example, instead of litigation has these, and many more benefits. ADR, such as mediation, is very common in most every other county in New Jersey, especially the northern ones, and is eventually finding its place in Cape May and Atlantic Counties. Without a doubt, mediation will eventually become the norm, and not the exception. Mediation is the use of a third party neutral (an experienced family lawyer) who reviews information from the parties and makes a recommendation to help the parties settle. It is an extremely effective way for cases to reach settlement without the need to ever go to court. The process itself is informal and very flexible; there are no rules of evidence or witnesses; it is a confidential process; and it is generally quick and far less costly than the litigation route. Most importantly, it not only gives parties the greatest control over their settlement, it preserves their relationships whereas litigation can get very ugly and more often than not, relationships are forever destroyed. I am a formally trained mediator and arbitrator. I am currently in the process of transitioning my law practice where I will eventually spend the majority of my time as a mediator or arbitrator of family law disputes and less time in the courtroom. All these years of litigation for me, and many of my colleagues as well, has taught me that litigation should be the last resort. If anything, for the sake of your children and preserving your relationship with your child’s other parent, consider this alternative to litigation. I promise you, you won’t regret it.

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Meet Marla Marinucci, Esq., MBA ACW: How has the pandemic affected your business? Are you seeing more conflicts among your clientele? MM: Without a doubt, there has been more conflict and it continues to increase the longer this pandemic endures. After a few months of lockdown, everyone was coming out of the woodwork wanting to get divorced. It’s a lot easier to stay married when one or both of you have jobs, errands to run, places to go, etc. But when you are both home with your children with nowhere to go, arguments can happen more frequently. When the stimulus checks started to arrive, the conflict escalated tenfold as parents fought over who should get what, especially the portion earmarked for the children. Now that there are Help Wanted signs everywhere and businesses not opening due to staff shortages, the excuse that one party cannot find a job and therefore cannot pay support, doesn’t hold weight like it did last spring, and basically the rest of 2020. The most recent conflicts are parental disputes about whether or not to get the children vaccinated. Next week it will likely be something else. ACW: What advice would you give to someone before getting married and “merging” financials? MM: Two words: Prenuptial Agreement. Prenups are the most underutilized contracts. (Tip: Don’t wait until two weeks before the wedding to contact an attorney for a prenup. A minimum of six to eight months prior to the wedding date is recommended.) ACW: How has remote learning and attitudes about Covid impacted your clientele? MM: Remote learning has been quite a challenge for all parents, myself included. The problems I see the most are issues with the technology as it relates to logging on for class and the learning curve that goes with the technological aspects of it. Something we see quite often has been one or both parents’ inability to figure out how to upload assignments, resulting in the blame game and accusations of incompetence from the other parent. As far as high school-aged kids, remote learning resulted

in plummeting grades; bad attitudes, and an overall lack of interest in all things school. Another unfortunate scenario is where one parent was initially fearful of the pandemic and insisted the children remain at home; but then change course suddenly because it benefits them (not the children) in a custody battle, that the children to return to in-person learning. It’s very unfortunate when parents put themselves and what they want before considering the best interests of their children. No doubt this pandemic has brought out peoples’ true colors. ACW: What does a typical day in the life look like for you? MM: Since Covid, there has been no such thing as “typical.” For the past year, most days have involved jeans, flip flops and sometimes a quasi-professional top if I had virtual court scheduled. It remains unknown if another shutdown is on the horizon, or if things will continue to open up, making it even more difficult to define my “typical” day. Otherwise, I generally work 4-5 days per week in the office and work out at least four days per week to maintain my sanity. ACW: What are some secrets are to a “successful divorce?” MM: Just as there are successful marriages, there is such a thing as a successful divorce. This takes both parties’ cooperation and most importantly, emotional intelligence. I think it’s important to realize that a divorce is the equivalent of loss: the loss of a marriage, and it can be extremely traumatizing. The impact can be minimized, and every attempt should be made by both parties to do so when there are children involved. Sadly, some people get so wrapped up in wanting to hurt their soon-to-be ex that they don’t realize the collateral damage inflicted upon their children by these behaviors. The more children see their parents get along, the less of an impact the divorce will have on them. I speak from personal experience.

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High Blood Pressure – Facts You Should Know High blood pressure is a common condition in which the long-term force of the blood against your artery walls is high enough that it may eventually cause health problems, such as heart disease. Blood pressure is determined both by the amount of blood your heart pumps and the amount of resistance to blood flow in your arteries. The more blood your heart pumps and the narrower your arteries, the higher your blood pressure. You can have high blood pressure (hypertension) for years without any symptoms. Even without symptoms, damage to blood vessels and your heart continues and can be detected. Uncontrolled high blood pressure increases your risk of serious health problems, including heart attack and stroke. High blood pressure generally develops over many years, and it affects nearly everyone eventually. Fortunately, high blood pressure can be easily detected. And once you know you have high blood pressure, you can work with your doctor to control it. Symptoms Most people with high blood pressure have no signs or symptoms, even if blood pressure readings reach dangerously high levels. A few people with high blood pressure may have headaches, shortness of breath or nosebleeds, but these signs and symptoms aren’t specific and usually don’t occur until high blood pressure has reached a severe or life-threatening stage. Causes There are two types of high blood pressure. Primary (essential) hypertension For most adults, there’s no identifiable cause of high blood pressure. This type of high blood pressure, called primary (essential) hypertension, tends to develop gradually over many years. Secondary hypertension Some people have high blood pressure caused by an underlying condition. This type of high blood pressure, called secondary hypertension, tends to appear suddenly and cause higher blood pressure than does primary hypertension. Various conditions and medications can lead to secondary hypertension, including: • Obstructive sleep apnea • Kidney problems • Adrenal gland tumors • Thyroid problems • Certain defects you’re born with (congenital) in blood vessels • Certain medications, such as birth control pills, cold remedies, decongestants, over-the-counter pain relievers and some prescription drugs • Illegal drugs, such as cocaine and amphetamines

Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to complications including heart attack or stroke, aneurysm, heart failure, weakened and narrowed blood vessels in your kidneys, metabolic syndrome, trouble with memory or understanding, and/or dementia. Make sure to have your blood pressure checked regularly. By living a healthy lifestyle, you can help keep your blood pressure in a healthy range and lower your risk for heart disease and stroke. A healthy lifestyle includes: • Eating a healthy diet. • Maintaining a healthy weight. • Getting enough physical activity. • Not smoking. • Limiting alcohol use. Blood pressure tip: Get more potassium Want to lower your blood pressure? Consume less sodium and more potassium. Sodium increases your blood pressure. Potassium can minimize the damage by lessening the effects of sodium on blood pressure. Many fruits and vegetables are good sources of potassium, including bananas, strawberries, cantaloupe, spinach, peas and tomatoes. Source: American College of Cardiology: 2017 Guideline for the Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Management of High Blood Pressure in Adults.

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Barbara Greenling’s care for individuals is as strong today as it was when she began her career in 1979. She loves to encourage, teach and guide individuals on their health journeys. Teaching the next generation is vitally important to her, as they will carry on the legacy of taking care of others. Committed to her own personal growth and development as well, Barbara’s medical interests include diabetes, endocrinology, thyroid issues and working with the LGBTQ+ community. She treats adults, performing adult physical exams and Medicare annual wellness visits. Barbara earned her undergraduate degree in nursing from Thomas Edison State College (now University) in Trenton, NJ. She completed her master’s of science in nursing (MSN) from Ball State University in Muncie, IN. She obtained her doctor of nursing practice (DNP) degree from Chatham University in Pittsburgh. Barbara also holds a diploma in nursing from the St. Francis Medical Center School of Nursing in Trenton, NJ. When she’s not seeing patients, Barbara enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, family and friends. She also likes baking, golfing and gardening.

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17 Psychiatry The Brain And Your Ovary – “Friends With Benefits Or Sleeping With The Enemy?” By Charles E. Meusburger, MD, FASAM The relationship with the master organ and its ambivalent ally is both an intimate and an intricate liaison over the reproductive life span. On the one hand estradiol – a prominent ovarian hormone, is instrumental in creating and maintaining all the feminine attributes in many gender specific ways including it functions as a protective mechanism against cardiovascular disease and even to some extent against dementia. It can also be an influence upon such things as postpartum depression, anxiety, psychosis, and post luteal phase dysphoria – i.e. PMS; perimenopausal and post menopausal phases of intrusion and mood and physiological torment; hence friend or foe? Perhaps it’s a timing issue. Did you think that women enjoyed a monopoly on estradiol/estrogen? It seems that they were willing to share a little and so men make some as well –although far less. Both male and female brains also produce small amounts of the hormone, so it’s not an ovarian exclusive precious commodity. However, for the purposes of this article, our focus will be on the ovary and how its hormones impact the female brain. STRUCTURAL BRAIN CHANGES Women observed prior, during and after menopause show significant brain changes (adopted from a study cited by Pauline Maki, PhD, Professor of psychiatry and psychology at the University of Illinois at Chicago). According to Maki, these changes occur “primarily two years before to two years following the last menstrual period.” Among the brain changes that occur as the ovarian function ages is the impact on memory. In particular, there is a decline in memory or episodes of where the memory seems to be worse at some times than others. It’s kind of like the memory is going in and out of capacity, similar to the ebb and flow of a tide. So what is happening? The changes are occurring within ‘white matter.’ White matter contains ‘myelin’ which is a

protective coating for the neurons, or nerve cells that helps the speed of how we process information. The changes in ‘white matter’ are referred to in the literature as “little strokes;” very, very tiny strokes. There are several scientific studies underway in an effort to better understand the mechanisms that cause these little strokes. One study suggests there is a correlation between hot flashes and memory in that “the more hot flashes, the worse their memory. Maki relates a study that showed the more hot flashes a woman had, the more ischemic changes were found in those women. Further, “when they accumulate, these little strokes do affect our thinking.” Therefore, the question postulated by this finding is: “If you treat hot clashes, can you avoid these white matter changes?” The answer thus far is unclear.

Brain changes also affect mood swings, temper outbursts, depression, feeling sad, bad, lost in morass, and just feeling plain pissed off in the midst of a hormonal cyclone! As the cyclone builds upon itself, sleep is affected because mood is low, anxiety kicks in because of despondence over how your memory is being impacted. As things worsen, you may want to find some relief. How about a drink of wine, or two or three? Now the situation is escalated because your sleep and memory are further in decline and your stress is on the incline. The cycle of disturbances caused by the aging ovary, hormones and subsequent brain changes

are deeply distressing. However, the psychiatric impact of menopause is NOT ABNORMAL…it is completely normal. Some studies have shown an association between women’s personality traits and ovarian hormones. Anxiety was strongly correlated with progesterone levels among different women. Impulsivity was often reported as having a strong correlation with estradial2 levels (PLOS ONE: How ovarian hormones influence the dopamine pathway; August 13, 2020). The severity of the impact of ovarian hormones may vary greatly among women. In some cases the cumulative occurrences of hot flashes, night sweats, anxiety and depression leave a woman feeling completely overwhelmed. And though it is not a topic for this paper, premenstrual syndrome has been used as a criminal defense in some cases. It has not fared well in the United States, however has been used in supporting diminished capacity in Great Britain (review: J Forensic Science 2002 Sep;47(5):1083-9. Laura L. Downs. TREATMENT The treatment of ovarian hormonal function is not within the purview of psychiatry. However, psychiatrists can render treatment of psychiatric disorders caused by the sequelae of ovarian hormonal dysfunction. Treatment can assist in quelling the clinical symptoms of anxiety, depression, mood disorders and other disorders triggered by ovarian hormones. Treatment for ovarian hormonal dysfunction includes psychopharmacological methods, including additional SSRI or SNRI antidepressant doses for 10 days pre menses monthly for a child bearing woman suffering with PMS; cognitive behavioral therapies, and in some cases even grief counseling may be helpful. Brain stimulation and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) remain options in more severe or resistant situations. OB/GYN or endocrine treatment may include Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), both synthetic and expensive bio-identical hormones. the risks-benefits of these must be weighed very carefully prior to their use.

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Paonessa Colon And Rectal Surgery Practice Announces A New Location For Our Manahawkin Office Nina Paonessa, DO, FACOS Highly Skilled. Thorough. Passionate. Committed. Time and time again, patients of Nina Paonessa, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., a fellowship trained colorectal surgeon, describe her with these words. It’s no wonder that droves of people from Ocean and Monmouth Counties and beyond are seeking out Dr. Paonessa for their colorectal care. The only female colorectal surgeon in the area, Dr. Paonessa is known for her expertise and patientcentered care. She has quickly established herself as the area’s “go to” colorectal surgeon. Her private practice, is now pleased to announce the opening of a second office location in Manahawkin, NJ to better serve her patients. The office is conveniently located at 1301 Route 72 West, Suite 240 in the Health Village Building with ample parking. This office provides easy access for patients in Southern Ocean County. Simply call the main office number: 732-282-1500 to make an appointment. Dr. Paonessa specializes in the evaluation and treatment of patients with colon and rectal conditions/diseases and frequently performs laparoscopic surgery for her patients. She also offers conservative and minimally invasive treatment options for many common anorectal disorders. Many of the treatments can be performed right in the office and are painless. Dr. Paonessa frequently explains to her patients that “just because I am a surgeon, doesn’t mean everyone needs a surgery. There are other options I can offer you.” Dr. Paonessa has been named Proctologist of the Year by the American College of Osteopathic Proctologists, awarded the Patient’s Choice Award and the Compassionate Doctor’s Award by Vitals.com for 13 consecutive years, and is on the HealthGrades Honor Roll. Who should make an appointment with Dr. Paonessa? People experiencing conditions or diseases including rectal pain or bleeding, colorectal cancer, fecal incontinence/pelvic floor disorders, hemorrhoidal disease, polyps, fissures, rectal prolapse, pilonidal disease, rectocele, or inflammatory bowel disease. How can patients best prepare for the first appointment? Patients will be asked to provide a medical history, which is carefully reviewed in conjunction with a comprehensive examination. Dr. Paonessa will review all previous records and x-rays. Based on this, your medical history, consultation with your other doctors, and careful evaluation, she will provide a diagnosis and recommend the best medical approach. Dr. Paonessa believes in integrated healthcare and will coordinate with all of your physicians throughout the entire process to ensure the most thorough care possible. What is Dr. Paonessa’s philosophy on patient care? As a solo-practitioner, Dr. Paonessa believes in patient-centered care and a personalized approach. Her staff knows all of their patients by name, and they are dedicated to maintaining the integrity and dignity of their patients. All of the examination rooms are very private and they strive to make all of their patients comfortable at all times. Although medical conditions related to the colon and rectum can be an awkward topic, it is an important issue that can’t be ignored. Dr. Paonessa is sensitive to her patients’ concerns and dedicates her full attention to everyone she treats. Once a diagnosis and surgical recommendation is made to a patient, Dr. Paonessa and her staff handle the preparation arrangements. By the time the patient leaves the office, he/she will have everything required to take the next steps towards his/her surgery. If he/she needs to see a cardiologist or urologist or needs to get an x-ray or test, the office will coordinate those appointments. Dr. Paonessa is dedicated to supporting her patients through the entire colorectal surgery process so they are never overwhelmed.

Is a referral required in order to make an appointment? Although Dr. Paonessa gets many referrals from primary care physicians and other specialists, many patients schedule appointments on their own, without a referral, if they are experiencing any symptoms of the conditions listed above. What insurance plans are accepted? While most insurance plans are accepted, it’s best to check with your insurance company. Feel free to call Dr. Paonessa’s office at (732) 282-1500 for assistance. What happens if it’s determined that surgery is recommended? Following the initial examination, Dr. Paonessa will arrange for a consultation with the patient and their family members, as she feels it is important for every patient to have a strong support system when he/she is facing a difficult medical issue. Dr. Paonessa will explain the surgery in detail and draw a diagram to help the patient understand exactly what the surgery will entail. What is the post-surgical recuperation like? While this is contingent upon the type of procedure, Dr. Paonessa’s goal is for every patient to return to his/ her previous level of functioning. Dr. Paonessa remains closely connected with her patients throughout the entire post-surgical process, including cancer patients, to conduct regular check-ups and post-surgical testing according to the guidelines of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and the National Cancer Institute.

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A Mindful Journey To Well-Being We have all experienced some type of personal struggle over the last year and while challenges are never fun, there is beauty and growth on the other side. As a Licensed Counselor and Certified Mindful Coach, Gina M. Peccia guides her clients on that journey and helps them achieve their goals.

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“Whatever your personal struggle entails, my clinical experience or mindful coaching will help you make the changes to become more successful in your endeavors,” she says. Her practice as a Mindful coach is an active process which helps her clients identify their purpose and mission in life and then guide them on their journey to a more positive state of mind. Mindfulness is defined as a non-judgmental way of paying attention to the present moment. Whether you are stuck in a difficult life transition or dealing with anxiety and depression, Gina has the tools to help move you through those muddy waters. She adds, “So much of the time it is our negative and habitual thinking that can lead to chronic depression and debilitating anxiety.”

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She adds, “I am well-versed in helping my clients meet their goals and propel them toward change so they can become effective in all their endeavors.” Gina’s interest in mindfulness began several years ago and she credits author and mindfulness expert Jon Kabat Zinn for awakening her passion. It’s about being fully awake in our lives and living each moment with intention and gratitude. Because she has been through her own fair share of challenging life transitions, Gina has that rare ability to empathize with others suffering in similar circumstances. Her passion for helping her clients become who they were meant to be and build their own self-confidence brings her a sense of true joy.

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Beyond Right and Wrong Heidi Farber Judgments about right and wrong are irresistible. We love to pick sides. That’s why Zen

masters warned about becoming a person of right or wrong! Yoga is an ethical, moral practice. All religions are based on reference to fixed principles. These are generalizations. Commandments and codes of conduct dictate our behavior. Buddhists call them precepts. Do not steal, do not kill, do not lie are indistinguishable from other philosophical systems. Buddha also taught an 8-Folded Path to enlightenment which included right view, right speech, right action and right livelihood. Like all ethical systems, they were derived from an exhaustive observation of life. However, for Zen Buddhists, an ethical precept is a question to be held up in the light of circumstance. It is an inquiry rather than an answer to a situation. It’s not so much trying to figure out what to do, as it is an expression of the heart’s core. When we live from the level of the heart and trust what needs to be done, then we are living a moral life. What is needed here in this moment? What am I to do in this particular instance? Practice becomes an exploration where there are no signposts. The path of yoga is the present moment, a field beyond right and wrong. Maybe there are no answers, just an open heart and an open hand. Knowing that you do not know anything at all is part of the path of practice. One does not accumulate bits or facts like evidence upon which to base a judgement. One does not form an impression

of what one sees or hears. No choice is encompassing or conclusive. Our behavior is one of continual adaptation and adjustment. Your ethical response is always new. Even if you adhere strictly to the precept, you may still do irreparable harm. You most surely will make mistakes as you move through this challenging life. However, you can pick yourself up and begin again with compassion and loving kindness. Be wise and discerning in each moment. That is the best that you can do. Give yourself permission to be fallible. Being human means to be vulnerable and fall down at times. Out of our human error, love will take root. The poem by Yehuda Amichai “The Place Where We Are Right” expresses this thought perfectly: From the place where we are right, Flowers will never grow

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Vitamin D – Right Amount is Essential to Your Health are generally subtle. You may not notice them easily, even if they are having a significant negative effect on your quality of life. Signs and symptoms of deficiency include: frequent infections; fatigue/ tiredness; bone loss; bone/back pain; depression; hair loss; and impaired wound healing.

Diseases and Conditions Linked to Vitamin D Deficiencies:

Research is revealing more about the importance of Vitamin D in protecting you against a host of health problems. With that note, Vitamin D deficiency is incredibly common and most people are unaware of it.

Dr. Nina’s What You Need To Know: About Vitamin D

Actually a hormone, Vitamin D receptors are found in every tissue in our body! While there is still much we do not know, what we do know is that it is so important, our bodies are capable of making it by itself.

Sources include:

• Vitamin Rich D-Foods: It is found naturally in fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, and sardines. Because there are a limited number of foods that contain sufficient amounts of this fat-soluble vitamin, it makes it difficult to get enough from your diet alone. • Fortified foods: This means that Vitamin D is added to these items--it is not originally found in the food (like milk, cereal, orange juice, and yogurt). • Supplements: Come in either a prescription form or an over-the-counter version. • Safe Sun Exposure: Direct sunlight converts a chemical in our skin into an active form of Vitamin D. A surprising fact is that people get most of their Vitamin D from the sun.

• Obesity. Research has shown that carrying excess weight in your abdominal area is associated with lower levels of Vitamin D, compared to normal waist lines. At this time, it is unclear if having a deficiency causes you to gain weight, or if having the extra weight lowers your body’s Vitamin D levels. • Heart Disease. The ‘sunshine vitamin’ has been shown to preserve heart health. A leading study out of the University of Copenhagen found that those with low levels of Vitamin D (versus the optimal level) were 64% more likely to have a heart attack. • Bone Health. Vitamin D helps to maintain skeletal calcium balance by promoting calcium absorption. Children who lack Vitamin D can develop a condition called rickets, which causes bone weakness, bowed legs, and other skeletal deformities, such as stooped posture. A deficiency can also lead to bone weakening, osteoporosis. And, studies show that calcium and Vitamin D together can build stronger bones in women after menopause. • Depression and Mood. During the winter months when the days are shorter and there is less sunlight, we may experience depressive symptoms. It is believed that drops in Vitamin D levels are the reason.

Getting the right amount?

Many people assume they’re getting enough but, unfortunately, Vitamin D deficiency is still a widespread problem. • Get some safe sun. Experts state that just a few minutes of sunlight each day to the face, neck, hands, and arms is all that is necessary to get your adequate dose of Vitamin D. There are several variables: how much pigment you have in your skin, distance from the equator and the time of day. If your skin is darker in tone, you live further from the equator, or only catch the sun after it rises or right before it sets, you may need a longer period of sun exposure. Additionally, there is good reason to be worried that sun exposure can increase risk for skin cancer. And, sun protection procedures (e.g., sunblock, sun avoidance) decrease sun hitting our skin and Vitamin D conversion. It is important to find a healthy balance, as some sun exposure is important for health. • Increase consumption of fatty fish and foods fortified with Vitamin D.

Who’s at risk for a Vitamin D Deficiency?

Because the majority of this vitamin comes from safe sun exposure, those that live north of the equator, live in heavily air polluted areas that block the sun’s rays, remain indoors often, and have darker skin (melatonin pigmentation can block the sun’s rays) are at risk of being deficient. Other common risk factors for Vitamin D deficiency include being elderly, overweight or obese and not consuming Vitamin D-rich or fortified foods. Additionally, if you have had obesity surgery, you may not be able to properly absorb Vitamin D rich foods and oral supplements.

How to know if you have low levels?

Routine checks of Vitamin D levels are not currently recommended. However, your healthcare provider may want to check your level if you have risk factors or certain medical conditions. Mild Vitamin D deficiency is not necessarily associated with any symptoms. In fact, most people don’t realize that they are deficient, because the symptoms

Nina Radcliff, M.D.,

is a practicing physician and a Board Certified Anesthesiologist. Often called upon by media to speak to medical health topics impacting our lives today, Dr. Nina is passionate about sharing truths for healthy, balanced living as well as wide preventative measures.

This article is for general information only and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions and cannot substitute for the advice from your medical professional. Dr. Nina has used all reasonable care in compiling the current information but it may not apply to you and your symptoms. Always consult a doctor or other health care professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.

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Financial Management

Logins And Passwords……Oh My! I use an application on my iPhone to store all of my logins and passwords. Recently I was adding yet another new entry and decided to count the number of entries I had saved so far. To my amazement, I had more than 120 (many work related) logins and passwords! I imagine that many of you also have a list of passwords the length of your arm as well. There is an overriding question with so many passwords, namely how can my heirs access my digital assets that are password protected? In September 2017, the Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act, was enacted into New Jersey law. In general, the Act provides executors, trustees, guardians, and power of attorney holders (“fiduciaries”) the ability to access and control “digital assets” belonging to decedents, beneficiaries and wards. Going “digital” may improve efficiency, access, storage, and ease of sharing but at death, those benefits disappear. For an estate’s executor and its beneficiaries, going digital can have the opposite effect, making assets more difficult to access or even entirely inaccessible and lost. “Digital assets” encompass all electronically stored information, not just what’s on one’s computer. An estate plan today should include a digital inventory of assets such as:

Passwords for access to computers, phones, or tablets and user account passwords may be required so your executor or heirs can have your pictures, videos, writing, or other personal content. Don’t assume they can acquire this easily from providers either. For example, Facebook will not provide access to a member’s account to their family upon death, instead giving the family the option of closing the page or leaving it up as a memorial. The law addresses questions such as: • As an executor, how do I obtain access to the decedent’s electronic communications? • If I am a trustee, does a custodian of a digital account have to provide me access? • Once I obtain access, am I treated as an “authorized user” under the law? Our suggestion when reviewing your estate planning documents is to be sure that your Power of Attorney, Will and/or Trust addresses your digital assets. We have a printable version of our handout entitled “Your Digital Estate” by visiting https://gstrustco.com/assets/digital-assets.pd

• Passwords for devices, files, email, and social media accounts. • Passwords for financial information, accounts, and digital tax records. • Domain names, Web pages, Blogs, and other virtual property • Subscription services that would need to be cancelled or adjusted.

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Easing The Challenges Of Cancer With Hypnosis And Coaching

Hypnosis for Women Professional Hypnosis & Coaching Rhoda Kopy, Director 1541 Rt. 37 East, Suite E Toms River, NJ 08753 732-270-0080 www.HypnoForWomen.com

Hypnosis is often used as an adjunct to traditional cancer care to help create an overall sense of wellbeing and comfort. Having cancer can be life-changing, but it doesn’t have to be life-diminishing. The combination of hypnosis and coaching can significantly help individuals deal with the many aspects of their condition, and assist them in embracing life. For many people, a diagnosis of cancer brings about feelings of fear, stress, and helplessness. It raises a lot of questions… What will happen to me? What doctor / hospital should I choose? What treatment should I select? How will my family cope? What might the financial toll be? Hypnosis and coaching can help ease the physical and emotional effects of cancer. It has been described as “the most potent non-pharmacological relaxant known to science.” Entering a hypnotic state creates feelings of calm and well-being. The more it’s practiced, the more positive the results. The National Institutes of Health, along with other major research and educational institutions, have demonstrated its ability to help patients by:

Make Your Mind Work FOR You – Instead of Against You! Rhoda Kopy is a nationally certified consulting hypnotist and wellness coach, with specialty certification in complementary medical hypnotism. She earned a B.S. degree in Biomedical Communications from Richard Stockton College of N.J., has an academic background in nursing, and 20+ years’ experience in community health education and coaching. Rhoda adheres to strict ethical standards of the National Guild of Hypnotists.

• Reducing stress and improving clarity • Minimizing the side effects of treatments • Enhancing the ability to manage discomfort • Releasing the fear of procedures, treatments, and surgery • Promoting a sense of empowerment and well-being In one study of 200 women undergoing breast cancer surgery, researchers found that pre-surgery

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hypnosis reduced the amount of anesthesia required during the procedure, post-surgical pain, and the overall time and cost of the procedure. Patients reported less emotional upheaval, nausea, and fatigue afterward. During meetings with a certified hypnocounselor, the client has the opportunity to share her concerns, and discuss goals and expectations with regard to her sessions. She will be gently guided into a hypnotic state, which creates feelings of relaxation and wellbeing, and a variety of techniques are used to further promote positive feelings and a sense of optimism. Through the use of reinforcement recordings, selfhypnosis, and centering breaths, the client furthers her own ability to feel better. Practitioners also help with pain management by using an array of techniques that train the subconscious mind to avoid anticipatory pain and alter the perception of pain. For some people, the side effects of treatments are difficult to handle. As a person becomes proficient in entering a state of hypnotic relaxation, physical comfort tends to increase; and hypnotic suggestions make the treatments more tolerable and able to be viewed without fear. Hypnosis is an efficient, holistic, and empowering modality. It works optimally for people who truly want to change, believe that with the right tools and techniques they are capable of creating change, and understand they need to be a partner in the process.

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Meet Hypnosis For Women Director, Rhoda Kopy CW: What are the most popular reasons people come to see you?

Rhoda: My clients are people dealing with ordinary life issues who have made a courageous decision to get unstuck, feel better about themselves, and move forward with their lives. Using this technique allows them to release the barriers that have been holding them back. Among the most common issues that bring people to my office are stress management, sleep quality, smoking cessation, weight management, pain relief, and life balance. People also come to release fears – like fear of flying, driving, public speaking, enclosed spaces, and socializing, to name a few. Enhancing performance (sports / academic) and building self-confidence are also areas that many people choose to work on.

CW: Can you explain how this technique works physically and mentally?

Pictured L-R: Annemarie Schreiber, Rhoda Kopy & Dr. Kathy A. Banks

Rhoda Kopy has always been fascinated with the inner workings of the mind, specifically with factors that influence behavior. As a young girl, she was shy, overweight, and terribly self-conscious. As she matured she began reading motivational books and started applying what she learned. She says, “I pushed myself to venture out of my comfort zone and embrace life more fully.” After college, Rhoda was drawn to helping others access their innate strengths, and provide them with techniques to help them move forward. She credits her positions in community health education and coaching with affording her that opportunity. CW: What attracted you to this line of work?

Rhoda: About 18 years ago, I saw a hypnosis professional to help manage a nighttime eating issue. I was so intrigued with the results and the process that I completed a training program in Advanced Clinical Hypnosis, at a state-licensed school. Between my prior positions and academic background in health sciences and biomedical communications, I felt I had a solid foundation for a career as a consulting hypnotist and wellness coach. I’m delighted to say that I’ve become the mentor I wish I’d had – and it’s been an amazing, fulfilling journey.

Rhoda: After completing an intake process to understand challenges and goals, I gently guide the client into a state of hypnotic relaxation, which is very much like a daydreaming or pre-sleep state. The subconscious mind is then more accessible and receptive – the imagination more powerful. The logical, often limiting mind, moves to the background. Clients can more easily sense, feel, imagine, and accept what’s being suggested – which is always consistent with their stated goals. A variety of different tools and techniques are used to release barriers and spur success. Physically, muscle tension decreases, blood pressure and pulse rate decrease, and brain wave activity slows down. Sessions are both relaxing and empowering, and clients leave each meeting with the sense that they are indeed capable of accomplishing their goals.

CW: How often do clients come back to see you? What is the recommendation?

Rhoda: People come to my office because they want to change something that’s been problematic to them for a long while. While this is an efficient modality, it requires reinforcement and repetition to neutralize negative patterns and instill smarter, healthier ones. I suggest that clients commit to at least three hypnosis sessions. Three to six sessions are effective for most people, although much depends on the client and her level of motivation and involvement in the process. This is a comprehensive approach; and each client is taught centering techniques, provided with one or several recordings for reinforcement, and is instructed in self-hypnosis.I always encourage clients to continue to practice what they’ve learned, in order to help them stay centered and effectively deal with challenges.

CW: What kind of personality does hypnosis work best for?

Rhoda: This works optimally for a person who is motivated to change and who has thought about the benefits of making that change. Someone who understands that this is a process and is willing to be a partner in the process is an ideal candidate. My first phone discussion with a potential client allows me to determine if she’s a good candidate. I want this to be a rewarding experience for every person who uses my services. .

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Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery In Dr. Banks’Medical Office:Profess It’s More Than Just Wisdom Teeth #

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, can be troublesome and painful if there is not enough space for the teeth to completely erupt into the mouth into a useful position. Wisdom teeth that have not surfaced out of the bone through the gums into the mouth are called impacted teeth and usually will need to be removed to prevent gum disease and other types of infections and cysts from forming. Sometimes other teeth do not erupt into Kathy A. Banks, DMD the mouth properly, and this is generally noted when a child is in what we call the “mixed dentition” phase (when there are some baby teeth and some adult teeth). Impacted teeth can occur anywhere in the mouth: incisors, canine teeth, bicuspids and molars. In most cases, once the child is under the care of an orthodontist, Dr. Banks will assess the position of the tooth in the jaw precisely with a cone beam CT scan in the office, and will show the patients and the parents where the tooth is and determine whether it is possible to move the tooth with orthodontic traction or whether the tooth is so badly positioned in the jaw that it must be removed. If the impacted tooth is a candidate to be moved orthodontically, Dr. Banks will discuss and plan a procedure to expose the tooth crown and to bond a special orthodontic bracket with an attachment for the orthodontist to use to move the tooth into its correct position. These procedures are performed in the office with the comfort of sedation anesthesia. If the unerupted or impacted tooth cannot be moved orthodontically, then Dr. Banks will discuss and plan a surgery to remove the unerupted or impacted tooth, and together with the orthodontist, Dr. Banks will discuss options for future tooth replacement. Extra teeth: Some patient have extra teeth, called supernumerary teeth. These can occur anywhere in the mouth and usually need to be removed, especially when the presence of the extra tooth is impeding the eruption or causing damage to the other teeth. The supernumerary tooth could be impacted, as in the case of a mesiodens, an extra tooth that forms in between the two upper front teeth. If the supernumerary tooth is impacted, Dr. Banks will assess the position of the supernumerary tooth in the jaws with a cone beam CT scan in the office, so that surgical removal can be discussed and planned. Dr. Banks removes supernumerary teeth in the office setting or the operating room, depending on the difficulty of the procedure. Some patients have congenitally missing teeth; that is when all the teeth don’t develop. This condition is also called partial agenesis of teeth.

Upper lateral incisors and lower second bicuspids are common areas for this condition to occur, but it can occur in any area of the mouth. In some cases, the primary tooth, if present, will be retained until the patient matures and facial bone growth is complete. At this stage, using a cone beam CT for guidance, Dr. Banks will coordinate with the dentist and orthodontist, and a plan will be formulated to remove the primary tooth and place an implant restoration in the area to replace the tooth. In all these situations, Dr. Banks will coordinate care with your orthodontist and your general dentist to ensure the optimal outcome and experience. As a Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and board certified by the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology, Dr. Banks is your surgical expert in conditions of the face, mouth and jaws.

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Meet Oral Surgeon, Dr. Kathy Banks conditions involving the face, mouth, teeth and Dr. Kathy Banks is considered jaws on patients of all ages. I am also trained a valued leader in her field of and licensed to provide sedation and general Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery anesthesia. I provide surgical care in my office among her peers. In 2017, she as well as in the hospital setting. Because of took the helm of the Oral and this wide scope of practice, every day presents unique challenges in patient care. This is Maxillofacial Surgery Foundation especially rewarding for me and one of the Board of Trustees, the nation’s only many reasons I love what I do. foundation strictly dedicated to funding research, innovation, and CW: What does a typical day look like for you? educational endeavors limited to Dr. Banks: There are no “typical days” but we improving patient care within the schedule surgery and consultations in the office specialty of oral and maxillofacial Monday through Friday. Most patients come to surgery. The Foundation raises our office for the special care and concern we have for our patients. I am also on-call for two funds and grants an average Kathy A. Banks, DMD hospitals, so things can be hectic at times. of $750,000 per year to worthy programs. Dr. Banks serves on CW: How has the pandemic changed many boards and continues to the way you work and your office protocols? educate herself in this constantly evolving field. Dr. Banks: As for our infection control and PPE procedures, what we already were doing superseded the official recommendations. She remains enthusiastic about continuing We added n-95 mask protection to our PPE, instituted practices education and also teaches comprehensive that would allow for social distancing; and included air purification courses for dental hygienists and assistants. systems to our units. We included temperature and travel screening Her expertise ranges from dental implant surgery, wisdom tooth removal, soft tissue and bone injuries to the facial and jaw region, and TMJ conditions and pathology. However, she says the best feature of her office is the staff. “Our friendly, competent and knowledgeable staff make our patients feel extremely comfortable upon their arrival,” she adds. They actively try and make each visit as positive as possible under the circumstances. She says, “We understand that the prospect of needing surgery often evokes unpleasant feelings of anxiety but we make every effort to try and alleviate your fears. CW: What attracted you to this line of work, specifically oral surgery? Dr. Banks: The dental specialty of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery bridges the gap between medicine and dentistry; treating most

for staff and patients, as well as encourage vaccination.

CW: How do you calm a nervous patient? Dr. Banks: We understand the prospect of needing oral surgery can evoke unpleasant feelings of anxiety and trepidation. My well trained and friendly staff will put you or your loved one at ease, and we also offer sedation and general anesthesia for patients of all ages, in a safe and clean setting. CW: What is the most satisfying part of your job? Dr. Banks: I love every challenge that comes my way, whether it’s a frightened child needing teeth removed, or a patient in pain with a jaw or facial fracture. Sometimes our patients who need implant surgery or wisdom teeth removed can be quite anxious as well. My reward comes when my patient is happy, healthy, and healed.

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Put Your Best Face Forward

# most experienced Oral and Dr. Kathy A. Banks is Ocean County’s Medical Professi Maxillofacial Surgeon in delivering injectable facial fillers and rejuvenation products.

Dr. Banks’ experience with Botox® began in the mid 1990’s while working with patients with various temporomandibular joint problems. “In those days, Botox® was not really given for cosmetic purposes, but to relax the tight chewing muscles to provide relief for patients with certain TMJ problems”, she says. Fast forward to the present day, with the significant advances in nonsurgical treatments for esthetic facial concerns, surgical modalities are now considered for some practitioners to be the “last resort” for treating the ageing face. Dr. Banks is part of a team of oral and maxillofacial surgery specialists who conceived and delivered a series of State Board of Dentistry approved educational courses for other practitioners on the safe and effective delivery of injectable pharmacologic agents. Dr. Banks provides Botox® treatments, as well as a whole array of Allergan® brand injectable fillers. A combination of these products can produce a lifting and smoothing appearance of the face. According to Dr. Banks, The upper facial rejuvenation procedure using Boxox® alone or in combination with Voluma XC® to correct lost volume in the maxillofacial region of the cheeks, Volbella XC® to plump the lips and reduce the appearance of wrinkles around the mouth, injections of Juvederm Ultra XC plus® to reduce the appearance of the nasolabial folds (marionette lines) around the mouth and nose are the most common services sought by patients. The newest Allergan® product, Vollure XC®, is a versatile formulation that adds subtle volume for the correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. According to Dr. Banks, this second generation dermal filler has truly unique qualities, making it a very effective product with results lasting about eighteen months in many patients. In addition to Botox® and the entire line up of Allergan® dermal fillers, Dr. Banks offers treatments with Kybella®, a revolutionary product for treatment of submental fullness. “This product is really amazing. It contains a powerful plant derived substance that breaks down fat cells, and they are gone for good!, she states. The treatments are given in a series of three to five sessions and the results

are permanent. “This product has completely replaced surgical liposuction in the area under the chin”, says Dr. Banks. If you look in the mirror, and see that you appear tired, or wrinkled, make an appointment with Dr. Banks to see what these products can do for you. Its summer! Time to put your best face forward!

Kathy A. Banks, DMD

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Have You Had Your Annual Mammogram?

Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM), also referred to in America as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM), is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure. The campaign also offers information and support to those affected by breast cancer. NBCAM wa\s founded in 1985 as a partnership between the American Cancer Society and the pharmaceutical division of Imperial Chemical Industries (now part of AstraZeneca, producer of several anti-breast cancer drugs). The aim of the NBCAM from the start has been to promote mammography as the most effective weapon in the fight against breast cancer. In 1993 Evelyn Lauder, Senior Corporate Vice President of the Estée Lauder Companies founded The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and established the pink ribbon as its symbol, though this was not the first time the ribbon was used to symbolize breast cancer. In the fall of 1991, the Susan G. Komen Foundation had handed out pink ribbons to participants in its New York City race for breast cancer survivors. A variety of events around the world are organized in October, including walks and runs, and the pink illumination of landmark buildings. In the United States, the National Football League promotes breast cancer awareness by incorporating pink on and off the field, and comic strip artists use pink on one day in October. (1) What are the key statistics about breast cancer? Breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women, except for skin cancers. About 1 in 8 (12%) women in the US will develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime. The American Cancer Society’s estimates for breast cancer in the United States for 2021 are: • About 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women. • About 49,290 new cases of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) will be diagnosed (DCIS is non-invasive and is the earliest form of breast cancer). • About 43,600 women will die from breast cancer After increasing for more than 2 decades, female breast cancer incidence rates began decreasing in 2000, then dropped by about 7% from 2002 to 2003. This large decrease was thought to be due to the decline in use of hormone therapy after menopause that occurred after the results of the Women’s Health Initiative were

published in 2002. This study linked the use of hormone therapy to an increased risk of breast cancer and heart diseases. Incidence rates have been stable in recent years. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, exceeded only by lung cancer. The chance that breast cancer will be responsible for a woman’s death is about 1 in 36 (about 3%). Death rates from breast cancer have been declining since about 1989, with larger decreases in women younger than 50. These decreases are believed to be the result of earlier detection through screening and increased awareness, as well as improved treatment. At this time there are more than 2.8 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. (This includes women still being treated and those who have completed treatment.) (3) How can National Breast Cancer Awareness Month make a difference? We can use this opportunity to spread the word about steps women can take to detect breast cancer early. Take action to increase awareness about breast cancer and breast cancer screenings. • Ask doctors and nurses to speak to women about the importance of getting screened for breast cancer. • Encourage women ages 40 to 49 to talk with their doctors about when to start getting mammograms. • Organize an event to talk with women ages 50 to 74 in your community about getting mammograms every 2 years. • Display posters about breast cancer screening in your organization’s break room. • Ask health professionals from your local hospital or clinic to share information about mammograms and early detection with your employees or members. • Distribute materials about breast cancer screening at a local health fair. • Partner with local women’s organizations, community groups, and senior centers to reach women ages 40 and older with important information on breast cancer screening. • Host a breast cancer walk with your organization’s members. (2) Sources: (1) Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Breast_Cancer_ Awareness_Month (2) American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org/cancer/breastcancer/ detailedguide/breast-cancer-key-statistics (3) Susan G. Komen Foundation: http://ww5.komen.org/BreastCancer/ UnderstandingBreastCancer.html

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The Power Of Pets 70 A Farm Girl “Unconditional Love”

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“unconditional love” is the Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary inOne thing Laurie never noticed (at first) were the girls Never underestimate the power of girl, Mays Landing, NJ. who looked up to her as a their

especially a farm girl! role model. Some girls would If you’ve ever had a pet, you have a pretty good idea how much they love you and get

turn their Barbies into “Funny excited when you come home and how sad they are when you leave. Those are the lucky ones. Girl Power comes from incredible role models. Everyone is inspired by someone and those Farm Barbies” and they’d have an Not all animals are so lucky to have someone love them. peopleThe are also inspired by someone. It’s common that we look for role models that are a lot entire farm of little animals they animals at the Funny Farm Rescue are the exceptions. They have thousands like us or what we someday hope to become. A beginning musician may look up to a very of people each year who come to visit and give them the love they need. Most animals named after the real animals of the Funny Farm. successful or super-talented musician evensituations. if they haveMany neverwere met them in person. Roleinjured, models or Once Laurie learned she was a role model, she did exactly as she always did, nothing come to the farm from very difficult disabled, abused, give us motivation, encouragement, hope, and dreams. unwanted. Some people simply didn’t make arrangements for their pets after they were different. People all around the world fell in love with her because she is real. She cheered when gone Laurie is a role model for women girlsscary around world. life andsweet storyanimals are and Zaleski the animals had nowhere to go.and How thatthemust be Her for these an animal’s life was saved and would cry when one passed on and she shared those emotions that gave their owners so much love. simply amazing. People everywhere are taking notice at her accomplishments despite her facing with the world. Onechallenges exampleinisher a nameless little and22, white babyher goat with called, a broken leg. At less On one occasion, someone dumped 21 cats just outside the front gate. Laurie was so upset, immense life. In fact, on black February of 2022, memoir “Funny than a month old, he was injured and was in a lot of pain. His future was dark. ashe took to social media live video and told the world in no uncertain terms, that animals Farm, My Unexpected Life With 600 Rescue Animals” will be released around the globe Through by St. ts series of miracles, Laurie Zaleski, the Founder of the Funny Farm Rescue, found out about Martin’s Press. Laurie’s genuine nature and sense of humor is refreshing in this sometimes crazy should not be discarded and treated this way! this little goat’s situation didn’t anyexpectations! time rescuing him. world. Pre-sale numbers haveand already farwaste exceeded Little did she know that thousands of people around the world watched and became We made a custom splint to stabilize his leg because he couldn’t stand on it at all. He You see, Laurie’s life is extraordinary. Not only did she build one of the largest animal emotionally attached to Laurie’s frustrations, and addicted to her as a pillar of strength. People needed food and water brought to his mouth while he lay in a new warm bed made just for rescues in the northeast from literally nothing, she faced many obstacles along the way him. Farley the Farm Manager, a 1-year-old Australian Shepard, took him under his wingsent in donations to help cover the astronomical costs of fixing and getting 21 cats the food and y in including theofclosest people in her life telling her she’s crazy. Her mother rescued her vet care they so desperately needed. The world rallied around her. This was just one experience. and gave some him aoflot love and attention. from aThe terrible situation and raised her and her 3 siblings alone in the woods. She has always get little goat was black and white and looked so much like a cow that he earned theRunning a large animal rescue, there are experiences and challenges every day. y ones. loved mainly duethe to the example of her mother whoveterinarians, was an amazingZaleski role model nameanimals, “Cowboy.” Over next few days, and visitsAnne, to many took Laurie Zaleski is a woman with such selfherself. Laurie and her to him to the University of Pennsylvania, where they had the best equipment. Several determination, charisma, compassion, and love. She’s thousands of dollars were spent trying to save his leg from possible nerve damage and mother loved all animals, an incredible woman who knows how to clear her ls amputation. especially those who had mind, focus, and eliminate toxic people from her life. ess He lived in the house so he could be cared for properly and received much little or no hope. Come to the Funny Farm any Sunday or Tuesday ha socialization with other animals and people. And because of this interaction, he has no idea he’s a goat, 8-4pm year round and you’ll out he thinks he’s a dog! He notice that a huge majority of the for Seven months later, not only has Cowboy’s leg healed, he has captured the hearts of people all over ng volunteers are girls! the globe!! He makes everyone laugh and gets into everything! He is now known as the “Donations the Never underestimate the power Inspector.” When visitors come and donate food for the animals, they barely have time to get out of of a woman, especially when her their cars when they discover Cowboy is already inside their car! He has a wonderful, lovable, sweet personality and will stop at nothing to make you laugh and has name is Laurie Zaleski of the Funny dea he’s a goat, an unlimited supply of kisses! Everyone is his friend! Somehow he knows what was done for him and he Farm Rescue & Sanctuary in Mays f people all over Landing, NJ. If you think you can’t appreciates his life now. “Donations to get out of The unconditional love that comes from an animal is astounding, but the unconditional love that comes from anlook animal that and do something, at Laurie ou laugh and has was once in distress is nothing short of miraculous! Nearly 400 of these animals at the Funny Farm Rescue & again! Sanctuary are waiting think There is almost always e for him and he to meet you and your family!! Coming to the Farm is easy but leaving your new furry friends is very difficult. a way to accomplish whatever you tional love that comes from an animal that life is precious. If there is something we can do as humans to preserve and protect it, in nearly all cases, unny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary All are waiting want to accomplish! 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Women Of Atlantic County

Dr. Payal Patel

Eve Cortes Go Feet

Dr. Payal Patel is a New Jersey native and is very excited to join the private practice of Go Feet Podiatry, where she will be welcoming patients at office locations in Hammonton, Mays Landing, and Linwood. She has earned a Bachelor of Arts from Temple University in biology and completed her podiatric medical degree at Temple University. She has completed her three-year surgical residency at Virtua Health in South Jersey. Dr. Patel is board qualified with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. She treats all ailments of the foot and ankle including simple and complex deformities, conservative and surgical intervention of traumatic injuries, forefoot and rearfoot reconstruction, minimally invasive surgery, ankle arthroscopy, diabetic limb salvage, wound care, and sports medicine. Dr. Patel has attended multiple conferences and workshops to keep her skills cutting edge. Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling and interior designing. For more information, call 609-704-9001.

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Crossroad For Angels Ms. Eve Cortes is an American Philanthropist, Captivating Speaker and Business-woman born in Isabella Puerto Rico. Ms. Cortes immigrated to the U.S. mainland from the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico at the age of 5. Since a very young age her parents instilled within her the importance of faith and doing the right thing. Early in her younger years she had an experience which would change her life forever. Ms. Cortes was subjected to sexual abuse by her brother and shortly after she told her brother she was going to disclose what he had done, he committed suicide at the age of 16, The emotional scars that were imprinted upon Ms. Cortes at a young age left her questioning what and why things had occurred in the way they had. She not only had to deal with the trauma of being sexually abused as a child but also had to grieve the loss of her older brother. The agony of her life experiences with her brother and her very public recantment of her story sent shockwaves throughout the family who had supported her however did not want to make public the ordeal. In 2014 Ms. Cortes after establishing herself as a successful entrepreneur owning and operating several tax offices and serving as a highly successful bilingual business woman she decided to start a foundation dedicated towards bringing awareness to children that were victims of sexual abuse named Crossroad for Angels. Since then Crossroad for Angels has cemented itself as a pillar of hope for the hopeless and a voice for all children and the adult survivors who have deep seated wounds and scars. Ms. Cortes has developed quite a reputation and caring for others is at the core of everything she does. Ms. Cortes lives in South Jersey with her children and is involved in charity work and is currently a Realtor associate as well as Ordained Minister, in her downtime Ms. Cortes enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends and walking on the seashore while looking at picturesque views of the sunset.

Gina M. Peccia, MA, LPC Funny Farm

A Mindful Renewal

A truly remarkable, accomplished, self-determined, and inspirational woman living in Southern New Jersey is Laurie Zaleski. Not only does she have an endless positive energy, when you think about all she has accomplished, and how many animals she’s saved, you can’t help but wonder how does she do it all? Rising out of the ashes of a crumbled family because of an abusive father, with nothing to her name, and losing her mother at such a young age due to cancer, Laurie built one of the largest animal rescues in the Northeast. Tell her she can’t do something and she will prove you wrong every time. She has dedicated her life to helping those who can’t help themselves. She finds homes for those who desperately need them. She feeds animals and provides plenty of love to those who once never knew love. Not only does she have over 600 rescue animals and a team of volunteers, Laurie created Art-Z Graphics, a successful graphic design, photography and multimedia company that contracts with the Federal Government. Laurie proves to women everywhere that the only real limits are those you place on yourself.

As a Certified Mindful Coach, Gina Peccia is practicing her lifelong passion: helping others in their time of need. With over 15 years of experience as a therapist working in the community mental health field, she is a wonderful example of staying true to yourself. However, before realizing where her true passion lied, she worked at a global pharmaceutical company and was an Executive Assistant to the Director of Marketing. She soon realized this was not her calling so she listened to her heart and went back to graduate school to become a therapist. After graduating, she worked in a traumatic brain injury program for adults and their families. She held a myriad of different titles in the field and finally decided to venture out to form her own private practice. Since 2012, she has been practicing independently and working with adolescents and adults suffering from mental health disorders, relationship issues, and stressors interfering with their contentment with life. Most recently, she became trained as a Certified Mindful Coach with a center in California. Learning from a Master Coach was a wonderful experience and she is now able to use what she learned to help others achieve their goals and gain balance in their own lives. She says, “Throughout all my roles, I believe in the value of mindfulness to bring peace and a sense of well-being to our daily lives.” For more information, call 609-204-9940 or visit www.amindfulrenewal.com.

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Women Of Atlantic County

Denise Raymond, RN

Briana Bee Director, Enlightened Farm, The Hansen Foundation

Director of Nursing at Journey Hospice

Briana is the Director of Enlightened Farm and leads horticulture programs for clients of Enlightened Solutions, a substance use disorder (SUD) treatment center, and residents of Serenity Houses, SUD recovery housing. After receiving her BA in Political Science and Public Health from The Catholic University of America, Briana moved to Washington State and joined a social justice community where she worked with at risk populations to improve health disparities. Briana tragically lost her brother Matthew to addiction in 2017 and shortly thereafter returned home to join The Hansen Foundation. She loves fostering the healing relationship between people and nature. She is Vice President of C.R.O.P.S., a local non-profit working towards a more accessible and equitable food system. She is also team facilitator for the Food Democracy Collaborative (FDC), a think-tank that works with NJ universities and colleges that improve the food system in our state. Briana also leads the Young Adult Initiative for AC Pride, a program and outreach organization for LGBTQ Pride Month.

Denise has been with Journey Hospice since 2019 and is currently the Director of Nursing. She has over 27 years of experience in healthcare in Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland Counties. Denise began her career with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Stockton State College. Shortly after, she decided to pursue nursing. She’s grown from a Licensed Practical Nurse to a Registered Nurse and is currently in school to obtain her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. For most of her career she has worked as a Certified Assisted Living Administrator, in both local and regional positions, and also in admissions and marketing. Denise brings a vast amount of experience as a liaison in mental health, hospice and long term care to Journey. As a Certified Dementia Practitioner with a passion for working with Alzheimer’s patients she believes she has a calling to work in hospice. Her personal experience with her own grandfather on hospice has led her to help patients and their loved ones find peace and comfort as they approach end of life. When not working, Denise enjoys spending time with her husband, their four daughters and their grandson in Cape May County. Contact Denise at draymond@lsmnj.org or 609-864-5282. Photo by Donna Andrews Photography

Shannon Brown

Dr. Mukti Rana CASA of Ocean County

Tallwoods Care Center

Shannon Brown is a realtor at Clayton & Clayton Relators in Bay Head and is happily married to her high school sweetheart, Scott Brown. They have two sons, ages six and two, which is a large part of the reason that Shannon was drawn to CASA. Shannon expressed feeling helpless knowing there were children out there that needed the stability and love that her children were able to receive. Shannon said, “The children CASA advocate for have been through so much in their lives and had a level of inconsistency that no child should. It is truly fulfilling when the child realized they can trust their CASA after seeing them consistently showing up with a smile. I look at it as a privilege to be able to be a part of their lives as well as a huge responsibility to report my findings to the court.” Last year, Shannon had the opportunity to see her CASA child be adopted by a loving family and has already begun advocating for another family. Shannon works tirelessly advocating for her CASA children and is a great role model for other CASA volunteers as well as women in general.

Dr. Mukti Rana is a pediatrician specializing in the treatment and care of patient’s ages newborn to 21. She offers comprehensive school, daycare, & sports physicals as well as management & treatment of acute and chronic medical conditions. She is board-certified with the American Board of Pediatrics as well as Subboard of Pediatric Infectious Disease. Since completing her postdoctoral training in 1997, Dr. Rana has been a fixture in the Pediatric community, she is married to Dr. Satyendra Singh, a board-certified internist who has been practicing for 25 years in Lakewood, NJ & has two beautiful children. Currently working in Jackson at Hackensack Meridian Medical Group-Pediatric Dr. Rana is affiliated with Jersey Shore Medical University Medica Center in Neptune, NJ. Dr. Rana is fluent in English, Hindi, & Gurjarati, please call (732) 363-1424 if you would like to make an appointment for your child or children.

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Time Magazine. Retrieved on August 4, 2021

For the Girls – The 2020 Olympics As the summer schedules have come to an end so have the summer Olympics. This year was an incredible jammed pack line up of sporting events that no doubt was completely memorizing. The female athletes in this year’s Olympics ranged in age from 13 to 46. Sky Brown made history as not only the second youngest competing in the Olympic games but as the youngest medalist from Britain who received her place on the podium with a Bronze medal. Then there is the almighty powerful 46 year old Oksana Chusovitina a gymnast who has been competing in the Olympics since 1992 and has 8 Olympic games to add to her curriculum vitae. If that is not enough Oksana is also a single mother. These are just the tip of the iceberg of the high level female athletes who have competed throughout the summer Olympics. There were even female athletes who were pregnant participating in the Olympic games, When you stop and think about it, how amazing will that be when you can tell your child that, yes you competed at the Olympics before birth!!! However, what stood out the most for me was the incredible display of professionalism and compassion that the USA gymnastics team displayed to their friend and fellow teammate. The Olympics for some are a “once in a lifetime” chance to represent not only your country but to be a part of a selection process of what is considered the best of the best in your sport. It is an honor and a privilege to be recognized for the hard work, commitment and sacrifice that is made to be a high level athlete. The mental attitude and preparation is like no other (no I have never been and never will be a high level athlete) but I understand that if your mindset is compromised regardless of your profession, so is your performance.

Please allow me to set the stage, the USA Olympic gymnastics team that was comprised of four female athletes with two individuals who are not considered part of the team for overall scoring but travel, compete and represent USA. The team line up initially consisted of 24 year old Simone Biles who is considered to be the greatest gymnast of all time which places her as the most decorated gymnast on the team. Then there is 18 year old Sunisa Lee who is known for her talent and athleticism on the uneven bars as well as her perfect presentation and consistent extraordinary talent across all the gymnastic exercises. Next up is 18 year old Joran Chiles who is known for her “consistency” has proven herself a strong athlete. Rounding out the team, Grace McCallum, at 18 is considered a “hard core” competitor who had broken her hand in January during a competition that required surgery and made a comeback to qualify on the team. She is known for her talent on the balance beam making it look easy as she leaps, backflips and does handstands on a thin beam in which most of us could probably not even stand on. The last two gymnasts remaining slated to compete as individuals in the Olympics were MyKayla Skinner who at the age of 24 initially was unable to qualify for final competition on the vault and Jade Carey, 21 who earned individual medals throughout the competition. There is obviously so much incredible talent navigating not only the pressure to perform to “perfection” but let’s not forget the world is still under the control of Covid-19 and according to new reports Tokyo was considered to be in a state of emergency as reported by Annie Goldsmith writing for Town and County on August 2, 2021. All of these women spend an extraordinary amount of time together. They all have intimate details of one another and share a bond that they can only understand. So when Simone Biles withdrew from the competition citing initially “medical” reasons and then disclosing the need to put her “mental health” first the team had to recalibrate. The USA coaches made a decision to add in Jade Carey who became the anchor for the team in the all around competition and which led the team to

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place on the podium. Also, MyKayla Skinner had a chance to redeem herself on the vault winning a silver medal! These women are trained athletes and they knew they had a job to perform and they did their best and they did it together. They picked up their fallen “commrad” and supported her and in the events that eventually led to her return. Simone Biles remained poised and professional as she genuinely appeared happy sitting alongside her teammates during the competition. As the world has seemed to thrive on negative news there was criticism of Simone withdrawing from the competition. However, it was later reported that Simone had received word that a family member (Aunt) had died unexpectedly. For those of you who have not read up on Simone’s bio, she has endured a life filled with traumatic experiences to which she has worked hard to heal. So take a moment and imagine being away from home in another country as a high level competitor in the Olympic games, during a pandemic and receiving news of the loss of a family member. I would think that would be a definite trigger that could compromise one’s mental state. If we have learned anything from Simone it was the incredible bravery she displayed in knowing she was not in the right mindset to complete and needed to step back and take care of herself. Simone was not only thinking of herself but also concerned for her teammates. I am sure this was not an easy decision. Simone Biles displayed incredible strength in her ability to demonstrate self awareness of her mental health needs at a crucial moment in her life, and with the support of her team was able to finish what she started in Tokyo. This feature is

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Women’s History

dedicated “for all the girls”, never stop chasing your dreams, remember being a part of a team you will never stand alone and never be afraid to know when to put your mental health first! References: Goldsmith, Annie (2021). Town & Country. Meet All the Women on the US Olympic Gymnastics Team. https://www.sportingnews.com. Suni Lee Takes Her Place Along Team USA’s all-time greats with Olympics. Retrieved on August 4, 2021 https://www.forbes.com. Tokyo Olympics: US Women’s Gymnastics Team Win Silver After Simone Biles Pulls Out. (Alison Durkee) Retrieved on August 4, 2021. https://www.usatoday.com. US Women win Olympics gymnastics silver after Biles “medical issue.” Retrieved on August 4, 2021.

Rita King, LCSW is a mental health clinician providing psychotherapy services to adults and children. Rita has worked with individuals with mental illness in the community mental health setting, criminal justice system and private practice setting. Rita is a “De-escalation for Individuals with Special Needs” training facilitator and has trained approximately 1,200 law enforcement professionals to date. Rita is also a CIT trained mental health professional. Rita has a strong passion for women’s history and in her free time she continues to raise awareness of the importance of women’s history through lectures and community speaking engagements.

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Community

Come Visit the Veteran Cafe! Journey Hospice, a proud Level II We Honor Veterans partner, is hosting veteran cafés to provide a place for local veterans to come together to socialize and reminisce about their days of serving our country. Facilitated by a local veteran, there are no prepared agendas or speakers - just conversation, coffee and camaraderie! Two locations Victoria Commons 610 Town Bank Rd., in North Cape May 1st Thursday each month from 10 to 11 am

The Shores 2201 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 4th Thursday of each month 10 to 11 am

Registration is required for either location. Please call (609) 380-4302 or email Beth Gebhart at bgebhart@lsmnj.org.

Fabulous Foods

Easy Mini Pumpkin Pies ‘Tis the Season! And it’s pumpkin everything so along with fall, cozy fires and holidays looming, here is a fun pumpkin favorite to make with the kids! YOU WILL NEED: • One large can of pumpkin • One bag of small marshmallows • One small bag of chopped pecans (optional) • 1 teaspoon cinnamon • 1 teaspoon vanilla • Qtr.-cup of brown sugar • 1 pkg. Crescent Rolls

DIRECTIONS: 1. Heat oven to 325 degrees and spray a mini muffin pan with cooking spray (a regular muffin tin is fine also). Line each with crescent roll dough (you may need some flavor to help handle the dough as you form it and line the muffin cups, cutting and shaping as needed). 2. Bake until just golden brown, about 10-12 minutes, remove from oven and sent set to the side to cool. 3. Combine the pumpkin, cinnamon, vanilla, pecans, and brown sugar in a bowl. Spoon on top of the cooked crescent roll pie crusts in your muffin tin and top with marshmallows. 4. Pop back into the oven just until the marshmallows brown and the mixture is heated through, about five minutes or so. 5. Enjoy!

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Theatre & Entertainment

Join Us For Season 39

Midsummer Night’s Dream

Dracula Friday October 29, 2021 8pm

Saturday March 26, 2022

It’s A Shore Holiday

7pm

Carmen

Saturday November 27, 2021

Saturday April 23, 2022

7pm

The Nutcracker

Cinderella

Sunday December 19, 2021

Saturday May 21, 2022

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Circus Maximus Theater-Caesars Tickets available at www.acballet.org • 609-348-7201

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Community St. Francis Counseling Service Sexual Abuse & Assault Prevention Program

Are you interested in supporting survivors of sexual violence? Our no cost 40-hour training will certify you to advocate for people who have experienced sexual violence. Once trained, you will be on call to provide crisis intervention, educational information, and resources to survivors. All potential advocates encouraged to apply. Bilingual advocates needed.

Location to be determined. To apply and schedule an interview, please contact Delaney Cronin at dcronin@stfrancislbi.org or 609-494-1554

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AMI will offer a FREE SCREENING MAMMOGRAM* during the month of October to women age 40 and older with no insurance and no current or previous breast issues. This program is made possible through the generous support of the AMI Foundation. Convenient evening and weekend appointments are available. Appointments will be scheduled starting October 1, 2020. To schedule an appointment, please call: Atlantic and Cape May Counties - (609) 677-XRAY (9729) Monmouth and Ocean Counties - (732) 223-XRAY (9729) Cumberland County - (856) 794-1700 Visit us online at ami.opendr.com. *A Screening Mammography is a routine mammography for women with no current or past breast issues.

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Vagabond Travel Agency

Journey Hospice ..................................................15

Cutting Board Creations, LLC

Garden State Trust Company...............................22

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Advanced Care Ob/Gyn Infertility

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