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Do you or your bed partner snore? Do you have a CPAP machine you just are not able to use or are unable to get used to? Then you can start with the following: Have you awakened yourself, or has a bed partner alerted you to having stopped breathing or jolted yourself awake at night? Do you awaken with headaches or feeling like you did not get a restful night of sleep? These are all tell tale signs you may be suffering from Sleep Apnea.
Snoring, 80% of the time, is related to having a condition known as Obstructive Sleep Apnea. We at Federici Dental have We are now a achieved the highest level of education Dental Sleep Medicine nationally available to treat snoring and Member Center of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. We work with the New Jersey your primary care physician, or respiratory We are the only office in the southern half of Sleep Society. pulmonologist/ENT if you are being seen by NJ trained at this highest level to trust for your one, to treat your condition. treatment of snoring and Obstructive Sleep We screen every patient and child at our Apnea. We are Medicare DME approved to office per American Dental Association guidelines for this sleep have oral appliances covered by Medicare and make custom appliances related breathing disorder. We get you screened and if you fit several for those under 65 using your MEDICAL insurance, not dental. guidelines or show from a questionnaire that you may be suffering Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a medical condition, diagnosed by medical from many of the tell tale signs, we get you to a local specialist for a doctors, but can only be treated by dentists who have specialized home sleep test (HST). Only by a training in this area of expertise for those unable to use their CPAP medical doctor in the state of NJ machines. can you get this study approved. Testimonial: The results are then game planed “…Dr. Federici’s compassion and patience is much appreciated. My oral device was on what is best course of treatment custom made for me! It’s small and comfortable, plus I can easily take it with me when I whether it be a CPAP machine, an travel. Dr. Federici is very cautious with making adjustments to my device so I will not oral appliance we custom make for have jaw pain. His staff was friendly and handled the billing to my insurance company with ease. Finally, I’m getting a good night sleep! Thank you Dr. Dave!” -Michelle D. you, or a surgical alternative such as Inspire. These are the appliances we use at Federici Dental. You cannot trust your health to just any dentist to make you a basic appliance to treat snoring. That is legally unacceptable to under-treat someone without a confirmation test that you don’t have something more than pure snoring. Obstructive Sleep Apnea is connected with several cardiac conditions such as A-fib, high blood pressure, and • Dental Implants • Hybrid Dentures stroke as well as Diabetes, GERD, frequent night time trips to urinate, • Snoring/Sleep Apnea Treatment • Cosmetic Dentistry weight gain, and daytime tiredness for drivers. Children also suffer from this and are commonly misdiagnosed as having ADD/ ADHD • Crowns • Bridges • ZOOM Teeth Whitening • Partials and are given medications unnecessarily. We are Mastery level trained, • Root Canals • Cleanings • Exams • Digital X-Rays members of the AADSM, and the only dental facility that is a dental member center of the NJ Sleep Society. Do not trust your health, your Call our office today at (609) 597-1234. valuable sleep, and your children to just anyone for these conditions. www.federicidental.com Only the highest nationally experienced trained dentists are able to We look forward to seeing you! thoroughly screen, treat, and work with sleep medicine doctors to treat 1301 Route 72 W. • Unit 230 • Manahawkin, NJ 08050 this life threatening condition. Just one minute off the parkway!
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Home Health Care S E A S ON- SPECI F I C S AF ETY FO R S ENI ORS During the warm summer months, it’s natural to want to get outside and take advantage of the welcoming sunshine. However, for the older adults and those with illness or disabilities, too much of a good thing—in this case, hot, sunny weather—can pose serious health threats. Seniors are more prone to the risks of the summer sun and heat than younger people. Seniors are more likely to have a chronic medical condition and take prescription medications that can cause mouth dryness, increase sensitivity to the sun, change ability to reason, or impair the body’s ability to regulate temperature or perspire. People-particularly seniors-with conditions such as asthma, thyroid diseases, obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), high blood pressure, heart/ circulatory problems, diabetes, or lupus should take care to avoid heat and sun exposure. To avoid getting overheated or sunburned, older adults should: • Drink plenty of fluids, but avoid drinks with alcohol, caffeine, or a lot of sugar • Drink fluids at least 30 minutes before going outside • Apply sunscreen SPF 15 or higher at least 30 minutes prior to going outside, even on cloudy days. Re-apply every two hours or after swimming or sweating • Wear wide-brimmed hats, and light-colored, loose-fitting clothes • Eat more frequently, and be sure meals are well-balanced, cool, and light • Avoid outdoor activities from 10am to 4pm, which is the hottest part of the day
Older adults should stay in an air-conditioned environment during the hottest hours of the day, either at home or in a public place such as a library, a mall, or recreation center. If needed, a private duty home care company can provide home health aides who can accompany older adults who have difficulty getting out on their own.
BAYADA’s services in your area BAYADA professionals also help clients manage their health conditions, function more easily in their homes, and prevent medication errors, falls, or other risks. In addition, care is supervised by a registered nurse clinical manager. Nursing care helps clients with short-term or ongoing care needs, from wound care after surgery to high-tech tracheostomy and ventilator care. We administer medications, perform respiratory treatments, provide catheter care, help manage chronic conditions, and support families with respite care. Contact Adult Nursing Director Maryann Prudhomme at 609-926-4600.
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Rehabilitation and therapeutic care helps adults regain strength or function after injury, surgery, or illness. These services include physical and occupational therapy and speech language pathology. Contact Home Health Director Rich Troendle at 609-272-1200. Assistive and personal care helps clients manage activities of daily living. Aides assist with bathing, dressing, and mobility (walking or moving), and household needs, such as light housekeeping, meals, and errands. Contact Assistive Care Director Jennifer Little at 609-365-4111. Hospice care provides end-of-life care to patients with advanced illness so they can remain at home with comfort, grace, and dignity. This care includes clinical and assistive care, counseling, social, spiritual, and emotional support, along with volunteer and bereavement services. Contact Hospice Director Michelle Amendolia at 609-813-2149. We are committed to providing care with compassion, excellence, and reliability…it’s The BAYADA Way.
T HE BE ST CARE CO MES I N T HE CO MFO R T O F HO ME With a broad range of services and a team of professionals who are committed to keeping adults and seniors safe at home, BAYADA provides: • Thoroughly screened health care professionals • Clinical support 24 hours, 7 days a week • Reminders about medications and appointments • RN supervision on all levels of care • A variety of payment options available BAYADA Caregiver Michelle E. and BAYADA client Dr. Frances S. at home.
Contact us Assistive Care: Jennifer Little, Director, 609-365-4111 Adult Nursing: Maryann Prudhomme, Director, 609-926-4600 Home Health: Rich Troendle, Director, 609-272-1200 Hospice: Michelle Amendolia, Director, 609-813-2149 bayada.com
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Happy Labor Day Monday, SEPTEMBER 2ND
Labor Day in the United States is a public holiday celebrated on the first Monday in September. It honors the American labor movement and the contributions that workers have made to the strength, prosperity, laws and wellbeing of the country. It is the Monday of the long weekend known as Labor Day Weekend and it is considered the unofficial end of summer in the United States. The holiday is also a federal holiday. So enjoy this extra day with family and friends for the conclusion of summer!
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Table of Contents Premier Dental Spa
Federici Dental............................................................................. 2
Legal Professionals
Home Health Care
D’Amato Law Firm...................................................................... 19 Russell & Marinucci.................................................................... 21
Medical Professionals
Enlightened Solutions................................................................. 20
BAYADA Home Health Care......................................................... 3 Shore Clinical TMS....................................................................... 4 Accent Aesthetics Medical & Laser Day Spa............................... 6 Advanced Care Ob/Gyn Infertility................................................. 7 Personal Enhancement Center................................................... 10 Shore Vascular & Vein Center..................................................... 11 Certified Dermatology................................................................ 12 Go Feet: Dr. Stuart W. Honick.................................................... 16 Atlantic Medical Imaging............................................................ 18 Relievus................................................................................ 26, 27 Bella Derma Medi Spa................................................................ 31 Barbara Greenling, DNP............................................................. 32 Kathy A. Banks, DMD................................................................. 38
Holistic Substance Abuse Treatment Business & Finance
Jolly Pets Supplies & Grooming................................................. 23 Funny Farm Rescue................................................................... 48 Atlantic City Animal Shelter.................................................. 54, 55
Men’s Clothing
Fashion & Beauty
The Bra Boudoir......................................................................... 23 Seagrass Boutique..................................................................... 30
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Permanent Makeup by Amy....................................................... 25
Elder Law
Rice Elder Law........................................................................... 13
Financial Management
Garden State Trust Company..................................................... 14
Health & Wellness
Hummingbird Yoga..................................................................... 15 Living Healthy Naturally.............................................................. 20 Body & Balance Fitness Center................................................. 28 Nina Radcliff, MD....................................................................... 46
Permanent Makeup
Cape May Stage......................................................................... 40 Two River Theater....................................................................... 45 Atlantic City Ballet...................................................................... 53 Gazillion Bubble Show............................................................... 58 Drunk Shakespeare.................................................................... 59
Fabulous Food
Pet Services
Higher Education
Newkirk Family Veterinarians................................................... 8, 9
Theatre & Entertainment
Copiers Plus, Inc........................................................................ 22
Testimonials................................................................................ 24 Instagram................................................................................... 36 Subscription Form...................................................................... 65
Atlantic Cape Community College............................................... 5
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Permanent Makeup & Cosmetic Tattooing Wigs & Hair Restoration
Abstrax Hair Design................................................................... 29
Nutrition & Wellness
Vitality FYI................................................................................... 30
Insurance
Arocho Insurance Agency.......................................................... 33
Psychiatry
Charles Meusbruger, MD...................................................... 34, 35
Cake Shoppe & Tea Room
Cutting Board Creations, LLC.................................................... 41 Grandma Tillie’s Coleslaw.......................................................... 50 Women of Atlantic County............................ 42, 43 Lou Marchiano for Men.............................................................. 44
Travel
Vagabond Travel Agency............................................................ 47
Women’s History
Female Surfers........................................................................... 49
Shoe Repair
The Friendly Cobbler.................................................................. 52
Podcast
The Hol-Truth Podcast............................................................... 66
Family Portraits & Headshots
Donna Andrews Photography.................................................... 67 Community..... 37, 44, 51, 52, 56, 57, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65 Please Take Advantage Of Our Many “Enter To Win” Contests Throughout The Paper And On Facebook!
A Sweet Memory Cake Shoppe & Tea Room............................. 39
Beau Institute............................................................................. 17
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The only FDA-cleared, non-invasive procedure that lifts and tightens the neck, chin and brow, and improves lines and wrinkles on the chest.
The Ultherapy procedure stimulates collagen production by delivering focused ultrasound energy to the skin’s foundational layer without cutting or disrupting the surface of the skin. Unlike lasers or radio frequency and surgery, non-surgical Ultherapy bypasses the surface of the skin to deliver the correct amount of ultrasound energy to the right area of the skin. This targeted treatment triggers a natural response that produces new collagen and regenerates and tightens the skin. Unlike Ultherapy in past years, the treatment is now targeted to the proper depth of skin, providing better results and less discomfort. Though some patients notice results earlier, typically it takes 2-3 months to see results as collagen works to lift and tighten skin on the neck, chin and brow as well as smooth skin on the chest. Though Ultherapy is not a facelift, it is a clinically proven alternative for those who do not need or want surgery.
A single treatment counteracts the effects of gravity, aging and sun damage with no downtime. During your consultation we will address your concerns, assess your skin and determine if you are a candidate. We have a computer program which will show you what your results will look like. There are no special preparations or skin care that need to be followed prior to treatment. During your treatment a cooling gel will be applied to the skin and a smooth applicator, selected based on the area to be treated and the depth to be treated, will be used. Using the ultrasound to determine the optimal placement of the ultrasound energy guarantees your best results. You will feel a warm/heat sensation as the energy is applied to the proper depth of your skin. Comfort level varies among individuals and areas treated but only lasts as long as the energy is being delivered. Treatments take between 30 and 90 minutes, based on the amount of area to be covered. Afterward there is no downtime, and you may return to normal activity without restrictions. Your skin may be pink but this disappears within a few hours. Some patients experience tingling or tenderness to touch but these are mild and temporary in nature. Other, less common post-procedure effects include bruising or numbness in small areas of the skin. These are also temporary. The treatment produces new collagen on the inside, so the individual’s natural aging process will affect how long the results last. Quality skin care and the use of touch-up treatments can prolong results. Typically results last two-plus years.
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‘THE BIG TALK’: When Should You Have It? Long gone are the days of diapers, formula, and baby foods. Fast approaching are the dreaded “teenage years.” “Watch out, hold onto your parental hats, it is going to be a fast and bumpy ride” may all be appropriate descriptive terms. Yes, our children are approaching puberty.
Puberty is a time of significant physical, emotional, and psycho-social changes for children. These changes may cause confusion, stress and a host of other issues in a child. As you, the reader, progress through this article, keep this ONE THING IN MIND - BE PATIENT, BE PATIENT, and BE PATIENT. As a parent, this stage is going to be as difficult, if not more difficult, for you than your son or daughter. You, the parent, are your kid’s best asset. It is your job to teach, advise, counsel and, most importantly, listen to your son or daughter. You may or may not like what you hear. Try not to be angry or upset. Keep your child close to you and maintain open lines of communication. Puberty starts at varied ages; some start early, some late. Some develop quickly, others develop slowly. There is no hard and fast rule for this. Boys tend to take after their dads and the males in their family. Consider other family members and the ages for puberty. This may give you a clue as to when your own son or daughter will start puberty. From a medical perspective, doctors usually recommend that kids who start puberty before the age of eight-and-a-half to nine have a medical check-up. Also those who have not started puberty by their fourteenth or fifteenth birthday should see a doctor. It’s important to remember that starting early or late does not always mean there is something wrong. However, when there is something wrong, the problem can be treated by a doctor at an early age to allow the child to develop normally. Pimples, perspiration, and body hair growth. Most of us recall our first body changes. Hair growth in pubic areas, armpits, legs and arms is not too distressing to most kids. Just an aside, to dispel a popular rumor, shaving does not cause more hair growth. It may look like more but it is not. Shaving cuts the hair shaft, removing the tapered tip and exposing the wider shaft, so it looks like more hair growth. Body odor can start to occur during this period. Consider teaching the use of personal care products. For young women the body changes are more pronounced and noticeable. The enlargement of breast tissue begins in this stage, as well as an overall change in the contour of her body. This can be distressing to some women. The use of a bra or other supportive garments is really up to the individual. Support her in her decision to wear or not wear a bra. The next mountain is the start of her menses
or period. The onset of menses is the beginning of a variety of things. The most important one being this signifies her ability to become pregnant. Your daughter may wrestle with the decision to use a tampon or pad. Use of a tampon may disrupt the hymen. There are commercially available smaller tampons with plastic applicators that may offer her some advantages for ease of placement. Other issues may arise such as romantic feelings and sexual feelings. Young people often face questions about how to handle strong romantic and sexual feelings. This is an important time to really examine your own feelings, organize some basic concepts in your mind. And really try to talk with your child. They can use the guidance. At this time it is important to discuss the “what” and “how to” related to sexual activity. Kids today start at a young age. Don’t ignore the subject. It is important to discuss sexual contact, intercourse and, yes, birth control. Include in this safe sex practices and STD prevention. As a gynecologist, I have helped many parents with the talk. I have over the years developed the ability to effectively communicate with young women. This is a time of many emotions like confusion, anxiety, and excitement about growing up. It may also be a time when our kids have the “blues.” These ups and downs are very common in this age group. Part of the reason we have these feelings may be the new hormones our bodies are making. Our hormones are powerful substances and they can affect our emotions and our bodies. It takes our bodies and our emotions some time to adjust to these hormones. At times, all these changes are overwhelming. Your children may feel scared, uncertain, anxious or depressed. Be there to support, listen and at times talk to your children. You are their best asset. Try to keep them safe and out of trouble. In my own life, I have three children of my own. They are fast approaching at this age. I have started to have “the talk” with one of my own. It is really not as easy as one would think. When it comes down to it, this is a really difficult subject. It is stressprovoking for both my son and me. Kids can be difficult to reach, so keep trying. Again, be patient, don’t pre-judge; guide them, don’t push them. If you have difficulty with your child and “the talk,” we at Advanced Care are here to help. I have this type of discussion several times in any given week. Please contact my office if needed. Good luck.
To schedule an appointment at Advanced Care Ob/Gyn, call 609-272-0506 or visit www.advancedcareobgyn.com.
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HUMANS! Are You In PAIN?
Pulsed Electro Magnetic Wave Frequency Therapy Is Here!
Yes, that’s right, at Newkirk Family Veterinarians,
a Registered Nurse is doing PEMF therapy on HUMANS!
And we’re so impressed your first visit is FREE. What Is Magna Wave PEMF?
Magna Wave PEMF is a Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Frequency delivered through a coil that is placed on your body by a Magna Wave Certified Practitioner. The blood oxygenation is said to increase, activate the lymphatic system and stimulate acupuncture points. This process reduces pain and inflammation and promotes healing. If we can relieve the pain and swelling, the body can begin to heal naturally.
Call the veterinary hospital, 609 645 2120, and tell them
Magna Wave PEMF Can Relieve Pain From…
• Arthritis & Osteoporosis • Sprains & Strains • Autoimmune Disease • Headaches & Migraines • Aging & Stress • Depression • Urinary Incontinence • Accelerate Healing Time of Fractures & Wounds • Reduce Inflammation • Sleep Disturbances & Much More Tendon Tear Relief
“Jenn has an ankled brace she has been wearing for over one year for a severe tendon tear. Her entire body was compensating on a diagonal. She was suffering headaches, shoulder pain, lower back pain, and tightness in her calves. We worked on her angled and basically on the extreme compensation areas to relieve pain and tension. She sat down after the session and asked when I was coming back! She booked a PEMF appointment for her and her husband. The next days she said she could not believe how much better she felt. Thank you Pat and Alane!” - VickyLynn Toporek, LMT, CMWP
you want the HUMAN treatment! The staff will take your name and have Judy, a registered nurse, call you and discuss this amazing breakthrough in pain therapy.
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Reduced Inflammation
“My outer ankle got swollen and sore because of my high arches. I saw my family Dr. and my podiatrist took two different Rx medications, completed several physical therapy sessions, applied ice for several days and wore a prescribed boot. After all of this I was about 10% improved. After four consecutive days of Magna Wave treatments I am 90% better!!” - Angela Cornes
Relief from Plantar Fasciitis
“I had my first Magna Wave PEMF session with Maria April 18th. Looking for relief of plantar fasciitis, neck and back problems. I got 100% relief from the plantar fasciitis, and dramatic relief in my neck and back. Very excited for my next session with Maria and Magna Wave PEMF!!!” - Windy King
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“Through the years, many clients have asked if I knew a doctor who could treat humans with some of the amazing alternative therapies I use on animals. Until now, I could not recommend any physician (other than nutritionists, or acupuncturists) who could help humans with their pain. Now with PEMF, an FDA approved therapy modality, I CAN share the use of this device on pets with humans!”
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Your Pets Are Their Passion For over 37 years, Newkirk Family Veterinarians, a family owned and operated office, has proudly provided quality veterinary care to the South Jersey area. Known as the most unique veterinarian hospital in the area, Newkirk Family Veterinarians focuses on helping pets live healthier, happier and longer lives. Dr. Marc Weissman
Dr. Mark Newkirk, Owner
Dr. Newkirk, owner of Newkirk Family Veterinarians, found his love for animals at the age of 14, working as a kennel assistant every summer at the Margate Animal Clinic. As he returned to work every summer, he got more and more convinced that this was the profession for him. Graduating from the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School, Dr. Newkirk has been serving Southern Jersey for over 37 years and is extensively trained in medicine and surgery and also is skilled in the care of exotic pets such as reptiles and birds. Today, Dr. Newkirk, lecturer, seminar leader, and author, combines traditional medicine and surgery with Holistic Alternatives to access the best of both worlds to help your pet’s overall health. Treating animals from dogs and cats to birds, rabbits, and reptiles, Dr. Newkirk utilizes herbs, homeopathy, chiropractic acupuncture, and other modern treatment modalities to ensure your pet lives a happy, healthy life.
Millie Culligan
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Dr. Marc Weissman joined the Newkirk Family Veterinarian family in October of 2013. He studied abroad in Bologna, Italy, and continued his education at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York and at the University of Missouri. He has been an Associate Veterinarian in Freehold, New Jersey, as well as owner and medical director of Princeton Veterinary Group in Kingston, New Jersey. His areas of special interest include allergy and dermatology, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and orthopedics. He currently resides in Jackson, New Jersey with his wife. Together they have two sons and currently have several four-legged children, including two cats and two dogs. When he is not busy providing care to animals of all sizes, he enjoys wine tasting, traveling, gerdening and bicycling. (missing, Dr Michael Bush, with us since 2010)
Dr. Mark Newkirk, VMD & Dr. Marc Weissman, DVM
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The Burning Question - Is Sunscreen Safe? We’ve read a lot about the topic of sunscreen safety in the news. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is updating regulatory requirements for most sunscreen products sold in the U.S. The FDA regulates sunscreen as an overthe-counter drug and is asking for more safety information regarding the absorption of sunscreen Lisa M Ledden ingredients and whether absorbing MSN, APN-C sunscreen has any detrimental effects. We know that sunscreen and sun protection can reduce your risk of developing skin cancer, prevent premature aging, and prevent sunburn. And we KNOW that 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. So what else do I need to know?
First of all, there are two types of sunscreen.
or titanium dioxide and ARE considered “generally recognized as safe and effective” by the FDA. These products are NOT absorbed into the skin.
How do I protect myself and my family? Dermatologists recommend that you:
• Seek shade • Wear protective clothing such as lightweight and longsleeved shirts, wide-brimmed hats, and sunglasses • Avoid 10 a.m.–2 p.m. when the sun’s rays are the strongest • Apply sunscreen. A quarter-size amount to the face, and 30 ml (enough to fill a shot glass) to sun-exposed areas. Always choose an SPF (sun protective factor) of 30 or above; reapply every 80-90 minutes • If you have concerns about chemical sunscreen while the jury is out, use mineral-based or physical sunscreen (which are also more appropriate for young children or those with sensitive skin) • Watch your skin for changes in your moles or new skin lesions
• Chemical sunscreen works like a sponge absorbing the sun’s rays. The FDA is calling for more information and safety data And get your skin checked by a professional. on these types of sunscreen to determine long-term safety. • Physical sunscreen (also known as mineral sunscreen) acts by blocking the sun’s rays. These products contain zinc oxide and/
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“I had been going to the same dermatologist for years. She was selling her practice and moving to New York. I was a little nervous about that but just stayed in her office and stayed with the dermatologist that took over her practice. I went to make an appointment and could not get in with a doctor but they told me they had a female nurse practitioner named Lisa that I could see, So I agreed. When I first met her I was thrilled! I knew we would be friends but I knew she was good at what she does. She has a better eye than any doctor I have ever seen! She found a melanoma on my back that was .3 cm was very deep and I had to have a wide excision done at Robert Wood Johnson hospital with a specialist. If that had grown I’m sure the outcome would’ve been different than today. I am fine and healthy. That was January 2003 when we got the results that it had not spread. I continue to see her every year. She cuts off 3 moles and we talk! We have become friends! I love her! She is bright, professional, timely and accommodating! I recommend her to everyone I can at every opportunity I can! She is the best dermatologist I’ve had and I hope to keep seeing her for a long, long time! Thank you, Lisa Ledden!” - Kerri Byrne
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Nancy Rice has been practicing Estate Planning and Elder Law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania Both Nancy and Pamela have been Certified as Elder Law Attorneys (CELA) by the National Elder Law since 1986. She wasThe Certified as an Elder LawinAttorney 1997,(Linwood) and has maintained offices in (Cherry Hill). Foundation. firm maintains offices Atlantic in County and Camden County Camden Cape May specifically in Cherry Hill and Ocean City. She can answer Riceand Elder Law cancounties, answer your questions and concerns – just call 609-398-3447. your questions and concerns- just call 609-398-3447.
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Nancy Rice, Esquire, CELAand B.) Due Execution in the Atlantic WeM. discussed A.) Fraud Pamela A. Quattrone, Esquire, MBA, CELA2015 issue, Part 1 of 2. County Woman September/October
Today, we will continue in our discussion with C.) Testamentary
What is “Elder Capacity andLaw”? D.) Undue Influence.
Elder Law is a sub-specialty within the practice of law. Until the early 1990’s, this area of practice was more generally known as “Estate Planning.” Elder Law C.) Testmentary Capacity developed as a sub-specialty of Estate Planning in the late 1980’s. TheNational test for determining capacity(NAELA) is rather permissive. The Academy of testamentary Elder Law Attorneys was foundedIndeed, in 1987 level of capacity neededoftoattorneys execute awho Willare is less than that required tothe enter asthea professional association dedicated to improving into a contract. The key questions are whether the person who made the Will quality of legal services provided to seniors. (called is the“Estate “Testator”) understood: What Planning”?
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EstateThe Planning involves the drafting of Wills planning the nature generally and extent of the property subject of theand Will; in otherforwords, disposition of estates upon death. Estate Planning can also include tax planning what assets the Testator had and planned to leave under his or her Will. to reduce or eliminate the various death taxes which can, in some cases, seriously deplete an Theestate. “natural objects of his or her bounty,” that is, who are the Testator’s
Do Estate Lawyers address planning in the event next Planning of kin (whether or not he or she wants to leaveissues them anything underI become incapacitated? the Will, the Testator needs to know who they are).
enjoyed a special or “confidential relationship” with the Testator, and there are • Retirement, including publicsurrounding and privatethe retirement benefits, “suspicious circumstances” execution of the survivor Will, thebenefits, burden of and pension benefits proof will shift to the defender of the Will. Most Elder Law attorneys do not specialize in every one of these areas. For A “confidential relationship” can be Disability found where thereorisElder someAbuse specialcases. trust example, I do not handle Social Security appeals between thesome Testator a beneficiary under matters the Willfor and wherewho theare nature Additionally, Elderand Law attorneys handle clients not of elderly. For example, I draft Willssome for clients ofreliance all ages. or dependency. At times, that special relationship creates type of or designation confidential relationship been to exist name, betweenwhat a Testator IfaIspecial see the “CELA” has after anfound attorney’s and: an adult child; other relative; a healthcare provider; a neighbor; an attorney; does that mean? or an accountant. Notably, while a confidential relationship naturally exists be One of the ways to evaluate the experience and knowledge of an attorney who tweentoapractice husbandElder and wife, of undue will not claims Law isthe to presumption consider whether he or influence she is Certified as generan ally arise even when the Testator’s children are disinherited. Elder Law Attorney (CELA).
The purpose of this certification program is to identify those lawyers who As to the “suspicious circumstances” component of an undue influence Will have the enhanced knowledge, skills, experience, and proficiency to be properly contest, the evidence on this issue can be “slight.” Suspicious circumstances have identified as Certified Elder Law Attorneys to the public. been foundfor where a beneficiary of the Will engaged his attorney to prepare the The criteria certification include: Testator’s Will and where a nursing home patient was removed fromone the state facility 1. Licensure - The attorney must be licensed to practice law in at least byorthe beneficiary Will that was signed a few days later. in the District of of aColumbia. 2. Practice - The attorney must have practiced law during the five (5) years If you believe that a Will should be challenged because it was not executed preceding his or her application and must be currently practicing law. properly (i.e., it was forged, didn’t have the correct number of witnesses, etc.) or 3. Integrity/Good Standing - The attorney must be a member in good standing because the deceased was not competent when he/she signed it or because the of the state bar in all places in which he or she is licensed. Will was the product of undue influence, you should hire a seasoned attorney, 4. Substantial Involvement - The attorney must have spent an average of at least who has significant experience in this area of law. Do not delay with your deci16 hours per week practicing Elder Law during the three years preceding his or sion to engage an experienced attorney because the law allows only a narrow her application. In addition, he or she must have handled at least 60 Elder Law window timethose during which caveat and/or a Willdistribution contest mayamong be filed. matters of during three (3) ayears with a specified subjects as defined by the National Elder Law Foundation. Nancy Rice answer and concerns! 5. Continuing Legal can Education - The your attorneyquestions must have participated in at least 45 hours of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) in Elder Law during the preceding three (3) years. 6. Peer Review/Professional References - The attorney must submit the names of five (5) references from attorneys familiar with his or her competence and qualifications in Elder Law. These attorneys must themselves satisfy specified criteria. 7. Examination – The attorney must pass a full-day certification examination. Nancy has been practicing Estate Planning and Elder Law since 1986. She sat for the CELA exam in the Fall of 1996, passed it, and became certified in 1997. Pamela took the exam in Fall of 2018, passed it and became certified in 2019. In 2002, 2007, 2012, and 2017 Nancy also satisfied the conditions for re-certification.
During the 1980’s and 1990’s, Estate Planning was expanded to include planningThe foreffect incapacity well.that Thisthe was a necessary expansion because following if you are of theasWill; Will would dispose of property in a car death. accident or suffer a stroke, leaving you unable to tend to your legal affairs or make medical decisions, a Will would be of little use to you as it is effective only upon Thedeath. relation of each of these factors to the other. Thus, most lawyers today will talk to you about Durable Powers of Attorney and Advance Medical Directives (“Living Wills”) when you meet with them to the lawa presumes that all Testators are of sound and competent talkNotably, about drafting Will. mind when a Will is executed (assuming he/she was at least 18 years of age and If an attorney focuses on Elder Law, what areas of law would that has not been declared by a court to be legally incapacitated). To overcome the include? presumption of capacity, the contestant must prove lack of testamentary capacElder includes: ity at Law the time the Will was executed, by clear and convincing evidence. It is •important Preservation/transfer of itassets seeking to to avoid spousal impoverishment when a to know that is not enough show that the Testator was addicted a nursing homeprove that the person was under the influence of tospouse drugs enters or alcohol; you must •aMedicaid substance at the time of the execution of the Will. Nor is it sufficient to show •that Medicare advocacy, andatappeals the Testator was claims forgetful the time, so long as he or she had some capac•ity Social Security and disability claims and appeals to manage his or her business affairs. • Supplemental and long-term health insurance issues. • Disability planning, including use of Durable Powers of Attorney, Living Trusts, D.) Influence and Undue “Living Wills” • Conservatorships Undue influenceand hasguardianships been defined as any type of exertion that can prevent •the Probate, administration andhis/her management ofThis trustscan and estatesphysical, menTestator from following free will. include •tal, Long-term care placements in nursing home and life care or moral exertion. Mere suggestions, persuasions or thecommunities exertion of some •influence Nursing home questions patients’ rights and nursing is not issues, enoughincluding to invalidate a Will.ofOrdinarily, the challenger hashome the qualityof proving undue influence. If, however, the Will benefits one who burden Nancy M. Rice, Esq., CELA • Pamela A. Quattrone, Esq., CELA • Elder abuse and fraud recovery cases • Housing issues, including discrimination and home equity conversions (“reverse can answer your questions and concerns. Call 609-398-3447. Estate/Trust Administration • Guardianships • Will Contests • Special Needs Trust • Medicare, Medicaid, Long-Term Care & Disability Planning mortgages”)
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What Will Happen To Rover? Losing a beloved pet can be one of the more difficult experiences a person goes through in their lives, but it can be just as hard for the pet to lose their beloved human companion. We are the caretakers of our pets, and caretakers need to create contingency plans for what will happen if they are not present to care for them.
Trust services allow for the uninterrupted usage of assets by the beneficiaries and are used as a contingency plan for incapacity and other caretaking responsibilities, such as children or adults with special needs. Wouldn’t they be perfect for pets too? All 50 states say they should at least be allowed, with New Jersey allowing the creation of pet trusts since 2001. However, as with other usages for trust services, whether or not a trust is the best answer is not a clear-cut yes or no, and depends on each individual’s situation. Before getting into the details of financial arrangements, we encourage all pet owners to ask themselves these questions first:
Who will become the caregiver of the pet should I die or become incapacitated? Most people do not see their own pets as a burden (financial or otherwise), so they can’t imagine that the pet would be a burden for someone else. However, they may not be considering that their designated new caretaker (a family member or otherwise) lives in an apartment that has a “no pets” policy, or doesn’t have the time to
walk the dog daily, or has month-long international travel that would prevent continuous care of the pet.
Does your pet have special needs beyond basic pet care?
The new caregiver will appreciate knowing more than just what medication the pet needs (if any). The documentation regarding the medical records of the pet will help them know when to get that next vet checkup. Also, the pet’s eating habits, favorite treats, and other behaviors such as when they like to be let out or if the radio helps calm them down in a storm can make it easier for the new caregiver.
Have I discussed these plans with both potential caregivers and beneficiaries?
The best course of action is to discuss a plan with potential caregivers, and to try to have multiple potential caregivers so that if one’s situation changes, there would still be caregivers available. Let your assumptions be known and challenged while they can still be changed. Sometimes one child or grandchild feels a much stronger attachment to a pet than another, and would volunteer or feel slighted if they weren’t consulted on the continuing care of the pet.
What about using a will?
Publishing care instructions and provisions in a will can be helpful, and studies show that between 12% and 27% of pet owners include their pets in their wills. A possible issue can arise if the estate gets caught up in probate, though, so it may be better to make arrangements earlier on if possible, plus you may be able to avoid the New Jersey Inheritance Tax on the funds for the caretaker to use if the funds aren’t passing through the estate at death. Transferring the pet to another caretaker the pet is familiar with can often be the best option, and since the care of a pet is not as costly (financially, or time-commitment) an endeavor as the care of a person, a direct transfer of funds may be sufficient to provide care for the lifetime and burial costs of the pet compared to employing trust services.
Don’t forget to discuss your loving pet when you are discussing your estate plan with your estate planning attorney.
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What Does A Yoga Practice Look Like? Why Do It? Many of us long for a life of happiness, balance and peace. But we don’t believe that we can have it. The pace and intensity of our lives leave many of us feeling like a person riding a horse frantically galloping. Life moves fast and we are challenged to keep up with it. It becomes a balancing act. We feel spent, tired, exhausted and fatigued, resulting in aches, pains, illness and feelings of unhappiness. Our physical and mental “bank account” becomes depleted as we tip the scales, making more withdrawals than deposits. When we dip into our savings, alarm bells begin to sound. But we don’t always pay attention to them. Modern lifestyle removes us from nature, divorced from its natural rhythm and cycles. We are living at a pace and rhythm that is completely foreign to our genes and biology. One’s survival is challenged. That’s when it is time to slow down, rest, detox, replenish and restore. We can reset our genetic clocks. Yoga is the perfect antidote to our hectic lifestyle. Yoga begins in the present moment. It is the practice of examining where we are with the recognition of our discontent, dissatisfaction and stress. Our suffering is not the problem. It is that we don’t see that suffering is the source of wisdom and the actual path to enlightenment. Life is characterized by dissatisfaction or Dukkah. This is Buddha’s First Noble Truth. The path of yoga is embracing one’s suffering and in doing so, uses complete acceptance as a starting point for practice. There is just enough suffering to get you in the door of the studio, so that becomes our starting point. Difficulty begets faith. Faith in practice requires an interest in one’s discontent and how to bring it to an end. Suffering continues in cycles, like a wheel spinning out of balance. This turning of the Wheel of Dukkah is called Samsara. Yoga practice is about breaking free of the cyclic force of habitual activity and distorted mental and emotional forces that drive us to act in ways that maintain suffering. Yoga is a means of becoming free of our mind’s conditioning. Buddha’s teachings always come back to the Middle Way. It is the way of balance, sanity, inner strength, purity, restraint, steadfastness and moderation. Attending to one’s inner life is critical to practice. Discovering equilibrium is the key to being calm, focused and stable. In order to restore inner balance, we use mindfulness as a tool for looking inward. No matter what happens outside ourselves, we can always tap into that still center point upon which everything else is poised. Look carefully and often to keep your balance. A lot depends on it. We all get out of balance. Our practice to stay open requires physical exertion and mental focus. Yoga invites us to experience the in-between place composed of just the right blend of strength and quiet relaxation. Practice is not too tight and not too loose. This is a reminder that nothing is solid or permanent. As you transition from one pose to the next, you are completely leaving one experience and entering a new one. The back and forth firming and softening, advancing and relaxing, toning and releasing is how we find balance in our asana practice. We balance activity with receptivity. This powerful teaching applies to our everyday lives as well. Can you sit in the middle of experience and engage just enough to support the process while releasing your effort just enough to let the experience become alive for you and within you? By doing this, we gain a sense of balance in our lives. Equanimity contains the complete willingness to hold the pleasant and painful events in our lives equally. It has the capacity to embrace extremes without getting thrown off balance. As a concept, equanimity may appear unappealing. But one may discover, to one’s surprise, that the peace of balanced state has a joy beyond pleasure and pain. With a combination of stability, investigation
Lillian Montero, April Elias, Heidi Farber, and Elaine Sherpa and mindful awareness, one may glimpse the unshakable nature of happiness. Spiritual practitioners thrive in unpredictable conditions, testing and refining the inner qualities of heart and mind. Then every situation becomes an opportunity to abandon judgment and opinions and simply give complete attention to what is. Then practice becomes acceptance. We begin to cultivate patience, flexibility, strength, generosity and curiosity. Letting go of old habits is part of a process of developing a mature, intelligent and inquisitive yoga practice. The invitation of yoga is to get organized with precision, be gentle in the process and then relax, watch and wait. When we do get off the mats and go back to the rest of our lives, we hope that the compassion, patience, flexibility and strength that we worked on in class will be there when we need it. Time passes, sense of harmony, balance and connection that we had at the end of class fades. Life kicks in again, that feeling like you got up on the wrong side of the bed. Then it is time to get realigned. Sadhna is our regular, committed practice. Saddha means faith (healing light and energy), the spiritual path. Results develop faith, which begets further practice. Together this leads to wisdom and happiness and more faith in the process. We return to our mats, place the mind on the breath and watch and wait. Notice alignment is fluid, like everything else. It’s just as natural as the sun shines and the rain falls. Life’s pendulum swings.
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What Is The Difference Between Microblading And Tattooing? I receive this question A LOT! Microblading is a beautiful technique where a specific tool is used to create the most “natural looking hairline stroke”. There are a few different styles to choose from when it comes to an Eyebrow Tattoo. So back to the question; It is the same, it’s all about the technique!
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Are You 65 And Older Suffering With Back And/Or Leg Pain? You may have a condition called lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication. As we age, the spinal canal narrows; this is a degenerative process that worsens over time. As the spinal canal narrows, the nerve roots coming out of the spine get pinched, causing pain in the back and legs. Typically, patients with lumbar spinal stenosis report pain in their backs that travels down one or both of their legs. Patients with lumbar spinal stenosis typically cannot stand and/or walk for any appreciable amount of time before they feel back and leg pain. Most patients cannot even walk to their mailbox or prepare a meal due to the pain they experience. Most spinal stenosis symptoms are better with lumbar flexion, such as when using a shopping cart in a grocery store, and will go away when the patient sits down or lies supine. Did you know that new minimally invasive treatment options are available to treat signs and symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis? Typically, symptoms of lumbar stenosis are treated with physical therapy, medications, epidural shots and/or back surgery. Dr. Pryzbylkowski is the only interventional pain physician in
Atlantic and Cape May Counties trained on two new minimally invasive FDA-approved procedures to reduce patients’ back and leg pain from lumbar spinal stenosis. These procedures include the MILD (Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression) procedure and the Superion interspinous spacer placement. Both procedures are performed in a same-day surgical center and require no general anesthesia along with a quick and easy recovery. If your physician has diagnosed you with lumbar spinal stenosis or you experience back and leg pain that is worse with walking and/or standing for even minimal amounts of time, please call Relievus and ask for an appointment with Dr. Pryzbylkowski.
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Body In Balance • Parkinson Life Center
Body In Balance is the home of Parkinson Life Center which supports Parkinson patients and their families. Body in Balance and the Parkinson Life Center are hosting a fashion show with a bake sale, Chinese Auction, silent auction, raffle, lunch with cash bar and Macy’s/Lancome goody bags. All proceeds will go to the Parkinson Life Center.
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A Friendly Reminder To My Diabetic Friends… Top Reasons To Check Your Blood Sugar!
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numbers, I may ask what is going on in his/her life. If you are feeling stressed over family, job, or other personal matters, consider how that is impacting your blood sugars. You might need to make some serious changes in your life and seek professional help.
blood sugar is on the low side or you are in an official state of hypoglycemia. It’s better to know your number before treating versus eating, without testing, based on hunger.
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• You are going to exercise. Exercise is both a beauty and
hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). Again, it’s always better to test than to assume you just need a glass of water. Testing can reveal a high blood sugar that requires your attention. If you are high, drinking plenty of fluids is important to rehydrate.
a beast of diabetes. Initially, exercise does increase blood sugars, but the after effects of exercise generally lower blood sugars, sometimes for days afterward. Talk to your doctor about what an acceptable pre-exercise blood sugar number should be. • You are tired. One can become tired when levels are high or low, so You also need to figure exercise into your meal planning. Always wear your medical identification, carry an emergency source of carbohydrate, if you’re feeling especially exhausted, check your blood sugar! and have a partner or a cell phone nearby when exercising. • You are going to drive. Getting behind the wheel with a high or low blood sugar not only endangers you and your passengers, but other • You just do not feel right. Everyone, diabetic or not, has days when they just feel off. However, people with diabetes must be ultrapeople on the roads and sidewalks as well. Consider driving to be a sensitive to their body’s cues and not blow off a strange or unfamiliar privilege and a great responsibility. If you are too low to drive, it is best feeling. For example, one might feel anxious up to an hour before a to treat your low, check fifteen minutes later to see where you stand. low blood sugar, and other times, hypoglycemia comes on quickly and • You are going to bed. Some people are incredibly deep sleepers, without much warning. Because you may not have a pattern of common and a high or a low blood sugar (called hypoglycemia unawareness) symptoms, check your sugar at the first sign of discomfort or uneasiness. will not awake them. Be sure to have a good number before you hit the Remember, you hold most of the power in your diabetes sack! management, and of course a key component of living well with diabetes is testing, testing, and testing more. May you find the • You are irritated. One of the tell tale signs of a sugar low is if your alter-personality comes out. The beauty of hypoglycemia, if there is such conviction and motivation to keep your meter handy! a thing, is that our bodies do a pretty good job warning us that we need carbohydrates. Symptoms include irritability or nervousness, shaking, a Call 609.625.9146 for information or an appointment. racing heart, sweating, hunger, and more.
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About the Practitioner Barbara was born in Trenton, eventually settling in Atlantic County in 2005 while working on her medical degrees. Many years of diverse experience working in the medical field as she continued her education finally culminated in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in 2013. She joined Reliance Medical Group in 2014 and now has her own practice in Egg Harbor Township, an accomplishment of which she takes immense pride. She is affiliated with Shore Medical Center. Barbara takes special interest in her community, with a practice focused on family, veterans and the trans-gender population. She personally has volunteered in the Wounded Warrior project since 2009, and donates her time and resources to the American Cancer Society and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Dr. Greenling also takes great pride in the level of care her office provides. It is a safe-haven office with a friendly and easy-going staff. They take all insurances, including Tri-Care for veterans. When Barbara is not practicing medicine, she enjoys golfing, gardening, entertaining and spending time with her family.
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MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) of Opioids: By Charles E. Meusburger, M.D.
Opiates are naturally occurring in every human brain as endorphins such as one feels with running or other exercise. The phrase “runner’s high” is an example of the euphoric feeling experienced by runners because of the release of endorphins by the brain; the endogenous (from inside) effect of endorphins helps to protect us from pain. Exogenous opiates (meaning pain meds produced outside of our bodies) come in many forms, either from organic material such as heroin from the poppy seed flower, or many synthetic pill forms, i.e., Roxicet, Percocet, Vicodin and Dilaudid up to more recently “China White” as it’s appropriately called, meaning fentanyl and its analogues. These are mainly synthetically produced in a lab en masse in mainland China and sent around the world, mostly to the United States. Fentanyl and its analogues are the most potent and, therefore, most deadly of all the opiates. All illicit drugs are manufactured for profit derived from creating repeat business. All but Fentanyl; this compound produced in China is designed for something else—the death of its consumers—not financial profit, but profits of a more serious nature. This is all too reminiscent of the days of the Ho Chi Minh trail from North to South Vietnam, where the Chinese supplied endless amounts of heroin to United States servicemen and women. Consequently, you don’t have to use bullets and bombs to win a war, then or now. The opiate crisis is called that due to the rising fatalities from their use. It’s a multifactorial set of contributing factors, but Fentanyl is the number 1 killer.
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Figure 3. National Overdose Deaths Involving Any Opioid—Number Among All Ages, by Gender, 1999-2017. The figure above is a bar and line graph showing the total number of U.S. overdose deaths involving opioids from 1999 to 2017. Any opioids includes prescription opioids (and methadone), heroin and other synthetic narcotics (mainly fentanyl). Drug overdose deaths rose from 8,048 in 1999 to 47,600 in 2017. The bars are overlaid by lines showing the number of deaths by gender from 1999 to 2017. Overall, there has been a higher number of drug overdose deaths among males. (Source: CDC WONDER).
Medication Assisted Treatment, or MAT, has the best clinical outcomes for harm reduction and illicit opiate use elimination of all the modalities available. It saves lives. Of course, it’s not for everyone; other models can work well or even better, depending on individual needs, genetics and supports, including 12step abstinence programs and several community-based modalities and psychotherapeutic modalities, e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dilectical Behavioral Therapy—all used respectively in combinations achieved with focus on individual circumstances.
TREATMENT MODALITIES
It is crucial to know and adhere to the fact that illicit drugs are not to be used during any phase of treatment. The reason is the medications used to treat substance use disorder attach to the same receptors as the illicit drug and cannot both attach to the same receptor at the same time. The effect is the therapeutic medication displaces the ability for the illicit medication to act, thereby assisting to reduce and eliminate substance use disorder over time. For this reason, the induction phase of Medication Assisted Treatment requires individuals to be in withdrawal (without substance use for a period of time, usually at least 24 hours). MAT consists of the following methods: Methadone, Suboxone (buprenorphine + naloxone), Subutex (buprenorphine alone) and Vivitrol. There are also implants of Suboxone in various forms that require minor surgery, such as Probuphine. And in November of 2017, the United States Food and
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Effective and Potentially Life-Saving Drug Administration approved the first once-monthly buprenorphine injectable, called Sublocade, for moderate to severe opioid use disorder.
METHADONE
The primary objective of Methadone treatment induction is to reduce the signs and symptoms of withdrawal, and keep individuals in therapy while ensuring their safety. Methadone changes how the brain and nervous system respond to pain, thereby lessening the pain of withdrawal; it also reduces the euphoria of opiates. Methadone is available in pill, liquid and wafer form and is taken once daily, lasting for about 4 to 8 hours. The initial dose of methadone depends on the person’s degree of dependence and tolerance level to opioids. The induction phase requires careful observation to avoid lifethreatening effects.
SUBOXONE
In 2002, the FDA approved Suboxone for the treatment of opioid use disorder. Suboxone is a combination of buprenorphine, a partial opiate agonist, and naloxone, which is a medication that blocks the effects of opiates, including pain relief and euphoria, two primary causes of opioid abuse. The phrase “partial opiate agonist” refers to the fact that buprenorphine gives the brain less of an effect than a full opiate; however, the brain “thinks” it has received a full opioid effect, thereby relieving withdrawal symptoms and cravings. The effect lasts for 24 hours. Induction with Suboxone also requires careful observation for effective titration and harm prevention, i.e., precipitous withdrawal.
SUBUTEX
Subutex differs from Suboxone because it does not contain naloxone. It is buprenorphine alone. It is administered in tablet form, taken sublingually once per day, and cannot be cut, chewed or swallowed. It is also advisable not to eat or drink anything until it has fully dissolved (wait about 30 minutes before eating or drinking). Induction depends on the type of opioid the patient has taken (short or long acting), the timing of the last dose, and the degree of opioid dependence. Giving Subutex to patients being transferred from methadone or other long-acting opioid products has the potential for precipitous and prolonged withdrawal. Therefore, it is given only when it is clear that at least moderate withdrawal symptoms are present, and not less than 24 hours after the patient has used a longacting opiate. Both Methadone and Subutex are the drugs used for treatment of opiate dependent pregnant women.
VIVITROL
Vivitrol, also known as naltrexone, is a once-per-month, non-addictive extended release intramuscular injection for the purpose of preventing opioid-dependent and alcoholdependent patients from relapsing. It can only be given by a doctor or nurse, and acts by blocking the euphoric
and pain-relieving effects of opioids that lead to abuse. Prior to receiving Vivitrol, a patient must be opioid free for at least 7 to 14 days, not have used methadone or buprenorphine in the past 14 days, not be in withdrawal, and not used any opioid medicine within the past 10 days. Vivitrol is contraindicated in the presence of liver or kidney disease and/or blood clotting disorders. It passes through the breast milk and can be harmful to nursing babies. Currently, it is unknown as to the effect on unborn fetuses. There has also been recent debate about renaming MAT to either: “Medication Supported Recovery” a trademarked term; or “Medication Assisted Recovery” an ASAM term. The terminology issue is multifactorial and underscores the complexities of treating the most complicated illness confronting our country and its people.
SUMMARY
The treatment modalities listed in this article are not cures. They can be used acutely for detox purposes, short-term, as in weeks or months, or for long-term maintenance treatment for years if indicated, depending on individual patient needs. Each modality is an option for treating substance use disorders within a more comprehensive treatment and/or rehabilitation program. The benefits of a well-developed treatment plan, mutually agreed upon with a motivated and engaged patient, has the potential to achieve sustainable results and excel one’s quality of life and career. The benefits of substance-use disorder treatment to families and society as a whole is significantly impacted in dollars, personal well-being and self-esteem, community safety, healthcare, the criminal justice system and beyond.
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Designer Turns Her Baking Hobby Into a Full-Blown Career AnnMarie Cooney did not grow up dreaming of becoming a baker. Visions of sugar plums and intricately decorated cakes were not dancing through her head as a young girl. By trade, Cooney was a kitchen designer, but retired early to raise her daughters. “With three girls, my job was to raise good women,” Cooney says. It was a special request from her daughter that would eventually turn her into a AnnMarie Cooney highly sought-after cake designer and baker. “It all started because my daughter wanted a cake,” Cooney says with a smile. Cooney’s middle girl, was born with health issues that resulted in special needs. So when she wanted a circus cake for her fifth birthday, Cooney made her the best circus cake around. That was 14 years ago, and her girls quickly caught on to their mom’s special talent. At every birthday, they requested a special cake. “It became, ‘what can we do next’ and ‘how can we top that,’ Cooney says. Then she began making cakes for friends. Cooney’s husband had to build an additional kitchen at her house just to accommodate all of the special cake requests. When Cooney’s youngest daughter entered kindergarten six years ago, Cooney decided she wanted to go back to work. “But, I needed to figure out what I was going to do,” Cooney says. Sadly, Cooney’s grandmother, with whom she was very close, passed away during this time. “I was sitting at home, just very sad, and my cousin called me to meet her at the park with her kids,” Cooney says. However, in the midst of grief, she didn’t feel up to it. “My cousin sad, ‘come on grandma would want us to.’ So I went, Cooney says. On the way to the park, she saw the real estate sign. She checked it out and immediately knew that it would be the perfect location for her bakery, A Sweet Memory Cake Shoppe & Tea Room. “My grandmother left each of her grandchildren a small inheritance and it was just enough for me to open my business,” Cooney explains. Cooney spent about five years at that location before moving to another larger space six months ago just two miles down the road in Waretown. A beautiful picture of her grandmother has watched over her since the day she opened. It’s difficult to simply call Cooney’s creations “cakes.” Some designs are so intricate that they look like art. Cooney and her team created a three-dimensional depiction of Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” that captured the essence of this masterpiece with sweet, swirly curves and lines of vividly hued icing. Then there’s the adorable panda birthday cake that could easily be mistaken for a cuddly toy. The list of unique, edible masterpieces goes on and on, That’s because they average a minimum of 30 specialty cake orders per week, mostly by working with different catering and special event venues in and around Long Beach Island. However, they also have a long list of loyal customers. “Some of our customers started with a gender reveal and now we’re doing their fifth birthday cake,” Cooney says. Customer Kathy Helm of Waretown got her grandson’s birthday cake from Cooney close to five years ago. “It was perfect, I brought a couple pictures of what I wanted and they just did their thing,” Helm says. And she has been coming here ever since. “I’m in sales, so I bring my clients treats from here all the time,” Helm says. She’s also brought her granddaughter to Sweet Memory’s princess tea parties. “Our clients really do become our friends,” adds Cooney. In addition to the special-order cakes, A Sweet Memory, has a selection of seasonal cakes, mini desserts, cookie sandwiches and other baked goods readily available daily. Other creative creations include their cake pies; 521 Route 9 • cakes topped with pie filling and decorated to look exactly like a pie. “Our baking is very seasonal,” Cooney explains.
Winter flavors includes a tasted snowball cupcake, which is a chocolate cake filled with marshmallow and chocolate fudge, frosted with coconut buttercream, rolled in toasted coconut, drizzled with chocolate and topped with marshmallows. Or their gingerbread scone with maple cream. Or the orange, cranberry Christmas scone with orange cream. “My grandmother used to always have her ‘lady friends’, as she called them, over for tea,” Cooney explains, adding that she wanted to honor her grandmother by adding a high tea to her bakery. “We squeezed one table in our previous location and began hosting afternoon teas.” They were all so well-received Cooney has expanded her operation to include a full-time tea room. Decorated with a lovely mix of china and flowers, the tea room serves tea, lunch and snacks from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. They also offer a high tea, but reservations are required. “Our clients have really created the charm of this place,” says Cooney, who adds almost of her china, platters and place setting have been donated by her customers. High tea ($27.95) is served on tiered platters and begins with an individual pot of tea, chosen from their selection of more than 50 teas. Followed by seasonally inspired salad and homemade soup, four varieties or tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones served with their specialty creams, and completed with a selection of their miniature desserts. “Everything from our meats to spreads, our dressings and chutneys, our soups are all made fresh in-house,” Cooney says. Cooney also places an emphasis on healthy fare. “We source organic whenever possible and offer a large selection or vegetarian friendly dishes,” she says. With the extra space the tea room has added to A Sweet Memory Cake Shoppe and Tea Room, Cooney is able to host special events. “We’ve done cake-decorating classes and other ladies events,” Cooney says. They’ve also hosted princess teas, American Girl teas, unicorn teas and more. They even carry a line of tea geared towards little ones. “We even have a dress up section that ladies and little ladies love,” Cooney says. A little help from above has turned Cooney’s one-time hobby into a business that brings customers joys bite by bite. The business that Cooney started out of her home has grown into a full-time operation with a staff of eight. “We work hard and we work a lot, but we really do love each other,” Cooney says. She says they have become a great team and she couldn’t do all of this without them. Cooney’s brotherin-law, Paul Cooney, recently joined the team as chef and baker. There’s also Sarah Rod, the head decorator, and Cindi Reider, head fondant who works in fine detail. “Sarah and Cindi are so talented, they really are the best around, they’re artists,” Cooney says. Together, what they create can easily be considered art, but at the end of the day-or party or wedding or afternoon tea- and after the last bite, their masterpiece has been turned into a sweet memory.
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Brenda Schoeneberg Receptionist, Federici Dental Brenda grew up in Forked River, where she attended Central Regional High School, and now currently resides in Warren Grove with her wonderful husband of 37 years. She has two grown sons, one of whom who was married this year, and the other who gave Brenda her first beautiful granddaughter, Alana, early last year. Brenda absolutely loves being a grandmother and spends most of her free time looking after Alana, riding with her husband on his motorcycle on sunny days, and spending time with her family. Brenda started her career in the dental field 38 years ago and has been working for Dr. Joseph and Dr. David Federici for the past 27 years. She has a caring, passionate heart for people, and takes great pride in the level of care her office provides. She enjoys working for the Federici Brothers and considers them, as well as the staff, family. For more information, or to schedule an appointment for your smile, call 609-597-1234 or visit www.FedericiDental.com.
Amy K. Druding
Owner, Permanent Cosmetics by Amy
Celebrating over 30 years in the skin care industry owning her own business in Ft. Lauderdale as Amy’s Skin and Body Care, well known for her skin care facials, body waxing, and body treatments & massage. During this time, she became a volunteer member of the “Look Good, Feel Better” program and to date has presently celebrated her 20th year as a volunteer facilitator for the program. Having a close friend touched by breast cancer led Amy to learn about the wonderful field of permanent cosmetics, from areola tattooing to eyebrows, lips, eyeliner, scar camouflage, and scalp micropigmentation. In 2003 she trained in the field of permanent cosmetics at Premier Pigments in Arlington, Texas, and continued to further her education with coursework at Boca Raton, Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Orlando, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia and numerous other continuing educational conferences, including The BEAU INSTITUTE in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, being one of the first studios to be legally licensed in the State of New Jersey to have a skin care facility an a licensed permanent cosmetic facility under one roof, fully licensed through the Health Department and Board of Cosmetology. Being an advocate for licensed facilities and continuing education in the field is imperative for excellent work, as further education is offered in her facility. For more information, call 609-383BROW. Photo by Donna Andrews Photography
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Debby Damush
Personal Trainer & Dental Assistant, Body in Balance Fitness Center
Debby Damush is a personal trainer and also a dental assistant. She was introduced to physical therapy when she tore her anterior cruciate ligament while playing soccer. She decided to major in health and fitness. She moved to California, where she worked as a physical therapy aide and personal trainer for over 15 years. Some of her clients were professional athletes and high school athletes. She also is certified in senior fitness. In 2010 she returned to New Jersey to be closer to her mom, who has Parkinson’s disease. At that time, a slow economy led her to add an additional career as a dental assistant. Presently she works at Body in Balance as a personal trainer and at Dr. David Sykes as a dental assistant, both of which she loves. She enjoys surfing, kayaking, and playing guitar and drums. She loves helping and educating clients with staying healthy and active. She truly believes keeping active physically and mentally is the key to lead a healthy life. For more information, call 609-365-8499 ext. 1.
Heidi Farber
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Owner, Hummingbird Yoga
Born in Brooklyn and raised on Long Island, Heidi considers herself a native of New York. She holds a BA in English and an MS in Special Education. Upon arriving in New Jersey over 30 years ago, she became part of the South Jersey community. She raised two lovely ladies to adulthood. From mother to public school educator and yoga instructor, Heidi enjoys sharing her love of knowledge. Teaching and learning has always been a part of her life. With years of study, Heidi’s passion for yoga philosophy is contagious. Students at Hummingbird Yoga attend classes to gain a better understanding of themselves and the world around them through the practice of yoga. Creating a yoga community was her ultimate goal, which she has achieved through her commitment and the solidarity of her yoga students. Practice is more than just postures. It is a lifestyle of well-being that integrates a strong and healthy body, clear mind and open heart. Our connection to ourselves, others and something larger is paramount to life itself. For more information, call 609-927-8010 or visit www.hummingbirdyoganj.com.
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Women Of Atlantic County Barbara Greenling, DNP
Barbara Jolly Owner, Jolly Pets Supplies & Grooming
Reliance Medical Group Barbara was born in Trenton, eventually settling in Atlantic County in 2005 while working on her medical degrees. Many years of diverse experience working in the medical field as she continued her education finally culminated in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in 2013. She joined Reliance Medical Group in 2014 and now has her own practice in Egg Harbor Township, an accomplishment of which she takes immense pride. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Atlanticare Regional Medical Center - City Div, and Shore Medical Center. Barbara takes special interest in her community, with a practice focused on family, veterans and the trans-gender population. She personally has volunteered in the Wounded Warrior project since 2009, and donates her time and resources to the American Cancer Society and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Dr. Greenling also takes great pride in the level of care her office provides. It is a safe-haven office with a friendly and easy-going staff. They take all insurances, including Tri-Care for veterans. When Barbara is not practicing medicine, she enjoys golfing, gardening, entertaining and spending time with her family. To schedule an appointment, call 609-625-9146.
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It was ten years ago that Barbara Jolly decided she wanted to open her own pet supply and grooming business. That decision she made while working at Bally’s casino for 32 years. Now, Barb resides in Margate, NJ with her husband, and her family of dogs, which are frequent visitors of Jolly Pets. She has been open now for four years and enjoys the mom-and-pop, homey feel of the store and wants to keep that as her business grows. Jolly Pets Supplies & Grooming carries a full line of natural foods and treats, all made in the U.S. Her store carries toys, beds, leashes, clothing, and anything else you could possibly want for your fourlegged friends. She sells booster seats and seatbelts for safely taking your dog in your car and in the summer, she sells plenty of life jackets for your pets that enjoy boating with you and your family. If there is something Barb does not have, she will immediately order it for you. Jolly Pets is also a full-service groomer, offering haircuts, baths, nail clippings, ear cleanings… anything that contributes to the overall health and beauty of your dog. For more information, call 609-350-7518, visit Jolly Pets on Facebook, or stop in today with your pet(s) to socialize!
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Dr. Peggy Avagliano Atlantic Medical Imaging Dr. Peggy Avagliano came to Atlantic Medical Imaging (AMI) after completing her fellowship training in Women’s Imaging at the University of California San Francisco. She has been the Head of Women’s Imaging since joining AMI in 2000. Dr. Peggy is President of the AMI Foundation, a charitable organization that is dedicated to enhancing the level of healthcare for community residents by collaborating with local community groups to support programs that address critical health needs. She also serves on the Board of Gilda’s Club South Jersey. Dr. Peggy has been married 30 years to her high school sweetheart, Peter, and has raised four children: Christina, 27; Katie, 25; Michael, 24; and Amanda, 22. Her family has trained 11 puppies as Seeing Eye dogs. The goal of the program is to enhance the independence and selfconfidence of blind people through the use of Seeing Eye dogs. For more information, please call 609-677-9729 or email information@ atlanticmedicalimaging.com.
Rose Marie Beauchemin-Verzella
Founder & Permanent Makeup Practitioner, Beau Institute
Rose Marie Beauchemin-Verzella is an internationally acclaimed permanent makeup practitioner and founder of the Beau Institute of Permanent Cosmetics in Mount Laurel, NJ. She has over 27 years of experience as a business owner and as an industry-leading practitioner and trainer. Beauchemin founded the Beau Institute in 1990, and her talents and business acumen have allowed it to grow into one of the top permanent makeup institutes in the world. As a practitioner, she specializes in areola tattooing, microblading, and scar camouflage, and she has extensive training in facial morphology, paramedical cosmetics, and color theory. Her success in the industry led her to be appointed President of the American Academy of Micropigmentation in 2016. In addition to her work as a practitioner, Beauchemin is a renowned permanent makeup instructor. Beauchemin is also an active philanthropist. She is a supporter of the TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), which provides valuable information and assistance to those struggling with trichotillomania. Beauchemin has performed countless procedures on clients who struggle with trichotillomania, as well as alopecia. For more information, call 856-727-1411 or visit www.beauinstitute.com.
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Theatre & Entertainment 2019/20 SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS ON SALE NOW! SINGLE TICKETS ON SALE JULY 15TH!
CYRANO
SEPT 21 – OCT 13/2019
Britney Simpson, Actress
By Jason O’Connell and Brenda Withers Adapted from the play by Edmond Rostand Directed by Meredith McDonough A co-production with Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival
Jason O’Connell (Noises Off) leads a five-person cast as the larger-than-life Cyrano, the brilliant thinker, wordsmith, and swordsman. He’s a thorny romantic with an outsized reputation and a barely contained love for his childhood sweetheart, Roxane (Britney Simpson). Filled with wit and heart, this exuberant adaptation of the classic play Cyrano de Bergerac is a delightful combination of comedy and romance.
AUGUST WILSON’S RADIO GOLF FEB 29 – MARCH 22/2020 Directed by Brandon J. Dirden Brandon J. Dirden, Director
LOVE IN HATE NATION WORLD PREMIERE MUSICAL NOV 9 – DEC 1/2019 Music, Lyrics and Book by Joe Iconis Directed by John Simpkins Joe Iconis, Playwright, Music and Lyrics
A turbulent rock romance by Joe Iconis, composer/lyracist of the worldwide sensation Be More Chill! Set in a 1960s Juvie Hall, Love in Hate Nation uses classic “bad girl” movies as the inspiration for the story of young people caught between eras of a changing America. Sixteen-year old Susannah Son is carted off to the National Reformatory for Girls to get her head put on straight. There she meets the aggressively incorrigible Sheila Nail, and a relationship forms which leads to an all-out “revolution in the institution” as they attempt to break out of the boxes society has created around them. Girl Group Wall of Sound harmonies are filtered through a punk rock spirit in this rebellious and romantic new musical.
WORLD PREMIERE APRIL 11 – MAY 10/2020 By Tony Meneses
Tony Meneses, Playwright
JAN 11 – FEB 2/2020 By William Shakespeare Directed by Sara Holdren
Twelfth Night is one of Shakespeare’s most celebrated plays and, perhaps, his most perfect comedy. Cross-dressing heroines, separated twins, and mistaken identities propel this gender-bending tale which celebrates a world in which every broken heart can be made whole. Director Sara Holdren is a theater artist, theater critic (for New York magazine and Vulture.com), and educator who has staged our last two productions of our popular A Little Shakespeare program, Macbeth and The Comedy of Errors.
JUNE 6 – 28/2020
Ruben SantiagoHudson, Playwright, Director and Actor
JAN 31 – FEB 9/2020
By William Shakespeare Adapted and Directed by Em Weinstein
Celebrating its 7th season as one of Two River’s most popular programs, A Little Shakespeare engages young artists and audiences with the work of the Bard! A 75-minute version of Twelfth Night—adapted, directed and designed by professional artists—will be performed and supported backstage by local high school students. Tickets: $20 for Adults & $15 Children 12 and Under
The Hombres looks at the intimacy of male relationships through the point of view of Machismo culture. Set in New Jersey (“somewhere off the NJ Transit line”), the play follows Julián, a gay Latino yoga teacher, as he clashes with the Latino construction workers outside his studio—particularly the older head of the crew, Héctor, who seeks from Julián something he never expected. Tony Meneses is the author of The Women of Padilla and Guadalupe in the Guest Room, both of which had their world premieres at Two River.
LACKAWANNA BLUES
A LITTLE SHAKESPEARE: TWELFTH NIGHT Em Weinstein, Director
Director Brandon J. Dirden returns to Two River to direct our sixth production from August Wilson’s American Century Cycle—Radio Golf, the Cycle’s 10th and final play, set in 1997. Real-estate developer Harmond Wilks is determined to become the first black mayor of Pittsburgh, and to revitalize the Hill District. Starbucks, Barnes & Noble and Whole Foods are ready to move in. But one particular house on the development site, at 1839 Wylie Avenue, must be torn down, a casualty of urban blight. And that house belonged to Wilson’s legendary Aunt Ester—forcing Harmond, and the Hill District itself, into a battle between the past and the future.
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Written, Performed and Directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson Music Performed by Chris Thomas King Original Music Composed by Bill Sims Jr. Additional Music Composed by Chris Thomas King A magical, musical, and deeply personal work written and performed by Tony Award winner Ruben SantiagoHudson, Lackawanna Blues is a reminiscence of his 1950s childhood growing up on the banks of Lake Erie. SantiagoHudson takes on more than 20 colorful characters—from would-be philosophers and petty hustlers to lost souls and abandoned lovers—in a brilliant celebration of the eccentric boardinghouse he grew up in. Santiago-Hudson returns to his roots in this tour de force performance with live blues music by composer Bill Sims Jr., performed by Grammy Award-winning blues guitarist, composer, and actor Chris Thomas King.
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Health & Wellness
Vitamin D – The Right Amount is Essential to Your Health
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ore and more research is unveiling the importance of Vitamin D in protecting you against a host of health problems. Unfortunately, Vitamin D deficiency is incredibly common and most are unaware of it. And just as Vitamin D can promote good health, a lack of it may lead to a number of health issues.
Dr. Nina’s What You Need To Know About Vitamin D
Vitamin D is necessary for absorbing calcium and building and maintaining healthy bones and teeth. It also plays a role in your immune and muscle systems, and research (and controversy) continues to uncover its other health roles.
It is a hormone, and 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 D-rich foods: Fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines), egg yolks, and cheese. There are limited foods that contain sufficient amounts of this fat-soluble vitamin, making it difficult to get enough from your diet alone. • Fortified foods: Meaning that Vitamin D is added to these items— they are not originally found in the food (e.g., milk, cereal, orange juice, 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.
Who’s at risk for a Vitamin D deficiency?
Because the majority of this vitamin comes from safe sun exposure, those who 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 blocks the sun’s rays) are at risk of being deficient. Other common risk factors 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.
symptoms are generally subtle, despite having a significant negative effect on your quality of life. They include frequent infections, poor wound healing, fatigue, muscle pains, and hair loss. Diseases and conditions linked to Vitamin D deficiencies: Vitamin D affects a number of health issues from your bone health to your immune system as well as modulating many activities in the body—including promoting antitumor activity. The number of health conditions linked with deficiency is extremely long and growing. Having adequate levels can help to protect you from conditions including excess weight, breast and colorectal cancers, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, dementia, and depression.
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. 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 your skin has, 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, sun exposure can increase risk for skin cancer. And sun protection procedures (e.g., sunscreen, 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.
If you feel that you are deficient in Vitamin D, talk to your healthcare provider to see if levels should be measured and if supplementation (and which kind) is right for you. Additionally, your healthcare provider can help monitor for excessive intake, which can result in kidney stones, confusion, nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, and muscle weakness.
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
Nina Radcliff, M.D., is a practicing physician; a Board Certified Anesthesiologist and member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists where she serves on committees for young physicians and communications. 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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“Unconditional Love”
Written by Matt Reeves
protein and calories in order to survive. He deserves Look around you. Everyone the best chance at life! is in a rush. You know people on One of the best places in theFacebook world to learn the meaning of Recently, the Funny Farm was having a difficult better than your own time “unconditional love” is the Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary in finding Tucker his special food because they next-door neighbor. The world is bought out most of the local supply. They asked if Mays Landing, NJ. fast-paced and it’s only getting anyone was coming to the farm and wanted to bring faster! something, to check their local stores for Tucker’s If you’ve ever had a pet, you have a pretty good idea how much they love you and get
excited when you come home and how sadYou need breakyou so you click on Facebook they are awhen leave. Those are the lucky food ones.and to bring a can. to see what your friends are up to and a Not all animals are so lucky to have someone love them. Early the next day, a large Amazon truck sped videoare pops of 4 orphaned playing The animals at the Funny Farm Rescue theup exceptions. Theykittens have thousands to the Funny Farm and was filled to the at give the Funny Farm. your dayanimals gets of people each year who come to visit and them the loveSuddenly, they need. Most roof with food for Tucker! It was on a come to the farm from very difficult situations. Many were abused, injured, or better! You share thedisabled, video with mission! People from all over unwanted. Some people simply didn’t make for their yourarrangements friends! You have a newpets after they were the world sent him 1, 2, 3, gone and the animals had nowhere to go.attitude How scary must be for these sweet animals and athat bigger smile. 10 cases of Tucker’s special that gave their owners so much love. You start to realize what food!!! The truck was One example is a nameless little black and white baby goat with a broken leg. At less matters most. ts packed with much more than a month old, he was injured and was in a lot of pain. His future was dark. Through a series of miracles, Laurie Zaleski, the Founder There allFarm over Rescue, found out about ofare thefarms Funny than food. It was packed world animalhim. this little goat’s situation and didn’t wastethe any timeand rescuing with love – love from We made a custom splint to stabilize his leg because he couldn’t rescues but the Funny Farm stand on it at all. He Tucker’s Team! needed food and water brought to his mouth while he lay in a new much warm bed made just for Rescue is different – much, y in Tucker is just one of 600 stories him. Farley the Farm Manager, a 1-year-old Australian under his wing different! They Shepard, don’t just took rescuehim animals of animals living incredible lives at the and gave him a lot of love and attention. get that once had no place to go or animals Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary. If you y ones. The little goat was black and white and looked so much like a cow that he earned the that were neglected or abused; they let most name “Cowboy.” Over the next few days, and visits to many veterinarians, Zaleski took ever doubt that there is goodness in the world, go to the roamhad freethe amongst visitors, notSeveral hide to him to the University of Pennsylvania,animals where they best equipment. Funny Farm just once, and your life will never be the behind bars or glass walls. thousands of dollars were spent trying tothem save his leg from possible nerve damage and same. You’ll realize what matters most. ls amputation. When you see a story of a Funny Farm ess See animals like Tucker. Feel his love in return. His ha He lived in the house so he could be carednamed for properly received much animal Tucker,and a megaesophagus out heart is pure. He knows he’s loved. It is like he is out of socialization with other animals and people. And because this interaction, he has no idea he’s a goat, puppy living at theoffarm, your heart just He this world. When you touch him and look into his eyes, for he thinks he’s a dog! melts. Tucker is this beautiful and sweet black you forget about your problems, or at least they seem ng Seven months later, not only has Cowboy’s healed,sitting he hasupright captured hearts of people all over German leg Shepherd in athe chair, the smaller. the globe!! He makes everyone laugh and gets into everything! He is now known as the “Donations slurping doggie milkshake. It’s adorable of people is real, despite what the Inspector.” When visitors come and donate food up for athe animals, they barely have time to getThe outgoodness of how he cars gets when in his they chairdiscover and eats,Cowboy but thenisyou realizeinside that this their already theirdog car!wouldn’t be alive if it world sometimes tries to make you think. When we take Photos by Matt Reeves and dea he’s a goat, wasn’t for a network of people who give of their time and help. None of them get paid. He has a wonderful, lovable, sweet personality and will stop at nothing to make youtime laugh to and help has others or animals, it makes us feel happiness Laurie Zaleski f people all over You’re witnessingsupply a dog of with a quality of lifeisthat most dogs could only dream what of. Not an unlimited kisses! Everyone his friend! Somehow he knows wasone done at forlevels him we andnever he imagined. “Donations to get out of hiswas life possible now. beyond 6 months. He’s now 14 months old and living life vetappreciates thought that What matters most are sometimes the things we don’t even take time to notice. At the ou laugh and has to the fullest! The unconditional love that comes from an animal is astounding, but the unconditional love that comes from an animal that e for him and he FunnyFarm Farm, nothing goes unnoticed. Animals get to be animals and get to roam free and onceis in distress iscalled nothing short Team” of miraculous! 400areofallthese animals at the Funny Rescue & Sanctuary are waiting was There something “Tucker’s and we asNearly a society on it. You see, tional love that comes from an animal that interact with visitors and volunteers, but most importantly, they get to interact with each meet and your family!! Coming to the Farm is easy but leaving your new furry friends is very difficult. unny Farm Rescue &to Sanctuary are waiting Tucker eatsyou 7 times a day, which is 21 bowls of food. He needs this special diet high in iends is very difficult. other! There’s just no other farm like it in the world! All life is precious. If there is something we can do as humans to preserve and protect it, in nearly all cases, ect it, in nearly all cases,
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the unconditional love you receive in return is something you will simply never forget.
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Catching The Wave Of Female Surfers
The warm sun and the tasty waves are what energizes the surfing community during the summer months at the Jersey Shore. Every year people flock to the beaches from Atlantic City to Cape May in the hopes of getting to enjoy the surf and the sand! When I was a teenager, my sister and I would spend summers Santacruzwaves.com. on the beaches in Margate with a group of friends who were avid surfers. We spent every day at the beach either body surfing or catching waves from our surfboards. Over the past few weeks I have had the luxury of returning to the beaches in Margate and have been reminded of fond memories from summers long ago, surfing and baking in the hot sand on Huntington Avenue. As the summer months begin their approach upon us, I thought it would be fitting to highlight a few women from the surfing industry. There have been so many women who have entered the Metroactive.com sport of surfing, it is just amazing. However, I have selected three women in particular who have been trailblazers and role models to girls and women in the sport of surfing. First, there is Margo Oberg. Born on September 8, 1953, she started her surfing career at the age of 10. By the age of 15 (1968) Margo had won the World Contest, the Western Surfing Association’s women’s title. Margo took some time out of the spotlight after getting married but later returned to the sport of surfing after being offered a large endorsement enticing her back into the competitive circuit. Margo was a force to be reckoned with and developed a reputation for being a “big wave” competition leader. By the late 1970s Margo began to phase out of the competitive aspect of surfing. Hawaiisportshalloffame.com Embracing Hawaiian life, Margo opened a surf school and it is reported that it is currently active to this day. Margo continues to mentor other female surfers and she has been known to have the reputation of being one of the top female contenders. As quoted by another female surfer, Rochelle Ballard, “She was the only woman equipped for the barrel.” Speaking of big waves, Sarah Gerhardt, born in 1974, began her surfing career in California and became known for riding big waves by her late teens. What is unique about Sarah is that she is not a hard-core competitive surfer. Sarah grew up surfing and has had a passion for the water and the waves since her childhood. Sarah became a “household” name in the surfing world at the age of 25 when she became the first female Pinterest.com to surf the “Mavericks” standing up! In case you are not familiar with the Mavericks, it is one of the most dangerous big wave surfing areas in California. The water is
cold, the seas are rough, and it takes a great deal of endurance and strength just to paddle out to the right spot to catch just the right wave. Often conditions are compromised on the water and a surfer can become exhausted very easily. Surfers have the distinct ability to making the process look easy, pulling themselves up on a surfboard and catching a wave at just the right time. For anyone who has ever attempted surfing, you know that Mollyschiot.com this is a difficult sport, where wipeouts are frequent and it is easy to get sucked under the water by a big wave. Sarah is an avid surfer with tremendous respect of the water. Although Sarah is not just your typical surfer; she is a chemistry professor and mother of two children. Sarah shares her passion for the water with her husband and they frequently surf together, riding the Mavericks. The sport of surfing is an adrenaline rush that creates a competitive nature, and Sarah has proven that one does not have to be extremely competitive to be driven. She is a positive role model for girls in both the STEM and surfing fields! Lastly, I felt I would be remiss if I failed to mention the infamous Bethany Hamilton. In case there are some who have not heard of her, she was the female surfer who suffered a 14-ft tiger shark attack which resulted in the loss of her left arm. Bethany Hamilton has shown the world her amazing courage and strength. She has been quoted as saying, “My passion for surfing was more than my fear of sharks.” Bethany Hamilton was born in 1990. She began surfing as soon as she could stand. At the tender age of 13 she lost her left arm after the brutal shark attack. After allowing herself two months to recover, Bethany returned to the water along with her surfboard. Bethany had won her first national surfing title just two short years after recovery from her shark attack. Both mentally and physically Bethany showed the world that she was strong and determined to return to the sport of surfing, as evidenced by her rankings in the surfing world. Bethany has been a role model and inspiration to anyone who learns about her experiences. Bethany is married and has children and still continues to surf competitively. Bethany has written a book about her experience, and her resilience has carried into her appearances as a motivational speaker. Bethany Hamilton is a surfer with respect and a strong passion for the sport. Relatemag.com A person needs to have some level of passion for surfing to get back into the water after a shark attack. Bethany is an inspiration to everyone and has shown all of us that despite life’s challenges, a person can succeed! Always remember, “When in doubt, paddle out!”
Rita King, LCSW is the Associate Director of Justice Involved Services at Jewish Family Service. In this role, Rita currently supervises a Re-Entry program for incarcerated individuals as well as a community based diversion program for consumers experiencing mental illness and involvement with the criminal justice system. 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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Fabulous Food
About Grandma Tillie’s Coleslaw Grandma Tillie was born in Warsaw, Poland on a potato farm. She was one of four siblings. After the family traveled to America, to Ellis Island, Tillie began her educational studies, and by the time she was ten years of age, she had mastered the English language. Her entire life she helped out her parents in terms of financial support as when she sought full time employment to help her bed-ridden mother. Tillie’s rule in life gave her an understanding of the value of family ties and to cherish life instead of focusing on problems. She enjoyed dances in her town of Elizabeth, New Jersey, and spending time at Coney Island and the Jersey shore. Tillie met my Sicilian Grandfather while working in a cigar factory in Newark, New Jersey, who she later married.
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Twelfth Annual Active Adult & Senior Expo
September 26, 2019 A Lifestyle, Health and Active Aging Expo for Adults 50+
Thursday, September 26 10:00am - 2:00pm
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The Milton & Betty Katz JCC and the Greater Atlantic City Chamber announce the return of the Active Adult & Senior Expo on Thursday, September 26, from 10am to 2pm at the Katz Jewish Community Center, 501 N. Jerome Avenue, Margate. The Milton & Betty Katz JCC and the Greater Atlantic City Chamber Active Adult & Senior Expo, in partnership with AtlantiCare, has become the largest active adult health and wellness exhibit in southern New Jersey. Its focus on lifestyle and active aging for baby boomers and seniors has reached more than 3,000 adults, seniors and caregivers each year in its eleven-year history. Thousands of area residents will attend this lifestyle, health and active aging expo for baby boomers and seniors for free health screenings by AtlantiCare. The event includes access to information on products and services from vendors, a panel of speakers on various topics pertaining to active adults in our community, and interactive demonstrations and classes offered by the fitness staff at the JCC. The morning speaker panel provides guests an opportunity to ask the panel of professionals questions on various health and wellness topics being covered. Free shuttles will be available from the Boscov’s parking lot in Egg Harbor Township, as well as 55 and older communities throughout Longport, Margate, Ventnor and Atlantic City, beginning at 10am and operating every 30 minutes. Caregivers and younger adults are encouraged to attend to gather valuable information and gain a better understanding of the valuable services offered in our community. Vendor space and sponsorships are available. For more information, contact Melissa Vola at 609-822-1167 ext.159 or mvola@jccatlantic.org.
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Atlantic City Ballet Season 37 starts September 2019. Purchase tickets at www.acballet.org
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Adopt Your New Best Friend Today The incredible bond between people and their pets and the many benefits that pets bring to our lives is a celebration of how positively animals can influence our lives. Pets not only provide their owners with companionship, but also with several health benefits. They may help lower blood pressure, heart rate and cholesterol levels and ease tension, anxiety and depression. When people come in contact with animals they tend to experience a general feeling of peace and wellbeing and are perceived as being more happy and healthy. Pet ownership increases the opportunity for exercise and socialization with other pet owners. The therapeutic value of animals for individuals in hospitals and nursing homes has also been documented. Children learn to be more nurturing and compassionate adults by being raised among animals. Taking guardianship of an animal that has been abandoned is a wonderful and fulfilling experience rewarded by unconditional love and companionship. Animal shelters and rescue groups appreciate the public’s support, as do the many pets that are fortunate to find forever homes. Kathy Kelsey Manager
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Alfredo is a 6 year old male who is always alert and watchful and would love to have a purpose.
Hansel is a 4 year old male who is learning to accept love after the experience of a traumatic past.
Peaches is a sweet 1 year old female waiting to bring unconditional love and joy to your life.
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Molly is a curious 6 week old female who has an inquisitive nature and is naturally an explorer.
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Athena is a boisterous 2 year old female with infectious energy much like a toddler.
Carly is an adorable 8 week old female with an extremely kissable face.
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Jeffrey is a 2 year old male looking forward to sleeping at his owner’s feet and cuddling under the covers.
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SPONSOR A PET TODAY! Lemon is a 1 year old female that always gives the most enthusiastic greetings.
Interested in Sponsoring a Pet? Help a furry friend find a forever home! Anyone can sponsor a pet! It’s only $25 for a two-month pet sponsorship. Makes a great gift! CONTACT: Lauren Shover, staff@thecountywoman.com The Atlantic County Animal Shelter 240 Old Turnpike Rd., Pleasantville, NJ 08232 • 609-485-2345
FREE RABIES VACCINATION & Pet Adoption Incentives each month! Contact shelter for more information. Open 7 days a week
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Crossroad for Angels: Helping Survivors Overcome Their Past Eve Cortes, founder of Crossroad for Angels, strives to educate, help and inform survivors of sexual abuse and incest. Her Story When I walked into my new apartment for the first time and saw the surreal view from the window, it took my breath away. I walked out to the deck and looked out towards the ocean and watched the waves flow back and forth. I was drawn to the ocean, the sound of the waves and the seagulls as they glided by. It brought me back. Back to a place I had spent years trying to forget. As a child I had always lived by the ocean; the sounds and smells of the shore always brought me back to the abuse. I knew my brother loved me, but was this love? It started off with small things like an innocent game of playing house. I was the mom and he was the dad. “This is what mommies and daddies do,” he’d say, demonstrating with my Barbies how they should kiss and touch. Eventually the toys went away and our game of house turned into him on top of me, touching me in the living room, not uttering a word. The silence was deafening. I knew this was wrong, but he was loving me. This was love. Someone loved me. One morning I went downstairs and saw my brother in the living room, where that awful green velvet couch
was, that couch. I told him I wanted a new teddy bear. He told me that he probably couldn’t get me one on that particular day. That’s when I made my threat. If he didn’t get me the bear, I would reveal our secret to the world. He promised me he’d try. The next night, after I had fallen asleep, I woke up to screams. It was my mother crying and screaming for her son. The neighbor was over and had seen me come down the steps. She took me to her place and sat me down to tell me that my brother had killed himself. For years I blamed myself, but I have finally come to terms with the fact that this was all out of my control. One day I was watching my daughter, who, at the time, was four years old, and it hit me. I was her age when it started, and seeing how innocent and vulnerable she was helped me realize I was not at fault. I couldn’t have been, because I was once her. A million mistakes later and years of therapy have helped me heal. I still have eons of healing to do, but I am a great work in progress. I love my new apartment now. I embrace the past and have learned I cannot change it. Whenever I look out into the ocean and can see where the sky and water meet, I know there is something greater out there guiding me. What I experienced with my brother was not love, it was abuse. I know that now and the ocean no longer reminds me of the pain. It brings me hope. I have finally realized that the only way to forget was to remember...
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We’ve got the Turf so we are adding in some Surf – with fresh seafood all weekend long at our Annual Surf & Turf Seafood Festival! Bring your friends and family and enjoy a summer day at beautiful Monmouth Park! This two-day festival will let you enjoy the best of the Jersey Shore. Stop by the famous Monmouth Park sandcastle, then grab a crab cake and a refreshing beer and watch as your favorite horse breaks from the starting gate! Enjoy live music on Saturday and Sunday. Plus, on Sunday enjoy FREE Family Fun Day featuring pony rides, face painting, a bounce house, and more! There is something for everyone at Monmouth Park – Your best bet for summertime family fun.
General parking $5 Grandstand admission $5
Gates open 8:00am, First Race 12:50pm No pets allowed Coolers and BYO are permitted in the picnic area only
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The Hol Truth Holistic Health Coach Jon Levine is on a mission to help his clients claim the health and happiness that is their God-given right. After a job in pharmaceutical sales and seeing his father die from Parkinson’s and brain cancer, it was time for him to create change when it comes to true health. With all the conflicting health info in our busy world, this passionate health nut will help guide you through the storm and into clear waters.
CW: What got you into health coaching?
I have always been interested in health, whether it was playing sports or figuring out the right nutrition for my body. I sold high blood pressure medication to over 131 doctors in Florida after college, and although it was a nice job financially, it didn’t feel good seeing what I saw. What we have in this country is a disease management model that isn’t working very well. Ironically, my father was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and brain cancer at the same time. It’s very important to me to do something that I am very passionate about and enjoy, and make a difference in people’s lives.
CW: Tell me about your family.
I am a very lucky guy with a beautiful wife and three beautiful kids ages 10, 8 and 5. My wife, Anya, and I have been married for 13 years. We also have a guinea pig named Cherry and a white rabbit named Nibbles.
CW: What do you specialize in?
Nutrition drives a lot of what makes us healthy, but it’s really so much more than that. I believe strongly in looking at the whole person and that’s why my business name is the Hol Truth Health Coach. I deal with mind, body and soul.
CW: What is health to you?
Everyone is a unique individual with different needs and goals. I have to understand my client’s specific needs and address those needs appropriately. Some people need less stress while others need more sleep. Whatever it is, I am the guide on the side to help them reach their health goals.
CW: What is the best approach to health coaching?
You obviously have to have knowledge in a wide range of health topics. Mine being nutrition, but it’s asking high-mileage questions and active listening that comes before everything else. I don’t tell people what to do because that doesn’t work. Instead, I listen to what they are telling me they need.
CW: Tell me about your The Hol Truth Podcast with Jon Levine.
I have several friends who urged me to start a health podcast. I use a local studio called A Shared Universe in Eatontown and interview doctors, health experts and people who have reversed diseases through what I call lifestyle medicine. I carefully screen guests because I will only bring on people I believe in. I love it and it’s a lot of fun. The goal is to educate, empower and entertain.
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CW: How do you help clients?
A good health coach is someone who truly cares and listens to their patients. When a patient feels safe and comfortable, they will open up and the healing process will begin. There is a root cause for every health ailment, and it’s my job to show compassion and help my clients uncover what their health problem stems from. We work as a team and make it happen.
CW: Describe your coaching style.
Positive, Positive, Positive. Energy is contagious. If I’m in a bad mood, then my client will take on that negative energy. If I’m upbeat and passionate, they will know they are in good hands.
CW: Do you sell any products or supplements?
Yes, but I will not push them on people unless they are interested. Quality supplements have a place in our lives because of the mineral depletion in our soil. I have partnered with Shaklee because they are pure, safe, proven products that have been around for over 60 years. They have an in-house team of PhD’s and scientists who perform over 100,000 quality tests each year and have over 135 scientific papers published to date. I use the products myself and they make a big difference in how I feel, so I’m comfortable recommending them to others.
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