2014 Health and Wellness by The Daily Courier

HEALTH MIND & BODY

A special supplement to

Sunday, May 18, 2014

INSIDE: SMITHS DRUGS At Smith’s Drugs of downtown Forest City, your health and well-being are important to us. PAGE 2 RUTHERFORD REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM Joint replacement could be the solution for chronic knee pain. PAGE 2 FOOTHILLS CREDIT COUNSELING FCC is a non-profit community supported program dedicated to providing financial counseling and debt management services for families and individuals. PAGE 3 HOSPICE OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY When a family is coping with a serious illness and a cure is no longer possible, Hospice of Rutherford County provides the type of care most people say they want at the end of life: comfort and dignity. PAGE 3 ST. LUKES - HAND THERAPY St. Luke’s Hospital is pleased to announce Karol Young MS, OTR/L, CHT, Occupational Therapist and Certified Hand Therapist, has joined the professional staff at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Center. PAGE 4 THERASSAGE We do things differently at THERA-SSAGE. Dr. Ezra Edgerton, our Chiropractor, practices traditional spinal manipulation. PAGE 4 FAIR HAVEN From a 32-bed rest home nearly 50 years ago to moving toward the Green House Project, the three generations of McKeithans have always had visions for the care of senior citizens in Rutherford County. PAGE 5 RUTHERFORD REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM Comprehensive care for your breast health is available PAGE 5 DR. CAVILLO Our goal in Dr. Calvillo’s office is to improve your health to optimal levels naturally. PAGE 6 ST. LUKES - SENIOR LIFE SOLUTIONS St. Luke’s Hospital has a new program, Senior Life Solutions, an intensive outpatient counseling program which addresses the emotional and behavioral health of adults over the age of 55. PAGE 7 UNITED WAY OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY Have you every needed help and didn’t know who or where to call? Since March, 2013, 2-1-1 services have been available in Rutherford County, thanks to United Way, who took the lead in making the service available. PAGE 8 WHITE OAK OF RUTHERFORDTON White Oak of Rutherfordton is an 80-bed skilled nursing facility that provides quality short-term rehabilitation and longterm care. PAGE 8

Rutherford Regional Health System provides numerous services R U T H E R F O R DTO N

utherford Regional Health System, a top 100 hospital, provides a wealth of services to citizens of Rutherford County. Here is a sample of the services Rutherford Regional provides:

Left untreated, urinary tract infection can cause permanent damage

Dr. Grover Little

Painful urination, urinar y frequency with little output and urine that is cloudy or smells bad may mean you are suffering from a urinar y tract infection, an infection that many adults will experience at some point in their lives. Urinar y tract infections occur when germs get into your

system through your urethra, the tube that carries urine from your bladder to the outside of your body. Urinar y tract infections, or UTIs, are more common in women because they have shorter urethras, making it easier for germs to move into their bladders. The germs that typically cause a

UTI live in your large intestine and are found in your stool. Most urinar y tract infections are bladder infections, which is usually not serious if treated right away. Left untreated, it can spread to your kidneys; a kidney infection is serious and can cause permanent damage. More serious signs of infection are fever and chills and nausea and vomiting. UTIs are diagnosed from a urine sample to check for germs, and are treated with antibiotics. These infections can be

prevented by drinking lots of water and other fluids each day and urinating when you feel like you have to, and by completely emptying your bladder each time. UTIs are more likely if you do not drink enough fluids, you have diabetes or you are pregnant. The chance that you will get a bladder infection is higher if you have any problem that blocks the flow of urine from your bladder, such as having kidney stones or an enlarged prostate gland. Locally, Dr. Glover Little is an expert on urinary health. He is accepting patients and can be contacted by calling Rutherford Urology at 828-287-7332 or learn more at MyRutherfordRegional. com/Urology.

Painless lump could be a sign of a hernia A lump in the abdomen could be a hernia. Hernias can cause soft, small and painless lumps or lumps that are a little painful and swollen. As much as 10 percent of the population develops some type of hernia during life. Locally, the board certified surgeons at Rutherford Surgical Associates in Rutherfordton are experts in treating hernias that require surgery. A hernia occurs when the contents of a body cavity bulge out of where they are normally located. Usually these contents are portions of intestine or abdominal fatty tissue, and enclosed in the thin membrane that naturally lines the inside of the cavity. Abdominal hernias can be

present at birth, but others develop later in life. Any condition that increases pressure in the abdominal cavity may create or worsen a hernia, including obesity, heavy lifting, coughing, straining,

chronic lung disease and fluid in the abdominal cavity. Those with a family history of hernias may also be more at risk of developing a hernia. The signs and symptoms of hernias can include a painless lump to severely tender, painful swollen protrusion of tissue that you are unable to push back into the abdomen. Hernias by themselves may see services/page 2

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not produce symptoms or cause slight to severe pain. Nearly all have the potential risk of having their blood supply cut off; if this happens at the hernia opening in the abdominal wall, it becomes a medical and surgical emergency as the tissue needs oxygen, which is transported by the blood supply. Signs of a strangulated hernia include pain followed quickly by tenderness and nausea and vomiting. Some hernias might never worsen, but you should visit your doctor to have any hernia checked. Referral to a surgeon from your family practice provider should generally be made so that the need for surgery can be established. Hernia surgeries can be performed as an elective surgery. Hernia repair is one of the most common types of surgery in the U.S., and many hernias of the groin are often repaired using laparascopy. This is a technique where instruments are inserted into the abdomen through several small incisions or cuts. Recovery is often quick without complications. Hernias can be prevented through diet and exercise, learning how to lift heavy objects properly, and stopping smoking. Hernia surgery is just one of the offerings available at Rutherford Surgical Associates, located at 330 Hwy 108 in Rutherfordton. Recently the practice welcomed its newest surgeon, Dr. Diego Pabon, a board certified surgeon who is fluent in English and Spanish and is currently accepting patients. For more information on Rutherford Surgical Associates, call 828-286-1743 or visit MyRutherfordRegional. com/GeneralSurgery.

Joint replacement could be the solution for chronic knee pain

people worldwide each year. More than 90 percent of those who have total knee replacement experience an improvement in knee pain and function. The team of orthopaedic In addition to specializing surgeons at Rutherford in partial and total Orthopaedics is available to replacement, you are placed knee replacements, the take care of your knee pain, under general anesthesia. physicians at Rutherford from conser vative treatment The damaged part of the Orthopaedics evaluate and to total knee replacement. joint is removed from the treat many other conditions Drs. Michael Roberts, surface of the bones and the involving sports medicine, Charles Bond and Douglas surface is shaped to hold hand surger y, pediatric Freels, board certified a metal or plastic artificial orthopaedics, arthroscopic orthopaedic surgeons, joint. The artificial joint surgeries, hip replacements, have more than 50 years is attached to the thigh work-related injuries and experience between them bone, shin and knee cap fracture care. as well as several thousand with cement or another Additionally, the practice procedures. material. When fit together, features Dr. Jason Glover, Rutherford Orthopaedics the attached artificial points a fellowship-trained foot believes that conser vative form the joint, relying on and ankle specialist. He therapy is the most the surrounding muscles specializes in diabetic appropriate treatment. and ligaments for support care for the feet as well However, at times surger y and function. as reconstructive foot and is the best option. Knee Following joint ankle surger y, treatment for pain that persists or recurs replacement surger y, ankle problems, heel pain over time even after patients begin physical and tendon ruptures. conser vative treatment therapy through Joint Rutherford Orthopaedics or pain that prevents Solution, a comprehensive also provides 24-hour, you from sleeping might planned course of treatment seven day a week on-call mean you need a knee to help you return to orthopaedic care for replacement. Generally your normal activities patients who present with surger y is delayed for as more quickly. The Joint an emergency at Rutherford long as possible, and prior Regional’s Emergency to surger y your orthopaedic Solution team includes your physician, nurses, Department. The practice surgeon will take X-rays, orthopedic surgical also offers care for student examine your knees and technicians and physical athletes and the Forest City conduct physical tests. and occupational therapists Owls baseball team. Patients and their who specialize in joint Rutherford families receive detailed Orthopaedics, located at information on why surger y care. Ever y detail, from pre-operative teaching to is needed and what to 139 Doctor Henr y Norris post-operative exercising, expect during and after Drive in Rutherfordton, is considered and reviewed is open Monday through surger y. Surgeries are with you. Following performed at Rutherford Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. discharge, patients are Regional Medical Center. and Friday, 8 a.m. to 1 provided information on Prior to your surger y you p.m. For an appointment, how they can continue their call 828-287-9260. More will meet with an anesthephysical therapy. siologist to discuss your information can be found Knee replacement is options for care and pain online at MyRutherfordReone of the most routine management during and gional.com/Orthopaedics. surgeries, and is performed after your surger y. on more than 600,000 During a total knee See services/page 5

White Oak

of Rutherfordton Providing Quality Short Term Rehabilitation and Long Term Care Private Rooms Available Skilled Nursing, Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy

(828) 286-9001

188 Oscar Justice Rd. • Rutherfordton, NC

Smith’s Drugs your local source for health and wellness supplies Here at Smith's Drugs of downtown Forest City, your health and well-being are important to us. If you are looking for a comprehensive pharmacy to take care of all your health care needs, we are the place for you. Our trusted and easy accessible Pharmacists and staff are always here to greet you with a smile and offer solutions to your needs. Whether you need to lose weight, lower cholesterol and blood pressure or control your diabetes, our Take Charge program can be the answer. Participants in this program are led by the Pharmacist through a personalized plan to achieve their goals. Maybe you are looking to synchronize all of your medication to be picked up the same day each month. We can help. We have a program called Simplify My Meds that allows the patient to choose the day of the month that works best for them to pick up medications. You can surely count on our Home Medical Department with hospital beds, lift chairs and mobility products like wheelchairs and walkers. Whatever the need, we are here. We are glad to fit you for diabetic shoes and have a large selection in our showroom. Additionally we employee a full-time mastectomy fitter to help with any prosthetic bra fittings. Our full-time respiratory therapist is here to work with you on any respiratory products including prescription oxygen, C-PAPs and Bi-PAPs and all associated products. Just give us a call. Pick up any special gifts from our wide variety of products in our gift shop. From babies to adults, we have something for everyone. And on your way out, be sure to visit our nostalgic Fountain and discover why both “Southern Living” and "Our State" magazines love our food!

Dr. S. Paul Calvillo, D.C. Chiropractic Physician

Back & Neck Pain Athletic Injuries Sprains/Strains Shoulder/Arm/Hand Pain Hip & Leg Pain Auto Accidents

Always Accepting New Patients

Hours: Monday – Friday; Ofﬁce Hours by Appointment 1322 West Main Street, Forest City NC

828-245-4002

• Debt Repayment Program

• Bankruptcy Counseling

• Consumer Credit Education

• Budget Counseling

• Housing Counseling

• Foreclosure Prevention Counseling

709 W. Main St. Suite A Forest City, NC 28043 (828) 286-7062 • (800) 567-7062 www.fhccinc.org

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Foothills Credit What is FCC?

FCC Services

Financial and Budget Counseling … may be needed to develop a long range spending plan to meet living expense and pay towards total control of your finances. We focus on meeting your needs while helping you to understand creditor During a financial crisis, we act as a requirements. Through an in-depth budget analysis, we will help you take action mediator between clients and creditors. steps to address your concerns. However, we are NOT a lending institution. FCC is funded by contributions from Credit Report Review…may be done individuals, creditors and grants. with a credit report you bring in or one pulled from our office (fees apply). Let us help you determine what is on your report. Who needs FCC? FCC is a non-profit community supported program dedicated to providing financial counseling and debt management services for families and individuals. FCC helps people help themselves.

Financial problems can happen to anyDebt Management Pr ogram one. FCC clients come from all walks of (DMP)… life, and from a variety of backgrounds, is plan worked out with the cooperation but they have these things in common: of several credit card companies to help you repay your debts. This is a voluntary • Difficulty paying their mortgage. program in which we ask your unsecured • Difficulty paying their bills. debtors for reductions in interest rates • Difficulty in budgeting their money. and payments while you make payments • A sincere interest in solving their to them through FCC. For many families, financial concerns. the Debt Management Program may provide an effective alternative to default or bankruptcy. The cost for this Service is $3 per creditor per month, which is included Cost for Services in your DMP payment. Most ser vices are FREE with the exception of Debt, Management, Reverse Education… Mortgage Counseling and Bankruptcy compliments our one on one counCounseling. If FCC pulls a credit report seling services. We offer group educafor you, a fee will be charged to you. All tional presentations on a variety of topics to schools, colleges, community groups, types of donations are welcome.

businesses, and the general public. Housing Counseling… is provided free of charge and face to face for renters, families seeking to own a home, homeowners with mortgage delinquencies, and homeowners that want to avoid foreclosure. If you are facing foreclosure, our housing counselors will contact your mortgage company to help determine the best solution in keeping you in your home. If you are looking to purchase a home, we offer the First Time Home Buyer courses free of charge.

More FCC Services

interest loans of up to $36,000 for a maximum of 36 months. Homeowners in the state’s 100 counties may qualify to apply. For more information, please visit the program’s website at www.NCForeclosurePrevention.gov . With the NC Foreclosure Prevention Fund program, our little office has helped to facilitate over $3.4 million in funding to over 200 families in the five-county area since February of 2011. Rutherford County residents alone have gotten over $2.3 million of it. Remember that this is the “no interest” loan program designed to keep people from losing their homes by paying home owners insurance, mortgages payments and property taxes while they are in school, looking for a job, or recovering from an illness. The loan does NOT have to be paid back as long as residents stay in their homes for ten years after assistance ends.

Reverse Mortgage Counseling FCC is a HUD certified Comprehensive Housing Counseling agency and a nationally certified Reverse Mortgage Counseling agency. Reverse Mortgage Counseling certificates are required for Bankruptcy Counseling….. NC seniors age 62 or older that are lookhelps people with financial problems ing to convert the equity in their homes to cash. NC requires that this counseling be who are considering filing for bankruptdone face to face. The cost for this service cy. We will provide you with information about types of bankruptcy including its is currently $125. process and possible consequences. A NC Foreclosure Prevention Fund… certificate is issued after you complete offers help to North Carolina home- bankruptcy counseling sessions. The cost owners who are struggling to make their for this service is $25. These services are mortgage payments due to job loss or never denied because of inability to pay. other temporary financial hardship, such For more information or to schedule an as the death of a loved one, divorce, or serious illness. The North Carolina Fore- appointment call 286-7062 or 1-800-567closure Prevention Fund provides zero- 7062.

Don’t wait too long to talk about hospice care It’s an all too common situation. A family is at the bedside of a loved one who is seriously ill and nearing the end of life. Each member of the family has a different idea of what should be done and what the patient would have wanted. Far too many people wait until they are in the midst of a health care crisis before thinking about what options are available or what care they or their loved ones would have wanted. Hospice of Rutherford County professionals deal with these challenging situations every day – that’s what they are trained

to do. When a family is coping with a serious illness and a cure is no longer possible, Hospice of Rutherford County provides the type of care most people say they want at the end of life: comfort and dignity. “Hospice is a type of care that focuses on living … living as fully as possible, up until the end of life,” said Rita Burch, chief executive officer for Hospice of Rutherford County. “Hospice brings comfort, love and respect to the patients and families we care for.” Considered to be the

model for high-quality, compassionate care for people with a life-limiting illness, hospice care includes expert medical care, pain management, and emotional and spiritual support. Care is provided by an interdisciplinar y team of professionals and trained volunteers. The wishes of the patient and family are always at the center of care. “The goal of hospice care is to treat the person instead of the disease, and focus on the family caregivers not just the individual,” Burch continued. “The quality of life is empha-

sized, not its duration.” Hospice care can be provided in a patient’s home, nursing home, assisted living facility, hospital or the SECU Hospice House. Care is paid for by Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance plans. Hospice providers can help with information about care options and choices and ensure you live as fully as possible throughout your entire life. They will make sure your loved ones receive support as well. Hospice of Rutherford County also provides pal-

liative care. “Palliate” means to make comfortable by treating a person’s symptoms resulting from a serious illness. The goals of palliative care are to improve the quality of a seriously ill person’s life and to support that person and their family during and after treatment. Palliative care may be given at any time during a person’s illness, from diagnosis on. Under hospice care, a patient focuses on comfort care and quality of life. Under palliative care, a patient may continue with other treatments being provided by his or her doc-

tor. Hospice of Rutherford County also of fers support groups and individual counseling for those who have suffered a loss as well as advance care planning. “One of the best ways to make sure you and your loved ones benefit fully from hospice, should you ever need this care, is to talk about it before it becomes an issue,” Burch added. For more information, contact Hospice of Rutherford County at 828-245-0095 or visit hospiceofrutherford.org.

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Chiropractic and Massage: Hand in Hand at THERA-SSAGE

Working with a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is beneficial to patients, physicians People value the use of their hands; therefore, any loss of function through injury or disease can devastate lives. Treatment of most hand conditions requires specialized treatment, as the hand is such a compact and intricate structure. According to Dr. Roy Meals, a hand surgeon at UCLA, many physicians direct patients to Certified Hand Therapists to ensure good results after surgery in the hand and upper extremity. Dr. Meals says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I enlist the specialized skills of a Certified Hand Therapist to oversee my patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; care. CHTs are entirely familiar with the diseases and injuries that I treat. CHTs efficiently and effectively manage my patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hand rehabilitation.â&#x20AC;? The Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential offers assurance to the public that the therapist treating them has achieved the highest recognition of competency in the profession of upper limb rehabilitation and has met all requirements set forth by the Hand Therapy Certification Commission. These requirements include at least five years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist or physical therapist, a minimum of 4,000 hours in direct practice in hand therapy, and successful completion of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper limb rehabilitation. There are approximately 5,400 individuals worldwide hold this marked designation. St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital is pleased to announce Karol Young MS, OTR/L, CHT, Occupational Therapist

Certified Hand Therapist Karol Young (right) provides highly specialized therapy necessary for the intricate workings of the hands as well as arms and shoulders. Young brings more than 24 years of experience to the Rehab team at St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rehabilitation Services in Columbus. St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opened a new enlarged therapeutic gym for physical, occupational, hand and speech therapy in an impressive new location. The Rehab Center boasts an underwater treadmill for one-on-one aquatic therapy, a solo step suspended harness to prevent falling while ambulating, and various therapies to simulate activities for daily living, including transferring in and out of a tub, shower and car. For more information or to make a referral, please callÂ 828-894-8419. and Certified Hand Therapist, has joined the professional staff at St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rehabilitation Center. Karol brings more than 24 years of knowledge and experience to the St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rehabilitation program. Having received her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Rush University College of Health Sciences in Chicago, she was quickly drawn to the art and science that comprises the specialty of hand therapy. Karol became a certified hand therapist (CHT) in 1997 and continues to pursue her passion for lifelong learning through enrollment in the Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. She possesses advanced

occupational therapy skills and has been practicing the specialty of hand therapy in the upstate of South Carolina for more than 15 years. Karol is an active member in the American Society of Hand Therapists, currently holding the position as chairman of the Practice Standards Committee. She is also a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association, the North Carolina Occupational Therapy Association, and an Affiliate member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. An outdoor enthusiast, Karol lives in Saluda with her husband and daughter. St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rehabilitation Center provides comprehensive physical, occupational and speech

therapy for both inpatients and outpatients. In a new facility that opened December 2013, the Rehab Center features one-on-one therapy with a licensed professional. The new 5,500 square foot center features a large therapeutic gym overlooking the Carolina Foothills, five private treatment rooms, a lab that provides activities of daily living, individualized aquatic therapy and a ceiling-mounted harness that prevents a patient from falling during gait therapy and balance training.

We do things differ ently at THERASSAGE. Dr. Ezra Edger ton, our Chiropractor, practices traditional spinal manipulation. We do not believe in unnecessarily subjecting people to radiation, unless there is a ver y pressing reason to do so. We do not tr y to sign you up for a dozen visits. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any financial officers on our staf f. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pass you around from person to person. I guess you could say weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re old-fashioned. We like being that way. Many times, shor tened muscles are the cause of a misalignment. The massage therapists here work in harmony with Dr. Edgerton. He frees the â&#x20AC;&#x153;stuckâ&#x20AC;? joints, and we work the soft tissue, with optimal results. The good doctor prevents what he

treats. Dr. Edgerton is passionate about good nutrition, and believes it is the key to the successful management, and sometimes total elimination, of many conditions. Many insurance policies will cover your care. Laura Allen, the owner of THERASSAGE, is the author of four textbooks and one of the most respected authorities on massage in the US. She teaches massage therapy internationally, is devoted to the evidence-based practice of massage, and has assembled a professional staf f of massage therapists who treat you with courtesy and who want to give you the best care possible. We specialize in getting people out of pain and relieving stress. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you.

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For additional information regarding the rehabilitation program at St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital or to schedule an appointment with one of our therapists, please call 8948719.

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Fair Haven offers quality care at a variety of levels

ELLENBORO — From a 32-bed rest home nearly 50 years ago to moving toward the Green House Project, the three generations of McKeithans have always had visions for the care of senior citizens in Rutherford County. Mack McKeithan, owner and second generation family member of Fair Haven, quotes the writer of Proverbs: “without a vision the people perish” and said he and his staff have always had visions to keep moving. The rest home opened in April 1964 with his mother Iris McKeithan and his aunt, Bill Higgins, at the helm. Named after a town the Apostle Paul visited on one of his missionary journeys in Biblical days, Fair Haven sits on a hill off U.S. 74B between Forest City and Ellenboro. Third generation family members, Dan and Charlie McKeithan, sons of Mack and his wife Pam Flack McKeithan, are on the administrative staff. Dan, who has been there 16 years, is admissions/social services director and Charlie is the business office manager. He’s been on board 11 years. Mack has been a fixture at the facility more than 42 years. As a student in Rutherford County Schools, he learned the ropes of the business going there after school to work. In 1971 after graduating from Appalachian State University with a health and management administrative degree, Mack married high school sweetheart, Pam Flack. He was working on a temporary basis at Fair Haven and was planning to get his master’s degree when his mother suffered a heart attack in 1972 and she wasn’t able to physically or mentally operate the rest home so returned to Fair Haven and has been there since. Concerned however, that he had very little knowledge of the medical side of the rest home, Mack called Isothermal Community College inquiring about a Licensed Practical Nursing Class. The class was scheduled the next day so he signed up and nearly a year later got his LPN license. “We always felt the need to have nurses to cover our bases,” Mack said. “Even before the rest home grew and a skilled nursing facility was open,registered nurses and LPNs were on staff. “We wanted that level of care,” he said. Fair Haven was the first rest home in Rutherford County to hire an activity director, “a key element” in the lives of the residents and also the first rest home to adopt the Eden concept. The Eden concept gives meaningful care to residents through plants, animals or visits by children. Fair Haven’s two resident dogs are standard black poodles named Rodeo and Bear, and have proven to ease loneliness or anxiety for some patients. They provide therapy that other measures of care do not. In 1979, Mack was serving on the State Baptist Convention’s Long Term Care committee and believed there was a better way to serve the senior citizens in the state. So Mack and Fair Haven moved forward with its next vision — Eastwood Village opened in 1979. Today there are 37 homes in the retirement community adjacent to the rest home. “It is independent living with supportive services,” Mack said. From there the family moved toward opening the skilled nursing care, a goal that took five years to accomplish but in 1992, Fair Haven added 30 skilled nursing beds. But today Mack believes the concept of “skilled family care is broken” and he and his staff are mov-

ing toward its next vision, the Green House Project. There is not a Green House Project in North Carolina although they are in more than 35 other states. “It will be an uphill battle because there will be regulatory changes,” Mack said. He and his staff will be in Raleigh the first of April hoping to convince the powers-that-be to allow Fair Haven to move forward with the project. A Green House is designed for only 10 to 12 residents and each occupant has a private room and bath. Green Houses include a shared kitchen that everyone uses and care is provided by certified nursing assistants (CNAs). If Mack receives approval, he will build two six-bed homes for rest home residents and two 11-bed homes for skilled care. Mack and the staff are willing to take on the challenge, because it is one he believes will be the bestfor senior citizens for the future. “This will change the whole dynamics of skilled nursing care,” he said. “We want to make sure that care is the best there is for our county.” The rest home and skilled nursing offered at Fair Haven will remain but will be extended to the homes. Through nearly one half of a century, one concept has always remained — providing the best care for its residents. Over the past 50 years, Fair Haven has been the home to World War I veterans, politicians, mayors, scientists, lawyers, teachers, doctors, preachers and authors. One resident was a childhood friend of Gloria Vanderbilt and played on the lawn of the Vanderbilt’s Biltmore House many times; another resident told the story of keeping the baby cradle of Abraham Linlcon in a family’s barn outside of Bostic. “Her parents said she was never to talk about that,” Mack said. Another resident was at Pearl Habor and watched the USS Arizona sink and another was a nurse at Pearl Harbor. Dr. Ben Washburn, medical doctor, researcher and author also resided at Fair Haven. “An interesting group of people, all a part of the tapestry of Rutherford County,” Mack said of residents. Fair Haven is a 5-Star Medicare facility, the only one in Rutherford County and a distinction that only 16 percent of facilities achieve in the state. Fair Haven is the only family-run rest home/skilled nursing care facility in the county as the others have been sold or leased to bigger corporations, he said. “We’re small, but we’re high quality,” he said. Twenty-two years ago the McKeithan family was told Fair Haven would never make it in the business world. “In our industry we are a dynasty,” he said. Today Fair Haven employs 88 people and has an annual payroll of $2 million and supports local businesses. “All this stays in Rutherford County. It does not go to corporate offices,” Mack said. “Rutherford County has the best people and we want to offer them the best care.” For the long time employee and owner, Mack is not tired of going to work. Through the years at Fair Haven, Mack is not tired. “It’s a calling. It’s rewarding,” he said.

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Comprehensive care for your breast health is available at Rutherford Regional Rutherford Regional’s Breast Care Program is designed to provide each patient with comprehensive and compassionate care. Your first step in maintaining your breast health is a mammogram. According to the National Cancer Institute, women ages 40 and older should include a mammogram as part of their annual physical – and those with a family histor y of breast cancer or have had other breast problems might need to begin getting mammograms earlier than age 40 or more often. Mammograms can detect breast cancers earlier than clinical breast exams. Women who undergo treatment for breast cancers found at the earliest stage have more than a 98 percent sur vival rate at five years. A mammogram detects changes in breast tissue that are not normal, such as lumps or masses and calcifications, by using a low-dose X-ray. A mammogram is read by a radiologist, who will compare your past mammograms with your most recent one to check for changes. At Rutherford Regional’s Mammography Place, mammograms are provided through digital mammography, which allows the radiologist to view the X-ray image more closely, zeroing in on suspicious or concerning areas. Digital mammography provides not only better images of the breast, it also reduces the amount of radiation needed for quality images. With digital mammography, a radiologist can view and manipulate the images on high-resolution computer monitors that

calcifications, masses and other changes that may be signs of early cancer. Digital mammography may be more beneficial for women with dense breasts who are pre- or perimenopausal or who are younger than age 50. Should a change be detected in your breasts during a routine mammogram, you will have a diagnostic mammogram. A diagnostic mammogram is similar to a screening mammogram, but takes longer because it involves more X-rays in order to obtain views of the breast from several angles. Your physician may also order other tests, such as an ultrasound, MRI or biopsy. Patients who are diagnosed with breast cancer will have access to a patient navigator, a specially trained registered nurse who offers educational and emotional support from the time of diagnosis until recover y. Your navigator is there to assist your family as well. Patient navigators are available to attend appointments with your physician to help you understand your care. A multidisciplinar y case review, involving medical and radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, surgeons and the patient navigator is conducted for each patient. Working together, the team will determine the best course of care for you and determine the treatment

and testing referrals. Should you need surger y, certified physical therapists are available after surger y for lymphedema therapy to help minimize arm swelling. In addition to the support from your navigator, Rutherford Regional’s Cancer Resource Center offers support groups and classes for those undergoing breast cancer treatments. In partnership with American Cancer Society, the Center offers Look Good Feel Better, a class that provides skin and beauty care information. The Pink Ladies Support Group is open to any woman who is experiencing or has sur vived cancer. This vibrant group of women is committed to making the most of life and giving back to the community around them. Those who need a prosthesis or mastectomy bra can be fitted by a professional mastectomy ser vices fitter at the Center, a ser vice that is offered in partnership with Smith’s Drugs of Forest City. Most medical insurances will cover the cost of the supplies if a doctor’s prescription is provided. The Center also offers computer access, educational materials and more. For more information on breast health, visit MyRutherfordRegional.com/ BreastCare.

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Understanding the risks Should you see a doctor of Chiropractic? involved with sun poisoning Our goal in Dr. Calvilloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office is to improve your health to optimal levels naturally! We take special care to educate our patients about the cause of disease as well as effective treatment to restore health through proper spinal function! We want to not only provide relief from your discomfort, but all teach prevention and overall wellness! Headaches, back pain, numbness, tingling, and other health problems can be traced to the spine. Many things can cause the moving bones of the spine to lose their normal motion or position. This can irritate the sensitive ner ve roots that branch off the spinal cord to ser vice the organs and tissues of your body, therefore causing symptoms to appear. Because your body is so adaptive, by the time many symptoms warn you of a problem, it can be well advanced. Underlying muscle and soft tissue damage may require continued care long after symptoms disappear. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why many patients elect to continue with regular chiropractic checkups to maintain their progress. How long you decide to benefit from chiropractic is always up to you. The sooner your chiropractic care begins, the sooner spinal malfunction can

Dr. Paul Calvillo is always accepting new patients and is ready to help you enjoy better health. If you have any questions or would like to know if you could benefit from chiropractic care, call 828-245-4002 for a free consultation. be detected, reduced, and further problems avoided. Get started today! Dr. Calvillo specializes in: â&#x20AC;˘ Back & Neck Pain â&#x20AC;˘ Athletic injuries â&#x20AC;˘ sprains/strains â&#x20AC;˘ shoulder/arm/ hand pain â&#x20AC;˘ hip and leg pain â&#x20AC;˘ auto accidents Call for an appointment. Dr. Paul Calvillo is always

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A trip to the beach is an enjoyable way to spend a day. With warm waves lapping at your feet and a good book to enjoy, hours relaxing at the seaside tend to pass by quite quickly. While such days are often comfortable and relaxing, if you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t careful, you may be putting yourself at risk of sunburn and sun poisoning. Sunburns are never a good thing, but sun poisoning can be even more severe and the symptoms can become quite serious and uncomfortable. Despite what the term â&#x20AC;&#x153;sun poisoningâ&#x20AC;? implies, the sun does not poison the body. Rather, the term describes sensitivity to sunlight that results in a wide range of symptoms that can affect the skin and body as a whole. Sun poisoning can occur when one has a sun allergy, called solar urticaria. This is very rare. However, the greatest number of sun poisoning cases are simply a severe form of sunburn. Depending on the pigmentation of a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s skin and the severity of the sun, sunburn can occur in mere minutes. Many people can get a sunburn within 15 minutes of being in the sun. The sunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rays are most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., making the majority of the day a prime time for skin damage. Although sunburn can occur quite quickly, many people do not realize anything has occurred right away. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because sunburn symptoms can be delayed. It may take a few hours for redness to appear and discomfort to set in. Staying in the sun too long without wearing adequate protection, whether it be a wide-brimmed hat, protective clothing or ample

Sun poisoning and sunburns are nothing to take lightly. These conditions are easy to prevent by being smart about sun exposure. amounts of sunblock, can lead to sunburn. Over time, sunburn can progress to sun poisoning. Symptoms of sun poisoning include a severe sunburn accompanied by blisters on the skin. Pain and tingling may occur, as well as swelling where the sun touched the body intensely. Sun poisoning also may cause fever and chills, nausea, dizziness, and dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, as the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immune system attempts to kick into action. The best treatment for sun poisoning is prevention. Avoid blazing sun whenever possible and use sunblock and reapply frequently if you must be out in the sun for any duration of time. Otherwise, some cases of sun poisoning can be relieved with the application of cool compresses or by taking cool (not cold) baths. Application of aloe gels also can alleviate discomfort, in addition to taking a pain relieving NSAID pill.

If at any point a fever occurs and spikes to more than 104 F, or if there is extreme pain and vomiting, head to the emergency room. Doctors may have to quickly reduce swelling and inflammation and administer fluids intravenously to get the body back on track. Keep in mind that blisters from sun poisoning can get infected, so it is adviseable to keep the skin clean and avoid picking at or popping blisters. Discuss any concerns about severe sunburn with a doctor. Frequent sunburns can be linked to accelerated skin aging and can put a person at a higher risk for skin cancer. According to the Cleveland Clinic, ultraviolet, or UV, radiation from the sun is the number one cause of skin cancer, but UV light from tanning beds is just as harmful. Cumulative sun exposure causes basal cell and squamous cell skin cancer, while episodes of severe blistering sunburns, usually before age 18, can cause melanoma later in life.

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St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital introduces new program Senior Life Solutions offers professional help with lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emotional and physical changes Depression and Anxiety arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t healthy at any age. The issues affecting seniors are uniquely challenging. Declining physical ability, loss of loved ones and isolation can lead to depression, anxiety and other issues. But problems like these are not normal at any age. It can be hard to recognize an older adult in need. It may also be difficult to get them to accept assistance. People who have been healthy and independent for such a long time can often resist help with the emotional and physical changes they know are taking place. St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital has a new program, Senior Life Solutions, an intensive outpatient counseling program which addresses the emotional and behavioral health of adults over the age of 55. Through a combination of therapies, education and wellness programs, Senior Life Solutions assists older adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, have recently experienced a traumatic event and a host of many other symptoms. With this new program, patients can discover how to handle lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s challenges and find joy once again. The program works to improve the emotional stability and increase

general functioning, as well as help patients identify, develop and increase the use of effective coping skills by emphasizing the existing strengths of the individual and/or family system. Problems that may indicate a need for referral to Senior Life Solutions include: â&#x20AC;˘ Anger â&#x20AC;˘ Anxiety, Ner vousness â&#x20AC;˘ Depressed Mood â&#x20AC;˘ Difficulty Coping with Health/Physical Changes â&#x20AC;˘ Difficulty Concentrating â&#x20AC;˘ Feelings of Hopelessness or Helplessness â&#x20AC;˘ Isolation or Loneliness â&#x20AC;˘ Low Self-Esteem â&#x20AC;˘ Personality Changes â&#x20AC;˘ Sleep or Appetite Changes â&#x20AC;˘ Unresolved Grief Senior Life Solutions staff work with patients to determine the most appropriate treatment for each person and their family. This initial admission assessment is free and confidential. Referrals to Senior Life Solutions can be made by anyone, including a patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s physician, family member, or other health care professional. The multi-disciplinar y treatment team at Senior Life Solutions is designed to help people overcome these tr ying circumstances

Through a combination of therapies, education and wellness programs, Senior Life Solutions assists older adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, have recently experienced a traumatic event and a host of many other symptoms. and improve their quality of life. Along with the patient, family members, and the family doctor, the team includes a board-certified psychiatrist, a licensed therapist, a licensed practical nurse, and other trained professionals to ensure patients receive the best possible care. Ser vices offered include: psychiatric evaluation, group therapy, individual therapy, family therapy, medication education, psychiatric medication management and discharge planning. Treatment usually starts with three

treatment days each week for about three hours each day, decreasing in time as the participant progresses. Patients may qualify

for free transportation to the Senior Life Solutions program, and a light lunch is provided. Senior Life Solutions is located at 48

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United Way provides a non-crisis info line Have you ever y needed help and didn’t know who or where to call? Since March, 2013, 2-1-1 ser vices have been available in Rutherford County, thanks to United Way, who took the lead in making the ser vice available. During the past year, over 1,500 people have dialed 2-1-1 and were connected with a referral specialist located in Asheville, who provided confidential, personal assistance to help people to prioritize their needs and direct them to appropriate ser vices. 2-1-1 is a a non-emergency information line. Currently there are over 240 local listings of ser vice providers in the database. However, there are over 18,000 listings throughout North Carolina that offer care, solutions and support to those seeking help. The 2-1-1 ser vice is a free ser vice and in

available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in any language. The 2-1-1 database of community resources is a comprehensive listing of ser vices available through nonprofit, public and community organizations. By calling 2-1-1, any caller can receive information about multiple issues such as finding food for children, housing, shelter from abuse, schools, substance abuse, senior ser vices and places to become a volunteer. Ever yone in Rutherford County has access to 2-1-1 either by dial-up or through an on-line database. Dial 2-1-1 or toll free: 1 866-401-6342 or search on-line at www.NC211.org. For more information about 2-1-1, please call the United Way office at 2813929.

White Oaks strives to improve residents’ quality of life White Oak of Rutherfordton is an 80-bed skilled nursing facility that provides quality short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Our skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Ser vices are specifically designed to improve a resident’s functional status and independence after a hospital stay. Our therapy department offers the Sci-fit total body exerciser. This assists patients in retaining endurance, stamina, strength, mobility and balance to the best of their ability to have a safe transition home following a brief rehabilitative stay. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life while rendering related healthcare ser vices to our residents and patients. We achieve our mission by providing quality long term nursing and rehabilitation care. Our staff encourages residents and patients to maintain personal

enthusiasm and set realistic, yet optimistic goals regarding their rehabilitation or recover y. Rehabilitation patients at our facility benefit from a multidisciplinar y rehabilitation team, which includes physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, dieticians, nurses, social ser vices, activity staff and other professionals. White Oak of Rutherfordton is proud to use Heritage Healthcare as our therapy provider. A premier provider of rehabilitative therapy since 1999, Heritage Health-care was founded on the principal of compassionate care. The nursing practices at our facility emphasize prevention of disabilities intensified by the aging process, individualized plan of treatments and recover y of each resident to the highest level possible consistent with his or her disabilities.

Since 2007, the American Psychological Association has commissioned an annual nationwide survey to examine the state of stress across the United States and understand its impact. The 2013 survey found that people continue to experience what they feel are unhealthy stress levels, with 42 percent of adult respondents reporting that their stress levels have increased over the past five years. Though many people unfortunately regard stress as an inevitable side effect of adulthood, it’s important that men, women and even children avoid characterizing stress as simply a byproduct of a difficult and/or successful life and career. Even momentary stress, often referred to as “acute stress,” like the kind that appears when stuck in a traffic jam, can have a potentially devastating impact on overall health. According to the American Institute of Stress, acute stress causes an increase in heart rate and stronger contractions of the heart muscle, and some medical professionals have suggested there is a link between repeated episodes of acute stress and heart attack. Regular use of relaxation techniques to reduce stress can help to counteract the effects of long-term stress, which the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine notes can contribute to depression, digestive disorders, headaches, high blood pressure, and insomnia. While it’s always best for anyone, and especially those people with heart disease, epilepsy, certain psychiatric conditions or a history of abuse or trauma, to consult

Regular use of relaxation techniques to reduce stress can help to counteract the effects of long-term stress, which the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine notes can contribute to depression, digestive disorders, headaches, high blood pressure, and insomnia. their health care provider before attempting to address their stress on their own, the following are two popular relaxation techniques that may help relieve stress in a healthy way.

Meditation

There are many types of meditation, but in general people who meditate employ certain techniques when meditating. These techniques may include maintaining a specific posture or finding a quiet, distraction-free location to meditate. Many practitioners of meditation choose to recite a positive mantra that they repeat throughout their session. While many people question the effectiveness of meditation, research has suggested that routine meditation sessions can alter the brain’s neural pathways and make a person more

capable of combatting stress.

Yoga

Yoga has grown increasingly popular in recent years, and much of that can be traced to the multitude of health benefits that have been linked to this typically low-impact practice of the mind and body. The NCCAM notes that studies have suggested yoga is effective at lowering heart rate and blood pressure and can even relieve anxiety and depression. Those are beneficial side effects for sufferers of stress, which over time can contribute to high blood pressure and arrhythmia (abnormal heartbeat) and even cause people to worry too much about minor things or suspect bad things are about to happen. More information about stress and coping techniques is available at www.apa.org.

Compassionate Care You Can Trust, Right Here at Home. We’re here for every stage of your life. From birth through your golden years, there are a variety of services available at Rutherford Regional Health System right here in your own backyard. Our care includes these and other services:

Family Care

Orthopaedics

Rehabilitation Services

Dependable, experienced family care for all ages through four local practices, pediatrics and the Clinic at Walmart.

Known for high patient satisfaction, our surgeons and specialists offer effective treatments ranging from rehabilitation and sports medicine to podiatry and joint replacement surgery.

A wide range of rehabilitation services to get you back to work or just back to play.

Breast Care Program Comprehensive and hands-on care to guide women on the journey through screenings, diagnoses, treatments and recovery.

Women’s Services Personalized services and dedicated facilities – including The Birth Place – to promote wellness through every stage of life.

Urology Board-certiﬁed expertise and experience is now easily accessible through Rutherford Urology, conveniently located just inside the outpatient entrance of our medical center.

Home Care In-home services, including nursing, home health aid, medical social services and occupational, speech and physical therapies.

Outpatient Surgery and Services From same-day surgical procedures to high-tech tests and treatments, more and more services are being offered in a modern, comfortable environment and are easily available to ﬁt your busy lifestyle.

General Surgery A wide range of procedures offered by our board-certiﬁed general surgery team, many performed on an outpatient basis.

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