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FEATURES 13 14 16 18 21

Let's Celebrate Earth Day! Is Your House Making You Sick? Myths & Misconceptions About Medical Research Lasering in on Dental Technology Vaping: The Next Teen Edpidemic?

LIFESTYLE 25 28 30 32 35

Home & Garden: The Best Indoor Houseplants Do You Know an Energy Vampire? Why You Might Need Supplements Travel for Wellness: Sri Lanka 5 Quick and Easy Health Boosters

FOOD & DRINK 38 42

Taste Appeal: Fixing Veggies Let's Eat, Hampton Roads!

STAYING WELL 44 46 49 50

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pril is special. This is the month that my daughter arrived. A tiny bundle of all that is good in the world. Her birth was the pivotal moment when I became completely responsible for another being — some of you reading this will understand. I never really gave April much thought until Cami, but since then, I’ve associated the month with everything fresh and new and sweet. We even have a dog named April. The 26th will mark the second year since she became a part of our family. As I’ve paid closer attention, it seems that the world outside transforms more in April than any other time of the year. Our senses are full steam ahead to the sights, smells and sounds of spring. We see trees budding, plants sprouting and flowers bursting into bloom in bright hues. Bees will be in hot pursuit of their nectar. Chrysalises, bound to branches, will open to release their butterflies. This is the month when the chilled inodorous air of winter makes way for heady smells, animal activity and plenty of moisture. That’s a good thing — we’ll need it to wash away all that pollen. As you flip through these pages, you may notice there’s a sense of newness here at the Health Journal, too. We have fresh eyes taking the reins of the look and feel of the magazine, and you’ll notice some new writers as well. Not unlike what Mother Nature must feel, creating the

magazine is an activity that brings us great joy. Each month we take pride in bringing you unique and useful content — celebrating new thoughts and perspectives. This month we take a close look at the myths and misconceptions surrounding medical research and clinical trials in minority men. We’ll help you find the best house plants to improve your indoor environment, and ask whether or not we need dietary supplements. Be sure to read Rebecca Reimers Cristol’s article on dealing with toxic people in your life. And don’t miss the story by lifestyle guru Dave Asprey, creator of Bulletproof coffee and the Bulletproof diet, who offers up five quick and easy health boosters. We hope reading this month’s issue helps open your mind to novel ideas. And I discovered that there are a couple theories as to where the fourth month of the year got its name. One theory is that the word is derived from Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love. Another is that April comes from the Latin word “aperire,” meaning to open — like a flower. I find both of these explanations equally satisfying.

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OPINION

Is dry eye syndrome a potentially serious condition?

How can untreated hearing loss impact health care expenses?

My dentist says I should be tested for sleep apnea. Why is my dentist talking about this?

Dry eye syndrome, or DES, is the number one reason nationwide for people to seek eye care. Studies indicate that 5 to 30 million people suffer from DES, with it being more prevalent in women. In early stages, it is an insidious, tolerable condition, and as such makes us think it’s not serious. The truth is DES is a very complex, multifactorial ocular surface condition that is often underdiagnosed and undertreated. In its moderate and severe stages, DES can be a debilitating and even visionthreatening condition. I’d like to dispel the myth that DES is an older person’s disease. It is true there are more patients with DES over age 50. However, a large proportion of dry eye sufferers are under the age of 50. This is where patients and doctors are missing the boat. DES is in part an aging phenomenon, part autoimmune disease and part due to destruction of important glands in the eyelids, called Meibomian glands, that supply oils that stabilize the tear film. We can use a number of drugs including topical and oral antibiotics, steroids and immunomodulation therapy (Restasis, Xiidra). Lid hygiene, warm compresses and omega-3 fatty acids are also used. Lipiflow, a new treatment procedure, also can be beneficial to those with obstructed Meibomian glands. It is important to realize DES is a chronic and progressive disease and some aspects of the damage are irreversible, resulting in a lifetime of irritation, discomfort and vision problems. DES is, however, treatable, and the earlier the better.

Nearly 38 million individuals in the United States have untreated hearing loss. A recent study published in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery reported that patients with untreated hearing loss paid 46 percent higher health care costs over a 10-year period, compared to patients without hearing loss. The study analyzed health care records from 1999 to 2016. Patients with potential age-related hearing loss were selected, while those with identified hearing loss and hearing aid use or with hearing loss due to a medical condition were excluded. The researchers from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School for Public Health and collaborators age-matched patients with other patients on more than 25 factors. Healthcare costs and outcomes were reviewed at 2-, 5-, and 10-years. Those with untreated hearing loss showed up to a 46 percent higher total health care cost over a 10-year period than their peers without hearing loss. Additionally, these patients were more likely to experience more inpatient stays and were at greater risk for 30-day hospital readmission at 10 years. This study proves there needs to be more attention given to the treatment of hearing loss. Health systems and insurers need to find ways to better serve these patients and provide affordable access to quality hearing health care.

The question should be why wouldn’t your dentist be talking about this? About 22 million Americans have some type of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) with 80 percent of the moderate to severe cases being undiagnosed. It is important to screen, diagnose and treat OSA, including in children and adults. Untreated OSA in adults can lead to acid reflux, uncontrolled high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, stroke, other cardiovascular problems and increased risk of Type 2 diabetes, as your health well as depression and accidents caused by drowsiness. In children, it can cause care questions symptoms similar to ADD/ADHD. answered Orally, it can create damage to teeth and malalignment of teeth. Your dentist screens for OSA using a questionnaire that assesses your special quality of sleep, daytime sleepiness advertising and snoring habits. He/she determines your risk based on your neck and section airway size, and through a tooth evaluation. Your risk and need of a sleep study are then determined. If you have sleep apnea you may need a CPAP, or the dentist can help assess the best treatment to increase your airway. This may include orthodontics, myofunctional therapy and/or an appliance called a Mandibular Advancement Device (MAD). Patients usually see their doctor for a well-check once a year, but they see a dentist for a check two or more times a year. Early intervention of sleep apnea can create a better quality of life and your dentist can be part of the team.

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Asparagus Asparagus is a member of the lily family and is related to onions, leeks and garlic.

A popular variety of asparagus is named after Martha Washington, the wife of George Washington.

Probably because of its shape, asparagus historically was heralded as an aphrodisiac.

Most of the asparagus grown in the United States comes from California. Eating asparagus can help ease hangovers and protect liver cells against alcohol toxins.

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WELL FED

The number of artificially sweetened drinks that, if consumed daily, causes an increased risk of clot-based strokes, heart attacks and early death in women over 50, according to the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association.

Dogs Know Best Dog owners already knew their dogs could tell good people from bad. Now science tells us it’s true. According to Japanese researchers, dogs can sense when someone isn’t kind even when that person isn’t unkind to them specifically. As part of the study, dogs went through a scenario in which a volunteer was asked to help someone struggling with a task. In one group, the volunteer helped; in another group, the volunteer refused to help. Then, when the same volunteers offered the dogs a treat, the dogs were more receptive to the helpful volunteer, even completely refusing a treat from the other.

26.4% The percentage of shoe soles found carrying Clostridium difficile (C.diff), according to research done at the University of Houston. The nasty bacteria, which can cause serious infections, is just one of the bacteria tracked around by walking — so leave your shoes at the door.

3 Sleep? What Sleep?

The number of years younger women may look by doing facial exercises. Dermatologists at Northwestern University found that a popular facial-exercise program followed for 20 weeks reduced signs of aging.

It’s no secret that sleep takes a backseat once a new baby arrives. But research shows that it’s not unusual for parents’ sleeping habits to be affected even six years later. A study published by Oxford University Press found that sleep satisfaction and duration sharply declined in the three months after childbirth — no surprise there — but still hadn’t recovered by the time the child started school. Six years after birth, moms still had 20 fewer minutes of sleep a night while dads slept 15 minutes less.

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Go to the Beach As if the idea needed to be studied, researchers say visits to the beach can help reduce stress, according to a study done at North Carolina State University. Based on a survey of over 1,000 California beachgoers, the study concluded that people with more stress in daily life found the beach the most psychologically restorative. “Beaches and waterfront parks offer more restorative benefits to people than gyms, entertainment venues and the built urban environment,” says J. Aaron Hipp, a professor of community health. “Blue spaces” — such as riversides and the seashore — allow people to recover from stress and recharge enough to face the demands of everyday life.

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Loneliness and social isolation represent a growing public health hazard, according to the American Psychological Association. About 42.6 million adults over age 45 in the United States are believed to suffer from chronic loneliness, according to a Loneliness Study done by the AARP. Plus, the most recent census data shows that more than a quarter of the population lives alone while more than half of the population is unmarried. “Many nations around the world now suggest we are facing a ‘loneliness epidemic,’” says Julianne Holt-Lunstad, a professor of psychology at Brigham Young University. “The challenge we face now is what can be done about it.”

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That’s the day people around the world will celebrate Earth Day, an annual recognition day to bring awareness to protecting the Earth and all that lives on it. More than 1 billion people in 192 countries will take part in what’s believed to be the largest civic-focused day of action around the world. This year’s Earth Day theme is Protect Our Species, part of the campaign to advance and protect laws, policies, regulations and international cooperation agreements for species protection. Some experts believe the world is facing the greatest rate of extinction since we lost the dinosaurs more than 60 million years ago. According to earthday.org, 40 percent of the world’s bird species are in decline and beekeepers report annual hive losses of 30 percent or higher — and the list goes on.

As the world celebrates our Mother Earth this year, here are 10 things you can do at home: • • • • • • • • • •

Plant something — plant a tree or some flowers, or start your own garden. Ride your bike — ride to work, or just around your neighborhood. Buy a refillable water bottle — and keep using it. Stop using plastic straws. If you must have a straw, buy your own silicone or stainless steel one. Shop at a local farmers’ market. Remember your reusable bags at the grocery store. Volunteer at an organization that makes the world a better place. Switch from getting paper bills to e-bills. Make your yard an oasis for birds by putting out birdfeeders, a birdbath and birdhouses. “Adopt” an animal. Call a zoo or a rescue organization and find out how you can help pay for the care of an animal.

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Is Your House Making You Sick? BY KASEY FUQUA

Where you live can have a big impact on your health. From triggering allergies or asthma to increasing your risk for infections, your home can turn on you if you don’t keep it clean. Luckily, there are simple solutions for almost every way your home can make you sick. You can tackle issues room by room to improve your health and the health of your house.

Bathrooms can be hotspots for germs and mold if not cleaned properly. The humid, wet environment is ideal for fungi like mold to grow, raising your risk for infections. Melissa Glave, a nurse practitioner at Sentara Family Medicine Physicians in Hampton, Va., says the humidity in Hampton Roads can increase the risk of mold in your home. Previous water leaks or damage can also raise the risk. “Fungal infections aren’t as common as bacterial and viruses, but there is always that possibility of them occurring, especially if you are in a home with mold in the walls,” Glave says. “If you are in a home and it’s had water damage, make sure walls are checked.” Improving the ventilation in your bathroom can also help reduce mold. If your bathroom is poorly ventilated, consider buying a dehumidifier.

While bedrooms tend to stay cleaner than bathrooms, they can still spell trouble for people with dust, pollen or pet dander allergies. “About 10 to 30 percent of people have nasal allergies,” says Dr. Eric Karlin, an allergist at Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads. “Typically, dust allergies are worse in bedrooms.” To keep bedrooms allergen-free, you should: • • • • • • • •

Clean bed linens once a week with very hot water. Change out pillows every year or so. Keep pets out of bedrooms. Close windows to prevent pollen from entering. Use dust mite protectors on both mattresses and pillows. Vacuum once a week with a HEPA filter vacuum — and clean the filter every month. Place stuffed animals in the freezer once per month to fight dust mites. Use a dehumidifier to reduce dust.

Before you make any major changes to your bedroom, Karlin suggests seeing an allergist to determine exactly what allergies you have. “A lot of these things really cost a lot of money,” he says. “I would always recommend if you have chronic symptoms to see an allergist first and get tested, so you don’t do a lot of unnecessary work.”

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While this may seem like a lot of cleaning, it’s worth it to reduce the risk of spreading diseases among family members and guests. “Bathrooms are a high-touch area where you can spread viruses,” says Glave. “Not everyone is great at washing hands, especially kids. It can cause issues in the bathroom if it is not kept clean.”

For a mold-free, less-germy bathroom, try these techniques: • • • • • • • • • •

Wash bath towels after three uses. Clean (or replace) your shower curtain at least once per month, more often if you see mold. Scrub your shower and bathtub once per week. Dry up any puddles that form in the bathroom. Close your toilet lid before flushing to prevent particles from entering the air. Replace hand towels every few days. Mop the bathroom floor every week. Clean the toilet every week. Use bleach to get rid of mold. Clean bath mats every month.

It should come as no surprise that your kitchen is also a hotspot for germs and allergens. An unclean kitchen full of crumbs, plates in the sink or half-eaten food can attract bugs and mice. “People can become allergic to mouse and rat urine, as well as cockroaches,” Karlin says. “You’ll need to get rid of them and keep your home clean.” Working with raw meats can also increase your risk for infection. Any surface that raw meat has touched should be cleaned, or you’ll run the risk of transmitting diseases such as salmonella. Suggests Glave: “Use a good cleaning product, with 10 percent bleach, especially on cutting boards.” For a cleaner (and healthier) kitchen, you should: • • • • • • • Like bedrooms, living areas can be full of allergens. Carpets can hold a lot of dust particles, pollen and pet dander, so it’s important to keep those clean. Karlin suggests limiting carpet and replacing it with wood or tile floors instead. Rugs, drapes and upholstered furniture should be kept to a minimum. Similar to bedrooms, you can use these strategies to reduce allergens in living areas: • • •

Vacuum carpet or damp mop floors every week. Keep windows shut in high-pollen seasons Use a HEPA air filter to catch allergens — and clean it monthly.

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Purchase leather furniture instead of upholstered furniture. Use dust mite protectors on cushions. Keep shoes out of the house during high-pollen seasons. Wipe down television remotes every week or after a family member gets sick.

Again, it’s a good idea to determine what allergies you have before making significant changes. If you don’t have pollen allergies, for instance, you can keep the windows open and not worry.

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Clean off all food from plates before placing them in the dishwasher or sink. Clean dishes every day. Take out trash every few days. Throw away spoiled or expired food regularly. Clean out your fridge every two weeks or so. Scrub out the kitchen sink each week and keep drains clean. Remove any food particles from the stovetop regularly. Frequently switch out kitchen towels after use. Don’t use the same towel for drying hands, cleaning off countertops and drying dishes. Wash your hands after using the restroom and before handling food.

Keeping your house clean is an ongoing battle. Though it’s a lot of work, it’s vital to improve the quality of life for people with allergies and to keep your whole family healthy.

MYTHS AND MISCONCEPTIONS

ABOUT MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CLINICAL TRIALS: HOW INCREASING MINORITY PARTICIPATION CAN IMPROVE MEDICAL OUTCOMES FOR UNDERSERVED POPULATIONS BY KIM O'BRIEN ROOT

n 1932, the United States government began recruiting poor, black men in Alabama. Hundreds of men, plied with promises of free meals, physicals and most importantly, medicine and treatment, were told they’d be treated for “bad blood” if they agreed to be tested. But it was all a scam. The so-called study was really a secret experiment by the U.S. Public Health Service to study the progression of syphilis without treatment, and it went on for 40 years. Most men didn’t even know 5 13 they had syphilis — a venereal percent of disease that can turn deadly. Even percent of the trial population after penicillin was discovered and participants used to treat syphilis, the men were never offered the antibiotic. african americans Despite the forced end to the program, the class-action lawsuit and the presidential apologies, the fall-out of the “Tuskegee Study of Untreated Syphilis in the Negro Male” remains to this day, leaving many minorities, especially black men, wary of doctors and medical institutions. Hampton University’s Cancer Research Center (HUCRC) is hoping to play a part in changing that mindset. Led by director Dr.

Luisel Ricks-Santi, the center wants to dispel the misconceptions that some minorities hold about medical research by letting them know just how important they are — and that their participation is needed in ongoing studies. “People have a certain mistrust in the system because of what’s happened in the past,” says Ricks-Santi, who founded the Hampton, Va.-based research center in July of 2013. “But this has led to policies that protect study participants, including the requirement for consent and the 17 1 ability to voluntarily withdraw from percent of any study at any time.” percent of the trial population The Tuskegee experiments aren’t the participants only research that’s been called into question in the past. In the 1950s, hispanics/latinos birth-control pills were first humantested on a large scale in a publichousing project in Puerto Rico, leading to the question of why that particular segment of the population was chosen. And then there’s Henrietta Lacks, the poor, black Roanoke woman whose cancer cells were taken without her consent in 1951 and turned out to be one of the most important tools in medical research — all while Lacks had no knowledge and received no compensation.

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ameron Landis started vaping when she was 17 simply because she was curious. Her boyfriend at the time was doing it, and cigarettes made her sick, so she figured she’d give it a try.

Four years later, Landis, now 21, is still vaping. She’s not alone in favoring what seems to have become a fixture in youth culture — which experts agree is dangerous and full of unknowns. Just this past December, U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams declared e-cigarettes among young people an epidemic in the United States. Other critics say e-cigarettes are enticing young people to start and develop a nicotine habit that could mean picking up regular cigarettes later.

New technology to help smokers quit As millions of Americans have sought ways to quit smoking, both medicine and technology have attempted to rise to the task in the form of patches, pills, lozenges and gum. The philosophy is to reduce the need for smoking by administering nicotine through alternative methods, which over time should reduce the nicotine habit itself. According to the Centers for Disease Control, cigarette smoking is the leading cause of preventable disease in the United States, accounting for almost half a million deaths every year. However, cigarette smoking has seen a steady decline across the country over the last decade. In 2005, 20.9 percent of American adults smoked cigarettes — in 2016 (the most recent year for which the CDC has data), that percentage was down to 15.5 percent of adults. For many public health advocates, this is a positive change — the more people who quit smoking, the fewer preventable deaths there will be every year. Over the last few years, however, an additional alternative method of cigarette replacement has conquered all others, at least in popular culture: vaporizers and e-cigarettes.

What are vapes and e-cigs? “Vapes” and “e-cigs” are devices that in some ways are meant to recreate the experience of smoking but without many of the toxins, tars and carcinogens that are built into a traditional tobacco cigarette. Vapes and e-cigs function in very similar ways: They contain rechargeable lithium batteries, pods that typically are filled with a liquid mix of nicotine, water, glycol, glycerin, propylene and flavorings — known as e-liquid, e-juice, vape juice or just juice — and an atomizer with a heating coil used to heat the liquid when the user inhales. When users vape, the "smoke" they exhale is not traditional cigarette smoke, but rather the vapors from the heated e-juice that the user has inhaled, sometimes called clouds. A single pod — good for about 200 puffs — delivers about the same amount of nicotine as a pack of cigarettes. How helpful are e-cigarettes and vapes at helping smokers quit? Well, they seem to be helping people live longer. A British Medical Journal study published in 2017 found that “replacement of cigarette by e-cigarette use over a 10-year period yields 6.6 million fewer premature deaths” from traditional cigarette smoking.

start and develop a nicotine habit, which would cause them to either continue vaping or switch to traditional tobacco. A study published last year in the journal PLOS ONE suggested that teens who use e-cigarettes are between two and seven times more likely to one day smoke traditional cigarettes compared to teens who never try e-cigs. Because vaping is still a relatively new concept, researchers say there’s a lot we still don’t know about how it could affect the body. For one, nicotine can be dangerous for developing brains, blunting emotional control and decision-making and impulse-regulation skills. Teens and their still-maturing brains are also more vulnerable to addiction. One of the most recent studies found that vaping could be linked to breathing problems. The study, done at the University of Rochester Medical Center, reported that aerosols and flavorings in e-cigarettes can cause inflammation in lung tissue. “People need to understand that e-cigarettes are potentially dangerous to your health,” Dr. Michael Joseph Blaha, director of clinical research at the Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Heart Disease, wrote in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Healthy Heart blog. “You’re exposing yourself to all kinds of chemicals that we don’t yet understand and that are probably not safe.” Although the sales of vape and e-cigarette products are restricted to those 18 and older, age hasn’t proven to be a big obstacle to young people — just like with regular cigarettes or alcohol.

Growing in Popularity Landis, of Williamsburg, says she saw 13-year-olds vaping when she worked at a summer camp several years ago. And Larissa Jakub, a middle-school teacher in Northern Virginia, says she’s encountered students vaping during school days, particularly in the bathroom. E-cigarettes have showed up in Hampton classrooms, practically under the noses of teachers. Young people seemingly have become so enamored of Juuls that they’re popping up in class assignments.

An unintended consequence Many critics of e-cigarettes and the multibillion-dollar industry around vaping aren’t critical of the potential help it can provide to traditional adult tobacco users, but rather how vape pens have become extremely popular among teens and young adults. Juul, the most popular vape brand in America, markets itself as a healthier alternative to smoking adults. Critics say that their sleek products with fruity flavors are meant to entice young people to THEHEALTHJOURNAL.ORG

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“My college kids keep including characters with Juuls in their group-written plays at the end of the semester,” says Bethany Marx, an associate professor of theatre at SUNY College of Oneonta. “This fall, Cinderella lost her Juul instead of her shoe at a frat party.” There are even national vape “Cloud Competitions,” where users compete to blow the biggest cloud, the longest cloud and very advanced trick clouds. These are not your grandfather’s tobacco pipe smoke rings: Trick cloud videos online have amassed millions of views. While the vape juice that competitors use to blow their clouds doesn't contain nicotine, these events are sponsored by independent and major vape retailers, all selling their devices and nicotine-containing products to attendees.

Can youth vaping be stopped? The popularity of e-cigarettes among teenagers led Dr. Scott Gottlieb, commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, to recently issue potential enforcement actions which specifically called out Juul and its “youth appeal,” as well as a strategy for how to stop youth use of e-cigarettes. Legislators have also called on the FDA for review.

According to the FDA’s Youth Tobacco survey, 3.6 million high school and middle school students are now using e-cigarettes — an increase of 78 percent in just a year. More than a quarter of high school students report using e-cigarettes regularly on at least 20 days of the month. More than twothirds are using flavored e-cigarettes. The future of smoking seems to not involve real smoke at all. The FDA has titled e-cigarettes and vaporizers “Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems” or ENDS, which is a straightforward way of describing exactly what they do and the problems they cause. As well as the health problems associated with nicotine addiction, there are also the potential hazards that the devices themselves pose to users. The batteries of the vape pens can explode. “We need to protect our kids from all tobacco products, including all shapes and sizes of e-cigarettes,” Adams said in his rare public health advisory in December. “We must take action now to protect the health of our nation's young people.”

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The best houseplants for improving the air around you BY BETH SHAMAIENGAR ILLUSTRATIONS BY NAYA MOORE

s spring blossoms fully this month, many of us may long to enjoy some of nature’s beauty inside our homes and workplaces as well as outdoors. Houseplants are an excellent way to do this, and in addition to adding color and texture to décor, many have health benefits as well, removing harmful gases from the air.

In 1989, NASA did a study with the Associated Landscape Contractors of America to determine which plants could best enhance indoor air quality. While perhaps a surprising project for a federal agency that oversees civilian space exploration and research, NASA sought to learn which plants could most benefit astronauts serving on space stations.

Even the most immaculate room may have air that is unhealthy for breathing. Furniture, upholstery, carpets, synthetic building materials and many cleaning products can all emit indoor air pollutants classified as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which can be problematic, especially for people with respiratory illnesses. VOCs include carbon dioxide (emitted by humans) as well as other gases such as benzene, formaldehyde, toluene, ammonia and mercury. Indoor air pollutants can also include bacteria and mold, pollen and car exhaust that can seep inside, cooking fumes and secondhand smoke.

The NASA study found that many plants not only take in carbon dioxide as a part of the photosynthesis process through which they make their own food, they also excel at absorbing minute dust particles from many other harmful compounds in the air. A separate 2004 study found that even microorganisms in the potting soil of plants can remove airborne chemicals such as benzene. For plants to add to your home or office, consider these, which all earned high marks in the NASA study and are comparatively easy to grow.

Peace Lily

A small but powerful air cleaner, it absorbs six different harmful gases. It flowers indoors for much of the summer and prefers a shady location and soil kept moist without overwatering.

Devil’s Ivy

This prefers bright, indirect light and is often named one of the easiest plants to grow indoors.

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Spider Plant

Low maintenance and well suited for houseplant novices, it also flourishes in bright, indirect light and sends off tiny flowers that bloom into new baby spider plants.

Dracaena

Available in more than 40 varieties, this plant has long leaves often variegated with lines of white, cream or red. It is, however, toxic to dogs and cats.

Bamboo Palm

A high achiever for filtering formaldehyde, this does best in bright sun, can grow to be between 4- and 12-feet tall and is dog-and-cat friendly.

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Nearly anyone can grow this wide-leaved plant, which does well with some sun exposure and requires only occasional watering.

Boston Fern

This thrives in a cool location with high humidity and indirect light. It needs to stay moist and can benefit from a thorough soaking monthly.

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Energy Vampire?

How to lessen the effects of toxic people in your life

BY REBECCA REIMERS CRISTOL

nteracting with a toxic person is like being bitten by an energy vampire — when you walk away, all the liveliness has been sucked out of you. Toxic people only know how to take. In addition to your energy, they might also extract your time, money, empathy and attention without a thought to ever replenishing your coffers. The obvious solution is to remove these people from your life, to instead fill your social garden with friends who are blossoms of reciprocal kindness. Life is too short to waste your time with people who exploit you and who are unable to share the spotlight.

But sometimes, you cannot eliminate toxic people completely. Maybe they are a co-worker, the parent of your child, your best friend’s spouse or a member of your own family. In this case, you will need to set up very clear boundaries and stick to them. Be warned that the toxic person will try to get around the line you’ve drawn in the sand, so you will have to be firm and possibly even rude. Toxic people are used to getting their way and will stop at nothing.

For the toxic person who needs your money: Just don’t give it to them. You will never get this money back, because there will always be another money crisis around the corner. Don’t let the toxic person guilt you into giving them money. They are responsible for their own situation in life and it isn’t your job to bail them out. If you absolutely have to give them some money (for example: their kids are going hungry), then give the smallest amount possible and tell them it is a one-time gift. The next time they ask, just say that you don’t have any money. The more you explain about why you can’t give them money, the more they will attempt to solve the problem to leverage another "loan."

For the toxic person who wants your empathy: Toxic people always have some drama going on. Things never seem to go right in their lives and they need you to feel badly for them. You can likely see how they could make better decisions to avoid their current situation — do they really need three dogs that they can’t afford to take to the veterinarian? — but they don’t really want their problem solved. They want you to fan their ego by showering them with empathy. Helping and giving sage advice might feel good for awhile, but this is a black hole from which you cannot escape. If these empathy sponges are in your family, move far away from them. If you attend family reunions, stay in a different hotel. Create your own family of people who are like-minded and who let you feel sane.

For the toxic person who cannot pay attention to you: Being in the limelight is the ultimate goal of toxic people and they have no interest in sharing the spotlight with anyone else. They want groupies to be enraptured by their dramatic lives, their super-important dilemmas and oh-so-exciting-but-actuallybanal worlds. If they deign to ask you a question, they will do so only to point out how you have failed in some way — “Oh, you bought a car? Why would you make such a bad decision?” When you work with such a person, don’t fan their flames of glory. Limit interactions and don’t take their friendly bait to talk, because it will always shift to being about them.

Try these strategies for dealing with toxic people. For the toxic person who usurps your time: There are people who blather on and never get the cue that you might want to do something other than listen to their haircut story. Let them know up front that you have five minutes to talk. At two minutes, give them a warning that you need to hang up/leave. At one minute, repeat this. At the end of five minutes, say goodbye and walk away, even if they are still talking. If you see their name on your phone, just don’t answer it. If you work with this person, meet them anywhere but at your desk, so that you are not trapped. They don’t pay any attention to social cues, so it’s up to you to manage and end conversations. Good manners don’t always apply when dealing with energy vampires.

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Garlic and a cross won’t ward off these energy vampires. You will need to arm yourself with solid boundaries and firm “no’s”. If you can’t avoid them, limit interactions and do whatever you have to do to keep them out of your life as much as possible. They will suck you dry of energy, time, money and empathy, leaving you with nothing but exhaustion and bewilderment.

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Do We Really Need

Dietary Supplements? BY SHARYN REINHOLD

t is estimated that Americans spend over 30 billion dollars per year on dietary supplements. But are they really necessary, or even safe? There are many different opinions among health professionals on this topic but one thing is for certain — just like with diet, there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach.

The Case for a Daily Multivitamin The grim reality is that most people in the United States eat too much processed food and added sugars and not enough fresh fruits and vegetables. The “Standard American Diet” leaves us vulnerable to deficiencies in various nutrients, such as essential fatty acids, magnesium, folate and disease-fighting phytochemicals, just to name a few. Even those who strive to eat a nutrient-dense, balanced diet still may not be meeting their daily nutritional needs. Studies have shown that the nutritional value of produce has steadily declined since the 1950s, most likely due to soil depletion from over-farming as well as from the transportation of produce over long distances. Protein, riboflavin, iron, vitamin C, calcium and phosphorus are a few of the nutrients that have been negatively affected by modern agricultural practices. For the majority of healthy individuals looking for a little extra nutritional insurance, supplementing with a whole-foods-based multivitamin and mineral supplement is a smart idea. Multivitamins with high doses of synthetic or activated forms of vitamins and minerals can have therapeutic value in certain circumstances, but it’s best not to go that route unless a health professional has evaluated or tested you for nutrient deficiencies — since it is possible to overdose on certain nutrients. Always check labels carefully if you have any allergies to foods or other ingredients.

An Epidemic of Chronic Disease and Reliance on Pharmaceutical Drugs We have an epidemic of chronic disease and chronic stress in America, so it is important to understand that these things can affect nutritional status regardless of diet — meaning that if you are one of the many affected by chronic disease or constantly under stress, you may have additional nutritional needs that are difficult to meet through food alone. For example, inflammatory bowel diseases can decrease fat absorption from food, which puts patients at risk for

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deficiencies of fat-soluble nutrients such as A, D and K. Additionally, chronic stress is known to deplete B vitamins, vitamin C and our beneficial gut bacteria (gut flora). Another often overlooked phenomenon to consider is druginduced nutrient depletions. Many pharmaceutical drugs can deplete valuable nutrients due to the mechanism of action of the drug and yet many patients report that they were not educated on this when the medication was prescribed. One of the most common drug-induced nutrient depletions is Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), which is depleted by statin drugs. This is an important antioxidant used by our cells for growth and maintenance and difficult to obtain through diet. Supplementation is a good option for statin drug users, unless they are also taking a blood thinner, and for those using birth control pills. Studies show that birth control pills can cause deficiencies in B vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin E, magnesium, zinc and selenium.

The Value of Getting Professional Guidance This a complex subject with complex answers. Each person is a unique combination of factors that determine nutritional status, including genetics, dietary patterns, diseases, medications, stress level and so forth. A nutritionist or other healthcare provider who is trained in nutrition can help you choose a supplement regimen based on your individual needs. Supplements are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under the Dietary Supplement and Health Education Act of 1994. However, not all supplements are created equal in terms of quality and potency standards. Pharmaceutical grade supplements are considered the gold standard because they are third-party tested and contain 99 percent raw materials (less than 1 percent fillers). Often these supplements can be purchased through a health care provider, or your health care provider can help recommend reliable brands while working with you to safely implement a supplement protocol.

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Trekking, Culture and Wildlife in

Sri Lanka

BY TERESA BERGEN

ust before sunrise, scores of walkers and joggers follow the packed dirt trail around the perimeters of the 16th century Galle Fort, a few stopping to do pushups and other calisthenics in the grass. The views from the fortified fort walls are spectacular — turquoise waves, billowing clouds, old rock walls, stately white lighthouse. Soon the sun rises and the walkers slow.

By 8 a.m., this southwestern Sri Lankan city is humid and the sun is blazing. The fort, a UNESCO world heritage site within the city of Galle, morphs from an early morning exercise venue for locals to a place where visitors stroll the quiet, narrow streets amid old Dutch buildings, stopping to cool off in air-conditioned boutiques or to enjoy fresh juice at rooftop restaurants overlooking the sea. Here, in this exotic old trading port, it’s not unusual to stumble upon a flute-playing snake charmer and his cobra.

Welcome to Sri Lanka, a teardrop-shaped island country just south of India and about 500 miles north of the equator. Its tropical beaches, hill trekking and ornate Buddhist and Hindu temples have long-attracted visitors. European travelers dominate — Sri Lanka is, after all, a long plane ride from the United States. But now is a good time to make the journey. The country’s 30-year civil war ended in 2009 and travelers are now able to freely explore the whole country, including the predominantly Hindu north, access to which had been strictly controlled during the fighting.

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Hill Country Sri Lankans are proud of their country, and they all seem to ask, “Have you been to Nuwara Eliya?” This Britishinfluenced town is up in the misty, tea-growing hill country, where temperatures can be 30 degrees cooler. A beautiful train ride links the hill towns, passengers hanging out the windows to snap photos of the blue and red cars curving around bends in the track, framed by an explosion of greenery. When the train stops at little Ella, the carriage nearly empties. Foreigners trundle out, weighted by enormous backpacks. Most are in their 20s, with a few middleaged and seniors among them. Ella is a popular base for gorgeous hill country hikes because of the jagged mountains overlooking valleys of tea plantations. The sunrise hike up Ella Rock takes three to four hours. Hiring a guide is a good idea to help navigate the dark jungle and lack of signage. The British brought the first tea plant from China to Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) in 1824, and the crop immediately dug in its roots. Tea lovers will enjoy a trip to one of the hillcountry tea estates. Amba Estate grows organic tea, pepper, cinnamon, coffee and cloves and offers an extensive free tour followed by a paid tasting. Visitors can hire a three-wheeled tuk tuk — a motorized, modern-version of a rickshaw — from Ella for the one-hour ride through small villages to get to the rural estate.

Wildlife In Sri Lanka, wildlife isn’t contained in national parks. In a small grocery store in Kandy, Sri Lanka’s second-largest city, the shopkeeper brandishes a broom to ward off simian shoplifters. “We have a monkey problem,” he says grimly. At night, hordes of monkeys clatter across our hotel’s metal roof, which backs to the jungle. The wildlife at Kandy Lake doesn’t seem at all affected by the surrounding traffic-clogged road. Huge water monitors — native lizards — lounge on the banks while herons and cormorants fish from low-hanging branches. If you like your wildlife without honking buses, head to one of Sri Lanka’s 22 national parks. Yala has a significant leopard population, while Udawalawe is rich with elephants. On a jeep safari in Wilpattu, we saw an elephant, crocodiles, deer, monkeys, land monitors, peacocks roosting in trees, purple herons, emerald-winged doves, ibis, jungle fowl and a crested serpent eagle eating a snake.

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Culture Sri Lanka is packed with opportunities to experience its very old culture, from the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy — which holds a sacred tooth relic of the Buddha — to Hindu celebrations in the north. Visitors who like to stay active will find that Sri Lankan culture can require exercise. Getting to the famous cave temples of Dambulla requires climbing several hundred steps in the blazing sun while dodging monkeys. The ancient city of Anuradhapura in central Sri Lanka was founded around 380 BC and served as a political and religious center for 1,300 years. Many visitors opt to ride bicycles through the sprawling archeological complex. Those who’d rather skip the steamy bike ride can hire a tuk tuk driver to chauffeur them between ruins of temples and monasteries.

If You Go No matter which route you take, it’s a long flight from Virginia to Sri Lanka. Consider a stopover. If you fly Emirates, break up the trip with a stop in Dubai. Sri Lanka is a small country, but the central mountains mean it has two separate monsoon seasons. Decide what you most want to see, then plan your trip around the best possible weather for that part of the country. Galle and the South coast are best visited between December and March.

5 Quick and Easy Health Boosters You Can Do Every Day

BY DAVE ASPREY

ecoming the healthiest version of yourself takes a lot of effort. You need to overcome your natural tendencies, prepare your food carefully and actually make the time for health practices such as exercise. Most people complain of not having enough time to think about their personal well-being because they know becoming and staying healthy takes work. But, what if that “work” can be made simpler and quicker to accomplish? For sure, everybody will be able to squeeze it into his or her schedule, no matter how hectic each day is. If, in the course of your day, you can find a “free” minute or two every now and then, that’s still good news. This means you can make super simple, long-term changes for your health. Here is a list of easy and quick improvements you can make:

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Switch your regular cup of Joe with butter coffee. It doesn’t matter if you prefer your coffee hot or cold, but try butter coffee instead of your usual. Use grass-fed butter for your coffee not only to enjoy a richer beverage but also to keep you alert throughout the day. You can improve your health greatly by supplying your muscles, including the heart and other organs, with omega-3 fatty acids. If you want even more benefits from a “cuppa,” add Brain Octane Oil. This powerful substance ups the advantages of drinking coffee even more because BOO is converted quickly into fat-burning ketone energy for your mind and body.

Always squirt some lemon juice into your water or tea. This ultra-simple change can do wonders for your health such as improved immunity and the ability to keep your weight normal. Although vitamin C deficiency is rare, people do not necessarily achieve the health experts’ recommended amount of 200 milligrams every day. So, make it a habit to squirt vitamin C-rich citrus fruit juice into your water or tea.

Start using mustard instead of mayonnaise. No, they do not taste the same, but deliberately replacing mayonnaise with mustard can actually help you lose weight. This is because mustard contains no fat, unlike mayo, which has about 11 grams of fat and 99 calories per tablespoon. You can also use mustard to season your steak instead of drowning the meat with high-calorie gravy.

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Get a cardiovascular workout for a minute each day. One of the easiest workouts that you can pack in a minute is jumping or skipping rope. The steady jumping for 60 seconds will get your heart pumping fast. Plus, it will also trigger a little adrenaline rush that can block pain, make you more mentally alert, improve your breathing and boost your immune system. Another workout you can do in a minute is abdominal crunches. This exercise does not require any type of workout equipment, but it will get the blood flowing throughout your body and, better yet, build muscles for your core. You can do crunches easily, so anytime you have a free minute, squeeze in those crunches. Another idea is to walk briskly for a full minute. There’s really nothing to this activity, but it is a great cardio exercise as it allows your body to burn calories so much faster. The best time to have a brisk walk? After a meal. If you're taking your dog out for a walk, attach a leash to your dog’s collar so both of you can walk faster than usual.

Dave lost 100 pounds without counting calories or excessive exercise, used techniques to upgrade his brain and lift his IQ by 20 points and lowered his biological age while learning to sleep more efficiently in less time. Learning to do these seemingly impossible things, he said, transformed him into a better entrepreneur, a better husband and a better father.

5 Put on sunglasses before heading out during the day. If you want to preserve your eyesight, wearing sunglasses when it’s sunny out is one of the best things that you can do for yourself. The ultraviolet rays from the sun are the leading cause of macular degeneration, which can lead to severe vision loss when you are older. It is worth mentioning, too, that protecting your peepers with sunglasses will prevent you from squinting, which can cause fine lines around your eyes that can make you look older than you truly are. Because of the simplicity of these changes, you can easily turn them into daily habits, and when they become habits, you can be sure to harness all the advantages they provide. LIFESTYLE

Dave Asprey, founder of Bulletproof and author of the New York Times bestseller "The Bulletproof Diet," is a Silicon Valley investor and technology entrepreneur who spent two decades and over $1 million to hack his own biology.

Dave is the creator of the widely popular Bulletproof Coffee, host of the #1 health podcast, Bulletproof Radio, and author of the New York Times bestselling books, "The Bulletproof Diet" and "Head Strong." Through his work, Dave aims to provide information, techniques and keys to taking control of and improving your biochemistry, your body and your mind so they work in unison, helping you execute at levels far beyond what you’d expect — without burning out, getting sick or allowing stress to control your decisions.

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Asparagus There are many ways to prepare asparagus — boiled, grilled or in the oven are just a few. All leave you with a delicious side dish or simply a great snack. Try roasted asparagus for a healthy alternative to fries!

Prep Begin by choosing firm, but not limp, stalks that aren’t browned at the end. Make sure you wash and dry the stalks thoroughly, then break off the ends. To break: grab a spear by both ends and bend — it will snap naturally. Discard the ends.

Boil Fill a pot with water and bring to a boil. Add asparagus and boil for 2-3 minutes, until tender. Remove and transfer to a bowl of cold water to stop cooking. Remove from water. Sprinkle with salt and serve, or lightly sauté in butter or olive oil.

Grill Toss asparagus with olive oil and seasoned salt. Place on a tin foil or copper grill mat, then place on the grill. Close the grill for 2-3 minutes. Open the grill, and flip. Continue grilling until the asparagus are tender and charred in spots. Sprinkle with additional salt and top with shaved parmesan cheese.

Roast Toss asparagus with olive oil and seasoned salt. Arrange on a baking sheet or baking pan in a single layer. Bake in preheated 400°F oven until just tender and golden brown, about 12 to 15 minutes. Roll occasionally while baking. Remove from oven; add additional salt to taste. Tip: Try adding garlic powder (or minced garlic) when seasoning.

Broccoli Broccoli is such a versatile vegetable — besides being a quick and easy side dish, it can be used in salads, in stir fries, added to pasta, you name it. Here are a few ways to prepare it that will make your taste buds happy.

Prep Start by choosing broccoli spears that are a uniform dark green color with no yellowing. The stems should feel firm and the crowns should be tight and springy. Rinse well. Cut off florets; cut stalks in half lengthwise, remove any leaves or blemishes from the stem and cut into discs about 1-inch thick.

Steam Put about two inches of water in a large pot; add 1 tablespoon lemon juice or a heaping tablespoon of salt. Place stems in a steamer basket inside pot, cover and steam for 2 minutes over high heat. Add florets; cover and continue steaming until desired tenderness, about 4-5 minutes more.

Roast Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss broccoli florets and stems with olive oil and salt. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast, turning once halfway through cooking, until tender and slightly browned, about 20-25 minutes.

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Artichoke Almost everyone probably has had spinach & artichoke dip in a restaurant, but have you ever tried a plain artichoke? It might seem like an intimidating veggie, but once you know how to cook and how to eat one (it can take some practice!), you’ll be fixing these yourself.

Prep Choose artichokes that feel heavy without any browning. The leaves should squeak when you squeeze them. The leaves cover a fuzzy center called the choke, which sits on top of a meaty core called the heart. The heart is completely edible, while the choke is only edible in baby artichokes. Rinse in cold running water, opening up the leaves a bit to get the water in. Snip off the tips of the leaves if they poke you too much. Cut off about an inch off the top of the artichoke and remove the tough, small leaves toward the stem; trim off woody stem.

Steam In a large pot, add 2 inches of water, 1-2 cloves of garlic, a slice of lemon and a bay leaf (for a little extra flavor). Place artichokes in a steaming basket inside the pot; cover. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the outer leaves can easily be pulled off.

Eat Artichokes may be eaten cold or hot, preferably with a dip like melted butter or a vinaigrette. Pull off the outer leaves, one at a time. Dip the white fleshy end, then place in mouth and pull, scraping the pulpy petal off with your teeth. When you get to the tender inner leaves with the purple tips, remove them all at once. Dip and eat just the light-colored parts of these leaves. Scrape out and discard the inedible fuzzy part (the choke) covering the artichoke heart. Cut the heart into pieces and dip into your choice of sauce to eat. Tip: Try mixing mayonnaise with a little balsamic vinegar for a dipping sauce. Source: Simplyrecipes.com

Cauliflower Another easy side dish, cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that can be steamed, braised or roasted. You can top with cheese or hollandaise sauce, mash with butter and milk or even make rice. Here are a few ways to try preparing.

Braise Place 1-inch florets into a large skillet with ½ cup dry white wine and ½ teaspoon caraway seeds. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about four minutes until tender.

Roast Preheat oven to 500°F. Toss florets with olive oil and seasoned salt. Spread florets on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast, turning once halfway through cooking, until tender and beginning to brown, about 15 minutes.

Rice Cut cauliflower into chunks, including the cores. Place in food processor and process until it has the texture of rice. You can use it raw in any recipe that calls for cauliflower rice. Or, to use in place of regular rice, heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large skillet and add cauliflower and ½ cup scallions. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, then season with salt, pepper and a squeeze of lime juice.

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Waypoint Seafood & Grill 1480 Quarterpath Rd. Williamsburg, VA 23185 757-220-2228 waypointgrill.com

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La Tienda Tapas Bar 1325 Jamestown Rd. Williamsburg, VA 23185 757-253-1925 tienda.com

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Taste Studio 305 South England St. Williamsburg, VA 23185 757-555-4808 colonialwilliamsburghotels.com Amber Ox Public House 525 Prince George St. Suite 102 Williamsburg, VA 23185 757-790-2299 theamberox.com

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Fat Canary 410 W Duke of Gloucester St. Williamsburg, VA 23185 757-229-3333 fatcanarywilliamsburg.com

Casa Pearl 722 Merrimac Trail Williamsburg, VA 23185 757-208-0149 eatcasapearl.com

Fin Seafood 3150 William Styron Sq. Newport News, VA 23606 757-599-5800 finseafood.com FOOD & DRINK

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El Diablo Loco Cantina & Tequila Bar 6 E Mellen St. Hampton, VA 23663 757-864-0989 eldiabloloco.com

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FAMILY PRACTICE Amy Campbell M.D. Hampton Family Practice

Dr. Amy Campbell joined Hampton Family Practice in 2011. After graduating with honors from the University of Illinois at Urbana with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, she attended St. Louis University School of Medicine for her Medical degree. She went on to complete the VCU Riverside Family Medicine Residency Program, and is Board Certified by the American Board of Family Physicians. Dr. Campbell’s clinical interests are broad but she enjoys focusing on preventative care, pediatrics, and women’s health. She views the practice of family medicine as more than a career, but a calling, and loves building relationships and educating her patients. Dr. Campbell offers comprehensive cares for all ages, and looks forward to working with your entire family. Outside of the office, Dr. Campbell stays engaged with the community through her church and raising her 2 daughters. She enjoys traveling, and shares a love of international travel with her husband! Hampton Family Practice 9 Manhattan Square, Ste A Hampton, VA 23666 757-838-6335

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ALLERGY & ASTHMA Stephen Shield, M.D. Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads

Dr. Stephen Shield knows allergies and asthma. As a child growing up in Newport News, Va., he suffered from both problems. As the parent of children with allergies, he’s aware of the impact allergies can have on a child’s educational and social development. As a board-certified, fellowship-trained specialist who’s been in practice for over 20 years, he has the knowledge and experience that can help you and your children with your quest for better health. He knows that allergies and asthma don’t have to control you. He helps you control them. Practicing locally since 1993, Dr. Shield joined with Allergy Partners, the nation’s largest medical practice dedicated to treating allergies, in 2010. This partnership allows patients on the Peninsula to receive some of the most advanced care available from a local physician who cares about his community. Dr. Shield sees children and adults and is accepting new patients in his Williamsburg and Newport News offices. Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads

AUDIOLOGY Bridget McMullen, MA, CCC-A Maico Audiological Services Major (Ret.) Bridget McMullen graduated from LSU in 1992 with a Bachelor’s in Communication Disorders and in 1994 with a Master’s in Audiology. She began her career at San Antonio Medical Center and she was at an ENT group in Austin, Texas, before joining the Air Force as an Audiologist in 1995. She was stationed in Germany, Alaska and Texas, and finally came to Langley, Va., where she retired after 20 years of military service. She is a certified member of ASHA and holds both Texas and Virginia Audiology and Hearing Aid Specialist licenses. Bridget is passionate about the field of audiology and helping people continue to stay connected to family and friends through better hearing. Maico Audiological Services 703 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite C-3 Newport News, VA 23606 (757) 873-8794 1021 Eden Way North, Suite 110 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 547-3560

1144 Professional Drive Williamsburg, VA 23185 (757) 259-0443 allergypartners.com/hamptonroads

206B Gumwood Drive Smithfield, VA 23430 (757) 365-9933 maicoaudio.com

OPTOMETRY

ORTHOPAEDICS/UPPER EXTREMITY

Brent Segeleon, O.D. Colonial Eye Care

Dr. Brent Segeleon, owner of Colonial Eye Care, is a graduate of Gannon University and received his doctor of optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2005. He is proficient in comprehensive optometry, including the diagnosis and management of ocular diseases, as well as low vision. He has experience in fitting simple and complex contact lenses for complicated, diseased and post-surgical corneas. Dr. Segeleon is a member of the American Optometric Association, Virginia Optometric Association current board member and Tidewater Optometric Society President from 2014-2016. In 2013, the Virginia Optometric Association named him Young Optometrist of the Year. Originally from Pittsburgh, Penn., Dr. Segeleon calls Williamsburg home. He lives here with his wife, Brooke, daughter, Gwen, and son, Ian. He enjoys sponsoring the Williamsburg Youth Baseball League and working with William & Mary athletes. Colonial Eye Care 5273 John Tyler Highway Williamsburg, VA 23185 (757) 903-2633 colonialeyecare.com

Robert C. Mason, M.D. Tidewater Orthopaedics

Dr. Robert Mason is joining the experienced team of specialists at Tidewater Orthopaedics. He is fellowship-trained in upper extremities and will be helping patients with conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, hand or wrist. He attended the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse where he received his Doctor of Medicine degree. After medical school, Dr. Mason completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, N.Y. Then he completed an additional year of training with a focus on upper extremity surgery at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem, N.C. He respects his patients’ desires and strives to provide them the ability to meet their goals. Dr. Mason is proud to be part of a practice serving Hampton Roads’ orthopaedic needs since 1970 and will be seeing patients at both the Hampton and Williamsburg locations. Tidewater Orthopaedics 901 Enterprise Parkway 4037 Ironbound Road Williamsburg, VA Suite 900 23188 Hampton, VA 23666 (757) 206-1004 (757) 827-2480 tidewaterortho.com

BEAUTY & AESTHETICS Steven C. Mares, M.D. Erase the Canvas, LLC

Dr. Steven C. Mares, is the owner of Erase the Canvas, LLC, specializing in Laser Tattoo Removal and Anti-Aging Laser and Botox Treatments. He is a “Hokie,” having graduated with a degree in chemistry in 1986 from Virginia Tech. He received his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1992 and completed a pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters in Norfolk, Va., in 1995. He went on to complete a sports medicine fellowship at the Houghston Sports Medicine Center in Columbus, Ga., in 1996 — the year of the XXVI Olympics. During his time there, he was involved in taking care of the Elite Olympic hopefuls at the U.S. Track and Field Championships as well as the Women’s Olympic Softball athletes. He moved to Williamsburg where he is involved with student athletes and the theater department at Lafayette High School. He did laser training at the National Laser Institute in Phoenix, Ariz., in 2010, and opened his clinic in 2013. Erase the Canvas, LLC 304 Bulifants Blvd, Suite 201 Williamsburg, VA (757) 532-9390 erasethecanvas.com

DENTISTRY Stacey Sparkman Hall, D.D.S.

Dr. Stacey Hall brings her unique outlook on dental care and her personable optimism to the Williamsburg Center for Dental Health. With 12 years of solid dental expertise in the area, she decided in early 2011 to branch out and open her own local practice. After completing her undergraduate degree from Virginia Tech in 1998, Dr. Hall graduated from VCU’s MCV School of Dentistry in 2002, receiving her D.D.S. She is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and was awarded member fellowship to the International Congress of Oral Implantology in 2008. Dr. Hall is a co-leader of the Tidewater Dawson Study Club and is passionate about pursuing the highest levels of continuing education. She was also voted “Reader’s Choice Best Dentist 2010” by the Health Journal. Stacey and her husband Michael have been blessed with three beautiful girls: Lanie, Gracie and Abbie. She is a loyal Virginia Tech Football fan and enjoys Bible study and missions work. Williamsburg Center for Dental Health 5231 Monticello Ave., Suite E Williamsburg, VA 23188 (757) 565-6303 williamsburgdentalhealth.com

SLEEP APNEA AND TMJ

Brian Cole, CPFT, CMT

William G. Harper, D.D.S.

For over 20 years Brian has been building his personal training practice to serve not only those who want to improve their overall health and fitness but also those in need of post-rehab conditioning following physical therapy, injury and/or surgery. Brian is certified as a personal fitness trainer by the American Council on Exercise (ACE), a massage therapist by the Virginia Department of Health Professions, a post-rehab conditioning specialist by the American Academy of Fitness Professionals and a weight management consultant by ACE. Brian is also the co-inventor of The Back Unit for low back strengthening and injury prevention. His trainers have college degrees in exercise science or fitness management, national certification by ACSM, ACE or NASM, and in addition, they regularly earn advanced specialty certifications in a variety of disciplines. They are knowledgeable and experienced working with hip/knee replacements, ACL tears, spinal and shoulder surgeries, mastectomies, rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, scoliosis, etc. Personal Training Associates – Private Studios 210 Nat Turner Blvd. 738 City Center Blvd. Newport News, VA 23606 Newport News, VA 23606 (757) 599-5999 briancoleandassociates.com

Jaron Woods, RDN LWell

Williamsburg Center for Dental Health

PERSONAL TRAINING

Personal Training Associates

DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST

Coastal Virginia Sleep Solutions

Dr. Harper has focused a significant part of his practice on sleep apnea and TMJ. He works closely with local sleep medicine physicians to diagnose and treat sleep apnea, snoring, teeth grinding and TMJ problems. When a CPAP device is not successful or necessary, Dr. Harper then uses his extensive training and background to choose the right custom appliance for his patients. His experience with many different appliance designs increases comfort and success of the appliance, and leads to better sleep, improved health and a higher quality of life. Dr. Harper uses his background and knowledge of TMJ disorders to prevent common side effects of sleep apnea appliance therapy including bite changes, tooth pain and TMJ pain. He also helps patients who suffer with TMJ disorders and were not properly diagnosed or were given a thick plastic “night guard” but still suffer from tightness, tension, pain and worn/fractured teeth. Coastal Virginia Sleep Solutions 235 Wythe Creek Rd. Poquoson, VA 23662 (757) 868-8152 coastalvasleepsolution.com

Meet LWell’s newest dietitian and health coach! Not only has Jaron Woods completed all required training through Virginia State and Riverside to achieve the registered dietitian credential, Jaron can personally relate to patients if they are struggling with proper dieting, lack of motivation and/or feeling completely lost on the journey to becoming healthier. Jaron was once on that journey, and he has lost more then 50 pounds personally. His coaching style integrates his personal experience with his education and training to coach individuals to achieve their health goals. He is particularly passionate about working with individuals struggling with excess weight, prediabetes and diabetes. Jaron offers accurate body fat testing and accurate calorie expenditure (BMR) testing in addition to nutrition therapy and health coaching. Call LWell to make an appointment with Jaron or check out www.LWell.com/Jaron-Woods to read more. LWell Serving patients in multiple locations throughout Hampton Roads 1309 Jamestown Rd., #102 Williamsburg, VA 23185 (757) 585-3441 lwell.com

WHOLE HEALTH DENTISTRY Lisa Marie Samaha, D.D.S. Port Warwick Dental Arts

Dr. Lisa Marie Samaha has created beautiful, healthy smiles for Hampton Roads since opening her Newport News practice in 1982. She and her exceptional team have created a practice of comprehensive, individualized and holistic dental care. They partner with their patients to achieve “BEST” dental health and overall wellness. Dr. Samaha is internationally published and esteemed as an educator and top clinician. She offers a wide range of advanced cosmetic and mercury-free dental care. She also maintains focus on a leadingedge protocol for the diagnosis, prevention and non-surgical treatment of periodontal disease. As an enthusiastic supporter of the arts, Dr. Samaha is also an award-winning watercolorist. Her most compelling contribution to the arts of Hampton Roads is her tranquil Port Warwick Dental Arts venue where she often hosts a rich and diversified array of musical talent and artistic exhibitions. Port Warwick Dental Arts 251 Nat Turner Blvd. S Newport News, VA 23606 (757) 223-9270 pwdentalarts.com

HEALTH DIRECTORY EMERGENCY NUMBERS National Response Center Toll-Free: (800) 424-8802 National Suicide Crisis Hotline Toll-Free: (800) 784-2433 National Suicide Prevention Hotline Toll-Free: (800) 273-8255 Poison Control Center Toll-Free: (800) 222-1222 ADDICTION TREATMENT The Farley Center 5477 Mooretown Road Williamsburg (757) 243-4426 ALLERGY & ENT Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads 1144 Professional Dr. Williamsburg (757) 259-0443 895 City Center Blvd., Suite 302 Newport News (757) 596-8025 Hampton Roads ENT & Allergy 5408 Discovery Park Drive Williamsburg (757) 253-8722 901 Enterprise Pkwy., Suite 300 Hampton (757) 825-2500 11803 Jefferson Ave Suite 260 Newport News (757) 643-7028 AUDIOLOGY & HEARING Colonial Center For Hearing 430 McLaws Circle, Suite 101 Williamsburg (757) 279-7363 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & PSYCHIATRY B3 Emotional Wellness Michelle Hill, LPC, NCC 1769 Jamestown Rd, Suite 107 Williamsburg (757) 524-2650 The Pavilion at Williamsburg Place 5483 Mooretown Road Williamsburg (800) 582-6066 BREAST HEALTH Victorious Images Mastectomy Care and Support 7191 Richmond Rd. Suite E Williamsburg (757) 476-7335

CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE Comber Physical Therapy & Fusion Chiropractic 201 Bulifants Blvd., Suite B Williamsburg (757) 603-6655 5388 Discovery Park Blvd, Suite 100 Williamsburg (757) 903-4230 Integrative Chiropractic, Acupuncture & Laser Wade Quinn, D.C. 1318 Jamestown Road, Suite 102 Williamsburg (757) 253-1900 Pinto Chiropractic & Rehabilitation 5408 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite 200 Williamsburg (757) 220-8552 COSMETIC & PLASTIC SURGERY Williamsburg Plastic Surgery 333 McLaws Circle Williamsburg (757) 345-2275 DENTISTRY Affordable Dentures & Implants Jamiah K. Dawson DDS, MICOI, MAAIP 12731 Jefferson Ave. Newport News (757) 886-5370 New Town Dental Arts Sebastiana G. Springmann, D.D.S, F.A.G.D. 4939 Courthouse St. Williamsburg (757) 259-0741 Pediatric Dental Specialists of Williamsburg 213 Bulifants Blvd., Suite B Williamsburg (757) 903-4525 Pediatric Dental Specialists of Hampton 2111 Hartford Road, Suite C Hampton (757) 864-0606 Port Warwick Dental Arts Lisa Marie Samaha, D.D.S, F.A.G.D 251 Nat Turner Blvd., Newport News (757) 223-9270 Williamsburg Center for Dental Health Stacey Sparkman Hall, D.D.S 5231 Monticello Ave., Suite E Williamsburg (757) 565-6303

DERMATOLOGY Associates In Dermatology, Inc. 17 Manhattan Square Hampton (757) 838-8030 Dermatology Specialists Michael C. White , M.D. Jason D. Mazzurco, D.O. 11844 Rock Landing Drive, Suite B Newport News (757) 873-0161 Dermatology Specialists 475 McLaws Circle, Suite 1 Williamsburg (757) 259-9466 DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING Orthopaedic & Spine Center 250 Nat Turner Blvd. Newport News (757) 596-1444

Surry Area Free Clinic 474 Colonial Trail West Surry (757) 294-0132 Western Tidewater Free Clinic 2019 Meade Parkway Suffolk (757) 923-1060 GASTROENTEROLOGY Digestive Disease Center of Virginia, PC Richard J. Hartle, M.D. 5424 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite 104 Williamsburg (757) 206-1190 HEALTH CARE ATTORNEYS Brain Injury Law Center 2100 Kecoughtan Road Hampton (757) 244-7000

Tidewater Diagnostic Imaging 100 Sentara Circle Williamsburg (757) 984-6000

HOME CARE

FREE CLINICS

HOSPITALS & MEDICAL CENTERS

Angels of Mercy Medical Clinic 7151 Richmond Road, Suite 401 Williamsburg (757) 565-1700 Beach Health Clinic 3396 Holland Road, Suite 102 Virginia Beach (757) 428-5601 Chesapeake Care 2145 South Military Highway Chesapeake (757) 545-5700 The Community Free Clinic of Newport News 727 25th St. Newport News (757) 594-4060 H.E.L.P. Free Clinic 1320 LaSalle Ave. Hampton (757) 727-2577 H.E.L.P. Free Dental Clinic 1325 LaSalle Ave. Hampton (757) 727-2577 HOPES Free Clinic-EVMS 830 Southhampton Ave, Norfolk (757) 446-0366 Lackey Free Clinic 1620 Old Williamsburg Road Yorktown (757) 886-0608 Olde Towne Medical and Dental Center 5249 Olde Towne Road Williamsburg (757) 259-3258 Park Place Dental Clinic 606 West 29th St. Norfolk (757) 683-2692

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Visiting Angels 704 Thimble Shoals Blvd., #600-B Newport News (757) 599-4145

Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital 2 Bernardine Dr. Newport News (757) 886-6000 Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center Granby St. & Kingsley Lane Norfolk (757) 889-5310 Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center 3636 High St. Portsmouth (757) 398-2200

Dorothy G. Hoefer Comprehensive Breast Center 11803 Jefferson Ave., Newport News (757) 594-1899 Hampton Roads Community Health Center 664 Lincoln St.Portmouth (757) 393-6363 Ocean View Medical and Dental Center 9581 Shore Dr. Nofolk (757) 393-6363 Park Place Family Medical Center 3415 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 393-6363 Riverside Hampton Roads Surgical Specialists 120 Kings Way, Suite 2800 Williamsburg (757) 345-0141 Riverside Doctors’ Hospital 1500 Commonwealth Ave. Williamsburg (757) 585-2200 Riverside Regional Medical Center 500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News (757) 594-2000 Sentara Independence 800 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 363-6100 Sentara CarePlex Hospital 3000 Coliseum Dr. Hampton (757) 736-1000 Sentara Heart Hospital 600 Gresham Dr. Norfolk (757) 388-8000

Bon Secours Health Center at Harbour View 5818 Harbour View Blvd. Suffolk (757) 673-5800

Sentara Leigh Hospital 830 Kempsville Road Norfolk (757) 261-6000

Bon Secours Surgery Center at Harbour View 5818 Harbour View Blvd., Suffolk (757) 673-5832

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital 600 Gresham Dr. Norfolk (757) 388-3000

Chesapeake Regional Medical Center 736 Battlefield Blvd. North Chesapeake (757) 312-8121

Sentara Obici Hospital 2800 Godwin Blvd. Suffolk (757) 934-4000

Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters 601 Children’s Lane Norfolk (757) 668-7098 CommuniCare Family Health Center 804 Whitaker Lane Norfolk (757) 393-6363

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Sentara Port Warwick 1031 Loftis Blvd. Newport News (757) 736-9898 Sentara Princess Anne 2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 507-0000 Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital 1060 First Colonial Road Virginia Beach (757) 395-8000

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center 100 Sentara Circle Williamsburg (757) 984-6000 MASSAGE THERAPY Oasis Healing Massage Jamestowne Professional Park, 1769 Jamestown Road Suite 209 Williamsburg (804) 916-9494 Spiral Path Massage and Bodywork 215 Ingram Road, Suite D Williamsburg (757) 209-2154 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Access AIDS Support 218 S. Armistead Ave. Hampton (757) 722-5511 222 W. 21st St., Suite F-308 Norfolk (757) 640-0929 Alzheimer’s Association 6350 Center Dr., Suite 102 Norfolk (757) 459-2405 213-B McLaws Circle Williamsburg (757) 221-7272 24-hour Helpline: (800) 272-3900 American Cancer Society 11835 Canon Blvd., Suite 102-A Newport News (757) 591-8330 American Diabetes Association 870 Greenbrier Circle, Suite 404 Chesapeake (757) 424-6662 American Heart Association 500 Plume St. East, Suite 110 Norfolk (757) 628-2610 American Parkinson’s Disease Association 4560 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach (757) 495-3062 American Red Cross 1323 W. Pembroke Ave. Hampton (757) 838-7320 3715 Strawberry Plains, Suite 1 Williamsburg 757-253-0228 6912 George Washington Memorial Highway Yorktown (757) 898-3090 The Arc of Greater Williamsburg 150 Strawberry Plains Rd, Suite D Williamsburg (757) 229-3535 The Arthritis Foundation 2201 W. Broad St., Suite 100 Richmond (804) 359-4900

Avalon: A Center for Women & Children Williamsburg (757) 258-5022

Food Bank of the Virginia Peninsula 2401 Aluminum Ave. Hampton (757) 596-7188

AWARE Worldwide, Inc. 6350 Center Dr., Bldg. 5, Suite 228 Norfolk (757) 965-8373

Food Bank of SEVA 800 Tidewater Dr. Norfolk (757) 627-6599

Beacon House Clubhouse for Brain Injury Survivors 3808-C Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 631-0222 Cancer Care Foundation of Tidewater 5900 Lake Wright Dr. Norfolk (757) 461-8488 Cancer Support Group - Kelly Weinberg Foundation kellyweinbergfoundation. org, info@ kellyweinbergfoundation.org (757) 250-3220 Center for Excellence in Aging & Lifelong Health 460 McLaws Circle Suite 110 Williamsburg (757) 220-4751 CHEAR, Inc. c/o Department of Otolaryngology, EVMS 600 Gresham Dr., Suite 1100 Norfolk (757) 634-3272 Child Development Resources 150 Point O’ Woods Road Norge (757) 566-3300 Citizens’ Committee to Protect the Elderly PO Box 10100 Virginia Beach (757) 518-8500

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board 300 Medical Dr. Hampton (757) 788-0300 Here for the Girls 1309 Jamestown Road, Suite 204 Williamsburg (757) 645-2649 Hope House Foundation 801 Boush St., Suite 302 Norfolk (757) 625-6161 Hospice House & Support Care of Williamsburg 4445 Powhatan Parkway Williamsburg (757) 253-1220 Jewish Family Service of Tidewater, Inc. 5000 Corporate Woods Dr. Suite 400 Virginia Beach (757) 321-2222 Lee’s Friends: Helping People Live with Cancer 7400 Hampton Blvd., Suite 201 Norfolk (757) 440-7501 Leukemia & Lymphoma Services 6350 Center Dr., Suite 216 Norfolk (757) 459-4670 National MS Society 760 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Suite 201 Virginia Beach (757) 490-9627

Colonial Behavioral Health 1657 Merrimac Trail Williamsburg (757) 220-3200

The Needs Network, Inc. 9905 Warwick Blvd. Newport News (757) 251-0600

Denbigh Clubhouse for Brain Injury Survivors 12725 McManus Blvd, Suite 2E Newport News (757) 833-7845

National Alliance on Mental IllnessWilliamsburg Area P.O. Box 89 Williamsburg (757) 220-8535

Dream Catchers Therapeutic Riding 10120 Fire Tower Road Toano (757) 566-1775 Edmarc Hospice for Children 516 London St.Portsmouth (757) 967-9251 Endependence Center, Inc. 6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk (757) 461-8007 Faith in Action 354 McLaws Circle, Suite 2 Williamsburg (757) 258-5890

National Alliance on Mental Illness-Norfolk Contact Lynn Martin Norfolk (757) 401-6318 Norfolk Community Services Board 225 W. Olney Road, Room 1 Norfolk (757) 664-6670

Peninsula Institute for Community Health 1033 28th St. Newport News (757) 591-0643 Peninsula Pastoral Counseling Center 707 Gum Rock Court Newport News (757) 873-2273 Protect Our Kids P.O. Box 561 Hampton (757) 727-0651 Respite Care Center for Adults with Special Needs 500 Jamestown Road Williamsburg (757) 229-1771 Ronald McDonald House 404 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 627-5386 St. Mary’s Home for Disabled Children 6171 Kempsville Circle Norfolk (757) 622-2208 Sarcoidosis Support Group/Charity #teamandreafight llc (757) 309-4334 The Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Foundation 1 Singleton Dr.Hampton (757) 827-8757 Senior Center of York 5314 George Washington Memorial Highway. Yorktown (757) 890-3444

Williamsburg Obstetrics & Gynecology 500 Sentara Circle, Suite 105 Williamsburg (757) 253-5653 ONCOLOGY The Paul F. Schellhammer Cancer Center- a division of Urology of Virginia 229 Clearfield Ave. Virginia Beach (757) 457-5177 Virginia Oncology Associates 725 Volvo Pkwy, Suite 200 Chesapeake (757) 549-4403 3000 Coliseum Dr., Suite 104 Hampton (757) 827-9400 1051 Loftis Blvd., Suite 100 Newport News (757) 873-9400 5900 Lake Wright Dr. Norfolk (757) 466-8683 5838 Harbour View Blvd., Suite 105 Suffolk (757) 484-0215 2790 Godwin Blvd., Suite 101 Suffolk (757) 539-0670 1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Suite 102 Virginia Beach (757) 368-0437

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia 5 Interstate Corporate Center 6350 Center Dr., Suite 101 Norfolk (757) 222-4509

500 Sentara Circle, Suite 203 Williamsburg (757) 229-2236

Susan G. Komen Tidewater 6363 Center Dr. Suite 205 Norfolk (757) 490-7794

Retina & Glaucoma Associates 113 Bulifants Blvd., Suite A Williamsburg (757) 220-3375

United Way 1182 Fountain Way Suite 206 Newport News (757) 873-9328

OPTOMETRY & OPHTHALMOLOGY

ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE

5400 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite 104 Williamsburg (757) 253-2264

Hampton Roads Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine 730 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 130 Newport News (757) 873-1554

The Up Center 1805 Airline Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 397-2121

5335 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite B Williamsburg (757) 253-0603

222 W. 19th St. Norfolk (757) 622-7017

Orthopaedic & Spine Center 250 Nat Turner Blvd. Newport News (757) 596-1900

Peninsula Agency on Aging 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 1006 Newport News (757) 823-1600

VersAbility Resources 2520 58th St. Hampton (757) 896-6461

312 Waller Mill Road, Suite 105 Williamsburg (757) 345-6277

We Promise Foundation 5700 Cleveland St. Suite 101 Virginia Beach (757) 233-7111

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OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

VA Medical Center 100 Emancipation Dr. Hampton (757) 722-9961

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Tidewater Orthopaedic Associates 901 Enterprise Parkway, Suite 900 Hampton (757) 827-2480 4037 Ironbound Road Williamsburg (757) 206-1004

PHYSICAL THERAPY & REHABILITATION Comber Physical Therapy and Rock Steady Boxing (Parkinson’s Program) 5388 Discovery Blvd., Ste 100 Williamsburg (757) 903-4230

Orthopaedic & Spine Center Physical Therapy 250 Nat Turner Blvd. Newport News (757) 596-1900

154 E Little Creek Road Norfolk (757) 797-0210 204 Gumwood Dr. Smithfield (757) 357-7762

Urology of Virginia Physical Therapy 225 Clearfield Ave. Virginia Beach (757) 466-3406

Pivot Physical Therapy 4020 Raintree Road, Suite D Chesapeake (757) 484-4241

2007 Meade Pkwy. Suffolk (757) 539-6300

PODIATRY

2004 Sandbridge Road, Suite 102 Virginia Beach (757) 301-6316

201 Bulifants Blvd., Ste B Williamsburg (757) 229-9740

135 W. Hanbury Road, Suite B Chesapeake (757) 819-6512

Dominion Physical Therapy & Associates, Inc. 304 Marcella Road, Suite E Hampton (757) 825-9446

927 N. Battlefield Blvd., Suite 200 Chesapeake (757) 436-3350

466 Denbigh Blvd. Newport News (757) 875-0861

1580 Armory Dr., Suite B Franklin (757) 562-0990

4624 Pembroke Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 460-3363

6970 Fox Hunt Lane, Gloucester (804) 694-8111

100 Winters St., Suite 106 West Point (757) 843-9033

2106 Executive Dr. Hampton (757) 838-6678

156-B Strawberry Plains Road Williamsburg (757) 565-3400

729 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 4-C (Pediatrics) Newport News (757) 873-2932 301 Riverview Ave. Norfolk (757) 963-5588 500 Rodman Ave., Suite 3 Portsmouth (757) 393-6119 5701 Cleveland St., Suite 600 Virginia Beach (757) 995-2700 Hampton Roads Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine 730 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 130 Newport News (757) 873-1554

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UROLOGY The Devine-Jordan Center for Reconstructive Surgery & Pelvic Health — a division of Urology of Virginia 225 Clearfield Ave. Virginia Beach (757) 457-5110 Urology of Virginia 4000 Coliseum Dr., Suite 300 Hampton (757) 457-5100 7185 Harbour Towne Pkwy., Suite 200 Suffolk (757) 457-5100 2202-A Beechmont Road, South Boston (434) 333-7760 400 Sentara Circle, Suite 310 Williamsburg (757) 345-5554 The Paul F. Schellhammer Cancer Center – a division of Urology of Virginia 229 Clearfield Ave. Virginia Beach (757) 457-5177

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COTU SOUTHERN FOOD FESTIVAL

Center of the Universe Brewing Co. is invading Sullivan Square and inviting all of our favorite New Town restaurants to come with us. Experience some good ol' fashioned southern cuisine while your toes are tapping to some down-home bluegrass music. And quench your thirst while sippin' on some delicious COTU brews and Sly Clyde Ciderworks ciders. WHEN: 12-6p WHERE: Sullivan Square New Town, Williamsburg $$: $5 in advance; $10 at the door; $60 VIP (advance only) MORE INFO: www.facebook.com/COTUBrew

YORKTOWN'S SISTER CITIES FRENCH MARKET

Celebrate the spirit of the Saturday market in PortVendres, Yorktown's sister city since 1990, during the seventh annual Sister Cities Yorktown French Market. Enjoy French music, wine and featured traditional market products such as fresh-baked bread and pastries, chocolates, macarons, crepes and authentic beignets (just to name a few!) WHEN: 10a-3p WHERE: Riverwalk Landing Yorktown $$: FREE MORE INFO: sistercitiesyorktown.org.

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DOWNTOWN HAMPTON KIWANIS FUN HUNT Explore Historic Sites & Downtown Businesses. Solve clues in an original scavenger hunt designed by the Speakeasy Escape Room. Enjoy food, beer, wine & spirits tastings in 10 participating restaurants. Free admission to the Hampton History Museum, Hampton Carousel and the Virginia Air & Space Center. Lots of great prizes! After party - Crowne Plaza/ Hampton Marina Hotel Lounge - starts at 3pm. Check-in begins at 10:30a (check in ends at 12:30p) WHEN: 11a-3p WHERE: Hampton History Museum $$: $5-$25 MORE INFO: eventbrite.com

The beer mile, at its most basic, consists of two things: drinking beer and running a mile. The origins of the beer mile are not known for sure, and over the years beer miles have been hosted with many different formats. The Norfolk Beer Mile will follow the most common beer mile format: drink one beer, run one quarter of a mile— four times. In all, you will consume four beers during the course of your one-mile run. WHEN: 10a-12p WHERE: Dockside Bar & Grill Norfolk $$: $30 MORE INFO: norfolkbeermile.com

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The 2019 Williamsburg Craft Beer Festival will feature more than 50 craft beers from at least 20 different breweries. Attendees will also enjoy live music and food for purchase from Old City BBQ and PROST! food truck. Proceeds from this event have generated more than $100,000 over the past five years to benefit local non-profit organizations. WHEN: 12-5p WHERE: Williamsburg Community Building $$: Gen admin $35; VIP $60 MORE INFO: williamsburgbeerfest.com/

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