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Calm Your Commute Healthy Conflict Love Languages Advances in Medicine: Passy-Muir Device Heart-Healthy Tips How Love Changes Your Brain
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Editor’s Note From the Heart There are a number of different ways people approach Valentine’s Day. Some people enjoy the chance to buy chocolates and flowers for that special someone and to get into the romance of it all. Parents — and I speak from experience here — use it as an opportunity to get all Pinteresty with the Valentine’s cards their children swap with their classmates at school. One year, my daughter begged me to help her bake heart-shaped, pink-frosted cookies for all of her friends. Then there are those who flat out despise such a happy, rainbows-and-unicorns kind of holiday, because if you don’t have a Valentine, well, then, the day might just serve as a dismal reminder. Others are turned off by the sheer commercialism of it all, with greeting cards given on Valentine’s Day amounting to about 25 percent of the cards given all year.
Isn’t there enough hate and distrust and uncertainty in the world today? Would it really be so bad to interject just a little extra love into the mix?” But the cutesy, hearts-and-flowers stuff aside, let’s think about the day for just a minute. Valentine’s Day is a day that celebrates love. It doesn’t matter what gender or race you are, or who you vote for; love, thankfully, does not push a political agenda. And despite its murky beginnings, which according to different legends could have either Christian or pagan roots, or both, there’s nothing religious about the holiday today. It is a holiday about love, and only love. What is wrong with that? Isn’t there enough hate, distrust and sadness in the world today? Is it really so bad to add just a little extra love into the mix? In this issue of the Health Journal, we focus on love. You’ll learn about the five love languages — different expressions of love that each of us are said to gravitate toward. Learning which language our partners most identify with — be it physical touch or acts of service, for example — may help strengthen relationships. You’ll also learn how love affects your brain (it’s a good thing), and whether certain kinds of food can help put you in the mood. You’ll also get a glimpse into a story about a boy with Williams syndrome, a genetic disorder that causes him to unconditionally love and trust everyone he meets, in a Q&A with author Jennifer Latson.
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Loving and trusting everyone. Isn’t that a concept? Imagine if we all tried to love others just a little bit more, or cared a little bit more about the world around us. Did you know that some studies have shown that a cynical attitude along with a general mistrust for people is linked to an increased risk for heart disease? On the other hand, spending time and laughing with a friend can give your emotional health a boost, and that’s good for your heart, too. So this Valentine’s Day, why not try embracing love? You don’t have to be in a relationship to celebrate. There’s plenty of love to spread. Hug your dog. Call your mom. Call your grandma. Play with your kids. Shovel your neighbor’s walkway next time it snows. Take a shopping cart back to where it belongs. Smile at a stranger. Buy a cup of coffee for the homeless guy on the corner. As you’ll read in these pages, love can be a pretty good thing.
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Two men brawling in a Chesapeake, Va., intersection because a van blocked a car’s passage. A woman beating up another in Virginia Beach because she thought her victim didn’t accelerate quickly enough when a light turned green. What’s with all the road rage? According to a 2014 AAA study, 3.7 percent of respondents said they had gotten out of their vehicles to confront another driver, and 2.8 percent admitted to purposely ramming or bumping another vehicle. A whopping 78 percent of the 2,705 drivers surveyed admitted to at least one aggressive driving behavior in the prior year, mostly yelling, honking and/or tailgating. Without having to take the proverbial chill pill, here are a few ways to calm your commute.
Time Management
The simplest way to stay calmer is to give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination. Leave 10 minutes earlier than necessary and you’ll be more patient with your fellow motorists.
Unclutter Your Car
“Just as your office desk or house reflects your inner state of mind, clutter in the cramped confines of your little Honda will subconsciously poke at you on the road,” advises Joseph Rose, former commuting
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columnist for The Oregonian. He suggests a quick endof-the-day pick up of any gas receipts or food debris, and a monthly dusting of the console and cleaning of the inside of the windshield. Smells also affect your mood. Wipe down your dash with an aromatherapy wipe or add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to a soft cleaning cloth for a more natural and sophisticated version of hanging a tree from your rear-view mirror.
Music Soothes the Savage Beast Listening to your favorite music will calm you down, right? Not according to the findings of a study conducted at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel. The study, which involved 85 teen drivers, concluded that they made more errors when listening to their chosen playlists, which tended to feature fastpaced rock, hip hop and pop songs. “Drivers in general are not aware that as they get drawn in by a song, they move from an extra-personal space involving driving tasks, to a more personal space of active music listening,” explains Warren Brodsky, BGU’s director of music science research. Instead, try turning the music off during more stressful commutes, or at least decreasing the volume. Avoid talk radio shows that get you worked up. Seek out songs with 60-80 beats per minute, the same tempo of a human’s resting heart rate.
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Quit the Clenching
“Mindfulness” is an overused word these days, but it’s useful here as the opposite of the distracteddriving epidemic. To practice mindful driving, pause when you get into your car. Take a couple of deep breaths and prepare for driving. Turn off your phone’s ringer. As you turn on the ignition, leave the music off. Listen to the sounds of your car. Notice feelings in your body. Are you clenching your jaw or gripping the wheel? Try to relax these tense areas. Notice your speed. Try driving at or slightly below the limit. Visit the slow lane for a change. Experience what it feels like to not be in a hurry. Scan your mirrors and keep an eye on the traffic around you. Stay focused on your bodily sensations and the sights and sounds of your surroundings, even at stoplights.
Stay Calm
Despite your efforts to be the epitome of a calm, mindful commuter, another driver might still get ticked off. As Rose says, “Most road rage accidents tend to happen after small or imagined slights from other motorists on the road. We tend to become fairly insular inside our vehicles, developing a ‘me vs. the world’ mentality.” You might never know what provoked another driver’s aggression, but suddenly she’s flipping you off and tailgating. Rose suggests acting like your kids are in the backseat, even if they aren’t. Resist the urge to slow down, potentially causing further provocation. “Don’t engage,” Rose says. “Turn the other cheek. Pull over if you need to. That angry chick in the Oldsmobile will get over it and just keep going.”
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hen most of my patients talk about dealing with conflict, they express an unwillingness to rock the boat. They might envision all the negative things traditionally associated with conflict, such as yelling, frustration or the inability to get another person to see their point of view. The thing about conflict is that it can (and does) pop up everywhere: home, work, among friends and romantic partners — quite simply, conflict is a part of life. Some people choose to avoid conflict because they don’t have the temperament for all that arguing and discord. What if I told you, however, that there are advantages to conflict? Healthy conflict resolution is actually a positive thing for all types of relationships. Conducted appropriately and faced head-on, resolving a conflict can actually enrich our interactions and improve our understanding of ourselves and those around us.
Why is Conflict Scary? Why does conflict have such a bad reputation? Probably because most people see a conflict as resulting in one winner and one loser. In other words, the winner gets everything they argued for, and the loser goes away feeling angry, unheard and even embarrassed. Engaging in conflict can also be intimidating because often, we don’t know how to do it properly. While discussing one issue, we tend to bring up other, unrelated things. This happens commonly among married or romantically involved couples. A discussion about who empties the dishwasher turns into an argument about who takes more responsibility around the house, which partner works harder, who is more controlling about how housework is done and so on. Without the proper approach to conflict resolution, it’s easy to see how something simple can spiral out of control. It’s no wonder conflict is perceived as something to avoid altogether.
Conflict Could be Good
Believe it or not, the right approach to conflict resolution is quite healthy. I coach my patients in the “reframing” of conflict resolution — approaching it strategically and with a goal in mind, not armed with defenses and preconceived ideas about the other party’s motivations. The benefit of working through something together, rather than avoiding it, is that it helps us see multiple perspectives, increases our flexibility and provides an opportunity to let go of frustration and grudges. Start by thinking about conflict resolution as a winwin, rather than a win-lose. This strategy allows each party to come away with something they want, employing flexibility as a path to compromise. Identify the problem at hand and commit to resolving only that issue — avoid dragging out past conflicts. It’s also important to listen to what the other person is saying and really absorb their SPONSORED CONTENT
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Conflict Among Couples
Couples conflicts include a lot of emotional investment from both partners. It can be difficult to manage conflict among couples because, like the dishwasher scenario, conflicts between couples often get derailed by attacks or “old” issues. For couples, seeking that beneficial win-win relies on hearing what the other person is saying, rather than defending your own point. Practice active listening and remember that this person is your partner, not your opponent. In a healthy marriage, this means they are not expressing their feelings in an effort to malign or attack; they just want you to know what’s going on in their head. Hearing and acknowledging their feelings demonstrates validation. Remind yourself, and your partner, that you do care about what bothers them. Thinking about this will allow you to consider ways in which you can take action and ensure you both feel as if you’ve won.
Disagreements at Work
At work, the fear of conflict stems from imagined repercussions. We avoid workplace conflict because we think we’ll get in trouble or wreck our professional reputation. But avoidance leads to passive-aggressive behavior and ultimately damages workplace relations worse than if you had dealt with the problem in the first place. In this situation, remember to set your emotions aside. Disagreeing with a colleague will not reflect badly on your talents or abilities, as long as it’s done in a professional way. Remember to practice active listening, demonstrate that you understand your coworker’s perspective and work with them to determine a solution that will prevent anyone from going away feeling like the “loser.”
Manage Your Expectations and Start Small
Reframing conflict so it’s a win-win for everyone is so beneficial, but it definitely takes practice. I always tell patients that it may not be perfect the first few times. It gets easier when you adjust your perspective and realize that there is always going to be conflict in our relationships. You might dread being in the middle of conflicts, but when you regard the resolutions for the opportunities and understanding they can provide, you may begin to accept them as a necessary and healthy part of life.
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Kiss your partner as you head off to work and hug them when they get home. Cuddle on the couch. If you have to spend time apart, give them a photo or physical reminder to make them feel loved. The worst thing to do is to touch them in a physically abusive way or to never touch them at all. Both will make them feel rejected and unloved.
Don’t discount this love language even if gifts don’t make you feel loved. There is no need to spend a lot of money — just slip your partner’s favorite snack or a gift card into their briefcase, or scrape a heart into the ice on their windshield. If the idea of a lifetime worth of gifts is overwhelming, you can ask your partner for a list of ideas. The worst thing to do if this is your partner’s love language is to forget a special occasion.
Heart If you answered the question on the earlier page and you want to know why you chose “C” over “A,” marriage counselor and author Gary Chapman has a hypothesis. In his bestselling book “The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts,” Chapman theorizes that everyone has a primary and a secondary love language. Those are the expressions that make us feel most loved. The list, translated into Chapman’s five love languages, is: A) Big hugs = Physical touch B) Gift of your favorite sweet = Receiving gifts C) Compliments about your wit = Words of affirmation D) Washing your car = Acts of service E) A picnic in the park = Quality time For clues to your partner’s love language, observe what they most often complain about not getting. This is also likely to be the expression of love your partner most readily gives to you. THEHEALTHJOURNAL.ORG
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If physical touch is your love language, you might be bothered by how your partner doesn’t try to hold hands while you are watching TV together. A person who prefers to receive love through physical touch will likely pat or hug their partner around the house. We may need all of the love languages at different times, but the ones that fall lowest on our personal love scales will have less of an emotional impact. Although it’s possible to have two that rank at the top of the list, one will usually prevail as the most important. The concept of love languages gives us a more positive framework to talk about what we are missing from our relationship. For instance, instead of criticizing your partner for being a workaholic, you can point out that you miss quality time with them. Even if our partner loves us, unless we receive it in our primary love language, it won’t feel like love.
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C D E Words of Affirmation
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Quality Time
This might not come easily to you if you were raised in a home where people didn’t compliment each other. It’s easy to do, though: Simply comment affectionately on your partner’s appearance or accomplishments. For a person who needs affirmation, fixing the broken screen door will not make them feel loved. The worst thing to do to a person who is loved by words is to criticize them.
Tasks, errands or other actions that lighten your partner’s load are acts of service. For some people, actions speak louder than words. Saying “I love you” may not mean as much to some people as having their spouse vacuum the house or wash the dishes. Ignoring your partner’s requests, while instead helping others, is the most hurtful thing you can do to a person who speaks the love language of service.
Undivided attention is the key to quality time. Quality means you aren’t distracted by your phone and you haven’t invited your neighbor over to join the two of you for a beer. This love language is expressed whenever you do something together, even if it’s just a trip to the grocery store. The worst thing to do to a quality time person is to go away for long periods of time or to spend more time with friends than with your partner.
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Make 10 hearts, using five different colors of paper. On each heart, write one love language and the definition. On the back write, “I feel loved when…” Each person gets a set of the five hearts and ranks them by placing the number of importance on the card – with one being the most important and five being the least important. Trade cards and as you discuss fun, practical, and even sexy ways to speak your partner’s love language, write them on the back of the hearts so you can keep them for future reference.
Spend some quality time with your partner guessing what each other’s primary and secondary love languages might be, and then take Chapman’s 30-question online test (5lovelanguages.com) to confirm your prediction. Once you know each other’s primary love language, “speak” that language as often as possible to improve your relationship and fill your partner’s emotional love.
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atients who are on ventilators are basically prisoners of the machine; without it, they can’t breathe on their own. “As you can imagine, being on a ventilator, having a machine essentially breathe for you, your quality of life is limited,” says Thomas Orsini, president/CEO of Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital, a long-term, acute-care hospital and nursing facility in Norfolk, Va. The hospital saw that it could fill a need, deciding to make itself a provider of choice for ventilator-dependent patients. In doing so, providers have mastered the use of the Passy-Muir Valve — a medical device that helps mechanically-ventilated patients and those who have tracheostomies talk, swallow and improve pulmonary functioning. The hospital’s “teamwork, education and utilization” of the valve recently earned it the designation as a Passy-Muir Center
of Excellence, making it one of only 15 facilities in the world to be named so. Lake Taylor has previously been recognized for its ventilator-weaning program. “It’s a team effort, providing a service and an outcome at Lake Taylor that [patients] maybe couldn't get somewhere else,” Orsini says. “It’s a tribute to the staff at Lake Taylor who worked towards this recognition.” Since patients stay longer at Lake Taylor than in an ordinary acutecare hospital, the staff has time to work closely with individuals to wean them off ventilators. A ventilator is a machine that physically moves air in and out of people’s lungs when they can’t breathe on their own. “Slowly, we try to get them off, whether it’s for one minute, two minutes, five minutes, 10 minutes,” Orsini says. “We build up to what they can tolerate.”
Ariel Mendez was a 22-year-old Navy sonar technician in Sept. 2016 when she started having weakness in her arms and legs and ended up diagnosed with Guillain-Barre syndrome, a rare disorder in which the body's immune system attacks the nerves. After therapy at Lake Taylor Transitional Hospital using the Passy-Muir Valve, Mendez was able to regain her speech and eventually breathe and eat on her own. "The worst feeling ever — just laying in the bed, not able to move, not able to speak. Now that I can, I'm so grateful."
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Even if patients can’t breathe without a ventilator, the Passy-Muir Valve helps patients talk, swallow and chew — things ventilator-dependent patients and those who have had tracheostomies can’t otherwise do. A tracheostomy is a temporary or permanent medical procedure where a surgeon cuts an opening just below a patient’s vocal cords to insert a tube into his or her windpipe. This allows air to enter the lungs without going through the patient’s nose, mouth or throat. A doctor performs a tracheostomy when conditions block the upper airways, or when patients will require ventilators for more than a couple of weeks. The Passy-Muir Valve is placed on the hub of the tracheostomy tube or along the ventilator, redirecting air flow through the vocal folds, mouth and nose and therefore enabling voice and improved communication. The valve was invented by the late David A. Muir, who was diagnosed with Duchenne’s Disease when he was only 5 years old. This progressive muscular dystrophy eventually took away his speech. "This greatly frustrated him, so he began to study the equipment he was hooked up to," Patricia Passy, who later became Muir’s partner, told the Los Angeles Times in a 1990 interview. "From that, he designed a prototype for the valve that would allow him to speak." Passy and Muir went into business together in 1985, at a time when there was virtually no education offered on communication options for tracheostomized and ventilatordependent patients. While Muir originally designed the valve for speech, many other benefits soon became apparent, including weaning patients off ventilators, improving swallowing function, controlling infection and improving the patient’s sense of smell. During the first five years of their partnership, Muir and Passy brought the valve to more than 100,000 ventilator patients in hospitals across the United States. In 1990, the 28-year-old Muir, who was a quadriplegic, fell out of his wheelchair, knocking out his oxygen tube. He slipped into a coma and died, leaving behind the legacy of a medical device that still helps people around the world. Lake Taylor Hospital strives to give patients something they can’t get elsewhere, Orsini says. Its reputation has drawn ventilator-dependent patients from around the region, from pediatrics to geriatrics. In addition to the Passy-Muir apparatus, Lake Taylor provides ventilator patients with adaptive laptops that work in conjunction with cursors attached to patients’ hands, lips or foreheads. They can surf the Internet, send emails and watch movies. “They can have a quality of life that they couldn’t maybe otherwise,” Orsini says. Orsini says he hopes that being named a Passy-Muir Center of Excellence will continue to advance Lake Taylor. “Good things attract good people,” he says. “Being part of a center of excellence, potential employees or respiratory therapists hopefully would want to come here to work.” ADVANCES IN MEDICINE
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Things You Can Do Every Day
To Keep Your Heart Healthy BY KIM O'BRIEN ROOT
Get up and move
Fire up that Fitbit you got for Christmas and get in those steps! Park a little farther from the grocery store or walk up the stairs instead of taking the elevator. Don’t sit for too long — take a few short walks throughout the day, even if it’s just around your house or office. Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise every day.
Get enough sleep
If you’re not sleeping enough, you could be at a higher risk for cardiovascular disease no matter what else you do. Sleeping too little — less than 7 hours a night — is thought to cause disruptions in underlying health conditions and biological processes, including blood pressure and inflammation.
Eat healthy fats
We all need fats in our diet, including saturated and polyunsaturated and unsaturated fats. But stay away from trans fats, which can clog arteries, raise bad cholesterol levels and increase the risk of developing heart disease or having a stroke. Read food labels to make sure you’re avoiding trans fats, which are found in some processed foods and appear as “hydrogenated” or “partially hydrogenated” oils.
Brush and floss daily
Dental health is a good indication of overall health, including your heart, because those who have periodontal (gum) disease often have the same risk factors for heart disease. Bacteria found in the mouth has been shown to increase a protein that’s a marker for inflammation in the blood vessels.
Avoid secondhand smoke
You already know not to smoke, but it’s also almost as important to avoid secondhand smoke. The risk of developing heart disease is about 25 to 30 percent higher for people exposed to secondhand smoke at home or work. The chemicals emitted from cigarette smoke can cause plaque buildup in the arteries of nonsmokers who have high blood pressure or high cholesterol.
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here are several neurotransmitters or chemicals involved in romantic love, which could be considered courtship or pursuing a partner,” says Dr. David Spiegel, a psychiatrist and professor in the Eastern Virginia Medical School's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. Spiegel says these neurotransmitters and their interactions with different structures in the brain can change your thoughts, mood and behaviors as a relationship progresses. The biggest biochemical players in feelings of love are dopamine, oxytocin and vasopressin. Dopamine Dopamine, a chemical associated with feelings of pleasure and euphoria, plays a huge role in the beginning of a relationship. Dopamine is part of the reward system of the brain, a complicated system that includes structures such as the nucleus accumbens and cadaute nucleus. These structures of the brain are not just used for falling in love, but are involved in the enjoyment of food and sex, too. Your brain always wants more dopamine, encouraging you to seek out sex and relationships. As love progresses, dopamine interacts with other neurotransmitters that leave you wanting more and more time with just that special someone. It helps you feel excited and euphoric around your new partner. Unfortunately, too much dopamine can make you ignore important information from another important set of structures in the brain: the social interaction network. This network, including the medial prefrontal cortex, helps you fall in love and understand social interactions. It helps you identify emotions and feelings of other people, letting you know if the other person is as interested in you as you are in them. However, when you have too much dopamine, you miss out on this important information. That can lead to obsessive behavior and jealousy — the negative sides of love. Oxytocin and Vasopressin Oxytocin, called the love or cuddle hormone, helps couples build feelings of attachment as the relationship progresses. Stored in the brain, the hormone is known for being released at orgasm and at the moment of childbirth — it’s also partly responsible for the bond between a mother and baby.
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“Beyond the initial head-over-heels and emotional part of love, there is also partner attachment and pair bonding,” says Spiegel. “When head-over-heels love is gone, you have decreased dopamine, but more oxytocin and vasopressin are involved.” As you move further into a committed relationship, oxytocin helps you feel calm and secure. These positive effects even help you feel calmer when you are not in the same place as your partner. Oxytocin changes how your body responds to stress. Just thinking of your partner may help you lower your heart rate, reduce sweating and help you make more rational decisions. Oxytocin helps support long-term love by changing how you react to your partner, too. Parts of the brain including the insula (which helps you be self-aware) and the anterior cingulate cortex (which controls motivated behaviors) react differently to the person you love than to other people. “One reason why a relationship works is because if you are in a conflict with someone you love, you adjust your cognitive strategies to resolve conflicts,” says Spiegel. “You are going to solve problems differently with someone you love to maintain the relationship.” Vasopressin serves a similar role as oxytocin. It helps build bonds and contribute to longer-term, monogamous love. It helps you develop a preference for your partner, instead of encouraging you to seek out many partners. Without these three hormones, romantic relationships in humans are not possible. You need dopamine to enjoy being with your partner, vasopressin to motivate you to seek out your specific partner and oxytocin to maintain your relationship long-term. There are a few other hormones at work, too. The sweaty palms and racing heart when you first fall in love come courtesy of adrenaline. And when you’re in love, testosterone — the sex hormone in both men and women that gives us libido and sex drive — is elevated. If your Valentine were to say, “You raise my levels of oxytocin and vasopressin, baby,” it wouldn’t sound very romantic. But your partner has the power to change your brain — the very thing that makes you, you. Without the person you love and their effects on your brain, you wouldn’t be the person you are today. What’s more romantic than that?
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World Wide Web of Wellness How Telemedicine is Changing Healthcare
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t’s estimated that 7 million people will turn to the Internet this year to visit a doctor. Telemedicine — the use of telecommunications and information technology to provide clinical health care from a distance — is not only changing how medicine is practiced, but how each one of us thinks about his or her role in staying healthy. The history of telemedicine is as old as the telecommunications industry itself. In April of 1924, Radio News Magazine featured an illustration of a physician attending to a patient through a video call — thereby foretelling the synthesis of modern technology and the age-old practice of healing. The merger literally took off like a rocket when, in the 1960s, NASA developed technology into early spacecraft and spacesuits to monitor astronauts' physiological status. Back on Earth and a mere 50 years later, about 70 percent of employers plan to offer telemedicine services as an employee benefit, and an estimated 90 percent of healthcare executives said their organizations have implemented or are developing telemedicine programs. In Hampton Roads, Va., all three major health systems — Bon Secours Health System, Riverside Health
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System and Sentara Healthcare — are nationally recognized for being “most wired” hospitals and for their adaption of telehealth and mobile technology. For many people, the idea of having a virtual visit with their healthcare provider seems too impersonal and too “high tech.” They make the case that the personal touch of a face-to-face encounter adds to the healing process and that diagnosing across cyberspace is prone to too many errors. Telemedicine advocates counter that patient satisfaction often increases with the use of e-visits due to ease of access, convenience of appointments and absence of long waits in rooms filled with, let’s face it, other sick people. When it comes to concerns about misdiagnosis, it’s important to remember that many of us get our medical advice after asking a family member or friend, “What do you think this is?” Additionally, websites like WebMD are visited by millions of people seeking self-diagnosis — Dr. Google, anyone? According to a Pew Research study, 35 percent of people who self-diagnosed online did not visit a clinician to get their initial diagnosis confirmed. In these cases, virtual visits can decrease misdiagnosis by acting as a bridge between a patient’s online research and a qualified specialist. The initial selling point of telemedicine was that those in under-served, rural areas would now have access to the same level of care as those in more urban, highly populated areas. Pushed along by a $16 million grant from the federal government in 2016, these hard-to-reach areas have benefitted from the ease of access — assuming their locality has a supportive Internet structure. Studies of patients who have accessed telemedicine report a growing list of pros, while the downside is often related to technical problems and/or provider problems with reimbursement. Among populations with chronic illnesses, not only is there satisfaction with the service, there is an increase in treatment compliance and a measurable decrease in hospital admissions. As anyone who has ever missed, forgotten or just plain refused a follow-up visit knows, the key to a healthier self is to make contact with a health professional. As medicine enters into the on-demand world of high tech, it stands to reason that patients will feel more in control of, and like contributors to, their health status. In a classic case of “back to the future,” we stand at the forefront of the return to the time-honored tradition of house calls. That these new house calls are taking place over great distances, while offering the connectivity to a world wide web of wellness, means they offer the best of both worlds — delivering the skills of an expanding medical science whenever and wherever they’re needed. While e-visits will never completely replace the need for the personal hands-on touch of healthcare, they can increase the personal investments we all have in healthcare. Summoning health providers, who themselves have access to an interconnected world of health information, with the click of a mouse means greater options and opportunities for feeling in charge of one’s wellness. Rather than being another example of technology replacing the human element, telemedicine represents the next stage of evolution toward living healthier and happier lives. And that’s just what the doctor ordered.
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Canyon of the Eagles Resort BY TERESA BERGEN
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very guest room at the Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park and Resort comes with a pair of white rocking chairs outside, many with a view of the nearby picturesque lake. This tells a lot about the kind of place it is — one that encourages its guests to get outside, enjoy natural beauty and take a break from a high-tech world. Located 74 miles northwest of Austin in Texas Hill Country, guests can easily fill a few days with on-site fun or venture into surrounding Burnet County. Lake Buchanan is the biggest draw. Visitors can rent kayaks at the camp store or take a guided pontoon boat cruise. The boat seats about 10 and offers close-up views of waterfalls, herons, Spanish goats and, in winter, American bald eagles. About 25 of these iconic birds nest there every winter and early spring. Binoculars help guests see every feather, and the captain readily answers questions about geography and wildlife. The nature park and resort encompasses 940 acres; visitors can hike over 14 miles of manicured trails suitable for all abilities, including one path planted to attract maximum birds and butterflies. There’s even a labyrinth for meditative walks and specialized walks that allow you to bring along your dog. By night, guests who want to trade their little screens for a peek at the really big picture can visit the on-site observatory. Astronomer Jim Sheets is there at least five nights a week, guiding visitors’ telescope-gazing and answering questions about celestial bodies. “Stars all live a life span,” he explains, bringing outer space alive for guests of all ages. “They all do the same job of turning hydrogen into helium. That’s what every star does for a living. All die. Some have puny little deaths, others huge explosions.” In this dark sky country, it’s easy to fall in love with astronomy, especially after getting a good look at Jupiter and its four moons, or at Saturn, rings and all. Meals at Canyon of the Eagles are incredible, both for quality and for the lake views from the restaurant’s floor-to-ceiling windows. It’s an easy place to plan a health-conscious getaway. Call ahead if you have a special diet and they’ll make sure something special awaits you. For example, a vegan might be served a special four-course dinner of watermelon gazpacho, hummus with chips, ancient grains with mushrooms and cantaloupe sorbet on basil leaves. The breakfast buffet offers healthful choices such as fruit and oatmeal.
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Kayaking Inks Lake State Park Visitors who want to leave the resort and visit the surrounding area will find beautiful, scrubby Texas scenery. Buchanan is the first and biggest of six highland lakes that stair-step down to Lake Travis near Austin. Texas decided to build these man-made lakes after 15 raging, destructive floods hit the Colorado River between 1843 and 1937. Inks Lake State Park curves around the second lake in the chain. It’s known for a rock called Valley Spring Gneiss, which is the German word for sparkly. Kids swim and dare each other to jump off the high rocks at Devil’s Waterhole, a natural hot springs where early settlers came to bathe. Visitors who want to explore on their own can rent kayaks or pedal-powered boats by the hour. For a real steal, join one of the park’s interpretive paddles for only $3, kayak included.
Exploring Longhorn Cavern Dripstones, flowstones, stalagmites and soda-straw stalactites are some of the amazing stones visitors will see while hiking through Longhorn Cavern. A trip to the 68-degree, naturally air-conditioned caverns at Longhorn Cavern State Park, about 30 miles south of the Canyon of the Eagles, is especially enjoyable on hot summer days. A standard guided walking tour takes about 1.5 hours and covers 1.5 miles round-trip over easy footing. Those who want more excitement can shimmy through dark tunnels and wade in mysterious puddles on the wild cave tour. If you’re venturing into Longhorn Cavern, an appreciation — or at least tolerance — for bats and daddy long-leg spiders is highly recommended.
If You Go The easiest way to get to Canyon of the Eagles from Virginia is to fly from Richmond or Norfolk to Austin, then rent a car and drive the last 74 miles. San Antonio is another possibility, but requires driving 118 miles to the resort. It takes a while to get there, but really feels like a magical, isolated land once you do. In addition to guest rooms, Canyon of the Eagles offers camping for tents and RVs. For more information, visit canyonoftheeagles.com.
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"I feel like I was bamboozled in a sense, because I always thought the face of stroke looked like our grandmothers."
Profile BY ALISON JOHNSON
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ntil Feb. 22, 2002, the day Tamika Quinn woke up with the worst headache of her life, she admits to living in ignorance. A 27-year-old woman couldn’t have a stroke, right? Not a young mother of three who had given birth to a healthy daughter 10 days earlier. Not even one who was overweight and had been diagnosed with high blood pressure like several other family members. It must be a bad migraine. Yet this headache felt like an elephant sitting on Quinn’s skull, and a few hours later, her field of vision began to shrink. By the time the Chesapeake, Va., woman reached Sentara Norfolk General Hospital that evening, she was speaking incoherently and one side of her face was drooping. She had suffered a serious stroke, and she had a second stroke three days later in the intensive care unit. Now 42, Quinn is a passionate ambassador for the American Heart Association (AHA), sharing her story to encourage other women — particularly younger African-Americans — to live healthfully, schedule regular doctor’s appointments and know their family medical history. “I feel like I was bamboozled in a sense, because I always thought the face of stroke looked like our grandmothers,” she says. “I realized I was the face of stroke. I now have a personal responsibility to set the record straight.” Quinn’s narrative is vital because she has created new diet and exercise habits not only for herself, but also for her family’s next generation, notes Teri Arnold, director of marketing and communications for AHA’s Mid-Atlantic Affiliate. Her family includes a daughter diagnosed with obesity and high cholesterol at age 9. “So many women go about their daily lives and never think they are going to have a heart attack or stroke, especially when they’re younger,” Arnold says. “This was a huge wake-up call for Tamika.” African-Americans are at higher risk for both heart disease and stroke due to a prevalence of the most common contributing factors: obesity, hypertension and diabetes. Among non-Hispanic blacks age 20 and older, 63 percent of men and 77 percent of women are overweight or obese, according to AHA statistics. High blood pressure also tends to develop earlier in blacks; research suggests some may carry a gene that increases sensitivity to salt. Growing up in an impoverished section of Philadelphia, Quinn
never worried much about her weight because many relatives also were heavy. Her family did try to eat fruits and vegetables, but they had to take two buses to a grocery store with fresh produce. They tended to cook plenty of fried foods and fatty meats. Nobody discussed hypertension because, in Quinn’s opinion, AfricanAmericans often are reluctant to share medical concerns. Quinn developed high blood pressure while pregnant with her third child. When a doctor prescribed medication, however, Quinn didn’t take it because she felt she was too young. The two strokes paralyzed her left side for months, forcing Quinn to relearn how to walk, talk and tie her shoes. Still, she reverted to old eating habits a few years later. Then two things happened: Quinn saw a doctor for her migraines and heard she was at risk for another stroke, and she discovered her middle daughter, Cashara, was quickly headed down the same road, even as an elementary-school student. Together, Quinn and Cashara completed a nutrition course at Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters in Norfolk, Va., and began regular workouts at the YMCA. They gradually transitioned from whole to skim to almond milk, eliminated beef, pork and sweetened beverages, limited fried foods and bread, and worked to control portion sizes. “We ate using saucers for several months initially because that was the only way to ensure my daughter wasn’t overeating, and at the time it was life or death,” Quinn recalls. Cashara, now 18, lost 40 pounds, lowered her cholesterol and is thriving as a freshman at Hampton University. Daughter Sequoia, 15, also follows the family health plan, while Quinn is down to one blood pressure medication rather than three. Quinn came to Hampton Roads via the Navy — she was a Hospital Corpsman for four years — and owns two businesses, one that plans empowerment workshops for women and girls and another that organizes glam spa parties for kids. Also mother to an adult son, Jamir, Quinn has had to function as a single parent for the past six years after losing her 34-year-old husband to thyroid cancer. While she still deals with some loss of memory and muscle control, Quinn is grateful for her health — and no longer feels bamboozled. “I don’t want other women to make the same mistakes I did,” she says. “If we’re more educated, we can change things for ourselves and our children, and all the children after that.”
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Jennifer Latson BY KIM O’BRIEN ROOT
Can you imagine being incapable of distrust? Of seeing everyone as a friend and unconditionally loving everyone you meet? That’s exactly what happens with someone who has Williams syndrome, a genetic disorder that erases social inhibitions and causes one to be exceptionally friendly and trusting. Jennifer Latson’s first book, “The Boy Who Loved Too Much: A True Story of Pathological Friendliness,” follows the story of 12-year-old Eli D’Angelo as he navigates adolescence with Williams syndrome. The book, published last year, tells the story of Eli and his mother, Gayle, while at the same time explaining the science and history of Williams syndrome. Latson, a 37-year-old former newspaper reporter, has earned rave reviews for her book, including from the Boston Globe, which called her narrative “moving and heartbreaking” and praised her for opening “a clear window on a littleunderstood genetic disorder.” We asked her about the book and how she came to write it.
What is Williams syndrome? Williams is a very rare condition; it affects about 1 in every 10,000 people, or about 30,000 Americans. There are a lot of different symptoms, but the one that’s most obvious is the “Williams personality,” a tendency to be extremely outgoing, charming and friendly. People with Williams have never met a stranger. They love everyone, trust everyone and treat everyone with kindness. Some of the more serious symptoms of Williams are intellectual disability and a heart condition that can be deadly. But there are some symptoms that are more like gifts, including a tendency to be highly musical and the verbal dexterity that makes them such good conversationalists. They also have distinctive facial features, which are described as “elfin” and include full cheeks, a narrow chin, a short, upturned nose and a wide smile. How did you meet Eli and his mother, Gayle? Did you know you wanted to write a book about them from the start? I knew I wanted to write about Williams syndrome, and I reached out to the Williams Syndrome Association, the national organization that works to support people with Williams and their families. My plan was to focus on one family and tell the story of Williams through their experiences. I wanted to know how someone with Williams would navigate adolescence and become an independent adult with this incredible openness and trust that makes them so endearing but so vulnerable. It was actually Eli’s mom, Gayle, who drew me to them, although I was totally charmed by Eli, too. But the more I reported their experiences, the more I came to see Gayle as the hero of the story. I was overwhelmed by the incredible sacrifices she made every day for him. She faced the challenge every parent faces: giving your kid the space to become their own person, even when you want to shelter them from every possible danger. But for her the anxieties, and the risks, were multiplied by a million.
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You spent three years following Eli. How did you know when it was time to write the book? The short answer is that Eli’s transition from middle school to high school was a natural end point, and he had grown and matured so much from age 12 to 15 that there was a clear narrative arc spanning those years. But I didn’t want to stop reporting, especially because his middle school years were so tough and in high school he really started to flourish. Without giving away any spoilers, I’ll say that he achieved some things Gayle had thought he might never be capable of, and it was so heartening to witness them that I wanted to add more and more of his successes. What do you want readers to most know about Eli? What struck me the most about Eli is that even though his life is difficult, and he sometimes gets frustrated with his own limitations, his default mode is sheer joy. He wakes up singing in the morning — literally. In fact, he’s singing pretty much all the time. Small gestures fill him with immense gratitude. I once brought him the toy from a McDonald’s kid meal and he responded as if I’d given him a priceless diamond. I can’t tell you how many times he told me, “I’m so glad you’re here! This is the best day ever.” Or how many times a day he told Gayle he loved her, that she was the best mom, that she was beautiful, etc. What do you hope readers will take away from reading your book? I was hoping that studying people with Williams would teach me the secret to making better small talk. But what I learned was that they didn’t have a magic formula for winning people over — or at least, it wasn’t the words they used. It was the fact that they cared so genuinely about other people, and that they radiated sincere warmth and compassion. I’d also thought that being so open and guileless would make them the targets of constant exploitation, and while they are of course highly susceptible to being taken advantage of, it wasn’t something that happened all the time. Most of the time, their good will brought out the good will in other people. This was your first book, and it was a pretty emotional topic. Did the experience affect you at all? Yes, absolutely. Getting to know people with Williams was life-changing for me. I think “first book” might be an optimistic description — at this point, it’s hard for me to imagine ever writing another book. What could possibly be as interesting and as rewarding as embedding with the Williams community? My experience with Eli and Gayle changed the way I see the world and the way I interact with other people. They’re both hugely inspiring to me, in different ways, and they’ve both made me a better person. I’m a more tolerant, accepting person now because of how tolerant and accepting Eli was of me — and everyone he met.
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aternity services and care have evolved over similar at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical the years with pregnant women now having Center. Maternity amenities at Bon Secours facilities, more choices than ever when it comes to meanwhile, include private family suites and jacuzzi childbirth. tubs for relaxation. “There’s been more focus on providing more “It is important to also keep in mind that no two options to women and their partners,” says Dr. pregnancies are alike and moms and families deserve a Janet Matthews, an obstetrician-gynecologist with delivery experience that is unique to them and based on Hampton Roads OB/GYN Center in Norfolk, Va. their preferences,” says Jackie Jones, clinical manager of “These options can range from low or no intervention the Sentara CarePlex Maternity Center. birthing experiences to an experience that is more Amy Peters and her husband, William, welcomed the medically supported to accommodate women with first child to be born at the new maternity center on Dec. more complex health issues.” 31st. Third-time mom Peters, who had a girl, Clara Rose, Though some women may prefer a home birth, was pleased with her experience. a water birth or using a midwife during labor and “I was impressed with the security measures in delivery, most pregnant women place for visitors, so I felt Maternity services and care have choose hospitals for their very safe delivering there,” evolved over the years with pregnant Peters says. “I was impressed care. Midwifery in a hospital setting is growing in popularity. women now having more choices than that I was able to hold my ever when it comes to childbirth. Currently, Bon Secours offers baby immediately after she the region’s only Midwifery was born. I was able to hold Center at DePaul Medical Center in Norfolk. her the entire time they were finishing my surgery, “The risk of maternal or fetal injury in child birth is and that was something I hadn’t experienced with my the reason for hospital care,” says Dr. Jeff Morrison, an first two daughters. I really enjoyed that time. My obstetrician-gynecologist with Tidewater Physicians nurses were also very attentive and made the recovery Multispecialty Group, or TPMG, in Newport News. process easy.” “The issues are rare, but the risk of injury in the rare cases Jones and her team say they strive to customize each is high. In those rare emergencies, being at a hospital pregnant woman’s experience from the moment she that can provide the needed care can make the difference shows up to bring her new little one into the world. between a good or bad outcome.” “To help us provide this for them, each mom has the Dr. Renee Morales, an obstetrician-gynecologist option to complete a personalized profile that helps with Western Branch Obstetrics and Gynecology in us understand her lifestyle, comfort and experience Portsmouth, agrees. preferences beyond the typical medical options,” “You want to be in a place where you can address any Jones says. “From knowing food sensitivities, their medical needs immediately,” she says. preferred calming methods and cultural and religious Women also want to be as comfortable as possible beliefs, to simply knowing how they would like to be during the labor, delivery and recovery process. Sentara treated while in the hospital, this form enables us to CarePlex Hospital in Hampton kept that in mind when understand the mom as an individual and anticipate reintroducing its maternity services in December. her needs.” At the new Sentara CarePlex Hospital Family No matter how a woman decides to give birth, Maternity Center, pregnant women remain in one she should be sure to turn to her support system for room throughout the entire process. Each room is guidance. equipped with an adjustable bassinet and baby warmer, “Finding a provider or group that offers flexibility is a fridge and coffee maker and other amenities as important,” Morrison says. “Also, developing a good well as plenty of space for women to labor. There’s rapport with the providers can make for a very enjoyable even a corner where dads-to-be have their own access experience for everyone involved. Mothers should feel to television controls. The setup — known as the comfortable to ask questions and understand the choices labor/delivery/recovery/postpartum model — is they are making around their care.”
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Taste Appeal
sex
Get your drive out of neutral with
aphrodisiacs BY JOHN-MICHAEL JALONEN
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odern life is all about shortcuts. We’re all looking for faster, easier and more efficient ways to do the most complicated parts of our lives. This applies to love and romance, too. Romance in the 21st century is a multi-billion dollar industry, one where apps and algorithms act as matchmakers, and swiping your thumb left or right on your smartphone can be the difference between connecting with someone or not. One aspect of human romantic relationships that futuristic and intelligent technology can’t seem to crack is a person’s sex drive. There’s no algorithm for increasing libido ... yet. So, what do you do if your sex drive is really stuck in neutral this Valentine’s Day? There’s no app for making you want to “do it” more — unless by “app” you mean appetizer. What if the modern shortcut to turning up the heat between the sheets was actually something as primal as food? The idea that certain kinds of foods and their nutritional or mystic qualities might possess an extra oomph in each bite goes back thousands of years. Aphrodisiacs — named after the Greek goddess of love Aphrodite — are foods traditionally believed to increase libido to varying degrees. Using food to increase sex drive goes back to the time of the accomplished Roman doctor Galen, who wrote that foods that were most similar to sex were the most likely to induce lust. Galen’s belief — held by some to this day — was that “warm and moist” foods were natural aphrodisiacs. The influences of aphrodisiacs and the beliefs behind them span across cultures and history. Different cultures valued different properties of foods that made them inherently more sexual than others. Often, foods were believed to be aphrodisiacs simply because they were rare. For example, potatoes were once delicacies in Europe and believed to increase one’s sex drive. If only it were as easy as eating French fries! In Western European and American cultures, some of the most common aphrodisiacs are oysters, strawberries and chocolate. But across the world, the list of foods believed to increase sexual desire varies greatly, from sea cucumbers in China to baboon urine in Zimbabwe.
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The question surrounding aphrodisiacs remains: Do they work? Can a fig really boost sexual stamina? Does munching on asparagus really increase blood flow, um, down there? The science of aphrodisiacs remains inconclusive. Several studies have been conducted to reveal the true efficacy of different foods used to increase sex drive, but most have revealed that there is no scientific evidence to support the idea that food plays any role in increasing libido. A July 2015 study by doctors Elizabeth West and Michael Krychman in the journal of the International Society for Sexual Medicine explored which aphrodisiacs were scientifically worth trying. The study analyzed data from 50 other scientific studies related to the science of food and sex. What did they find? Chocolate and oysters, the most famous foods thought to be aphrodisiacs, probably don’t do a thing to increase sex drive. What the study did find, however, was that the food most likely to get you in the mood was ginseng. Ginseng, a root commonly used in tea and energy drinks with a plethora of possible health benefits, works as a natural stimulant that can increase blood flow and stamina. Before embarking on a sexual buffet of new and unusual foods this Valentine’s Day, though, be sure to consult with your doctor, as certain foods and ingredients commonly thought to increase sex drive can also have unintended side effects if you’re not used to them. For example, gingko — one popular aphrodisiac — can be taken as a supplement, but has potential side effects that include dizziness and nausea. And beware of the legendary love drug Spanish fly. Ingesting it might cause a rush of blood to the nether regions, but it can burn the mouth and throat and cause urinary infections and in extreme cases, death. Plus, it’s made from dried beetle dung, and who wants to eat that? According to Shakespeare, “If music be the food of love, play on,” but for many seeking out ways to make this Valentine’s Day truly spicy — food is the food of love.
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Want to
Spice Up
yourValentine’s Day?
If you’re looking to heat up the bedroom this February 14th, try whipping up some of these aphrodisiac-filled dishes: • • • •
Start with a Pomegranate & Arugula Salad Try a few Raw Oysters before the main course Spice up your meal with Ginger Chili Citrus Salmon Move on to dessert with a dozen romantic Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
• And don’t forget the wine!
Pomegranate & Arugula Salad Ingredients 1/2 lemon, juiced 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 3/4 cup olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 5 cups lightly packed arugula 1 cup mixed greens 1 pomegranate, seeds only 1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano shavings 1/4 cup toasted walnuts 1 shallot, sliced Directions To make vinaigrette, combine lemon juice, honey and vinegar in a mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while you whisk to emulsify. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Toss salad ingredients together and dress with the vinaigrette.
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Ginger Chili Citrus Salmon Ingredients
Serves 6
4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets 1 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup honey 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons grated orange zest 2 teaspoons chopped garlic 1/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons ground ginger 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon salt Directions
Place salmon in a single layer in a large baking dish. Whisk together vinegar, olive oil, honey, lime juice, lemon juice, orange zest, garlic, sugar, ground ginger, chili powder, red pepper flakes and salt in a large bowl. Pour over salmon. Marinate, refrigerated, for 1 to 3 hours. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate. Remove fish from marinade. Discard used marinade. Place fish on preheated grill. Cook just until it flakes easily with a fork, about 5 minutes per side. You can also bake in a 375-degree oven for 15 minutes.
Used with permission by allrecipes.com. Submitted by RBENEKE
Chocolate-DippedStrawberries Ingredients 1 pint (2 cups) medium-large strawberries (18 to 20 strawberries) 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips or white vanilla baking chips 1 teaspoon shortening or vegetable oil
Unique relaxation experience for couples or a ladies' day out!
Steps 1. Gently rinse strawberries and dry on paper towels (berries must be completely dry). Line cookie sheet with waxed paper. 2. In 1-quart saucepan, melt chocolate chips and shortening over low heat, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. 3. Dip lower half of each strawberry into chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip back into saucepan. Place on waxed paper-lined tray or cookie sheet. 4. Refrigerate uncovered about 30 minutes or until chocolate is firm. Store covered in refrigerator so chocolate does not soften (if made with oil, chocolate will soften more quickly at room temperature).
Wine Pairings
There are a few good rules to follow when choosing a wine to go with food. The wine should be sweeter than the food accompanying it and have about the same flavor intensity. Red wines generally pair best with bold-flavored meats, such as beef, while white wines go better with fish or chicken. If you can squeeze a lemon or lime on the food, choose an unoaked white wine. Dry rosés go great with hors d'oeuvres, while spicy foods can best be enjoyed with low-alcohol wines. Sometimes, it’s all a matter of choice, so have fun experimenting! Here are a few suggestions to get you started. Raw Oysters — Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc or Muscadet Pomegranate & Arugula Salad — Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling Ginger Chili Citrus Salmon — A full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Pinot Noir Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries — Cabernet Sauvignon, a dessert wine or a rosé Champagne
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Yoganatomy
Bridge Pose Setu Bandha Sarvangasana Pronounced SAY-too BAHN-duh shar-vahn-GAHS-uh-nuh
This pose strengthens the core, lower body and spine. Bridge pose can also stimulate the endocrine and nervous systems. Reclining on your back, bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart. Bring your arms alongside your body with your palms pressing down. While inhaling, press into your feet equally, engaging your legs and glutes. Try not to clench the muscles of the glutes as this can add pressure to the lower back. Lift the thighs, hips and torso towards the sky. Bring hands under your body, interlace the fingers and press the knuckles towards your heels, extending through your arms and bringing your shoulders down your back. Hold the pose for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Exhale, release your hands and lower your hips to the ground.
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OPTOMETRY 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, Pennsylvania, Dr. Segeleon calls Williamsburg home. He lives here with his wife, Brooke, and daughter, Gwen. He enjoys sponsoring the Williamsburg Youth Baseball League and working with William & Mary athletes.
Laurie Andrews, LMT Oasis Healing Massage
Laurie Andrews, LMT, owner of Oasis Healing Massage, is a graduate of the Utah College of Massage Therapy and brings over 20 years experience to the Williamsburg area. After receiving her diploma in Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy, with an emphasis in Clinical Injury Massage and Traditional Chinese Medicine, Andrews went on to receive diplomas in Natural Health Consulting and as a Relaxation Therapist. She has been an instructor of Massage Therapy since 1999, and has written and published more than 30 student handbooks. Andrews is a long time member of the American Massage Therapy Association, state licensed with the Virginia Board of Nursing and is proficient in many therapeutic modalities including traditional Swedish and deep tissue massage; trigger point, myofascial and injury massage; reflexology, acupressure, aromatherapy and hot/cold stone therapies. She specializes in restoring body rejuvenation, balance and relaxation, and is dedicated to bringing a place of healing refuge to the community of Williamsburg. Oasis Healing Massage
Jamestowne Professional Park 1769 Jamestown Rd - Suite 209 Williamsburg, VA 23185 804.916.9494 o-h-m.weebly.com
Eric Karlin, M.D.
Allergist / Immunologist Dr. Eric Karlin is an allergist/ immunologist board-certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. He is a native of South Florida and attended Rollins College for his undergraduate degree in biochemistry. After graduating from medical school at the University of Miami in 2009, he completed his internal medicine residency at Washington University in St. Louis before doing his fellowship in allergy and clinical immunology at Vanderbilt University. After completion of his fellowship, Dr. Karlin practiced as an associate professor in the division of Allergy and Immunology at New York Medical College and Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. Dr. Karlin joined Allergy Partners in 2016. Having had allergies himself, Dr. Karlin has experienced the significant improvement in symptoms that an allergist can offer. He is happily married to Dr. Mariel Focseneanu. In their spare time, they enjoy cooking, seeing movies and traveling. They are excited about making the Peninsula their new home.
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AUDIOLOGY Bethany Tucker, Au.D. Colonial Center for Hearing
Dr. Bethany Tucker graduated Summa Cum Laude from James Madison University, as the first Junior in the country to be accepted early to an accredited Doctor of Audiology Program. After completing her externship at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center,Dr. Tucker practiced audiology in St. Petersburg, Florida. She joined Colonial Center for Hearing in March 2014. Dr. Tucker is a board-certified audiologist and holds accreditation by the American Speech-LanguageHearing Association. She undergoes extensive new product training on a monthly basis to ensure the highest quality of care provided to her patients. Bethany was born in the Philippines, but raised in the Richmond, Virginia area. After almost 2 years of commuting from Chester, Bethany, her husband Tyson and their German Shepard Tuck have found a home in Williamsburg. In her spare time, Bethany enjoys reading, cooking, running and spending time with family and friends. Colonial Center for Hearing 430 McLaws Circle, Suite 101 Williamsburg, VA 23185 (757) 229-4004 williamsburghears.com
1144 Professional Drive Williamsburg, VA 23185 (757) 259-0443
DERMATOLOGY Joselin Tacastacas, M.D.
Dermatology Specialists Dr. Tacastacas joined Dermatology Specialists on August 1, 2017 after completing her dermatology residency at the University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. She has a special interest in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma and other skin cancers. She completed internal medicine training at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. She is board certified in internal medicine and dermatology and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Tacastacas practiced as a primary care physician for six years in Lebanon, VA and Grants Pass, OR. Dr. Tacastacas welcomes patients of all ages to the Newport News office on Mondays and Tuesdays and the Williamsburg office on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Dermatology Specialists 475 McLaws Circle, Suite 1 Williamsburg (757) 259-9466 11844 Rock Landing Drive, Suite B Newport News, VA 23606 (757) 873-0161 opderm.net
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FAMILY MEDICINE Virginia E. Knight, PA-C
TPMG Discovery Park Family Medicine Virginia E. Knight, PA-C received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2000. She obtained her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Shenandoah University in 2006. She has enjoyed over ten years of practice in family and internal medicine, urgent care and orthopedic surgery. Virginia has a special interest in orthopedic injuries, dermatology and psychiatry and is trained to perform a wide variety of minor procedures in office. She is nationally certified by the NCCPA and is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Virginia joined Discovery Park Family Medicine in October 2017, and as a Williamsburg native, brings her love for her hometown community to the office each day. Discovery Park Family Medicine
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ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FAMILY MEDICINE Elena T. ViterboNoble, MD
Stacey Sparkman Hall, D.D.S.
TPMG Norge Family Medicine
Williamsburg Center for Dental Health 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.
Elena T. Viterbo-Noble, MD received her Medical Degree from University of the East, Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center in Metro Manila, Philippines. She completed her internship at the University of the Philippines in Manila, Philippines and residency in Family Medicine at Carilion Health System in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. Viterbo Noble also completed a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at the Carilion Health System in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. Viterbo-Noble is board certified and joined TPMG Norge Family Medicine on June 1, 2009.
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5424 Discovery Park Boulevard Building A, Suite 201 Williamsburg, VA 23188 (757) 345-2071
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DERMATOLOGY Colonial Psychiatric COUNSELING Associates / PSYCHOTHERAPY Jason D. Mazzurco, D.O.
Dr. Donna Haygood-Jackson, Ed.D, LPC, NBCC is now affiliated with Dr. Jason D. Mazzurco is a Colonial Psychiatric Associates board-certified dermatologist
Dermatology Specialists
Dr. Donna Haygood-Jackson, Ed.D, LPC, NBCC Colonial Psychiatric Associates
Dr. Donna Haygood-Jackson and fellowship trained is a therapist in Williamsburg, Mohs Surgeon. He earned Virginia. She received her his Bachelor of Science Psychology degree from the University of Alabama and Master of Science degrees from The Ohio Dr. Haygood-Jackson and her Doctorate from The College of William State University, where he was a two-time Big Ten & Mary. She has been licensed since 1988. Dr. is now accepting referrals Champion Gymnast. He continued his education Haygood-Jackson was at William & Mary for 27 fromCollege the community. at Ohio University Heritage of Osteopathic years, first as a therapist, and then as Acting Director Medicine, where he earned his medical degree. of the Counseling Center, and finally as Senior He completed a residency in dermatology and a To request additional information Assistant Dean of Students. During her time at fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery at St. Joseph or make a referral simply W&M, she made a very heartfelt decision to return call 757-645-4715 or fax 757-645-4720 Mercy Hospital through Michigan State University to her passion: Therapy. Her specialties include life and served as the chief resident. transition issues, chronic and acute health related Dr. Mazzurco practices surgical dermatology treating issues, trauma to include PTSD, disordered eating both benign and malignant lesions of the skin. He and body image concerns, pre-natal and postpardum specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, depression, couples and family therapy, Traumatic Mohs surgery and reconstructive surgery. Brain Injury (TBI) and substance use disorder issues. Dr. Mazzurco joined Dermatology Specialists Dr. Haygood-Jackson lives in Williamsburg with her in 2014. husband Rick.
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Colonial Psychiatric Associates 318 Jamestown Rd., Suite. 101 Williamsburg, VA 23185 (757) 645-4715 708 Mobjack Place Newport News, VA 23606 (757) 873-1958 www.colonialpsychiatricassociates.com
BEAUTY & AESTHETICS Steven C. Mares, M.D. Erase the Canvas, LLC Steven C. Mares, M.D., 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, Virginia, in 1995. He went on to complete a sports medicine fellowship at the Houghston Sports Medicine Center in Columbus, Georgia 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 Championshipsb as well as the Women’s Olympic Softball Athletes at the Venue and Softball Olympic Village in Columbus. 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, Arizona, in 2010, and opened his clinic in 2013. Erase the Canvas, LLC 304 Bulifants Blvd, Suite 201 Williamsburg, VA (757) 532-9390 www.erasethecanvas.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 (877) 389-4968 ALLERGY & ENT Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads 1144 Professional Drive 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 AUDIOLOGY & HEARING Colonial Center For Hearing 430 McLaws Circle, Suite 101 Williamsburg (757) 229-4004 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & PSYCHIATRY The Pavilion at Williamsburg Place 5483 Mooretown Road Williamsburg (800) 582-6066
COSMETIC & PLASTIC SURGERY Williamsburg Plastic Surgery 333 McLaws Circle Williamsburg (757) 345-2275 DENTISTRY Healthy Smiles Dental Center 9581 Shore Drive Norfolk, VA (757) 393-6363 664 Lincoln Street Portsmouth (757) 393-6363 Historic Triangle Dental Care Michael J. Whyte, DDS 1769 Jamestown Road, Suite 2B Williamsburg (757) 903-2527 New Town Dental Arts Sebastiana G. Springmann, D.D.S, F.A.G.D. 4939 Courthouse Street 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 Boulevard, 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
CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE
Associates In Dermatology, Inc. 17 Manhattan Square Hampton (757) 838-8030
Integrative Chiropractic, Acupuncture & Laser Wade Quinn, D.C. 1318 Jamestown Road, Suite 102 Williamsburg (757) 253-1900
Dermatology Specialists Michael C. White , M.D. Jason D. Mazzurco, D.O. 11844 Rock Landing Drive, Suite B Newport News (757) 873-0161
Pinto Chiropractic & Rehabilitation 5408 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite 200 Williamsburg (757) 645-9353
475 McLaws Circle, Suite 1 Williamsburg (757) 259-9466
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GASTROENTEROLOGY
Orthopaedic & Spine Center 250 Nat Turner Blvd. Newport News (757) 596-1444
Digestive Disease Center of Virginia, PC Richard J. Hartle, M.D. 5424 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite 104 Williamsburg (757) 206-1190
Tidewater Diagnostic Imaging 100 Sentara Circle Williamsburg (757) 984-6000 FREE CLINICS American Red Cross Adult Dental Clinic 606 West 29th St. Norfolk (757) 446-7756 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 825 Fairfax Avenue Norfolk (757) 446-6190 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 Surry Area Free Clinic 474 Colonial Trail West Surry (757) 294-0132 Western Tidewater Free Clinic 2019 Meade Parkway Suffolk (757) 923-1060
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HEALTH CARE ATTORNEYS Brain Injury Law Center 2100 Kecoughtan Road Hampton (877) 840-3431 HOME CARE Visiting Angels 704 Thimble Shoals Blvd., #600-B Newport News (757) 599-4145 HOSPITALS & MEDICAL CENTERS Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital 2 Bernardine Drive 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 Bon Secours Health Center at Harbour View 5818 Harbour View Blvd. Suffolk (757) 673-5800 Bon Secours Surgery Center at Harbour View 5818 Harbour View Blvd., Suite 102 Suffolk (757) 673-5832 Chesapeake Regional Medical Center 736 Battlefield Blvd. North Chesapeake (757) 312-8121
Hampton Roads Community Health Center 664 Lincoln Street Portmouth (757) 393-6363 Ocean View Medical and Dental Center 9581 Shore Drive Nofolk (757) 393-6363 Park Place Family Medical Center 3415 Granby Street 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 Drive Hampton (757) 736-1000 Sentara Heart Hospital 600 Gresham Drive Norfolk (757) 388-8000 Sentara Leigh Hospital 830 Kempsville Road Norfolk (757) 261-6000 Sentara Norfolk General Hospital 600 Gresham Drive Norfolk (757) 388-3000 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
Sentara Port Warwick 1031 Loftis Blvd. Newport News (757) 736-9898
CommuniCare Family Health Center 804 Whitaker Lane Norfolk (757) 393-6363
Sentara Princess Anne 2025 Glenn Mitchell Drive Virginia Beach (757) 507-0000
Dorothy G. Hoefer Comprehensive Breast Center 11803 Jefferson Ave., Suite 130 Newport News (757) 594-1899
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital 1060 First Colonial Road Virginia Beach (757) 395-8000
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Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center 100 Sentara Circle (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) 622-2989
Beacon House Clubhouse for Brain Injury Survivors 3808-C Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 631-0222 Here for the Girls 1311 Jamestown Road, Suite 202 Williamsburg (757) 645-2649 Cancer Care Foundation of Tidewater 5900 Lake Wright Drive Norfolk (757) 461-8488 Center for Excellence in Aging & Lifelong Health 3901 Treyburn Drive, Suite 100 Williamsburg (757) 220-4751
Alzheimer’s Association 6350 Center Drive, Suite 102 Norfolk (757) 459-2405
CHEAR, Inc. c/o Department of Otolaryngology, EVMS 600 Gresham Drive, Suite 1100 Norfolk (757) 388-6229
213-B McLaws Circle Williamsburg (757) 221-7272 24-hour Helpline: (800) 272-3900
Child Development Resources 150 Point O’ Woods Road Norge (757) 566-3300
American Cancer Society 11835 Canon Blvd., Suite 102-A Newport News (757) 591-8330
Citizens’ Committee to Protect the Elderly PO Box 10100 Virginia Beach (757) 518-8500
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) 229-0643 The Arthritis Foundation 2201 W. Broad St., Suite 100 Richmond (804) 359-1700 Avalon: A Center for Women & Children Williamsburg (757) 258-9362 AWARE Worldwide, Inc. 6350 Center Drive, Bldg. 5, Suite 228 Norfolk (757) 965-8373
Colonial Behavioral Health 1657 Merrimac Trail Williamsburg (757) 220-3200
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 Drive, Suite 400 Virginia Beach (757) 321-2222 Kelly Weinberg Foundation www. kellyweinbergfoundation. org, info@ kellyweinbergfoundation. org (757) 250-3220 Lee’s Friends: Helping People Live with Cancer 7400 Hampton Blvd., Suite 201 Norfolk (757) 440-7501
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
The Paul F. Schellhammer Cancer Center- a division of Urology of Virginia 229 Clearfield Avenue Virginia Beach (757) 457-5177
RSVP: Retired Senior Volunteers 12388 Warwick Blvd., Suite 201 Newport News (757) 595-9037
Virginia Oncology Associates 725 Volvo Parkway, Suite 200 Chesapeake (757) 549-4403
St. Mary’s Home for Disabled Children 6171 Kempsville Circle Norfolk (757) 622-2208
3000 Coliseum Drive, Suite 104 Hampton (757) 827-9400
Sarcoidosis Suport Group/Charity #teamandreafight llc (757) 309-4334 The Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Foundation 1 Singleton Drive Hampton (757) 827-8757
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 6350 Center Drive, Suite 216 Norfolk (757) 459-4670
Senior Center of York 5314 George Washington Hwy. Yorktown (757) 898-3807
National MS Society 760 Lynnhaven Parkway., Suite 201 Virginia Beach (757) 490-9627
Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia 5 Interstate Corporate Center 6350 Center Drive, Suite 101 Norfolk 757-222.4509
The Needs Network, Inc. 9905 Warwick Blvd. Newport News (757) 251-0600
Susan G. Komen Tidewater 420 N. Center Dr. Building 11, Suite 143 Norfolk (757) 490-7794
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
National Alliance on Mental Illness-Norfolk Contact Marylin Copeland Norfolk (757) 375-5298
Edmarc Hospice for Children 516 London St. Portsmouth (757) 967-9251
Norfolk Community Services Board 229 W. Olney Road, Room 1 Norfolk (757) 664-6670
Endependence Center, Inc. 6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk (757) 461-8007
Peninsula Agency on Aging 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 1006 Newport News (757) 873-0541
222 W. 19th St. Norfolk (757) 622-7017
312 Waller Mill Road, Suite 105 Williamsburg (757) 345-6277
VA Medical Center 100 Emancipation Drive Hampton (757) 722-9961
Food Bank of the Virginia Peninsula 2401 Aluminum Ave. Hampton (757) 596-7188
Peninsula Institute for Community Health 1033 28th St. Newport News (757) 591-0643
We Promise Foundation 160 Newtown Road Virginia Beach (757) 233-7111
Food Bank of SEVA 800 Tidewater Drive Norfolk (757) 627-6599
Peninsula Pastoral Counseling Center 707 Gum Rock Court Newport News (757) 873-2273
OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
Faith in Action 354 McLaws Circle, Suite 2 Williamsburg (757) 258-5890
Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board 300 Medical Drive Hampton (757) 788-0300
Protect Our Kids P.O. Box 561 Hampton (757) 727-0651
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United Way 11870 Merchants Walk, Suite 104 Newport News (757) 873.9328 5400 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite 104 Williamsburg (757) 253-2264 The Up Center 1805 Airline Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 397-2121
VersAbility Resources 2520 58th St. Hampton (757) 896-6461
Williamsburg Obstetrics & Gynecology 500 Sentara Circle, Suite 105 Williamsburg (757) 253-5653
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1051 Loftis Blvd., Suite 100 Newport News (757) 873-9400 5900 Lake Wright Drive 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 Drive, Suite 102 Virginia Beach (757) 368-0437 500 Sentara Circle, Suite 203 Williamsburg (757) 229-2236 OPTOMETRY & OPHTHALMOLOGY MyEyeDr. Jeanne I. Ruff, OD 4655 Monticello Avenue, Suite 201, Williamsburg (757) 259-6823 Retina & Glaucoma Associates 113 Bulifants Blvd., Suite A Williamsburg (757) 220-3375 ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE Hampton Roads Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine 730 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 130 Newport News (757) 873-1554 5335 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite B Williamsburg (757) 873-1554 Orthopaedic & Spine Center 250 Nat Turner Blvd. Newport News (757) 596-1900 Tidewater Orthopaedic Associates 901 Enterprise Parkway, Suite 900 Hampton (757) 827-2480 4037 Ironbound Road Williamsburg (757) 206-1004
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2007 Meade Pkwy. Suffolk (757) 539-6300
4677 Columbus Street, Suite 201 Virginia Beach (757) 463-2540
Pivot Physical Therapy 4020 Raintree Road, Suite D Chesapeake (757) 484-4241
1817 Laskin Road, Suite 100 Virginia Beach (757) 437-0471
135 W. Hanbury Road, Suite B Chesapeake (757) 819-6512
235 Hanbury Road East Chesapeake (757) 391-7660
1253 Nimmo Parkway, Suite 105 Virginia Beach (757) 943-3060
927 N. Battlefield Blvd., Suite 200 Chesapeake (757) 436-3350
2613 Taylor Road, Suite 102 Chesapeake (757) 465-7651
101 Long Green Blvd. Yorktown (757) 952-1900
1580 Armory Drive, Suite B Franklin (757) 562-0990
4624 Pembroke Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 460-3363
1416 Stephanie Way, Suite A Chesapeake (757) 391-7676
Dominion Physical Therapy & Associates, Inc. 304 Marcella Road, Suite E Hampton (757) 825-9446
6970 Fox Hunt Lane, Gloucester (804) 694-8111
100 Winters St., Suite 106 West Point (757) 843-9033
2106 Executive Drive Hampton (757) 838-6678
156-B Strawberry Plains Road Williamsburg (757) 565-3400
Bon Secours In Motion Physical Therapy 13609 Carrollton Blvd., Suite 15 Carrollton (757) 238-2690
5 Armistead Pointe Parkway Hampton (757) 224-4601 14703 Warwick Blvd., Suite B Newport News (757) 947-1230 2 Bernardine Drive Newport News (757) 886-6480 7300 Newport Ave., Suite 300 Norfolk (757) 217-0333 885 Kempsville Road, Suite 300 Norfolk (757) 955-2800 930 W. 21st St. Suite 105 Norfolk (757) 738-1500 5553 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 465-7906 3300 High St., Suite 1-A Portsmouth (757) 673-5689 4900 High St. West Portsmouth (757) 483-4518 5838 Harbour View Blvd. Suffolk (757) 673-5971 1417 North Main St. Suffolk (757) 934-3366
466 Denbigh Blvd. Newport News (757) 875-0861 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 Orthopaedic & Spine Center Physical Therapy 250 Nat Turner Blvd. Newport News (757) 596-1900
9 Manhattan Square, Suite B Hampton (757) 825-3400 7190 Chapman Drive Hayes (804) 642-3028 751 J Clyde Morris Blvd Newport News (757) 873-2123
1745 Camelot Drive, Suite 100 Virginia Beach (757) 961-4800
7151 Richmond Road, Suite 101 Williamsburg (757) 345-0753 4125 Ironbound Road, Suite 100 Williamsburg (757) 220-8383
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The Devine-Jordan Center for Reconstructive Surgery & Pelvic Health — a division of Urology of Virginia 225 Clearfield Avenue Virginia Beach (757) 457-5110 Urology of Virginia 4000 Coliseum Drive, Suite 300 Hampton (757) 452-3441 11848 Rock Landing Drive, Suite 402 Newport News (757) 873-1374
12494 Warwick Blvd. Newport News (757) 599-5551
4037 Ironbound Road Williamsburg (757) 206-1004
225 Clearfield Avenue Virginia Beach (757) 457-5100
6161 Kempsville Circle, Suite 250 Norfolk (757) 965-4890
Urology of Virginia Physical Therapy 225 Clearfield Avenue Virginia Beach (757) 466-3406
400 Sentara Circle, Suite 310 Williamsburg (757) 345-5554
250 West Brambleton Ave., Suite 100 Norfolk (757) 938-6608 154 E Little Creek Road Norfolk (757) 797-0210 204 Gumwood Drive Smithfield (757) 357-7762
3640 High Street, Suite 3B Portsmouth (757) 452-3400 2000 Meade Parkway Suffolk (757) 934-9300
The Paul F. Schellhammer Cancer Center – a division of Urology of Virginia 229 Clearfield Avenue Virginia Beach (757) 457-5177
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Bring the family out for ice skating. WHEN: Open daily through February 20; times vary WHERE: Colonial Williamsburg $$: See website for skate rental fees CONTACT: colonialwilliamsburg.com
INDOOR POOL-SUP YOGA
Learn yoga techniques while stand up paddleboarding. WHEN: 12:30 p.m. Mondays WHERE: James City County Recreation Center $$: $15 CONTACT: 757-259-4176
FLOATYOGA CLASS
Join us for an aerial yoga class using a hammock to assist with stretching. WHEN: 5:30 p.m. Mondays WHERE: The Inspire Studio $$: $25 for drop in or $200 for a 10 pack CONTACT: Lia Bollinger, jakekelsy@ cox.net
DOG STREET PUB RUNNING CLUB Come out for this weekly family and pet friendly 5K run. WHEN: 6 p.m. Mondays WHERE: DoG Street Pub $$: free CONTACT: dogstreetpub.com
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Learn to make tasty Spanish tapas and desserts during this chef’s demo. WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. WHERE: La Tienda $$: $65 CONTACT: tienda.com
7 MEDITATION WORKSHOP
Learn different styles of meditation during this workshop. WHEN: 6:15 p.m. WHERE: James City County Recreation Center $$: $5 CONTACT: 757-259-4176
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Experience the health benefits of recreational music making. WHEN: 9 to 10 a.m. Thursdays WHERE: James City County Recreation Center $$: $10-$15 CONTACT: 757-259-4200
SECRETS OF THE CHOCOLATE MAKER
Learn the different ways chocolate was used in 18th century cooking. WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to noon WHERE: Governor’s Palace Kitchen $$: included with admission CONTACT: colonialwilliamsburg.com
CHRONIC PAIN ANONYMOUS
Share your experience, strength, and hope in dealing with chronic pain and illness. WHEN: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays WHERE: Orthopaedic & Spine Center, Newport News $$: free CONTACT: 757-690-4200
PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES OF WILLIAMSBURG OPEN HOUSE
PAW hosts this open house for those looking for a pediatrician. WHEN: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Pediatric Associates of Williamsburg $$: free CONTACT: 757-564-7337
ADULT GROUP SWIM LESSONS
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This farmer’s market, featuring fresh local produce, is open year-round. WHEN: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays WHERE: Corner of Forge and Richmond Roads $$: free CONTACT: 757-566-1905
STROKE AWARENESS & BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK Learn what to do if someone is having a stroke. Event includes free blood pressure check. WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon WHERE: James City County Recreation Center $$: free CONTACT: 757-259-4176
SWEETHEART GALA
J.M. Randall’s Enterprises hosts this event benefiting breast cancer research. WHEN: 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Williamsburg $$: $65 CONTACT: jmrandallsenterprises. com
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This class is designed for adult beginners to swimming. WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through March 8 WHERE: James City County Recreation Center $$: $45 CONTACT: jamescitycountyva.gov/ recreation
15 THIRSTY THURSDAYS-A VIRGINIA CRAFT BEER TASTING
Sample six different craft beers with the chef of Williamsburg Inn. WHEN: 6 p.m. WHERE: Taste Studio, Colonial Williamsburg $$: $20.95 CONTACT: colonialwilliamsburg.com
17 PINK FLAMINGO HIKE
Discover what birds live along our waterways and woods during this hike. WHEN: 10 a.m. to noon WHERE: York River State Park $$: parking fee CONTACT: 757-566-3036
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19 NAMI CONNECTION MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP
Those struggling with mental health issues are invited to gather for support. WHEN: 7 to 8:30 p.m. the first and third Mondays of each month WHERE: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Richmond $$: free CONTACT: meetup.com
21 PRACTICING MINDFUL EATING Learn ways to teach kids how to pay attention to their hunger and satisfaction cues. WHEN: 6:30 p.m. WHERE: CHKD Health & Surgery Center at Oyster Point, Newport News $$: free CONTACT: chkd.org
24 DESTINATION RECREATION EXPO
Learn all about the programs James City County Parks & Recreation has to offer. WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon WHERE: James City County Recreation Center $$: free CONTACT: 757-259-4200
25 COLONIAL HALF MARATHON AND 5K
Enjoy this run through the campus of College of William & Mary. WHEN: 1 p.m. WHERE: Kaplan Arena $$: $15-$75 CONTACT: colonialhalfmarathon.com
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