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always loved having an Irish last name — so much so that when I got married, I continued using O’Brien as part of my professional name. O’Brien was such a part of me, I couldn’t let it go. Ironically, my Irish heritage is the one I know least about. I know I’m part Scottish — my maternal grandmother was born in Scotland and moved to the United States when she was 5 years old. My maternal grandfather was German. My paternal grandmother was Hungarian — she never even learned to write English very well. But my paternal grandfather? He split when my father was very young. All we know is that his name was James O’Brien. My grandmother never told us anything about his family or where he was from, just that he ended up in a coastal town in Connecticut. Trying to find traces of a James O’Brien isn’t exactly an easy task — can you imagine how many people in Ireland share that name?
Maybe I should have gotten an invitation to Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding after all So when at-home DNA kits first hit the market, I was intrigued. Would it be possible to learn more about my Irish background? Google tells me the O’Brien name dates back to Irish royalty in the 10th century, and that O’Briens ruled various kingdoms until England’s Henry VIII came along. I kind of like the idea of the royalty part — hmm, maybe I should have gotten an invitation to Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding after all! In this month’s Health Journal, writer Jason Liebler takes a look at at-home DNA kits and talks to a genetic counselor about the validity and accuracy of the tests. Rather than spend too much time on the ancestry part, we looked more at the medical side of the tests, such as whether the tests could truly tell you if you were at risk for specific health issues. The conclusion? While the tests could potentially provide valuable information, any medical “diagnosis” would likely mean a trip to a doctor to figure out what’s what. Truth be told, I’ve yet to send away for one of those DNA kits, although I’m certainly curious. Would the information
help me learn more about my Irish heritage (or — yikes — lack thereof ) and maybe find new relatives? Would I be able to learn why my mom and her mom had red hair but I don’t? Or, on the more serious side, would spitting in a test tube tell me if I was likely to get breast cancer like my mom had (and survived), or a rare brain tumor called an acoustic neuroma like my dad has? Such tumors, which are benign but cause hearing loss, are said to be hereditary. Does that mean I’ll lose my hearing one day? Knowing what could be coming has its pros and cons and is certainly something to consider. And besides, maybe I should learn whether to start making my children call me Your Highness.
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Katherine A. Rowe BY ALISON JOHNSON
W&M’s first female president is passionate about guiding students to live healthfully.
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ot long after she was named the next president years and soon will open a new building — the McLeod of the College of William & Mary, Katherine A. Tyler Wellness Center — that combines a health promotion Rowe received a unique congratulatory gift: a team, recreation and wellness programming and a Center for signed Ultimate Frisbee disc and jersey from one of the four Mindfulness and Authentic Excellence. “I love that it’s a real on-campus teams. multi-layered, comprehensive approach,” Rowe says. Rowe, an elite Ultimate player and coach for many years, can’t The undergraduate years often are a time of rapid growth wait to meet team members in person. “I’m always looking for and change, when students can build resilience by learning a pickup game,” she says. “I also can teach anyone a forehand more about their emotional lives, Rowe feels. The key is throw, or flick, in about 20 minutes.” managing stress, not eliminating it: “Stress is a normal part of For Rowe, who takes office July 1, Ultimate Frisbee is part a caring or passionate life. It is associated with things that are of a personal commitment to physical and mental well-being important to us. Be bold about what you care about, because that she plans to champion at William & Mary. She was an that will bring you joy.” undergraduate herself when she fell in love with the sport’s Students also need to discover what restores them as combination of fierce competition, teamwork, fun and — in individuals, whether that’s exercise, daily meditation or creative the absence of referees — sportsmanship and fair play. Those projects, she says. Rowe relies on three-mile run/walks several same principles, paired with an approachable leadership style, days a week, preferably along wooded trails where she can have shaped her careers as an run up hills for a challenge. She administrator, educator, author and Her athletic background is just also likes yoga and binge-reading businesswoman. science fiction novels. “There’s a little one entryway to talking to W&M geekiness there,” she laughs. “It’s about a drive to compete in an ethical way, and to forge a very Healthy eating is another students about the importance strong community,” she says. priority. Rowe focuses on healthy of whole-body health. Rowe, 55, comes to W&M from proteins and fats, such as eggs with Smith College in Massachusetts, avocado slices, tomatoes and hot where she has served as provost, dean of faculty and a professor sauce for breakfast and salmon with roasted vegetables and of English; she previously taught at Bryn Mawr College in mixed greens for dinner. She does, however, enjoy a good Pennsylvania and at Yale University. She also is co-founder and burger on occasion. CEO of Luminary Digital Media, which developed interactive And then there’s Ultimate Frisbee, which involves constant reading apps to help students connect with Shakespearean texts. motion on a football-field-sized competition area. Rowe A native of the Boston area, Rowe holds a bachelor’s degree was hooked as soon as she leapt to snag her first long pass at in English from Carleton College in Minnesota and a master’s Carleton, where her freshman resident advisor invited her to degree and a Ph.D. in English and American literature from play in a game. Ultimate was Rowe’s first real experience with Harvard University. As William & Mary’s 28th president, she’ll organized sports, as she’d been more into hiking, backpacking, be the first woman in the role. biking, canoeing and horseback riding as a child. “It was quickly An advocate for a strong liberal arts education, on-campus transformative for me,” she recalls. diversity and technology and research initiatives, Rowe says Rowe co-founded a women’s team on campus and went she’s passionate about guiding students to live healthfully, as on to play on national and international squads. As a coach, well as to seek support for any mental health struggles. she led a Pennsylvania high school program to multiple Nationwide, multiple studies have shown more state championships and worked with teams at Bryn Mawr undergraduates are in treatment for anxiety and depression on and Smith. campuses. In the spring of 2017, for example, 61 percent of The sport also is a family affair: Rowe met her husband and students reported feeling “overwhelming anxiety” and nearly fellow coach, Bruce Jacobson, while playing Ultimate; their two 40 percent said they felt so depressed that it was difficult to grown children, Beah and Daniel, both grew up playing. In fact, function, according to an American College Health Association the four vacationed each summer with seven other Ultimate survey of more than 63,000 students at 92 schools. At the families. Happily, Virginia’s warmer climate will make for an same time, more young people with pre-existing mental health even longer playing season. conditions are able to go to college today, thanks to earlier Ultimately, Rowe hopes her athletic background is just diagnoses and better medications and therapy plans. one entryway to talking to W&M students about the Colleges must educate all incoming students about campus importance of whole-body health. “Wellness,” she says, “is resources, Rowe says. W&M has added counselors in recent essential for excellence.” PROFILE
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Who Do You Think You Are? A short primer on mail-order DNA kits BY JASON LIEBLER
Companies have dramatically increased the reliability and range of at-home genetic health testing while reducing the price. But if we are honestly concerned
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genetic test may suggest, if my t-home ancestry and grandmother served schnitzel genetic health products our health, what should we do? have become increasingly every Sunday and I walked in popular, making it easier for more with haggis, I know I would be people to identify their ancestral wearing one of those entrees history and risks for genetic (probably both). disorders with sometimes just a swab of the cheek. To borrow an ominous line from another advertisement, some But is it that simple? people want to know “what’s coming down the pipe.” Those of Advertisements for companies such as 23andMe, Gene by Gene us who want to be educated and informed about ourselves must and MapMyGenome, to name a few, market the benefits of knowing balance the trade of personal information (and nearly $200) with one’s genetic makeup as not only a curiosity to be satisfied but a peace-of-mind. legitimate attempt to address significant future health concerns. For medical professionals, whether to use at-home — also known For $199, 23andMe will provide “75-plus online reports on your as direct-to-consumer, or DTC — genetic testing kits fall into the ancestry, traits and health — and more” as the website suggests (the “buyer beware” category. genetic health test cannot be purchased separate from the ancestry These tests have “moved beyond recreational use for ancestry test). If you prefer your whole genome sequenced, Gene by Gene has testing and the like,” says Tiffany Lewis, a genetic counselor with you covered — at just $2,495 per sample. Or you might be able to Virginia Oncological Associates. “Before purchasing any DTC test, find a Groupon-like deal for around $50, especially around a holiday. it is important to understand what information you will receive and The accuracy, reliability and security of these tests may steer the what you will not.” In February, the Federal Trade Commission, citing the Food discussion into the murky waters of ethnic identity and parental and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control, legitimacy. Have you seen the commercial with the actor who admitted that direct-to-consumer, or DTC, genetic tests have exchanged his “lederhosen for a kilt?” No matter what mail-order FEATURE
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some positives, like making it easier for people to get involved in their own genetic health. But the report also said that some of the tests lacked scientific validity, while “others provide results that are meaningful only in the context of a full medical evaluation.” The bottom line: Results from a DTC test could mean a trip to the doctor or genetic counselor to figure things out. A positive test result may indicate an increase in the chance of a specific health issue, but it is far from a guarantee. Likewise, a negative result does not guarantee immunity. Still, curiosity over finding out one’s genetic background holds a big allure for many. The number of people who have had their DNA analyzed with at-home kits more than doubled last year and now exceeds 12 million, according to industry estimates. Initially, Jerilyn Buggé, a middle school teacher in Washington, D.C., was apprehensive. “I said, ‘I’m not doing that! I’m not putting my DNA out there for the government.’ At first, there was no way … I mean, you have Big Brother everywhere.” But Buggé’s curiosity — to find out not only her family’s geographic ancestry but also to know if she was at risk for disorders prevalent in her family — outweighed the risk. So she asked for a 23andMe kit for Christmas. “I was interested in lateonset Alzheimer’s disease, because it runs in my family,” she says. For women, however, ancestry test results will be incomplete alone. Women do not have a Y chromosome, which is used to define paternal ancestry. Although women inherit roughly half their DNA makeup from their fathers, women who take an ancestry test will receive a report of their maternal ancestry, but
since there is no Y chromosome, the test cannot differentiate the maternal genes from the paternal genes of the family. On their website, 23andMe asks women to connect their results to DNA results from either the biological father or full brother to get the complete family lineage. Sheldon Krimsky, a Tufts University professor who wrote “Genetic Justice” and chairs the Council for Responsible Genetics, says it’s hard to know just how accurate the tests are when it comes to ethnicity and genealogy. The companies don’t share their data, he says, so their methods can’t be validated by independent scientists. Some people, in fact, have sent their DNA to several different companies and gotten different results. Each company uses its own proprietary database of DNA samples and looks at certain genetic variations as the basis for evaluating individuals. “The results are in no way definitive,” Krimsky said in an article on the Tufts website. “Instead each company uses common genetic variations as the basis for saying the probability is that 50 percent of your DNA is, for example, from North Europe and 30 percent is from Asia, based on how it compares to the information in its database.” Basically, Krimsky says, “you have to look at the percentages you receive back with skepticism.” Buggé’s test results were in line with her assumptions, so she did not feel the need to contact her doctor. “But that’s what my daughter did,” she says. “Her report showed a higher risk for celiac disease, and she knew her father had celiac disease, so she went to continued on page 40 14 / FEATURE
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ith humid, subtropical summer weather and rich soil, the Hampton Roads area is a gardening mecca. It’s easy for even the most inexperienced gardener to make a beautiful, relaxing space in the backyard or even just on a balcony. While research shows the act of gardening eases stress and improves mental and physical health, what you plant can improve your mood, too. You can maximize the relaxing atmosphere in your garden by choosing the right plants and herbs. Follow the tips below from Kathleen Maier, director of Sacred Plant Traditions, a plant educational center in Charlottesville, Va., to create your gardening getaway.
Choose Plants that Bring Visual Joy The most important thing is to plant the plants you love, says Maier, a practicing herbalist for over 20 years. Plant what you’re attracted to, and relaxation and peace will follow. Some of Maier’s favorite plants for visual relaxation include magnolia, which have a great scent and similar shape to a lotus, a flower associated with meditation. She also suggests saucer magnolia, whose petals bloom and fall in showers of pink. Because most flowers grow easily in Hampton Roads, you have many choices and can find flowers that make you feel happy and calm. By visiting a botanical garden — such as the Norfolk Botanical Garden or the Master Gardeners’ Display Garden at Blue Bird Gap Farm in Hampton — or by looking at gardening books, you can find what will bring you pleasure and peace.
Find the Scent of Stress Relief Many flowers and herbs also give off calming scents, so you can enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy in your own backyard. “All the mints in some ways can be relaxing,” Maier says. “Just smelling them when you bruise the leaves, that’s like aromatherapy. Mints, especially peppermint, go to the limbic system (which controls basic emotions in the brain) and really help us to remember. When we are anxious, peppermint takes us back to a memory.” Many mints, especially peppermint, can take over a garden, so Maier recommends planting them in containers instead of the ground. You can also plant spearmint and lemon balm for their scents or to add to teas for additional stress-relieving benefits. Lavender, the very scent of relaxation, can be planted along a patio or in pots.
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Plant Your Own Calming Teas The herbs you place in your garden or in containers can also be harvested to use in teas. “One of my favorites is passion flower,” Maier says. “It really is a very stunning, exotic flower. It’s the flowers and leaves you take for tea or tinctures. You can also grow chamomile, a well-known relaxing herb. German chamomile in particular can help with sleep and digestion, Maier says. She also recommends an herb called skullcap to help with sleep, anxiety and circular thoughts that can keep you awake at night. “Skullcap is really wonderful,” she says. “You want to plant it in part of a garden that gets a lot of moisture, maybe at the bottom of a hill. The leaves and flowers are just absolutely amazing in a tea. It’s very restorative.” Another herb, tulsi, is a type of basil. It’s very aromatic and makes delicious teas, says Maier. “It is what herbalists call an adaptogen; it helps our bodies adapt to stress,” she says. “It works on our adrenal cortex and our kidneys. It really helps with the cortisol response to stress.” Even roses, which provide a great scent and visual beauty, can be used in teas. “We use rose petals a lot in our medicines,” says Maier. “All plants in the rose family are very astringing and tonifying. They are great for inflammation as well as anxiety and grief.”
and later provide nutritious fruits. Maier warns gardeners to be patient with fruit trees, which can take a while to be productive. “For the first time this year, I harvested pomegranates in my Charlottesville backyard,” Maier says. “It took a long time. I thought it was never going to fruit. Fruit trees are part of the medicine. They are nurturing and rejuvenating.”
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Beginning gardeners should keep it simple. Start by planting close around your house, and start with a few plants that you love. You can play with herbs in different containers so you can easily try many things at once or switch out herbs you don’t enjoy. Consider a bench to rest on, or a small fountain to create the trickling sound of falling water. If sound relaxes you, plantings of tall ornamental grasses such as pampas grass can create a pleasing rustling sound in a breeze. If you are interested in using herbs in teas or tinctures, you can also seek out herbalism courses. Many one-day courses give you the basics you need to learn how to grow, harvest and use herbs from your own garden. Check out the Herb Society of America (www.herbsociety. org) for information on local herb society chapters and classes. No matter your skill level, you just need to get started and get your hands in the dirt. The plants will take care of the rest. “Plants are super resilient,” Maier says. “You just want to plant the plants. Just put them in the ground and nourish the soil. Get some good compost or good soil, and they are really going to thrive.”
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DIY: Vertical Pallet Gardens
If your outdoor space is limited, make a vertical herb garden from a pallet and hang it on a wall!
Materials • a pallet • roll of landscaping paper (this can be quite expensive, but you don’t need as much as comes in a typical landscaping roll, so you might be able to find someone’s excess on Craigslist or at a local garden shop) • sandpaper • staple gun and staples • hammer and nails • potting soil (I used 2.5 cubic feet for the 25 x 38 inch pallet) • succulents, herbs or other plants of choice Instructions 1. Sand down any rough spots on your pallet. If the back of your pallet doesn’t have much support (some are basically open on the back), find some scrap wood, roughly 3 to 4 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick (or the thickness of the rest of your supports) and cut it down to the width of your pallet. Using two nails on each side, add supports so they are roughly even down the back of your pallet. 2. Double or triple up your landscaping fabric and begin the stapling fun. Staple fabric along the back, bottom and sides of the pallet, taking care at the corners to fold in the fabric so no soil will spill out. 3. Lay the pallet flat and pour potting soil through slats, pressing soil down firmly. Leave enough room for planting. 4. Begin planting, starting at the bottom of the pallet and ending at the top. Make sure soil is firmly packed in each layer as you move up. Add more soil as needed so that plants are tightly packed at the end. 5. Water your wall garden thoroughly and let it remain horizontal for 1 to 2 weeks to allow plants to take root. After 1 to 2 weeks, you can set it upright. Note: Remember when you water to start at the top and water each subsequent section a little less, as your water will naturally seep through to the bottom-most plants.
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ny parent who has or is currently raising a teenager will attest that it can sometimes (or often) be a roller coaster of tested boundaries, broken rules, tantrums, tears, apathy and ultimately, abject fear that you’re doing everything wrong. Of course, just as there is a plethora of parenting styles, there’s also a broad spectrum of teenage personalities, leading to different experiences navigating the teen years. One thing that is consistent among most parents and teens, however, is the struggle to communicate and find common ground.
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As children get older, they seek independence. When parents ask me why their teen is suddenly more private or quieter than they used to be, I explain that it’s developmentally normal during the teenage years. Teens want to be seen as mature and responsible, so they make an effort to establish individual personas. This is tough for most parents, because we’re used to our little ones telling us everything and needing us all the time. As our children are transitioning into a new phase of development, we’re also forced to gradually let go of a fully dependent child.
Managing Your Reactions When They Pull Away Just because your child is suddenly more private does not mean they’re doing something wrong. However, many parents overreact by constantly checking their kids’ social media and cell phones, putting a GPS on their phone or vehicle — essentially blocking any semblance of social privacy. It’s natural to be worried about your child, but allowing anxiety to fuel overreactions could be damaging to the communication that parents are striving for. Sometimes it’s hard to remember that if your child has done nothing wrong, policing their behavior and their privacy is not necessarily warranted. Instead of going to the extreme, mitigate your own anxiety by setting clear parameters for behavior and communication. When they leave the house, they should agree to check in, let you know SPONSORED CONTENT
who they’re with, where they will be and what time they’ll be home. This will allow you to feel connected to your child, but gives them the autonomy to have a social life without you hovering or digging into their privacy. Your anxieties may be reduced as you observe them follow the rules, pursue their individualism and stay out of trouble.
Avoiding Extremes — Be A Good Parent, Not A Cool Parent
While some parents seize the reins when their kids pull away, others let go completely. They hear the kid say, “I want my freedom” and instantly acquiesce. When I work with families that use this method with their teenagers, I remind them that kids that age do not have the developmental wherewithal to make sound decisions. Given the freedom to do whatever they want, most kids will. They simply do not yet possess the tools to think ahead five years and see the potential results of impulsivity. Balance is key. Being a parent to a teenager is like being a guide. It’s important to lead them, but allow them to explore their own decisions. Healthy boundaries will make teenaged children feel independent, but tacitly remind them that you’re invested in their future and their well-being. If there are no rules, they will get the sense that you don’t care.
Making The Rules And Following Through
Consistency is so critical in helping your teenager (and yourself ) through this transition to independence. Establish boundaries and expectations well before there are issues, not after the fact. Boundaries and established consequences provide structure and let your kids know what will happen if they break rules. It’s much more effective, however, to set these rules up before something goes awry. Following through is also very important. If you tell your kids they lose phone privileges for a week if they break curfew, you have to see it through. Bending the rules for convenience sends the message that you aren’t serious and that your consequences are pliable.
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What you need to know about Essential Oils and Aromatherapy BY TERESA BERGEN
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ne of Yumei Silva’s clients had such frequent and severe anxiety attacks that she struggled to complete routine tasks. So Silva, a certified aromatherapist in Henrico, Va., prepared an inhaler filled with essential oils. The next time her client had an anxiety attack in the grocery store, the inhaler saved the day. “In normal circumstances, she would just drop her shopping cart and leave,” Silva says. “But in that instance, she took out the inhaler, took a few sniffs, and she was able to continue her shopping. It’s awesome for her. It had never happened.” Aromatherapy, which uses concentrated plant essences in the form of essential oils for healing, is not yet thoroughly researched or understood by medical science. People inhale the oils through a diffuser or inhaler, apply
them to the skin or, in some cases, take them internally. They’re also used in personal hygiene and cleaning products. According to the Mayo Clinic, studies show that aromatherapy might help relieve anxiety and depression and improve sleep quality and the quality of life in general. Small studies focused on lavender oil suggest aromatherapy could help reduce certain types of pain and improve the quality of life for people with dementia. However, while essential oils can be immensely beneficial, they’re not all without risks. Some research suggests that some oils could negatively disrupt hormones. So like with anything, it’s wise to do your research and find out which oils are right for you — and which should be avoided.
Does How Aromatherapy Work? As the name implies, the sense of smell is an important part of aromatherapy. But the exact mechanism has not been firmly determined. One theory is that olfactory receptors in your nose communicate with parts of your brain that connect with memories and emotions. Inhaling the molecules of essential oils could affect parts of your brain influencing mental, emotional and/or physical health. “Essential oils are volatile constituents,” Silva explains. “So they go into your limbic system very quickly through your olfactory. We inhale the essential oils. The volatile constituents go directly to your brain, bypassing the blood/brain barrier, so they affect your emotions very quickly.”
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Since essential oils come from plants, they’re natural. But this doesn’t mean risk-free. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, most topical and inhaled essential oils are generally considered safe. However, don’t take oils by mouth unless you’re working with a trained professional. Some oils, such as cinnamon, may irritate your skin. Silva says she recommends beginners use sweet orange over other citrus oils, because some, like lemon or grapefruit oil, may provoke a toxic skin reaction in the sun. Oils may interact with prescription drugs, so talk to your doctor about any aromatherapy you’re incorporating into your healthcare. Crooked companies sometimes adulterate oils, Silva says, so it’s wise to know where your oils are coming from. Silva checks out a company’s GC/MS (gas chromatography/mass spectrometry — techniques that analyze what’s in the oils) reports before buying. Less science-minded customers can choose oils certified organic by the USDA. Some essential oils are contraindicated for certain people and
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pets, meaning they shouldn’t be used. Using essential oils during pregnancy is controversial because of the possibility of oil crossing into the placenta. Until more studies are done, the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) advises not to use wormwood, rue, oak moss, lavandula stoechas, camphor, parsley seed, sage or hyssop oil during pregnancy. Also be careful of your dog’s sensitive nose. What smells good to humans can be overwhelming — at least 10,000 times stronger — for our canine companions. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals warns against using strong concentrations of oil around dogs, and advises keeping diffusers away from pet birds, animals that groom themselves, or any pet with respiratory issues. Furthermore, there’s also been evidence that some oils could contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals that interfere with hormones. A 2007 study conducted by the National Institute of
Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) found a link between topically used lavender and tea tree oil and abnormal breast growth in young boys. The study was hotly contested by the essential oil industry, but a new NIEHS report — based on new research — isolated eight specific chemical elements found in many essential oils and found them to be potential endocrine disruptors. "Our society deems essential oils as safe," says J. Tyler Ramsey, who led the investigation by the NIEHS, which presented the new research at the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in March. "However, they possess a diverse amount of chemicals and should be used with caution.” Many people experience terrific results from aromatherapy. But it’s best to follow experienced guidance either through reliable books and research, by consulting an aromatherapist certified by the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy or checking with your doctor.
Ways to Fill Your Life 5 Easy with Scents 1. Make your car smell better: Instead of hanging a little tree from your rearview mirror, put a couple of drops of your favorite essential oil on a cotton ball and tuck it near your dash. 2. Scent your house: A few drops of cinnamon or clove oil in a saucepan simmering on the stove adds a homey gingerbread smell to your kitchen. 3. In a mister: Mix water and three or four drops of oil in a spray bottle for an inexpensive air freshener. 4. In the bathroom: Sprinkle a few drops of lavender oil inside your toilet paper tube. Every time somebody uses the toilet paper, the scent wafts into the air. 5. Make silk flowers realistic: Rub rose oil into a silk rose and suddenly it seems a lot less fake.
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#Hooked on Likes: BY MIKE VERANO
Although there is no formal medical diagnosis for Internet addiction, it's something that the medical and psychological communities are taking note of.
The Obsession With Social Media Part 1 of 2
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esponding to the advent of a new technology, the Swiss scientist Conrad Gesser both lamented and warned that the end product would “overwhelm people and be harmful to the mind.” The year was 1565 and the technology was the printing press. The product in question? The book. This warning bell has accompanied the advent of every major, and sometimes minor, advancement in human history. It’s almost a certainty that when the fork was invented, there were those who cautioned the arrival of a gluttonous age that would spread obesity across the globe. And so, the alarms that are going off as the social media age moves into the mainstream — with a predicted 2.5 billion users — have a familiar ring to them. For some, the cautionary tones do not represent a reflexive resistance to anything new and novel, but the introduction of a dangerous, habit-forming experience with all the destructive power of a full-blown substance addiction. Proponents of the Internet age counter that social media is often used to benefit people by deepening existing personal relationships, increasing access to information and building communities. Meanwhile, growing research points out that social media addiction (SMA) comes with all the behavioral signals usually associated with chemical addictions — such as smoking or alcoholism — including mood changes, social withdrawal, attempts to abstain and relapse. The variance in the research, and even greater disparity in public opinion, as to whether or not SMA is a real disorder is due, in large part, to the way our culture looks at addictions of any kind. There are many who still reject the disease model of chemical addiction and see morality and lack of willpower as prime movers for the development and continuation of life-destroying habits. For some, the concept that a behavior — i.e. gambling, shopping or use of the Internet — can become an addiction resides either in the realm of the attempt to shift responsibility for life choices, or is another reactionary fear of the unknown.
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Despite great leaps in our understanding about addictions, the scientific jury is still out on the nature/ nurture issue. It’s easy to get lost in the causal loop of whether one becomes an addict by engaging in addictive experiences, or whether addictive personalities seek out habit-forming activities. In his book, “Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked,” author Adam Alter offers a sensible balance when he suggests that behavioral addictions are the result of “environment plus circumstance.” Reviewing both historical studies and current research on the nature of addicts and their addictions, he concludes that given the right conditions, certain behaviors will trigger the “inneraddict” in all of us. Alter contends that it is not a genetic predisposition, or weak will, that leads to SMA, but the very habit-forming feedback system inherent in high-tech social connecting that hooks us. Addictive technology, he points out, uses the following mechanisms to activate the same brain regions as drug addiction: • • • • • •
Having goals beyond reach Unpredictable positive feedback Incremental progress The addition of more difficult tasks over time Unresolved tensions demanding resolution Strong social connections
This raises the “So what’s wrong with that?” question for advocates, while others see the inevitable trap that most addicts fall into — using the behavior to cope with a negative mood state. When the use of any behavior no longer seeks to provide pleasure, but instead to ward off pain, the chain of events follows the similar path of chemical addiction. This downward spiral begins as one needs to escalate the behavior to get the desired effect, other coping mechanisms
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are ignored, the over-engagement in the behavior causes a sense of shame and guilt, and use continues despite negative consequences. This is neatly summed up by the phrase “all addictions begin with pain and end in pain.” Research into social media addiction illuminates parallels in the behavior of chemical addicts that are hard to ignore. Common patterns include: • • • • •
Spending more and more time on your social media pages. Thinking about your social media sites when not online. Feeling an overwhelming need to share something on your Facebook or other social media page. Getting anxious or stressed out if you have not been able to get online for a certain amount of time. Trying to cut back on social media usage.
This should not be confused with the anxiety most of us feel when we misplace our smartphone or the Pavlovian-like response we have
when hearing our email alert. These behavioral responses represent the hallmark of all addictions and, after enough repetition, have been demonstrated to create strong neural connections in the brain. Both the medical and psychological communities are taking note of SMA. According to the American Psychiatric Association (APA), the number of people who spend 20 or more hours per week on the Internet has doubled between 2008 and 2015 — to 43 million Americans. While the APA does not have a formal medical diagnosis for Internet addiction, its latest manual has designated it as a disorder in need of more study. There are those who will continue to see SMA as yet another modern-age syndrome destined to fall into the category of “What was all the fuss about?” Others, particularly parents whose teenagers are trading in personal relationships for digital contact and those who feel their social media use has become unmanageable, will surely need more than the typical dismissal or castigation often faced by those struggling with addictions. In part 2 of this series, we will review both the hazards and benefits of social media use and offer practical tips for those who want to restore some sanity to their digital worlds.
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t’s almost summer. The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and — oh, no! — you still haven’t changed your closet from your winter to summer wardrobe! For many people, the semi-annual closet changeover is a task they absolutely dread. However, if approached with the right attitude, updating your wardrobe for a new season can be a creative, liberating and even cathartic gift to yourself. Here are some professional tips on how to make the seasonal wardrobe changeover something to actually look forward to.
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• Start with a lovely cup of coffee or tea or some flavored water. • Open all the doors and windows, and let the seasonal air flood your house with light and fragrance. If the A/C is already on, light a candle with a flowery scent. • Wear something easy to slip in and out of. You’ll be trying lots of things on! • Put on some motivating music.
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Step 1: Arrange The Space • Clear the decks for your “new” wardrobe by hanging your winter wardrobe in another closet and/or laying it on the bed — just get it out of the way for now. • Dust and vacuum the closet. It is amazing how much dust can build up over a season. • One by one, bring or move entire “categories” of spring/ summer clothes onto your clothing rack or into your freed-up closet space. Start with bottoms (skirts and pants), then tops, then jackets, then dresses. If you can, arrange them by color.
Step 2: Evaluate Each Item • Category by category, evaluate what you have. Do you suddenly realize you have 11 pairs of black pants? Try to reduce to no more than three. Has that blue jacket never quite fit you right? Put it in the “tailor” box, or give it to someone who will love it. Is it permanently ripped or stained? Toss. Image professionals know that unworn/unwanted clothes not only create bad energy, they block the joy of the items you do have. • Now, take a look at the items that remain. They should be the basis for your spring/summer wardrobe.
• Make a list of any wardrobe “gaps.” Do you have too many work clothes but no weekend clothes? Do you have great jackets but no pants that go with them? Many of you will find that you actually don’t need new clothes; if you do, just make a list of the missing items, and shop ONLY for those things.
The Results By now, you should be gazing into a fresher, breezier, more spacious closet, with clothing that begs to be worn. You’ll have a shopping list that will be specific and easy to execute. You can now do the same thing for your handbags, shoes and accessories. At this point, you may also wish to treat yourself to all-new clothing hangers, or maybe a new shoe rack — something to give your closet a boutique-like feel. Once you’ve beautified your closet, family members can be taught to edit their wardrobes too, using these very same methods. Give each family member a day dedicated only to them. Make it a yearly ritual.
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Each time you cycle, you have to adapt your body to the bike. Overuse injuries can result from a combination of problems — from how your bike is set up to what demands you put on your muscles throughout the day. Dr. Robert Pinto, a chiropractor at Pinto Chiropractic & Rehabilitation in Williamsburg, Va., says the key to avoiding these injuries is to correct muscle imbalances. At his office, he helps cyclists find pain relief and avoid future injuries. There are four overuse injuries that are the most common among cyclists, according to Pinto.
Lower Back Pain
“Almost 60 percent of cyclists have experienced back pain in the last 12 months,” Pinto says. “That’s pretty frequent.” Most people spend their days in a forward, flexed position such as leaning over a desk — just one of the daily activities that may set you up for back pain. On a bike, you sit in a similar position, which means muscles you used all week are already tired before you even start to ride. This posture can also lead to muscle imbalances and core stability problems. Here’s why: Each group of muscles works as a pair. When one set of muscles is being used, the other is relaxed. If you are constantly using your hip flexors to sit, your gluteal muscles relax and become weak from lack of use. This imbalance between hip flexors and gluteal muscles is a huge contributor to back pain. This imbalance stresses the lower back causing tightness and then subsequent weakness of the abdominals. “The biggest part of caring for back pain is actually treating the muscle imbalance and core stability issues that probably made it happen in the first place,” Pinto says. “We have to identify what a person’s particular issues are and help them stretch and strengthen the appropriate muscle groups.” To treat imbalances, Pinto stretches the tight muscles in your pecs and hip flexors. Then he helps you strengthen the opposing weakened, underused muscles such as the trapezius muscles and glutes. Over time, this combination of stretching and strengthening puts the muscles back in balance and helps prevent future overuse injuries.
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Knee Pain
Knee pain is the next most common problem among cyclists, Pinto says. Knee problems can often result from pedal and seat placement — for instance, if the front of your knee hurts, you likely have your seat too low. But the knee can also suffer from muscle imbalance issues. When the outside of the quadricep muscle gets too tight and the inside grows weak, the kneecap can move in an unbalanced and painful way. In his office, Pinto uses a variety of techniques to treat knee pain based on its cause. He uses muscle energy techniques to relax the muscle and newer treatments like super-pulsed laser therapy to reduce inflammation. Foam rolling to loosen tight muscles and wearing Kinesio tape applied by a professional can also be helpful. “The great thing about Kinesio tape is that over time, it can help the muscle strengthen,” he says. “We can tape the weak muscle to facilitate it and help make it stronger, and tape the tight muscle to inhibit it. Over time, using the Kinesio tape will help balance those muscles so they function properly.”
Foot Pain
Foot pain is a common problem among cyclists if they have poor cleat placement on the pedals or because of stiff-soled cycling cleats, both of which can prevent the foot from sitting in a comfortable, natural position. “We fit cyclists with orthotic inserts for their shoes to put the foot into a better position so it doesn’t fatigue or develop things like plantar fasciitis,” Pinto says. “The insoles tend to make a big difference in most foot pain.”
Hand and Wrist Pain
Wrist pain can come from multiple causes in cyclists. First, you may lean forward if your back gets too tired, which puts more pressure and strain on your handlebars and wrists. The second cause of hand and wrist pain actually comes from the neck, even if you don’t feel it there. “All the nerves in your neck go down into your arms and hands,” Pinto says. “Holding your neck in a static, extended position for a long time can pinch and irritate those nerves.” Pain can also radiate down from the neck and cause numbness in the hands, Pinto says. Though padded gloves may alleviate some hand and wrist pain, the key to getting long-lasting relief is treating the neck itself. With the right care for your body and the right geometry in your bike — that is, making sure your bike is set up correctly for you — you can avoid cycling overuse injuries. For help with these injuries, contact Pinto Chiropractic & Rehabilitation at (757) 220-8552.
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little over three years ago, I laced up my running shoes and headed out on my first run in years. It was painful and slow-going, but at that point in my life I was semi-fresh out of college, chubby and severely uncomfortable in my own skin; I knew I needed to make a big change. So, I downloaded the Couch to 5K app and struggled through the first few weeks. Soon enough, I realized I was actually not too bad at running. My endurance was building and my pace was quickening. I signed up for my first 5K race, then my first half marathon. Now I have three half marathons, a triathlon and several 5Ks and 10Ks under my belt. I’m down 40 pounds and prioritize taking care of my body through exercise, drinking water and skincare. Since I started my “fitness journey,” many people have asked me for advice. It’s incredibly humbling, but my response is true: if I can do it, anyone can. I despised cardio, sweating — anything that would cause my face to flush. Now, it’s part of my daily routine and a huge stress reliever. I want to share some of the advice I’ve given over the years to people looking to make a lifestyle change or lose weight. Note: a few of these tips are running-specific, but if you replace “run” with your exercise of choice, they apply to a variety of exercises: THEHEALTHJOURNAL.ORG THEHEALTHJOURNAL.ORG
Set a tangible goal. My current goal is 1,000 miles this year, but I’ve been running practically nonstop for three years now. If you’re brand new to running, don’t decide you want to run six miles a day, every day of the week. A goal like that is not healthy, and it’s a guaranteed way to make yourself resent the sport. Start with a small goal: “I’ll run for 20 minutes, four days a week,” and build up from there. Find what keeps you motivated.
I kept signing up for races because it meant spending my hard-earned money on registration fees, making it harder to back out. Having a race on the horizon is what gets me out of bed on those groggy mornings. Consider your schedule and sign up for a race that you think you’ll actually be able to train for (see first tip), and then do it! I almost cried crossing the finish line of my first half marathon because I was so proud (and tired/ready for a beer). If signing up for races doesn’t do it for you, find what does. Maybe you can treat yourself to a margarita on Friday nights only if you’ve worked out four times that week. Maybe it’s not something tangible, but just being able to play tag with your kids without feeling exhausted. Whatever it is, finding your motivation will make your workouts so much more rewarding.
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n 1939, author Ernest Hemingway crossed from Florida to Cuba in his boat, setting up a semi-permanent residence there for the next 20 years. He loved the culture — the people, the cigars and the food. “Papa” Hemingway wrote some of his most famous works while living on the island, which sits 90 miles south of Miami in the Caribbean Sea. In Williamsburg, Va., a brand-new restaurant is trying to recreate Hemingway’s time in Cuba through its design, its environment and, most importantly, through its food. Habana Hemingway Cafe, located in McLaws Circle about a mile from Busch Gardens in Festival Marketplace, had its grand opening at the end of March after a building renovation. Surrounded by Floridian palm fronds mounted on the walls, paintings and photographs of Cuban life and culture let you know exactly where you are the moment you walk into the restaurant. On one side is the main dining area, flanked by a classic wrought iron railing and a staircase leading up to a DJ booth. On the other side of the cafe is a long wooden bar and a hand-painted wall mural, creating a different, more sultry feeling than the dining room. Hemingway’s works are stacked under a faux fireplace, while a cabinet stocks cigars. “Hemingway loved Cuba, and we wanted to bring him and Cuba together, here in Williamsburg,” says co-owner Jose Lorenzo, who emigrated from Cuba as did his partner, Alex Menendez. Habana Hemingway Cafe is Williamsburg’s only Cuban restaurant, although it isn’t the first — it takes the space where Centro Havana Café, which opened in 2012, once stood. The significance of the loca-
tion — in the heart of the Historic Triangle — isn’t lost on Lorenzo. “I picked Williamsburg for the history,” Lorenzo says. “People come from all over the world to visit Williamsburg, and we want to introduce all of them to our food.” Lorenzo has lived a storied life that not even Hemingway could have written. As a 17-year-old political artist in Cuba, Lorenzo faced up to 12 years in prison because of his art. After a harrowing journey to Guantanamo Bay where he was met by American armed forces, he eventually resettled in America and attended Virginia Commonwealth University, where he received a degree in graphic design. Lorenzo, now 40 years old, is especially proud of the art around Habana Hemingway Cafe, because he painted most of it. From the wall mural and hand-painted tables to the canvas paintings hung around the restaurant, it’s easy to see how this restaurant is a triumphant culmination of his journey from Cuba to America. Lorenzo and Menendez — crucial forces behind the restaurant’s menu and food offerings — are not your average restaurant owners. They spend time in the kitchen, behind the bar and sometimes even as the entertainment. Once a month, Lorenzo’s band of 20 years, TimbaSon La Original, performs for the restaurant’s guests. With a menu full of classic and traditional Cuban recipes, it’s hard to go wrong with your first choice. Along with affordable prices, the restaurant is a great place to take the whole family for lunch or dinner, and with different events and activities happening almost every night of the week, it’s perfect for a night out as well. The magic of Habana Hemingway is its authentic simplicity. Here
you won’t find any trendy or “foodie” friendly plating, and that’s just fine. If you take a picture of your dinner to post to social media, you’re not doing it for the artistry — you’re doing it to make everyone jealous that you’re eating a fabulous home-style Ropa Vieja and yuca fries and they’re not. If you’re new to Cuban food and aren’t sure what to order, the staff is friendly, knowledgeable and more than willing to recommend some stellar choices. The menu is very traditional, filled with Cuban classics like Los Tamalitos Que Vende Olga (homemade corn tamales stuffed with pork or chicken, with garlic sauce and onions), Pollo a la Plancha (Cuban-style grilled chicken breast) served with yuca fries, and Congriz, a Cuban staple of white rice and black beans. You can also find Cuban flavors fused into American-style dishes such as the IRAMIZ hamburger, served with plantain chips on the side. But the menu and style aren't solely traditional Cuban — there’s a bit of Florida flair in it as well. Lorenzo went to restaurants in Key West and Miami, learning and absorbing flavors and techniques that are used in the menu every day. This is particularly noticeable in the Cubano pork sandwich, a Miami favorite and a stand-out dish at Habana Hemingway Cafe. With locally baked bread and pork cooked fresh every morning, the simple attention to detail shines in the finished product, taking your taste buds from Williamsburg to Little Havana in no time. On one wall of the cafe, American and Cuban flags hang side-byside, a complex relationship that’s a testament to Lorenzo’s journey to opening the restaurant.
“I love Cuba, and I love America,” he says. “I want to bring them both together, here at Habana Hemingway.” So head to the bar, order a Cubano with yuca fries, sip on a rum drink and you’ll fall in love with Habana Hemingway Cafe like Papa Hemingway fell in love with Cuba.
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Habana Hemingway is committed to being more than just a great lunch and dinner spot — it wants to be a place where the community can gather. To take advantage of the ambitious events schedule, some of the best times to dine are Wednesday nights, for free salsa lessons; Thursday nights, for Live Piano night; and the second Friday of every month, for Wine and Paint night with Lorenzo at the lead. “I want everyone to drink some mojitos and paint with me,” he says. “What’s better than that?”
The Perfect Meal at Habana Hemingway Cafe, Course by Course Starter: Los Tamalitos Que Vende Olga — Stuffed corn tamales wrapped in corn husks, served with Cuban Mojo sauce. Entree: Ropa Vieja — Shredded beef cooked with garlic, onions, bell peppers, wine and tomato sauce, served with Congriz rice and sweet plantains. Dessert: Try the sweet flan or the Mamey ice cream.
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Taste Appeal Ropa Vieja This recipe for shredded beef with peppers and onions comes right from the Lorenzo family. The ingredient amounts are not exact; adjust to your own liking. Ingredients: Flank steak Oregano Cumin Red peppers, diced Green peppers, diced Onions, chopped Minced garlic Tomato paste Red wine (cooking or sauvignon blanc) 3 whole bay leaves Vegetable oil Cut flank steak into long strips and boil in water seasoned with oregano, cumin and red wine. When done, shred the steak with a fork or by hand. Set aside. To make the sofrito (a sauce that is a staple in many Cuban dishes), add a bit of oil to a large frying pan and sautĂŠ together the garlic, peppers, onions, spices and bay leaves. Stir in the tomato paste. Remove bay leaves. Add the shredded meat to the sofrito, along with some water and red wine to thin the mixture down to your liking. Simmer on stovetop for about 10 minutes. Serve with congriz rice (recipe on next page).
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Mojo salad dressing
Congriz rice
Orange juice Lemon juice Garlic, minced very fine White onions, chopped very fine Cumin Oregano Salt Oil
Dried black beans Jasmine rice Oregano Cumin Minced garlic Chopped onion Red, yellow and green peppers, diced Salt Vegetable oil Sazón all-purpose seasoning
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Add all ingredients to taste and mix well.
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Rinse beans, then cover with water, bring to a boil and then simmer until tender. Reserve the water and set beans aside. Use the bean water (it should be almost black from the beans) to cook rice according to package directions, adding oregano, cumin, salt and sazón to the water before cooking. Prepare sofrito: Add a bit of vegetable oil to a saucepan and sauté together garlic, onions, peppers, cumin, sazón and salt. Add the beans to the sofrito, then cook for a few minutes to blend flavors. Stir rice and beans together and serve.
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Traditional Cuban Flan 10 eggs 2 cans sweetened condensed milk 2 cans evaporated milk 2 tsp. vanilla extract 5 tbsp. white sugar Stir all ingredients except sugar together, mixing well with a fork. In a small saucepan, heat sugar over medium heat until it dissolves and forms a liquid, swirling occasionally. Lift slightly over heat source until the sugar turns a dark golden brown. Pour caramelized sugar into a 9x13 glass casserole dish, swirling the dish to coat. Pour the egg and milk mixture on top of the caramelized sugar. Place the filled casserole dish into a larger glass pan, then add an inch of hot water to the outer pan. Bake in 350-degree oven for about an hour or until set. To serve, run a knife around the edge of the pan and turn over to release flan. To make a coconut version of the flan, substitute shredded coconut for the vanilla extract.
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the doctor and asked to be tested because [of the results].” Her daughter's test came back negative for celiac's. The DNA kits generate a lot of information, which Buggé discovered after getting updates to her results. However, not all of the results are translated for the average consumer, and it is easy to be overwhelmed without a strong background in genetics or a guide to help sift through the results for meaning. “Genetic counselors can help navigate the genetic testing process, interpret complex scientific data and serve as an advocate for the patient and their family,” says Lewis, who works with those affected by or at-risk for genetic conditions. “Individuals should consider contacting a genetic counselor if they have a family history of a health condition they suspect may be genetic and are considering genetic testing for themselves.” Lewis is a strong advocate for genetic testing, especially when used as a tool to confirm a diagnosis of a genetic condition, guide medical management, or screen and test other at-risk relatives. “Genetic testing has helped many patients and families find answers to previously unexplainable symptoms” she adds. “In the oncology (cancer) setting, in some cases, genetic testing has allowed patients to better understand the lifetime risk for cancer and empower them to make more informed decisions regarding cancer screening and lifestyle choices.”
But the shortcomings of direct-to-consumer tests are just as extensive. In March, for example, the FDA highlighted a DTC report on three specific gene mutations common in breast cancer patients. Yet according to Lewis, those mutations, while seen in people of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry, aren’t commonly seen in other populations. “There are thousands of different [gene] variants this test will not detect,” says Lewis, who points to the bigger problem: “Similarly, while [the gene variants] account for [approximately 50 percent] of hereditary breast cancer, there are other breast cancer genes this test will not analyze. Therefore, a negative result for this particular DTC test does not rule out the possibility of hereditary breast cancer in a family.” In other words, if someone misreads the fine print of a DTC test and receives a negative test result, it’s easy to make the jump that this person does not have any increased risk for a genetic disorder when, in fact, this is not the case. “Anyone ordering a DTC test should always discuss the results with their healthcare provider,” says Lewis. “Any information received from DTC testing should be discussed in the context of the patient’s personal and family history.” What about the identifiable data that consumers are volunteering (nay, paying) to companies to house their genetic information? Lewis advocates discretion and due diligence. “It is important to consider and understand the specific company’s
privacy clause,” she says. “How do they protect your data. Are they selling it to a third party? In some cases, your de-identified data is used for research unless you specifically opt out. In addition, DTC companies could be subpoenaed to release your DNA.” In fact, the Washington Post reported in April that California police cracked a 42-year-old cold case when they identified the “Golden State Killer” as Joseph James DeAngelo. Police found him by comparing DNA evidence in the case with databases at GEDmatch, a popular (and free) genealogy website. According to the article, DeAngelo never used the service, but a member of his extended family did, “and that person’s DNA partially matched evidence related to the serial killer.” While few would argue against the legitimate use of genetic information in the name of justice, privacy advocates raise concerns over the abuse of such powers. The Federal Trade Commission recommends reading the privacy policy with each kit, which should say how the company will use your information, how it will secure it and whether it will share your information with third parties. So, what should the average person do when considering these DTC tests? Are they worth it? Well, maybe. But if you’re truly concerned about finding out if you’re susceptible to a certain disease, the genetic health tests ordered and conducted by medical professionals are better tailored to determine an individual’s specific risk.
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aybe you haven’t heard the news, but carbs are going to kill you. Probably. Maybe. Unless it’s fat that’s going to kill you. Maybe it’s fat.
Most diet advice comes down strongly on one side or the other of the low fat vs. low carb debate. According to some experts, that’s a mistake. The best diet, might, in fact, benefit by some of both. Menno Henselmans, a personal trainer and bodybuilder from the Netherlands who is known in training circles for providing research-based nutrition advice, says most people are focusing on the wrong thing. The first thing to understand is that the primary determinant of whether someone will gain or lose weight is calorie balance. If you eat more calories than you expend, you’ll gain weight. Burn more calories than you consume, and you’ll lose weight, barring possible water-weight retention. Studies have consistently upheld the importance of calorie balance as a determinant to weight loss. Henselmans cautions that “when determining the effects of any diet on your weight and body composition, always keep total energy balance over time in mind … the laws of physics cannot be bent.” THEHEALTHJOURNAL.ORG / 42
BY JOHN FAWKES Henselmans advocates focusing less on carb vs. fat content and more on eating foods with a high satiety index — that is, foods that are more filling on a calorie-forcalorie basis. He advises his clients to make vegetables and fish the core of their diets, eat lots of meat and fruit and to strictly limit added oils and starchy, grain-based foods. The diet debate often centers around the alleged hormonal effects of eating fats and carbohydrates. The low-carb camp claims that carbohydrates promote obesity and inflammation by spiking insulin. Advocates of lowfat dieting think that fat is more likely to be deposited directly into your fat stores, and that high-fat diets cause dangerously elevated cholesterol levels. According to Henselmans, both groups are mostly wrong. Both fat and cholesterol are vital nutrients that your body needs to produce hormones like testosterone and estrogen. Research shows that a moderate- to high-fat intake supports healthy hormone levels and muscle growth. As for carbohydrates, Henselmans does caution against excess consumption, but stresses that the role of insulin in the body has been widely misunderstood. Insulin actually has an appetite-suppressing effect, and too little insulin can be as bad as too much. Carbohydrates also help your body produce melatonin — the hormone that regulates sleep and wakefulness — so he advises having some in the evenings.
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In recent years, studies have revealed that cutting back on fat doesn’t always contribute to a lower risk of heart disease or a reduced chance of dying early. In fact, some studies show the opposite — that people who eat extremely low amounts of fat tend to die earlier. In 2017, researchers at McMaster University in Ontario, Canada, looked at how diet affects health and mortality. Their study, published in the journal Lancet, found that people might benefit more by lowering the amount of carbs they eat as opposed to lowering fat. Research generally shows that on average, people get similar results from low-fat and low-carb diets. But averages rarely tell the whole story. “Large variation in the metabolic response to high- and low-carb diets have been found between individuals,” Henselmans says. Some people will be leaner on a low-carb, or even no-carb diet, while others will be leaner on a highcarb diet. Most people fall somewhere in between and are better off practicing moderation. There are blood tests to measure your carbohydrate tolerance, but you don’t necessarily need them. You can experiment with eating meals that have varying levels of fat and carbohydrate content and see which type of meal leaves you feeling the best. The best diet for you will be the one that gives you the highest energy level in the hours following a meal. According to Henselmans, “fat intake should whenever possible be kept at a minimum of 20 percent of total energy intake,” and for most people it could even be as high as 40 percent. People with an extremely low carbohydrate tolerance may consume 60-80 percent of their total calories from fat. Carbohydrates can range from 5 percent of total calories for people with a low-carb tolerance, to 20-40 percent for the average person, to over 50 percent for athletes. With so many diets out there, from ketogenic to paleo to whatever’s trendy at the moment, ultimately, the best diet for you is one that you can stick to and that makes you feel good. For most people, that means moderate intakes of both fat and carbohydrates.
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PEDIATRIC OPTOMETRY Kelsey Guth, O.D. Colonial Eye Care Dr. Kelsey Guth is Williamsburg’s first residencytrained pediatric optometrist and is currently accepting new patients. Dr. Guth received her biology degree from Virginia Tech and graduated with honors while earning her Doctor of Optometry degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She then completed an externship at the world-renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida and her Pediatrics and Vision Therapy residency in Memphis, Tennessee, focusing on vision disorders such as amblyopia, strabismus, convergence insufficiency, and learning-related vision problems. Dr. Guth is an active member of the American Academy of Optometry, American Optometric Association, Virginia Optometric Association, and the College of Optometrists in Vision Development. Originally from Manassas, Virginia, Dr. Guth recently relocated to Williamsburg with her husband, Matt, and feels right at home in the community. In her free time she enjoys traveling, physical fitness, playing with her puppy, Mabel, and all things Virginia Tech.
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Dr. Stephen Shield knows allergies and asthma. As a child growing up in Newport News, Virginia, he suffered from both problems. As the parent of children with allergies, he’s aware of the impact allergies can have on a child’s educational and social development; and as a board-certified, fellowshiptrained specialist who’s been in practice for over 20 years, he has the knowledge and experience that can help you and your children with your quest for better health. He knows that allergies and asthma don’t have to control you. He helps you control them. Practicing locally since 1993, Dr. Shield joined with Allergy Partners, the nation’s largest medical practice dedicated to treating allergies, in 2010. This partnership allows patients on the Peninsula to receive some of the most advanced care available from a local physician who cares about his community. Dr. Shield sees children and adults, and is accepting new patients in his Williamsburg and Newport News offices.
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Dermatology Specialists Dr. White was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and he grew up on the Southside of Virginia. While serving as a Major in the Air Force, he was Chief of the Department of Dermatology at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. from 1987 until 1989. He also received the Air Force Commendation Medal. In 1989, Dr. White founded Danville Dermatology Associates in Danville, Va., where he practiced until September 2011, when he joined Dermatology Specialists. Dr. White practices general medical and surgical dermatology, including the evaluation and management of skin cancer. He and his wife live in Newport News and he enjoys sports, movies, and reading. Dr. White sees patients in our Newport News office.
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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. Williamsburg Center for Dental Health
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Miranda Hayden is a licensed and registered dietitiannutritionist and a certified specialist in renal nutrition. She has over 15 years of experience counseling patients with chronic kidney disease, diabetes, weight loss, hyperlipidemia and hypertension. Miranda received her master’s degree in public health/nutrition from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va.; a bachelor’s degree in exercise science/ nutrition from Norfolk State University; and an associate’s degree in dietetics and applied sciences from Youngstown State University in Ohio. She is certified in adult weight management through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Diabetes Prevention. “All of us are equipped to succeed,” Miranda continuously proves; she is passionate about helping others succeed with living a healthy lifestyle. Meet with Miranda at one of multiple locations in Hampton Roads, and she does take insurance. To read more, visit www.LWell.com/miranda-hayden LWell Serving patients in multiple locations throughout Hampton Roads 1309 Jamestown Rd., #102 Williamsburg, VA 23185 (757) 585-3441
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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.
Dr. Harper has focused a significant part of his practice on sleep apnea and TMJ. He works closely with local sleep medicine physicians to diagnose and treat sleep apnea, snoring, teeth grinding and TMJ problems. When a CPAP device is not successful or necessary, Dr. Harper then uses his extensive training and background to choose the right custom appliance for his patients. His experience with many different appliance designs increases comfort and success of the appliance, and leads to better sleep, improved health, and a higher quality of life. Dr. Harper uses his background and knowledge of TMJ disorders to prevent common side effects of sleep apnea appliance therapy including bite changes, tooth pain and TMJ pain. He also helps patients who suffer with TMJ disorders and were not properly diagnosed or were given a thick plastic “night guard”, but still suffer from tightness, tension, pain and worn/fractured teeth.
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Dermatology Specialists Dr. Joselin 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, N.Y. 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, Ore.
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Dr. Steven C. Mares, is the owner of Erase the Canvas, LLC, specializing in Laser Tattoo Removal and AntiAging Laser and Botox Treatments. He is a “Hokie,” having graduated with a degree in chemistry in 1986 from Virginia Tech. He received his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1992 and completed a pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters in Norfolk, Va. in 1995. He went on to complete a sports medicine fellowship at the Houghston Sports Medicine Center in Columbus, Ga. in 1996, the year of the XXVI Olympics. During his time there, he was involved in taking care of the Elite Olympic hopefuls at the U.S. Track and Field Championships as well as the Women’s Olympic Softball Athletes. He moved to Williamsburg where he is involved with student athletes and the theater department at Lafayette High School. He did laser training at the National Laser Institute in Phoenix, Ariz., in 2010, and opened his clinic in 2013.
Erase the Canvas, LLC 304 Bulifants Blvd, Suite 201 Williamsburg, VA (757) 532-9390 erasethecanvas.com
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 Dr. Williamsburg (757) 259-0443 895 City Center Blvd., Suite 302 Newport News (757) 596-8025 Hampton Roads ENT & Allergy 5408 Discovery Park Drive Williamsburg (757) 253-8722 901 Enterprise Pkwy., Suite 300 Hampton (757) 825-2500 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 CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE Integrative Chiropractic, Acupuncture & Laser Wade Quinn, D.C. 1318 Jamestown Road, Suite 102 Williamsburg (757) 253-1900 Pinto Chiropractic & Rehabilitation 5408 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite 200 Williamsburg (757) 645-9353
COSMETIC & PLASTIC SURGERY Williamsburg Plastic Surgery 333 McLaws Circle Williamsburg (757) 345-2275 DENTISTRY New Town Dental Arts Sebastiana G. Springmann, D.D.S, F.A.G.D. 4939 Courthouse St. Williamsburg (757) 259-0741 Pediatric Dental Specialists of Williamsburg 213 Bulifants Blvd., Suite B Williamsburg (757) 903-4525 Pediatric Dental Specialists of Hampton 2111 Hartford Road, Suite C Hampton (757) 864-0606 Port Warwick Dental Arts Lisa Marie Samaha, D.D.S, F.A.G.D 251 Nat Turner Blvd., Newport News (757) 223-9270 Williamsburg Center for Dental Health Stacey Sparkman Hall, D.D.S 5231 Monticello Ave., Suite E Williamsburg (757) 565-6303 DERMATOLOGY Associates In Dermatology, Inc. 17 Manhattan Square Hampton (757) 838-8030 Dermatology Specialists Michael C. White , M.D. Jason D. Mazzurco, D.O. 11844 Rock Landing Drive, Suite B Newport News (757) 873-0161 Dermatology Specialists 475 McLaws Circle, Suite 1 Williamsburg (757) 259-9466 DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING Orthopaedic & Spine Center 250 Nat Turner Blvd. Newport News (757) 596-1444 Tidewater Diagnostic Imaging 100 Sentara Circle Williamsburg (757) 984-6000
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American Red Cross Adult Dental Clinic 606 West 29th St. Norfolk (757) 446-7756
Visiting Angels 704 Thimble Shoals Blvd., #600-B Newport News (757) 599-4145
Angels of Mercy Medical Clinic 7151 Richmond Road, Suite 401 Williamsburg (757) 565-1700
HOSPITALS & MEDICAL CENTERS
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 Ave. 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 GASTROENTEROLOGY Digestive Disease Center of Virginia, PC Richard J. Hartle, M.D. 5424 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite 104 Williamsburg (757) 206-1190 HEALTH CARE ATTORNEYS Brain Injury Law Center 2100 Kecoughtan Road Hampton (877) 840-3431
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Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital 2 Bernardine Dr. Newport News (757) 886-6000 Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center Granby St. & Kingsley Lane Norfolk (757) 889-5310 Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center 3636 High St. Portsmouth (757) 398-2200 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., Suffolk (757) 673-5832 Chesapeake Regional Medical Center 736 Battlefield Blvd. North Chesapeake (757) 312-8121 Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters 601 Children’s Lane Norfolk (757) 668-7098 CommuniCare Family Health Center 804 Whitaker Lane Norfolk (757) 393-6363 Dorothy G. Hoefer Comprehensive Breast Center 11803 Jefferson Ave., Newport News (757) 594-1899 Hampton Roads Community Health Center 664 Lincoln St. Portmouth (757) 393-6363 Ocean View Medical and Dental Center 9581 Shore Dr. Nofolk (757) 393-6363 Park Place Family Medical Center 3415 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 393-6363 Riverside Hampton Roads Surgical Specialists 120 Kings Way, Suite 2800 Williamsburg (757) 345-0141
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Riverside Doctors’ Hospital 1500 Commonwealth Ave. Williamsburg (757) 585-2200 Riverside Regional Medical Center 500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News (757) 594-2000 Sentara Independence 800 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 363-6100 Sentara CarePlex Hospital 3000 Coliseum Dr. Hampton (757) 736-1000 Sentara Heart Hospital 600 Gresham Dr. Norfolk (757) 388-8000 Sentara Leigh Hospital 830 Kempsville Road Norfolk (757) 261-6000 Sentara Norfolk General Hospital 600 Gresham Dr. Norfolk (757) 388-3000 Sentara Obici Hospital 2800 Godwin Blvd. Suffolk (757) 934-4000 Sentara Port Warwick 1031 Loftis Blvd. Newport News (757) 736-9898 Sentara Princess Anne 2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 507-0000 Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital 1060 First Colonial Road Virginia Beach (757) 395-8000 Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center 100 Sentara Circle Williamsburg (757) 984-6000 MASSAGE THERAPY Oasis Healing Massage Jamestowne Professional Park, 1769 Jamestown Road Suite 209 Williamsburg (804) 916-9494 Spiral Path Massage and Bodywork 215 Ingram Road, Suite D Williamsburg (757) 209-2154
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Access AIDS Support 218 S. Armistead Ave. Hampton (757) 722-5511 222 W. 21st St., Suite F-308 Norfolk (757) 622-2989 Alzheimer’s Association 6350 Center Dr., Suite 102 Norfolk (757) 459-2405 213-B McLaws Circle Williamsburg (757) 221-7272 24-hour Helpline: (800) 272-3900 American Cancer Society 11835 Canon Blvd., Suite 102-A Newport News (757) 591-8330 American Diabetes Association 870 Greenbrier Circle, Suite 404 Chesapeake (757) 424-6662
Cancer Support Group - Kelly Weinberg Foundation kellyweinbergfoundation. org, info@ kellyweinbergfoundation.org (757) 250-3220 Center for Excellence in Aging & Lifelong Health 3901 Treyburn Dr., Suite 100 Williamsburg (757) 220-4751 CHEAR, Inc. c/o Department of Otolaryngology, EVMS 600 Gresham Dr., Suite 1100 Norfolk (757) 388-6229 Child Development Resources 150 Point O’ Woods Road Norge (757) 566-3300 Citizens’ Committee to Protect the Elderly PO Box 10100 Virginia Beach (757) 518-8500
Hope House Foundation 801 Boush St., Suite 302 Norfolk (757) 625-6161
Ronald McDonald House 404 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 627-5386
Hospice House & Support Care of Williamsburg 4445 Powhatan Parkway Williamsburg (757) 253-1220
RSVP: Retired Senior Volunteers 12388 Warwick Blvd., Suite 201 Newport News (757) 595-9037
Jewish Family Service of Tidewater, Inc. 5000 Corporate Woods Drive, Suite 400 Virginia Beach (757) 321-2222 Lee’s Friends: Helping People Live with Cancer 7400 Hampton Blvd., Suite 201 Norfolk (757) 440-7501 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 6350 Center Dr., Suite 216 Norfolk (757) 459-4670 National MS Society 760 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Suite 201 Virginia Beach (757) 490-9627
American Heart Association 500 Plume St. East, Suite 110 Norfolk (757) 628-2610
Colonial Behavioral Health 1657 Merrimac Trail Williamsburg (757) 220-3200
The Needs Network, Inc. 9905 Warwick Blvd. Newport News (757) 251-0600
American Parkinson’s Disease Association 4560 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach (757) 495-3062
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
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 Dr., Bldg. 5, Suite 228 Norfolk (757) 965-8373 Beacon House Clubhouse for Brain Injury Survivors 3808-C Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 631-0222 Cancer Care Foundation of Tidewater 5900 Lake Wright Dr. Norfolk (757) 461-8488
Faith in Action 354 McLaws Circle, Suite 2 Williamsburg (757) 258-5890 Food Bank of the Virginia Peninsula 2401 Aluminum Ave. Hampton (757) 596-7188
312 Waller Mill Road, Suite 105 Williamsburg (757) 345-6277
Food Bank of SEVA 800 Tidewater Dr. Norfolk (757) 627-6599
Peninsula Institute for Community Health 1033 28th St. Newport News (757) 591-0643
Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board 300 Medical Dr. Hampton (757) 788-0300
Peninsula Pastoral Counseling Center 707 Gum Rock Court Newport News (757) 873-2273
Here for the Girls 1311 Jamestown Road, Suite 202 Williamsburg (757) 645-2649
Protect Our Kids P.O. Box 561 Hampton (757) 727-0651 Respite Care Center for Adults with Special Needs 500 Jamestown Road Williamsburg (757) 229-1771
St. Mary’s Home for Disabled Children 6171 Kempsville Circle Norfolk (757) 622-2208 Sarcoidosis Suport Group/Charity #teamandreafight llc (757) 309-4334 The Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Foundation 1 Singleton Dr. Hampton (757) 827-8757 Senior Center of York 5314 George Washington Hwy. Yorktown (757) 898-3807
ONCOLOGY The Paul F. Schellhammer Cancer Center- a division of Urology of Virginia 229 Clearfield Ave. Virginia Beach (757) 457-5177 Virginia Oncology Associates 725 Volvo Pkwy, Suite 200 Chesapeake (757) 549-4403 3000 Coliseum Dr., Suite 104 Hampton (757) 827-9400 1051 Loftis Blvd., Suite 100 Newport News (757) 873-9400 5900 Lake Wright Dr. Norfolk (757) 466-8683 5838 Harbour View Blvd., Suite 105 Suffolk (757) 484-0215
Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia 5 Interstate Corporate Center 6350 Center Dr., Suite 101 Norfolk 757-222.4509
2790 Godwin Blvd., Suite 101 Suffolk (757) 539-0670
Susan G. Komen Tidewater 420 N. Center Dr. Building 11, Suite 143 Norfolk (757) 490-7794
500 Sentara Circle, Suite 203 Williamsburg (757) 229-2236
United Way 11870 Merchants Walk, Suite 104 Newport News (757) 873.9328
OPTOMETRY & OPHTHALMOLOGY
5400 Discovery Park Blvd., Suite 104 Williamsburg (757) 253-2264 The Up Center 1805 Airline Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 397-2121 222 W. 19th St. Norfolk (757) 622-7017 VersAbility Resources 2520 58th St. Hampton (757) 896-6461 VA Medical Center 100 Emancipation Dr. Hampton (757) 722-9961 We Promise Foundation 160 Newtown Road Virginia Beach (757) 233-7111 OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY Williamsburg Obstetrics & Gynecology 500 Sentara Circle, Suite 105 Williamsburg (757) 253-5653
1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Suite 102 Virginia Beach (757) 368-0437
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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1417 North Main St. Suffolk (757) 934-3366
Bon Secours In Motion Physical Therapy 13609 Carrollton Blvd., Suite 15 Carrollton (757) 238-2690
4677 Columbus St., Suite 201 Virginia Beach (757) 463-2540
235 Hanbury Road East Chesapeake (757) 391-7660 2613 Taylor Road, Suite 102 Chesapeake (757) 465-7651 1416 Stephanie Way, Suite A Chesapeake (757) 391-7676 5 Armistead Pointe Parkway Hampton (757) 224-4601
1817 Laskin Road, Suite 100 Virginia Beach (757) 437-0471 1253 Nimmo Parkway, Suite 105 Virginia Beach (757) 943-3060 101 Long Green Blvd. Yorktown (757) 952-1900
14703 Warwick Blvd., Suite B Newport News (757) 947-1230
Dominion Physical Therapy & Associates, Inc. 304 Marcella Road, Suite E Hampton (757) 825-9446
2 Bernardine Dr. Newport News (757) 886-6480
466 Denbigh Blvd. Newport News (757) 875-0861
7300 Newport Ave., Suite 300 Norfolk (757) 217-0333
729 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 4-C (Pediatrics) Newport News (757) 873-2932
885 Kempsville Road, Suite 300 Norfolk (757) 955-2800
301 Riverview Ave. Norfolk (757) 963-5588
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
Orthopaedic & Spine Center Physical Therapy 250 Nat Turner Blvd. Newport News (757) 596-1900
154 E Little Creek Road Norfolk (757) 797-0210
Pivot Physical Therapy 4020 Raintree Road, Suite D Chesapeake (757) 484-4241
2007 Meade Pkwy. Suffolk (757) 539-6300
135 W. Hanbury Road, Suite B Chesapeake (757) 819-6512 927 N. Battlefield Blvd., Suite 200 Chesapeake (757) 436-3350
2004 Sandbridge Road, Suite 102 Virginia Beach (757) 301-6316 1745 Camelot Dr., Suite 100 Virginia Beach (757) 961-4800
1580 Armory Dr., Suite B Franklin (757) 562-0990
4624 Pembroke Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 460-3363
6970 Fox Hunt Lane, Gloucester (804) 694-8111
100 Winters St., Suite 106 West Point (757) 843-9033
2106 Executive Dr. Hampton (757) 838-6678
156-B Strawberry Plains Road Williamsburg (757) 565-3400
9 Manhattan Square, Suite B Hampton (757) 825-3400 7190 Chapman Dr. Hayes (804) 642-3028
500 Rodman Ave., Suite 3 Portsmouth (757) 393-6119
751 J Clyde Morris Blvd Newport News (757) 873-2123
5701 Cleveland St., Suite 600 Virginia Beach (757) 995-2700
612 Denbigh Blvd. Newport News (757) 874-0032
Hampton Roads Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine 730 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 130 Newport News (757) 873-1554
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