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Beat the heatAvoid feeling draggy during summer’s dog days

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HYDRATE FOR HEALTHDrink plenty of water to stay cool calm and collected

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Summer’s dog days are known for making peoplefeel sluggish. Long spells of hot and humid weather can make summer feel like an eternity.

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Limiting caffeine consumption to morning and early afternoon hours is one way to avoid feeling sluggish at the office during the dog days of summer.

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G ERD occurs when a small valve (the lower esophageal sphincter or LES) between the stomach and esophagus leaks, causing digestive fluids and stomach acid to

“back up” from the stomach into the esophagus. The acid can irritate the esophagus, leading to symptoms. GERD can also damage the delicate lining on the inside of the esophagus, leading to more serious problems in some patients.

Frequent heartburn is the most common symptom of GERD and often occurs after meals. It is often described as an uncomfortable, rising, burning sensation behind the breast-bone. Other major symptoms of GERD are: regurgitation of gastric acid or sour contents into the mouth; difficult and/or painful swallowing; and chest pain.

Treatment: Consult with your doctor to determine which of these measures may be appropriate for you.• Elevate the head of your bed 2-6 inches with wood blocks or bricks. Using extra pillows

is NOT a good substitute. Use of a foam wedge beneath the upper half of the body is an alternative.

• Foods that may aggravate the symptoms: spicy and fatty foods, tomato and citrus juices (such as grapefruit and orange juices), chocolate, mints, coffee, tea, colas, and alcoholic beverages.

• Do not lie down for up to 2 hours after eating,• Stop smoking• Limit coffee to 1 cup per day. • Avoid tight clothing.• Antacids can be taken at bedtime and 30-60 minutes after each meal or as directed by

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T he summer can be a great time for relaxing with family and enjoying the nice weather, says Alan Parker,

Executive Director of the Bristal Assisted Living Community in Lynbrook, but it can also be dangerous if you don’t take the proper precautions. Drink plenty of water. The heat can dehydrate you quickly, so make sure to have plenty of water on hand during the day, whether you’re outdoors or not. Protect your skin. Use sunscreen and wear a hat to lessen sun exposure to the face and neck – two spots extremely vulnerable to contact with the sun. Limit strenuous activity and exercise. Planning around the hottest time of the day can help to limit exposure to the heat and can be much easier on your body. Take regular breaks when possible if you have to work outdoors. Heat and medications. Many medications, particularly antibiotics and diuretics can block the body’s natural ability to cope with the sun and heat. Always check with a pharmacist or doctor to ensure that medications will not cause you to be more susceptible to heat-related problems. Check on your friends and family. The heat can be especially difficult on young children and the elderly, so make sure to check regularly on your family, friends and neighbors during hot spells. The Bristal Assisted Living communities have facilities in East Meadow, East Northport, Lynbrook, North Hills, North Woodmere, Westbury and Massap

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W e face many challenges when trying to lose weight and maintain a healthier lifestyle.

Here are three common problems and how you can have success in the face of challenges: Not eating on a schedule, or skipping meals altogether. This is one habit that exists across the board in men and women of all age ranges. Our brains run on glucose, a simple sugar produced by the breakdown of food. When you skip meals, your brain doesn’t have the glucose needed to make good decisions – like choosing a healthy snack or meal option. People who eat on a schedule throughout the day generally eat less and weigh less overall. Depriving, depriving, depriving and then binging. When dieting people often feel that they have to get rid of every “bad” food. While it is true that you can-not lose weight or maintain a healthy weight eating whatever you want when-ever you want, depriving yourself of everything you crave will lead to one thing and one thing only: binging. Dieting with the purpose of losing weight, not changing habits. Most of the time when people “go on a diet” it is with very short-term goals, like getting ready for summer. If instead, you make manageable lifestyle changes and have long-term as well as short-term goals, you will be more likely to use your small successes as the push you need to contin-ue through summer and beyond. Dr. Bo Rosenblat, a board-certified medical doctor, is Chief Physician for Dr. Bo’s Diet. For more information about Dr. Bo’s Diet, call 516-284-8248.

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Y our mother was right! A good night’s sleep IS important. Sleeping well is essential to physical health and emotional well-being. Snoring and

sleep apnea are the common sleep disorders. Snoring occurs when the tissues of the throat (soft palate, uvula, and back of the tongue) relax and vibrate against each other during breathing. Sleep apnea, the more serious sleep disorder, is the complete cessation of breath-ing resulting in the lowering of blood oxygen levels (hypoxia). Sleep apnea, or pauses in breathing, interrupts sleep by causing people to awaken throughout the night, often multiple times per hour. While most people with sleep apnea don’t remember these awakenings, they feel the effects in other ways, such as exhaustion during the day, irritability and depression, and decreased productivity. While surgery and other treatments for snoring and sleep apnea exist, dental appliances serve a role in treat-ing today’s epidemic of obstructive sleep apnea. Research suggests that dental appliance therapy, Dental Sleep Medicine, is as effective in treating sleep disorders as more aggressive surgical options. “We have had a lot of success in treating patients from a dental perspective,” says Dr. Keith Hasday. “We work specifically with patients who experience sleep deprivation as a result of snoring and sleep apnea, by approaching the problem with a minimally invasive non-surgical approach. I am someone who suffers from sleep apnea so I personally benefit from this research.” This approach is preferable to many because there is no down time or surgical risks or cumbersome machines that inhibit sleep position. The results speak for themselves. Dentists with training in oral appliance therapy can help determine which is best suited for your specific needs.

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them? GENESIS Fertility & Reproductive Medicine, the brainchild of Dr. Richard Grazi, is not a promise of happiness or a secret to pre-natal success; it is however, a beacon of hope to some when it seems there is none left. Dr. Grazi has brought his expertise in infer-tility to the Five Towns by establishing an office at 1175 West Broadway in Hewlett. Dr. Grazi is smart, soft-spoken, and very confident. When asked why he chose this field, he imme-diately replied, “Mine is a field unlike any other. By virtue of the human drama that we deal with every day, we create new families. While it’s not often that we get to save a per-son’s life, we do get to change our patients’ lives. And that is a difference that is everlast-ing.” He recalls, “The thought of becoming a doctor came late to me. I had an epiphany after my first year of medical school, when the first “test tube baby” was born. The birth of this one baby, and how it was accomplished, all seemed so exciting and fresh. It was something new, scientific but very artful, very out-of-the-box.” For 25 years, Dr. Grazi and his expert staff consistently achieve and exceed national pregnancy rates while at the same time maintaining one of the lowest multi fetal preg-

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In 2001, South Nassau Communities Hospital was the first on Long Island to offer Gama Knife® Surgery. In its continuing effort to offer

the best in medical care, South Nassau is once again the first on Long Island to offer the latest in Gamma Knife technology: Gamma Knife Perfex-ion™, a noninvasive radiosurgery system that provides the same benefits of the Gamma Knife with several key improvements. The Perfexion now treats a broader scope of disorders, including tumors at the base of the skull, in the larynx or voice box and lesions in the sinuses, eye socket and neck and multiple metastatic (cancerous) tumors, deep-seated tumors and tumors close to arteries, nerves or other vital structures – all with enhanced accura-cy and efficiency. The Perfexion delivers a single, precise, high dose of ionizing radiation deep into the brain to destroy the tumor or lesion while protecting healthy surrounding tissue. The procedure can provide hope to patients for whom traditional brain surgery or radiation therapy are not options. More than 2,500 published medical papers have revealed the effectiveness of Gamma Knife surgery, and studies show that local control – meaning the specific tumor treated does not return – exceeds an average of 85% for the management of tumors in any brain location. “Gamma Knife has represented the gold standard for radiosurgery for more than 1,000 patients here at South Nassau and more than 600,000 around the world,” said Edward Mullen, M.D., co-medical director of the Long Island Gamma Knife. “The new Perfexion allows us to treat a broader range of disorders with even greater speed and efficiency.” For more information on Gamma Knife Perfexion, call 1-877-South-Nassau (768-8462).

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S t John’s Episcopal Hospital encourages everyone to take a positive approach to well-ness. Yearly screening examinations such as mammograms and bone density tests help maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. Early detection is your best defense against

many such debilitating diseases. Do you think you may be getting shorter? Are your pants getting longer? Significant bone loss may be occurring. Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become thin, weak and brittle, thus increasing the risk of a broken bone even from a minor fall or inju-ry. Breaking a bone when you are older, especially a vertebrae in your spine or a hip, can-not only be debilitating but deadly. Twenty-five percent of seniors who break a hip die within one year from problems related to the fracture itself or from the surgery to repair it. Many who survive need long term nursing home care. Osteoporosis, known as the silent disease, can sneak up on you and steal your free-dom! As we grow older, the absorption rate of calcium in the bones changes, robbing strength from your bones, a condition that you cannot feel. Other issues may impact bone health including certain medications, diseases and lifestyle practices. Fortunately, osteoporosis is a preventable disease. Here are some steps you can take:• Eat Healthy, today.• Stay Active, forever.• Get a Bone Density test, soon. A bone density test or DEXA scan is a pain-free x-ray imaging examination used to evaluate a patient for osteoporosis. St. John’s Episcopal Hospital is proud to offer the new-est and most state-of-the-art bone density scanner to the area. Generally, women of menopausal age should have a baseline screening bone density exam due to the fact that bone loss is most rapid in the first few years after menopause. Men are not immune from osteoporosis but are usually screened later in life based on risk factors. Please check with your doctor to see if you are eligible. Depending on the results, close monitoring by your physician may be necessary with follow-up bone densi-ty studies recommended yearly or every other year. Having a mammogram yearly should be another priority for all women over 40 in

2012. We support this practice at St. John’s Episcopal by pro-viding digital mammography, the most up-to-date and highest quality breast imaging available on the Rockaways. When it’s time for your annual mammo-gram, make it digital. Full-field digital mammography is your newest ally in the fight against breast cancer. Breast images appear in seconds on a comput-er screen providing:• Enhanced images• Greater image flexibility• Shorter exam times• Faster results• Fewer callbacks• Better imaging for dense breast tissue than traditional film/screen methods. St. John’s also offers mammography computer aided detection system (CAD) and board-certified radiologists also certified in the reading of mammograms, both important elements in providing high quality personalized breast care. Your health is important to you and those who care about you at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital. Our vision is to promote wellness and provide the highest quality of health care available. We have new state-of-the-art MRI services too. To discover all the benefits of having these examinations or to schedule an appointment at St. John’s Episcopal HospitalImaging Department, call Eileen McDonald, L.R.T., R.M., St. John’s Episcopal Hospital Imaging Department, at 718-869-7175.

St. John’s Episcopal Hospital reminds you to schedule your bone density exam and mammogram today

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Hydration is healthWant to stay cool, calm and collected? Drink more water

It regulates our temperature; cushions and protects vital organs; aids in digestion; and acts within each cell to transport nutrients and dispel waste. According to the American Council on Exercise, water constitutes 75 percent of muscle tissue and 10 percent of essential fatty tissue, contributing to good health and strength. Since the brain is 75 percent water, being moderately dehydrated causes headaches, dizziness, and, according to some reports, mental fogginess. Water is also required for healthy lung function, moistening oxygen so that you can breathe better. The International Bottled Water Association says that adequate hydration helps convert food into energy and cushions joints. And the nutrition site HealthyCrush.com points to good hydration for healthier skin, hair and nails. It’s important stay hydrated throughout the year, but especially during the summer months.

ARE YOU DEHYDRATED? Headache and feelings of thirst are often the first signs that your water levels are too low. Other signs include:• Dry mouth• Sleepiness or fatigue• Extreme thirst• Confusion• Feeling dizzy or lightheaded• No tears when crying• Little or no urine or urine that is darker than usual Pay careful attention to your urine color. A pale shade of yel-low is often a good indicator that your body is functioning with an optimum amount of hydration. When it’s hot outside or when you are exercising, have a fever or are ill with vomiting or diarrhea, your rates of dehydration increase, and you must take extra steps to replenish water lost through these extreme conditions. On an everyday basis, you lose water simply by normal perspiration, going to the bathroom and even breathing. When you don’t replenish your body’s water content, dehydration sets in.

HOW MUCH WATER DO YOU NEED? Several medical studies have challenged the old formula of drinking eight glasses of water a day, total-ing 64 ounces. According to the American Council on Exercise, a healthy woman should aim for 2.7 liters of water per day, and a healthy man should aim for 3.7 liters, through both beverage and food sources. It’s best, however, to consult with your doctor or licensed nutri-tionist to assess your own body’s hydration needs. Some medical conditions require intake of more or less water. For instance, according to the American Council on Exercise, those with bladder infections or kidney stones may be advised to drink more water to aid in flushing out toxins and obstructions. If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, your physician or nutritionist can advise you on ideal water intake for your weight, body tem-perature and fitness levels.

WHAT TO DRINK FOR BETTER HYDRATION Water is the best option for hydrating the body. Juices that are 100 percent fruit, milk and herbal teas also help hydrate you, but be sure to avoid juices with high sugar content. Caffeinated drinks, such as coffee, tea and soda, contribute to water intake in moderation. But be careful: Overdoing it with caffeinated beverages can actually dehydrate you, since such drinks often act as diuretics. Low-sugar sports drinks can provide hydration, electrolytes and carbohydrates to prevent low blood sugar. But the American Council on Exercise suggests checking the serving size of a sports drink bottle, as one bottle may contain several servings, caffeine or high levels of sodium.

WHAT TO EAT FOR BETTER HYDRATION According to the International Bottled Water Association,

80 percent of hydration usually comes from beverages, and 20 percent comes from the food you eat. Fruits, vegetables and broth-based soups perform wonder-fully in the delivery of water to your system.

To better hydrate yourself, add to your diet more foods with higher water content. According to the American Dietetic Association, here are some foods with high levels of water con-tent:• Lettuce (1 1/2 cups): 95 percent water• Watermelon (1 1/2 cups): 92 percent• Broccoli (1 1/2 cups): 91 percent• Grapefruit (1 1/2 cups): 91 percent• Milk (1 cup): 89 percent• Orange (3/4 cup): 88 percent• Carrot (1 1/2 cups): 87 percent• Yogurt (1 cup): 85 percent• Apple (medium size): 84 percent

HealthyCrush.com’s list of hydrating, healthy foods features grapes, peaches, tomatoes, berries, watermelon, lettuce, celery, pineapple, cucumber, pears, peppers and cantaloupe.

DON’T OVERDO IT Drinking too much water can cause a potentially deadly con-dition known as hyponatremia, a water intoxication that can shut down your organs. Physicians advise dividing up the amount of water you need each day rather than drinking it all at once, and drinking before, during and after workouts.

Water is essential to nearly every function of the human body.

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Summer’s bountySUPERFOODSfor the season

The weather is warm and summer produce is blossom-ing at roadside stands and even in your local market. Vegetable dishes are flavorful, healthy and so easy to pre-pare, whether for a family meal or for summer entertain-ing. So forgo those chips and salty snacks and reach for the best of the season: superfoods to boost your health.BLACKBERRIES Blackberries top the list because they are a prime source of antioxidants, which can help neutralize free radi-cals in our bodies. Blackberries, along with sister fruits of the same Rubus family, raspberry and boysenberry, are rich in vitamins A and C and contain high levels of phenolic acids. These antioxidant compounds are potent anti-carci-nogenic agents and if eaten regularly, are known to be helpful in warding off age-related cognitive decline, cardio-vascular diseases, diabetes and cancer.STRAWBERRIES Strawberries pack a vitamin C wallop: more than150 percent of the Daily Value. They also contain antho-cyanins, an antioxidant phytonutrient that supports healthy brain function. Studies have shown that quercetin, another strawberry phytonutrient, may protect against Alzheimer’s disease.BLUEBERRIES Blueberries are also an important source of anthocya-nins. Research has found that blueberries may slow or even reverse age-related brain decline. One study found a diet rich in blueberries, equal to about a cup a day, improved short term memory loss as well as reversing some coordi-nation and loss of balance.SPINACH Consider adding spinach to your list of summer favor-ites because it is an excellent source of folate, vitamin C and also has antioxidant phytonutrients that support healthy brain function. WATERMELON

Watermelon is a perennial summer flavor favorite, but did you know it’s good for your heart? It is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, that help promote heart health. Research shows vitamin A may also prevent the oxidation of bad cholesterol, called LDL. Watermelon also contains the phytonutrient lycopene (watermelon has three times more than tomatoes) a potent antioxidant that may prevent the oxidation of LDL and reduce overall cholesterol. Lycopene also promotes heart health – it reduces C-reactive protein levels. Studies have shown that the higher your level of C-reactive protein, the higher your risk for heart disease. Lycopene may also help keep the prostate healthy, as well as protect from a variety of cancers, including ovar-ian, cervical, esophageal, colorectal and pancreactic.PEARS Pears are an excellent source of Vitamin C and copper. Both these are antioxidant nutrients and help protect the body form its exposure to oxygen-related free radical dam-age. High in fiber, these fruits are an excellent colon cleanser mopping up cancer-causing chemicals in the colon. Pears are also known as one of the least allergenic fruits and are offered recommended by healthcare profes-sionals as a first food for infants.RED BELL PEPPERS Red bell peppers are an immune-boosting superfood because just one one medium pepper provides over 450 percent of the Daily Value. It’s also an excellent source of vitamin A (providing nearly 100 percent), and one of the few vegetable sources of vitamin E – all nutrients that help support the body’s immune system. Red bell peppers are one of only a few foods that naturally have this powerful combination of nutrients. KALE Green means go, especially when it comes to kale. The vibrant green color of kale means it is full of health bene-fits. For example, the vitamins and minerals found in kale serve as anti-inflammatory agents, immune boosters, and aid in cancer prevention. Kale is also rich in antioxidants that help protect the body from damage caused by cell death and is a natural detoxifier, helping clean the body from impurities. The high fiber content in kale aids in digestion by trapping cholesterol, preventing it from build-ing up in the walls of the heart.

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W ith 20 years behind her as a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Terry Biener, CCH, believes that the key to successful results is knowing what to say, how to say it, and which techniques to apply once a person is hypnotized. This wisdom can

only come from extensive training and experience. “`Everyone processes information differently,” said Biener. “There are reasons why a habit or fear has formed, which should be examined before effective treatment can take place.” A thorough intake session is done first. The number of hypnosis sessions recom-mended varies. Hypnosis sessions are tailored to the person’s triggers and habits. Motiva-tion, and willingness to work with suggestions on a conscious level, are important. Trust and rapport with the hypnotist is vital too. Biener has recently added Computerized Client-Based Weight Loss to her repertoire. A sophisticated computer program is used to pinpoint personality, mental processing, strengths and weaknesses. Combined with data gathered from the client, she custom designs hypnosis sessions to zero in on imprints that need to be changed. Weight loss work-shops, which include group hypnosis, will be offered in the future. Biener’s true passion is helping people with fears and panic. Having experienced phobias and panic attacks herself, which were ultimately healed through hypnosis, her understand-ing and empathy is profound. By combining Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) tech-niques with hypnosis, she can eliminate or reduce unwanted and sometimes devastating anxiety. “People should realize they aren’t alone. Phobias can seem irrational since they come from the subconscious –the part of the mind that responds without logic. Most peo-ple who have never experienced a phobia simply don’t understand.” Understanding how hypnosis works before trying it is advised. “Ignore what you’ve seen in movies or on stage. A hypnotic trance is actually a natural state we visit frequently; when we’re engrossed a movie, or if we daydream while driving and don’t remember pass-ing certain streets of exits. A hypnotist induces a trance to “reframe” the subconscious part of the mind. A good subject is strong-willed and intelligent. The person being hypnotized never loses control.” Hypnosis can help with trauma, sports, procrastination, self-esteem, stress, anxiety and most habits. As a former New York City schoolteacher, Biener is comfortable working with children. She holds numerous certifications though the American Board of Hypnotherapy and the National Guild of Hypnotists. She has done speaking engagements and group hypnosis ses-sions for organizations and wellness centers. Clients are seen by appointment only. Phone consultations are free of charge and confi-dential. Easy Changes Hypnosis is located in Valley Stream. Contact Terry Biener, CCH, at 516-791-6174 or visit www.easychanges.com.

Terry Biener, CCH • 516-791-6174 • www.easychanges.com

Hypnosis evolves with technology


C omfort Keepers is a franchise owned by Oceanside resident Judy Geier. Comfort Keepers is a worldwide

franchise servicing Nassau County and surrounding areas. Its main goal is enabling independent living at home with respect and dignity. Comfort Keepers aims to keep seniors in their own homes while providing non-med-ical care and companionship. Although elders are the main focus, all adults are ser-viced, including pregnant women. The many services provided by Comfort Keepers includes conversation, companion-ship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, errand services, grocery shopping, respite or relief for the family, medication reminders, grooming and dressing guidance, incidental transportation, laundry and lining washing, recreational activities and crafts, mail assis-tance and organization, periodic review and communication, and emergency monitor systems. Caregivers are certified by The Alzheimer’s Association of Long Island. Each is equipped to meet the needs of any and all patients. All caregivers have cars and have been subject to criminal and DMV background checks. In addition, all employees are bonded and insured. A free in-home client assessment is done so that your loved one is assured the correct caregiver “match” for his/her specific needs.

Comfort Keepers 516-442-2300 • [email protected]

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Licensed by the NYS Dept of Health. Eligible for Most Long Term Care Policies.

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Sure, we remember yesterday...but we’re still living for today!

Vanilla cokes and egg creams. Yesterday was a ton of fun, but life gets better and better. Between volunteering at the Helen Keller Institute for the Blind, playing canasta and catching the latest Broadway shows, we’re still busy making new memories.We’re Debbie and Char, two sisters from Brooklyn — and today we’re living our best life... right here at The Bristal.

Q U A L I T Y C O M M U N I T I E S B Y T H E E N G E L B U R M A N G R O U P

Edward M. Stroh, M.D.Retina Consultants of Long Island

Specializing in Diseases and Surgery of the Retina and Vitreous:

Affiliated with: Mercy Medical Center, Long Island Jewish-North Shore Health System,Winthrop University Hospital, South Nassau Communities Hospital,

and Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital

165 North Village Avenue, Suite 203Rockville Centre, NY 11570

536-9525

Macular Degeneration

Diabetic Retinopathy

Macular Pucker and Macular Holes

Retinal Vascular Occlusions

Flashes and Floaters

Laser Surgery and Phototherapy

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Uveitis

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M ercy Medical Center is now offering a comprehensive, per-sonalized Travel Medicine Service and a July session of its popular Diabetes Self-Management Training Course.

The new program Travel Medicine Service addresses the needs of international business and leisure travelers, providing consultations and vaccinations for safe and enjoyable journeys. It serves both individuals and travel groups, providing a thorough medical history assessment, combined with an itinerary analysis, to determine appropriate immunizations and other preventive measures based on travel destination, length of stay and planned activities. Travel Medicine Service consultations at Mercy include an in depth review of medical history and travel plans, providing expert counseling on minimizing travel health risks through appropriate vaccinations and other preventive measures. The Travel Medicine staff at Mercy utilizes the most current travel disease database, administers required and recommended vaccinations, provides an International Certificate of Vaccination, and offers neces-sary prescriptions for preventive medications. The complete range of vaccinations available to meeting interna-tional travel requirements or recommendations includes yellow fever, hepatitis, typhoid, polio, meningitis, rabies, varicella, and Japanese encephalitis, as well as prescriptions for malaria prevention and treatment of travelers diarrhea. The Travel Medicine Service is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

July Diabetes Education Sessions Continuing to address one of the most pressing public health concerns facing Long Island and the nation, Mercy Medical Center is offering a July session of its outpatient Diabetes Self-Management Training Program.

The four-session program begins with an hour-long individual assessment for each participant, followed by three weekly group work-shops. Group sessions will be conducted in July on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Each participant also receives a group follow-up session approximately six weeks after the program ends. Conducted by instructors credentialed by the National Certifica-tion Board for Diabetes Educators, the program provides participants with the skills required for day-to-day management of diabetes and strategies for people living with diabetes to maintain and maximize life activities. Those who can benefit from the program include both individuals recently diagnosed with diabetes and those who have been living with it for some time, along with those who have recently begun taking or changed medications, those having difficulty controlling blood sugar, and those who have experienced serious consequences of the disease such as vision or foot problems, ulcers, amputations, kidney condi-tions or hospitalization. The program is most often covered by Medi-care, Medicaid and private insurance. For appointments or information, call 516-62MERCY.

Mercy Medical Center 1000 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre

516-62MERCY www.MercyMedicalCenter.info

Mercy Medical Center initiates travel medicine service and offers summer session of popular diabetes self-management training course

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See the lightProtect your eyes from summer rays

Unlike other parts of your body, your eye’s lens does not repair itself when damaged by the sun’s rays – eventually this can lead to permanent eye damage. “While intense UV exposure can cause temporary ‘sun-burn’ on the eye’s surface, an even graver concern is cumula-tive, long-term effects,” said ophthalmologist Richard P. Mills, M.D. “UV-A and B rays actually penetrate the cornea and damage the lens and retina, leading to increased risk for cataract and macular degeneration, so protection and getting an eye exam are vitally important.” EyeCare America, a public service program of the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, provides eye exams and care at no out-of-pocket cost to people 65 and older. The eye exams are provided by a corps of nearly 7,000 volunteer ophthalmologists. To see if you are eligible to receive a referral for an eye exam and care, visit

www.eyecareamerica.org. To protect your eyes this sum-mer, make sure you have a good pair of sunglasses and wear them! Sunglasses should be worn anytime you are outdoors, particularly during summer, when the level of ultraviolet

radiation (UVA and UVB) is at least three times higher than during the winter, opthalmologists advise. Keep in mind these tips as you consider your options. Evaluate ultra violet protection not price. Price is not the best predictor as to how well sunglass lenses block ultraviolet light. The label should state that the lenses block 100 percent of UVA and UVB rays. Sunglasses without UV protection can be dangerous. Dark lens tints cause pupils to open wider allowing more UV rays to enter the eye, which is regarded as more dangerous than not wearing sunglasses at all. Encourage children to wear sunglasses. Children’s eyes need sun protection just as adult’s eyes do. Monitor the UV Index. The UV Index provides a daily esti-mate of solar UV intensity to prevent overexposure to the sun’s harmful rays that can cause damage to both your skin

and eyes. Increase quality and quantity of sunglass use with

altitude. The altitude-related increase in UV expo-sure is approximately four to five percent for

every 1,000 feet ascended. Don’t stare at the sun. Even if wearing

sunglasses, staring at the sun can cause damage to the retinas.

Wear sunglasses even on hazy days. Haze and clouds

don’t prevent UV rays from reaching your

eyes. UV is invisible radiation, not visi-ble light. Select lens tint based on use. Dark tints don’t necessar-

ily provide better pro-tection. It is the UV

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contacts. UV-blocking contacts protect only the parts of the eye that

are directly behind the contacts. Surrounding eye tissue also needs protec-

tion. Schedule an annual eye exam. The

best way to monitor eye health and keep up-to-date on sunglass tech-

nology and styles is to schedule a comprehensive eye exam with a professional optometrist.

As you slather on sunscreen to protect your skin this summer, don’t forget to protect your eyes.

Wearing sunglasses makes sense. Properly chosen sunglasses will protect your eyes against damage from UV rays and forms of harmful sunlight.

Summer SmartsSUN MYTHSExposed

When the weather gets warmer, a great number of people take to the outdoors to participate in athletics, to enjoy a meal al fresco or to take a dip in a pool. However, fun in the sun does come with risk, most notably overexposure to the sun’s poten-tially harmful rays. Misinformation often reigns supreme with regards to sun exposure. Here are some common sun myths debunked.

Myth: I don’t have to worry about the sun on cloudy days.Truth: There is a risk of exposure to UV radiation even on cloudy

days, necessitating the application of a sunscreen or sun-block. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, up to 80 percent of the sun’s ultraviolet rays can still pass through the clouds. Even if the weather is cool or overcast, apply sunblock before going outdoors.

Myth: Most sun damage occurs before age 18.Truth: Recent studies indicate that previous estimates were inac-

curate and that only 25 percent of sun exposure occurs during childhood. That makes being sun-smart important at any age.

Myth: Establishing a base tan provides a safe way to tan afterward.Truth: There is no such thing as a safe tan if it’s coming from the

sun or a tanning bed. Spending prolonged periods of time outdoors unprotected from the sun can damage the skin. For those who want to have skin that glows, consider a self-tanning lotion.

Myth: Light clothing reflects the sun’s rays while dark colors absorb it.Truth: UV rays tend to pass through light-colored fabrics easier

than darker ones. If you are able to see light through a piece of clothing, there’s a good chance UV rays can pass right through to the skin. Choose deep colors to protect the skin better.

Myth: Sun rays do not pass through windows.Truth: UVB rays cannot pass through windows but UVA rays

can. While you may not get a sunburn sitting next to a window, you may experience premature aging from freck-ling and wrinkles.

Myth: A beach umbrella is adequate protection from the sun at the beach.Fact: Although the umbrella will shade you somewhat, the sur-

rounding sand reflects up to 17 percent of UV radiation. That means you can still get skin damage if you don’t apply sunblock.

Myth: Makeup that contains SPF is protection enough.Fact: Some makeup will offer a light measure of protection from

the sun, but will not be adequate. Furthermore, some shiny or glossy products actually can draw the UV rays to areas where the product was applied.

Myth: Sunscreens can increase skin cancer rates.Truth: Research indicates this is only the case if you use sunscreen

to spend more time out in the sun. When used correctly, sunscreens can lower skin cancer rates.

Myth: Dark-skinned individuals do not get sunburn.Truth: Although people with more melanin pigment in their skin

may not burn at the same rate as lighter-skinned individu-als, there is still the chance for skin damage if sunscreen isn’t used.

Myth: Vitamin D deficiency will occur if I don’t spend enough time out in the sun.Truth: While it’s true that sunlight exposure is necessary for the

body to produce vitamin D naturally, it doesn’t take that much exposure to do so, even when wearing sunscreen. Most people get enough vitamin D from their everyday activities during the summer, even when protected with hats, sunscreen and clothing. During the months when there is limited sunlight, a supplement may be needed.

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A pproximately 14 million Americans have diabetes mellitus, but many don’t know they are affected. Diabe-

tes is one of the leading causes of blindness among Americans. Many patients with dia-betic eye problems have no symptoms, but if left untreated, diabetes can lead to serious visual loss, explains Dr. Edward Stroh. Many diabetics notice blurred vision when their blood sugar fluctuates either high or low. Diabetes can also damage the small blood vessels throughout the retina, resulting in lack of oxygen to the retina. The damaged blood vessels leak, producing fluid in the retina. The diagnosis of diabetic eye disease is made by examination and may require photographs, fluorescein angi-ography and/or OCT to detect diabetic reti-nopathy. There are new advances for treating dia-betic retinopathy including laser tech-niques, medication, injections, or even sur-gery for severe cases. Blindness due to diabetic eye disease can be preventable. Strategies for preventing dia-betic retinopathy include control of blood sugar and blood pressure, avoiding smoking, early detection, and early treatment as well as maintaining regularly scheduled visits. Dr. Edward Stroh is a retina specialist in Rockville Centre who specializes in Diabetes and Retinal Disorders. He has published numerous articles and frequently lectures at national meetings. Dr. Stroh is a member of many organizations, including The Ameri-can Academy of Ophthalmology, Vitreous Society and Association for research in Vision and Ophthalmology. He can be reached at 516-536-9525 for appointments, consultations and second opinions.

Dr. Edward Stroh • Retina Consultants of Long Island165 N. Village Ave., Suite 203, Rockville Centre • 516-536-9525

Diabetic eye disease


A t Home Active Motion Physical Therapy Services provides patients with one-on-one attention by provid-

ing services in your own home. Specializing in the care of older adults and the elderly, our expert and highly trained staff will help you get the most of your program with patience and compassion in your own natural environ-ment, allowing for maximum rehabilitation. Physical therapy in your home leads to a more personal and beneficial rehabilitation program. Patients rehabilitate in the place where they are most comfortable and secure. The hassles of traveling or finding transporta-tion to and from traditional facilities are eliminated. At Home Active Motion Physical Therapy Services provides services in Nassau, Suffolk, Brooklyn, and Queens. “When I decided to open my own business in 2006, I envisioned a home-based therapy program that encompassed compassion, skill, success and pride,” said Dr. Rosario Accardi, PT, DPT. “ I personally hand pick my staff, so you can be confident that your are in good hands. I communicate with my therapists daily, guaranteeing the best possible treatment and supervision.” Dr. Accardi’s credentials include a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and a Master’s and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from D’Youville College in Buffalo, N.Y. “I am personally involved in each and every patient’s plan of care,” said. Dr. Accardi. “I welcome and encourage my patients, their family and their physicians to contact me at any time with any questions or concerns. It is this personal touch that I promise you will receive as one of our clients.”

At Home Active Motion Physical Therapy33 South Service Rd., Jericho • 866-605-5634 • www.activemotionrehab.com

Get back to doing what’s important with physical therapy at home


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