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What Smart Girls Should Know About Knee-Sense: How to Prevent and Treat Non-Contact Sports ACL Ligament Injuries in Young Women

August 06, 2012     No comments

New York, NY (PRWEB) January 12, 2006

As part of his ongoing Women?s ?Knee-Sense? Accelerate ACL Awareness Campaign, noted knee expert and published author Dr. Ronald P. Grelsamer will present a seminar on the prevention and treatment of knee injuries in young women at New York?s prestigious Nightingale-Bamford School, 20 E. 92nd Street, on January 24, 2006 at 6:30 p.m.

Said Dr. Grelsamer, ?The predisposition of young women who participate in organized school sports, or are in training to become professional athletes, to Anterior Cruciate Ligament tears is a very timely, yet overlooked, epidemic in our country. Recent studies executed during the past decade indicate that the risk of female ACL injuries is 5 – 6 times greater than for males, and can begin as early as puberty for those who play sports that involve jumping, rapid pivoting, sudden stops and starts such as soccer, basketball, and volleyball. Fortunately, there are undemanding and effective training exercises that can prevent these types of injuries.?

Orthopedists, coaches and sports researchers agree that ACL injuries cause significant health and inflated health costs. ?ACL damage is often linked to repetitive strain due to overuse,? said Dr. Grelsamer, ?occurring as a result of sudden stops and turns or bad landings after jumps. Researchers attribute the discrepancy between men and women to differences in the way females jump and land, and to actual anatomical variances. Theories have most recently centered on joint laxity, and body position. Strength per se does not seem to be an issue.

“Exercises that strengthen the quadriceps and hamstring muscles while promoting balance are important. Women can reeducate their muscles to run and land from jumps more safely and lightly, with flexed knees, rather than straight knee landings which put more strain on the anterior cruciate ligaments. Young women should also be trained to use their hamstrings rather than their quadriceps muscles; to minimize twisting as well as bending movements of the landing leg; and to roll their feet as they hit the ground.”

Dr. Grelsamer advises school coaches and sports trainers to implement specific training regimes such as weight training and conditioning programs, as well as sport-specific skill drills that teach safe positioning, balance and agility. ?The sooner an answer is found, the sooner steps can be taken to bridge the gap,? stressed Dr. Grelsamer. ?ACL injuries may be preventable, but women must be educated and conditioned at young ages.?

Visit Dr. Ronald Grelsamer’s Blog on his website, http://www.hippain.com

Ronald P. Grelsamer, M.D., is currently the chief of hip and knee reconstruction at Maimonides Medical Center, and a noted staff orthopedic specialist at the NYU Medical Center and Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute. A highly regarded knee and hip surgeon, Grelsamer has been listed in Castle Connolly?s ?America?s Top Doctors,? and in New York Magazine?s ?Best Doctors of New York? for many years.

Traditionally trained and educated, Grelsamer is an avid patient advocate at the forefront of orthopedic research and technology, who integrates the latest treatments and surgery options into his practice. He has been treating people of all ages for over twenty years at his two offices in New York City and Brooklyn, New York. He has also shared his expertise with the public on CBS 2 News stories, NBC?s Today Show, ABC?s Eyewitness News, FOX TV, Plum TV, and in publications such as Forbes Magazine and USA Today.

Books Authored By Ronald P. Grelsamer, M.D. include:

“What Your Doctor May NOT Tell You About Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery.” Ronald P. Grelsamer. Warner Books, 2004

“What Your Doctor May NOT Tell You About Knee Pain and Surgery.” Ronald P. Grelsamer. Warner Books, 2002

“La Rotula – approcio d’equipe.” Ronald P. Grelsamer and J. McConnell PT, GDMT.

Translated by A. Albasini. Masson Milano, 2001

“The Patella: A Team Approach.” Ronald P. Grelsamer and J. McConnell PT, GDMT. Aspen Press, 1998

“The Columbia-Presbyterian Osteoarthritis Handbook.” Ronald P. Grelsamer and Suzanne Loebl, New York: Macmillan, 1996

To schedule Dr. Grelsamer for in-person and telephone interviews, or to request a media kit, please contact Diana Aceti Public Relations, Phone -631-613-6057; Fax 1-631-907-5246; Cell 1-631-255-9489.

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Prime Fitness LLC Offers Free Teleseminar, The 7 Weight-Loss Secrets Women Over 40 Must Know

July 01, 2012     No comments

Knoxville, TN (PRWEB) June 20, 2012

For most women, midlife is a double-edged sword. They?re reaching their career peak and have more income than ever before, but at the same time, their bodies seem to have betrayed them.

It?s all too common for women over 40 to struggle with their weight?feeling frustrated because their metabolism has slowed to a crawl yet exhausted by the idea of trying yet another fad diet.

Unfortunately, the diet solutions women hear in the popular press are not only confusing?they?re downright counterproductive. In fact, most of the weight-loss advice being circulated actually makes women fatter and stacks the deck so weight regain is almost inevitable.

Not to mention draining consumers? wallets by urging them to buy ineffective, unnecessary diet pills, shots, ?detoxes,? pre-packaged meals, shakes, and other oddball foods.

Body-transformation coach Mary C. Weaver, CSCS, has answers: real-world strategies based on scientific research, not fads. Weaver, an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, works with women over 40 to help them lose weight, rev up their metabolism, and take years off their body.

Her system teaches every aspect of weight control, with a special focus on permanent lifestyle change.

Weaver is the owner of Prime Fitness LLC and author of the popular blog Prime Fitness for Women, on the web at http://primefit.org

?The popular media and diet scam artists bombard women with worthless, contradictory information,? says Weaver. ?I teach my clients what really works, exactly how to put it into practice, and how to get off the diet merry-go-round forever.?

?I don?t care how many times you?ve lost and regained that 20, 30, or more pounds. It?s never too late to take years off your body and dramatically improve your health?and figure.?

Weaver?s teleseminar, ?The 7 Weight-Loss Secrets Women Over 40 Must Know,? will be offered free at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 10, 2012.

During the call, she will teach listeners why their metabolism has slowed down?and how to reverse the process; how fad diets actually cause weight regain; the fastest way to burn hundreds more calories every day without spending more time in the gym; the fat-burning nutrient most women are not getting enough of; and the secret to creating a younger body.

?I?ve been through the ?diet wars? too, and I know how depressing it is to feel overweight and hopeless,? Weaver says. ?I?m going to teach you how to take charge, get your confidence back, and get in fabulous shape. The action steps I share will make an immediate difference.?

Check out the free teleseminar ?The 7 Weight-Loss Secrets Women Over 40 Must Know? at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 10, 2012. Register today because seating is limited: http://femalefatlosscoach.com/teleseminar







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All You Wanted to Know About Menopause and its Prevention

June 27, 2012     No comments

(PRWEB) May 10, 2005

Menopause occurs when a women stops ovulating and her periods ceases. Most women reach menopause between 45 and 55 years, with an average age around 50. But about 1% reaches it before 40, which is known as premature menopause or premature ovarian failure.

For women in their teens and 20?s the loss of their fertility is devastating. They will also experience a long period of postmenopausal life, and hormonal replacement therapy may be advised.

Symptoms:

Menstrual cycle changes

Changes in the bleeding pattern

Hot flushes

Sweats

Urinary problems such as incontinence or increased frequency of urination

Dry vagina

Mood changes

Weight changes etc

Prevention:

We can prevent early Menopause, by preventing unwanted surgeries, of the uterus or the ovaries unless there is strong indication for their removal. Such Surgeries can lead to autoimmune diseases such as diabetes, Rheumatoid arthritis and thyroid disorders. Conserving even a single ovary can help in preventing the onset menopause.

Urban women have access to information or counseling, but unfortunately the women in rural areas of Asia have no such knowledge. The good news for those who would like to rule out doubts about the onset of menopause will soon be available in the form of LH Kits ( Leutinizing hormone ) to check their ovulation especially used with infertility patients. While stress cannot be over emphasized, it has a role in temporary or prolonged cessation of periods.

Treatment:

Generally early menopause too is treated in a similar way as menopause itself, through HRT ( Hormone Replacement Therapy ), life style modification,calcium and good nutrition.

HRT ? It must be borne in mind that an extensive study shows that HRT is not a protection against heart diseases as was believed before and infact not quite the ?happy pill? ? that women had thought is given up to the age of menopause.

Venkata Ramana is a Health Enthusiast. Visit any of his Pregnancy websites http://www.pregnancy-9.com and http://www.pregnancy-1.com and gain maximum Information to stay fit and healthy.

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Genetic Disease Foundation Encourages Americans to Know Their Genes at KnowYourGenes.org in Observance of World Rare Disease Day

May 19, 2012     No comments


New York, NY (PRWEB) February 28, 2010

Genetic diseases affect an estimated 12 million Americans, yet according to a survey of 1,000 people conducted by the Genetic Disease Foundation(GDF), while two-thirds of those surveyed were willing to and saw the benefits of undergoing genetic testing, close to 80 percent had never talked to their physician about genetic screening ? an inconsistency that can have serious implications on a person?s overall health and the health of their immediate family members.

While it is public knowledge that disease risk can be reduced by living a healthy lifestyle, few are aware of the strong role that genetics and family history play in a person?s current and future health. In fact, almost every human trait and disease has a genetic component and there are more than 6,000 known genetic disorders, from widely recognized conditions like Down syndrome, spina bifida and sickle cell anemia, to lesser-known conditions like Tay-Sachs disease and Fabry disease. Approximately 10 percent of all adults and 30 percent of children in hospitals are admitted due to genetically-related problems.1

?Genetic disorders come in all shapes and sizes and are often undiagnosed or diagnosed too late due to lack of awareness around genetic testing and its benefits,? said Dr. Robert Desnick, Professor and Chairman of the Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Medical Advisor to the Genetic Disease Foundation. ?While many genetic disorders are not fatal, some are, and many can significantly impact your quality of life. That is why it is so important that Americans take a more proactive role in getting to know and understand their genes, be it through education, genetic testing or by speaking with a genetic counselor.?

Genetic diseases are caused by abnormalities in a person?s DNA and can range from a small mutation in a single gene to the addition or subtraction of an entire chromosome or set of chromosomes. These abnormalities can disrupt the normal function of a vital system, such as the immune system or the nervous system, or prevent normal development of organs, bones or skin, significantly increasing a person?s chance of developing a particular disease.

It?s In Your Genes: Genetic Testing and Your Health

Genetic testing can reveal whether a person carries gene mutations associated with certain inherited diseases. The test involves analyzing blood, tissue or saliva for evidence of genetic abnormalities. Genetic tests typically fall into three categories: carrier screening to determine whether adults carry a gene mutation that could cause disease in their children, prenatal diagnostic to learn if a fetus is affected and predictive testing to discover the presence of gene mutations that may put a person at a higher risk for a particular disease, such as cancer or diabetes.

The purpose of genetic testing is to allow for early detection, which in turn can lead to early intervention to prevent the onset of symptoms or minimize disease severity. Genetic testing has helped thousands of individuals and families prevent or prepare for hereditary diseases and make informed decisions about their healthcare. However, because of the physical and emotional implications associated with a genetic disease diagnosis, many people prefer not to know that they may be at risk. The Genetic Disease Foundation found that 63 percent of those surveyed did not know if they or someone in their family had a genetic disorder. In addition, the survey revealed that preferring to not know about their risk for a genetic condition ranked among the top three reasons for not undergoing genetic testing.

?Determining your personal risk for genetic disorders, or that of your child, is one of the best and most responsible ways of managing your family?s health,? said Dr. Desnick. ?For that reason, it is essential that we educate ourselves about the long-term benefits of knowing your genetic makeup, and KnowYourGenes.org is a valuable and free resource from the Genetic Disease Foundation to help us do so.?

KnowYourGenes.org: A New Easy-to-Understand Resource on Genes and Genetic Testing

In observance of World Rare Disease Day on February 28, 2010, the Genetic Disease Foundation is launching KnowYourGenes.org ? a new easy-to-understand resource for people who are planning a family, have a family member or friend with a genetic disease or have a personal interest in undergoing genetic testing.

?KnowYourGenes.org was created to address the lack of easy-to-understand information out there about genetic testing and the role genes play in your health,? said Elisa Ross, President of the Genetic Disease Foundation. ?GDF is proud to bring this resource to all those who want to take a preventive and proactive approach to their health and the health of their family.?

In addition to providing helpful information on genetic diseases and testing, KnowYourGenes.org also includes a quiz to determine who should undergo genetic testing and where to find the nearest genetic testing location and personal genetic counselor.

For more information, visit http://www.KnowYourGenes.org.

About The Genetic Disease Foundation

The Genetic Disease Foundation (GDF) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization established in 1997 by patients and families affected by genetic disorders. The Foundation?s mission is to support research, education and the prevention of genetic diseases. The GDF supports: education programs to increase awareness about genetic diseases and the need for and availability of genetic testing; research to improve genetic testing and discover ways to treat, cure and ultimately prevent genetic disorders; and genetic counselors and health professionals with experience in medical genetics and counseling. The Genetic Disease Foundation is affiliated with the Mount Sinai School of Medicine’s Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences, whose faculty lead the country in clinical research to improve prenatal diagnosis, carrier screening, genetic counseling methods, and therapies for genetic diseases.

For more information on the Genetic Disease Foundation, visit http://www.GeneticDiseaseFoundation.org.

Reference:

1. Nussbaum, RL, McInnes RR, Willard HF. Thompson & Thompson’s Genetics in Medicine, 7th ed. 2007, WB Saunders Company, Philadelphia, PA

For additional information, please contact:

Fleishman-Hillard

Mariana Rodrigues

+ 1 212.453.2351

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Barbara Walters’ Heart Problem Threatens Millions of Senior Citizens. Here is What Everybody Really Needs to Know

May 17, 2012     No comments

New York, NY (PRWEB) May 16, 2010

Severe aortic valve stenosis (AS) is quite frequent in western society. By the age of 80 we see it in at least 4% of the population. It is, without a question, a common disease of the elderly. The recent announcement that Ms. Barbara Walters needs aortic valve surgery has caused a surge of interest in this topic. We asked Dr. Giovanni B. Ciuffo, assistant professor of cardiothoracic surgery and specialist in Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery at the Mount Sinai Hospital and School of medicine in New York City to give us a real update on the modern treatment of this deadly heart condition.

Most patients are diagnosed because of their symptoms of shortness of breath, chest pain, dizziness, fainting, progressive weakness and fatigue or because of an obvious and loud heart murmur detected by a doctor on physical exam. The current guidelines of the American College of Cardiology are crystal clear about what to do for these patients. Severe symptomatic aortic stenosis is a deadly disease and its only cure is an operation to replace the aortic valve. There is NO medical treatment for this disease. Without surgery three quarters of aortic stenosis patients will die within three years of symptom onset. The first graph shows very eloquently the striking difference in survival between medical and surgical treatment.

Further, there is a real urgency about undertaking an aortic valve replacement once symptoms are present. Several reports of sudden death within three months of onset of symptoms have been published. The second graph clearly shows how most patients have only one or two years to live after symptoms develop. About 25% of symptomatic patients with severe AS who do not undergo their needed valve surgery die a preventable death every year. In other words, each month that this life saving surgery is postponed or delayed carries a mortality risk of about 2%.

In spite of these very well-established statistical data, severe aortic valve stenosis continues to be a grossly ?neglected child? in our medical community. A good example is the all-too-common case of the little old lady who complains of worsening shortness of breath and ankle swelling. Her doctor prescribes some diuretics and she gets a little better. Two months later she shows up in the emergency room with worsening symptoms and more diuretics are given. An Echocardiogram is obtained at this time and it shows severe or moderate-to-severe AS (Aortic Valve Area of 1.1 cm2 or less). This elderly patient and her family are reassured that some more diuretic therapy will do the trick and that, after all, no one wants to rock the boat with a ?dangerous? open heart operation. Few more months go by and the family will call the office to let the good doctor know that Grandma has passed away and?well? to thank him for the wonderful care he provided.

There is a widespread and wrong perception that surgery would not be a good option in an elderly and otherwise functional patient. There are a great number of octogenarians that are as clear minded and functional as Ms. Walters. If we go back to the mortality rates we discussed, medical therapy is, by far, the most dangerous choice. It is also well known that the life expectancy of AS patients after a successful aortic valve replacement is the same as any healthy patient of the same age. At a recent seminar in New York City, a local internist asked a heart surgeon if he would change his mind about operating on an old lady with multiple medical problems (diabetes, hypertension, history of ?ministrokes?). His answer was: ?Let?s suppose this hypothetical lady with all her risk factors has mildly symptomatic colon CA (constipation) instead of severe AS?.Would you be willing to send her home with a few fleet enemas instead of a referral to a general surgeon to undergo a ?dangerous? colon resection? I don?t think so!?

Symptomatic severe AS, we might add, does kill you much faster than early colon CA. That goes to show you that there is a strong and wrong cultural bias in our society about treating this condition. Certain buzz words such as ?cancer? or ?aneurysm? usually get both doctors and patients up in arms right away, while life threatening heart conditions like severe aortic stenosis are grossly underestimated until it is too late.

What are the surgical options? A well-meaning relative will ask: ?Isn?t Grandma too old and frail to withstand open heart surgery?? The answer is: ?No. Grandma is too old and frail to withstand severe aortic valve stenosis. Here are the statistics on this condition!? New minimally invasive, ?low impact? techniques have dramatically changed the impact of this operation on the overall patient?s experience and on the speed of recovery. Most patients can leave the hospital two ? three days after surgery. A few pictures will illustrate this technique better than a thousand words. The surgical incision is about 2-3? in length and is carried out in between two ribs. There is no bone cutting involved and this is a great advantage for wound healing in patients with advanced osteoporosis, a condition present in most elderly patients, especially ladies.

The entire operation and all the necessary connections to the heart-lung machine are carried out through this tiny incision. As you can appreciate on the second surgical picture, the prosthetic valve in its light blue holder is ready to be tied to the heart and it is right at the center of the operative field. The same incision can be currently used for a variety of open heart operations. More details and surgical pictures about this revolutionary minimally invasive approach are available at http://www.bigappleheartsurgery.com

In female patients many of these operations can be performed through an incision hidden in the skin fold underneath the right breast with excellent cosmetic results. Once the aortic valve replacement is completed and prior to the wound closure, a local anesthetic solution is injected in the surgical wound. The end results is a patient who successfully solves his or her heart problem and resumes an active life style quickly and uneventfully instead of facing a crippling heart condition and a premature, definitely preventable death.

Dr. Ciuffo is a ?superspecialist? in minimally invasive and bloodless heart surgery. He teaches and practices cardiothoracic surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan, NY. His techniques and patient stories are illustrated in the website http://www.bigappleheartsurgery.com

If you?d like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Dr. Giovanni B. Ciuffo, please call (212) 659-6815 or email giovanni(dot)ciuffo(at)mountsinai(dot)org

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NSPC Doctor Provides Concussion Advice for Young Athletes: Know the Symptoms and Risks

May 13, 2012     No comments


Rockville Centre, NY (PRWEB) February 09, 2012

Experts at The Long Island Concussion Center at Neurological Surgery, P.C. want parents, school sports officials, educators and young athletes to become more aware of the warning signs, and of what they should do if concussion symptoms are present.

Concussion in youth sports is a serious issue, as young athletes? brains are more susceptible to injuries. These injuries can become more serious as players suffer repeated incidents. Sports related concussions have generated a significant amount of attention, with numerous well-known school and professional athletes out of the game due to concussion.

There is increasing evidence that repeat concussions can have devastating results. News reports recently revealed that the late National Hockey League player Derek Boogaard had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (C.T.E.), a disease that can present with symptoms very similar to Alzheimer?s disease. Boogaard, who suffered repeated head injuries, was only 28 at his death. While young athletes may not suffer this degree of head trauma, they may still experience debilitating concussions – even if the concussions are not obvious at first.

?Most spectators will notice the ?big hit,? but concussions can occur after minimal contact or with no head contact at all,? says neuropsychologist Gad Klein, Ph.D., who co-directs the Long Island Concussion Center with neurologist Joseph Moreira, M.D.?????Sideline assessment by athletic personnel is critical, since we often can?t rely on the athletes to provide accurate reports, as they are anxious to return to play.?

Dr. Klein cites some of the most common symptoms of concussion: headaches, cognitive difficulty, fatigue and mood change. While these symptoms usually resolve in a few days to one week with rest and treatment, returning to play before all symptoms disappear can lead to more concussions and longer recovery time from subsequent concussions. In children and adolescents, the possibility of severe injury, even death, is a rare but real concern if a player is concussed again before fully recovering.

Dr. Klein notes that these potential dangers should not discourage parents from enrolling their children in organized sports activities. ?Often a bump on the head is just that,? he says. ?It is the job of clinical specialists to clarify the potential dangers of concussions and the methods used to manage and treat them. Parents, athletic personnel and teachers should be taught how to recognize these injuries to ensure the safety of all children.?

Dr. Klein uses a range of tools including neuropsychological testing to assist in determining whether young athletes are ready to return to play and to evaluate their cognitive and academic abilities before and after returning to school. Among these assessment methods is the new ImPACT Concussion System, a computerized test developed at the University of Pittsburgh, which evaluates concussion victims? cognitive abilities. Both Dr. Klein and Dr. Moreira are ImPACT certified, and able to properly interpret ImPACT results and help athletics officials determine the safest post-concussion plan for each student.

The Long Island Concussion Center at Neurological Surgery P.C. is a multidisciplinary practice with specialists in the fields of neurology, neuropsychology, neurosurgery, pain management, and physical therapy. The mission of the Concussion Center is to provide comprehensive assessment and management of individuals with acute concussions or lingering post-concussive syndrome. Center experts provide medical and cognitive evaluations after mild brain injury, help patients understand the nature of their injury and what to expect as they recover, and manage lingering symptoms. Center staff can also work closely with each athlete?s primary care physician and assist in making decisions regarding the athlete?s ability to return to work or school, or participate in sports activities, following a concussion.

About Neurological Surgery, P.C.

Neurological Surgery, P.C. is one of the New York City area?s premier neurosurgical groups, offering patients the most advanced treatments of brain and spine disorders. These include minimally invasive procedures such as stereotactic radiosurgery (Gamma Knife? and CyberKnife?), aneurysm coiling, neuro-endoscopy, spinal stimulators, carotid stents, interventional pain management, microdiscectomy, kyphoplasty, and X-STOP?. The practice?s physicians represent a range of surgical and nonsurgical specialties, combining compassionate care with highly specialized training. They are leaders in the region?s medical community, with appointments as chiefs of neurosurgery in some of Long Island?s best hospitals. NSPC offers eight convenient locations in Queens, Nassau and Suffolk Counties. For more information, call 1-800-775-7784 or visit http://www.NSPC.com.

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Cancer Be Glammed Contest Wants to Know if… ?Mom’s Got Glam??

May 02, 2012     No comments

Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) April 26, 2012

Cancer Be Glammed is calling all moms and asking: Have you tossed out your old bandana? Burned your matronly mastectomy bra? Retired your ?chemo uniform?? Do you crave fashionable over frumpy? If you are a mom or know a mom who worked at adding a touch of style to her cancer recovery, then Cancer Be Glammed invites you to enter its Mother?s Day ?Mom?s Got Glam? Contest.

In honor of Mother?s Day, May 13, Cancer Be Glammed is celebrating and encouraging mothers to focus on the positive steps they took or are taking to maintain their self-esteem throughout their cancer treatment. Cancer Be Glammed wants moms to share their personal style solutions for the benefit of other women facing similar challenges. The best creative use of fashion and style will win a fabulous and fashionable Sterling Italian leather blue and white tie-dyed fringe bag with strap ($ 322 retail), by well-known designer Susan Farber of Susan Farber Collections, who will serve as a judge in the contest, along with Cancer Be Glammed CEO and Co-Founder, Lisa Lurie.

Moms are asked to describe in detail the style solution they turned to during treatment and recovery, and why it made them feel good. This can be either something they did or a favorite ?go-to? item they wore or carried. This might be adding a personal touch to ?glam up? an outfit such as a unique way to tie a headscarf. Or something they wore that?s functional yet fashionable, e.g., a lightweight and colorful pashmina instead of a sweater to cope with hot flashes from chemo.

The contest is now open and submissions and votes will be accepted until the newly extended deadline of midnight, Sunday, May 6. Winners will be announced on Tuesday, May 8. In addition to the top prize awarded by the judges, a ?People?s Pick? will be made by popular vote, with the winner receiving a Duet Tea Gift Set from Tea Forte. Moms wishing to submit their ideas can enter at http://www.CancerBeGlammed.com and are encouraged to get friends and family to vote for their entry. Anyone wishing to vote for their favorite submission, all of which will be posted on Cancer Be Glammed, will be able to do so once a day by visiting the site any time throughout the contest period.

?Mother?s Day is the perfect chance for us to celebrate moms and for women to share their own style tips that helped them maintain their self-esteem during cancer,? said Lurie. ?We can?t wait to hear all of the great ideas that made them look and feel a bit more ?glam? during treatment.?

Complete contest rules are available at CancerBeGlammed.com.

About Cancer Be Glammed

Cancer Be Glammed, LLC was founded by Lisa Lurie, a breast cancer survivor and Ellen Weiss Kander, who underwent chemotherapy for a rare blood disorder and has since retired from the company. They believe that cancer can be survived in comfort and style, and that wearing and using fashionable, comfortable and soothing products during treatment and recovery can have significant, positive impact on a woman’s mental and physical outlook. Their web site, CancerBeGlammed.com, is an online shopping resource, connecting women to stylish items from post-operative necessities, to fashion solutions, pampering products, unique gifts and more. Their free Style Guide, complete with Shopping Checklist, is downloadable on the site, and Give A Glam!, their charitable giveback, donates a portion of the profits to cancer support organizations. For more information visit http://www.cancerbeglammed.com or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/CancerBeGlammed.







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Do you Know What to do with a Teen in Crisis? Workshop to Address Teen Psychology

April 27, 2012     No comments

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) April 19, 2012

Do you know what to do with a teen in crisis? It?s evident from headlines and the bullying epidemic that a lot of teens are on the edge of crisis. Pomegranate Health Systems announces the workshop, Beyond being ?just a kid?: A cry for help. Mental and behavioral illness in teens, May 19th, 2012. The workshop is designed for junior and senior high school nurses, counselors, and administrators- principals, superintendents, but is also useful for therapists, psychologists, school board members and first responders.

There are four components to the workshop: 1) Identifying mental and behavioral illness: heart, soul, eyes and ears-beyond the basics. 2) Understanding how/where to refer adolescents in crisis: the treatment process. 3) Reducing legal and administrative risk: the ethics of care. 4) Managing mental and behavioral illness: family+ school+ community partnership. Registration begins at 8:30; the workshop begins at 9:00 am and ends at 2:30 pm. Contact hours/CEUs have been approved by Ohio Psychological Association (OPA), Ohio School Psychologists Association (OSPA), and the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Family Therapist Board (CSWMFT). The workshop fee is $ 75 and includes all-day beverage station, buffet lunch, conference materials & handouts. The workshop will be held in the Gallery 3 + Galaxy theatre at COSI, Center of Science and Industry in Columbus, Ohio. Registration for the workshop can be done by mail or online through http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3048731839. Registration for the event ends May 9th.

The need for a workshop on mental and behavioral illness in teens is critical as a NIMH survey reports that, ?About 20% of U.S. youth during their lifetime are affected by some type of mental disorder to an extent that they have difficulty functioning.? The October 2010 Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry reports that ?11% (of teens) reported being severely impaired by a mood disorder-depression, or bi-polar disorder, 10% reported being severely impaired by a behavior disorder such as ADHD, or conduct disorder, and 8% reported being severely impaired by at least one type of anxiety disorder.? Government statistics on PTSD show that ?of those children and teens who have had a trauma, 3-15% of girls and 1-6% of boys develop PTSD? . In districts with no-tolerance policies toward even Midol, one wonders about the 1-in-25 teens age 12-17 who must take an anti-depressant or require ongoing treatment for mental or behavioral health concerns. Depression is a very real concern, which can lead to suicidal ideation. Bullying can lead to homicidal ideation. Research shows a greater emphasis on consequences for bullies rather than prevention in the first place.

Speakers for the workshop are:


Kris Brown, RN-BC, MS, Nursing Director at Pomegranate Health Systems, a 60 bed residential treatment facility with a 10 bed acute hospital for adolescents, where she manages the nursing staff. Brown has 22 years outpatient and inpatient psychiatric experience as an RN, manager and senior manager working with all age groups. Her MS is in mental health counseling.

Dr. Daniel Davis, PhD, ABPP, Sr. Forensic Psychologist, Netcare (and author of ?The Angry Child?). Dr. Davis has over 30 years experience as a psychologist in a variety of clinical and forensic settings, and served as Clinical Director Buckeye Ranch, Supervising Psychologist of the Timothy B. Moritz Forensic Unit of the Ohio Department of Mental Health, Clinical Director of the Central Ohio Cluster of Mental Health Serivces of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, and founded and served as first Director of Concord Counseling Service. He is a Diplomate in Forensic Psychology from the American Board of Professional Psychology.

*Doug Holthus, Esq. Of Poling & Petrello Attorneys-at-Law. Holthus handles business planning, corporate compliance and general business litigation, professional liability litigation and governmental entity and civil rights litigation. He served as General Counsel for The Kokosing Group of Companies, with Reminger & Reminger, and is a Member of the Columbus Bar Association. He is a legal aide volunteer with Knox County Bar Association, Columbus Bar Association, Central Ohio Miracle League among other community service and professional activities.

*Lesley R. Puett, MSW, LISW-S, Assistant Director of Community-Based Programs, Starr Commonwealth, served as Supervisor of Ohio Families First Program at Starr Commonwealth, National Trainer for Parents as Teachers Program, Director of Parents as Teachers Program for Prevent Child Abuse Indiana and as Director of Nurturing Parenting Program. She holds training in Forensic Interviewing, Trauma Informed Counseling and Training in Sexually Reactive Youth Counseling, and is a member of the NASW. (Participation by companies or speakers does not constitute endorsement of any product or service presented here).

Each school, each school district and each county have significantly different policies, staffing, funding, groups, assemblies, approaches- or not- regarding mental and behavioral illness in adolescents. With funding cuts, even school nurse positions are on the table and many schools do not have the wherewithal to have school psychologists on staff. Many guidance counselors are concerned with getting a teen through to graduation, academic performance, and college entrance exams or career track concerns. School nurses deal with health and wellness issues like flu shots, immunizations, kids with asthma or diabetes, sexual health/wellness, obesity & diet, teen pregnancy or even ADHD. Administrators face school boards and demanding parents while balancing budget concerns, legal issues, and disciplinary actions. There are sports programs, music programs, busing, performance measures and more to deal with. Every day presents a new set of challenges.

When it comes to adolescent mental health, one district could be described as well-staffed with school psychologists, school nurses, counselors, counseling groups, health classes and a district-wide focus on social aggression- such as bullying and its consequences. Another district in Northeastern, Ohio has implemented SOS- Signs of Depression and Suicide, yet another county uses Teen Screen to screen for risk behavior, and several in other Ohio counties are piloting the Kognito webinar series designed to screen for mental and behavioral illness and reduce teen suicide, an initiative through OSPF-Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation. Grants through ODMH have made these programs possible. Assistance is uneven, and many teens go untreated.

There is room for improvement and denial when it comes to more serious mental and behavioral health disorders in teens. A Central Ohio high school assistant principal said, ?The athletic department deals with this stuff-mostly substance abuse issues on an individual as-needed basis. Like if an athlete gets in trouble.? Another hospital and school volunteer (not far from Chardon) said, ?We don?t have those kinds of problems or kids here.? Another school counselor said, (exasperated), ?We?re working on testing and getting kids to stay in school or even graduate. There simply isn?t funding for these types of programs or staff. Yet the need is very real.’







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How Do You Know If You Have Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms

October 24, 2011     No comments

 Actress Juliette Lewis believed that ADHD was made of the disease. Only a doctor was part of the group Montel, and Mary Ann Block, refuting the idea that ADHD is a disease profitable. Not a single person to show their disagreement with the thesis Montel that ADHD is a myth.

There are many reasons why people question the validity of ADHD. We pointed out the daily life, many people are part of the exhibition of ADHD hyperactive are frantically trying to meet all the normal activities of daily living. They run from place to place, and sometimes forget to take a dinner or a failure the red light. Parents who accompany their children to a series of eight hour-long show more symptoms of manic hyperactivity.

Another reason to doubt expressed skepticism has never been a convincing explanation of the causes of Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms. Recent article published by the magazine ADDitude said inheritance is the most likely cause of Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms. The article went on to cite other possible reasons: difficulties during pregnancy, prenatal exposure to alcohol and tobacco, premature birth, low birth rate significantly, too high concentrations of lead, and after the birth of injury the head.

ADHD experts are nowhere near consensus on the causes of Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms, possible reasons promulgated by the experts are as numerous as the number of ADHD symptoms. Most researchers believe that the ADHD brain lacks the activity of neurotransmitters. They can not agree, however, why the chemical composition varies between someone who has ADHD, and anyone who does not. Conclusion of a study of 2007 brain scan was succinct: “The evidence suggested here is simply an introduction Unfortunately, there is much variance in the data of ADHD, and it is difficult to know what to believe..”

Many questions remain unanswered. The genetic puzzle to prevent brain chemistry? What are the reasons for the different degrees of symptoms of ADHD? How a concussion influence the development of Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms? What are the different forces of the state? Is there a genetic link to ADHD early detection of Alzheimer’s disease? ADHD is the generation of a bipolar disorder and depression? All these questions reinforce the view of skeptics of Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms.

 

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Common Types of Diabetes that You Should Know

October 22, 2011     No comments

Sometimes the condition of diabetes may be confusing as well as frightening. It is very necessary to understand the type of diabetes so that one can deal this problem easily and properly so that a person may feel better, both physically and emotionally. It is very necessary for a diabetic person to take and treat this condition seriously even their condition is fine. Diabetes is a metabolic disorder and it is characterized by difficulties with processing glucose. It results in an elevation in blood sugar as well as other related health problems. Basically there are three main types of diabetes – type1 diabetes, type2 diabetes and gestational diabetes. Though symptoms and potential risks are very common but treatment plans for the various types of diabetes are very different.

Sometimes type 1 diabetes is also known as “insulin-dependent diabetes”. In this condition the immune system attacks the cells which are responsible for generating insulin. Insulin is a compound which is necessary for digesting glucose. Person suffering from type1 diabetes must take insulin accordingly after monitoring their level of blood glucose in order to treat properly the disease. To make patients healthier in general, some change in life style is also recommended. Almost 10-15% of diabetics suffer from this type of diabetes.

Type 2 diabetes is related with the development of insulin resistance. In this condition the body suddenly requires more insulin to process glucose than it can produce. The main cause of this type of diabetes may be genetic and life style factors, being overweight etc can put a person at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This condition can be treated with the change in lifestyle and sometimes with the help of medication as well.

The third type of diabetes is related with the gestational diabetes which arises in pregnant mothers. Usually this condition is diagnosed quickly as the women remain in continuous observation by a doctor. Some women may develop gestational diabetes late in pregnancy also. Usually this form of diabetes disappears after the delivery of the baby. Women who suffer from gestational diabetes have 40 to 60 percent chances to develop type2 diabetes. You have to maintain a reasonable body weight and you have to remain physically active to prevent development of type2 diabetes.

It is very necessary for a diabetic person to keep their blood sugar under control. If level of blood glucose is controlled properly then it will minimize the risk of complications.

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