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ADHD is a relatively common psychiatric disorder among adults The prevalence is thought to be 35-53 which accounts for more than 11 million cases in the United States alone With increased public awareness adult ADHD became a topic of great interest so clinicians should be able to diagnose treat and manage patients with this disorder Etiology is still uncertain Genetics however is believed to play a prominent role followed in importance by acquired injuries to the brain ADHD was widely thought to be strictly a disorder of childhood Now there are numerous scientifi c papers and clinical trials that acknowledge the existence of an adult version of this disorder which can be traced back to the younger years Before this time ADHD in adults was known as Minimal Brain Damage or Dysfunction (MBD) Adult ADHD is associated with multiple co-

morbidities such as anxiety depression bipolar disorder and other personality disorders Adult ADHD is a valid psychiatric disorder of adulthood distinct from these other conditions Adult attention defi cit disorder differs from the childhood variant because the hyperactivity in adults may be replaced by other symptoms such as anxiety impulsivity and inattentiveness In fact prior to 2002 there were no diagnostic guidelines but there have been great advances since Some of the symptoms that characterize Adult ADHD are

1 Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in school-work work or other activities

2 Often has diffi culty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities

3 Often does not seem to listen when spoke to directly

4 Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to fi nish schoolwork chores or duties in the workplace (not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand directions)

5 Often has diffi culty organizing tasks and activities6 Often avoids dislikes or is reluctant to engage in

tasks that require sustained mental effort (such as schoolwork or homework)Often loses things necessary for tasks and activities (eg School assignments pencils keys)

7 Is often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli8 Is often forgetful in daily activities

Some children with ADHD continue to have it as adults And many adults who have the disorder

donrsquot know it They may feel that it is impossible to get organized keep a job or remember and keep appointments Daily tasks such as getting up in the morning preparing to leave the house for work arriving at work on time and being productive on the job can be especially challenging for adults with ADHD These adults may have a history of failure at school problems at work failed relationships and traffi c accidents Like teens adults with ADHD may seem restless and may try to complete several tasks as once most of them unsuccessfully They also tend to prefer ldquoquick fi xesrdquo rather than taking the steps needed to achieve greater rewards On the other hand it is important to know that ADHD can occur in high frequency with other comorbidities such as anxiety depression bipolar disorder and other personality disorders There is high frequency of misdiagnosis and diagnosis is usually subjective and based on behavior and clinical history Treatment is very rewarding there are multiple classes of medication and alternative treatment available for those who donrsquot respond to conventional therapy Cognitive behavior therapy and coping strategies remain the long term treatment of choice for ADHD If you or someone you know may have Adult ADHD call Johns Creek Family Medicine at 770-771-6591 and schedule an appointment with Dr Zack Charkawi

ADHD ndash not just in children anymore

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Waiting when you are worried is never good We offer same day office visits from 9-5 and 247 physi-cian access to our patients so that you can relax and be reassured If you do end up in the emergency room know that one of our physicians is always available to you

Knowledge is power and in todays multimedia world AHS offers multiple tools to get the information you need At heartdrsinghcom articles on preven-tion testing and treatment are available for easy reading and downloads

Social media sites and a monthly patient newslet-ter ensure that you stay on top of the latest advances in heart health

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So while you have choices helliptake the time to make the right one You heart will thank you With open heartshellipYour AHS physicians

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AppenMediaGroupcom | October 2015

ADHD is a relatively common psychiatric disorder among adults The prevalence is thought to be 35-53 which accounts for more than 11 million cases in the United States alone With increased public awareness adult ADHD became a topic of great interest so clinicians should be able to diagnose treat and manage patients with this disorder Etiology is still uncertain Genetics however is believed to play a prominent role followed in importance by acquired injuries to the brain ADHD was widely thought to be strictly a disorder of childhood Now there are numerous scientifi c papers and clinical trials that acknowledge the existence of an adult version of this disorder which can be traced back to the younger years Before this time ADHD in adults was known as Minimal Brain Damage or Dysfunction (MBD) Adult ADHD is associated with multiple co-

morbidities such as anxiety depression bipolar disorder and other personality disorders Adult ADHD is a valid psychiatric disorder of adulthood distinct from these other conditions Adult attention defi cit disorder differs from the childhood variant because the hyperactivity in adults may be replaced by other symptoms such as anxiety impulsivity and inattentiveness In fact prior to 2002 there were no diagnostic guidelines but there have been great advances since Some of the symptoms that characterize Adult ADHD are

1 Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in school-work work or other activities

2 Often has diffi culty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities

3 Often does not seem to listen when spoke to directly

4 Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to fi nish schoolwork chores or duties in the workplace (not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand directions)

5 Often has diffi culty organizing tasks and activities6 Often avoids dislikes or is reluctant to engage in

tasks that require sustained mental effort (such as schoolwork or homework)Often loses things necessary for tasks and activities (eg School assignments pencils keys)

7 Is often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli8 Is often forgetful in daily activities

Some children with ADHD continue to have it as adults And many adults who have the disorder

donrsquot know it They may feel that it is impossible to get organized keep a job or remember and keep appointments Daily tasks such as getting up in the morning preparing to leave the house for work arriving at work on time and being productive on the job can be especially challenging for adults with ADHD These adults may have a history of failure at school problems at work failed relationships and traffi c accidents Like teens adults with ADHD may seem restless and may try to complete several tasks as once most of them unsuccessfully They also tend to prefer ldquoquick fi xesrdquo rather than taking the steps needed to achieve greater rewards On the other hand it is important to know that ADHD can occur in high frequency with other comorbidities such as anxiety depression bipolar disorder and other personality disorders There is high frequency of misdiagnosis and diagnosis is usually subjective and based on behavior and clinical history Treatment is very rewarding there are multiple classes of medication and alternative treatment available for those who donrsquot respond to conventional therapy Cognitive behavior therapy and coping strategies remain the long term treatment of choice for ADHD If you or someone you know may have Adult ADHD call Johns Creek Family Medicine at 770-771-6591 and schedule an appointment with Dr Zack Charkawi

ADHD ndash not just in children anymore

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within Forsyth and North Atlanta At Atlanta Heart Specialists (ahsmedcom) we believe we offer a unique approach to cardiovascular health and disease pre-vention

Although we work out of 5 hospitals our goal is to keep you out of these institutions We believe that combining a holistic approach with evidence based therapy offers you the best opportunity to take control of your health and prevent heart attacks and strokes

Waiting when you are worried is never good We offer same day office visits from 9-5 and 247 physi-cian access to our patients so that you can relax and be reassured If you do end up in the emergency room know that one of our physicians is always available to you

Knowledge is power and in todays multimedia world AHS offers multiple tools to get the information you need At heartdrsinghcom articles on preven-tion testing and treatment are available for easy reading and downloads

Social media sites and a monthly patient newslet-ter ensure that you stay on top of the latest advances in heart health

With 9 offices and 14 board certified award winning cardiologists AHS can offer the full spectrum of cardiac care from pacemakers to stents echos to ablations stress tests to radial (arm) caths In those rare situations where outside expertise is needed as one of the few remaining independent cardiology groups we can access the expertise you need regard-

less of which hospital system it exists within At the Cumming office Dr Narendra Singh

leads an internationally recognized clinical research unit that offers groundbreaking clinical trials His team has early access to some of the most promising

therapies in cardiovascular medicine and is all avail-able for free to eligible Forsyth patients

So while you have choices helliptake the time to make the right one You heart will thank you With open heartshellipYour AHS physicians

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Maintain a Healthy Weight Being overweight or obese especially after meno-pause has been linked to an increased risk of breast cancer Exercising is one way that can help you maintain a healthy weight and growing evidence suggests that regular physical activity may keep cancer at bay For most healthy adults the De-partment of Health and Human Services recommends at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity weekly plus strength training at least twice a week

Limit alcohol Habitual alcohol consumption has long been linked to a greater risk of developing breast cancer particularly for younger women who have yet to have their first child Research from Harvard Medical School shows the more alcohol a woman drinks between her first menstrual cycle and her first full-term pregnancy the higher her risk of developing the disease If you choose to drink alcohol limit yourself to no more than one drink a day

Dont smoke Developing breast cancer is just one of the many negative health effects of smoking Accumulating evidence suggests that there is an even higher risk for premenopausal women If you dont smoke dont start If you do smoke use every resource you can find to help you quit

Secondhand smoke also may pose a threat to non-smokers Reduce your expo-sure as much as possible choose smoke-free restaurants and avoid indoor public places that allow smoking If you work in a smoke-filled work environment ask your employer permission to increase ventilation where smoking takes place by opening windows or using exhaust fans

Limit the use of hormone therapy Taking combination hormone therapy for more than three years may increase your risk of developing breast cancer Women taking hormone therapy for menopausal symptoms should ask their doctor if its possible to manage symptoms without the use of hormones If hormone therapy is necessary it is recommended to use the lowest dose possible Breastfeeding Among the many benefits that breastfeeding poses for you and your baby studies that show breastfeeding may reduce your chances of getting breast cancer The longer you breastfeed the greater the protective benefit have been shown

Get Screened Lastly perhaps the greatest preventative measure you can take

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ldquoMy doctor says my labs are normalbut I still donrsquot feel wellrdquo

Hypothyroidism understanding how it is diagnosed Brought to you by dr sean savedOff

Hypothyroidism affects an estimated 27 million people so it is quite common If you are experiencing any of the symptoms it is important to see your doc-tor to receive a diagnosis and begin treatment as soon as possible so that you can start feeling better

How is hypothyroidism diagnosed Blood tests can usually confirm whether you are

suffering from hypothyroidism There are a few different things that your doctor

can test you for Whether you want to know this or not understanding a bit of the anatomy can make it easier to understand what the blood tests mean

Heres a bit of an anatomy explanation firstYour thyroid gland is located in your neck It is

however also regulated and controlled by a part of your brain called the pituitary gland The pituitary also receives feedback from the thyroid so it is kind of like they are always communicating with one another

There is also another part of the brain called the hypothalamus and it also regulates and works with the pituitary

Therefore it takes all three working together ndash the hypothalamus the pituitary gland and the thyroidndash to have a properly-functioning thyroid system This is called the HPT Axis

This is how they work together The hypothalamus in your brain releases Thyro-

tropin Releasing Hormone (TRH) TRH then stimulates the pituitary gland in your

brain to release Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Now the TSH signals the thyroid gland (located

in your neck area) to release its hormones (T4 and some T3) T4 also gets converted into T3 in the liver Yes your digestive system is involved in this process as well so if you have any digestion issues or have had surgery to remove any digestive organs the odds are itrsquos affecting your thyroid Now you may under-stand why so many endocrinologists are getting your

diagnosis wrong The thyroid also releases calcitonin which is related to calcium and bone metabolism but for the purposes of this we do not need to discuss it T4 and T3 then go about their work of maintaining a healthy metabolism as well as en-suring proper growth in infants and children

Heres a schematic of what was just explained

Hypothalamus releases TRH --gt Pituitary Gland releases TSH --gt Thyroid Gland releases T4 and some T3 (and calcitonin)

So when you go to your doctor there are many blood tests that can be performed It is helpful for you to know all of the different types available Here are most of them

1 Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) ndash This is usually the most common test Hypothyroidism can be detected if the TSH is high This test can also be helpful in diagnosing subclinical hypothyroidism where you have higher than normal levels of TSH but normal levels of T3 and T4

The reason behind the TSH test is that in healthy individuals with normal functioning thyroids when their thyroid hormones get too low the pituitary knows it has to make more TSH to tell the thyroid to make more of its hormones When the pituitary receives feedback that the thyroid has made enough hormones then it slows its production of TSH That is how it is supposed to work

However in the case of hypothyroidism when the thyroid is not making enough thyroxine (T4) the pituitary tries to stimulate the thyroid to make more by producing more TSH However if the thyroid can-not make more T4 (depending on what is wrong with the thyroid) the pituitary keeps on making more and more TSH resulting in higher amounts of TSH

So when high levels of TSH are seen it could

mean that the body also has low levels of T4 Which in rare cases may mean something is wrong with your pituitary and not your thyroid

2 Total Thyroxine (T4) ndash Most of the T4 in your blood is attached to a protein About 1 is not A total T4 test is looking at both kinds of T4 (bound and not) The free T4 (the 1) is what affects your tissues

3 Free Thyroxine or Free T4 ndash This test checks the amount of free T4 available for actual use by your body

4 T3 Tests ndash There are Total T3 Free T3 and Reverse T3 tests Like T4 T3 circulates in the blood mainly bound to proteins but 1 is not bound It is

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that 1 that is believed to be most potent in its effects at the cellular level even in compari-son to T4 In fact your body converts T4 into T3 in your liver How well it does this in all individuals is a matter of how well your digestive system is working

No matter what T3 is an-other important blood test to consider The Free T3 and Re-verse T3 tests can also provide valuable information Free T3 appears to correlate best with your functioning

Reverse T3 is a controver-sial test that is not often done by medical doctors because it is assumed that your body can convert T4 into T3 without problems However holistic practitioners and some medi-cal doctors are now recogniz-ing it as an important test Reverse T3 is a product created when your body converts T4 It should convert it into T3 but instead it converts it into Reverse T3 This Reverse T3 is useless to your bodys cells and cannot provide the energy they need hence the growing diagnosis of Reverse T3 domi-nance in my practice

5 Thyroid Antibodies ndash It is quite common for someone with hypothyroidism to have thyroid antibodies created when the body attacks its own tissues This is the only way to properly diagnose Hashi-motorsquos Thyroiditis The reason most doctors do not request this test is because even if it comes back positive there treatment will be the same as

for a standard hypothyroid case This is why so many people complain of the there symptoms even though theyrsquore on the medication Thyroxin will not address the inflamma-tion causing the autoimmune attack on your thyroid It only makes your TSH values look normalhellip

In summery I hope this article answers some of your questions regarding the confu-sion about how hypothyroid-ism is commonly misdiag-nosed My goal is to bring to light some of the amazing lab tests out there for patients to request from their doctors and get real answers There are some natural ways to sup-port your thyroid and ensure it functions optimally By gaining an understanding of these different lab tests and there proper values I believe the majority of people with a thyroid disorder will be able to get a true diagnosis and see significant improvements in their symptoms That being said there are those who will need additional tweaks deeper testing and personalized changes to their diet supple-ments and lifestyle plan before they see the improvements theyrsquore looking for So you may want to find a doctor that prac-tices functional medicine A functional medical doctor can assist you with natural ways of treating the root cause of ill-ness rather than just treating the symptoms with medication And this is what we do so if you or someone you know may have a thyroid disorder and want to correct this condition please call (770) 731-9410 or visit wwwDrSavedoffcom and schedule an appointment with us today

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Sue McCormick Irene Kamau Stacy Fotos

Synergy HomeCare employee nominated for National Caregiver of the YearBy sue mCCOrmiCkSynergy HomeCare North Atlanta

Caring for the elderly is so much different than caring for a child and takes a special kind of person The senior who is receiving care is typically much older than the caregiver and therefore has the life experience and knowledge that comes with age Caring for a senior with dignity and respect while keeping their independence and confidence intact can often be simi-lar to walking a tight rope Synergy HomeCare North Atlanta has been blessed with employing many fantastic caregivers but one of them stands out above the rest and the easiest way to explain how so is to print one of the many letters of appreciation that she has received over her years of employ-ment with us

To Sue McCormick and Stacy Fotos (owners of Synergy HomeCare)

ldquoI wanted to thank you for the sym-pathy card for my momrsquos passing but much more importantly to thank you for sending us Irene Kamau

While I am not a trained medical professional I have had a lot of experi-ence in handling the care of my elderly parents During these years I have come across many ldquocaregiversrdquo but never one half as caring as Irene Irene came to our house and almost imme-diately she became my motherrsquos best and most trusted friend In addition to putting my mom at ease Irenersquos care of Mother was ALWAYS 125 Irene helped Mother out of bed in the morn-ing and into bed at bedtime Morn-ings were quickly filled with preparing breakfast immediately cleaning up the dishes and then on to getting Mother ready for the day Getting her ready was not just a robe and slippers Irene always dressed Mother as if she was going out for the day even though leav-ing home was a rarity This includes bathing hair and makeup Mother

constantly looked her best ready to receive anyone that might appear

Motherrsquos day was never boring Irene was getting lunch or snacks tak-ing Mother out to her patio for exercise and games and games of cards Inside Irene always had Motherrsquos favorite (not Irenersquos) TV shows on and endured hours upon hours of The Doctor (Dr Phil) Then with Mother in her recliner Irene would wash and massage Moth-errsquos feet paint her nails or whatever would make my aging mom feel like a queen never an invalid Somewhere during this day Irene found the time to complete all of the household laundry keep motherrsquos apartment spotless and freshly vacuumed If we didnrsquot prepare dinner Irene was ready to And on oc-casion Irene prepared fabulous meals for the entire family smiling all the time

Irene was always self-sacrificing for Mother as I am certain she has been for all her clients Irene would stay at our house for weeks and then only take three or four days off which was so much less confusing for Mother but I know terribly tiring for Irene Irenersquos devotion and sacrifice was so exempli-fied when after Motherrsquos stroke Irene stayed with her in the hospital over Christmas Although I urged her to take time off for herself and family she felt it more important to be by Motherrsquos side should she need her

Mother is gone now Our sorrow however is doubled at losing two family members my wonderful mother and her new best friend Irene Kamau

Kudos to you people at Synergy for having such a perfect yes perfect employee

Sincerely Craig Burch rdquo (son of Irenersquos client)rdquo

Synergy HomeCare provides non-medical homecare for people of all ages Please call Sue or Stacy at 770-777-4781 for more information on how we can help your loved one

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She is also a preferred pro-vider for Invisalign which uses clear aligners as an alternative to traditional metal braces

Dr Corbett strongly believes in keeping up with

the newest advances and techniques in dentistry and constantly pursues continuing education courses in order to provide the best care for our patients

She has completed several hours of hands-on courses and is currently part of an ongoing study group to continue ex-panding knowledge of the ever-changing field of dentistry

Dr Corbett began develop-ing her hand skills at an early age with her passion for art and continued expanding that with her love of basketball which she played competitively

for over fifteen years During her college years at

Oglethorpe University she held the position of team captain for 3 years and helped lead her team to the womenrsquos NCAA Final Four during her last year

Before dental school she obtained her Masterrsquos degree in Biology and also had the opportunity to work in oral surgery where she first discov-ered her passion for that field of dentistry

Dr Corbett will be practic-ing General Dentistry in our of-fice as well as adding expand-ing services such as Invisalign

and Pediatrics We know her friendly bed-

side manner and gentle touch make our patients feel as ease no matter what procedure they may need

When she isnrsquot practicing dentistry Dr Corbett enjoys biking with her dog Truman golfing basketball and spend-ing time with her amazing fam-ily and friends

Please call 678-894-7926 to schedule an appointment with Dr Corbett or Dr Ushma Patel

Free laughing gas now of-fered to all patients

Thinking your way healthyBy dr JOnathan stegall

In any endeavor we consis-tently see that 97 of people fail This means that only 3 are successful

Each day people start new diet plans and ambitious exercise regimens yet we see very few of these people reach their goals Does this sound like you If so the issue might involve your mindset

We have all heard it said ldquoIf you believe you can or if you believe you canrsquot yoursquore rightrdquo

This is certainly true with regard to health

While the mental aspect alone is not enough to help you reach your health goals it is certainly a necessary compo-nent that the 3 of people who are successful tend to have

I believe there are four key pieces which must be in place to increase the chances of success One the goal must be clearly written down

and frequently seen Two each small step must

be scheduled on the calendar so that it is a priority Three negative influences should be minimized as much as pos-sible And four a daily practice of positive affirmations should be adopted

Dr Stegall can be reached at (770) 551-2730 for more in-formation about his innovative medical practice

steGall

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Wersquore accept ing new pat ients Ca l l (770) 450-6508

ROSWELL

2500 Hospital Boulevard Suite 450Roswell GA 30076

CUMMING

950 Sanders Rd Cumming GA 30041

DO YOU HEAR BUT NOT UNDERSTAND

Untreated HEARING LOSS puts you at RISK for

dementia diminished mental health and falling

Two Convenient Locations

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MEETSunny Singh Khichi MDWe welcome Sunny Singh Khichi MD as the newest physician to join North Fulton ENT Associates Dr Khichi specializes in head and neck cancer sleep disorders allergy nasal and sinus disease voice

hearing and balance disorders and swallowing in both children and adults

Hearing health significantly impacts overall healthBy amy ledBetter aud

If you think living with hearing loss is not a big deal or that only people with a serious hearing loss need help you may want to take a closer look into the effects of hearing impairment A recent study by the non-profit Better Hearing Institute (BHI) has linked untreated hearing loss to a myriad of other health issues These include fatigue and stress depression avoid-ance or withdrawal from social situations reduced alertness

increased risk to personal safety im-paired memo-ry and ability to learn new tasks dimin-ished psycho-logical and overall health reduced job

performance and earning power and a greater risk of developing dementia

Making matters worse studies have shown that the effects of hearing loss com-

pound without treatment Just as muscles grow weak from lack of use the brain loses its ability to process sounds and recognize speech without regular auditory stimulation The longer people go without hearing optimally the more difficult it is to recover a full appreciation of words sounds and music

Early treatment for your hearing loss can help you bet-ter manage various situations related to untreated hearing loss A study by the non-profit National Council on Aging

(NCOA) concluded that hear-ing loss treatment is shown to improve quality of life in sev-eral areas including physical health and mental stability the sense of control over life com-munication in relationships and intimacy and warmth in family relationships ease in communication and improved earning power

Prevalence of Hearing LossAmong older adults hear-

ing loss is one of the most common self-reported condi-tions The National Health Interview survey found that

27 percent of adults aged 65 and older reported a hear-ing problem These studies based on self-report probably underestimate the prevalence of hearing loss as people may be unaware of a hearing loss or unwilling to admit to having a problem (National Health Inter-view Survey 1989 ndash National Center for Health Statistics)

A survey performed by the Better Hearing Institute estimates that 315 million Americans report a hearing difficulty which is around 10 percent of the US population

ledBetteR

By dr deBOrah wOOdward

Can you imagine being able to stream the sounds from your iPhones and iPads di-rectly into hearing devices that NO ONE else can see What if you could answer or make phone calls and clearly hear the person on the other end through both ears

The marvels of technology have made these scenarios possible to create a seamless connection to a world filled with sounds More than 36 million Americans experience hearing challenges in various environments and situations - a frustrating disadvantage to those affected

Forget about what you think you know about hearing devices up to now You will be AMAZED at how smart how helpful and how transforming better hearing can now be ldquoAs an audiologist for almost 24 years it is both exciting and overwhelming to stay on top of the latest advances in hearing technology It is a very fulfilling time to be in a profession that is truly transforming peoplersquos lives by connecting them to the world in a way that others take for grantedrdquo says Dr Debo-rah Woodward ldquoAnother leap forward has been the very suc-cessful extended wear optionrdquo These devices are invisible to others worn 247 for months at a time and have no batter-ies to change If you have a mild to moderate hearing loss this cutting edge option may be right for you

As the local communityrsquos leading link to better hearing over the past 17 years Dr Deborah Woodward and her staff at the Johns Creek Audi-ology and Hearing Center have successfully led thousands of hearing challenged patients to a more enjoyable and fulfill-ing life Dr Woodward offers patients not only improved day to day communication

but also the solutions to those challenging listening environ-ments such as restaurants group meetings phone com-munication and yes that age old argument between spouses on the ldquocorrectrdquo loudness of the television volume

Countless devices and ser-vices are now being marketed to assist the hearing chal-lenged but like fingerprints no two ears are the same Consulting with an audiolo-gist is an absolute must The ldquoone model fits allrdquo bought from a magazine or website has the potential to actually add MORE damage to your current hearing profile If in need of help you can rely on the expertise of a Doctor of Audiology and a Center with a proven TRUST record to help plan your personal and unique solution to ldquobetterrdquo hearing The Johns Creek Audiology and Hearing Center is known for their competitive pricing along with award winning service They can also provide diagnostic testing for hearing disorders tinnitus (ringing in the ears) vertigo and ear wax management All major insur-ance plans are accepted and no interest finance plans are offered

Call (770)814-1260 to schedule YOUR life changing appointment

Therersquos an APP for that For YOUR ears and YOUR world

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State of the art surgical options for women available One of the most exciting

advancements of modern medi-cine is the use of minimally invasive surgical techniques The founding physicians of Modern ObGyn Drs John and Ingrid Reyes have dedi-cated their practice to this phi-losophy ldquoMinimally invasive surgery allows us to perform complex procedures through either small incisions or no in-cisions at all Patients benefit from having less pain shorter recovery times and few or no scarsrdquo says Dr John Reyes

Minimally invasive surgery also refers to in-office proce-

dures which include treatment of heavy bleeding with endome-trial ablation and incision-free permanent sterilization ldquoIn office procedures are a safe and excellent option for many patients

Itrsquos great to be able to offer these procedures to women because they can get back to their lives so quickly often-times even the same day And typically because these are seen as office visits the cost to the patient is only their co-pay which makes such a big differ-encerdquo says Dr John Reyes

Modern ObGyn stands by

its promise to bring the most advanced and sophisticated options to this community ldquoWe are here to do our very best for the women of this community

This is why we went to school and trained for so longmdashwe really value the work we do and how we can help our patientsrdquo says Dr Natu Mmbaga the most recent ad-dition to the physician staff of the practice

The physicians at Modern OBGYN provide compre-hensive womenrsquos care at two convenient locations in Johns

Creek and Cumming includ-ing prenatal care annual well women exams and manage-ment of many other womenrsquos health care needs The physi-cians provide services at both

Northside Forsyth and Emory Johns Creek Hospital To schedule an appointment visit their website at wwwreyesob-gyncom or call the office at 404-446-2496

(NAPSI)mdashMany people may be surprised that skin behaves differently throughout the night and during the day

While it repairs itself at night during the day it works hard fending off environmen-tal aggressors and oxidative stress

By evening skin shows signs of age fatigue lines and dullness

In response the chemists at Kiehlrsquos Since 1851 created a new facial oil that awakens re-vitalizes and energizes fatigued skin so it looks and feels as fresh at the end of the day as it did at the beginning

Kiehlrsquos Daily Reviving Con-centrate is designed to support the skinrsquos natural defenses by mirroring the way the skin defends itself

The chemists specifically selected a highly concentrated blend of 100 percent natural origin ingredients including gingerroot essential oil for UV

ray protection sunflower seed botanical oil to increase skin hydration and tamanu oil to lock moisture in

These natural oils ex-plains Dr Adam Geyer Kiehlrsquos Consulting Dermatologist ldquocreate a protective layer that diminishes the penetration of environmental aggressorsrdquo

He continues that they ldquocontinuously provide daytime hydration and boost the skinrsquos ability to defend itself against aggressors throughout the dayrdquo

The result is a light non-comedogenic nonacnegenic mineral oil-free water-free and paraben-free formula that absorbs quickly and helps strengthen and protect the skin for a smooth fresh and healthy look all day long

Daily Reviving Concentrate is available in Kiehlrsquos retail stores at wwwkiehlscomDRC (800) KIEHLS-2 and se-lect specialty retailers

Beautiful skin all day

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7707716591 bull wwwjohnscreekdermatologycom6300 Hospital Parkway Suite 100 bull Johns Creek GA 30097

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Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek is the new signature in assisted livingRetirement living should

be exceptional living Situated in one of the most desirable spots in Johns Creek this new 100 apartment commu-nity is within close proxim-ity to world-class healthcare facilities cultural venues fine shopping and dining

Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek is a one-of-a-kind com-munity offering a luxurious lifestyle with concierge ser-vices chef-prepared meals housekeeping and more without a large investment or long-term commitment

ldquoWe are changing the way people liverdquo says Beth Rich-ardson Executive Director at Arbor Terrace ldquoWorking with strong on-site partners in healthcare including 24 hour nursing staff and on site therapy we can provide as much or as little care as our residents needrdquo

Arbor Terracersquos goal is to provide the residents with comfort security and peace of mind This beautiful commu-nity will have all the amenities you would expect including a fitness center with a variety of

exercise and educational offer-ings as well as a vibrant social calendar

As Judd Harper President of the Arbor Company points out ldquoWe consider it our prior-ity to help you stay fit and healthy

Our dedicated staff is committed to facilitating our residentsrsquo physical intellectual and cultural well-beingrdquo

For more information on Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek please call (770)-999-9577 and visit our website at wwwat-johnscreekcom

(NAPSI)mdashGood news for parents and indeed anyone who cares about kids in Amer-ica Fewer adolescents aged 12 to 17 are smoking or using alcohol than at any time since 2002 according to the latest National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)The annual report which is based on a scientific survey of about 67500 people aged 12 and older reveals a

number of encouraging trends about the behavioral health of adolescents and older teens

The ProblemIt also points to some trou-

bling results however particu-larly regarding adult drug use

The use of illicit drugs by Americans aged 12 or older was 102 percent in 2014 up nearly a full percentage point from 2013 The increase was largely driven by an increase in adult marijuana use

ldquoAlthough progress has

been made in some areas es-pecially among young people there are many challenges we need to meet in addressing the behavioral health issues facing our nationrdquo said Acting SAMHSA Administrator Kana Enomoto

A SolutionShe continued ldquoFortu-

nately there is effective action being taken by the administra-tion and US Department of Health and Human Servicesevidence-based approaches for

treating mental and substance use disorders provide hope and recovery for people with behav-ioral health needsrdquo

Learn MoreThe NSDUH survey is the

primary source of informa-tion about substance abuse and mental health issues in the United States The complete findings are at httpwwwsamhsagovdatasitesdefaultfilesNSDUH-FRR1-2014NSDUH-FRR1-2014pdf

teens less likely to drink or smoke

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