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HEALTHCARENews
WHO should you trustwhen it comes to
your health: your “gut” oryour doctor? Answer: Both.“I encourage my patients to trust both
their intuition about their own body andtheir doctor,” said Jennifer Hartmark-Hill,M.D., a Phoenix family medicine physicianand assistant professor at the Universityof Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix.For example, if you’re worried that
something is wrong medically, but testsshow everything is normal, “it’s wiseto have a discussion with your primarycare physician, who can guide youthrough an analysis of other factors thatimpact likelihood of illness and the mostappropriate course of action and timelinefor follow-up,” Hartmark-Hill said. In somesituations, she said, such as a concernabout breast health where no problemis found on imaging, your doctor cantell you changes to watch for and reportimmediately.“The bottom line is that you know
your body and what’s normal for you,”she said. “No test is 100 percent accurate,so sometimes repeat testing at a laterdate or a referral for further evaluationis appropriate.”
WHAT effects dopregnancy and
the early months of mother-hood have on your health?Answer: More than you thought.Most of us know about nausea and
vomiting in the early weeks, but did youknow that pregnancy can cause nasalcongestion, nosebleeds and slightlyblurry vision?Nasal congestion is caused by extra
estrogen that makes nasal membranesswell, explained Lisa Jaacks, M.D., a GlendaleOB-GYN. Thebloodvessels in your noseexpand during pregnancy,making nose-bleedsmore likely, while vision changesare caused by a swelling of the lens.In addition, blood pressure drops during
pregnancy, putting you at risk for dizzinessand fainting. Pregnancy hormones alsocause relaxation inmuscles and ligaments,making youmore prone to back andknee injuries, Jaacks said. Pregnancy andchildbirth are themost common causes ofpelvic prolapse, she added, which can leadto urinary incontinence.Heart volume changes, stemming from
increased blood volume, can result inan irregular heartbeat, said Mike Foley,M.D., chair of the OB-GYN department at
Women’s wellness:Thewho, what, when, where, why and howLearning the basics, journalism style BY DEBRA GELBART
Continued on page 8WOMEN’SWELLNESS
HEALTHCARE NEWS YOU CAN USE FOR YOUR WHOLE FAMILYTHE ARIZONA REPUBLIC A SPECIAL PUBLICATION CREATED BY REPUBLIC MEDIA CUSTOM PUBLISHING Vol. 3, No. 2 February 2013HEALTHCARE NEWS YOU CAN USE FOR YOUR WHOLE FAMILYA SPECIAL PUBLICATION CREATED BY REPUBLIC MEDIA CUSTOM PUBLISHING Vo
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University of Arizona breast cancer study looking for participants
Women face a variety of health issues specific to their gender. Experts advise staying in tune with your body, following your doctor’sadvice for screenings and understanding your specific risk factors.
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Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center inPhoenix. The “mask of pregnancy”—a rash around the mouth and on the chinor dark coloring on the face— is alsocommon, he said.The good news? Pregnancy reduces
your lifetime risk of colon, uterine andovarian cancers, Foley said.
WHEN should you bemost concerned
about cancer?Answer: For most cancers,beginning in middle age.The risk of cancer increases with age,
said Gerry Kato, M.D., a Scottsdale medicaloncologist, but regular screeningscan catch cancer early, when it’s mosttreatable. Breast and uterine cancer seemto be more prevalent in the decade of the60s, he said, but ovarian cancer incidencejumps in the mid-50s.Screening recommendations include
a colonoscopy at least every 10 yearsbeginning at age 50, Kato said, noting thatcolon cancer is the third-leading causeof cancer in women, behind lung andbreast cancer.
Flu fightingThe best defenseis a good offenseBY KRISTINE BURNETT
When it comes to the flu, Ben Franklinwas right: an ounce of prevention really isworth a pound of cure.The nation — and Arizona — has been
hit hard by the flu this year. And whilethe number of confirmed cases continuesto rise, Cara Christ, M.D., chief medicalofficer for the Arizona Department ofHealth Services, said that’s just the tipof the iceberg.“Reports of people affected by the flu
only reflect those individuals who havebeen seen by a physician and whose labtests confirm flu,” she said. “Most peoplecope without seeking medical attention,so the actual incidence of flu is likelymuch higher.”If you have already had your flu vaccine,
whether in the form of an injection or nasalmist, you have a solid layer of protection tohelp ward off infection. But if you haven’tbeen vaccinated, rest assured that it’snever too late to fight the flu.Following are some facts about the flu
and tips for protecting yourself and thosearound you.
Q: What is the flu?A: Christ describes influenza virus,commonly known as the flu, as a complexand somewhat tricky viral infection of thelungs, throat and/or sinuses that causes anarray of symptoms ranging from coughing,sneezing and a runny nose, to sore throat,fever andmuscle and body aches.
Q: When is flu season?A: The Centers for Disease Control andPrevention determines the official startof flu season, which typically begins thefirst week of October. In Arizona, the peakusually hits between February and March;however, a recent influx of cases put thisyear’s season ahead of schedule.
Q: How can I avoid getting the flu?A: Vaccination is by far the most effectivemeans of preventing the flu. Other tipsinclude washing your hands regularlywith warm soapy water, coughing andsneezing into your arm rather than yourhands, and staying home when sick.
Q: When is the best time to get a flu shot?A: The ideal time to get vaccinatedagainst the flu is between September andNovember; however, getting vaccinated
Continued on page 8 FLU FIGHTING
IN THIS ISSUE:COVER/08: WOMEN’S WELLNESS,
FLU FIGHTING02: COLORECTAL CANCER03: CHILD-PROOFING YOUR HOME04: FOOD SAFETY05: MENTAL HEALTH06: SUPPORT GROUPS/EVENTS07: SUPPORT GROUPS/DEALS09: DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS
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unexplained anemia and weightloss. He recommends that anyoneexperiencing these symptoms,regardless of age, talk with theirphysician immediately.While the risk for colon cancer
is higher with age—more than90 percent of cases happen inpeople who are age 50 or older,cites the CDC— other risk factorscan include a family history ofcolon polyps or cancer, lifestylecomponents like obesity and poordiet, and other gastrointestinalissues such as inflammatorybowel disease.
Screeningmethods“While there are many screeningmethods available, traditionalcolonoscopy remains the‘golden standard,’” said TomislavDragovich, M.D., Ph.D., division chief ofhematology and oncology at Banner MDAnderson Cancer Center, and a specialistin gastrointestinal malignancies.During a colonoscopy, a thin, flexible
tube called a colonoscope is insertedinto the colon so physicians can look forpolyps or other abnormalities. Medicalexperts advise that people begin havingcolonoscopies at age 50 or soonerdepending on their individual risk factors.While the procedure is slightly invasive,Dragovich stresses that it can save lives.“People feel that it [a colonoscopy] is
more invasive than it really is,” he said.“Colorectal cancer is highly curable whendetected early. It’s all about educatingthe public; we’re still missing a lot ofopportunities to screen people at risk.”While a colonoscopy remains the gold
standard, there are other ways to check forthe disease. Reed said that other detectionmethods can include:• Virtual colonoscopy: uses CT scanningbut may lead to a colonoscopy
• Fecal immunochemical test:detects blood in stool
• Flexible sigmoidoscopy: a scopeviews only the lower colon. (It shouldbe performed in conjunction witha barium enema to view the restof the colon.)
• Air contrast barium enema: a typeof X-ray that outlines the colon wall
Treatments“Colorectal cancer is treated differentlydepending on the location of the tumor,”said Luci Chen, M.D., a practicing partnerat Arizona Radiation Oncology Specialists.“A treatment plan is not a cookbook—there are guidelines, but it depends onthe diagnosis, stage of the cancer and thepatient’s needs.”Treatments can have varying side
effects, including fatigue, diarrhea, nauseaand more. In some cases, a patient mayneed a colostomy— a way to make a newpath for waste by creating an opening inthe abdomen— either permanently ortemporarily.Overall, Chen emphasized that the goal
of treatment and advancing medicine is toeither cure the disease or help it becomea chronic, manageable condition.
ResourcesCenters for Disease Controland Prevention: cdc.gov
Colorectal Cancer Alliance(CCA), Central Arizona:ccalliance.org/centralaz
TheWellness Community:twccaz.org
Colorectal cancer, which is cancer ofthe colon or rectum, is the second
leading cause of cancer-related deathsamong cancers that affect both menand women, according to the Centers forDisease Control and Prevention (CDC).The disease most often affects people
over 50 but can be found in youngerpatients, too. Proper screenings can lead toa higher cure rate or even prevent cancerin certain cases if polyps are detected andremoved during a typical screening exam,such as a colonoscopy.
Signs and symptomsColorectal cancer, often called coloncancer for short, affects the colon(the large intestine) or the rectum, thepassageway that connects the colon tothe anus, according to the ColorectalCancer Alliance (CCA).
The disease shows varying symptomsand is treated differently depending onits location (whether it is in the colon orrectum), said Darrell K. Reed, M.D., a board-certified gastroenterologist practicingat Mountain Vista Medical Center andMountain Vista Gastroenterology.Reed said the symptoms of colorectal
cancer are few until the disease isrelatively advanced. Common symptomscan include abdominal pain, change inbowel habits, rectal bleeding, weakness,
SurvivorsstressimportanceofscreeningsRamona MacKenzie was diagnosedwith colon cancer in 2009. Since then,the former teacher has dealt withdebilitating physical problems thatoften leave her homebound. As asurvivor, she advises others to explicitlyfollow screening guidelines.“If I had gone in at age 50 when
it was recommended, the polyp wouldprobably not have been cancerous,”MacKenzie said. “My only symptomwas a little blood in my stool. Aftermy diagnosis, both of my sisters weretested and one had three polyps.”Another survivor, Betty Rose
DeCarlo, an Arizona Ambassador forthe Colorectal Cancer Alliance, wasdiagnosed in 2005. She originallythought she had hemorrhoids.“I thought I was just fine, but I waitedtoo long— I was diagnosed with stage3 colon cancer,” DeCarlo said.Over the past eight years, DeCarlo
has experienced surgery, radiation,chemotherapy, the cancer spreading,numerous hospital stays and beingupgraded from stage 3 to stage 4cancer. From her experiences withother survivors, she suggests thatage 50 may be too long to wait if yoususpect something is wrong.She’s currently receiving treatment
for cancer spots on her lungs andcredits her faith for keeping her going.“I’ve experienced many miracles andlook forward to more,” DeCarlo said.“Colon cancer can be prevented ifscreened and found early…preventionis the whole story.”
“Colorectal cancerscreenings should bepart of your generalhealth maintenance.Any kind of screening isbetter than ignoring it.”
— Tomislav Dragovich, M.D., Ph.D.,division chief of hematologyand oncology, Banner MD AndersonCancer Center
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• Electrical outlets:Many well-meaningfolks use the simple, plastic prong-style electrical outlet covers, which arefine, but they really only are effective,according to Dastrup and Watkins, if
outlets. These, as well as cords, are amongcommon household items that might needto be relocated, said Watkins, who offersfree, in-home consultations and same-dayinstallation, as does Arizona Childproofers.Watkins also suggests that you look
around your house and study any largepieces of furniture, since while thefurniture might be sturdy, once you openup all the drawers, which a child maydo, the piece may tip due to the drasticweight shift.
Typical areas of concernBoth Dastrup and Watkins said there area few areas around the house that mosthomeowners can always make safer fortheir kids or grandkids and, in some cases,for the elderly and/or pets as well.
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ResourcesAmerican Academyof Pediatrics: aap.org
American Academyof Pediatrics, Arizona chapter:azaap.org/healthychildren
Arizona Childproofers:azchildproofers.com
Baby Safe Homes:babysafehomes.com
International Associationfor Child Safety: iafcs.org
Safe Kids USA: safekids.org
Parents obviously don’t intentionallycreate dangerous environments
for babies and toddlers. Often, expertssay, they just don’t recognize theimminent threats a typical householdposes for children.
Lifesaving advice“We feel like every time we walk into ahome, we save a life,” said Nancy Dastrup,a mother of five and grandmother of sevenwhose family owns Scottsdale-basedArizona Childproofers.Todd Watkins, owner of the Phoenix-
based Baby Safe Homes and the father oftwo young children himself, agreed andnoted that creating a safe environmentfor children to learn, grow and exploreoften just means using common sense.
Baby’s eye levelWatkins recommends getting down at ababy’s eye level to see what a tyke mightsee: electrical outlets, doorstops withrubber knobs and unprotected electrical
Childproofing your homeBetter safe than sorry – take precautions to ensure little ones’ safety BY GREMLYN BRADLEY-WADDELL
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Making the gradeWhile food safety inspections are required,the grading or rating of restaurantsand other food service establishmentsin Maricopa County is voluntary. Foodservice operators are given the option ofparticipating in the grading process at theonset of an inspection. Those that chooseto participate are awarded a letter graderanging from A to D, determined by thenumber of Priority, Priority Foundationand Core violations.Inspection reports, which are a matter
of public record, serve as an indication of arestaurant or food service establishment’sability to meet and abide by food safetyrequirements. Inspection reports andgrades also give consumers an opportunityto make informed decisions about whereto dine. You can view restaurant inspectionreports at esd.maricopa.gov.
utensil and other physical facilities; food-handler licensing; health and hygienepractices; and more.
Prioritized violationsIn accordance with the 2009 Food andDrug Administration Food Code, violationsare categorized as either Priority (directlyrelated to foodborne illness); PriorityFoundation (items or behaviors that leadto or enable priority violations); or Core(sanitation violations not directly relatedto or considered causal factors offoodborne illness).Johnny Diloné, public information
officer with the Maricopa CountyEnvironmental Services Department,explained that Priority and PriorityFoundation violations must be correctedat the time of inspection or within 10days of inspection, based on complexityof the violation. Core violations must
ResourcesArizona Department of HealthServices Office of EnvironmentalHealth: azdhs.gov/phs/oeh
Centers for Disease Control andPrevention: cdc.gov/foodsafety
Food and Drug Administration:fda.gov/food/foodsafety
Maricopa County EnvironmentalServices Department:esd.maricopa.gov
For many families, eating out affordsthe opportunity to bond over good
food and great conversation. But if properfood safety practices are not followed,your order may pack a little more punchthan you bargained for.The Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention estimates that one in sixAmericans becomes sick and 3,000 peopledie annually from foodborne illnessescaused by bacteria, parasites and virusesfound in food and beverages. Since amultitude of pathogens like botulism,salmonella and E. coli can lead to morethan 250 serious and potentially deadlydiseases, restaurants and other foodservice establishments must remainon high alert.
Restaurant inspectionsAccording to Sherry Gillespie, governmentrelations manager at the ArizonaRestaurant Association, Arizona’srestaurant industry is a $10.5 billionbusiness comprised of 8,500 restaurantsthroughout the state. Each restaurantis required to follow strict operatingguidelines and remain under the watchfuleye of health inspectors. Food serviceworkers, including those who handle,prepare, serve, sell or give away food inrestaurants, hospitals, school cafeteriasand other food service venues, arerequired to be licensed.With authority from the Arizona
Department of Health Services,county health departments like theMaricopa County EnvironmentalServices Department conduct required,unscheduled food safety inspections toensure safe food-handling procedures andpractices are in place. Inspections takeinto account how food is stored, thawed,cooked and cooled; the maintenance,operation and cleanliness of kitchen,
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SchoolcafeteriasmaintainvigilanceLike restaurants, school cafeteriasundergo inspections by the countyhealth department, but the sheerdaily volume of students, staff andfaculty who dine in school cafeteriasincreases the stakes when it comesto food safety. For example, thePeoria Unified School District (PUSD)has nearly 4,000 employees andmore than 36,000 students in 32elementary schools, seven highschools and one alternative school.PUSD’s facilities are located in boththe cities of Peoria and Glendale.Sandra Schossow, director of food
service for PUSD, said that to keepfood service employees educatedabout all facets of food safetyand ensure standard operatingprocedures produce the bestoutcomes, the district takes part in avoluntary food safety program fromthe Maricopa County EnvironmentalServices Department called TheCutting Edge. While participationentails additional inspections, theprogram provides an extra layerof protection.“It all comes down to constant
documentation and continuoustraining,” Schossow said. “Weconduct our own internalinspections and also bring in a third-party vendor to perform inspections.You can never be too safe.”
6 symptomsof foodborneillnesses
Symptoms of foodborne illnesses,which can appear within minutesor take weeks to surface, include:
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4 Diarrhea
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6 Nausea and vomiting
Source: National DigestiveDiseases Information Clearinghouse,digestive.niddk.nih.gov
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• Inability to sleep or not feelingthe need to sleep
SchizophreniaSchizophrenia often appears whensomeone is in their early 20s, Chaneynoted, adding that common indicators ofschizophrenia can include hearing voicesand being paranoid.“It [schizophrenia] might be missed; if
you suspect you might have symptoms ofit you need to get help quickly,” she said.
Schizoaffective disorderAnother mental illness that is often under-diagnosed is schizoaffective disorder, saidTara Peyman, N.D., a naturopathic doctorat the Arizona Natural Health Centerin Tempe.According to the U.S. National Library of
Medicine, schizoaffective disorder involvesa loss of contact with reality (known aspsychosis) and mood problems. Some ofits symptoms can include:• Problems with moods• Issues with daily functions such assleeping, concentrating and a lack ofconcern for personal hygiene
• Disorganized, illogical speech• Delusions and paranoia
Treatment optionsTreatment outcomes formental illness vary perpatient and with theseverity of thedisease. Forexample, if aperson stays in apsychiatric hospital,they would leave witha treatmentplan thatmightinclude aday program orintensive group counseling. Other times,patients can simply integrate their newmedication into their daily lives.For those who shy away from
conventional medicines, Peyman said thatthere are homeopathic treatment options.“With homeopathy, there are no sideeffects, no interactions and it doesn’t addanything to your system,” Peyman said.“It [homeopathy] works with your body tohave a balancing and stabilizing effect.”
The next stepFor those who may suspect they are or aloved one is affected by a mental illness,the next step is often to meet with aprimary care physician to discuss anyconcerns. There are also resources suchas Magellan of Arizona’s Crisis Hotline(800-631-1314) where you can call to askgeneral mental health questions.Just like a physical illness, treatment
plans for mental disorders vary perpatient. Some of the most commontreatments include medication andindividual or group therapy. “Forextreme situations, being admitted toan in-patient psych hospital or mentalhealth [facility] may be the best option,”Espinoza said.
ResourcesArizona Natural Health Center:aznaturalhealth.com
Family Involvement Center:familyinvolvementcenter.org
Magellan Health Services:magellanofaz.com
National Alliance onMental Illness,Arizona: namiaz.com
St. Luke’s Behavioral Health Center:stlukesbehavioralhealth.com
RemovingthestigmaWhile awareness of mental disordershas improved, many professionals inthe mental health arena admit thatthere are still misconceptions aboutmental illness.“We’d like to take the stigma out of
mental illness; it’s no different thana physical illness, it just happensto involve one’s brain,” said KarenChaney, M.D., the medical director ofadult services at Magellan of Arizona.
Commonmental illnessesSigns, symptoms and treatment options BY MICHELLE TALSMA EVERSON
“Like other diseases,there is no cure formentalillness, but you canmanage and control it.”
— Brian Espinoza, M.D., P.C.,board-certified psychiatrist,St. Luke’s Behavioral Health Center
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On average, one in four adultsexperiences a mental health
disorder in a given year, according to theNational Alliance on Mental Illness. Withstatistics like this, chances are you knowsomeone dealing with mental healthconcerns or you are grappling with amental illness yourself.
Types of mental illnessSome of the most commonmentalillnesses include depression, anxiety, stressand insomnia, said Brian Espinoza, M.D.,P.C., a board-certified psychiatristat St. Luke’s Behavioral Health Center.Other recognizedmental health illnesses
include bipolar disorder, schizophreniaand schizoaffective disorder.
DepressionWhile each mental health disorder has itsown symptoms, there are some commonindicators that something might be amiss.For example, Espinoza said that some of
the signs of depression can be:• Changes in emotions• Lack of interest in normal activities• Inability to perform in the workplace• Depressed, ongoing moods that affecta person’s home or social life
• Lack of appetite• Restlessness and fatigue
Bipolar disorderKaren Chaney, M.D., is themedical directorof adult services at Magellan of Arizona,an organization that manages a publiclyfunded behavioral healthcare deliverysystem for Medicaid, non-Medicaid andTitle XXI (KidsCare)-eligible residents incentral Arizona. For those concerned aboutbipolar disorder, she said some signsto be aware of are:• Episodes where the person mayhear voices or be delusional
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LUNG CANCERFeb. 9, 1–3 p.m.BySt. Joseph’sat TheWellnessCommunity360 E. Palm Ln., Phoenix623-712-1006
LOOK GOOD, FEEL BETTERFeb. 11, 5:30–7:30 p.m.Ironwood Cancer & Research1432 S. Dobson Rd., MesaRegister: 480-855-2224
TAI CHIFeb. 12 & 19, 4:30 p.m.Ironwood Cancer & Research3855 S. Val Vista Dr., GilbertRegister: 480-855-2224
COPING WITH CANCERFeb. 13 & 27, 6:30 p.m.Banner Thunderbird5555W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale602-865-5450
LIVING & COPING WITH CANCERFeb. 19, 5:30 p.m.Banner MD Anderson2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Gilbert480-256-4141
KIDS CAN COPEFeb. 19, 7 p.m.Banner Thunderbird5555W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale602-865-5450
JOURNEY TO WELLNESSFeb. 20, 4 p.m.Banner MD Anderson2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Gilbert480-256-4141
ORAL, HEAD & NECKFeb. 20, 4:30–6:30 p.m.Banner Desert1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa480-412–4673
COLORECTALFeb. 21, 6 p.m.Banner Thunderbird5555W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale602-865-5450
ESOPHAGEALFeb. 21, 6–7:30 p.m.Banner Good Samaritan1111 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix602-839-4970
All groups and events are believed,but not guaranteed, to be free unlessotherwise stated. Every effort has beenmade to verify accuracy, but please callbefore attending to confirm details.
WELLNESS
BARIATRIC MEETINGSVarious dates & timesBanner Gateway1900 N. Higley Rd., Gilbert480-543-2606
WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY SEMINARSVarious dates, times & locationsSt. Luke’s Medical CenterRegister: 800-248-5553
WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY SEMINARSVarious dates, times & locationsScottsdale HealthcareRegister: bariatricsurgeryaz.com;480-882-4636
ALL ABOUT ALLERGIESFeb. 6, 7–8 p.m.By Scottsdale Healthcareat Barnes & Noble10500 N. 90 St., ScottsdaleRegister: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636
TOTAL JOINT REPLACEMENTFeb. 13, 20 & 27, 9 a.m.Banner Gateway1900 N. Higley Rd., Gilbert602-239-2273
MAKOPLASTY PARTIAL KNEEREPLACEMENT SEMINARFeb. 13, 6-7 p.m.Arrowhead Hospital18701 N. 67 Ave., GlendaleRegister: azhealthyhours.com;855-292-9355
TOBACCO CESSATION PROGRAMFeb. 21, 6–7 p.m.Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn7301 E. Fourth St., ScottsdaleRegister: shc.org/events; 480-882-5761
DEALING WITH EATING TRIGGERSFeb. 21, 7 p.m.Chiro-Med Center, Dr. Sophia Fountis14269 N. 87 St., ScottsdaleInfo: 480-443-0778
MEDICATION SAFETY SEMINARFeb. 27, 1–3 p.m.Humana Guidance Center5943 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa480-325-4707
LEG & FOOT CRAMPSFeb. 27, 6–7 p.m.Mountain VistaMedical Center1301 S. Crismon Rd., MesaRegister: 877-924-WELL (9355)
PROSTATECANCER
US TOO SUPPORT GROUPFeb. 12, 7 p.m.St. Joseph’s350W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix623-242-3131
SUPPORT GROUPFeb. 25, 7–9 p.m.Banner Desert1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa480-412-4673
HEART/STROKE
HEART HEALTH FOR HEART MONTHVarious dates, times & locationsBy John C. LincolnRegister: [email protected]; 623-434-6265
CONGESTIVE HEART FAILUREFeb. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 6:30–7:30 p.m.Chandler Regional1955W. Frye Rd., Chandler480-728-5414
PREDIABETES/DIABETESFeb. 14, 1–2 p.m.By Scottsdale Healthcareat Civic Center Library3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., ScottsdaleRegister: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636
DIABETES SUPPORTFeb. 19, 3–4 p.m.Banner Baywood6644 E. Baywood Ave., Mesa480-321-4578
ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA
CAREGIVER SUPPORTFeb. 7, 1:30–3 p.m.Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital1500 S. Mill Ave., TempeRegister: 877-351-WELL (9355)
DISCUSSIONS & DECISIONSDURING DEMENTIAFeb. 8, 10:30 a.m.–noonBy Banner Alzheimer’s Instituteat Banner Sun Health Research10515W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun CityRegister: 602-230-2273
PLANNING AHEADFOR CAREGIVERSFeb. 11, 10 a.m.–noonBanner Alzheimer’s Institute901 E.Willetta St., PhoenixRegister: [email protected];602-839-6850
SUPPORT GROUPLunch providedFeb. 17, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.St. Joseph’s Huger Mercy2345W. Orangewood Ave., Phoenix623-406-5600
MEMORY SCREENINGFeb. 19, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.Banner Alzheimer’s Institute901 E.Willetta St., PhoenixRegister: [email protected];602-230-2273
CAREGIVER SUPPORT (DUET)Feb. 19, 12:30–2 p.m.Church of the Beatitudes555W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix602-274-5022
COMPASS FOR CAREGIVERSFeb. 21, 10–11:30 a.m.Banner Alzheimer’s Institute901 E.Willetta St., PhoenixRegister: [email protected];602-839-6850
CAREGIVER SUPPORTFeb. 21, 1:30–3 p.m.Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital1500 S. Mill Ave., TempeRegister: 877-351-9355
CAREGIVERS SUPPORTFeb. 25, 1:30–3:30 p.m.Banner Sun Health Research10515W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City623-832-5328
COMPASS FOR CAREGIVERSFeb. 25, 4–5:30 p.m.Banner Alzheimer’s Institute901 E.Willetta St., PhoenixRegister: [email protected];602-839-6850
SENIORS
CALLUSES & CORNSFeb. 7, noon–1 p.m.Mountain VistaMedical Center1301 S. Crismon Rd., MesaRegister: 877-924-WELL (9355)
PREVENTION & TREATMENTOF HEART DISEASEFeb. 11, noon–1 p.m.St. Luke’s Medical Center1800 E. Van Buren St., PhoenixRegister: 877-351-WELL (9355)
MEDICATION CHECKSFeb. 12, 10–11 a.m.Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital1500 S. Mill Ave., TempeRegister: 877-351-WELL (9355)
MATURE VISIONFeb. 19, 6:30–7:30 p.m.ByMidwestern Universityat Foothills Library19055 N. 57 Ave., Glendale623-930-3868
BRONCHITIS & PNEUMONIAFeb. 28, noon–1 p.m.Mountain VistaMedical Center1301 S. Crismon Rd., MesaRegister: 877-924-9355
WOMEN& CANCER
GYNECOLOGICFeb. 12, 5–6:15 p.m.Banner Desert1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa480-412-4673
YOUNG WOMEN’S SUPPORTFeb. 12, 6:30 p.m.Banner Thunderbird5555W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale602-865-5450
FACING FORWARDFeb. 13, 1–3 p.m.Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center10460 N. 92 St., ScottsdaleRegister: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636
CANCERSUPPORT
YOGA FOR CANCER PATIENTSVarious dates & timesBanner MD Anderson2946 E. Banner Gateway Dr., Gilbert480-256-4141
CAVE CREEK CANCER SUPPORTFeb. 9, 10 a.m.–noonBy Scottsdale Healthcare atGood Shepherd Episcopal Church6502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave CreekRegister: 480-488-3283
STROKEFeb. 7, 1:30–2:30 p.m.Banner Boswell Rehab10601W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City623-832-7000
HEART DISEASEPREVENTION & TREATMENTFeb. 11, noon–1 p.m.By St. Luke’s Medical Center1800 E. Van Buren St., PhoenixRegister: 877-351-9355
BENEFITS OFPEER-TO-PEER SUPPORTFeb. 12, 9:30 a.m.Banner Boswell13180 N. 103 Dr., Sun City602-230-2273
CHOLESTEROL MANAGEMENTFeb. 13, 1–2 p.m.By Scottsdale Healthcareat Appaloosa Library7377 E. Silverstone Dr., ScottsdaleRegister: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636
STROKE SUPPORT GROUPFeb. 14, 1:30–3 p.m.Banner Baywood6644 E. Baywood Ave., Mesa480-321-4790
STROKE SURVIVORFeb. 14, 2:30–4 p.m.Chandler Regional1875W. Frye Rd., Chandler480-728-5414
HEART-HEALTHY EATINGFeb. 19 &March 5, 11 a.m.Banner Heart Hospital6750 E. Baywood Ave., Mesa480-854-5401
MAINTAIN HEART HEALTHFeb. 19, noon–1 p.m.Mountain VistaMedical Center1301 S. Crismon Rd., MesaRegister: 877-924-9355
LIVING WITH HEART DISEASELearn about new treatmentsfor aortic valve diseaseFeb. 23, 9–11 a.m.Mayo Clinic Hospital5777 E. Mayo Blvd., PhoenixRSVP: 480-301-0019;[email protected]
STROKE SUPPORT GROUPFeb. 26, 3–4 p.m.Mountain VistaMedical Center1301 S. Crismon Rd., MesaRegister: 877-924-9355
STROKE CAREGIVERFeb. 28, 2:30–3:30 p.m.Mercy Gilbert3420 S. Mercy Rd., Gilbert480-728-5414
DIABETES
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUPCardon Children’s Medical Center1400 S. Dobson Rd., MesaCall for dates & times: 480-412-4557
TAKING CONTROL (3-CLASS SERIES)Various dates & timesParadise Valley Hospital3815 E. Bell Rd., PhoenixRegister: 602-923-5813;[email protected]
TAKING CONTROLVarious dates & timesPastoral Care Associates2040 W. Bethany Home Rd., PhoenixRegister: azhealthyhours.com;855-292-9355
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUPFeb. 11, 3–4 p.m.Mountain VistaMedical Center1301 S. Crismon Rd., MesaRegister: 877-924-9355
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUPFeb. 14, 1–2 p.m.St. Luke’s Medical Center1800 E. Van Buren St., PhoenixRegister: 877-351-9355
ORAL, HEAD & NECKFeb. 21, 6:30–8 p.m.Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center10460 N. 92 St., Scottsdale602-439-1192
I CAN COPEFeb. 25, 6 p.m.Banner Thunderbird5555W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale602-865-5450
LIVING WITH LYMPHEDEMAFeb. 25, 6:30–8:30 p.m.Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center10460 N. 92 St., ScottsdaleRegister: shc.org/events; 480-882-4636
COLON CANCERMarch 5, 5–6:15 p.m.Banner Desert1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa480-412-4673
COLORECTAL CANCERMarch 5, 6 p.m.Banner Good Samaritan1111 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix602-839-4970
BREAST CANCER
BOSOM BUDDIES SUPPORT GROUPSVarious dates, times & locationsAhwatukee/Chandler: 480-893-8900East Valley: 480-969-4119Scottsdale: 623-236-6616West Valley: 623-979-4279
YOGA FOR RECOVERYFeb. 7 & 21, 6–8 p.m.John C. LincolnMedical Office19841 N. 27 Ave, Phoenix602-712-1006
SUPPORT GROUPFeb. 9, 10 a.m.–noonVirginia G. Piper Cancer Center10460 N. 92 St., ScottsdaleRegister: 480-323-1990;[email protected]
LEARN & SUPPORTFeb. 13, 5:30 p.m.Banner Good Samaritan1111 E. McDowell Rd., PhoenixRegister: 602-712-1006
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Feb. 9OralMedications forCancerWHAT: Learn about the latestin oral chemotherapy andadvancements from a panelof Arizona-based healthcareproviders.WHERE: SkySong at ASU,1475 N. Scottsdale Rd., ScottsdaleTIME: 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.COST: FreeSPONSORED BY: The Leukemiaand Lymphoma SocietyREGISTER: 602-567-7588or facebook.com/llsaz/events
FebruaryTOP Events
Feb. 16–March 10Arizona Senior OlympicsWHAT: Join seniors age 50and older from across the stateand compete in more than 30sports ranging from archeryto pickleball. See website forregistration info and schedules.WHERE: Locations throughoutthe state, depending on eventTIME: VariousCOST: $24 per sportSPONSORED BY: HumanaREGISTER: seniorgames.org
Feb. 16Walk in the WildWHAT:Walk or run a one-milecourse at the Phoenix Zoo.WHERE: Phoenix Zoo,455 N. Galvin Pkwy, PhoenixTIME: 7:30 a.m.COST: Varies for membersand non-membersREGISTER: 602-914-4333or phoenixzoo.org
Feb. 23Heart-Healthy DayWHAT: Health screenings,cooking demos, seminarsand more.WHERE:Mountain VistaMedical Center,1301 S. Crismon Rd., MesaTIME: 8–11 a.m.COST: FreeREGISTER: Required forscreenings; call 877-924-9355INFO:mvmedicalcenter.com
March 5Chest-Compression-Only CPR ClassWHAT: Learn chest-compression-only CPR,considered easier to rememberthan traditional CPR.WHERE: Banner Desert MedicalCenter, 1400 S. Dobson Rd., MesaTIME: 6–7:30 p.m.COST: FreeREGISTER: 602-230-2273
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COOKING FORWELLNESSFeb. 19, 6–8 p.m.John C. Lincoln Breast Center19646 N. 27 Ave, Phoenix623-786-4673
SUPPORT GROUPFeb. 26, 5–6:15 p.m.Banner Desert1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa480-412-4673
TRIPLE NEGATIVEFeb. 27, 5:30 p.m.Banner Good Samaritan1111 E. McDowell Rd., PhoenixRegister: 602-712-1006
METASTATIC SUPPORTMarch 6, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.Banner Desert1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa.480-412-HOPE (4673)
PARKINSON’S
DANCE, EXERCISE, YOGA & TAI CHIVarious dates, times & locationsByMuhammad Ali Parkinson CenterRegister: 602-406-6903;supportthroughotherparents.org
CAREGIVERS’ SUPPORTGROUPS (DUET)Various dates, times & locations602-274-5022
DEEP BRAIN STIMULATIONFeb. 8, 10:30 a.m.Banner Sun Health Research10515W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City623-832-5328
GOLF FOR PEOPLEWITH PARKINSON’SFeb. 11, 18 & 25, 9 a.m.–noonSun City Country Club9433 N. 107 Ave., Sun CityByMuhammad Ali Parkinson CenterRegister: 602-406-6903
PARKINSON’SFeb. 11, 10–11:30 a.m.Banner Sun Health Research10515W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City602-942-9008
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUPFeb. 12, 1–2 p.m.HealthSouth Valley of the Sun13460 N. 67 Ave., Glendale623-878-8800
PD 102: PARKINSON’S INFOFeb. 18 & 25, 1–3 p.m.Desert Palms Presbyterian Church13459W. Stardust Ave., Sun CityByMuhammad Ali Parkinson CenterRegister: 800-227-7691
PARKINSON’S & PARTNERSFeb. 25, 10–11:30 a.m.Banner Sun Health Research10515W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City602-942-9008
BREAST-FEEDING
BREASTFEEDINGFeb. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 11 a.m.Chandler Regional1875W. Frye Rd., Chandler480-728-5414
BREASTFEEDINGFeb. 8, 15 & 22, 10 a.m.Mercy Gilbert3555 S. Val Vista Dr., Gilbert480-728-5414
BREASTFEEDINGFeb. 11, 18 & 25, 10–11:30 a.m.St. Joseph’s350W. Thomas, Phoenix602-406-4954
LACTATION SUPPORTFeb. 11, 18 & 25, 1–2 p.m.Banner Estrella9201W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix623-327-8001
BREASTFEEDINGFeb. 12 & 26, 10 a.m.Banner Ironwood37000 N. Gantzel Rd., San Tan Valley480-394-4000
BREASTFEEDINGFeb. 14, 21 & 28, 1–2:30 p.m.Banner Desert1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa480-412-3035
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORTFeb. 18 &March 4, 6–7:30 p.m.Banner Good Samaritan1111 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix602-839-3502
NURSINGMOMS SUPPORTFeb. 28, 5:30 p.m.Banner Del E. Webb14502W.Meeker Blvd., Sun CityWest602-230-2273
PARENTING
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSIONFeb. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 1–2:30 p.m.Chandler Regional1875W. Frye Rd., Chandler480-728-5414
SUPPORT THROUGH OTHERPARENTS (STOP)Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28, 7–9 p.m.First Presbyterian Church161 N. Mesa Dr., Mesa623-846-5464;supportthroughotherparents.org
GRANDFAMILIES OUTINGFeb. 9, 11 a.m.By Duet at Mesa SouthwestNatural Museum53 N.MacDonald, Mesa602-274-5022
PREGNANCY & POSTPARTUMFeb. 12, 19 & 26, 10–11:30 a.m.Banner Desert1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa480-412-5292
POSTPARTUM SUPPORTFeb. 12 & 26, 11 a.m.Banner Thunderbird5555W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale602-865-5908
NEWBORN PARENTINGFeb. 12, 2–3:30 p.m.Banner Baywood6644 E. Baywood Ave., Mesa480-321-4455
SUPPORT THROUGHOTHER PARENTS (STOP)Feb. 12, 19 & 26, 7–9 p.m.Larkspur Christian Church3302W. Larkspur Dr., Phoenix623-846-5464
PREGNANCY, PARENTING & PLAYFeb. 14, 21 & 28, 7–9 p.m.Banner Baywood6644 E. Baywood Ave., Mesa480-321-4455
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION(2–WEEK CLASS)Feb. 20 & 27, 6:30–9:30 p.m.Maryvale Hospital5102W. Campbell Ave., PhoenixRegister: 855-292-9355;azhealthyhours.com
BIRTH PARENT SUPPORTFeb. 26, 6–8 p.m.St. Joseph’s350W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix888-818-4445
PREGNANCY & INFANT LOSSMarch 4, 7 p.m.Banner Desert1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa480-412–3595
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RESPIRATORY
ASTHMA SUPPORT GROUPCardon Children’s Medical Center1400 S. Dobson Rd., MesaCall for dates & times: 480-412-7902
LUNG TRANSPLANT SUPPORTFeb. 12, 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m.St. Joseph’s350W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix623-406-7009
RESPIRATORYFeb. 14, 1:30 p.m.Banner Boswell13180 N. 103 Dr., Sun City623-832-5708
BETTER BREATHERSFeb. 20, 2–3 p.m.Chandler Regional1875W. Frye Rd., Chandler480-728-5414
BRONCHITIS & PNEUMONIAFeb. 28, noon–1 p.m.Mountain VistaMedical Center1301 S. Crismon Rd., MesaRegister: 877-924-WELL (9355)
BRAIN
BRAIN INJURY & CAREGIVERFeb. 7, 6:30–7:30 p.m.HealthSouth Valley of the Sun13460 N. 67 Ave., Glendale602-508-8024
BRAIN INJURY SURVIVORSFeb. 11, 7–8:15 p.m.St. Joseph’s350W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix602-406-3333
APHASIAFeb. 12 & 26, 10–11 a.m.Banner Boswell13180 N. 103 Dr., Sun City623-972-4263
SYRINGO & CHIARIFeb. 21, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.St. Joseph’s Outpatient Rehab114W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix623-561-9606
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only take so much pressure before theblockage begins traveling up the leg. Thehigher the clot goes, the more worrisomethe condition.
Causes varyMuch like the symptoms, causes ofDVT vary. Damage sustained from atrauma or surgical procedure, medicalconditions like congestive heart failure,oral contraceptives, obesity and asedentary lifestyle have been linked to thecondition. In addition, extended periodsof immobility such as long drives or flightsthat don’t include rest breaks to stretchand move around can trigger leg swelling,fluid buildup and ultimately, DVT.
Diagnosis and treatmentThough DVT can be easily diagnosedthrough an exam and ultrasound of thevenous system, treating it can be tricky.For decades, blood-thinning medicationslike Coumadin and the use of compressionstockings have been treatment standards,but they don’t work for everyone.
Thrombolysis is a treatment approachthat entails injecting a special “clot-busting” agent into the vein via a catheterto break up a clot before it can be suckedout. Similarly, a thrombectomy usinga device known as an AngioJet® canmechanically remove a clot by loosening itwith medication before using a specializedhigh pressure device that Wittenberg
compares to a water hammer to pulverizeit and then syphon it out.
Since manipulating a clot increasesthe risk that a piece will break free andtravel to the lungs, safeguards, includingspecial filters, are put in place to catchclot fragments that may break off duringtreatment.
Seek immediate careAs with everything, there are limitations totreatment, most notably the time betweenclot formation and medical intervention.Starling expressed the urgency of seekingimmediate treatment for DVT saying, “Thewindow to rid the venous system of a clotand achieve the best results is only aboutseven to 14 days.”
ResourcesBanner Health:bannerhealth.com
Centers for Disease Controland Prevention: cdc.gov
John C. Lincoln Health Network:jcl.com
MedlinePlus:nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus
PubMed Health:ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth
Society of InterventionalRadiology: sirweb.org
WebMD:webmd.com
L eg pain, swelling and tightnessare sometimes painful reminders
of an overzealous workout, but thesebothersome symptoms can also indicatethat veins in the legs aren’t pumpingblood quite like they should.
The legs are home to hundreds of veins,many of which are superficial and restfairly close to the skin, but one main or“deep” vein is responsible for pushing thevast majority of blood from the legs backto the heart.
According to Aaron Wittenberg, M.D.,an interventional radiologist on staff atJohn C. Lincoln Hospital, when a veinbecomes blocked and blood pools in theleg, a clotting condition known as deepvein thrombosis (DVT) can set in andserious health risks can loom.
“Since a clot can’t go away on its own,symptoms continue to worsen and canbecome debilitating if left untreated,”Wittenberg noted. While there are severalrisks associated with DVT, pulmonaryembolism poses the greatest threat.
Dangerous blood clotsCaused by a piece of blood clot breakingloose and traveling through the veinsto the heart before ultimately settlingin the lungs, pulmonary embolism canresult in such symptoms as chest pain ordiscomfort, shortness of breath, low bloodpressure and passing out. In extremecases, it can lead to cardiac arrest oreven death.
Mark Starling, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.C.,chief medical officer at Banner HeartHospital, cited a correlation betweenthe severity of pulmonary embolismwith the amount of clot breakoff saying,“The bigger it is, the more profound thesymptoms.”
Starling also highlighted the significanceof a clot’s location when it comes to riskof pulmonary embolism, explaining thata clot can occupy a small portion of thedeep vein below the knee or it can extendabove the knee. Ultimately, the vein can
“There’s a reason in-flightmagazines include tipsand recommendationsfor leg stretches like calfraises and ankle rolls.”
— AaronWittenberg, M.D.,interventional radiologist,John C. Lincoln Hospital
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