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BREAST CANCER AWARENESSKnow The Steps To Minimize Risk 27

Gov. Fallin: Oklahomans Are Paying For Poor Health 8

Staying Young and Healthy is a Family Affair 9

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Fiscal Fitness: Where does your money go every month, a closer look 10

Finding the right Plastic Surgeon 12A Couple Sees Both Sides of the Patient/Caregiver Experience 14

An alternative to the Gym 16it comes to permanent birth control 17

A perfect time for varicose vein removal 18Stillwater welcomes a New Children’s Museum 19

Chiropractors Can Use Multiple Therapies To Alleviate Your Pain 20Respiratory Problems Decrease With Acupuncture 20

Sports Vision Therapy gives athletes an Edge 21

FITNESS

Ben Coffman: Add Family Fun to your Daily Workout 23Governor Fallin reinvigorates OK Fit Kids Coalition 24

What You Should Know About Breast Cancer. 27Couples have several options when

Adopting a pet in Oklahoma 29

FOODIES

A Home Cooked Holiday Feast 31

Halloween Recipes 32

TALK

Halloween Party for Kids on page 41

Soldiers Coming Home on page 42

The American Diabetes Association is here for you Oklahoma 44The Shine Program Cleans Up Oklahoma County 46

IN EVERY ISSUE

Publisher's Letter ............................................................................ 6Govenor Mary Fallin .........................................................................8Lt. Govenor Todd Lamb .................................................................. 9Fiscal Fitness ...................................................................................10Ben Coffman Fitness Guru ........................................................... 23Babies on Board ...................................................................... 33-34

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Lt. Governor Todd LambChris PetermannAmy Petermann

Dr. Juan Brou, M.D.Jennifer Tatum

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Vol 2 - Issue 1

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[ Brandy Morris, Publisher ]

Hello my friends,

The sizzling summer is finally over. Now is the time to enjoy the great fall weather. Our Healthy Destination for this issue is Bricktown. We had fun taking in all the sights and smells of Bricktown. We met some wonderful people and made new friends. We hope that you will make the trip and do the same.

Congratulations are in order for OK Health and Fitness Magazine Editor, Bradley Smith. He has been nominat-ed by the Oklahoma Diabetes Associa-tion for Father of the Year. You will learn more about the ADA in Oklahoma in the months to come.

The holidays are rapidly approaching. I hope you and your family have a wonder-ful Thanksgiving feast. Remember our soldiers who will not be home with us for the holidays, a package from home with letters and treats will always warm the heart.

Our friends at the Perkins Chamber of Commerce ask me to share a few upcom-ing events you may be interested in, bring the family and have some fun!

Monster Mash Held on Halloween Monday, October

31, at 5:00 pm at the Perkins-Tryon Ele-mentary School gym. The free event fea-tures a costume contest for all ages and lots of candy. For information about Mon-ster Mash, contact David Sasser at (405) 547-2411.

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Territorial Plaza Dinner held on Saturday October 15 at 6:30 pm

at the Perkins-Tryon Junior High School gymnasium. The dinner includes a silent and live auction. Last year’s event raised approximately $20,000. All proceeds are used for maintenance and development of the Plaza which includes historical buildings and the development of the Ter-ritorial Plaza in Perkins. For information about the Plaza Dinner, contact Virginia Sasser at (405) 547-5298.

Old Fashioned Country Christmas Is set for Thursday evening, December 8. Come celebrate the season with holiday music, lights and other activities includ-ing a visit from Santa! For information about Old Fashioned Country Christmas, contact Lisa Branum at (405) 714-2394.

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special message from Governor mary Fallin special message from Lt. Governor todd Lamb

A s you take the time to turn through the pages of Oklahoma Health and Fitness, I’m sure many of you are

reflecting on the importance of healthy liv-ing. For that, I congratulate you, because improving our health as a state is one of the

most important things we can do to ensure a prosperous future. Sadly, far too many Oklahomans are un-healthy and overweight. For many, that condi-tion begins at a very young age. As a mother, childhood obesity is an is-sue that speaks to my heart. No parent wants to see a child as young as seven developing chronic diseases, like type-2 diabetes, once only found in adults. It pains me to think of the health risks and emotional heart ache that these children face and may continue to face if they develop into overweight grownups. As Oklahoma’s chief executive, however, it concerns me for another reason: the danger-ous implications for our economy, our busi-nesses and our state budget. Most Oklahomans know our state has a prob-lem with obesity. Few are aware, however, of the terrible financial toll that poor health is

taking on our economy, workforce productiv-ity and our businesses, not just here but across the nation. A report recently released by the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine offers a sobering look at the Unit-ed States’ obesity epidemic and the financial bottom line that comes with it. Simply put, if left unchecked, that epidemic will cause enor-mous financial strain on families, taxpayers, government and businesses alike. The report examines the hidden costs of obesity for businesses, and the numbers are staggering. Loss of productivity due to obesity now costs U.S. businesses an estimated $73.1 billion per year. To put that number in per-spective, that money could be used to hire 1.8 million new workers in the United States at an annual salary of $42,000. Instead it is being used to pay medical bills of employees who are overweight and sick, and draining the coffers of the small businesses we count on to create jobs and invest in our communities. The cost to taxpayers, state government and families is also enormous. In Oklahoma, it’s estimated that up to 11 percent of our total medical expenditures can be directly linked to the obesity epidemic. Oklahoma taxpayers shell out millions of dollars annually to treat the chronic illnesses related to overweight and obese Oklahomans on Medicare and Med-icaid – money that could be spent instead on lowering the tax burden for our citizens or funding roads and schools. Studies show that as many as 70 percent of overweight and obese children become over-weight and obese adults. If that statistic does not change, we will have a serious workforce issue on our hands. As governor, I’ve had the privilege of traveling the country and touting our strong economy and economic development successes, some-thing that few governors can do during this national recession. Oklahoma has made great strides in the past several years in becoming a business friendly state that supports the cre-ation of new jobs. In the 2011 legislative ses-

sion alone, we passed comprehensive lawsuit reform, a rewrite of the workers’ compensation laws, and worked to strengthen our public schools. All of these changes make Oklahoma a more attractive place to locate or expand a business. Unfortunately, as a variety of reports continue to show; the health of our citizens continues to decline, with diseases related to obesity being the main culprit. Preventable illnesses cost Oklahoma businesses and taxpayers more than $800 million in health care costs and lost workforce productivity. Just as high taxes and overregulation impede business recruitment and job growth, so too is poor health. To continue the Oklahoma economy’s for-ward momentum, we can and we must do bet-ter when it comes to the health of our citizens. To that end, the Oklahoma Health Depart-ment will continue its support of public health campaigns like “Shape Our Future” that focus on voluntary partnerships to promote healthy living, exercise and proper nutrition in our businesses, communities and schools. The reality is, however, that healthy life choices are just what they sound like: choices. To tackle the obesity endemic in Oklahoma and start reversing course, all of us will have to make good choices about our health and our wellness. Just as important, we will have to teach our children about the importance of exercise and good nutrition. It’s time for everyone in Oklahoma to take a minute to ask, “What can I do to be healthi-er?” And for those of us with children, now is the time to talk to our children about the im-portance of healthy life choices. Let’s work together to make Oklahoma a healthier and more prosperous state and to make ourselves healthier people. We owe it to ourselves and to our children.

“ Time to Get in Shape! The High Costs of Obesity and Unhealthy Living ” [ By Governor Mary Fallin ]


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special message from Lt. Governor todd Lamb

E ach Oklahoma family is unique. Whether it is size, traditions or hab-its, we are marked by our various

characteristics. As parents, we instill values and principles in our children we feel will benefit them down the road. Even the small-est impact we make on our children now will greatly affect them in the future. The habits we exemplify will reflect our priorities.

We should attempt to set good examples that have the potential to affect others as well as ourselves. As parents, Monica and I make it a priority to keep our family physically ac-tive. Our children are involved in sports and Monica and I run, bike and exercise to remain healthy. I have also coached our daughter’s soccer teams and our son’s football teams for years. This past spring the Lt. Governor’s staff participated in the Oklahoma City Me-morial Marathon. Training for the race re-sulted in building teamwork and developing good physical habits. It is important to remember that health and fitness affect more than just you. As we age and schedules get busy, it becomes more and more difficult to remain healthy and fit. But our children are eyewitnesses to our ac-tivity or lack of activity. Many times we focus on the detrimental effects of alcohol, tobacco and drugs on our children, and rightfully so. But too often we overlook the deadly effects obesity and inactivity can have on our chil-dren. The Oklahoma Fit Kids Coalition pro-vides some staggering statistics that should motivate every family. Throughout the Unit-ed States, one-third of children are over-weight or at risk of becoming overweight or

Stay YoungStay Healthy[ by Lt. Governor Todd Lamb ]

obese. Obesity is related to many of the dis-eases that cause early, preventable deaths, and most of our overweight and obese chil-dren will continue this lifestyle into adult-hood. Boys from the ages of 6 to 18 will de-crease their involvement in physical activity by 24 percent. Girls at the same age will de-crease their participation in physical activity by 36 percent. So much of what they do and

are involved in is a di-rect result of our pa-rental influence. Studies done by the University of Nevada show that ex-tracurricular activi-ties result in greater school attendance, better grades and

teamwork and leadership skills for our chil-dren, as well as the prevention of their partic-ipation in drugs and alcohol and problematic

behaviors. If we invest time in our children, encouraging them to stay active at such an impressionable age, our investment will be priceless for future generations. Make staying healthy a family affair. Sim-ple activities like going on a walk together, eating healthy dinners and encouraging one another can generate positive results. I per-sonally want to provide my children with a health model that will allow them to grow and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

“It is important to remember that health and fitness affect more than just you. ” - Lt. Governor Todd Lamb


Fiscal FitnessTips for Saving Money and still live within your Budget

For more information and savings tips visit: www.paynecountybank.com/savinghabit.Chris Petermann is a Vice President at Payne County Bank. Amy Petermann, an adjunct professor, taught Personal Finance at the University of Central Oklahoma. Payne County Bank 202 S. Main Perkins, OK 74059 405-547-2436

Saving Tip #2:Price per Unit = Price/Quantity

Buy a cheap calculator or use your smart phone calculator and use this equation when you go shopping. This will help you make better buying decisions at the store. Some stores have the unit price already on the grocery shelves along with the price, but you can use this for shampoo, diapers, Q-Tips or anything else where you have to decide between two sizes. This is a good equalizer when you are deciding between two brands! Keep in mind that bigger is not always a better deal. Ask yourself if you get the bigger size will you use it? If the answer is no, then you did not save money.

By Chris and Amy Petermann

In the last issue you changed your saving habit. Instead of waiting

until the end of the month, you are putting money into savings first, but can you do more?

When you think of budget busters, you think it is the

car payment or house payment that ruins the budgets. In reality, it is the everyday purchases that can get everyone in trouble. The reason for this is simple. Before you bought your vehicle, you researched. You negotiated the sales price of the car and not just the monthly payments. You called your insurance agent to find out the difference in price for coverage for the vehicle options. Hopefully, you looked into the operating costs of the vehicle, the cost of fuel, oil changes, etc. Then you made your purchase and

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knew what the consequences of the monthly costs would be on your budget. Do you think about what it means when you pull up to your favorite coffee shop and spend $5 on a cup of coffee? No, because it is $5; it is not a big deal.

Reality Check: Ok, let’s say you make the trip before work every day. In one week you are spending $25 for coffee. In a month the total is $100. If you take two weeks of vacation, the total amount spent in a year is $1,250! Still think the $5 cup has no consequences on your budget?

Pop drinkers or even bottle water drinkers are not off the hook either. Think about the cost of a drink from the vending machine. Average price is $1.50. You are paying a heavy price for that convenience, at times it is almost twice or three times as much if you bought it in bulk and carried it with you.

To see where your money is going, you will need to keep track of all your

purchases for a week or even a month. Write down the amount you spent and what it was, lunch, coffee, groceries, etc.

Do not forget your vending machine purchases. At the end of the period, add up what you are spending in each category. If you have never done this, this is a HUGE wake-up call. Now you have a better idea where you can save money!

Opportunity cost is simply what you give up when you make a decision. Keep these principals in mind when you make your decisions: 1) Spending now is present tense 2) Saving is for the future 3) Credit is borrowing against future earnings; that means you have no control over those earnings because you already spent the money. Going to the coffee shop or buying the drink in the vending machine, or eating out for lunch every day or buying on credit all have an opportunity cost. For the convenience, you are taking away from your future.

Life is about balance. Take the information that you gathered from tracking your purchases and cut back a few of the now decisions to put the money towards the future. You will need savings. We will go through another recession, the car will break down, you will have unexpected emergencies, you will want to retire, the kids will need braces and life will happen.


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From facelifts to body lifts, nose jobs to liposuction…a growing number of people are interested in improv-

ing their appearance. However, many spend more time choosing their wardrobe than they do researching their surgeon.

As a board-certified plastic surgeon and President of the Oklahoma Chapter of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, I can-not stress enough how important it is for peo-ple considering cosmetic surgery to do their homework first.

Competition is increasing for your cos-metic dollar and not all who advertise cos-metic procedures are created equal. The best price may not be the best way to determine who you will entrust with your appearance. Poor outcomes are difficult to correct even by the most skilled surgeons.

To help ensure that you get the best re-sults and proper care, there are key factors

you should consider when choosing a sur-geon. Here are a few of the most critical in my professional opinion:

Certification is essential. One of the most important criterions is mak-ing sure the surgeon has board certification in plastic surgery from the American Board of Medical Specialties. A surgeon who is cer-tified by this organization or the American Board of Plastic Surgery has graduated from an accredited medical school and completed at least five years of training as a surgical res-ident. This includes a minimum of five years of residency training in all areas of surgery, including two years devoted entirely to plas-tic surgery.

Check references. Ask friends or family for recommendations. Ask your primary-care physician for refer-ences. Check online databases such as the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and

Supervision to investigate whether any law-suits or disciplinary actions have been filed against the doctor. When you call the doctor’s office for the first time, is the staff friendly? Do they try to help you or do they treat you like a number? At your preliminary consulta-tion, make sure you feel like your surgeon is listening to you and you feel comfortable with him or her. Does the physician spend enough time with you? Is he or she truly listening to your concerns, going over any potential com-plications with you and really understanding what you hope to achieve with your surgery? If not, find someone else who does.

Ask for examples. Ask to speak to patients who have had the procedure you are considering. Ask your doc-tor about complications or problems that may arise. He or she should be willing to dis-cuss these and offer explanations on what will happen if there is a problem. Ask for be-fore and after photographs of previous pa-tients. The photographs should have a nice composition, be clear and show an easily comparable image.

Ask about hospital privileges. Ask your surgeon if he or she keeps privileg-es at local hospitals. I maintain privileges at two hospitals. This is important because it will allow your surgeon to treat you at the hospital should you have any complications. By doing your homework, asking key ques-tions and finding a physician with whom you feel comfortable, you can help ensure that you will get your best cosmetic results.

To learn more about a variety of plastic surgery topics and procedures, visit my web-site at www.plasticsurgeon-oklahoma.com

By Juan Brou, M.D.

What You Need to Know When Choosing a Plastic Surgeon

Juan Brou, M.D., is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Oklahoma City. A member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Brou is a skilled surgeon, specializing in a variety of cosmetic procedures from facelifts to full body lifts and more. He also offers non-surgical cosmetic procedures at the Medical Spa by Dr. Juan Brou, 5300 north grand Boulevard, Suite 205, Oklahoma City, 73122.



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In 2001, Sarah Cooper was diagnosed with breast cancer. It was a trying time for her, but she had the full support of her husband, Bruce, who was there for her every step of the way. With vigorous treatment, and great focus, Sarah overcame cancer, and went back to her life again. She went back to graduate school, went back to work, and went back to life on their ranch. It seemed like a happily ever after.

Then, just a few months shy of her 10th anniversary of diagno-sis, Sarah and Bruce got another shock. After a routine physical, this time it was Bruce who heard the three terrifying words: “You have cancer.”

So, 10 years and 2 days since their first visit to Cancer Treatment Centers of America, the Coopers returned, this time to find out what the hospital could do for Bruce. This wasn’t their first rodeo; the Coopers knew what to expect. A three to five day evaluation would include visits with Bruce’s medical oncologist, dietician, naturo-path, and specialty physicians like his radiation oncologist. At the end, he would have a treatment plan, and an idea of what was going to happen next.

But what Sarah did not expect was how different this expe-rience would be from her own diagnosis 10 years ago. They re-ceived the same attention and care they had come to expect from CTCA, but this time Sarah was the caregiver, helping lead Bruce to his appointments and supporting him in a time of need. She found that she was spending all her time focused on him, which is common for caregivers.

“On our first visit with Sarah, one of the counselors told Sarah she only needed focus on one thing – herself and her health,” said Bruce. “As the caregiver, he said I only had one thing to do as well – everything else.” In the fight against cancer, the focus is on getting

the patient well. Friends, family members and the patient’s medical providers focus their energy on what can be done to beat the cancer and give that person the best chance possible to a long, healthy life. In all this activity, the caregiver’s needs are sometimes forgotten or overlooked. November is National Family Caregivers Month, and a time to remember those who have dedicated their time and energy to helping a friend or family member during a hard fight with cancer or other prolonged diseases.

Both Bruce and Sarah have unique perspectives, because they’ve both been in each set of shoes, as the patient and the caregiver. They agree on one thing: being the caregiver is harder.

“Sometimes you don’t address your own emotions [as the care-giver] because there’s no one there encouraging you to do so,” said Sarah. During her time as a caregiver, Sarah said that although she appeared to be living a healthy lifestyle, she gained weight and saw her health suffer. When they returned home after the first visit to CTCA, she collapsed, emotionally. “Once you finish and finally let it out, it’s a 24-hour process.”

The couple agrees that one of the most difficult things about be-ing a caregiver is seeing your partner struggle. “It was so hard see-ing Sarah in pain, emotional pain, and not being able to do anything about it,” said Bruce. For Sarah, it was difficult to see Bruce, an ath-letic and active man, come up against physical limitations that frus-trated him.

Sarah and Bruce feel lucky to have come to Cancer Treatment Centers of America, where the Patient Empowered Care Model has simplified their lives and their appointments. “This is not only how healthcare should be, but how life should be,” said Bruce. The couple has treated their time at the hospital for Bruce’s treatment as a “ra-diation vacation.” They have tried their best to fill their days with fun and use everything CTCA has to offer, including massage, salon services and the fitness center.

The Caregiver Story

[ By Jennifer Tatum ]

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Using their own experience as a guide, Sarah and Bruce had a few pieces of advice to offer other caregivers as they embark upon a can-cer journey with a loved one:

1. Do not take it personally. Negative behavior by your loved one is not about you or because of you.

2. Take care of yourself. If you do not, you are not doing the patient any favors.

3. Speak up when you are not okay and let other people help you. Be a receiver.

4. Ask for help with the little things that stress you out – picking your dog up from the kennel, getting the trash to the curb, etc.

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Smart phones did not exist a few years ago. It is hard to

imagine what life would be without them. They make the complicated task of communication easier on so many levels, much more than “landlines” can do.

Such is the contribution to fitness and body sculpting that the VIP Machine Provides. One day, “VIP” may be like the iPhone is now, making workouts and abdominal crunches in the gym obsolete. This is the most efficient way to flatten and sculpt the belly.

What is VIP? VIP is a powerful family of body

treatments created in Italy that produces inch loss, weight loss and toning of targeted muscle groups. Several Miss Americas and Miss Oklahomas have used VIP for “Swimsuit” Physique competition. At BodyTrends, we have used this technology on 8 women who have won National Beauty Pageant titles or have been runner’s up. It uses electrical stimulation emitted through electrode pads placed on the body to produce muscle contraction over the particular area of concern. The amount, degree and extent of muscle contraction produced is much more than one can produce voluntarily in a gym doing abdominal crunches. The effect of doing a 25-minute session of VIP is analogous to doing about 1000 crunches or sit-ups in the same period of time, except there is no pain, no sweating and no fatigue. You lie on a table, reading a book, sleeping or making cell phone calls.

VIP stimulates the muscles to contract at maximum intensity without producing injury to muscle cells or soreness. Unlike traditional exercise, there is no significant “lactic acid” buildup that would make you sore for 2 days. The contractive power of VIP is sufficiently strong that it is not

unreasonable to see a loss of 2 inches in the first treatment session. This loss is due primarily to the removal of water and toxins in the tissue spaces outside of cells and channeling them into the lymphatic system and circulation for elimination by the body. With additional VIP treatments, spaced at 2-3 day intervals, “muscle memory” and toning develop. After about 10-treatment sessions, when the muscles get used to the VIP stimulation, they increase in size and metabolic activity. The increase in metabolic activity leads to more breakdown of fat in the area of accumulation and in other areas of the body. The result is a flatter belly with a more sculpted appearance and with better definition.

Is VIP Right for you?VIP is safe for almost everyone. It is

especially suited for people who are unable to exercise due to health problems, medical conditions, or for people who do not have the time to commit to the gym. It is not, however, a replacement for cardio. VIP sessions can be done on your lunch hour or on the way home from work. Certain conditions are not suitable for VIP. People with Pacemakers and heart rhythm abnormalities cannot undergo these treatments.

CostVIP treatments cost about $125 per

session, but are frequently less expensive when bought as part of a treatment package. The treatment package may include not only VIP but other body sculpting treatments, like laser skin-tightening (Accent XL) or laser fat melting (Zerona) for the best aesthetic result.

In short, just like your “Smart phone,” VIP is the “Smart Choice” for flattening your belly and improving your body. Try it! You may be able to give up your gym membership for good.

Dr. Harvey Jenkins is a Harvard-trained Orthopedist & Spine specialist, practicing in South Oklahoma City. He is a Wellness Blogger and is also Owner/Medical Director of BodyTrends, the ElectroSpa in OKC. For more info or questions contact Dr Jenkins at [email protected]

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Making your Belly Flat and your Gym Obsolete

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D eciding your family is complete can be a complex and even

difficult decision. Whether fi-nancial or emotional, the rea-sons a couple or individual has for preventing pregnancy vary widely. Although tradi-tionally many people decide on vasectomy or tubal steril-ization to prevent pregnancy

when they have completed their family, several alternative procedures (many are office-based) exist. Vasectomy is a permanent procedure per-formed on men by a urologist or a family phy-sician to prevent the exit of sperm. In this pro-cedure – most commonly performed in the office under local anesthetic – the physician makes one or two small incisions in the scro-tum and cuts the vas deferens (a small muscular tube that connects to a testicle and transports sperm outwards) and then the two ends are tied, stitched, or sealed. Alternatives to traditional vasectomy include a “no-scalpel” vasectomy and Vasclip implant procedure. After vasectomy, minor swelling or pain is to be expected for several days; however most men can return to work in one or two days. Al-though a vasectomy is considered permanent, a couple must use backup contraception for up to two months. A man should have a “sperm count” or semen analysis performed before a couple discontinues backup contraception. Nonetheless, vasectomy is one of the most ef-fective methods to prevent pregnancy with a failure of rate of 1 to 2 out of 1000. Tubal sterilization (commonly known as “tube tying”) is a common form of permanent birth control performed by an Obstetrician-Gy-

necologist. Tubal sterilization performed im-mediately around the time of delivery of your child is referred to as “post-partum tubal liga-tion”. This procedure is performed in the oper-ating room under epidural or spinal anesthesia, and involves a small one inch incision under-neath the navel. (If a woman is delivered by Ce-sarean section, no additional incisions are re-quired.) Once the incision is made, the tubes are identified and a tubal section is most often tied and then removed; alternatively, small clips may be placed. Tubal sterilization is instantaneous and backup contraception is not routinely rec-ommended. In addition, tubal sterilization at the time of delivery is highly effective with a failure rate (i.e., possibility of future pregnan-cy) of 1.2 to 1.8 in 1000. If a woman is unsure of her future child-bearing plans at the time of childbirth, tubal sterilization can be performed at any time after she has recovered from delivery. This procedure known as “interval tubal” is performed in the operating room with the use of cameras, gen-eral anesthesia, and two to three half- inch incisions. The tubes are identified, and may be burned, cut, partially removed, or have clips applied. Failure rates are a bit higher de-pending on the method used, varying from 5.8 to 31.9 in 1000. Newer methods for tubal sterilization now available allow for the procedure to be carried out in the office resulting in quicker recovery time, increased patient convenience, and decreased exposure to anesthesia. In hysteroscopic tubal sterilization, a woman is brought into the gynecologist’s office and normally given a light pain medication or sedative. Local anesthesia is injected into the uterine cervix and a small camera guided into the uterus; small metal coils or silicone implants are then placed into the

tubes. The tubes then scar down and a follow up X-ray known as a hysterosalpingogram (HSG) is done 3 months later to ensure the tubes are closed. Recovery time is minimal as there are no incisions made. Hysteroscopic tubal sterilization – now commercially available in two forms, Essure and Adiana – is highly effective with Essure being perhaps the most effective form of permanent contraception with a failure rate of 1 in 1000. A non-surgical alternative to permanent contraception includes the levonorgestrel releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS, commonly known by the brand name the Mirena IUD) and the Cooper T IUD (ParaGard). These small implants can be placed by a gynecologist or some family practice physicians inside the uterus during a pelvic exam. The Mirena IUD is a hormone coated implant that sits inside the uterus that not only prevents pregnancy but may also help with heavy or painful periods; it last for five years and has a failure rate of only 1 in 1000. The ParaGard is similar but does not contain hormones, lasts for 10 years, and failure rate is about 6 in 1000. The advantages of both IUDs include being office based procedures, no need for anesthesia, no recovery time, instantaneous onset of action, and may be reversed easily.

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P robably the most common ques-tion about varicose

veins is about cost of treat-ment. With the increased popularity of cosmetic sur-gery, many patients are un-der the misguided assump-tion that all varicose veins

are treated as an elective procedure. While insurance coverage for varicose vein treat-ment varies depending on your insurance provider and your particular policy, most are geared toward the medical treatment of those pesky, blue, swollen veins. In general, most insurance providers will divide vein treatments into two categories:

• Cosmetic Procedures• Medically Necessary Procedures

Cosmetic procedures are those per-formed purely for aesthetic improvement and usually are not covered by insurance providers. These veins are usually tiny and are seen as small “spider” type veins. Treat-ments for small, non-symptomatic spider veins are not considered medically neces-sary and patients usually pay out of pocket to have them treated. It is a different story for the larger veins that are symptomatic (pain, aching, burning, itching, heaviness and swelling). Treatment for these veins will usually be considered medically necessary and will be covered by insurance providers. Individual insurance carriers set their criteria for knowing when a varicose vein has advanced to the stage where it should be treated. Here are a few points to consider:

• Lifestyle Disruption: Do the symptoms in your legs affect any daily activities such as not being able to shop, doing yard work, using stairs, running after children, etc. without having to rest? Do

you find that standing for long periods makes your legs ache?

• Failure of Conservative Measures: Conservative measures include the use of compression stockings, leg elevation, weight loss, exercise and over the counter pain relievers that have failed to provide satisfactory relief over a specific period.

• Vein Size: Your vein size has to be greater than specific size (set by your insurance provider). An ultrasound measurement can provide many details that your insurance company is looking for in order to approve a claim.

• Complications: Complications, such as phlebitis (inflammation of the vein), bleeding veins, leg swelling and leg ulceration make it more likely that an insurance company will consider treatment medically necessary.

Why Is October the Prime Month To Start Varicose Vein Care? Most insurance companies want us to show that we have tried other conservative treatments (such as compression hose) be-fore we schedule a procedure. That means we might have to allow several months be-fore we actually get to perform an hour-long laser treatment to get rid of the vein. Octo-

ber is one of our busiest months to see pa-tients who are trying to get their procedure squeezed in before the end of the year to meet their deductibles. Obviously, for that same reason, November and December are the two busiest months for Laser Varicose Vein Treatment. The most important key to minimizing the out of pocket cost of your procedure is understanding your insurance carrier’s evaluation criteria and treatment. As a var-icose vein specialist, our job is to work with your insurance company to make certain that we meet their needs while giving you the best level of care. Free treatment? Well, there is not much left in life that is absolutely free, but it isn’t too much to ask of your vein specialist to see you for a free, no obligation consultation to give you an idea of what you should expect. A free visual inspection of the varicose vein by a qualified specialist will give you the heads-up on your treatment options. Dominic Pedulla MD is a triple board certified cardiologist specializing in vari-cose veins. His office offers no obligation, free consultations for people interested in having their veins evaluated. Call his office today at (405) 947-2228 or visit the web-site at www.NoVeinOK.com

FREE Varicose Vein Removal? It’s Time To Check It Out.

By Dominic M. Pedulla MD, FACC

Dominic Pedulla MD is a board certified cardiologist specializing in varicose veins. His office offers no obligation, free consultations for people interested in having their veins evaluated. Call his office today at (405) 947-2228.


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Stillwater is the home to a new museum geared especially for children.

The museum is not a typical museum with artifacts on display, it is a museum for parents to take their children and allow them to interact with exhibits relating to science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

After 10 years of organizing, planning and fundraising the museum will open its doors to the public on Oct.15. Fourteen exhibit areas will allow children to feed their imagination, interact with others, learn new concepts and have fun at the same time.

Parents will find the museum a great place to bring the children and let them exercise the mind and body and have fun. The museum has something for everyone including an area for babies and toddlers.

“Family focused, spontaneous, easily affordable, educational entertainment is what we are providing here at the museum,” said Ruth Cavins, the museum’s director.

A glimpse at few of the exhibits

Visitors to the museum will find exhibits related to physics in the physics fairway, which was built by the architecture students from Oklahoma State University. Children can have fun with the golf ball racers send the golf balls through different routes and learning how physics takes the ball to its destination. A hands-on exhibit with pulleys and various pieces that can be changed out will cause the golf ball to take various routes to get back home. It’s a new twist on the game Plinko!

Another fascinating exhibit is A-Mazing Airways. A-Mazing Airways is a giant wall-mounted 6 inch pneumatic tube system that allows the children to insert various sized balls and scarves into the tube system and manipulate their speed and where they go.

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The fun and laughter is just beginning when the balls and scarves shoot out of the tubes.

The Kameoka Kids exhibit was developed in partnership with the Stillwater Sister Cities Council. The exhibit features a Mt. Fuji play space that is a climbing structure and has tunnels underneath. Also included is a traditional Japanese home where children will remove their shoes to enter. Activities inside the home will include dress up, learning to use chopsticks at a low table, playing with Japanese toys, and reading books about Japan, crafts such as Origami, storytelling and much more.

The Discovery Diner is sponsored by Oklahoma ESPCoR. Oklahoma ESPCoR is a program funded by the National Science Foundation, and promotes exploration and growth in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

“This is the place where we will bring in scientists, professors researchers from OSU and other entities to come talk about what they are doing. They will have hands on demonstrations and manipulatives to explain their concepts to children,” Cavins said.

When there is not a scientist there doing demonstrations, there will be manipulatives for the children to work with.

The museum design is different from most museums, there are no walls separating one activity or concept from another. The idea came from a program the museum has been working with for 5-6 years now, called “The museum without walls.”

The museum without walls program travels throughout Payne County and the surrounding areas to the elementary schools, preschools, and child care centers.

“We have kits that fit in the car and we drive to the schools and spend an hour or two in

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M any chiroprac-tors use soft tissue therapy

in addition to the chiro-practic adjustment to im-prove patient health. Soft tissue therapy can boost the immune system, relieve chronic muscle and joint

pain, reduce stress, and promote circula-tion. In addition, it detoxifies the body by moving waste through the lymphatic sys-tem, improves muscle tone and promotes healing and restores the body to its natural and relaxed state. Conditions such as head-aches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems and tennis elbow are just a few that can be resolved. There are many types of soft tissue treatments. These include Myofascial Release, Active Release Technique®, and Graston Technique®.

Myofascial Release is a safe and effec-tive hands-on technique that involves ap-

plying gentle sustained pressure into the myofascial connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion. Myofas-cial Release is used to equalize muscle ten-sion throughout the body. Unequal muscle tension can compress nerves and muscles causing pain. Progress is measured by a de-crease in the patient's pain and by an im-provement in overall posture.

Active Release Technique®, (ART®) is a patented, state- of- the-art soft tissue sys-tem/movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. ART® provid-ers use his or her hands to evaluate the tex-ture, tightness and movement of muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments and nerves. Ab-normal tissues are treated by combining precisely directed tension with specific patient movements.

Graston Technique® is an innovative, patented form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to effectively break down scar tissue and

fascial restrictions. The technique utilizes specially designed stainless steel instru-ments to specifically detect and effectively treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis or chronic inflammation.

Patients are bound to develop trigger points, adhesion, scar tissue, and other neg-ative things in your muscles. When ignored, these things build up over time and can cause pain. Finding a health care provider that utilizes Myofascial Release, Active Re-lease Technique®, or Graston Technique®, can improve flexibility, increase muscle quality, and help prevent further injuries, improving the overall quality of life.

You can find a provider at: http://www.activerelease.com/ or http://www.grastontechnique.com/

By Dr. Dawn Hacker

Soft Tissue Therapies, Another Tool In Chiropractic Care

Dawn Hacker, B.S.,D.C.,CCSP, CKTP Dr. Dawn's Chiropractic 208 W Oklahoma Ave. Guthrie, OK 73044 405-282-8585 www.drdawnchiropractic.com

A cupuncture has a long history of treating a variety of respi-ratory conditions from seasonal allergies and asthma, colds and flu to more serious conditions like COPD. If you suf-

fer through this time of year with respiratory problems, acupuncture should be a treatment program to consider.

I love the fact that acupuncture is a complimentary medicine! That means that you can use it with practically any other course of treat-ments you use. If you are taking a product for sinus congestion, or for shortness of breath you can integrate acupuncture into your regimen. As you receive treatment your symptoms may be partially or com-pletely eliminated, possibly reducing or eliminating some medications that you take. In some instances acupuncture can increase the effec-tiveness of your medications so you suffer fewer side effects or receive complete relief. There have been many studies about what acupuncture does in re-gard to various respiratory problems; and although we still don’t know the extent of how acupuncture works, we know it does. Acupuncture is beneficial to breathing. It reduces inflammation in the airways and enhances the exchange of air in the lungs. It does not matter whether you have chronic shortness of breath, the common cold, or allergies to mold, it can help you breathe better. If I could impart one important attribute about the effects of acupuncture, it is that it supports and enhances your immune sys-tem. Many medications work just the opposite. Especially steroi-dal medications used for breathing problems because they suppress your immune system. Whether you are seeking support for respiratory problems or other chronic health concerns, acupuncture may be the key to better breathing and better overall health.

Do You Have Breathing Problems?

Mark Triplett, MSOM, has a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine and has been practicing Oriental Medicine for over 8 years. Questions? comments? He can be reached at 405-514-0478 or by his website http://www.triplettacupuncture.com

By Mark Triplett, M.S.O.M.

Acupuncture offers three primary benefits for respiratory disorders.

It is complimentary and can be used with any other medicines or maintenance programs you are already using.

It treats symptoms effectively.

It supports your immune system.

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Y ou are a serious athlete…You have done it all: the best equipment, attended sports camps, received the best coaching, and put in countless hours of practice. You are one of the best on the team, but you know you could be better. You need

something to give you that extra competitive edge. Optometric Sports Vision Training just might be the answer for you if you are serious about maximizing your untapped ath-letic potential.

What is Optometric Sports Vision Training? The goal of sports vision training is to make you the best athlete that you can be in your chosen sport. Every decision an athlete makes on the field begins with the eyes. An ath-

lete needs more than talent, strength, and passion to compete. What differentiates the best athletes from the average athletes? They “see” the playing field better! Sports vision training improves how you see the game, and how you see the game affects how you play the game. Having 20/20 vision is only one important factor involved in attaining maximum visual performance. Just as you train to maximize your aerobic capacity, muscle response and muscle strength, your vision skills can be trained to higher levels of performance. Every sport has its own unique visual demands. Sports vision training works on improving the visual abilities of an athlete, which are most necessary for excellence in their sport. Some of these abilities include:

Gain a Competitive Advantage with Sports Vision Training

By Dr. Ralph A. Latimer, OD, FCOVD

Ralph A. Latimer, OD, FCOVD • Dr. Latimer is a Board Certified optometric physician and a Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development. He is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Oklahoma Association of Optometric Physicians. He also serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Clinical Optometry for the Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry and has been in private practice in Oklahoma City for 11 years. Latimer Vision Center • 8800 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73159 • Bus: 405.684.9448 • Fax: 405.684.9447 • www.LatimervisionCenter.com

• Dynamic Visual Acuity: The ability to see objects clearly while in motion.

• Visual Tracking: The ability to track a moving object smoothly and accurately at any speed. "Keeping your eyes on the ball."

• Visual Reaction Time: The time neces-sary for your eyes to see and react to vi-sual information.

• Eye-Hand Reaction Time: The ability to efficiently coordinate the eyes and hands.

• Eye-Foot Coordination: The ability to effectively anticipate position of a low rolling ball.

• Contrast Sensitivity: The visual ability to see objects that may not be outlined clearly or that do not stand out from their background.

• Peripheral Awareness: Keeping your eye on the ball and simultaneously being aware of other players and the court or field.

• Depth Perception: The ability to quickly and accurately evaluate the distance be-tween you, the ball, teammates, opponents, boundary lines and other critical targets.

• Eye + Body Balance + Coordination: The ability to keep your eye on the ball with vary-ing body position and balance demands.

• Focusing Flexibility: the ability to quickly shift focus from one distance to another.

• Peripheral Vision: the ability to be aware of what is going on around you while you are concentrating on an object in front of you.

• Visualization: the ability to "picture in your mind" how a properly executed movement will look and feel.

Weaknesses in any of these skills will likely cause an athlete to be under-performing. An optometrist with expertise in sports vision can assess your unique visual system, recommend the proper eyeglasses or contact lenses, and develop a Sports Vision Training program to take your game to the next level.

Who Benefits from Sports Vision Training?From pee-wees to pro, any athlete that is serious about improving their game ben-efits from sports vision training. What-ever your age, sport, or competitive lev-el, sports vision training will enable you to outplay less visually-fit athletes. For those athletes who have difficulties with these vision skills, sports vision train-ing can help "level the playing field." For those with good vision skills, sports vi-sion training enhancement can provide that "extra edge" needed to separate you from your peers and the competition.

Please visit :www.okcsportsvisiontraining.com to learn more about how sports vision training can help you reach your maximum potential.

“ I believe that sports vision training with Dr. Latimer and his staff will help any level athlete compete at their highest ability. My only regret is that I discovered sports vision training after my playing career and was unable to utilize the training I have received on the football field. I have no doubt it would have changed how I competed and viewed the game!” -Sam Mayes

Sam Mayes, Right Guard for Oklahoma State University (2001-2004), two time All-Big 12, and All American with Dr. Ralph Latimer at the EDGE Sports Vision Training center in Oklahoma City.

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Fitness

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Incorporating children into Your Exercise RoutineIf you have young children, you may find it challenging to set an exercise routine and stick to it. You cannot leave the house with-out them and if you do not have a sitter to watch your children or you try exercising at home, they run underfoot, begging for your attention. If this sounds like you, here are some ideas on how to incorporate your children into your daily exercises. After all, what better way is there to spend time with your children than teaching them the impor-tance of good health?

On the Outside When the weather permits, there are great ways to exercise with your chil-dren outdoors. The most convenient might be to take a walk or run out-side. For parents with tod-dlers, grab the stroller and head around the block a few times. Some strollers are made for running and chil-

dren love to feel the breeze and see the scen-ery fly by. If you have an infant, they usually love to be outdoors. You can keep them close in a baby carrier or sling while you go walk-ing or hiking on a nearby trail. Another great outdoor activity to do to-gether is bike riding. This is something you can do with children young or old. With young children, a wonderful piece of equip-ment for any family is a bike trailer. You can ride your bike at any speed and your chil-dren sit in the trailer enjoying the breeze. If your children are old enough, you can each ride a bike, and develope your child's confi-

dence and well-being at the same time.

The best exercise is child's play! During the hot summer months, if you have access to a swimming pool, take advan-tage! Water gives you a great opportunity for exercise. Swimming is great exercise for all shapes and sizes. If you do not like to swim, chasing your children around the water or walking in shallow water is better than not exercising at all. If you have older children, take a trip to the neighborhood park for a game of basketball or tennis. Or get a group of children and par-ents together and play a round or two of soc-cer or football. Besides being great exercise, these activities create great memories and bonding experiences for everyone involved.

Bring the workout insideWhen the weather is cold or rainy, you should not count exercise out. Instead, go to the gym for some complimentary babysitting while you workout or try the following at home:

• DancingOne thing both children and parents enjoy together is dancing.

Turn up your favorite dance tunes and get moving! Enjoy yourself and let loose, and do not worry about looking silly, because no one is

watching! If you cannot dance, then just do some repetitive aerobic moves in rythmn with the music.

• LiftingIf you have toddlers, a great strength-building exercise is lifting. Lift your child in the air as many times as you can. They love it and your body will "thank you" with each lift. Then get on your back on the floor and place your child on your legs and lift your legs as high as you can. Repeat these moves a few times and you'll start to feel the burn.

• VideosThese days you can buy workout videos for you and your children to do to-gether. What kid does not like watching a movie? Now you can get them off the sofa and start moving to the workout together.

• PlayingAn entertaining new workout for all ages is using the wii video games to get

moving. With the WiiTm system, you can play all kinds of sports, from ten-nis to baseball to bowling, in the comfort of your living room.

With these exercise ideas, your children are no longer a good excuse to not workout. Now that your excuses are gone, how will you get fit?

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G overnor Mary Fallin proclaimed September as Childhood Obesity Awareness Month and pub-lished a statewide column concerning the

epidemic that is plaguing young Oklahomans. Since this proclamation, the OK Fit Kids Coalition has intensified its energy and focus to fight this epidemic through policy and advocacy work.

At a recent meeting of the Fit Kids Leadership Council, a legislative agenda was adapted to focus on particular policy areas that will not only reduce the prevalence of childhood obesity, but also other chronic diseases that arise from it.

According to the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, an obese child is more likely than a child of average weight to become an obese adult and is consequently at higher risk of falling victim to associated diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and various types of cancer.

A report released in July, by the Trust for America’s Health titled “F as in Fat” linked the rise in obesity to the rise in diabetes rates. The obesity rate in Oklahoma has doubled in the past fifteen years, so has the rate of diabetes. In 1995, the rate of diabetes in Oklahoma was at 3.8 percent; that figure is now 10.5 percent.

Being in good health is of great value and our poor health is costing tax-payers millions of dollars at the state level and billions at the national level.

The Coalition’s areas of priority are for comprehensive commonsense ideas that move us toward a healthier generation of Oklahomans by helping create a culture of wellness in our state. The specific policy areas include:

• Shared-use Legislation that will encourage schools to open their facili-ties at night and on weekends so Oklahomans can become more physi-cally active where they live.

• Comprehensive Health Education Legislation that would arm Oklaho-ma middle school students with information to make healthier lifestyle choices and encourage personal responsibility when it comes to their health.

• Encouraging local rights for smoke-free laws.

• Joining a coalition of organizations and associations across the state to encourage the Legislature to adopt a statewide health care exchange so more Oklahomans have access to healthcare insurance.

• Legislation that will create greater access to fresh food and encourage private sector investment to address food deserts and support and the highly successful Farm to School initiative.

• Address mobility problems in communities, such as creating more walking trails, green space and sidewalks.

If we address these problems through policy and advocacy at the state and local level we have healthier schools, healthier communities and healthier families. More important, addressing these policy areas will reduce the prevalence of obesity among our citizens, in turn ad-dressing the rising rates of type II diabetes, and various types of can-cer, all of which have been linked to the obesity epidemic.

Fighting together to create a healthier Oklahoma will ensure a brighter future for all our citizens, including our greatest natural re-source- our children.

3909 N. Classen Blvd., Suite 101 Oklahoma City, OK 73118405.236.5437 www.fitkidsok.org

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the classroom interacting with the children with the “play to learn” concept. We have served almost 17,000 children in the past 5 years with our museum without walls program,” said Cavins.

“The program is aligned with the priority academic student skills that are required to be taught in the classrooms so it fits or works for the teachers.”

The program is free of charge. For more information on bring the museum to the classroom, please call the museum.

The museum hours are Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. -5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays 1-5 pm. Space is available for birthday

parties, call the museum and ask for details. Admission is $6.For more information on the WONDERtorium, or the “Museum without walls” program, visit www.okwondertorium.org

or call 405-533-3333.

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How Much Do You Know

About the Disease?[ by Cathie Cordis ]

B reast cancer is one of the most com-mon types of cancer among women in the United States. Each year, more

than 192,000 women in our country are diag-nosed with the disease as are about 2,000 men. “Unfortunately, there is no way of guar-anteeing that a person won’t develop breast cancer, but there are steps that can be taken to reduce risk,” says Laurie Orme, M.D. of Logan Medical Center. “As with many health issues, education can be key, if you learn to recognize the symptoms of breast cancer and take steps to minimize your risk, you’re off to a strong start.” What Are the Symptoms of Breast Cancer?

In its early stages, breast cancer often has no symptoms. However, as a tumor develops, the following symptoms may be present:o A lump in the breast or underarm that per-

sists after your menstrual cycle o Swelling in the armpito A marble-like area under the skin o Persistent pain or tenderness in the breast o A noticeable flattening or indentation on

the breast, which may indicate a tumor that cannot be seen or felt

o Any change in the size, contour, texture or temperature of the breast

o A change in the nipple, such as an indrawn or dimpled look, itching or burning sensa-tion, or ulceration

o Unusual discharge from the nipple o An area that is distinctly different from any

other area on either breast

It is important that any new mass, lump or breast change be checked by a healthcare pro-fessional with experience in diagnosing breast diseases. Please talk to your doctor if you see or feel anything unusual.

Who Is at Risk of Developing Breast Cancer?o Women with a history of breast cancer have

a 3- to 4-fold increased risk of developing a new breast cancer, unrelated to the first, in the other breast or in another part of the same breast.

o Women with a family history of breast cancer. Having a mother, sister or daughter who has (or has had) breast cancer increases your risk for developing the disease. The risk is even greater if your relative developed breast can-cer before menopause and had cancer in both breasts.

o Women over age 50. About 77 percent of women diagnosed with breast cancer each year are over age 50, and almost half are age 65 and older.

o Carriers of alterations in either of two fa-milial breast cancer genes called BRCA1 or BRCA2. Women with an inherited altera-tion in either of these genes have up to an 80 percent chance of developing breast cancer in their lifetime.

o Women with a previous breast biopsy result of atypical hyperplasia, or those with a previous abnormal breast biopsy indicating fibro-adenomas with complex features, hyperplasia without atypia, sclerosing adenosis and solitary papilloma.

o Caucasian women are at a slightly higher risk of developing breast cancer than are African-American, Asian, Hispanic and Native Amer-ican women.

o Women who have their first child after age 35 or never have children.

o Women who started menstruating before age 12.

o Women who begin menopause after age 55. o Overweight women, with excess caloric and

fat intake (especially post-menopause). o Women who have 2 to 5 alcoholic beverages a

day are 1.5 times more likely to develop breast cancer than women who drink no alcohol.

o Those exposed to too radiation, especially before age 30.

o Women who use Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) for an extended period. (Risk seems to return to that of the general population after discontinuing use for five years or more.)

o Those with other cancer in the family. A fami-ly history of cancer of the ovaries, cervix, uter-us or colon increases your risk of developing breast cancer.

It is important to understand that having a risk factor, or even several, does not mean that you will get the disease.

What Steps Can Be Taken to Prevent Breast Cancer?

“While you can’t control certain breast can-cer risk factors, such as age and genetic make-up, a healthy lifestyle – i.e. doing more of what’s good for your body and less of what’s bad – can prove powerful in preventing breast cancer,” says Orme.

“It’s important to eat right, maintain a healthy weight, stay physically active and limit alcohol consumption,” she says. “And be vigilant about early detection of breast cancer. Do a monthly breast self-exam and if you notice any breast changes, make an appointment to see your doc-tor for evaluation. Making sure you get your an-nual mammogram, as appropriate, is critical, too.”

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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W hen you look into the eyes of a new baby, what do you see? Do you see innocence and trust looking back at you? Now look

into the eyes of a cat, dog or any of God’s beautiful creatures. Can you see the trust, innocence, the need for love, understanding and care? It is unfortunate that people take their “pets” for granted.

Did you ever stop and think that our pets would give up their lives to protect us, their family members?

Animals have feelings. They feel love, pain, joy, sadness and even your pain. This past week I spent some time at the Humane Society. It was a heart-breaking experience. I have my own rescue program and learned that I knew a fraction of the plight that many animals face today. The numbers of animals in the shelter are staggering. As caretakers of this beautiful world, it is our duty, through our compassion to help these wonderful creatures. People have the ability to choose. Animals are victims of the environment that we, as caretakers, put them in.

Unwanted pets need our help. You can have your pets spayed or neutered, to help control the pet population. If you find strays, care for them as if they were your own. Place advertisements in places like Craigslist, newspapers, and notice boards if you cannot keep the ani-mal. Our animal shelters are working hard to place animals in homes,

but the numbers of animals that are euthanized because they can-not find a home are staggering. Together WE can help these beautiful creatures live happy, lives filled with joy and love.

Our furry friends need your help. For more information on adopting a pet contact

the Oklahoma Humane Society at 405.286.1229 ext. 4 or visit http://www.okhumane.org.

Yours in Health, Dr. Steve.

Our furry four-legged friends need help

Dr. Steve Johnston 4200 perimeter Center Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 637-8586 www.drstevejohnston.vpweb.com


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T here’s something to be said about gathering friends and family around the table for a traditional holiday dinner. Familiar faces, good conversation, favorite foods — it’s a

classic recipe for a good time.What if you could take some of those favorite recipes and make them even better? These

recipes use a simple ingredient to enhance the holiday flavors your family loves. Each one uses a touch of Better Than Bouillon food base, adding richer, more natural flavor than bouillon cubes, which are salt-heavy. Each flavor is made from real meat, seafood or vegetables and can be used in a variety of delicious ways:

•To make richer soups, sauces and gravies.

•As savory additions to pasta, potato or vegetable side dishes.

•In flavorful party dips for veggies, chips or bread.

It’s easy to make an impressive holiday feast with these delicious

One simple trick can add a lot of great flavor

Holiday Glazed Ham Serves 10 to 12

1/3 cup reduced fat raspberry

vinaigrette salad dressing 1 cup firmly packed dark

brown sugar 2 teaspoons Better Than

Bouillon Vegetable Base 2 teaspoons Better Than

Bouillon Chili Base 1 7 to 10-pound thawed,

smoked, bone-in, spiral sliced, fully cooked ham

1/2 cup water

Cream of Mushroom

Soup Serves 6 1/4 cup butter 1 16-ounce package button mushrooms,

rinsed, stems trimmed and sliced 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion (1 small onion) 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon dried tarragon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon white pepper 2 teaspoons Better Than Bouillon Organic

Mushroom Base 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon Organic

Chicken Base 4 cups water

2 cups heavy cream Salt and pepper to tasteIn soup pot, melt butter over medium-high heat.Add mushrooms and onion; cook and stir until liquid evaporates, about 15 to 20 minutes. Add flour, dry seasonings, mushroom and chicken bases; stir to combine.Add water and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.Remove soup from heat and puree with a hand held immersion blender, or in batches in the blender. Return blended soup to medium-low heat and add cream. Cook and stir until soup is thoroughly heated, about 5 to 8 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Hearty Cheddar Broccoli SoupServes 6 to 8

1 11-ounce package Shore Lunch Cheddar Broccoli Soup Mix

1 pound ready-to-eat ham steak, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

(about 2 cups)

1 14.75-ounce can creamed corn 1 6-ounce container French fried

onion rings

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Delicious Twice-Baked Potatoes Serves 6 to 8 6 medium russet potatoes (about 2 pounds)

2 teaspoons vegetable oil (for potato skins)

2 teaspoons Better Than Bouillon Ham Base

1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) butter cut into pieces, set aside

1 1/2 cups shredded Colby-Jack cheese

1 green onion rinsed and thinly sliced, set aside

1/4 cup whole milk

1 tablespoon dried parsley

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/3 cup pre-grated Parmesan cheese

Spray 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish with cooking spray, set aside.Scrub and pat dry potatoes; prick potatoes with fork 2 to 3 times per side. Lightly oil skins with vegetable oil; place potatoes on a microwave safe dish. Microwave accord-ing to microwave directions.

Remove hot potatoes from microwave when done, set aside for 5 minutes to cool. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise with a serrated knife. Fold a sheet of paper towel to hold hot potato half, use a spoon to scoop out potato flesh into a large mixing bowl, leaving about a 1/4-inch-thick shell. Place skins in prepared dish, set aside.

Add ham base and butter to mixing bowl with potatoes; beat with electric mixer on medium for about 1 minute. Add cheese, onion, milk, parsley, garlic powder and pep-per; beat just until blended. Be careful not to over-beat potatoes.

Evenly spoon potato mixture into skins; shake pre-grated Parmesan cheese over tops. Warm potatoes in microwave or place in a 350°F oven and heat through. To brown tops, place warmed potatoes under broiler for 2 to 3 minutes.

Twice baked potatoes can be made a day ahead. Stuff the potatoes, then cover and re-frigerate them; then, on serving day, warm as instructed above.

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Preheat oven to 350°F. In large saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk

to combine vinaigrette, brown sugar, vegetable and chili bases. Whisk continuously until glaze begins to boil. Remove from heat; reheat glaze if needed.

Coat large rack and roasting pan with cooking

spray. Place ham on prepared rack in roasting pan, add water to pan bottom. Generously brush ham with glaze. Lightly cover ham with foil if ham starts to over brown. Bake until done, about 2 hours.

Use remaining glaze to baste ham every 30 min-

utes; discard left over glaze.

An additional glaze recipe may be prepared and served warm tableside, to accompany sliced ham.

Sautéed Green Beans Serves 6 to 8 2 tablespoons

vegetable oil 2 tablespoons Better

Than Bouillon Chili Base

2 large garlic cloves, peeled and minced

2 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 pounds frozen whole

green beans 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

(optional) Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Heat oil in a large skillet, heat over medium-high heat. Add chili base, garlic and salt; cook and stir for about 1 minute.

Reduce heat to medium, add butter and stir until melted. Add green beans, stir to coat and sauté until crisp-tender.

Garnish with freshly shaved Parmesan cheese. for a truely unique flavor.

In soup pot, bring 8 cups of water to a rolling boil.Whisk in soup mix, ham and creamed corn. Bring back to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until done, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.Serve generously topped with French fried onion rings.Serve with freshly baked cornbread muffins and home-made potato salad.

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Phantasmic Party ThemesSet the mood with a theme for your party, then carry it out with invitations, decorations, food and fun. Upscale Gothic — Think stylish haunted

mansion, dripping with vintage looking black and white décor. Create an eerily elegant centerpiece by spray painting interesting branches black and securing them in an old silver vase or pitcher so they look like a tree in a planter. Then hang cut-out ravens and owls from the branches.

Monster Mash — Go old-school by celebrating the old monster movies from days gone by. Have Dracula and werewolf movies playing on the TV, or project them onto a wall or a sheet in the back yard. Use fake cobwebs and mummy gauze to dress tables and chairs, and freeze plastic body parts into ice cubes for some truly chilling drinks.

A Haunted Twist — You can put a good fright into just about any fun theme. How about a haunted luau? Or a haunted hoedown, carnival or cruise? Start with the usual décor, then give it a good scare with fake blood, grossed-out goodies and weird little touches.

Frightful Fun Have guests bring their own carved jack-

o-lanterns to enter in a contest. They can be carved any way guests like, or you can specify that carvings should be related to your theme. Let everyone vote, then give the winners a fun prize.

Good old-fashioned costume contests don’t ever go out of style. In addition to Best Costume awards, give out prizes for Best Undead Bride or Most Likely to End Up in a Bad Horror Movie.

Devilishly Good DiningKeep party food simple to make and easy to eat. These recipes are alarmingly easy and will have your guests howling for more. You can scare up more recipes at www.underwoodspreads.com.

Cast a Good SpellHelp others in your community by hosting a food drive as part of your Halloween party. Invite guests to bring canned food, such as Underwood Meat Spreads, as well as non-perishable dry grocery items. Collect donations in a party-themed recep tacle, then donate them to a local food bank. Find a food bank near you at www.FeedingAmerica.org.

This Halloween, don’t let the kids have all the fun — scare up your own good time with a Halloween party for

grown up guys and ghouls.

From upper left: Chicken Pastelitos, Devil’s Dip, Great Balls of Fire and Curry Chicken Stars

Devil’s Dip 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 can (4.25 ounces) Underwood

Deviled Ham Spread 1 cup green onions, chopped 1/4 cup pimiento, finely chopped 1 teaspoon Trappey’s

Red Devil Hot SauceIn a small bowl, mix cream cheese, ham spread, green onions, pimientos and hot pepper sauce. Chill, covered for about 30 minutes. Serve with crackers, chips or vegetables.

Great Balls of Fire 1 cup (4 ounces)

cheddar cheese, shredded 3 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 can (4.25 ounces)

Underwood Deviled Ham Spread 2 tablespoons green onions,

finely chopped 3 tablespoons green chili

peppers, chopped 1/3 cup walnuts, chopped

In small bowl, combine cheddar cheese, cream cheese, ham spread, onions and chilies; mix well. Shape mix ture into a ball. Roll in chopped nuts. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrig-erate 2 hours. Let stand at room tempera ture 30 minutes to soften slightly before serving. Serve with crackers.

Chicken Pastelitos 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 chopped onion 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped 1 celery stalk, chopped 2 cans (4.25 ounces each) Underwood Chicken Spread 2 tablespoons raisins 2 tablespoons B&G Spanish-style Salad Olives, drained and chopped 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon Trappey’s Red Devil Cayenne Pepper Sauce 1/4 teaspoon oregano, dried leaves 2 tablespoons bread crumbs, if necessary 1 package (14 ounces) frozen white or yellow dough for turnover pastries, thawed 1 egg, beaten

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line large bak ing sheet with nonstick foil.

In large skillet over medium heat, in hot oil, cook onion, pepper and celery, covered for 10 minutes or until tender but not brown.

Stir in chicken spread, raisins, olives, tomato paste, pepper sauce and oregano. Stir in bread crumbs to thicken filling.

On lightly floured surface, with floured rolling pin, roll 1 dough round into 6-inch circle. Spoon 1/4 cup filling on one side of circle. Brush egg along edge of circle; fold dough over to cover filling. Seal edges of turnover with fork; brush with egg. Place turnover on prepared baking sheet. Repeat, using remain-ing filling and dough rounds. Cut small slit in top of each turnover. Bake 15 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. Cool slightly, serve warm.

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G oing back to work after having a baby can be a challenging transition for new moms - especially for those

who want to breastfeed. While the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breast-feeding for at least 12 months, only 35 per-cent of babies are exclusively breastfed at three months, and not quite 15 percent at six months, according to the Centers for Disease Control 2011 Breastfeeding Report Card.

Research suggests there are many chal-lenges that moms face that prevent them from reaching this breastfeeding goal. Some of these obstacles include lack of breastfeed-ing information or supportive health care re-sources; lack of support at home; or challeng-es with finding time and privacy to express breastmilk in the workplace.

As a working mother of five who breast-fed all her children, including twin boys, Amy O'Malley, RN, MSN, Director of Educa-tion and Clinical Services for Medela, under-stands both the importance of breastfeeding, and the challenges women face in doing so.

"The longer a baby is breastfed, the great-er the health benefits for both mom and baby. Yet at three months, we see the most sig-nificant drop-off in breastfeeding which is around the same time most nursing moms re-turn to work," O'Malley said. "Fortunately to-day, there are many tools that can help mom continue to breastfeed and provide breast-milk to their babies even when they cannot be there. Breastpumps, for example, allow moms to keep that connection while providing opti-mal nutrition for their babies. It also allows dads and other caregivers to bond with babies when mom is away."

And many moms agree. In fact, a recent survey of 1,000 women with infants, commis-sioned by Medela, found that 78 percent of breastfeeding moms use a breastpump.

• Plan in advance with your employer/human resources about your breast-pumping needs. If your employer is un-aware, let them know how breastfeed-ing will benefit all. Not only will you and your baby be healthier - research has shown that there are fewer missed work days and shorter absences for mothers who breastfeed.

• Familiarize yourself with the Protec-tion and Affordable Care Act, which now requires certain employers to help support breastfeeding by providing working mothers a private place and time to pump, so that they can express breastmilk and maintain their supply. In addition, a new provision will re-quire health plans to include breast-feeding support, supplies, and counsel-ing without cost sharing for insurance policies with plan years beginning on or after August 1, 2012.

• Use a double-electric breastpump to help you maintain your breastmilk sup-ply and breastpump more efficiently while at work. Research shows that when using a double-electric breast-pump with 2-phase Expression(r) technology, a mom can yield 18 percent more milk than single pumping.

• A new tax benefit allows women to claim breastfeeding-related supplies to be cov-ered as medical expenses. Learn more at: www.breastfeedinginsurance.com.

• Try to stay as close to your breastfeed-ing schedule as possible when you pump.

• Help preserve all of your breastmilk's benefits by understanding safe stor-age. Storage and collection tips can be found at: www.breastmilkguidelines.com and at the CDC's website: www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding.

• Breastfeed your baby as soon as you get home.

What you will need:• A picture of your baby

• An insulated cooler bag with cold packs

• Food grade bottles/bags to store your milk

• Labels to note time and date of expression

• Breastpads to protect your clothes and conceal leakage

Back-to-Work

For moms with iPhones, down-load the free iBreastfeed App, which provides helpful information, prac-tical advice, a locator to find local breastfeeding and breastpumping-friendly places, baby activity log and more. It's available through the iTunes App Store.

Learn more about the benefits of breast-feeding, as well as making the transition back to work at: www.medela.com.

TipsO'Malley shares some tips and useful information for breastfeeding mothers returning to work:

for Nursing Moms

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Infant Brain and Eye Development

- It's Not Just Fun and Games

Playtime and interactive toys are impor-tant for parents looking to give their chil-dren a head start in life. But these products aren't the only way to help stimulate a baby's brain and eye development - nutrition is im-portant, too.

A baby's brain and eyes depend critically on nutrition and there are specific nutrients which have been shown to play a role in brain and eye development

A Closer Look at LuteinDuring the critical time of brain and eye

development, Lutein and DHA are important

nutrients, yet Lutein has gone virtually un-noticed by parents.

Lutein is found in foods such as leafy greens, certain fruits and eggs. Emerging science demonstrates that Lutein helps protect important cells in the eye. Now, new research from Tufts University demon-strates - for the first time - that Lutein is not only present in the eyes, but it is also present in the infant brain. The regions of the brain where Lutein is found are associated with memory and learning.

"Moms should be aware of the emerging research on Lutein," said Dr. Alanna Levine,

a pediatrician and mother of two children. "Moms in my practice ask me every day about ways to promote development in their children. Many focus on products, games, and toys and sometimes overlook nutrition."

Sources of LuteinPrior to the introduction of solid foods, ba-

bies can get Lutein from a few sources, in-cluding breast milk and Similac. "Expecting and breastfeeding mothers alike should eat a well-balanced diet that includes foods with Lutein like leafy green vegetables and eggs," added Levine. "And parents who formula feed should look for an infant formula that contains Lutein, as well as DHA."

To learn more about Lutein and brain and eye development, visit www.similac.com/lutein. Or, using a mobile phone, scan the code below to visit the mobile site for Similac infant formula.

• Spinach• Kale• Zucchini Squash• Yellow Squash• Green Beans• Corn• Kiwi• Eggs • Apples

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(Not an exhaustive list. Foods listed in de scending order of Lutein content.)

For Infants(Prior to the introduction of solid foods.)

• Breast milk• Infant formula supplemented with

Lutein, such as Similac Advance

I See, I Learn"In addition to the right nutrients, play-

ing together does encourage brain and eye development," said Levine. "Rather than focusing on the latest toy, parents can do simple things like spending time with their children in front of a mirror, playing peek-a-

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ADMISSION is $6 for ALL-DAY PLAY! Enjoy 14 interactive, hands-on exhibits built for children from infant to twelve years and their grownups!

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Decades ago the Bricktown district was Oklahoma's industrial nerve center, it fell to eco-nomic decline and the companies closed shop and moved on leaving historical buildings to fall to decay and ruins. In 1993, Oklahoma City through the Maps project and a temporary one-cent sales tax raised more than $309 million and gave Bricktown a facelift and added attractions that have turned the area into one of Oklahoma's best tourist destinations.

Bricktown is on the east side of downtown Oklahoma City between E. K. Gaylord Avenue and Stiles Avenue. Reno Avenue is a major Brick-town street on the South side, and Main Street is considered the north border.

When you visit Bricktown there are many sights and restaurants to enjoy.

At the corner of 1 Mickey Mantle Dr. is a spe-cial place called The Painted Door. It is owned by Avis Scaramucci who moved her business from South Oklahoma City 7 years ago. The Painted Door is a gift shop with some unique and beau-tiful items priced to fit any budget. While you are at the Painted Door step in at Nonna's Euro-Restorante and Bar, or visit the Purple Bar up-stairs, and have lunch or dinner. The art adorn-

ing the walls is beautiful and the hand-blown glass fixtures hanging from the ceiling are amazing. Nonna’s has a variety of menu choices that are gluten-free. Nonna’s menu includes a variety of Italian dishes, steaks, Prime rib and seafood. All of Nonna’s vegetables are brought in fresh daily from Cedar Spring Farms, Nonna’s own greenhouse. Be sure to save room for one of Nonna’s fabulous desserts. Her cookies and desserts remind you of the cookies and pies your grandmother used to make and they are made fresh daily in the bakery.

The Bricktown Ballpark at 2 S. Mickey Man-tle Dr., was completed in the spring of 1998, seats 12,000 visitors and is home to the Oklahoma City RedHawks baseball team. The ballpark also hosts the Big 12 baseball tournament and bedlam baseball games between OSU and OU. Oklahoma's baseball hero's Mickey Mantle, Johnny Bench and Warren Spahn have plazas around the ballpark named after them with beautiful bronze statues welcoming you to the ballpark.

Near the Mickey Mantle Plaza, along the side-walk you will find seven busts commemorat-ing other Oklahoma baseball heroes, from left

to right bronze busts of Allie Reynolds, Bobby Murcer, Pepper Martin, Carl Hubbell, Paul Waner, Lloyd Waner and Joe Rogan sit atop marble bases with etched biographies.

Across the street from the ballpark, at 7 Mickey Mantle Dr. is Mickey Mantle’s Steak-house. Mickey Mantle’s is a great place to meet friends and enjoy a few drinks and fine dining. The restaurants décor is classy and will cap-ture the heart of any baseball fan. The menu is loaded with great steaks, seafood, chicken and pastas. Mickey Mantle’s also features a gluten-free menu for diners to consider. Mickey Man-tle’s opens at 4 p.m. and is a great place to meet friends and have a glass of wine or meal before heading out to an event in the Bricktown or Oklahoma City area.

After enjoying lunch or dinner, visitors can take a stroll and enjoy the sites and attractions along the canal or take a carriage ride and see the wonderful sites of Bricktown. OK Premiere Carriages will pick you up in front of Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse and take you on a 45 min-ute ride through Bricktown. The carriages are elegant carriages pulled by either a Clydesdale or Percheron horse. A Bricktown ride for 2 costs

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1. Premiere Carriage Company offers rides throughout Bricktown. Surprise your loved one with a romantic champagne or hot chocolate ride.

2. The Oklahoma Spirit Trolley is a repro-duction of the elegant American Heritage Streetcar. The Blue Line that runs through Bricktown is free to everyone thanks to a sponsorship by Platt College.

3. The walking Bridges on the Bricktown canal allow convenient access to the busi-nesses on both sides of the canal.

4. Visitors at the Bricktown Candy Company find many delightful treasures.

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"On Oklahoma Ave. (Just South of the Canal)"100 E. California Ave., Ste 100 | Oklahoma City, OK 73104

Office 405.600.9009 Fax: 800.993.9681

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$30 and for additional riders its $5 per person. They also have rides that will take you to the Oklahoma City Memorial and rides through the downtown area. OK Premiere Carriages also does anniversary rides, birthday parties and wedding events.

Bricktown also has a few specialty shops that you just have to see for yourself. Put a Cork in it Winery is Bricktown’s first and only win-ery. The winery is west of the Bricktown Ball Park between Oklahoma Avenue and Mickey Mantle Boulevard on the canal level, in the his-toric Miller-Jackson Building. If you are walk-ing along the canal, you will find them between The Red Dirt Emporium and the Red Dirt Mar-ketplace. You can taste up to five wines free, or buy a $10 wineglass and taste all the wines on the wine list. A bottle of wine or a designer wineglass from Put a Cork In It Winery would make a wonderful gift for someone special for the holidays.

If you develop a sweet tooth, you have to step into the Bricktown Candy Co. The Bricktown Candy Co. opened its doors in the summer of 2009 and is designed just like an old-fashioned candy store. You will find chocolates and can-dies from around the world including every-one’s favorite Jelly Belly Jellybeans, and Godiva Chocolates. They also carry retro candies such as wax lips from back in the day. They have 24 flavors of Gelato, which is a frozen treat. If you are thirsty, you can choose from 150 sodas from around the world. This is a place that you and the kiddos will absolutely love. If you visit their website, www.bricktowncandystore.com, you can custom-order candy for any of your holiday and gift giving needs.

For those of you looking for the ultimate in fresh sushi, visit In the Raw in the lower Brick-town area. In the Raw is at 200 S. Oklahoma Suite 130, the above the Red Pin Bowling Al-ley and just a few steps away from the Harkins Theater. In the Raw flies in fresh fish four times a week to insure the best quality sushi in Brick-town. They have a variety of specialty sushi and great specials. It’s a great place to stop for a bite before heading off to see a movie or an OKC Thunder game.


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For a unique dining experience you might drop in at Bolero Spanish Grill and Tapas Bar. “Tapas are small dishes tradi-tionally served with wine.” The small dish-es make it easy for friends to order a variety of items from the menu and share different flavors from the menu. Bolero maybe the perfect place stop for a small bite to eat on the way back from a concert or show in the downtown or Bricktown area. Bolero is next door to In the Raw.

If you are planning to stay the week or the weekend in the Bricktown/downtown area, the Courtyard Marriot Hotel has specials available on their web site that are budget-friendly for the family as well as for business. Spacious rooms, indoor pool with hot tub, room service and a 24-hour complimentary business center with personal computers, fax machine and copy

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M ake no bones about it — Hal-loween is all about having some spine-tingling fun. This year,

why not share the scare by hosting a Trick-or-Treat party for school friends or even the neighborhood?

With these tips and ideas, you can throw a monster bash on a budget that’s not frightening at all.

Set a Spooktacular SceneWhether you want to go all-out scary

or keep it all in good fun, you can combine store-bought decora tions with homemade creations to save money.

• Line fake gravestones along your walk-way. Buy them pre-made, or make them yourself using foam or cardboard and spray paint.

• Perch eerie, fake birds near your door-way, and hang cobwebs anywhere you can reach.

• Place creepy-crawlies, like plastic spi-ders, everywhere.

• Addscaryinflatablefigurestoyouryard— the designs get more elaborate every year, and they store easily when deflated.

• Turn an inexpensive, thrift-store stock-pot into a spooky kitchen-table center-piece. Just add dry ice and warm water for frightfully fun fog. Always wear gloves when you handle dry ice and always store it in a ventilated container.

• A jack-o-lantern is aHalloween classic.Easy stencils make complex witch, were-wolf and scary-face designs a breeze.

• Use rechargeableoutdoor tea lights andHalloween-themed string lights as safer

alterna tives to candles.

• Buildascarecrow—allyouneediswood-en garden stakes, pillows, straw and old clothes.

• Use unexpected items in a whole newway. Spray paint branches or old lamps black and orange and use them as center-pieces; make spooky skeleton cut-outs with poster board; use toilet paper to wrap someone up in a nifty mummy cos-tume; or bring the outdoors in with hay bales and mums.

Frightfully Fun GamesKids and grownups alike will get a kick out

of these Halloween games.

• Halloween Charades — Write down Halloween characters, places and things on pieces of paper. Fold the papers and put them in a bowl. Then have each person, in turn, pick a piece of paper and act out the written words until the game’s audience guesses what’s being acted out. Want more competition? Split the group into teams and award candy prizes for correct answers.

• Pin the Nose on the Pumpkin — You’ll need a pumpkin (either real or made out of orange construction paper), pushpins or tape, a blindfold and several pumpkin noses (black construction paper will work). Draw eyes and a mouth on your pumpkin’s face, and hang it up. Blindfold a player, spin them around, hand them a paper nose (secured with a pushpin for adults and tape for children) and direct them toward the pumpkin. The player who attaches the nose closest to the right spot wins. You could also play Pin the

Wart on the Witch, or Pin the Smile on the Scarecrow.

• Pumpkin Decorating Contest — Set out markers, stickers, glue, construction paper, buttons and other household items. Give guests a pumpkin and a 30-minute decoration time frame. Award prizes for the “Prettiest,” “Scariest” and “Most Interesting.” Don’t want winners or losers? Let kids decorate and take home their pumpkins.

Bewitching CostumesIf you don’t have the time or patience to

sit down and sew a costume, that’s okay. This is one of the reasons Walmart has so many costumes in stock at prices that won’t scare you. From a beautiful princess to a creepy monster, you’ll find your child’s favorite costumes at affordable prices.

If you want to go the extra mile and create some gory additions to your costumes, whip up some fake blood, wounds and face paint.

•FacePaint:Combine1teaspooncornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon water and 1/4 teaspoon food coloring with 1/2 cup of cold cream.

•Wound: Petroleum jelly makes creepywound shapes. Fill the wound with 2 or 3 drops of red food coloring and a pinch of cocoa powder.

•FakeBlood:Mix1teaspoonredfoodcolor-ing and 1 squirt of dish soap with 2/3 cup white corn syrup. Just be sure to keep your fake blood away from your mouth and eyes.

For more Halloween party tips, decoration ideas and activities, visit www.walmart.

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Returning home from deployment can be difficult for any service member. Members of the National Guard and Reserve have a unique challenge balancing their military service with civilian life, and returning to a civilian life that does not include those with whom they served can be especially stressful. However, resources like the Real Warriors Campaign are available for service members who are experiencing challenges associated with transition.

Sponsored by the Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury (DCoE), the Real Warriors Campaign is a public education initiative designed to encourage service members, veterans, and their families to seek care and treatment for the invisible wounds of war.

“Warriors are hesitant to seek treatment for invisible wounds because of a fear that it will affect their career, but that’s a myth,” Capt. Paul S. Hammer, DCoE Director, said. “In fact, if you don’t seek help, it will affect your career because down the road, symptoms may affect a service member’s ability to do his or her job effectively.”

To help service members and families with transitions and reintegration, the Real Warriors Campaign website provides tools, tips and resources such as the ones below to encourage service members, veterans and military families coping with invisible wounds to reach out for support.

• DCoE Outreach Center: The Outreach Center allows anyone to confidentially speak with health care professionals 24/7 by calling 1-866-966-1020, by using the online Live Chat feature, or by emailing [email protected].

• Video Products: At the heart of thecampaign are Real Warriors who are proving through example that reaching out is a sign of strength. The campaign website includes video profiles and public service announcements featuring these Real Warriors who have reached out for support and are continuing to maintain successful military or civilian careers. Check out the video profile of Staff Sgt. Meg Krause an Army Reservist, who overcame the challenges associated with combat stress and is now sharing the message that it is okay to ask for help.

• Articles: The campaign website featuresmore than 70 articles for members of the military community at all stages of the deployment cycle, including members of the National Guard and Reserve. Some topics include: How Guard and Reserve Veterans Get Support from VA, Yellow Ribbon Program: Support for Guard and Reserve, and Free Support Program for Warriors in Transition for warriors in treatment.

• Message Boards: Campaign messagesboards provide a forum for members of the military community to engage with one another directly. Join the conversation and start your own dialogue with warriors and their families.

• Materials: Campaign promotional andeducational materials can be ordered free-of-charge. Check out the Real Warriors Campaign Brochure for the National Guard and Reserve: 7 Tools that Reinforce Psychological Strength.

• E-Cards: Service members, veterans,friends and family can share messages of support and thanks by sending electronic greeting cards to their loved ones. Reach out and make a difference today by sending an e-card to your friends and family by sending an e-card to your friends and family.

Every service member should know that they and their families should feel comfortable reaching out to their units and chain of command for support. Reaching out is a sign of strength that benefits yourself, your family and your unit and service.

The Real Warriors Campaign is online at www.realwarriors.net. For general inquiries,

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T he nurse has just called your name, she asks you to follow her to the examination room. She leaves

you there to wait for the doctor. As the min-utes pass, it seems the clock ticking on the wall is getting louder. Just when you think you cannot wait any longer, the doctor walks in with a discouraged look on his face. He tells you that you have diabetes. At that instant a million thoughts run through your mind, you may think your life is over, but is it?

Take a deep breath. Being diagnosed with diabetes may seem like the end of the world, but that is not the case. Yes, it is a big deal to have diabetes, but it is something you can manage. The possibilities of maintaining your health are endless. The most important thing to realize is that you are not alone. Mil-lions of people have been where you are and there are thousands that are fighting to see you overcome this disease.

The key to living with diabetes is to learn how you can take care of yourself and your diabetes. When you have diabetes your body does not make enough insulin or does not use it in the right way. Because your body can-not use the glucose for energy, it stays in your body which causes serious problems.

It is important that you take the proper steps toward a healthier lifestyle. This in-

cludes such things as taking the medication prescribed by your doctor and checking your blood glucose levels if required. You should also choose a healthier diet and become more physically active.

You might wonder what is a healthy diet, and how do you go about making the change. It may be difficult at first, because for so long you have been eating whatever you wanted. But now you have to focus on being healthy. The best way to start a healthy diet is to not narrow your selections. There are many types of foods out there that are healthy. You are not doomed to eat salad and raw fruits for the rest of your life. Consider the foods you like and find a healthier alternative. Try dif-ferent vegetables, switch to whole grain or lean meat, these are a few things you can do to achieve a healthier diet.

You may also look at how much food you eat. It is easy to get busy wait until the end of the day to eat and even skip meals. It is im-portant to eat every meal because this helps prevent over eating during a meal.

Eating healthy is a great way to start man-aging your diabetes, but being active is just as important. Exercise may not be something you do, but the average person walks about 5,000 steps a day. Walking is exercise, if you challenge yourself to walk an extra 2,000

steps every day, just imagine how fit you can become. Do not limit yourself to walking, it does not matter what type of physical activity you do, getting out and moving will help lower your blood glucose levels. Physical activity will give you more energy, relieve stress and you will ultimately feel better about yourself.

Getting active and choosing a healthier lifestyle may or may not eliminate your dia-betes, but what do you have to lose? Ultimate-ly as you begin to take care of your body you will feel stronger. Your family and friends are there to help because they care and want to see you beat this disease. There is a lot to learn about how to live with diabetes and the American Diabetes Association can help. Check out our online community at diabe-tes.org or call 1-800-DIABETES. Valuable information is at your fingertips including programs and events going on in your com-munity. It may take time to take control of your diabetes, but success is always achieved in small steps and we are here to help.

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faculty and students at Oklahoma City Com-munity College participate.

Rose State College makes it a part of its requirements for graduates to have service learning. So the President of Rose State sends students to the Shine Program.

The program has already had several stu-dents complete the program. The first student to complete the program was from Edmond, Oklahoma. She has continued working with the program after she graduated from high school.

W hat began as a program to re-duce the cost of housing nonvio-lent offenders in the Oklahoma

county jail and save the county money on cleanup projects has grown into a program that reaches children in Oklahoma schools.

The Shine for Students program is for the student who commits to completing 100 hours of community service. The student completes the non-compensated hours by the time they graduate high school. In return, the student will get a distinguished patriotic red, white and blue graduation cord and a certificate for their portfolio to use for applying for scholar-ship applications as well as on their resumes.

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program,” said Commissioner Brian Maughan.“Our goal is to get 1,000 students to sign-

up and fulfill their commitment. If we have 1,000 students sign up, that equals 100,000 hours that would go out and that will have a big impact on the community.”

Students can call Maughan’s office for more information and to sign up through e-mail.

The participant is notified of a project by e-mail. Citizens and civic groups have also signed up and show up to help also.

Students can sign up as early as junior high and keep track of their hours until they graduate from high school.

“Some students have completed the 100 hours in as little as 45 days, said Maughan. The one requirement is that someone has to sign and vouch for the work done by the student.”

The program accepts volunteer hours that benefit the community whether it is the humane society or other community organi-zations. If the student has difficulty finding projects, they can find projects through the e-mail notifications. Churches, government nonpaid internships, also qualify as projects.

The Shine Program currently is available to all students in Oklahoma County. A couple colleges have joined the program as well. The

For more information on the Shine Project call 405-713-1502, or visit www.oklahomacounty.org/district2/Shine .The Shine program is also on Twitter and Facebook.

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