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A Game-Changer
Laser surgery offers hope
for inoperable brain tumors
Paying It
Forward
Spring 2015
A woman’s
guide to cancer
PREVENTION
Little girl’s gifts make for
big smiles
I’m THEREHelp HEAL
Greene Medical
Foundation
(937) 352-2250
Kettering Medical
Center Foundation
(937) 395-8607
Grandview Foundation
(937) 723-3358
Fort Hamilton
Foundation
(513) 867-5492
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OF HEALING
KETTERINGHEALTH.ORG/FOUNDATION
A big-hearted gift from a little girl
Six-year-old Avery
Baldosser’s piggy bank isn’t your
average pink pig.
Whenever Avery gets money—from
a birthday, completing chores,
or from grandma—she tucks it
away in her blue bank, which
has compartments for spending,
saving, investing, and donating.
After counting the coins in the
“donate” section of her piggy bank
every three months, Avery chooses
a cause to support.
The first time she counted her
coins, Avery gave to the Humane
Society as the Baldosser family
had recently lost their Labradors.
While that donation was a family
idea, Avery’s wish to help someone
in need of health care was all
her own.
“Avery came home one day
and burst through the door
saying, ‘Momma, I want to help
somebody at your hospital
who needs health care!’”
recalls Avery’s mother, Tricia
Baldosser, who works at Greene
Memorial Hospital.
After meeting with the Greene
Medical Foundation, Avery decided
that her gift should go toward
a Magic Hands heat-sensitive
wall board, which shows colorful
handprints when kids touch the
surface. Children who go to the
Greene Memorial Emergency
Department will now have a fun
and engaging activity during a time
when they may be waiting, scared
and uncertain.
Avery’s gift goes to the heart of
health care by caring for people’s
emotional well-being, and
demonstrates her capacity for
compassion—which just might be
bigger than she is.
KETTERING HEALTH CONNECTION FOR BETTER LIVING is published by Kettering
Health Network to improve the health literacy of the community and connect readers
to health information and services.
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		WOMEN’S WELLNESS
	7	 Covered health services
	8	 	Prevent cancer
at any age
		 MEN’S HEALTH
	10	 	Why men need a PCP
	11	 4 ways to a man’s
healthy heart	
	FAMILY FOCUS
	4	 Benefits of anterior hip
replacement
6	 Keep young athletes
safe
	12	 Health event calendar
	17	 New laser brain surgery
gives hope
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	18	 Dad’s guide to
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Joint PAIN
Jason’s experience with anterior hip replacement
Jason Jacksonknew he
needed hip replacement surgery.
He was diagnosed with avascular
necrosis, which disrupts the blood
supply to the bone, causing bone
breakdown. As a result, Jason’s
pain forced him to use a cane
to get around. The only way to
stop his pain was to replace his
hip joint.
“When my hips started giving out,
I thought I’d never walk again,”
says Jason. But within two years,
both of Jason’s hips were replaced,
reducing his pain and restoring his
active lifestyle.
Michael Welker, MD, Kettering
Health Network orthopedic
surgeon, performed both total joint
hip replacements using the anterior
incision approach.
“Dr. Welker was amazing and
helped take away my fear,” says
Jason. “He helped me know what to
expect and took the time to listen to
me. And the hospital made me feel
like I was their only patient.”
Jason’s post-operative recovery
was minimal because the hip
replacement was performed
through an anterior approach,
which goes through less muscle
than other procedures.
“However, not everyone is a
candidate,” says Dr. Welker.
“Jason was a perfect candidate
for anterior hip replacement. He is
young and wanted to get back to
activity as soon as possible. The
anterior approach gave him a faster
rehab because it causes less soft
tissue damage.”
After Jason’s second hip
replacement, his rehab was
complete in just three weeks. Even
for candidates older than Jason,
the anterior approach offers
reduced recovery time.
“I am thankful to be active with my
family again. No cane, no crutches,
From painful to
pain-free
Surgeons
specializing in the
anterior approach
Kettering and Sycamore
medical centers
• Michael Welker, MD
• Gurpal S. Ahluwalia, MD
• John Lochner, MD
Grandview Medical Center
• Chad Weber, DO
JOINT PAIN?
Visit ketteringhealth.org/joint or
call 1-844-228-6683 (MOVE)
4 POINTS TO PONDER
When selecting your surgeon and hospital for joint surgery, you want
the best. Consider these crucial points:
MEDICAL OVERSIGHT. Does the hospital have a hospitalist
or internist who sees you pre-operatively and throughout your
hospital stay to manage any medical conditions you might
have? At Kettering Health Network, hospitalists and internists
see you during your pre-operation visit, clear you for surgery,
and then follow you post-operatively to oversee your medical
care while in the hospital.
PRE-OPERATIVE JOINT EDUCATION. Make sure you
receive pre-operative education on what to expect along with
a joint replacement patient education handbook that tells
you everything you need to know about your joint surgery. At
Kettering Health Network, this education is provided by a nurse,
physical therapist, and occupational therapist. Our surgeons
help develop our patient education books.
EXPERIENCE COUNTS. Kettering Health Network surgeons
perform the highest volume of joint replacement surgeries in
the Greater-Dayton area.
SKILLED, COHESIVE TEAM. Have your surgery performed at
a hospital where the entire team works closely together to give
you a successful outcome. The Kettering Health Network team
members from pre-admission testing and education, nursing,
therapy, surgery, and pain management all meet with the
surgeons to make continuous process improvements related to
the Joint Center Program.
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Advantages of the
anterior approach
• Avoids cutting through
major muscle groups
• Faster recovery
• Less pain
• Quicker return to
activities
“I’M THANKFUL
TO BE ACTIVE
WITH MY
FAMILY AGAIN.”
—Jason Jackson
and I have a pain-free life,” says
Jason. “I can walk around King’s
Island with my kids—and not be
in pain.”
Jason not only walks without pain,
he is returning to some of his
favorite activities. “I’m back out on
the green playing golf,” he says.
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I’m THEREKids’ HEALTH
Cheer them on to safety
Young
athletes
Most middle and high
school athletes need to
have a sports physical,
which helps identify any
potential health issues.
Kettering Health Network
offers sports physicals
year-round; just call to
schedule your appointment
at a location close to you.
Consider getting baseline
concussion testing—a
noninvasive computerized
test that determines baseline
brain function, which can
then be compared with a
post-injury test if a head
injury occurs.
Game time can boost a youngster’s social skills and
provide plenty of fun, healthy exercise.
But every sport poses some risks. As a parent, you can
work together with coaches and your athlete to help reduce
these risks.
Stay off the injured list Luckily, sports injuries are often
avoidable. To help your child score in safety, consider the following advice:
ASK QUESTIONS. Learn what your child’s sports program is
doing to prevent and respond to injuries, such as conditioning
players and providing safety training for coaches.
SCHEDULE A PHYSICAL. A preseason exam from a doctor will
help confirm that your child is healthy enough to play.
GET EQUIPPED. Depending on the sport, a helmet, body
padding, mouthguards or shinguards, eye protection, and
proper shoes may be needed.
PLAY BY THE RULES. From football to soccer, many sports
have rules designed to prevent injuries. Make sure your child
knows—and follows—them.
BEAT THE HEAT. Give your child a water bottle and encourage
frequent water intake.
WARM UP. Encourage warm-up exercises before and cooldown
exercises after both practices and games.
DON’T DOWNPLAY CONCUSSIONS. Players with a
concussion shouldn’t get back in the game until medically
evaluated and cleared to play.
ENCOURAGE REST. Athletes need breaks in between seasons
and during practices and games.
SPEAK UP. Teach your child to speak up if he or she is sick
or hurt. And remember to check with your child’s doctor if you
suspect an injury.
DID YOU KNOW? KETTERING HEALTH NETWORK HAS NEARLY 20 SPORTS MEDICINE LOCATIONS.
VISIT KETTERINGHEALTH.ORG/SPORTSMED TO FIND THE LOCATION CLOSEST TO YOU.
GET A PHYSICAL
•	 Dayton Sports Medicine
Institute: (937) 401-6400
•	 Fort Hamilton Sports
Medicine: (513) 867-4165
•	 Kettering Sports Medicine:
(937) 395-3920
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Are you a woman?Did you enroll in a new health plan or get new
health insurance on or after March 23, 2010?
If so, the Affordable Care Act requires most insurance plans to cover a
number of health services without any cost sharing, such as co-payments,
co-insurance, or deductibles. (You do need to get these services from an
in-network provider.) These services include:
• WELL-WOMAN VISITS.
• FOLIC ACID SUPPLEMENTSif
you’re able to become pregnant.
• GESTATIONAL DIABETES
SCREENING.
• SCREENING FOR ANEMIA,
URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS,
AND HEPATITIS Bwhen you
are pregnant. 
• RH INCOMPATIBILITY
SCREENING with follow-up
testing during pregnancy if you’re
at increased risk. This can find
differences between a mother’s
and baby’s blood that can be
risky—even fatal—for the child.
• COUNSELING ON GENETIC
TESTING if you’re at risk of
having BRCA mutations. These
are changes in specific genes that
increase your risk of breast and
ovarian cancer.
• HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS
DNA TESTING.
• BREAST CANCER SCREENING
with mammographyevery one
to two years if you’re 40 or
older. Also offered: counseling
on chemoprevention if you’re
at increased risk for breast
cancer. This involves the use
of medication to lower your
likelihood of getting the disease.
• SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED
INFECTION COUNSELING
AND HIV SCREENING
AND COUNSELING.
• BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT,
supplies and counseling.
• CERVICAL CANCER
SCREENINGif you’re
sexually active.
• CONTRACEPTIVE
COUNSELING AND ALL
FORMS OF CONTRACEPTION
approved by the U.S. Food and
Drug Administration.
• TOBACCO USE SCREENING
and interventions.
• OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENING
if you’re older than 60 and
have certain risk factors for
the disease.
• DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE SCREENING.
Other free services
You have access to several other
services at no cost that are offered
to men as well. Among them are
immunizations and screenings for
cholesterol and type 2 diabetes.
Now it’s covered
HEALTH SERVICES FOR WOMEN
I’m THEREWomen’s WELLNESS
Sources: American Academy of Pediatrics; National Institutes of Health; Safe Kids Worldwide
FIND A DOC
A primary care provider can help you
make the most of your healthcare
benefits.
To find your doc, call 1-844-254-6742
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I’m THEREWomen’s WELLNESS
Note: These plans focus on recommendations
for people who are at average risk for
developing cancer and who are not experiencing
any symptoms of disease. Based on your health
and family history, you and your doctor may
create a more personalized prevention and
screening plan.
What can you do to reduce your cancer risk? 
30s
BREAST:
• Know how your breasts normally look
and feel so you can detect any changes
• Clinical breast exam (at least once every
3 years)
CERVICAL:
• HPV test and Pap test (every 5 years) or
Pap test (every 3 years)
BREAST:
• Know how your breasts normally look
and feel so you can detect any changes
• Clinical breast exam (annually)
• Begin annual mammograms at age 40
CERVICAL:
• HPV test and Pap test (every 5 years)
or Pap test (every 3 years)
OVARIAN:
• Report any ongoing abdominal
swelling; digestive problems; pain in
the abdomen, pelvis, back, or legs; or a
constant feeling of needing to urinate
40s
BREAST:
• Know how your breasts normally look
and feel so you can detect any changes
• Clinical breast exam (annually)
• Mammogram (annually)
CERVICAL:
• Up to age 65: HPV test and Pap test
(every 5 years) or Pap test (every
3 years)
• Over 65: If you have had 3 or more
consecutive normal Pap tests, 2 or
more consecutive normal HPV and Pap
tests, or a total hysterectomy, you can
stop cervical cancer screening.
COLORECTAL:
• Colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy,
double contrast barium enema, or
CT colonography (every 5–10 years,
depending on test)
ENDOMETRIAL:
• After menopause, report any
unexpected bleeding or spotting
to your physician
LUNG:
• Ages 55–74: If you are a current or
former smoker with at least a 30 pack-
year history or a 20 pack-year history
plus additional risk factors, you may
be a candidate for low-dose lung CT
scan (annually)
OVARIAN:
• Report any ongoing abdominal
swelling; digestive problems; pain in
the abdomen, pelvis, back, or legs; or a
constant feeling of needing to urinate
50+
BREAST:
• Know how your breasts normally look
and feel so you can detect any changes
• Clinical breast exam (at least once
every 3 years)
CERVICAL:
• Pap test starting at age 21 (every 3 years)
• HPV vaccination (before age 26,
preferably at age 11–12 years)
STEPby
No matter what your age, you can take action to reduce your cancer risk. This prevention
and early detection plan can help you get started.
Talk to your doctor about your prevention
plan. To learn more before your appointment,
visit ketteringhealth.org/cancercare or call
1-855-500-CURE (2873)
PUT THIS PLAN INTO ACTION
“DARE TO LOVE
YOURSELF
AS IF YOU WERE
A RAINBOW
WITH GOLD
AT BOTH ENDS.”
	 —ABERJHANI,
	 AMERICAN POET
STEP
20s
The American Cancer Society recommends
that everyone age 20 years and up have
a periodic health examination, which
includes the thyroid, ovaries, lymph
nodes, oral cavity, and skin, as well as
health counseling about tobacco use, sun
exposure, nutrition, sexual practices, and
environmental and occupational exposures.
Here are some additional recommendations,
according to your age group:
Lead a healthy lifestyle
at any age
	 Stay away from all forms of tobacco
	Maintain a healthy weight
	Get moving with regular
physical activity
	Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables,
and whole grains
	Protect your skin from UV
sun exposure
	 Know your personal health,
family history, and risk factors
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I’m THEREMen’s HEALTH
Starsky had Hutch.
Martin had Lewis. Guys, when
it comes to your health, who’s
your partner?
Hopefully, it’s a primary care
physician (PCP).
A PCP is the provider you pick to
be your regular, go-to doctor. A
relationship with a PCP is one of
the most crucial relationships you
can ever have. He or she can help
you prevent illnesses and stay
healthy. Your PCP can also find
health problems earlier on, when
they’re often easier to treat.
Other important things your PCP
can do for you:
SCHEDULE HEALTH
SCREENINGS. Your PCP can help
you get any needed screening
tests, including some that could
save your life. For example, he or
she might recommend that you be
checked for colorectal cancer, high
cholesterol, or diabetes.
OFFER GOOD ADVICE AND
ANSWERS. Wondering if that
weight-loss tip you read about
really works? Need help with
quitting smoking or changing
your diet? Have a question about
A FEW TALKING POINTS
As in any partnership, you’ve got
to communicate with your PCP.
SHARE IMPORTANT INFO. For
example, your PCP will want to
know your medical history or
diseases that run in your family.
DON’T BE SHY. Mention any
problems you’re having with your
body or mood, and be honest
about your health habits—such as
if you drink, smoke, or use street
drugs. Your PCP has heard it all
and won’t judge.
sexual health? Your PCP is a
trusted resource.
PROVIDE VACCINATIONS. Your
PCP can help you stay on track
with needed vaccines, such as a flu
shot or tetanus booster.
Source: U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services
To find a physician call 1-844-254-6742
8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday
WE MAKE IT EASY
Every
man
Many people think
they are victims
of their genes, but
research shows that
the vast majority of
your risk for heart
disease is due to
lifestyle choices.
By focusing on four
areas of your life,
you can reduce your
chance of heart
attack by almost
70 percent!
1
Quit smoking
The number one way for men to
lower their risk of heart attack is by
not smoking. Men who smoke have
a whopping 36 percent higher risk of
heart attack.
Stay active
Find a way to be
physically active for
30 minutes a day.
Whether you go for
a walk or spend the
afternoon working
in the yard, being
consistently active on
a daily basis is key.
2
Reduce
belly fat
Carrying
extra weight
around the
midsection is a
characteristic of
men who suffer
heart attacks.
A waist size
of 38 inches
or less is
associated
with fewer
heart attacks.
3
Harvey Hahn, MD,
cardiologist
at Kettering
and Sycamore
medical centers
Eat a
balanced diet
Men who maintain a diet
filled with fruits, vegetables,
legumes, nuts, reduced-fat
dairy products, and whole
grains have a significantly
lower risk of heart attack.
4
See pages 14–15 for heart screenings and
health classes, or call (937) 395-8492 to
schedule a heart screening
THE BEAT GOES ON
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healthier
HEART
WAYS TO A MAN’S
MORE THAN
70 PERCENT
OF ALL
SUDDEN
HEART
PROBLEMS
OCCUR
IN MEN.
Reduce your risk of heart attack
by almost 70 percentneeds a doctor
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MediGold Neighborhood
Meetings
New to Medicare? Turning
65? Coming off your employer
health plan or that of your
spouse? Attend a MediGold
neighborhood meeting and
learn more about Medicare
Advantage Plans. Register:
1-800-964-4525.
Conover Health Center
(Franklin)
April 15, 10–11 a.m.
Kettering Medical Center
May 7, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Soin Medical Center
June 9, 6–7 p.m.
Legacy Five Concert
This free concert features
Legacy Five, as well as Mark
Trammell Quartet and Greater
Vision. Admission is free, but
seats are limited.
Kettering Adventist Church
April 18, 7 p.m.
Doors open at 6 p.m.
COOKING
 NUTRITION
Spring Into a
Healthier You
Cook with colorful spring
vegetables, nutritious
whole grains, and low-fat
proteins. Three dishes will be
demonstrated with plenty of
tasty items to try. $10. Register
by April 21: (937) 558-3988.
Kettering Medical Center
April 28, 6:30–8 p.m.
Summer Cooking
Using fresh, locally grown
produce, learn to make healthy
salads and fresh salsa.Three
dishes will be demonstrated
with plenty of items to share.
$10. Register by June 16:
(937) 558-3988.
Kettering Medical Center
June 23, 6:30–8 p.m.
Nutrition Consultations
Nutrition and exercise
professionals offer individual
nutrition consultations and food
coaching for all ages.Whether
you want to fit healthier foods
into a busy lifestyle, recover
from illness, optimize athletic
performance, or manage a
chronic disease, reach your
goals with expert help. Call to
schedule: (937) 395-3924.
Kettering Sports
Medicine Center
DIABETES
Blood Sugar Screening
Are you at risk for diabetes?
An A1c screening shows your
average blood sugar for the
past two to three months—no
fasting required, but a finger
prick is necessary. $10. Call:
(937) 558-3988.
Lathrem Senior Center
(Kettering)
June 2, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Diabetes Support
Group
Joslin Diabetes Center offers
a free monthly support group
that is designed to promote
education and provide support
for people with diabetes, their
families, and friends. It serves
as a forum for individuals
to ask questions, obtain
support, and learn information.
Facilitated by a dietitian or
diabetes educator, individuals
from other professions also
provide information on their
expertise. For questions
or more information, call
(937) 401-7575.
Southview Medical Center
Second Monday of each
month, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
FITNESSSPORTS
Yoga
A gentle, therapeutic
approach to encourage
relaxation and stress relief
while increasing strength,
flexibility, and mobility. Five-
week session on Mondays or
Thursdays. $40. Registration
and prepayment is required
at least one week before the
start of the session:
(937) 395-8492.
Sycamore Medical Center
July 6–August 6
CANCER
Cancer Yoga
A yoga instructor from
Maple Tree Cancer Alliance
leads sessions for cancer
patients and survivors. Free.
Registration recommended:
1-855-500-CURE (2873).
Kettering Medical Center
Every Monday, noon–1 p.m.
Look Good, Feel Better
Learn techniques to combat
the appearance-related side
effects of cancer treatment.
Each woman will receive a
kit for demonstration during
the class. Free. Registration
required: 1-800-227-2345.
Kettering Medical Center
April 20, 2–4 p.m.
COMMUNITY
Spring Into Health 5K
Start your spring on the right
foot with this race. A free
wellness fair before the race
will include stretching and
warm-ups. A drawing for iPad
winners will be after the race.
Registration is $40 for adults,
$20 for children under 12.
Hosted by Kettering College.
Visit kc.edu/5k for details.
Kettering Medical Center
Sunday, April 12
Registration, packet pickup, 
wellness fair: 12:30 p.m.
Race begins: 2 p.m.
Walk for Women’s
Wellness
Join us to celebrate the
women in our lives who
have survived breast cancer
and honor those no longer
with us. Registration is $15.
Proceeds and donations
enable underserved women
in the community to receive
breast screenings and cancer
services. To register, visit
ketteringhealth.org/
foundation and select
“Kettering Medical Center
Foundation.”
Delco Park (Kettering)
Sunday, May 3
Registration: 1 p.m.
Walk: 2 p.m.
Arthritis Walk
This free walk and expo
includes a 5K walk, health
fair, cookout, speakers, and
educational displays. In
conjunction with the Arthritis
Foundation. Register at:
arthritiswalkdayton.
kintera.org.
Southview Medical Center
Thursday, May 14
Expo: 6 p.m.
Walk: 7 p.m.
Osteoporosis Day
of Health
Free event includes bone-
healthy refreshments,
osteoporosis screenings,
blood pressure screenings,
balance information, nutrition
information, exercise and
fitness demos, local vendors,
and more. A keynote speaker
will present on osteoporosis.
Appointments required for
osteoporosis screenings:
(937) 558-3988.
Hithergreen Center
(Centerville)
June 3, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Presentation: 10–11 a.m.
YOUR
HEALTHCALENDAR
I’m THEREFor the COMMUNITY
2015APRIL, MAY, JUNE  JULY
LEND A HELPING HAND
Volunteer drivers make this possible by donating their time and use of their
cars so that patients can receive life-saving treatments.
TO VOLUNTEER, CALL (888) 227-6446, EXT. 4222
OR EMAIL MEGHAN.CLARKE@CANCER.ORG.
Some people with cancer don’t have a friend or family member
who can take them to their cancer treatments. The American
Cancer Society’s Road To Recovery program provides transportation to and
from treatment for people with cancer who do not have transportation.
Text KCALENDAR to 75309
to receive community event
information. Visit us at
ketteringhealth.org to see
the full Health Calendar
More events
Volunteer Drivers Needed
GET UPDATES
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Injury Prevention
for Runners
Performance Positive offers
runners of all skill levels a
six-week fitness program to
focus on strength, flexibility,
and running form. The
program includes circuit
training, core strengthening,
overall strength, and
nutrition analysis. $80. Call:
(937) 395-3905.
Kettering Sports
Medicine Center
Six-week session held on
Wednesdays, 6–7 p.m.
FITT for Life
This six-week fitness class
is designed for beginner
exercisers, 50 years and
older. Meet twice a week
with a certified athletic
trainer for group classes that
focus on flexibility, strength,
muscular endurance, and
enhancing the ease of
everyday activities. $60. Call
for dates and registration:
(937) 477-4269.
Southview Medical Center
Monday–Thursday,
10–11 a.m.
Monday  Wednesday,
12:30–1:30 p.m.
HEART  STROKE
Advanced Heart Screen
Our most complete evaluation
offered in a two-visit program.
Testing, results, and education
help you understand your risk
for heart disease and how to
improve it. $260. Appointment
required: (937) 395-8492.
Kettering Medical Center
May 5  15,
8:30 a.m.–noon
July 7  17,
8:30 a.m.–noon
Blood Pressure
Screening
Know your numbers! Free
screenings on a walk-in basis.
Miamisburg Senior Center
April 17,
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
May 15,
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
June 19,
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Washington Township Rec
Center (Centerville)
April 20, 10 a.m.–noon
May 18, 10 a.m.–noon
June 15, 10 a.m.–noon
Charles Lathrem Senior
Center (Kettering)
May 5, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
June 2, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Healthy Arteries
Screening
Learn your artery age and
stroke risk with a non-
invasive ultrasound. $139.
To schedule an appointment
at a convenient Kettering
Health Network location, call:
(937) 395-8492.
Healthy Heart
Risk Reduction Class
Free education class helps
you understand how heart
disease occurs and learn
lifestyle strategies for optimal
heart health. Appointment
required: (937) 395-8492.
Kettering Medical Center
May 28, 6–7:30 p.m.
Healthy Hearts
Screening
Know your cholesterol levels,
blood sugar, and personal risk
factors for heart disease with
a few quick tests. Includes
personal heart health plan.
$24 ($39 with optional
EKG). Appointment required:
(937) 395-8492.
Kettering Medical Center
April 14  21,
8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
May 12  19,
8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
June 2, 16  30,
8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
July 14  28,
8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
YOUR
HEALTHCALENDAR
I’m THEREFor the COMMUNITY
Continued from
previous page
2015APRIL, MAY, JUNE  JULY
Heart Calcium Scan
Detects coronary artery
calcium that causes
blockages for those at risk
of heart disease using a
CT scan. $99. To schedule
an appointment at a
convenient Kettering Health
Network location, call:
(937) 395-8492.
Heart Health Counseling
During a one-on-one session,
a risk-reduction nurse
educator helps address risk
factors you want to improve
with lifestyle strategies
that work for you. $25 for
a 30–35-minute session.
Appointment required:
(937) 395-8492.
PARENTS 
BABIES
Baby Fair
This free event features all
things baby, including:
•	 Car seat safety checks
•	 Childbirth class signup
•	 Maternity unit and
suite tour
•	 Soin obstetricians
•	 Baby retailers
•	 Refreshments
•	 Prizes
No registration required, just
show up for fun!
Soin Medical Center
Sunday, June 7, 2–4 p.m.
Childbirth Education
Classes
Information and registration:
(937) 395-8600.
ketteringhealth.org/
maternity
STOP SMOKING
Smoking Cessation
Class
A free, five-week session
takes you through the quitting
process. You receive one
month of nicotine patches.
Kettering Health Network
partners with Public Health of
Dayton  Montgomery County
to offer Clinical Best Practice
Smoking Cessation, modeled
after the Mayo Clinic’s
program. Free. Register:
(937) 558-3988.
Kettering Medical Center
Mondays, May 18–June 15,
6–7 p.m.
Mondays, June 29–July 27,
6–7 p.m.
SUPPORT
GROUPS
To get in touch with one of
our support groups, visit
ketteringhealth.org/
communityoutreach
and click on “Support
Groups” for a full list, or call
(937) 558-3988.
WEIGHT LOSS
Metabolic Rate
Evaluation
Kettering Sports Medicine’s
metabolic rate evaluation
program determines how
many calories your body
burns, and then assists you
in balancing your calories
from food intake with calories
used during physical activity.
With this information exercise
physiologists, dietitians, and
athletic trainers can assist
you in personalizing a plan.
$150. Call (937) 395-3905.
Kettering Sports Medicine
Weight Loss Seminars
Ongoing seminars throughout
the Greater-Dayton area.
Visit ketteringhealth.
org/weightloss or call
(937) 433-5957 for details
and dates.
Visit us at ketteringhealth.org
to see the full Health Calendar
MORE ONLINE
14 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 15
Being able to recognize the signs of a medical emergency—and acting
quickly—could help save someone’s life.
According to the American College of Emergency Physicians, signs
and symptoms of a medical emergency include:
	Difficulty breathing
	Chest or upper abdominal
pain or pressure
	Fainting, weakness,
or sudden dizziness
	 Changes in vision
	Confusion or other changes
in mental state
	 Sudden or severe pain
	 Uncontrolled bleeding
	Severe or persistent
vomiting or diarrhea
	Coughing up or
vomiting blood
	Difficulty speaking
	 Suicidal thoughts
Emergency Center Locations
Kettering Health Network has nine Emergency Departments, including four
trauma centers, that are always ready and close to home.
Fort Hamilton Hospital
Hamilton, Ohio
Grandview Medical Center
Level III Trauma Center
Dayton, Ohio
Greene Memorial Hospital
Level III Trauma Center
Xenia, Ohio
Huber Health Center
Huber Heights, Ohio
Kettering Medical Center
Level II Trauma Center
Kettering, Ohio
Soin Medical Center
Level III Trauma Center
Beavercreek, Ohio
Southview Medical Center
Centerville, Ohio
Sycamore Medical Center
Miamisburg, Ohio
Kettering Health Network
Emergency Center New!
Franklin, Ohio
Coming Soon:
Emergency at Preble County
Medical Center
Eaton, Ohio
I’m THEREEMERGENCY Care
Is it an
IF YOU DETECT ANY
OF THESE SIGNS OR
SYMPTOMS, GO TO THE
HOSPITAL RIGHT AWAY.
If you think the condition
could be life-threatening
or could get worse on
the way to the hospital,
call 911 immediately.
Visit ketteringhealth.org/locations
for directions
WHENYOUNEEDUS
EMERGENCY?
I’m THEREGame-changing SURGERY
“I’m sorry, there’s nothing
more I can do for you.” Perhaps
you or a loved one with an
inoperable brain tumor has
received this chilling diagnosis,
words void of hope and healing.
Persons with inoperable or hard-
to-access brain tumors now have
an option that can add months or
years to their lives—right here in
the Greater-Dayton area. Three
neurosurgeons are performing the
minimally invasive, image-guided
laser therapy at Kettering Medical
Center.
The technology is the NeuroBlate®
System from Monteris Medical®
.
The system can be precisely
controlled to destroy abnormal tissue
while doing as little harm as possible
to surrounding healthy tissue.
It is truly amazing
Unlike traditional brain surgery,
NeuroBlate does not require a large
opening in the skull that exposes
the brain, which in and of itself can
be a traumatic injury to the brain.
Using NeuroBlate, the surgeon
makes a small hole in the skull
about as big around as a pencil.
While the patient’s head is secured
in place, the surgeon guides a
small probe through that hole
precisely into the tumor. The probe
delivers laser light energy to heat
up and destroy the tumor.
“This is game-changing, 21st-
century surgery,” says Phillip
Porcelli, DO. “When I perform the
treatment, I am not even touching
the patient. I am in a room adjacent
to the MRI suite where the patient
is being scanned in real time. With
a computer and a click of the
mouse, I am controlling the laser
that is destroying the tumor—it is
truly amazing.”
Kettering Medical Center is the
only hospital in central/southern
Ohio to offer this minimally invasive
surgery. For more information
about this potentially lifesaving
surgery, call (937) 395-8206.
LASER FOCUS
New laser brain
HOPEsurgery gives
Surgeons performing the NeuroBlate procedure
Kettering Medical Center | Neurosurgery, Inc.
• Richard
Gorman, DO
• Raymond
Poelstra, MD
• Phillip Porcelli, DO
(pictured)
16 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 17
Sure, she’s the onesporting that baby bump. But you, too, have
important work to do in the months ahead.
As a father-to-be, you play a key role in supporting your partner and helping
ensure a healthy pregnancy.
Here are some of the ways experts say you can be more involved.
I’m THEREPREGNANCY
A guy’s guide
to the next
9 months
do’s
For information on childbirth classes, visit
ketteringhealth.org/obclasses, or call
• Dayton area: (937) 395-8600
• Hamilton: (513) 867-2222
JOIN A CLASS
FIND OUT WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT. From books to websites, try to learn
more about pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting. You and your partner
might quiz each other and share pointers.
GO TO HER PRENATAL CARE VISITS. At one of the earlier appointments,
you may hear your little one’s heartbeat. Later, you can even see the baby—
and perhaps learn whether you’re having a girl or a boy.
ENROLL IN CHILDBIRTH CLASSES AT THE HOSPITAL. It’s a great way
to learn what will happen during labor and delivery and how you can help
your partner when the time comes.
DON’T LIGHT UP. If you smoke, you may never have a better reason to
quit. Secondhand smoke can harm your baby even before he or she is
born. In the meantime, be sure not to smoke around your partner. Talk to
your doctor if you need help quitting.
HELP PREPARE FOR THE NEW ARRIVAL. You and your partner can
decide how to set up the baby’s sleep area. You might also shop
together for a crib, baby clothes, and other items you’ll need for the baby.
HELP HER HAVE A HEALTHY PREGNANCY. There are a lot of other ways
you can help your partner and the baby stay healthy. For example:
• Take walks together, as long as it’s OK with her doctor. It’s a great way to
bond and help her get some healthy exercise.
• Help her steer clear of things that may be especially harmful to her now.
For example, if you have a cat, you should clean the litter box.
• Eat a healthy diet together, avoid alcohol, and don’t do illegal drugs so it’s
easier for her to do the same.
Sources: March of Dimes; American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Makes 4 servings.
INGREDIENTS
	 1 	tablespoon extra-virgin
olive oil
	 1 	 small onion, chopped
	4 	cups vegetable broth or
fat-free, reduced-sodium
chicken broth
	½ 	 cup frozen baby lima beans
	 1 	can (15 ounces) no-salt-added
black, Great Northern or
navy beans
	 1 	 cup frozen mixed vegetables
	½ 	cup frozen tri-colored
bell peppers
	2 	teaspoons dried oregano or
thyme
Pinch of dried red pepper flakes
	 1 	 cup frozen broccoli florets
Salt, to taste
	¼ 	 cup grated Parmesan cheese
DIRECTIONS
1	 In large saucepan, heat oil over
medium-high heat.
2	 Add onion, and cook until
translucent, 5 minutes,
stirring occasionally.
3	 Add broth, and bring liquid
to boil.
4	 Add lima beans; reduce heat; and
simmer, covered, for 5 minutes.
5	 Add canned beans, mixed
vegetables, peppers, oregano
and pepper flakes, and simmer,
covered, for 5 minutes.
6	 Add broccoli, cover, and cook for
5 minutes.
7	 Add salt to taste.
QUICK EIGHT-VEGETABLE SOUP
ketteringhealth.org 1918 ketteringhealth.org
Women’s center offers support
for women and families
I’m THERESupport FAMILIES
For those searching
for information, resources, and
hope in the face of their pregnancy-
related concerns, Miami Valley
Women’s Center wants to help.
“Miami Valley Women’s Center
is an organization that values
life, supports families, and
demonstrates Christ’s love,” says
Executive Director Tiffany Seifman.
The clients’ health and safety
remain the top priority. The
women’s center empowers
clients by educating them about
all their options in order to make
an informed decision, as well as
connecting them to resources to
continue on the path of health.
“For every client that comes to
this organization, we want to
meet her or him with life-affirming
information,” says Seifman.
For this reason, the women’s
center offers services including
pregnancy testing, limited
ultrasound, parenting classes,
and support programs at no cost
to the client.
At its core, the women’s center aims
to be there when people need it
most. “Whatever you’re facing, you
don’t have to face it alone,” says
Seifman.
Partnering to improve
lives Kettering Health Network
is proud to partner with and
support the Miami Valley Women’s
Center. Both organizations share
the common goal of improving
health in our communities.
A caring place
to turn
In Dayton, Huber Heights, and
Xenia, visit womenscenter.org
or call the 24-hour Careline:
(937) 298-2822
HERE TO HELP
WHATEVER YOU’RE FACING, YOU DON’T HAVE TO FACE IT ALONE.
Kettering Medical Center
Delivery Room
As leader of Kettering’s
bereavement program, Nancy
helped design and develop
the Garden of Hope, where
families who have experienced
a miscarriage or stillbirth can
visit to remember their child.
Faces of CARE
THANK A NURSE DURING NURSES WEEK ON MAY 6–12, AT KETTERINGHEALTH.ORG
The sacred work nurses do every day requires
someone with patience, compassion, strength, and the ability to act
under pressure.
The Cameo of Caring Award is given in recognition of registered nurses
who exemplify wisdom, advocacy, and caring in professional nursing.
Here are the 2014 award recipients.
Nancy
Tallyn
Chris
Anderson
Southview Medical Center
Intensive Care Unit
Chris’s peers notice that he
passionately advocates for
his patients when talking to
the doctors.
Greene Memorial Hospital
Emergency Department
Elizabeth’s colleagues say
it’s easy for patients to
relate to her, and that she is
committed to caring for the
whole person.
Elizabeth
Bogan
Scott
Shiverdecker
Grandview Medical Center
Operating Room
His colleagues describe
Scott as a confident and
competent nurse whose
goals are quality patient care
and safety.
THANKa nurse
Soin Medical Center
Emergency Department
Patty advocates for changes
by serving on multiple
committees. She shows
compassion for patients,
including the time she
gathered staff to pray with a
patient when a chaplain could
not arrive soon enough.
Sycamore Medical Center
Unit 1
Having been recognized for
outstanding customer service
83 times in 2013 alone, Evan is
recognized by his colleagues
for being a positive person
who motivates others with his
selfless actions and leads
by example.
Fort Hamilton Hospital
Surgery Department
Donna’s co-workers describe
her as a nurse who goes
out of her way to promote
a positive image, leads
by example, and provides
compassionate care.
Evan
Maurer
Patricia
Barker
Donna
Barker
20 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 21
If you have diabetes, you probably know that eating too many
sugary foods is bad for your blood sugar. But did you know that stress can
be bad, too?
Stress can quickly cause blood sugar to spike or fall. It also can overwhelm
and derail wellness plans, which can affect blood sugar. If you have diabetes,
it’s important to make managing stress a part of your overall goals.
Positive ways to
DON’T BOTTLE UP
WHAT’S BOTHERING YOU.
An honest conversation
with a colleague, loved
one, counselor, or adviser
can often keep you moving
and thinking in positive and
productive ways.
TAKE TIME TO THINK.
Carefully consider your
actions so that your
emotions don’t get the
best of you, causing you
to say or do something
you might regret.
TAKE 5 (OR 10). A
quick walk, a chat with
colleagues, or a few
moments to breathe
deeply can clear the mind,
calm thoughts, and give
you time to regroup.
STRIVE FOR BALANCE
IN YOUR LIFE. Daily life
has its demands, but it’s
important to save time
for yourself. Do what
you enjoy, whether that’s
working at a hobby or
reading a book.
MAKE WELLNESS A
PRIORITY. You’ll be better
prepared for challenges if
you get at least 30 minutes
of exercise almost every day,
eat healthy foods, and get
enough sleep.
I’m THEREDIABETES
For education classes to help
you manage diabetes, call Joslin
Diabetes Centers at Kettering
Health Network: (937) 401-7575
FOR MORE HELP
Sources: American Diabetes Association; American Psychological Association; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Mental Health America
DIVIDE AND CONQUER.
Split large projects into
smaller tasks, keep
careful to-do lists, and
stay organized.
de-stress
When temperatures outside heat up, try overnight
oats. Using raw, old-fashioned rolled oats
instead of cooked steel-cut oats, combine
all ingredients in a container with a lid. Add
unsweetened almond milk or skim milk until
ingredients are well-covered in liquid. Cover the
container and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy cool,
berry-infused oats in the morning.
Healthy EATS
INGREDIENTS
	 1 	cup cooked oatmeal (steel-cut or rolled old-fashioned)
	 1 	cup raspberries, blackberries, and/or
blueberries (frozen or fresh)
	 1 	 dollop of fat-free yogurt
	¼ 	 cup almonds, walnuts, or pecans (optional)
Pinch of sugar-free sweetener (optional)
DIRECTIONS
1 Cook the steel-cut oats according to the package
instructions and place in bowl.
2 Stir in sweetener if desired.
3 Top with a dollop of fat-free yogurt, berries, and nuts.
So much goodness!
COLDHOT
BREAKFAST
A diabetes-friendly
OATM­EAL
As a whole
grain, oatmeal’s
high fiber
content
keeps blood
sugar levels
from spiking.
BERRIES
These low-
sugar fruits are
packed with
antioxidants,
vitamins,
potassium,
and fiber.
YOGURT
Try plain Greek
yogurt for extra
blood sugar–
balancing
protein.
NUTS
The
magnesium
in nuts is
believed to be
instrumental
in carb
metabolism.
22 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 23
When it comes to your health, you want the best care possible.
Trust your health to the leader in quality care.
Visit ketteringhealth.org/findaphysician | Call 1-844-254-6742
Nonprofit Org.
U.S. Postage
PAID
Madison, WI
Permit No. 1184
Kettering Health Network
3535 Southern Blvd.
Kettering, OH 45429
™Health Network
Update or remove address by emailing healthconnection@ketteringhealth.org.
A NEW ERA IN
CANCER CARE
Kettering Health Network will
break ground on a new Cancer
Center at Kettering Medical
Center in May 2015.
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  • 1. Kettering  | Grandview | Sycamore | Southview | Greene |  Fort Hamilton  | Soin |  Kettering Behavioral  A Game-Changer Laser surgery offers hope for inoperable brain tumors Paying It Forward Spring 2015 A woman’s guide to cancer PREVENTION Little girl’s gifts make for big smiles
  • 2. I’m THEREHelp HEAL Greene Medical Foundation (937) 352-2250 Kettering Medical Center Foundation (937) 395-8607 Grandview Foundation (937) 723-3358 Fort Hamilton Foundation (513) 867-5492 GIVE THE GIFT OF HEALING KETTERINGHEALTH.ORG/FOUNDATION A big-hearted gift from a little girl Six-year-old Avery Baldosser’s piggy bank isn’t your average pink pig. Whenever Avery gets money—from a birthday, completing chores, or from grandma—she tucks it away in her blue bank, which has compartments for spending, saving, investing, and donating. After counting the coins in the “donate” section of her piggy bank every three months, Avery chooses a cause to support. The first time she counted her coins, Avery gave to the Humane Society as the Baldosser family had recently lost their Labradors. While that donation was a family idea, Avery’s wish to help someone in need of health care was all her own. “Avery came home one day and burst through the door saying, ‘Momma, I want to help somebody at your hospital who needs health care!’” recalls Avery’s mother, Tricia Baldosser, who works at Greene Memorial Hospital. After meeting with the Greene Medical Foundation, Avery decided that her gift should go toward a Magic Hands heat-sensitive wall board, which shows colorful handprints when kids touch the surface. Children who go to the Greene Memorial Emergency Department will now have a fun and engaging activity during a time when they may be waiting, scared and uncertain. Avery’s gift goes to the heart of health care by caring for people’s emotional well-being, and demonstrates her capacity for compassion—which just might be bigger than she is. KETTERING HEALTH CONNECTION FOR BETTER LIVING is published by Kettering Health Network to improve the health literacy of the community and connect readers to health information and services. CEO Fred Manchur Marketing Director Judy Leach Managing Editor Emily Syvertson Art Direction Monica Meilinger Photography AGI Studios, Lee Ann Yahle, and Kettering Health Network Staff Writing: Kettering Health Network Marketing Staff Information in KETTERING HEALTH CONNECTION FOR BETTER LIVING comes from a wide range of medical experts. Models may be used in photos and illustrations. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your healthcare provider. Copyright © 2015 Kettering Health Network and Coffey Communications CMM31173 6 4 23 18 /KetteringHealthNetwork @KetteringHealth /KetteringHealth Facebook “f” Logo CMYK / .ai Connect with us WOMEN’S WELLNESS 7 Covered health services 8 Prevent cancer at any age MEN’S HEALTH 10 Why men need a PCP 11 4 ways to a man’s healthy heart FAMILY FOCUS 4 Benefits of anterior hip replacement 6 Keep young athletes safe 12 Health event calendar 17 New laser brain surgery gives hope 2015SPRING 18 Dad’s guide to pregnancy 20 Support for women and families 22 Stress less for diabetes 23 A diabetes-friendly breakfast heals Generosity 2 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 3
  • 3. Joint PAIN Jason’s experience with anterior hip replacement Jason Jacksonknew he needed hip replacement surgery. He was diagnosed with avascular necrosis, which disrupts the blood supply to the bone, causing bone breakdown. As a result, Jason’s pain forced him to use a cane to get around. The only way to stop his pain was to replace his hip joint. “When my hips started giving out, I thought I’d never walk again,” says Jason. But within two years, both of Jason’s hips were replaced, reducing his pain and restoring his active lifestyle. Michael Welker, MD, Kettering Health Network orthopedic surgeon, performed both total joint hip replacements using the anterior incision approach. “Dr. Welker was amazing and helped take away my fear,” says Jason. “He helped me know what to expect and took the time to listen to me. And the hospital made me feel like I was their only patient.” Jason’s post-operative recovery was minimal because the hip replacement was performed through an anterior approach, which goes through less muscle than other procedures. “However, not everyone is a candidate,” says Dr. Welker. “Jason was a perfect candidate for anterior hip replacement. He is young and wanted to get back to activity as soon as possible. The anterior approach gave him a faster rehab because it causes less soft tissue damage.” After Jason’s second hip replacement, his rehab was complete in just three weeks. Even for candidates older than Jason, the anterior approach offers reduced recovery time. “I am thankful to be active with my family again. No cane, no crutches, From painful to pain-free Surgeons specializing in the anterior approach Kettering and Sycamore medical centers • Michael Welker, MD • Gurpal S. Ahluwalia, MD • John Lochner, MD Grandview Medical Center • Chad Weber, DO JOINT PAIN? Visit ketteringhealth.org/joint or call 1-844-228-6683 (MOVE) 4 POINTS TO PONDER When selecting your surgeon and hospital for joint surgery, you want the best. Consider these crucial points: MEDICAL OVERSIGHT. Does the hospital have a hospitalist or internist who sees you pre-operatively and throughout your hospital stay to manage any medical conditions you might have? At Kettering Health Network, hospitalists and internists see you during your pre-operation visit, clear you for surgery, and then follow you post-operatively to oversee your medical care while in the hospital. PRE-OPERATIVE JOINT EDUCATION. Make sure you receive pre-operative education on what to expect along with a joint replacement patient education handbook that tells you everything you need to know about your joint surgery. At Kettering Health Network, this education is provided by a nurse, physical therapist, and occupational therapist. Our surgeons help develop our patient education books. EXPERIENCE COUNTS. Kettering Health Network surgeons perform the highest volume of joint replacement surgeries in the Greater-Dayton area. SKILLED, COHESIVE TEAM. Have your surgery performed at a hospital where the entire team works closely together to give you a successful outcome. The Kettering Health Network team members from pre-admission testing and education, nursing, therapy, surgery, and pain management all meet with the surgeons to make continuous process improvements related to the Joint Center Program. 1 2 3 4 Advantages of the anterior approach • Avoids cutting through major muscle groups • Faster recovery • Less pain • Quicker return to activities “I’M THANKFUL TO BE ACTIVE WITH MY FAMILY AGAIN.” —Jason Jackson and I have a pain-free life,” says Jason. “I can walk around King’s Island with my kids—and not be in pain.” Jason not only walks without pain, he is returning to some of his favorite activities. “I’m back out on the green playing golf,” he says. 4 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 5
  • 4. I’m THEREKids’ HEALTH Cheer them on to safety Young athletes Most middle and high school athletes need to have a sports physical, which helps identify any potential health issues. Kettering Health Network offers sports physicals year-round; just call to schedule your appointment at a location close to you. Consider getting baseline concussion testing—a noninvasive computerized test that determines baseline brain function, which can then be compared with a post-injury test if a head injury occurs. Game time can boost a youngster’s social skills and provide plenty of fun, healthy exercise. But every sport poses some risks. As a parent, you can work together with coaches and your athlete to help reduce these risks. Stay off the injured list Luckily, sports injuries are often avoidable. To help your child score in safety, consider the following advice: ASK QUESTIONS. Learn what your child’s sports program is doing to prevent and respond to injuries, such as conditioning players and providing safety training for coaches. SCHEDULE A PHYSICAL. A preseason exam from a doctor will help confirm that your child is healthy enough to play. GET EQUIPPED. Depending on the sport, a helmet, body padding, mouthguards or shinguards, eye protection, and proper shoes may be needed. PLAY BY THE RULES. From football to soccer, many sports have rules designed to prevent injuries. Make sure your child knows—and follows—them. BEAT THE HEAT. Give your child a water bottle and encourage frequent water intake. WARM UP. Encourage warm-up exercises before and cooldown exercises after both practices and games. DON’T DOWNPLAY CONCUSSIONS. Players with a concussion shouldn’t get back in the game until medically evaluated and cleared to play. ENCOURAGE REST. Athletes need breaks in between seasons and during practices and games. SPEAK UP. Teach your child to speak up if he or she is sick or hurt. And remember to check with your child’s doctor if you suspect an injury. DID YOU KNOW? KETTERING HEALTH NETWORK HAS NEARLY 20 SPORTS MEDICINE LOCATIONS. VISIT KETTERINGHEALTH.ORG/SPORTSMED TO FIND THE LOCATION CLOSEST TO YOU. GET A PHYSICAL • Dayton Sports Medicine Institute: (937) 401-6400 • Fort Hamilton Sports Medicine: (513) 867-4165 • Kettering Sports Medicine: (937) 395-3920 ketteringhealth.org 7 Are you a woman?Did you enroll in a new health plan or get new health insurance on or after March 23, 2010? If so, the Affordable Care Act requires most insurance plans to cover a number of health services without any cost sharing, such as co-payments, co-insurance, or deductibles. (You do need to get these services from an in-network provider.) These services include: • WELL-WOMAN VISITS. • FOLIC ACID SUPPLEMENTSif you’re able to become pregnant. • GESTATIONAL DIABETES SCREENING. • SCREENING FOR ANEMIA, URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS, AND HEPATITIS Bwhen you are pregnant. • RH INCOMPATIBILITY SCREENING with follow-up testing during pregnancy if you’re at increased risk. This can find differences between a mother’s and baby’s blood that can be risky—even fatal—for the child. • COUNSELING ON GENETIC TESTING if you’re at risk of having BRCA mutations. These are changes in specific genes that increase your risk of breast and ovarian cancer. • HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS DNA TESTING. • BREAST CANCER SCREENING with mammographyevery one to two years if you’re 40 or older. Also offered: counseling on chemoprevention if you’re at increased risk for breast cancer. This involves the use of medication to lower your likelihood of getting the disease. • SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTION COUNSELING AND HIV SCREENING AND COUNSELING. • BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT, supplies and counseling. • CERVICAL CANCER SCREENINGif you’re sexually active. • CONTRACEPTIVE COUNSELING AND ALL FORMS OF CONTRACEPTION approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. • TOBACCO USE SCREENING and interventions. • OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENING if you’re older than 60 and have certain risk factors for the disease. • DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SCREENING. Other free services You have access to several other services at no cost that are offered to men as well. Among them are immunizations and screenings for cholesterol and type 2 diabetes. Now it’s covered HEALTH SERVICES FOR WOMEN I’m THEREWomen’s WELLNESS Sources: American Academy of Pediatrics; National Institutes of Health; Safe Kids Worldwide FIND A DOC A primary care provider can help you make the most of your healthcare benefits. To find your doc, call 1-844-254-6742 6 ketteringhealth.org
  • 5. I’m THEREWomen’s WELLNESS Note: These plans focus on recommendations for people who are at average risk for developing cancer and who are not experiencing any symptoms of disease. Based on your health and family history, you and your doctor may create a more personalized prevention and screening plan. What can you do to reduce your cancer risk?  30s BREAST: • Know how your breasts normally look and feel so you can detect any changes • Clinical breast exam (at least once every 3 years) CERVICAL: • HPV test and Pap test (every 5 years) or Pap test (every 3 years) BREAST: • Know how your breasts normally look and feel so you can detect any changes • Clinical breast exam (annually) • Begin annual mammograms at age 40 CERVICAL: • HPV test and Pap test (every 5 years) or Pap test (every 3 years) OVARIAN: • Report any ongoing abdominal swelling; digestive problems; pain in the abdomen, pelvis, back, or legs; or a constant feeling of needing to urinate 40s BREAST: • Know how your breasts normally look and feel so you can detect any changes • Clinical breast exam (annually) • Mammogram (annually) CERVICAL: • Up to age 65: HPV test and Pap test (every 5 years) or Pap test (every 3 years) • Over 65: If you have had 3 or more consecutive normal Pap tests, 2 or more consecutive normal HPV and Pap tests, or a total hysterectomy, you can stop cervical cancer screening. COLORECTAL: • Colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, double contrast barium enema, or CT colonography (every 5–10 years, depending on test) ENDOMETRIAL: • After menopause, report any unexpected bleeding or spotting to your physician LUNG: • Ages 55–74: If you are a current or former smoker with at least a 30 pack- year history or a 20 pack-year history plus additional risk factors, you may be a candidate for low-dose lung CT scan (annually) OVARIAN: • Report any ongoing abdominal swelling; digestive problems; pain in the abdomen, pelvis, back, or legs; or a constant feeling of needing to urinate 50+ BREAST: • Know how your breasts normally look and feel so you can detect any changes • Clinical breast exam (at least once every 3 years) CERVICAL: • Pap test starting at age 21 (every 3 years) • HPV vaccination (before age 26, preferably at age 11–12 years) STEPby No matter what your age, you can take action to reduce your cancer risk. This prevention and early detection plan can help you get started. Talk to your doctor about your prevention plan. To learn more before your appointment, visit ketteringhealth.org/cancercare or call 1-855-500-CURE (2873) PUT THIS PLAN INTO ACTION “DARE TO LOVE YOURSELF AS IF YOU WERE A RAINBOW WITH GOLD AT BOTH ENDS.” —ABERJHANI, AMERICAN POET STEP 20s The American Cancer Society recommends that everyone age 20 years and up have a periodic health examination, which includes the thyroid, ovaries, lymph nodes, oral cavity, and skin, as well as health counseling about tobacco use, sun exposure, nutrition, sexual practices, and environmental and occupational exposures. Here are some additional recommendations, according to your age group: Lead a healthy lifestyle at any age Stay away from all forms of tobacco Maintain a healthy weight Get moving with regular physical activity Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains Protect your skin from UV sun exposure Know your personal health, family history, and risk factors 8 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 9
  • 6. 10 ketteringhealth.org I’m THEREMen’s HEALTH Starsky had Hutch. Martin had Lewis. Guys, when it comes to your health, who’s your partner? Hopefully, it’s a primary care physician (PCP). A PCP is the provider you pick to be your regular, go-to doctor. A relationship with a PCP is one of the most crucial relationships you can ever have. He or she can help you prevent illnesses and stay healthy. Your PCP can also find health problems earlier on, when they’re often easier to treat. Other important things your PCP can do for you: SCHEDULE HEALTH SCREENINGS. Your PCP can help you get any needed screening tests, including some that could save your life. For example, he or she might recommend that you be checked for colorectal cancer, high cholesterol, or diabetes. OFFER GOOD ADVICE AND ANSWERS. Wondering if that weight-loss tip you read about really works? Need help with quitting smoking or changing your diet? Have a question about A FEW TALKING POINTS As in any partnership, you’ve got to communicate with your PCP. SHARE IMPORTANT INFO. For example, your PCP will want to know your medical history or diseases that run in your family. DON’T BE SHY. Mention any problems you’re having with your body or mood, and be honest about your health habits—such as if you drink, smoke, or use street drugs. Your PCP has heard it all and won’t judge. sexual health? Your PCP is a trusted resource. PROVIDE VACCINATIONS. Your PCP can help you stay on track with needed vaccines, such as a flu shot or tetanus booster. Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services To find a physician call 1-844-254-6742 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday WE MAKE IT EASY Every man Many people think they are victims of their genes, but research shows that the vast majority of your risk for heart disease is due to lifestyle choices. By focusing on four areas of your life, you can reduce your chance of heart attack by almost 70 percent! 1 Quit smoking The number one way for men to lower their risk of heart attack is by not smoking. Men who smoke have a whopping 36 percent higher risk of heart attack. Stay active Find a way to be physically active for 30 minutes a day. Whether you go for a walk or spend the afternoon working in the yard, being consistently active on a daily basis is key. 2 Reduce belly fat Carrying extra weight around the midsection is a characteristic of men who suffer heart attacks. A waist size of 38 inches or less is associated with fewer heart attacks. 3 Harvey Hahn, MD, cardiologist at Kettering and Sycamore medical centers Eat a balanced diet Men who maintain a diet filled with fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, reduced-fat dairy products, and whole grains have a significantly lower risk of heart attack. 4 See pages 14–15 for heart screenings and health classes, or call (937) 395-8492 to schedule a heart screening THE BEAT GOES ON 4 healthier HEART WAYS TO A MAN’S MORE THAN 70 PERCENT OF ALL SUDDEN HEART PROBLEMS OCCUR IN MEN. Reduce your risk of heart attack by almost 70 percentneeds a doctor ketteringhealth.org 11
  • 7. MediGold Neighborhood Meetings New to Medicare? Turning 65? Coming off your employer health plan or that of your spouse? Attend a MediGold neighborhood meeting and learn more about Medicare Advantage Plans. Register: 1-800-964-4525. Conover Health Center (Franklin) April 15, 10–11 a.m. Kettering Medical Center May 7, 3:30–4:30 p.m. Soin Medical Center June 9, 6–7 p.m. Legacy Five Concert This free concert features Legacy Five, as well as Mark Trammell Quartet and Greater Vision. Admission is free, but seats are limited. Kettering Adventist Church April 18, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. COOKING NUTRITION Spring Into a Healthier You Cook with colorful spring vegetables, nutritious whole grains, and low-fat proteins. Three dishes will be demonstrated with plenty of tasty items to try. $10. Register by April 21: (937) 558-3988. Kettering Medical Center April 28, 6:30–8 p.m. Summer Cooking Using fresh, locally grown produce, learn to make healthy salads and fresh salsa.Three dishes will be demonstrated with plenty of items to share. $10. Register by June 16: (937) 558-3988. Kettering Medical Center June 23, 6:30–8 p.m. Nutrition Consultations Nutrition and exercise professionals offer individual nutrition consultations and food coaching for all ages.Whether you want to fit healthier foods into a busy lifestyle, recover from illness, optimize athletic performance, or manage a chronic disease, reach your goals with expert help. Call to schedule: (937) 395-3924. Kettering Sports Medicine Center DIABETES Blood Sugar Screening Are you at risk for diabetes? An A1c screening shows your average blood sugar for the past two to three months—no fasting required, but a finger prick is necessary. $10. Call: (937) 558-3988. Lathrem Senior Center (Kettering) June 2, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Diabetes Support Group Joslin Diabetes Center offers a free monthly support group that is designed to promote education and provide support for people with diabetes, their families, and friends. It serves as a forum for individuals to ask questions, obtain support, and learn information. Facilitated by a dietitian or diabetes educator, individuals from other professions also provide information on their expertise. For questions or more information, call (937) 401-7575. Southview Medical Center Second Monday of each month, 5:30–6:30 p.m. FITNESSSPORTS Yoga A gentle, therapeutic approach to encourage relaxation and stress relief while increasing strength, flexibility, and mobility. Five- week session on Mondays or Thursdays. $40. Registration and prepayment is required at least one week before the start of the session: (937) 395-8492. Sycamore Medical Center July 6–August 6 CANCER Cancer Yoga A yoga instructor from Maple Tree Cancer Alliance leads sessions for cancer patients and survivors. Free. Registration recommended: 1-855-500-CURE (2873). Kettering Medical Center Every Monday, noon–1 p.m. Look Good, Feel Better Learn techniques to combat the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Each woman will receive a kit for demonstration during the class. Free. Registration required: 1-800-227-2345. Kettering Medical Center April 20, 2–4 p.m. COMMUNITY Spring Into Health 5K Start your spring on the right foot with this race. A free wellness fair before the race will include stretching and warm-ups. A drawing for iPad winners will be after the race. Registration is $40 for adults, $20 for children under 12. Hosted by Kettering College. Visit kc.edu/5k for details. Kettering Medical Center Sunday, April 12 Registration, packet pickup, wellness fair: 12:30 p.m. Race begins: 2 p.m. Walk for Women’s Wellness Join us to celebrate the women in our lives who have survived breast cancer and honor those no longer with us. Registration is $15. Proceeds and donations enable underserved women in the community to receive breast screenings and cancer services. To register, visit ketteringhealth.org/ foundation and select “Kettering Medical Center Foundation.” Delco Park (Kettering) Sunday, May 3 Registration: 1 p.m. Walk: 2 p.m. Arthritis Walk This free walk and expo includes a 5K walk, health fair, cookout, speakers, and educational displays. In conjunction with the Arthritis Foundation. Register at: arthritiswalkdayton. kintera.org. Southview Medical Center Thursday, May 14 Expo: 6 p.m. Walk: 7 p.m. Osteoporosis Day of Health Free event includes bone- healthy refreshments, osteoporosis screenings, blood pressure screenings, balance information, nutrition information, exercise and fitness demos, local vendors, and more. A keynote speaker will present on osteoporosis. Appointments required for osteoporosis screenings: (937) 558-3988. Hithergreen Center (Centerville) June 3, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Presentation: 10–11 a.m. YOUR HEALTHCALENDAR I’m THEREFor the COMMUNITY 2015APRIL, MAY, JUNE JULY LEND A HELPING HAND Volunteer drivers make this possible by donating their time and use of their cars so that patients can receive life-saving treatments. TO VOLUNTEER, CALL (888) 227-6446, EXT. 4222 OR EMAIL MEGHAN.CLARKE@CANCER.ORG. Some people with cancer don’t have a friend or family member who can take them to their cancer treatments. The American Cancer Society’s Road To Recovery program provides transportation to and from treatment for people with cancer who do not have transportation. Text KCALENDAR to 75309 to receive community event information. Visit us at ketteringhealth.org to see the full Health Calendar More events Volunteer Drivers Needed GET UPDATES 12 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 13
  • 8. 14 ketteringhealth.org Injury Prevention for Runners Performance Positive offers runners of all skill levels a six-week fitness program to focus on strength, flexibility, and running form. The program includes circuit training, core strengthening, overall strength, and nutrition analysis. $80. Call: (937) 395-3905. Kettering Sports Medicine Center Six-week session held on Wednesdays, 6–7 p.m. FITT for Life This six-week fitness class is designed for beginner exercisers, 50 years and older. Meet twice a week with a certified athletic trainer for group classes that focus on flexibility, strength, muscular endurance, and enhancing the ease of everyday activities. $60. Call for dates and registration: (937) 477-4269. Southview Medical Center Monday–Thursday, 10–11 a.m. Monday Wednesday, 12:30–1:30 p.m. HEART STROKE Advanced Heart Screen Our most complete evaluation offered in a two-visit program. Testing, results, and education help you understand your risk for heart disease and how to improve it. $260. Appointment required: (937) 395-8492. Kettering Medical Center May 5 15, 8:30 a.m.–noon July 7 17, 8:30 a.m.–noon Blood Pressure Screening Know your numbers! Free screenings on a walk-in basis. Miamisburg Senior Center April 17, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. May 15, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. June 19, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Washington Township Rec Center (Centerville) April 20, 10 a.m.–noon May 18, 10 a.m.–noon June 15, 10 a.m.–noon Charles Lathrem Senior Center (Kettering) May 5, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. June 2, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Healthy Arteries Screening Learn your artery age and stroke risk with a non- invasive ultrasound. $139. To schedule an appointment at a convenient Kettering Health Network location, call: (937) 395-8492. Healthy Heart Risk Reduction Class Free education class helps you understand how heart disease occurs and learn lifestyle strategies for optimal heart health. Appointment required: (937) 395-8492. Kettering Medical Center May 28, 6–7:30 p.m. Healthy Hearts Screening Know your cholesterol levels, blood sugar, and personal risk factors for heart disease with a few quick tests. Includes personal heart health plan. $24 ($39 with optional EKG). Appointment required: (937) 395-8492. Kettering Medical Center April 14 21, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. May 12 19, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. June 2, 16 30, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. July 14 28, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. YOUR HEALTHCALENDAR I’m THEREFor the COMMUNITY Continued from previous page 2015APRIL, MAY, JUNE JULY Heart Calcium Scan Detects coronary artery calcium that causes blockages for those at risk of heart disease using a CT scan. $99. To schedule an appointment at a convenient Kettering Health Network location, call: (937) 395-8492. Heart Health Counseling During a one-on-one session, a risk-reduction nurse educator helps address risk factors you want to improve with lifestyle strategies that work for you. $25 for a 30–35-minute session. Appointment required: (937) 395-8492. PARENTS BABIES Baby Fair This free event features all things baby, including: • Car seat safety checks • Childbirth class signup • Maternity unit and suite tour • Soin obstetricians • Baby retailers • Refreshments • Prizes No registration required, just show up for fun! Soin Medical Center Sunday, June 7, 2–4 p.m. Childbirth Education Classes Information and registration: (937) 395-8600. ketteringhealth.org/ maternity STOP SMOKING Smoking Cessation Class A free, five-week session takes you through the quitting process. You receive one month of nicotine patches. Kettering Health Network partners with Public Health of Dayton Montgomery County to offer Clinical Best Practice Smoking Cessation, modeled after the Mayo Clinic’s program. Free. Register: (937) 558-3988. Kettering Medical Center Mondays, May 18–June 15, 6–7 p.m. Mondays, June 29–July 27, 6–7 p.m. SUPPORT GROUPS To get in touch with one of our support groups, visit ketteringhealth.org/ communityoutreach and click on “Support Groups” for a full list, or call (937) 558-3988. WEIGHT LOSS Metabolic Rate Evaluation Kettering Sports Medicine’s metabolic rate evaluation program determines how many calories your body burns, and then assists you in balancing your calories from food intake with calories used during physical activity. With this information exercise physiologists, dietitians, and athletic trainers can assist you in personalizing a plan. $150. Call (937) 395-3905. Kettering Sports Medicine Weight Loss Seminars Ongoing seminars throughout the Greater-Dayton area. Visit ketteringhealth. org/weightloss or call (937) 433-5957 for details and dates. Visit us at ketteringhealth.org to see the full Health Calendar MORE ONLINE 14 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 15
  • 9. Being able to recognize the signs of a medical emergency—and acting quickly—could help save someone’s life. According to the American College of Emergency Physicians, signs and symptoms of a medical emergency include: Difficulty breathing Chest or upper abdominal pain or pressure Fainting, weakness, or sudden dizziness Changes in vision Confusion or other changes in mental state Sudden or severe pain Uncontrolled bleeding Severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea Coughing up or vomiting blood Difficulty speaking Suicidal thoughts Emergency Center Locations Kettering Health Network has nine Emergency Departments, including four trauma centers, that are always ready and close to home. Fort Hamilton Hospital Hamilton, Ohio Grandview Medical Center Level III Trauma Center Dayton, Ohio Greene Memorial Hospital Level III Trauma Center Xenia, Ohio Huber Health Center Huber Heights, Ohio Kettering Medical Center Level II Trauma Center Kettering, Ohio Soin Medical Center Level III Trauma Center Beavercreek, Ohio Southview Medical Center Centerville, Ohio Sycamore Medical Center Miamisburg, Ohio Kettering Health Network Emergency Center New! Franklin, Ohio Coming Soon: Emergency at Preble County Medical Center Eaton, Ohio I’m THEREEMERGENCY Care Is it an IF YOU DETECT ANY OF THESE SIGNS OR SYMPTOMS, GO TO THE HOSPITAL RIGHT AWAY. If you think the condition could be life-threatening or could get worse on the way to the hospital, call 911 immediately. Visit ketteringhealth.org/locations for directions WHENYOUNEEDUS EMERGENCY? I’m THEREGame-changing SURGERY “I’m sorry, there’s nothing more I can do for you.” Perhaps you or a loved one with an inoperable brain tumor has received this chilling diagnosis, words void of hope and healing. Persons with inoperable or hard- to-access brain tumors now have an option that can add months or years to their lives—right here in the Greater-Dayton area. Three neurosurgeons are performing the minimally invasive, image-guided laser therapy at Kettering Medical Center. The technology is the NeuroBlate® System from Monteris Medical® . The system can be precisely controlled to destroy abnormal tissue while doing as little harm as possible to surrounding healthy tissue. It is truly amazing Unlike traditional brain surgery, NeuroBlate does not require a large opening in the skull that exposes the brain, which in and of itself can be a traumatic injury to the brain. Using NeuroBlate, the surgeon makes a small hole in the skull about as big around as a pencil. While the patient’s head is secured in place, the surgeon guides a small probe through that hole precisely into the tumor. The probe delivers laser light energy to heat up and destroy the tumor. “This is game-changing, 21st- century surgery,” says Phillip Porcelli, DO. “When I perform the treatment, I am not even touching the patient. I am in a room adjacent to the MRI suite where the patient is being scanned in real time. With a computer and a click of the mouse, I am controlling the laser that is destroying the tumor—it is truly amazing.” Kettering Medical Center is the only hospital in central/southern Ohio to offer this minimally invasive surgery. For more information about this potentially lifesaving surgery, call (937) 395-8206. LASER FOCUS New laser brain HOPEsurgery gives Surgeons performing the NeuroBlate procedure Kettering Medical Center | Neurosurgery, Inc. • Richard Gorman, DO • Raymond Poelstra, MD • Phillip Porcelli, DO (pictured) 16 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 17
  • 10. Sure, she’s the onesporting that baby bump. But you, too, have important work to do in the months ahead. As a father-to-be, you play a key role in supporting your partner and helping ensure a healthy pregnancy. Here are some of the ways experts say you can be more involved. I’m THEREPREGNANCY A guy’s guide to the next 9 months do’s For information on childbirth classes, visit ketteringhealth.org/obclasses, or call • Dayton area: (937) 395-8600 • Hamilton: (513) 867-2222 JOIN A CLASS FIND OUT WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT. From books to websites, try to learn more about pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting. You and your partner might quiz each other and share pointers. GO TO HER PRENATAL CARE VISITS. At one of the earlier appointments, you may hear your little one’s heartbeat. Later, you can even see the baby— and perhaps learn whether you’re having a girl or a boy. ENROLL IN CHILDBIRTH CLASSES AT THE HOSPITAL. It’s a great way to learn what will happen during labor and delivery and how you can help your partner when the time comes. DON’T LIGHT UP. If you smoke, you may never have a better reason to quit. Secondhand smoke can harm your baby even before he or she is born. In the meantime, be sure not to smoke around your partner. Talk to your doctor if you need help quitting. HELP PREPARE FOR THE NEW ARRIVAL. You and your partner can decide how to set up the baby’s sleep area. You might also shop together for a crib, baby clothes, and other items you’ll need for the baby. HELP HER HAVE A HEALTHY PREGNANCY. There are a lot of other ways you can help your partner and the baby stay healthy. For example: • Take walks together, as long as it’s OK with her doctor. It’s a great way to bond and help her get some healthy exercise. • Help her steer clear of things that may be especially harmful to her now. For example, if you have a cat, you should clean the litter box. • Eat a healthy diet together, avoid alcohol, and don’t do illegal drugs so it’s easier for her to do the same. Sources: March of Dimes; American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Makes 4 servings. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 4 cups vegetable broth or fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth ½ cup frozen baby lima beans 1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added black, Great Northern or navy beans 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables ½ cup frozen tri-colored bell peppers 2 teaspoons dried oregano or thyme Pinch of dried red pepper flakes 1 cup frozen broccoli florets Salt, to taste ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese DIRECTIONS 1 In large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. 2 Add onion, and cook until translucent, 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 3 Add broth, and bring liquid to boil. 4 Add lima beans; reduce heat; and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes. 5 Add canned beans, mixed vegetables, peppers, oregano and pepper flakes, and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes. 6 Add broccoli, cover, and cook for 5 minutes. 7 Add salt to taste. QUICK EIGHT-VEGETABLE SOUP ketteringhealth.org 1918 ketteringhealth.org
  • 11. Women’s center offers support for women and families I’m THERESupport FAMILIES For those searching for information, resources, and hope in the face of their pregnancy- related concerns, Miami Valley Women’s Center wants to help. “Miami Valley Women’s Center is an organization that values life, supports families, and demonstrates Christ’s love,” says Executive Director Tiffany Seifman. The clients’ health and safety remain the top priority. The women’s center empowers clients by educating them about all their options in order to make an informed decision, as well as connecting them to resources to continue on the path of health. “For every client that comes to this organization, we want to meet her or him with life-affirming information,” says Seifman. For this reason, the women’s center offers services including pregnancy testing, limited ultrasound, parenting classes, and support programs at no cost to the client. At its core, the women’s center aims to be there when people need it most. “Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to face it alone,” says Seifman. Partnering to improve lives Kettering Health Network is proud to partner with and support the Miami Valley Women’s Center. Both organizations share the common goal of improving health in our communities. A caring place to turn In Dayton, Huber Heights, and Xenia, visit womenscenter.org or call the 24-hour Careline: (937) 298-2822 HERE TO HELP WHATEVER YOU’RE FACING, YOU DON’T HAVE TO FACE IT ALONE. Kettering Medical Center Delivery Room As leader of Kettering’s bereavement program, Nancy helped design and develop the Garden of Hope, where families who have experienced a miscarriage or stillbirth can visit to remember their child. Faces of CARE THANK A NURSE DURING NURSES WEEK ON MAY 6–12, AT KETTERINGHEALTH.ORG The sacred work nurses do every day requires someone with patience, compassion, strength, and the ability to act under pressure. The Cameo of Caring Award is given in recognition of registered nurses who exemplify wisdom, advocacy, and caring in professional nursing. Here are the 2014 award recipients. Nancy Tallyn Chris Anderson Southview Medical Center Intensive Care Unit Chris’s peers notice that he passionately advocates for his patients when talking to the doctors. Greene Memorial Hospital Emergency Department Elizabeth’s colleagues say it’s easy for patients to relate to her, and that she is committed to caring for the whole person. Elizabeth Bogan Scott Shiverdecker Grandview Medical Center Operating Room His colleagues describe Scott as a confident and competent nurse whose goals are quality patient care and safety. THANKa nurse Soin Medical Center Emergency Department Patty advocates for changes by serving on multiple committees. She shows compassion for patients, including the time she gathered staff to pray with a patient when a chaplain could not arrive soon enough. Sycamore Medical Center Unit 1 Having been recognized for outstanding customer service 83 times in 2013 alone, Evan is recognized by his colleagues for being a positive person who motivates others with his selfless actions and leads by example. Fort Hamilton Hospital Surgery Department Donna’s co-workers describe her as a nurse who goes out of her way to promote a positive image, leads by example, and provides compassionate care. Evan Maurer Patricia Barker Donna Barker 20 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 21
  • 12. If you have diabetes, you probably know that eating too many sugary foods is bad for your blood sugar. But did you know that stress can be bad, too? Stress can quickly cause blood sugar to spike or fall. It also can overwhelm and derail wellness plans, which can affect blood sugar. If you have diabetes, it’s important to make managing stress a part of your overall goals. Positive ways to DON’T BOTTLE UP WHAT’S BOTHERING YOU. An honest conversation with a colleague, loved one, counselor, or adviser can often keep you moving and thinking in positive and productive ways. TAKE TIME TO THINK. Carefully consider your actions so that your emotions don’t get the best of you, causing you to say or do something you might regret. TAKE 5 (OR 10). A quick walk, a chat with colleagues, or a few moments to breathe deeply can clear the mind, calm thoughts, and give you time to regroup. STRIVE FOR BALANCE IN YOUR LIFE. Daily life has its demands, but it’s important to save time for yourself. Do what you enjoy, whether that’s working at a hobby or reading a book. MAKE WELLNESS A PRIORITY. You’ll be better prepared for challenges if you get at least 30 minutes of exercise almost every day, eat healthy foods, and get enough sleep. I’m THEREDIABETES For education classes to help you manage diabetes, call Joslin Diabetes Centers at Kettering Health Network: (937) 401-7575 FOR MORE HELP Sources: American Diabetes Association; American Psychological Association; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Mental Health America DIVIDE AND CONQUER. Split large projects into smaller tasks, keep careful to-do lists, and stay organized. de-stress When temperatures outside heat up, try overnight oats. Using raw, old-fashioned rolled oats instead of cooked steel-cut oats, combine all ingredients in a container with a lid. Add unsweetened almond milk or skim milk until ingredients are well-covered in liquid. Cover the container and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy cool, berry-infused oats in the morning. Healthy EATS INGREDIENTS 1 cup cooked oatmeal (steel-cut or rolled old-fashioned) 1 cup raspberries, blackberries, and/or blueberries (frozen or fresh) 1 dollop of fat-free yogurt ¼ cup almonds, walnuts, or pecans (optional) Pinch of sugar-free sweetener (optional) DIRECTIONS 1 Cook the steel-cut oats according to the package instructions and place in bowl. 2 Stir in sweetener if desired. 3 Top with a dollop of fat-free yogurt, berries, and nuts. So much goodness! COLDHOT BREAKFAST A diabetes-friendly OATM­EAL As a whole grain, oatmeal’s high fiber content keeps blood sugar levels from spiking. BERRIES These low- sugar fruits are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, potassium, and fiber. YOGURT Try plain Greek yogurt for extra blood sugar– balancing protein. NUTS The magnesium in nuts is believed to be instrumental in carb metabolism. 22 ketteringhealth.org ketteringhealth.org 23
  • 13. When it comes to your health, you want the best care possible. Trust your health to the leader in quality care. Visit ketteringhealth.org/findaphysician | Call 1-844-254-6742 Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Madison, WI Permit No. 1184 Kettering Health Network 3535 Southern Blvd. Kettering, OH 45429 ™Health Network Update or remove address by emailing healthconnection@ketteringhealth.org. A NEW ERA IN CANCER CARE Kettering Health Network will break ground on a new Cancer Center at Kettering Medical Center in May 2015. IN THE NEWS