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Podiatrist Glendale, CA – Brad Aguirre, DPM, PC
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If you are looking for a podiatrist in Glendale, CA, we welcome you to our practice.
At Brad Aguirre, DPM, PC, our priority is to deliver quality care to informed patients in a comfortable and convenient setting.
When you have problems with your feet, you need to turn to a podiatrist who listens and responds … an experienced doctor who knows the field and can effectively diagnose and treat your needs … a friendly physician who counsels you on the best ways to maintain and improve your health. Our physician meets all these criteria. Plus, you benefit from a dedicated team of trained professionals who give you the individualized attention you deserve.
Dr. Aguirre believes that informed patients are better prepared to make decisions regarding their health and well-being. That is why we’ve included an extensive section on this website covering the full array of topics associated with podiatry and podiatric diagnoses and treatments including information on fungal nails and the new Pinpointe Laser used for toenail laser fungus treatment. We encourage you to look through these pages whenever you have an interest or concern about your feet.
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|Weight/Size||350ml cup size 12.3 fl oz / 280ml content fill|
|Dimensions||H 124 x W 87 x D 87mm|
|Country of origin||United Kingdom|
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By Dr. Naomi Jay, RN, NP, PhD, SF Bay Times, November 2013
I promised I wouldn’t write every column on HPV (human papillomavirus) or anuses, and I won’t, but bear with me (pun intended) for one or two columns in honor of the upcoming inaugural International Anal Neoplasia Society Conference here in San Francisco beginning Friday November 22nd. I will report on highlights of the conference next month. The connection between the two topics is that HPV is associated with most anal cancers and precancer lesions as well as anal warts.
The most common question I am asked by patients no matter their age, gender or sexual proclivities, is: “Can I pass this to my partner(s)?” The most common question I am asked by other providers is: “Who should get the HPV vaccine?”
There are over 100 HPV types. About 30 effect the genitalia, anus and mouth. They cause warts and cancers of all these areas. Sadly, Farah Fawcett Major died of anal cancer, and Michael Douglas is the poster boy for oral HPV-related cancers. It has been understood for decades that HPV is a necessary cause of all cervical cancers. In the cervix, vagina, vulva and anus we have clear recognized pre-cancerous changes and that is what the Pap smear (cytology) screens for. When a test indicates that there may be a lesion, the individual is referred for higher level testing, which could include a colposcopy exam and/or high resolution anoscopy.
But what about exposure to HPV in the first place? If the HPV weren’t there, none of this would be going on, right? Well, therein lies the problem. Everyone gets HPV. There have been virgin and nun studies done that show HPV exposure. Women who have only had sex with women can be HPV positive. Studies have shown that most gay men (or any MSM) are HPV positive, and with multiple types, especially among HIV-positive men. The only persons unaffected by HPV are those who have never had any sexual contact. No hands, no tongues, no penises, no vaginas touching any or all of these parts.
I like to think of HPV as a pyramid. The bottom of that pyramid is exposure to the virus – and it is universal. As you go up the pyramid, there are the low-grade changes and these includes warts. A nuisance, and no one wants them, but benign. The official medical term for these are low grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (LSIL). Then there are the high-grade lesions (HSIL), which are thought of as pre-cancerous. Since it’s a pyramid, most of these won’t become cancers, but we can’t tell which ones will and won’t progress to cancer, therefore our approach has been to treat them all by removing them. We now know that in women, most of the cervical changes will go away by the time a woman is 30. It is the HPV and lesions that persist beyond age 30 that we have to worry about to prevent a cervical cancer from developing. However, we don’t have similar studies for the anal canal, and research on the oral cavity is in its infancy.
So what do I tell my patients? First, that everyone has HPV and that unless they are sleeping with 16-year-old virgins they don’t need to worry about transmitting HPV to their partners. Everyone can give or get HPV from anyone – straight, gay, anywhere in the LGBTQI spectrum. The exposure to HPV is not the problem, because in a healthy sexually active person there will be exposure to HPV. Once exposed, it’s between the individual and their immune system what happens to that HPV.
While you can give someone HPV, you cannot give someone a high-grade lesion or cancer. I also tell my patients that about 50% of HIV-positive individuals will have a high-grade anal lesion. We also find such lesions in about 25% of HIV-negative GBTQI anuses (lesbians, we get a pass here). The cancers are still rare, about 150 per 100,000 (compared to breast cancer that is more like 11,000 per 100,000), but this is still much higher than cervical cancer ever was. Therefore, if you have an anus that receives or received receptive intercourse and especially if you are HIV-positive, please ask your provider about getting screened with a Pap (cytology) smear. If the test result is not normal – then you should be referred for a high resolution anoscopy exam.
There are two HPV vaccines now that over time should change the natural history of what I just explained – meaning less of all these problems in the next generation of LGBTQI folks. Gardasil contains the 4 HPV types that cause most warts (6,11) and cancers (16, 18). It has been approved for both men and women up to age 27. Cervarix protects against the two cancer HPV types (16,18) and is approved only for women up to age 25. The vaccine is most effective before someone is sexually active. There is some evidence that it may be helpful in people who are already sexually active (thus the approval in men and women up to age 27), and many believe it will help the immune system prevent the development or recurrence of lesions even in people who have clearly been exposed to HPV. These studies are underway. My advice: I don’t routinely recommend vaccination in anyone over age 26, although it is probably safe. I just don’t think we know if it will help, and in anyone over the age of 26, the cost will not be covered by insurance.
I hope to have updates on this and will have more to report next month concerning both the IANS conference November 22-24, and the AIDS Malignancy Conference on November 21st at UCSF.
Dr. Naomi Jay is a nurse practitioner in the department of Infectious Disease at UCSF.


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San Francisco Bay Area Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
|Procedure:||About 60 to 90 min|
|Recovery:||2 weeks minimum
If heavy lifting is needed, can be up to 6 weeks
|Anesthesia Type:||General or Epidural Anethesia|
Arrange childcare in advance
Refrain from climbing stars for a few days
|Commonly Combined with:||Liposuction of Back/Waist
Breast Lift/ Buttock Lift
A Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) is designed to smooth and flatten the abdomen by excising excess skin, fat and tightening the abdominal wall. Dr. Delgado offers the option of a waist enhancement technique that tightens additional musculature (the external oblique fascia) around the waist. This procedure trims and sculpts the waistline and improves the shape of the upper buttocks as a bonus.
Ideal Candidate for a Tummy Tuck
A Tummy Tuck is appropriate for men and women who are in good health and have any combination of loose abdominal skin, excess abdominal fat, or lax abdominal musculature.
A patient may be a candidate if she has any of the following:
- Excess or loose, hanging abdominal skin, either from weight loss or pregnancy.
- An abdomen that protrudes unnaturally and out of proportion to the rest of the body.
- An abdominal muscle compartment that has been weakened by pregnancy or aging.
- Excess fat that is concentrated beneath the abdominal skin.
Tummy Tuck Surgery & Recovery
The tummy tuck surgery is performed through a horizontal incision made toward the hipbone. Dr. Delgado uses an anesthetic technique that decreases your risk of nausea, and enables you to recover faster and go home the same day. You will have to wear a girdle for 6 weeks after surgery, and will have a small drain that collects in a plastic reservoir for 4-7 days. Expect discomfort for the first 3 days. At one week, most patients feel quite well. We recommend 2 weeks off of work, as you need to feel comfortable. The only restrictions at 2 weeks are no heavy lifting or straining. By 6 weeks, you can do abdominal crunches.
You will have several post-op visits the first week, as this is the crucial healing time, and quite a few more throughout the year. Staying bent at the waist during the first week is important to healing a fine line scar. The results are dramatic and long lasting. Most patients find that a flatter and firmer abdomen boosts his/her confidence and makes them feel more confident in clothing. Unless a significant amount of weight is gained or lost, a patient can expect to retain his or her new shape for many years. Contact Dr. Delgado to schedule your consultation today!
Frequently Asked Questions
About Tummy Tuck Surgery
1. How is a tummy tuck performed?
During an abdominoplasty, Dr. Delgado makes a horizontal incision across along the lower abdomen, staying inside within the underwear coverage area line. The underlying muscle is tightened like a corset. Excess skin is pulled down and meticulously trimmed and the incision line is sewn closed. The belly button (navel) does not change from its original location in the abdomen, but it is pulled through a tiny incision made in the newly tightened abdominal skin. Tiny sutures reaffix it to the skin surface, resulting in a flat reset as an “innie” style belly button (navel).
2. What can I expect during my initial consultation?
Dr. Delgado sees patients for consultations in both his offices, with one being located in San Francisco and the other being located north of the Golden Gate Bridge, in the city of Novato, in Marin County. He sees patients in both locations for consultations. In your initial consultation, Dr. Delgado will inquire about your concerns and goals, both short-term and long-term. Dr. Delgado, in addition, will confirm that you are certain you will not become pregnant in the future. This is because the procedure is intended only for patients who have completed childbearing or have no intentions or ability to become pregnant in the future. Dr. Delgado will perform a physical examination to assess the degree of your skin laxity, determine any slackness in the belly button and your abdominal wall and evaluate the appearance of the belly button (navel). He will show you an outline of where the incisions will be located and how long they would be. Dr. Delgado will have the opportunity to review before and after photographs of patients that he has performed surgery on so that you have an impression of his artistic work and talent. You will be presented with a DVD that shows patient testimonials as well as a DVD of a patient’s total experience. An exact price quote for your procedure will be prepared and given to you the day of your consultation for review.
3. Is there anything I need to do to prepare for surgery?
The most important preparation you need to make is to prepare your family (or friend caregiver) and your home for your recovery. Make it as comfortable and uneventful as possible. Initially, your family/caregiver will be required to help you initially get in and out of bed and to and from the bathroom. You will need them to prepare food for you and assist you with your medications. If it is your habit to smoke, you need to discontinue this entirely. This needs to be stopped at least four weeks prior to surgery as smoking significantly impedes normal healing and can compromise your final results. Dr. Delgado and his staff will explain all the elements for the blood clot prevention program, which is a pro-active educational process designed to help prevent the serious complications of blood clots and thromboembolism. Prior to surgery, it is important to avoid all blood-thinning products that inhibit the blood’s ability to clot. These products include all non-steroid anti-inflammatory medications (e.g. Advil, aspirin, Motrin, Aleve, ibuprofen) and medications containing aspirin. Fish oil and certain herbal supplements need to be avoided for the same reason. Dr. Delgado will be providing a 20-page information booklet with these and other details to help you prepare for surgery.
4. How long does the procedure take?
It takes approximately four to five hours. Often times, liposuction is done at the same time, which takes an additional hour or so. It also depends on if there is a waist-enhancement procedure performed, which takes more time as well. The length of time also depends if there are additional procedures, such as breast surgery; much like a Mommy Makeover. Dr. Delgado will be able to give you a fairly accurate time for your surgical procedure.
5. What type of anesthesia is administered?
Abdominoplasty surgery requires general anesthesia. An LMA (or laryngeal mask airway) is a new, state-of-the-art technique that allows the patient to breathe unassisted during the procedure. Short acting anesthesia medications are given to maintain an adequate, but light level of general anesthesia. This allows the patient to awaken very quickly at the end of the procedure. However, with a Tummy Tuck procedure, it is required that a short period of paralysis is performed, so that the abdominal muscles can be adequately tightened. This, again, is a short-acting paralysis, which quickly wears off before the procedure is concluded. Unless the muscles are in a relaxed state, this cannot be adequately accomplished. The anesthesiologist manages the patient’s breathing during this short phase. For most of the procedure, however, the patient breathes on their own.
6. Will I be able to return home the same day?
Most patients are able to return home the day of surgery. Significant advances have been made regarding the early postop recovery with the addition of the long acting Exparel directly into the surgical site for three to four days following surgery. This greatly reduces the amount of discomfort during the early postoperative period. However, if other procedures are added, an overnight stay may be required for safety and pain management.
7. When can I return to work?
You will be able to return to work and most other activities within two to three weeks following your procedure. However, intense exercise and other strenuous activities should be avoided for at least six weeks to avoid unnecessary swelling and excessive stress on freshly healed structures. Driving generally can be resumed usually within reach in seven to ten days.
8. How significant are my scars following my procedure?
All surgical procedures leave incisional scars. Dr. Delgado understands that you want these scars located in the most inconspicuous areas, so that regular clothing will conceal them. The scar is located low on the abdomen, just above the pubic hairline on most patients. The scar traverses from hipbone to hipbone. The exact length of the scar will depend on how much extra skin is to be removed. The scars can be easily hidden with clothing and will significantly blend into your skin tone over the subsequent year. Women tend to wear a large variety of clothing styles and they can opt to have a lower or higher incision.
9. Will I be able to have children after an abdominoplasty?
We recommend that the childbearing years be completed. The internal tightening of the muscles could adversely affect a future pregnancy and, therefore, pregnancy is highly discouraged following a Tummy Tuck. We do not recommend it.
10. How can I tell if I am a good candidate
Many women, after childbearing years, require a Tummy Tuck to reclaim their pre-pregnancy bodies. The results of pregnancy can cause irreversible stretching, increased laxity of the skin, increased muscle laxity around the mid torso region and unwelcome increased fat deposits. A patient may best benefit from a Mommy Makeover, which, in addition to an Abdominoplasty, includes breast surgery and liposuction. This has become a very popular surgery combination. Other patients who are good candidates are patients who lose a large amount of weight, resulting in excess skin, which responds extremely well with a Tummy Tuck procedure.
11. What is the cost of tummy tuck surgery?
The cost of tummy tuck surgery is about $12,000. That includes Dr. Delgado’s professional fee, Esperal for pain control, Marin Cosmetic Surgery Center fee, the anesthesiologist’s fee and all follow up care. It may be more if additional procedures are added such as; waist enhancement and additional liposuction. At the time of your consultation you will be given a detailed estimate of all your surgery fees.
Additional Before & After Photos
This is a 45-year-old, San Francisco, California resident who presented to the San Francisco Bay Area office at Union Square for evaluation for a tummy tuck. She is a mother of two children and underwent C-sections for her children. She underwent a full tummy tuck with liposuction of her back, flanks and medial thighs for a total of 1875 cc of fat removed. Her procedure was performed at the Marin Cosmetic Surgery Center in Marin County, California.
*Results May Vary.
This is a 30-year-old resident of Greenbrae, California who presented to the Novato office in Marin County for evaluation for a tummy tuck. She is a mother of two children. She is 5 feet tall and weighs 124 pounds. She underwent a tummy tuck with the waist enhancement procedure as well as liposuction of the back, flanks and upper hip region. She had 4200 cc of fat aspirated. Her surgery was performed at Marin Cosmetic Surgery Center in Marin County, California. Note the nice, slim silhouette of her waist and the effect of the waist enhancement procedure to her tummy tuck.
*Results May Vary.
This is a 39-year-old resident of San Rafael, California who presented to the Marin Bay Area office for evaluation for a tummy tuck. She is a mother of four children. She is 5 feet tall and weighs 112 pounds. She underwent a breast augmentation using Mentor 300 cc, normal-saline breast implants with a full tummy tuck and liposuction of her flanks. The tummy tuck and liposuction were performed two months after the breast augmentation for completing her Mommy Makeover procedures. Her surgery was performed at Marin Cosmetic Surgery Center in Marin County, California. Note the slim contour of her waist.
*Results May Vary.
This is a 39-year-old resident of San Rafael, California who presented to the Novato, California office for evaluation for a tummy tuck. She is a mother of four children. She is 5 feet tall and weighs 112 pounds. She underwent a breast augmentation using Mentor 300 cc, normal-saline breast implants with a full tummy tuck and liposuction of her flanks. The tummy tuck and liposuction were performed two months after the breast augmentation for completing her Mommy Makeover procedures. Her surgery was performed at Marin Cosmetic Surgery Center in Marin County, California. Note the slim contour of her waist.
*Results May Vary.
This is a 45-year-old resident of Napa County, California who presented to the Novato office in Marin County for evaluation for a tummy tuck. She is 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 135 pounds. She is a mother of two children. She underwent a full tummy tuck and tumescent liposuction of her flanks. Her surgery was performed at Marin Cosmetic Surgery Center in Marin County, California. Note the nice, thin, natural appearance of her midsection and the nicely proportioned belly button.
*Results May Vary.
This is a 49-year-old resident of Petaluma, California who presented to the Novato office location in Marin County for evaluation for a tummy tuck. She has three children, two of which were a set of twins. She is 5 feet 7 inches and weighs 150 pounds. She underwent a C-section. She has undergone a full tummy tuck and liposuction using ultrasonic liposuction of her flanks. Her surgery was performed at Marin Cosmetic Surgery Center in Marin County, California.
*Results May Vary.
Disclaimer: Results may vary depending on patient condition and specific needs.


Herbal Tea Blends
A divine range of freshly blended medicinal herbal teas presented in a quality seamless food-grade iron tin, infinitely reusable.
Choose from the following blends:
Fortify - A refreshing and deeply nourishing blend of organic spring nettles and peppermint. Great for people experiencing fatigue, low iron, seasonal allergies, or anyone wanting to boost their mineral intake naturally.
Sleep, My Love - A gentle and effective sleep tonic including organic rose petals, lavender, chamomile and passionflower. A perfect wind-down if you're feeling stressed, suffer from a busy mind at bedtime, and want a gently sedative brew that won't make you woozy. Wonderfully aromatic, can be sweetened with a little milk and honey for a lush bedtime brew.
Goddess Tea - A tart and juicy blend of roselle, rose hips and sweet lemon to boost vitamin C and natural hyaluronic acid and collagen production in the skin. Makes a gorgeous ice-tea, or add a concentrated infusion to sparkling water, or enjoy simply as a hot infusion.
Kawakawa & Lime - A spicy blend of wildcrafted kawakawa, organic local lime, organic elderflower, and organic NZ grown lemon verbena. Perfect for sore throats, upset tummies, winter ills and chills, or as a daily tonic for over-all good health.


What is continuing care?
Albertas continuing care system provides Albertans with the health, personal care and accommodation services they need to support their independence and quality of life.
Source: Alberta Health Continuing Care
Home Care Program services include: assessment, case management, professional nursing, rehabilitation therapy, social work and personal care. Services are based on assessed unmet need for short term or long-term care, and include palliative or end-of-life care. Home care also provides assessments for applications to continuing care centres, designated assisted living, and facility respite care. Services are available for all ages with health-related problems that can be managed in a community setting.
For more information contact Alberta Health Services
The primary housing option for persons who are able to live independently with minimal support services. Home living is the housing option for persons who choose to and who are able to maintain active, healthy, independent living while remaining in their home as long as possible. In order to support continued independent living, basic Home Care services may be provided and/or the individual can purchase services from another agency.
A home-like setting where people can maintain control over their lives while also receiving the support they need. The buildings are specifically designed with common areas and features to allow individuals to "age in place". Building features include private space and a safe, secure and barrier-free environment. Supportive living promotes residents' independence and aging in place through the provision of services such as 24-hour monitoring, emergency response, security, meals, housekeeping and life-enrichment activities. Publicly-funded personal care and health services are provided to supportive living residents based on assessed unmet needs.
Designated Supportive Living Level 3:
Assisted Living (SL3) option where AHS controls access to a specific number of beds according to a contractual agreement between AHS and the operator. Twenty-four hour on-site scheduled and unscheduled personal care and support services are provided by Health Care Aides. Professional health services including Registered Nurse services with 24 hour on-call availability, case management and other consultative services are provided through AHS.
Designated Supportive Living Level 4:
Enhanced Assisted Living (SL4) option where AHS controls access to a specific number of beds according to a contractual agreement between AHS and the operator. Twenty-four hour on-site scheduled and unscheduled professional and personal care and support services are provided by Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides. Professional health services including Registered Nurse services with 24 hour on-call availability, case management and other consultative services are provided through AHS.
Designated Supportive Living Level 4 Dementia:
Enhanced Assisted Living Dementia (SL4-D) option provides services for individuals with moderate dementia that will progress to later stages or other forms of cognitive impairment who require a secure therapeutic environment.
Long-term Care Facility:
A purpose-built congregate care option for individuals with complex, unpredictable medical needs who require 24 hour on-site Registered Nurse assessment and/or treatment. In addition, professional services may be provided by Licensed Practical Nurses and 24 hour on-site unscheduled and scheduled personal care and support are provided by Health Care Aides. Case management, Registered Nursing, Rehabilitation Therapy and other consultative services are provided on-site. Long-term care facilities include "nursing homes" under the Nursing Homes Act and "auxiliary hospitals" under the Hospitals Act.


A ketogenic diet (KD) could induce nutritional ketosis. Over time, the body will acclimate to use ketone bodies as a primary fuel to achieve keto-adaptation. Keto-adaptation may provide a consistent and fast energy supply, thus improving exercise performance and capacity. With its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative properties, a KD may contribute to muscle health, thus preventing exercise-induced fatigue and damage. Given the solid basis of its potential to improve exercise capacity, numerous investigations into KD and exercise have been carried out in recent years. This narrative review aims to summarize recent research about the potential of a KD as a nutritional approach during endurance exercise, focusing on endurance capacity, recovery from fatigue, and the prevention of exhaustive exercise-induced muscle and organ damage.


Medical procedures, no matter how big or small, always require a degree of preparation and, afterwards, recovery time. The required visit to the hospital or clinic, and then the required “downtime”, don’t necessarily inspire feelings of fun and relaxation– but it doesn’t have to be this way. Instead of spending your convalescence cooped up in your house, imagine yourself somewhere else. Imagine yourself in a hammock gently swaying in the breeze, sipping on a delicious tropical juice or perhaps some ice cold coconut water. Sound appealing? If you’re planning on undergoing a medical procedure– be it cataract surgery or body contouring– then consider having it done in Panama.
Health tourism, also called medical tourism, is a form of travel where people visit another country in order to get medical, dental, or surgical care while at the same time having a vacation. In the past few years, Panama has emerged as a leading destination for health tourism, and for good reason. There is a wide selection of U.S. trained, English-speaking doctors at your disposal, and the country’s hospitals and medical facilities rival those in the United States. Hospital Punta Pacifica, for example, is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine, boasts ultra-modern facilities, the latest technology, and superb attention to patients– it has a 1 to 2 nurse to patient ratio in the general procedure ward, and a 1.5 to 1 ratio in the ICU.
One of the biggest advantages to having medical procedures done in Panama is the low cost. You will save anywhere between 40% and 80% of what you would normally pay in a U.S. hospital. For example, a pacemaker surgery can cost $40,000 in the states, but only $8,500 in Panama, representing a saving of almost 80%! If you also consider the convenience of having the U.S. dollar as the official currency in Panama, as well as the country’s reputation for being a safe and modern place, traveling to Panama for medical attention is an obvious choice.
With the warm, tropical climate and so many things to see and do, Panama offers you the opportunity to have fun and improve your health. The best time to visit is between December and April, which is when Panamanians celebrate summer by going to the beaches, rivers and mountains, and by hosting Carnaval and other regional festivals and fairs. Visitors can fly to Panama very easily, since it is only 2 and 1/2 hours from Miami, and there are daily flights to Panama City from Miami, Houston, Los Angeles, and New York, among others. Why not fly in, do some sightseeing– in addition to beaches and islands, there are many opportunities to do ecotourism, such as birdwatching and wildlife observation– and then head to one of the country’s world-class hospitals for a knee replacement? Afterwards, you can rest and relax in style at one of Panama’s many hotels and resorts, arriving home a rejuvenated, healthier person. You don’t even have to worry about overstaying your visa, since the tourist visa U.S. citizens are granted upon arrival at the airport is valid for 90 days, and you can easily get an extension afterwards.
Popular treatments in Panama are both health-related and cosmetic. Frequent dental services include teeth whitening, veneers and dental implants. In the area of opthalmology, some of the most popular procedures are Lasik, cataract surgery, glaucoma surgery, and vitreo retinal surgery. Other treatments that draw flocks of visitors to Panama include cardiology, stem cell therapy, fertility treatments, bariatric and obesity surgeries, orthopedics (including hip and knee replacements), cancer treatment and oncology. And, of course, there is a wide range of cutting-edge cosmetic procedures including face, breast, and body contouring. The top hospitals for medical tourism are Hospital Punta Pacifica, Hospital Nacional, Clinica Hospital San Fernando, and Centro Medico Paitilla. All of these have highly-qualified doctors and staff, and boast state of the art facilities.
Whether you live in Panama or are just visiting, the country’s advanced medical tourism infrastructure offers something for everyone. Why not combine your health care needs with a much deserved vacation?


About the Doctor
Dr. Irene Strychalski is a board-certified orthodontist in Dunkirk, New York. She specializes in providing orthodontic braces and orthopedic care for children, as well as Invisalign, ceramic and gold braces for teenagers and adults. Dr. Irene also provides oral appliances for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and temporomandibular disorders.
Dr. Irene obtained a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from SUNY Buffalo School of Dental medicine, where she graduated magna cum laude. She also earned a Master of Science degree and a certificate of proficiency in orthodontics from the institution.
Dr. Irene is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a Fellow of American College of Dentists, International College of Dentists and Pierre Fauchard Academy. She has been a spokesperson for the American Association of Orthodontists and has participated in career fairs, panel discussions, radio shows and magazine interviews. She also co-authored several orthodontic research articles that have been published in national journals.
Dr. Irene is a member of the American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontics, New York State Dental Association, New York State Society of Orthodontists, Eighth District Dental Association, Eighth District Orthodontic Academy, and is a past president of the Chautauqua County Dental Association. She is also a member of the Northeastern Society of Orthodontists, where she served as the first female president.
Dr. Irene currently serves as branch co-president of the American Association of University Women and does volunteer service with the Belarus Children of Chernobyl, Fredonia Opera House’s Bach & Beyond Music Festival, the Rotary Club of Dunkirk, as well as musical programs at senior centers and nursing homes.
She currently resides in Dunkirk with her husband, Dr. James T. Strychalski. They have four daughters.


Matter Company's Nipple Cream is a special Lanolin- free balm to help soothe, and heal chapped nipples due to breastfeeding. The healing botanical blend of Calendula, Marshmallow Root, Plantain and Witch Hazel Leaf are set in nourishing Olive Oil and Grapeseed Oil. Mom will have peace of mind knowing that this product is safe for baby if ingested, and can be used multipurpose, on chapped lips, noses and cheeks.
28g / 1 oz
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It’s important to take care of your face as a whole, but sometimes the more delicate areas — your eyes, for example — benefit from a targeted treatment. And this is where the BIOEFFECT EGF Eye Mask Treatment comes in.
BIOEFFECT EGF Eye Mask Treatment is a handy kit which includes a bottle of our EGF Eye Serum and six pairs of hydrogel eye masks.
What does it do?
Use the eye masks first for the ultimate intensive hydration boost, then smooth on a small amount of the eye serum for targeted anti-ageing.
Together, the mask and serum work to:
• Rebalance moisture levels
• Reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles
• Reduce the look of undereye puffiness
• Leave skin firm and radiant
The EGF Eye Mask Treatment is oil-free, paraben-free, and fragrance-free, making it suitable for all skin types!
What is EGF?
EGF stands for epidermal growth factor. EGF is a cellular activator, which means it encourages greater activity in the cells.
In this instance, EGF recognises and binds to a specific receptor on the outer surface of the skin cells. The receptor sends a message to the nuclei of the cells (the control centres, so to speak) and this leads to the increased production of collagen and elastin, two important structural proteins found in the skin.
The BIOEFFECT EGF Eye Mask Treatment is currently being sold exclusively at Harrods, retailing at £75.
Each kit contains:
• 3ml EGF Eye Serum
• 6 hydrogel eye masks
It can be difficult to strike a balance between fighting ageing around the eye area while still caring for the delicate skin. But, here at BIOEFFECT, we like to think that we’ve created the perfect compromise.


The Covid-19 pandemic has gotten a radical transform us. We are bound to our homes, yet in addition doing more family tasks than we used to. From washing utensils to cleaning our homes, our hands are being presented to various sorts of aggravations every day of the week. What's more, the two specialists and the public authority, have underscored that normal hand washing and utilizing liquor based hand sanitizers are principal to forestall the spread of infection.
Really focusing on our hands, a flexible device that it is, is vital during circumstances such as the present. Grumblings like dryness, breaks, scaling and excruciating gaps on the hands because of rehashed hand washing and openness to cleansers/cleansers have been on the ascent. Patients with prior issues like atopic dermatitis, hand sensitivities and psoriasis are finding it harder to deal with their skin wellbeing.
For what reason in all actuality does hand washing dry our skin?
The upper most layer of the skin, called the layer corneum has a "blocks and concrete" game plan. The blocks, comprised of a protein rich material are stuck by the mortar, made out of lipids. This course of action shapes the "skin obstruction", keeping water misfortune from inside the skin. It likewise restricts allergens and aggravations from entering the skin.
At the point when cleanser cooperates with the skin, it breaks down the soil and the infection, yet in addition can disturb the lipid layer of the skin. This debilitates the skin boundary causing the skin to lose its non-abrasiveness and permits allergens to handily enter the skin.
The following are 10 stages that you can follow to guarantee that your hands are all around safeguarded during this difficult stretch.
1. Hand washing
There is no getting away from hand washing with cleanser and water. Utilize a syndet based bar or a cleanser free chemical that is liberated from brutal surfactants. Pick one that doesn't have any
additional antibacterial specialists, aromas and varieties as these can bother the skin further. Antibacterials in cleanser like triclosan play no part in safeguarding the skin against infections and can dry the skin further. Try not to wash hands with added substances like chloroxylenol (Dettol). They are incredibly brutal on the skin. Utilize cold water or tepid water. Try not to utilize boiling water to wash hands as intensity can additionally take away oils from the skin.
Apply a liberal measure of a thick lotion in no less than 3 minutes of wiping your distant. This '3-minute' rule will assist with securing in the dampness. A cream fills the holes between the skin cells, forestalls dampness misfortune and furthermore draws dampness from the encompassing environment and holds it inside the skin. Hence, it fixes the boundary that can get separated by rehashed cleanser openness and makes the skin smooth and delicate. A lotion can be pretty much as straightforward as petrol jam. However, for a cosmetically seriously engaging one, search for fixings like white delicate paraffin, squalene, dimethicone, vegetable oils like coconut oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, shea spread, cocoa margarine and pyrrolidone carboxylic corrosive.
3. Try not to clean your hands with a loofah or pumice stone to eliminate toughness. This can develop gaps and present disease. This can hurt the skin boundary further and demolish dryness.
4. Keep a container of cream close to each sink in your home, similar to your kitchen, feasting region, washroom and furthermore on your bedside table. Regularly practice it to apply a similar each time you clean up. This is particularly significant for patients with previous hand dermatitis. At sleep time, use cotton gloves subsequent to saturating your hands to seal it in.
5. Limit wet work like washing utensils/garments to under 15 minutes at a stretch. Studies have shown that openness to water to beyond what 15 minutes can make critical harm the skin hindrance. Washing with running water is viewed as less hindering than drenching hands in a sink loaded up with lathery water.
6. Eliminate rings prior to washing vessels or garments. Cleansers can remain in the hole and keep on bothering the skin even after the wet work is finished.
7. Use cotton gloves under nitrile gloves while accomplishing wet work of any sort. Utilizing vinyl or nitrile gloves alone has displayed to expand the dampness misfortune from inside the skin. A cotton liner assists with forestalling this. Plastic and elastic gloves are related with sensitivities and consequently staying away from them is better.
8. Wear gloves while cutting citrus natural products, papaya, pineapple, ginger, garlic and onions. The juices from these food things can cause extreme stinging and consuming assuming that your hands are dry or broken. They additionally demolish dermatitis. Ensure that the gloves fit your hands well and don't permit the juices to leak inside.
9. Keep away from contact with finishes (wood/brassware), stain, hair colors, turpentine, and so on. While there is a lot of extra energy to enjoy side interests during this lockdown period, synthetic compounds can demolish hand dryness and incite sensitivities.
10. Counsel your dermatologist assuming you notice difficult/draining crevices, thick fixes and dryness that doesn't subside with the above measures. Don't self-cure with steroid creams or non-prescription meds.
A couple of moments of additional consideration will go far in keeping your hands delicate and graceful.


Providing collaborative therapy for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related developmental disabilities in the Roanoke Valley, New River Valley, Franklin County, and surrounding areas.
VA-ABC's mission is to provide individuals and their families with the skills and training needed to increase independence and improve the quality of their life experiences through evidence-based practices founded on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
VA-ABC was founded in 2011 to provide in-home ABA therapy, parent training, and consultative services. Since 2011, VA-ABC has grown to include a diverse group of professionals including specialized teachers, BCBAs (Licensed Behavior Analysts), Registered Behavior Technicians, and Occupational Therapists. Services have expanded to include center based therapy, social skills groups, contracted school district consultation, and a private day school to meet the educational and therapeutic needs of students.
VA-ABC has physical centers in Blacksburg, Roanoke, and Rocky Mount, Virginia.
Virginia Autism and Behavior Consulting Executive Director: Chrissy M. Jones, MS BCBA/LBA


Ease into movement first thing in the morning with this gentle energizing routine that will help your body warm up and get moving! Increase your energy with an active chest opener stretch that allows for deep energizing breathing while opening up your posture at the same time. Then move into full body movements that will increase your balance and stamina and get rid of any body stiffness while staying gentle on your joints. Then move into mobility work that promotes good posture and strengthens your major muscle groups including your back. Now that you have great blood flow moving through your body, its safe to begin some feel good stretches while concentrating on relaxing breathing.
This routine has the perfect combination of joint friendly exercises for gentle strengthening and even helps prevent injury and falls!
Download the video to follow along with Lisa and benefit from this morning energy stretch routine.


Sieps är en statlig myndighet som tar fram forskningsbaserade analyser i europapolitiska frågor. Målgruppen är i första hand svenska beslutsfattare på olika nivåer. Arbetet sker i samarbete med svenska och internationella forskare.
Free Movement of Welfare? Legal developments in the field of
Free movement of services is a fundamental principle of EC Law. Healthcare is among those services which are granted free movement. In Sweden, healthcare has been regarded as a duty for the national health provider to supply for patients. In EC Law, health care is considered to be a right for individuals.
This report analyzes EC Law as it stands today and concludes that the law is relatively clear. A patient that is in the need of health care which is provided for outside hospital infrastructure (extramural care) has a free choice. The patient can either receive the health care by the national health system or he or she can travel abroad, subject to important qualifications addressed in the report. A patient does however not have an unqualified free choice to travel abroad to receive intramural care. The report also addresses the issue of abortion and the question of healthcare as a marketplace in the context of a “European social model”.
The report is a part of the research project The EU's Internal Market: Effects on Central Areas.


Isn’t this interesting! Odra Noel’s “Map of Health” shows which diseases affect which countries, and the data are represented as cell types. Click to see the big version.
“North America struggles with rising obesity, and this adipose tissue (fat) is more beautiful close up than you would imagine. Central and South America are represented here by pulmonary tissue (lungs); smoking and respiratory infections are a leading cause of death. Europe, with its ageing population, suffers greatly from neurodegenerative diseases, including dementia (neurones, brain tissue). Great swathes of the middle East and central Asia are shown here as cardiac muscle (heart), as these regions are afflicted with rising levels of hypertension and other causes of heart and cardiovascular failure. The far East and the Pacific look beautiful in pancreatic acinar tissue; its failure causes diabetes, a major problem in this area, frequently described as a diabetes epidemic. And Africa is made of blood here. The only continent where the leading cause of death are transmittable diseases (infections), notably malaria and HIV. The only artery of the whole map is in the middle of Amazonia.”


"God has blessed me to see another day and I am truly grateful."
My experience with Prostate Cancer is not what I want for you. I wished, at the time I was diagnosed, that I had someone to guide me through the maze of treatments. It was then that I made a determination to become that Guide, with that was born the (JWPCF) Jim West Prostate Cancer Foundation.
I want to say to those diagnosed men and families, you do not have to go through this agony alone. There is much information to be shared by the Jim West Prostate Cancer Foundation.
We stand ready to be of assistance.
Signs and symptoms of prostate cancer
* You may experience frequent urination (especially at night)
* You may have difficulty passing urine
* You may be unable to hold back urine or be unable to urinate
* You may have a weak or interrupted flow of urine.
* You may feel like your bladder is still full even when you have just passed urine
* There may be blood in your urine or in your semen.
* You may get pain or a burning sensation when you are urinating
* You may experience pain when you ejaculate
* You may be having pain in your back, hip or pelvic area.This could be a sign that cancer has spread from the prostate to nearby lymph nodes, tissue or bones.
Jim West Prostate Cancer Foundation, Inc.
"It's a Family Affair" - Your Health, Their Well-being
It's that time again, our 6th Annual race is almost here. It will be our second year of the 8K race as the first 8K was such a success. The map is displayed below, it will be the same course as last year.
The Race will be held on Saurday 2nd January 2016, it starts at 8:00am, There will be a health fair until 2:00pm the same day, at the Casino.
You can register by clicking here.
© 2014 Jim West Prostate Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Non-profit Jim West Prostate Cancer Foundation
P.O. Box 35141 * St. Petersburg, FL 33705-0503
Phone : 727-580-2432
Please donate to the Jim West Prostate Foundation. Money's are used provide free PSA screenings as well as education and support groups. The board operates as a volunteer board, 100% of our finds are used for screenings and education.


AFTER CARE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS FOR DERM (BREATHABLE BANDAGE WRAP)
If the seal becomes broken and starts to leak and the tattoo is exposed, the derm must be removed. If it starts to leak and the tattoo is NOT exposed, clean the area with isopropyl alcohol and patch the area with the more derm. If your artist does not provide you with extra pieces, you can purchase Tagaderm from CVS or Walgreens.
Removing the derm
If you can, keep the bandage on for at least 5 days, or for the duration your artist recommends. To remove the bandage it is best to take it off in a nice steamy shower. First wash your hands with antibacterial soap then wash the entire area of the tattoo with antibacterial soap. Use coconut oil and spread it on the derm and start to peel the bandage back and let the coconut oil seep underneath. Slowly peel the derm off, try not to pull too hard, it should come off relatively easily and the coconut oil should take off any adhesive residue. Pat dry with a paper towel and let air dry for about 20 minutes. Then apply a small amount of unscented lotion or vitamin E oil to the tattoo. A very little goes a long way, you do not want to over moisturize.
Caring for Your New Tattoo After Removing derm
Once the final bandage has been removed, it will take approximately 1 week to peel. During this time period wash the tattoo with antibacterial soap and moisturize with an unscented lotion or vitamin E oil 1-2 times daily. The tattoo may appear to be fully healed on the surface once your derm bandage comes off. However, deeper layers of skin will still be repairing for 2-4 months. We recommend a good moisturizing regimen for this entire period. Also, drink plenty of water, your body takes hydration from your skin first, so help the healing process by staying hydrated.
Wearing derm While Showering, Swimming, and Exercising
Showering while wearing derm is fine, but it’s best to keep the time spent in the shower to a minimum. Water may weaken the adhesive of the bandage, which allows for unwanted contaminants to enter the bandage, putting you at higher risk for infection. It’s also important to keep an eye on the temperature of the water. Too much heat can separate the bandage from the skin, inflame the skin, and irritate the tattoo.
For these reasons, DO NOT bathe, swim, or fully submerge a tattoo dressed in derm. DO NOT exercise, you need to avoid activity that causes excessive sweating. Just as water will weaken the adhesion of the bandage, so will sweat and any other significant amount of fluid. Try to keep the bandage as clean and dry as possible until it’s time to remove it.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your artist or the studio directly at 978-594-1488 or email firstname.lastname@example.org
Healing your tattoo without Derm - 2 methods
METHOD 1 THE “WET” METHOD
This is a less conventional method but tends to work well for larger tattoos, as well as for tattoos in awkward areas that will be covered with clothing, since clothing can cause irritation. If you found that your tattoos have healed poorly in the past, this method may be an effective alternative.
After you leave the studio you will have been cleaned and bandaged; remove the bandage after 3-4 hours and clean the skin with mild soap and warm water. After washing, gently pat it dry with a clean cloth or paper towel, then allow it to air-dry for 15 minutes. When the tattoo is dry to the touch, cover it completely with a new piece of plastic wrap, using small pieces of tape as needed to hold it in place. Do NOT use any healing ointment or moisturizer.
With this method, the tattoo is kept completely covered with plastic wrap 24 hours a day, usually for 48-72 hours. It is important to wash the tattoo every 4-6 hours or after any period of sweating, letting it completely air-dry afterwards, and applying a new piece of plastic wrap each time. It’s also important not to over-wrap the area, unnecessarily covering untattooed skin, which can trap excess moisture.
At this point, the tattoo has done a major portion of the healing process without yet forming a scab. The plastic should then be removed and the skin should be allowed to completely dry out and start the next phase. When the peeling begins after the initial 2-3 days, the tattooed skin will flake like a sunburn. At all costs, avoid picking at the cracked and flaking skin. The area may become dry and itchy and a good quality, fragrance-free lotion 0r vitamin e oil can now be used until the skin returns to its normal texture.
Continue the moisturizing process AS NEEDED; there is no set limit and, depending on what you use, time will vary. I usually recommend moisturizing 2-3 times a day (again, AS NEEDED) so pay attention to your skin and if it dries out, simply re-apply. After a few days, and when the peeling has finished, your initial heal is complete. Moisturizing your skin is not a bad habit so you are welcome to continue as you see fit.
Moisture can be very detrimental to the healing process. Too much plastic wrap on the surrounding untattooed skin—or not changing the wrap often enough—can lead to development of a moisture rash. This will appear as bright red irritation with tiny pimples around the affected area, and will likely feel painful and itchy. If this happens, do not re-wrap the tattoo or try to medicate it. Instead, let it dry completely and peel on its own. Apply lotion to the area once irritation has diminished.
METHOD 2 THE”DRY” METHOD (STANDARD)
After you leave the studio you will have been cleaned and bandaged; remove the bandage after 3-4 hours. Don’t remove the bandage until you can properly clean the tattoo with mild soap and warm water. Rinse it well, sloughing off as much of the slimy coating that may have formed over the tattooed area while underneath the bandage. Gently pat it dry with a clean cloth or paper towel, then allow it to air-dry for 15 minutes before applying ointment.
Apply vitamin e oil or a specialty tattoo-healing product to the tattoo as needed, massaging a very small amount into the skin to keep the tattoo slightly moist, but NOT smothered. Use just enough ointment to make the tattoo slightly shiny, and blot off any excess. For the first day or two, your tattoo may require more cleaning or blotting, as the traumatized skin will still be losing a small amount of fluid. Ensure that extra moisture doesn’t get trapped under the ointment, by blotting and air-drying after each washing.
The healing tattoo should never stay submerged in water. Therefore, limit yourself to only short showers until the tattoo has finished peeling. It’s also important that a fresh tattoo be protected from the sun and dirty environments, as it’s still an open wound at this time. All normal activities involving water or sun exposure can usually be resumed after 10-14 days.
Only apply ointment for as long as it takes for your tattoo to peel, usually 3-7 days. When the peeling begins, the tattooed skin will flake like a sunburn. At all costs avoid picking at the cracked and flaking skin. When the tattoo has fully entered the peeling phase you should NOT apply any more ointment. The area will become dry and itchy, and a good quality, fragrance-free lotion or vitamin e oil can now be used until the skin returns to its normal texture.
If bubbles form on the surface of the fresh tattoo, stop applying ointment, letting it dry and peel on its own. This bubbling is caused by moisture getting trapped in your tattoo, usually from too much ointment, and could lead to scabbing. If scabs develop, they can remove the color beneath them if prematurely removed. It’s important that they’re allowed to dry out completely, and not get waterlogged at any time. The scab will eventually fall off on its own, and the tattoo should be fine if no deep cracks have formed.
A combination of methods 1 and 2 is NOT recommended. Please only use one or the other. Remember that until your new tattoo peels, it’s an open wound, and needs to be treated as one. Give your tattoo the time and attention it needs to properly heal. Engaging in actions such as swimming, tanning, removing the bandage early, and general disregard for it, are done at your own peril. If you suspect an infection has developed, please seek medical attention immediately, as untreated tattoo infections can have very serious consequences.


Vaccination, Mask and Attendance Policy for In-Person Events: In consideration of the Buddhist precept of not causing harm to our fellow beings, we want our events to be as safe as possible. Therefore, Valley Insight Meditation Society requires everyone who attends an in-person sit, retreat, or other Sangha-sponsored event to be fully vaccinated and boostered, and to wear a mask indoors at all times except while eating or drinking. The one exception to this requirement is that teachers who are leading an in-person event may un-mask while offering dharma talks, facilitating discussion, and guiding meditation. This allows their words to be more clearly understood by those attending in-person and online.
People who are experiencing symptoms of any illness, especially respiratory illness (such as cough, nasal congestion, shortness of breath, sore throat, or fever), should not attend in-person sits or other events. We expect everyone to be guided by their concern for others and by their own level of comfort when choosing whether or not to attend an in-person event. Most of our events will offer an option to attend through our Online Dharma Hall. And we are committed to re-evaluating our decisions as more information becomes available. In general, we follow CDC guidelines and may change our requirements or cancel in-person sits and events if we need to.
We are grateful for your patience, your understanding, and your shared commitment to our collective safety and wellness. May we continue to find refuge in curiosity, kindness, beauty, space, breath, gratitude, and one another. If you have any questions or concerns about these policies or our approach to sits and other events, please contact one of the teachers or a board member. (approved August 2022)
Diversity Policy: Valley Insight Meditation Society is committed to offering a safe, welcoming environment for people of all races, cultures, ethnicities, sexual orientations, classes, religions, abilities and ages in which to practice meditation and to explore the ideas put forth in the Buddha’s teachings. We recognize that all people hold unexamined beliefs, assumptions, fears and prejudices about others, and especially about those who seem different from themselves, and we acknowledge that these beliefs are a great source of suffering for individuals and societies. We strive for inclusivity, kindness and generosity toward all, in our programs and in our hearts.


Blue Jade calms and restores, like a veil of slow moving clouds covering the moon. It is spiritual and can be used to temper emotional upheaval and to restore equilibrium. Blue Jade is a stone of wisdom, particularly powerful for calming angry situations and resolving disputes, a stone of calm in the midst of storm. Blue Jade balances nerves and soothes cardiac rhythm.
Height: 60-80 cm, depends on grow conditions
Grow pattern: Bushy with strong satellite branches.
Seed to harvest: 8-12 weeks
Yield: 30-100+ grams depends on grow conditions
Aroma/Smell: Mango, Hash, Musk, Jasmine, Blueberry. Black Currant, Berry
Effect: Up, Cerebral, Motivational, Inspiring, Invigorating, Calming, Blood circulation boost, creativity boost, mood lifting, self-exploration.
Medical benefits: Anti-anxiety, pain relief, insomnia, muscle relaxant


ABOUT RUMBA NATION
ZUMBA is perfect for everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it out.
How it works
We take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the latin and world rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise.
Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check!
A total workout, combining all elements of fitness - cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave the class.
Born and raised in Colombia, Diego is a dancer, choreographer and instructor. His passion, flawless technique and charismatic and infectious personality have taken him to stages around the world. For Diego, Zumba isn't just about dancing and fitness. He uses it as a platform to share his Latin roots, bring people together and give them a place to experience joy through an eclectic mix of music and movement.


Society of Abdominal Radiology (SAR), Uterine and Ovarian Cancer Diseased Focused Panel (DFP) cervical cancer staging MRI template
Study: MRI Pelvis without and with contrast Clinical Information/History: [free text] Comparison: [free text] Technique: Prior to and following the uneventful intravenous administration of contrast, T1 and T2 weighted images in multiple planes were obtained through the pelvis. Prior to contrast administration, diffusion-weighted images were obtained through the pelvis. Findings: UTERUS: Measures [ ] x [ ] x [ ] cm [Describe other uterine findings, excluding the tumor.] TUMOR SITE: [Endocervical tumor/exophytic; arises from the anterior or the posterior lip or circumferential; involves the entire cervix.] TUMOR SIZE: [Give 3 dimensions (eg: 2 cm x 2 cm x 5 cm) UTERINE INVASION: [absent/present] [Describe location, lower uterus, body, fundus] PARAMETRIAL INVASION: [absent/present -- OR -- describe how certain you are: suspicious for/possible/less likely/unlikely] [Describe location] VAGINAL INVASION: [none/upper 2/3 of the vagina/lower 1/3 of the vagina] TUMOR EXTENSION: [none/right or left pelvic side wall/bladder/rectum]; [presence/absence of ureteral dilatation]. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: [Add any specific comments related to the tumor here if appropriate] OVARIES: The ovaries are [not visualized/visualized] and are [normal/abnormal] in appearance. [Right Ovary measures # x # x #cm and left ovary measures # x # x #cm.] [If abnormal describe.] LYMPH NODES: There are [no/few/many] lymph nodes; [The largest pelvic lymph node is located (give location) and measures (give size).] [The largest para-aortic lymph node measures (give size)]. These lymph nodes are [likely/possibly/less likely to be/unlikely to be] metastatic in nature. ADDITIONAL FINDINGS: [None; presence/absence pelvic fluid; presence/absence pelvic peritoneal implants; other findings] BONES: [No aggressive bone lesions] Impression: 1. Cervical cancer [ summarize the cervical tumor, including extent of invasion and provide your impression of whether there are suspicious lymph nodes]. For information on suggested MRI imaging protocols, please visit the UOC DFP website at: : http://www.abdominalradiology.org/?DFPUOC
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A urologist is a physician who specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. A patient may be referred to a urologist for treatment of a range of conditions:
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Incontinence • Male infertility
• Kidney disease
• Bladder prolapse
• Enlarged prostate


Facebook326Tweet0Pin0Submitted by Community Youth ServicesCommunity Youth Services (CYS) Chief Clinical Officer, Alicia Ferris, recently offered some useful tips to help during the challenges and stress of social-distancing, closures and self isolation. Her work at CYS oversees the Integrated Counseling Division, working with young people and their families. “Please have a read as I hope it is helpful to you all in caring for yourself, each other and our community in the new world we find ourselves in at the moment” Ferris said. The word Pandemic sounds dramatic and scary but that is what we are experiencing at the moment. It’s shocking and certainly unnerving at the very least. For some of us, however, this experience can feel incredibly stressful. The amount of disruption to our every day life is making it necessary for us all to be in a somewhat constant state of adaptation and problem-solving through each new unanticipated challenge as we navigate a wide-spread health concern that is spanning the globe.Take Care of Yourself1) Self-care Isolation and Social Distancing are necessary for public health but also a recipe for poor mental health!! As such, while we follow the required and recommended public health guidelines, we also take extra measures to address our mental health and well being. Good Self-Care can address the heightened level of stress we are prone to feeling during this time of uncertainty and cascading challenges that result from this disruption in our lives. It’s important to press pause several times a day and breath, get outside, take a bath or shower, connect with family or friends or do something relaxing like meditation, listening to the birds outside or noticing the new buds and blooms of spring. Chronic stress has a negative effect on our health and wellbeing, including our immune systems!! So take a moment to take care of your heart and mind and be present.2) StructureThe impacts of isolation can sneak up on you but the first signs are typically a depressed mood or increased irritability. Being mindful of those and addressing it when it happens is key but prevention is even better. Given that our daily routines are likely disrupted through this, sometimes to a great extent, creating a new structure to your day through this time can be incredibly helpful. If you are telecommuting, try setting up a specific space in your home that you plan to work from. Your temporary “home office” should be inviting, peaceful, and allow you to focus on your work. Then plan to take timed breaks to step away from your work throughout the day. It may also be helpful to set up some new structure to starting and ending your day, given that you may no longer be leaving the house and coming home. Daily hygiene can be the first to go when we have the opportunity to stay in our pajamas all day, but it is not the best thing for our mental health. Try getting up, showering and getting dressed for the day, getting a bite of breakfast and making a quick daily to-do list before sitting down to start working.Creating new routines for kids and our relationships are important as well to help everyone adapt and adjust well during this time. There may be a need to reset some expectations of each other to keep conflict in the home to a minimum when we are home together with each other all day, every day.3) Stay ConnectedWhile we can’t hang out in groups or give each other hugs of support right now, we can certainly connect virtually to help lessen the impact of isolation. Reach out to friends and coworkers via phone or video chat to touch base. Check in on that elderly neighbor (while maintaining 6 feet of distance).4) Limit Screen Time and Stay ActiveScreen time can dramatically impact your mental health for the worse. Studies on watching television show that after the first hour of watching TV, our mood plummets in the second hour and further each hour after that. To fill down time and get your mind off things, try a good book or jigsaw puzzle. Establishing new activities to replace canceled recreational, creative or social group activities, etc is also critical. Try starting up a new hobby or getting back into an old one like finally doing those youtube classes on playing a guitar or finishing that old scrapbook or wood project you started.There is another dimension as well which is that although this outbreak affects everyone, it does not affect us all equally. Although we are all facing this bigger challenge together, we are not all facing the same types of challenges. So we need to exercise empathy towards each other and caution in making comparisons or broad statements.Homeless We hear a lot about those that are elderly or have significant medical conditions being more at risk of getting very sick or even dying from the virus. What we don’t hear as much is that those without housing are at significant risk and cannot isolate the way those that are housed can. Additionally, those that are homeless often have significantly more health concerns to begin with and have less access to facilities needed to maintain the hygiene we are hearing about everyday as a recommended precautionary measure.Financial InsecurityThose that have low-income, are living just at their means each day, or own a small business are at significant financial risk due to the shutdowns taking place. The impact on the economy has the potential to pull the rug out from under many people in our communities through reduced income or breaks in employment, or unanticipated expenses.Pre-Existing Mental Health ConditionsFor those of us that have significant mental health challenges such as anxiety, mood, trauma or obsessive-compulsive disorders, the events we are currently experiencing can be debilitating. This is obvious when you consider those who worry constantly, especially about germs, but even disorders like Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or Major Depressive Disorder can be exacerbated by the safety threat, potential isolation and potential loss that can come from this outbreak. Additionally, those that suffer from or are in recovery from Substance Use Disorders may have difficulty maintaining sobriety through these stressors and forced alteration of lifestyle.Counseling Tools Can HelpWith an event this big, sometimes it can be difficult to decipher what is a realistic concern and what isn’t. For those of us that manage anxiety daily in our normal lives, this can make it difficult to re-establish and maintain recovery. The common methods of treatment for anxiety, such as “reality testing”, can fail us in this new world of uncertainty, unknowns, and large-scale impacts.What we do know, is that no matter the reality outside our doors, there are tried and true evidence-based tools we can all use to stay grounded. By far the most important one is something called “Radical Acceptance”. Similar to the “Serenity Prayer” of Alcoholics Anonymous, “Radical Acceptance” is a simple but very powerful concept. It is accepting what is happening right now (instead of trying to fight it or deny it) and then focusing only on what you personally have control over and taking action in those areas. How do you know if you are trying to fight something? Generally, if the statement or thought contains the word “should”, then there is a lack of acceptance of that reality. By accepting what is and then focusing on what you can actually do about it, we empower ourselves and reduce feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and constant worry.Virtual Care is available for Mental Health ServicesThere are many other tools and resources that can help right now. Most mental health counselors at the moment are working on or have started to offer their usual in-person therapy through virtual platforms instead. This is called Telehealth or Telemedicine. It does not involve FaceTiming or Skyping with your therapist as there are strict regulations concerning security and confidentially that have to be adhered to. But certain tools or versions of tools such as Zoom, American Well, Doxy.me are allowed to be used for receiving counseling. There are hundreds out there that are safe and approved for counseling services. Some are companies themselves that you access a provider through and others are just a technology solution for your own therapist to use.Don’t forget that you are not in this alone. Please take the time to check-in with each other throughout this time. Community Youth Services is your place of employment but it is also your work family. Lets offer each other grace through this temporary challenge, wraparound each other and help each other get through this and not just survive but thrive.Community Youth Services (CYS) is currently offering virtual behavioral services to help those young people that may be feeling the effects of this pandemic. Staff are scheduling one-on-one counseling sessions will be available based on present staffing and availability via telemedicine.CYS ParticipantsOur Behavioral Health treatment programs (Multisystemic Therapy and Transitional Age Youth Support) are both able to offer services via video (telemedicine) as of last Friday, March 13. Supported Employment is also being offered through telemedicine. For those currently in therapy elsewhere, we encourage them to check in with their providers to see if telehealth is an option. Many therapists and organizations are in the process of making the switch to offer telehealth given the current circumstances.As of today, Community Youth Services IS accepting NEW participants that may be needing virtual care for mental health services! If you are, or know of a youth age 15 to 24 experiencing mental health or substance use disorders, as well families of youth ages 12 to 17 with disruptive behavior needing support, we ask you please call 360-918-7860, to get more information on the services now available to you.In addition to offering virtual services, as of Tuesday, March 17, CYS will be adjusting all other services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. CYS recognizes that we are a critical resource for young people at-risk of or that are experiencing homelessness in our community and those needing behavioral health services. We are making every effort to remain accessible and available to those who need our services, while also reducing contact and the likelihood of spreading COVID-19, adhering to the Governors statewide emergency proclamation. We are committed to continuing to provide mental health services, peer support, and outreach to the extent possible. We are taking proactive measures to ensure the safety of our participants, staff, and community during this pandemic.Our office locations in Thurston, Lewis and Mason will be closed to the public beginning Tuesday, March 17, 2020 until further notice. We will reassess the situation weekly and update you via our website and other social media.Essential Services programs (Rosie’s/YAS, Haven House, New Directions) are being assessed on a daily basis and will stay open with certain precautions and changes in hours or capacity levels if needed based upon staffing wellness and availability or based on quarantine recommendations if warranted.Our street outreach staff will be conducting normal outreach Monday-Friday to provide support to vulnerable community members who are unsheltered – including delivering supplies and keeping youth up to date on safety and health recommendations. Drop -In hours at Rosie’s Place will be shifted and occupancy will be limited to meet safety standards.We will be actively seeking new information from health authorities as this public health emergency evolves, and we will update our response as needed. Please visit our website at www.communityyouthservices.org or social media sites for the most updated information about our services and hours.


Food and Nutrition
This course will provide an overview of the production and consumption of food. The safety and nutritional value of our modern diet and its long term health implication will be reviewed in interactive sessions.
Current and controversial issues to be included are the effects of modern diets on wellbeing, life expectancy and degenerative diseases - eg. fat v sugar v salt, “junk” foods, brown fat, gut microflora, “super-foods”, alcohol and caffeine.
Herbs and Spices
• How to incorporate herbs into your diet • Health properties of common herbs • Herbs in the kitchen • Herbs in tea • What herbs can I grow? • Suggested reading and access to internet • How can I use herbs in my daily life? Suggested reading and access to the internet.
Mindfulness practices are simple tools to be used in everyday life to manage stress and live life in the present. The 8 week course is practice-based with weekly handouts and suggested home practice.
Peace Education Programme
This innovative programme is designed to remind participants of their inner resources, tools for living such as Choice, Hope, Appreciation etc. and about the possibility of personal peace. The 10 week programme consists of video presentations and written materials and time is allotted for interaction and individual expression.
The aim of this class is to merge science with a broad human perspective that engages both the mind and the heart, and to set forth the principles of psychology whilst remaining sensitive to the participant’s interest. The course will commence with a discussion on The Roots of Psychology and over the weeks we will learn about Human Development and some social aspects that have influence on the individual, and about the genetics v nurture theory. Motivation and Emotion will be introduced along with Health, Stress, Coping and Personality. The content will be supported by interactive exercises wherever possible which should make our time together fun.
Reality Works - A Practical Interpretaiion
Interest in "great minds", what life means and a willingness to keep thinking, doing and enjoying.
1. People are a simple feedback system
2. Everything is powered by choice, not causes
3. What Newton's Laws really mean
4. Was Einstein necessary and why he disagrees with Bohr
5. What relativity means for me
6. Choice Psychology and relativity are the same
Relaxation and Meditation
Discover the joy and proven health benefits of deep relaxation and pure meditation. Learn to use timetested traditional yoga techniques to foster balance, tranquillity and holistic wellbeing in your life. Both beginners and those with some previous meditation experience are welcome to join this class.


At Limitless Male Medical Clinic, testing your testosterone levels is a simple lab draw. Laboratory testing is essential to the diagnosis of low testosterone (or Low T), and it aids in the course of treatment we recommend. Our diagnostic capabilities make us the preferred clinic for testosterone testing and Testosterone Replacement Therapy.
Low testosterone affects men of all ages, so many think that their age makes them immune. Not so! The most common side effects of Low T are fatigue, weight gain, and loss of libido. Learn more about the symptoms of low testosterone here (link to Low T symptoms page). If you are experiencing constant fatigue no matter how much you sleep or are gaining weight you can’t seem to take off, you should consider our Testosterone Testing.
When you visit Limitless Male Medical Clinic for Testosterone Testing, we take into account several factors in the bloodwork that we collect. We are not just testing for baseline blood levels, but also for what may appear to be “normal” levels holistically. Often times your holistic “normal” testosterone levels may indicate that some levels are lower than others, which also contributes to the symptoms you are experiencing. The appropriate diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of Low T require taking into account the following:
We’re taking a deeper look at your overall testosterone testing results, as well as your symptoms. We’ll meet to discuss your symptoms and your goals, and we’ll incorporate the results of your blood work into your treatment program, including Testosterone Replacement Therapy, if necessary. These are just a few things we are looking for:
As you can see, Testosterone Testing and subsequent Testosterone Replacement Therapy all start with a simple blood test. With proper diagnosis and management of your condition, you can expect a new lease on life. Imagine rolling back the clock 10 years and 15-20 pounds…you deserve to start living again.


The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Healthcare: Revolutionizing Patient Care
In the fast-paced world of healthcare, where timely and accurate decisions can mean the difference between life and death, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is ushering in a new era of patient care. AI-powered solutions are revolutionizing medical diagnosis, treatment, and patient outcomes. This article delves into the profound impact of AI on healthcare and how it is reshaping the industry.
Early Disease Detection and Diagnosis
One of the most significant contributions of AI to healthcare is its ability to assist in early disease detection and diagnosis. Machine learning algorithms analyze vast datasets, including medical images, genomic data, and patient records, to identify patterns and anomalies that may not be discernible to the human eye. AI-driven diagnostic tools have shown remarkable accuracy in detecting conditions such as cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases at their earliest stages.
Personalized Treatment Plans
AI is enabling healthcare providers to create personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique genetic makeup and medical history. By analyzing a patient's genetic data, AI algorithms can predict how an individual will respond to specific treatments, allowing for more effective and targeted interventions. This level of personalization is revolutionizing the field of precision medicine.
Predictive Analytics for Better Patient Outcomes
AI's predictive analytics capabilities are helping healthcare organizations anticipate patient needs and allocate resources more efficiently. Hospitals are using AI to forecast patient admissions, optimize staff schedules, and reduce wait times. This proactive approach improves patient satisfaction and frees up healthcare professionals to focus on delivering high-quality care.
Enhanced Imaging and Diagnostics
AI-powered imaging and diagnostic tools are transforming radiology and pathology. AI algorithms can analyze medical images, such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans, with incredible speed and accuracy. This not only expedites the diagnostic process but also reduces the risk of human error. Pathologists are also benefiting from AI's assistance in identifying abnormalities in tissue samples, leading to more precise diagnoses.
Virtual Health Assistants and Telemedicine
Virtual health assistants powered by AI are becoming integral to telemedicine. These AI-driven chatbots and virtual nurses can provide patients with real-time medical information, answer questions, and schedule appointments. Telemedicine platforms leverage AI to connect patients with healthcare providers remotely, expanding access to healthcare services, particularly in underserved areas.
Drug Discovery and Development
AI is accelerating drug discovery and development processes. Machine learning algorithms can analyze massive datasets to identify potential drug candidates and predict their efficacy and safety profiles. This expedites the development of new medications and reduces research and development costs, ultimately benefiting patients by bringing innovative treatments to market more quickly.
Enhanced Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
AI is enhancing the functionality of electronic health records (EHRs) by making them more intelligent and user-friendly. AI-driven EHR systems can assist healthcare providers in clinical decision-making, automatically generate progress notes, and flag potential errors or inconsistencies in patient records, improving the overall quality of care.
In conclusion, the impact of artificial intelligence on healthcare is nothing short of transformative. AI is enhancing medical diagnosis, treatment, and patient care across the board. As AI continues to evolve and become more integrated into healthcare systems, we can anticipate even more groundbreaking developments that will revolutionize the way we approach healthcare, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and a brighter future for the industry as a whole.