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A LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE FOR THE WOMEN OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND
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July August 2010 Issue
Health & Wellness
7 Exercise: Before of After Cancer, its Good Medicine by Nikki Couloumbis
10 Obesity Increases Health Risks presented by Surinder Singal
11 New Recommendations Suggest Breast Cancer Screening Should Begin at Age 40
12 Why Early Treatment of Vein Disease is Important by Dr. Jonathan Calure
14 Dizziness...Do I Have to Live with it? by Dr. Lisa Nelson
15 Men, Shame and Therapy by Dr. Carol Drury
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17 Home Health Care: Allow Your Loved Ones to Age at Home by Lee Ann Stedman
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13 The Aging Skin and the Anti-Aging Toolbox by Dr. Rafik Nasr
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8 Chopticon Marching Band Set to Host Prestigious Competition
31 Southern Maryland Summer Events
33 Women in Farming by Grace Jones
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Health & Wellness
By Nikki Couloumbis,
MSOTR/L,CKTP,CLT
By now its old news that
exercise protects us againstheart disease. However, many
people are still unaware of the
mounting evidence that exer-
cise can help prevent certain
cancers. Numerous studies have
now demonstrated that main-
taining an active lifestyle can cut the
risk of colon, breast, uterine, and
prostate cancers.
Exercise for Cancer
Prevention
Multiple studies have linked in-creased levels of physical activity with
significantly lower risk of cancer. The
connection between exercise and pre-
vention has been especially clear for
breast and colon cancers. In 2009 the
British Journal of Cancer published a
meta-analysis of 52 studies on exercise
and colon cancer, concluding that the
greater ones level of physical activity,
the lower the risk of colon cancer. Ad-
ditionally, physical activity on-the-job
has been found to count when it
comes to colon cancer prevention, with
studies at USC and the University ofMinnesota confirming that men with
physically active occupations (carpen-
ters, plumbers, landscapers, etc) have a
risk of colon cancer much lower than
that of men with sedentary or desk jobs.
Exercise also reduces breast cancer
risks. The Nurses Health Study at
Brigham and Womens Hospital in
Boston found that exercising one hour
each day cut a womans risk of breast
cancer by 20%. A study in Norway
found that women exercising 4 hours
per week were one-third less likely to
get the disease. And an older Harvard
University study compared female ath-
etes and non-athletes in 1987. Post-
menopausal women defined as
formerly athletic (on a varsity team or
following a consistent exercise regi-
men) experienced half as many breast
cancers and one-third the reproductive
cancers as compared to the post-
menopausal women who had been
sedentary.
How does exercise prevent cancer?
It promotes swifter passage of carcino-
genic wastes through the intestinal tract,reducing the amount of time spent in
the body. Exercise
reduces circulating
blood sugar and
hormone levels,
leaving less avail-able to feed and
stimulate tumors.
Exercise also im-
proves the bodys
immune response
to pathogens and
rogue cells. And, of course, it helps re-
duce obesity, to which 25% of cancer
cases worldwide are attributed by the
International Agency for Research on
Cancer.
The American Cancer Society states
one-third of cancer cases in the U.S. are
caused by the effects of a sedentary
lifestyle, and recommends exercising at
moderate to high intensity 5 days per
week for a minimum of 30 minutes,
with 45-60 minutes being ideal. The
critical key is intensity: moderately vig-
orous activity is considered most effec-
tive for prevention.
Exercise after Cancer
DiagnosisExercise is also a therapeutic tool
during cancer treatment. It has been
shown to maintain blood counts andreduce fatigue and depression during
chemotherapy. Observational data
from The Nurses Health Study sug-
gests improved survival rates among
women with breast cancer who exer-
cise regularly. And, a recent study re-
vealed that breast cancer survivors
participating in a supervised program
of specific exercises were less likely to
experience lymphatic complications
than if they had not exercised, a find-
ing that defies routine medical advice!
For years, it has been believed that
women with breast cancer must not
stress the arm on the involved side of
their body in order to avoid a painful
swelling of the limb known as lym-
phedema. Many of my own patients
gave up weightlifting and other activi-
ties they enjoyed. However, a 2009
study published in the New England
Journal of Medicine compared two
groups of women with lymphedema;
one group continued the standard ther-
apeutic exercises prescribed for the
condition, and the other group did
twice-weekly supervised training ses-sions using light weights for 13 weeks,
after which they continued the program
unsupervised for another 39 weeks.
The researchers found that swelling
did notincrease in the weight-lifting
group, and that exacerbations occurredless than halfas frequently as in the
control group! The lead researcher
stated that progressive training of the
affected arm made it less likely that
women would experience strain and
overuse during daily activities. Further-
more, the overall fitness levels of the
weightlifting group increased signifi-
cantly, leaving them fitter than before
their diagnosis.
Summary
Exercise builds a stronger body,helps prevent disease, and improves
outcomes in the event of illness. Every-
one can benefit from the preventive ef-
fects of exercise, but if you are a cancer
patient or survivor, your needs are
unique! Seek expert clinical guidance
from a licensed therapist who can pro-
vide you with an appropriate, cus-
tomized exercise program. c
About the AuthorNikki completed her masters de-
gree in occupational therapy at Co-
lumbia Universitys College of
Physicians and Surgeons in 1994.
The owner of On-Site Wellness, LLC,
she is a Certified Lymphedema Ther-
apist, Certified Kinesiotaping Practi-
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Training Specialist. She has focused
on the prevention and treatment of
upper limb disorders and injuries of
all kinds, and has extensive experi-
ence treating lymphedema. Nikkislymphedema services include com-
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rom September
through November, the
Chopticon Marching
Band can be seen in action at competi-
tions, football games and parades. But
few people know about the time, en-
ergy and preparation for this activity
which facilitates school spirit all year
long. While it may look easy from the
stands, mastering the art of marching
and playing a musical instrument si-
multaneously is a true accomplishment
which takes years of dedicated prac-
tice.
During the sweltering summers,
while the Band Boosters are busy
having fund-raisers, checking out the
Marching Band uniforms, work-
ing on the backdrops, construct-
ing the trailers that pull the
instruments on the field, and
sewing guard uniforms, the
members of the Marching Band
both the musicians and the guard
spend a grueling two weeks at
Band Camp learning to put the
marching to the music. Sunscreen,
water, and hats protect the
marchers from the hot August sun
as they spend eight hours a day get-
ting one song down after the other.
At the end of the day, the students
are exhausted, but excitement growsas the show comes together.
On Friday, the last day of camp, a
Preview Show is held for parents and
family. Cheering, clapping and pic-
tures abound as the students give their
first performance of the season. After-
wards, everyone is treated to an all-
American fare of hot dogs and
hamburgers on the grill, complements
of the Band Boosters.
The first public appearance of the
band is a fundraiser, the March-A-
Thon, usually the first Saturday after
the school year begins. All three St.Mary's County high school Marching
Bands combine and perform the Star
Spangled Banner, and then each per-
form their own show individually. Stu-
dents raise money by getting pledges
from family and friends for each lap
they march around the track.
At each home football game, a
hush comes over the crowd as the
Chopticon Marching Band comes onto
the field to perform the halftime show.
The Marching Band performs at
three parades during the year The St.
Marys County Fair, The
Blessing of the Fleet and the
Veterans Day Parade.
The competition circuit
is the real meat and pota-
toes of the Marching Band.
The alarm clock oftenrings at 4 a.m. so the buses
can leave at 7 a.m. for
competitions in Maryland,
Virginia or Pennsylvania.
The Marching Band com-
petes against other
schools In our region,
classified by the number
of band members. They
compete for a numerical
score based on 100, tro-
phies and caption
awards: Best Music,
Best Drum Major, Best
Percussion, Best Guard, and Best
Overall Effect.
In the three years that Mr. Bur-
roughs has been the Director of Bands
at Chopticon High School, the March-
ing Band won the State Championship
in 2009 for Class IIA (44 to 58 mem-
bers). And, after gaining that much ex-
perience not only for the Band, but for
the Pit Crew as well, it is no wonder
that Chopticon High School Band will
host a competition this year on Satur-
day, October 9. This will be the first
time that a Marching Band competi-
tion has been held in St. Marys
County in more than 20 years.
There will be approximately eight
bands competing. South Lakes High
School from Reston, Virginia is a
Class V Band with over 100 mem-
bers, so St. Marys County resi-
dents are in for some amazing
performances. c
F
The Chopticon Marching Band
Put it on your calendar!
Saturday, October 9, 2010.
Bring your appetites
there will be Southern
Maryland fare at its best!
Opening ceremonies begin
at 1:30 in the afternoon.
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Health & Wellness
Karen Horton, LCSW-C
Its Tuesday morning and Peace Or-
ders are on the agenda at the District
Court. The Judge has encouraged two
groups [neighbors arrayed against
neighbors] to sit down with mediators.
The neigh-
bors appear
up in arms.
Im one of
the mediators
and Im nerv-
ous.Why do I
feel relieved
to know that
Karen Hor-
ton will be my co-mediator? Because
Karen has a claming presence: Remain-
ing cool in the heat of their battle; Lis-
tening for the essential pieces of
information amidst the verbal barrage;
and Intervening with a reflection or
summary that captures the essence of
the parties feelings and needs.
A licensed clinical social worker with
over thirty years of practice as a familyand group therapist, Karen was one of
the founders back in 2001 of the Com-
munity Mediation Center of St. Marys.
On moving to St. Marys County in
1985, she served for three years as head
social worker for the Navys hospital
and as the Family Advocate at PAX
River. In this latter role Karen handled
all cases of domestic violence and sex-
ual abuse at the Base. For the past ten
years Karen has been one of the most
active mediators serving the Circuit
Court in St. Marys. She also regularly
mediates cases referred to communitymediation centers in St. Marys and
Calvert Counties from a wide range of
referral sources.
Asked what is most satisfying to her
as a mediator, Karen offers three per-
spectives:
Choosing the most effective points and
ways to step in and help during the fast
and complex process of a mediation; Ex-
periencing clients emerging from a me-
diation session with more positive,
trusting relationships; and Believing
that the mediation experience often
changes how participants will manage
conflict in the future. c
FoundingMember of
Mediation Center
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By Joan Posey, LMT, HTCP
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By American Radiology Services
The new recommendations from the Society of
Breast Imaging (SBI) and the American College of
Radiology (ACR) on breast cancer screening, pub-
lished in the January issue of theJournal of the
American College of Radiology (JACR), state that
breast cancer screening should begin at age 40 and
earlier in high-risk patients. The recommendations
also suggest appropriate use of medical imaging
modalities such as mammograms, MRIs, and ultra-sounds for breast cancer screening. The significant
decrease in breast cancer mortality, which amounts to
nearly 30 percent since 1990, is a major medical suc-
cess and is due largely to earlier detection of breast
cancer through mammography screening, said Carol
H. Lee, M.D. For women with the highest risk of
developing breast cancer, screening technologies in
addition to mammography have been adopted.
The new recommendations released by the SBI
and ACR include recommendations for imaging
screening for breast cancer by imaging technique
(mammography, MRI, and ultrasound) and by risk
factor. They state that the average patient should
begin annual breast cancer screening at age 40.High-risk patients should begin by age 30 but not be-
fore 25. Evidence to support the recommendation
for regular periodic screening mammography comes
from the results of several randomized trials con-
ducted in Europe and North America that included a
total of nearly 500,000 women. Overall, there was a
26 percent reduction in mortality, said Lee. It
should be remembered that mammograms are the
only imaging modality that has been proven to de-
crease mortality from breast cancer. However, major
efforts continue to build on this success by develop-
ing additional methods to screen for early breast can-
cer. The SBI and ACR wish to remind women and
their physicians that in those instances in which there
is a concern that risk of developing cancer is consid-
erably elevated from that of the general population,
consultation with appropriate experts in breast cancer
genetics and/or high risk management is strongly
suggested.c
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Health & Wellness
BYJONATHAN CALURE, M.D.
Medicine is changing. The
role of the Physician tradition-
ally had been to treat prob-lems. (Reactive Medicine)
The patient saw the doctor
when she became sick or de-
veloped a condition. As the
science of medicine evolves
the prevention and early treatment of many condi-
tions is becoming ever more the imperative of the
Physician.
In our practice we see between 200-300 new
Varicose and Spider Vein patients each month. Our
specialty, caring for people with Venous Insuffi-
ciency, has evolved dramatically over the past few
years. In the past, patients sought or were referred
for vein care only after suffering a blood clot, ulcer,phlebitis or some other complication of vein dis-
ease. This was the case, in part, because the only
treatment option was a trip to the operating room for
vein stripping surgery, an invasive and painful pro-
cedure. Unfortunately too many excellent Primary
Care Physicians still follow this paradigm. The
complications of longstanding vein disease can now
be prevented with an array of minimally invasive
outpatient techniques.
While generally not a life-threatening problem, if
left untreated vein disease can lead to significant
morbidity. And unlike many other medical condi-
tions, vein disease may take years to fully manifest.
But as with any disease process early detection and
treatment will produce better outcome and reduce
the risk of developing future complications. It is no
longer appropriate to wait until a complication of
vein disease occurs to consider treatment. With our
minimally invasive vein
treatment, VNUS Closure,
patients are candidates for
treatment when the symp-
toms interfere with activity
and conservative attempts to
control symptoms have been
unsuccessful.
In my practice I am sur-
prised to hear from patients
that they had been referred
elsewhere for Vein Stripping.
Smartly, that patient had sought another opinion. To
be sure, there are some rare cases where surgical
vein removal is the only choice. Fortunately, the
vast majority of patients may be successfully treated
with minimally invasive VNUS Closure or Scle-
rotherapy. Our sole focus at Maryland Vein Profes-
sionals is minimally invasive vein care. We have
performed more than 7,000 Closure procedures
since 2005. Our specialized outpatient facilities are
unparalleled in the region. The Closure Procedure
takes only 1-2 minutes, and patients are out of the
office in 60-90 minutes. Most of our patients report
little or no discomfort and can enjoy a video
during treatment at our specialized centers.
VNUS Closure is a catheter based treatment
that addresses the cause of Varicose Veins.
Veins that bulge at the surface are branches ofone or two damaged source veins well below
the skin. These damaged veins have incompe-
tent or insufficient valves that no longer func-
tion to guide venous blood flow to move out of
the leg. Gravity pulls the venous blood back down
the pipes toward the ankle, and out into the bulging
veins at the sin sur-
face. (This is why vari-
cose veins seem to
clear when the legs are
elevated.) VNUS Clo-
sure uses light energy
to ablate or close the
damaged source veins.
This depressurizes the
skin veins and blood
reroutes to other
healthy veins. Scle-
rotherapy is a treat-
ment for smaller
(spider) veins. Here a
medicine is injected
directly into the spider
veins that closes seals
and clears the small
skin veins. Usually
Sclerotherapy is more
cosmetic in nature, but
there may be medical
indications as well.
We are pleased to
announce that Maryland Vein Professionals will
be offering a Free Vein Screening Event over
two days at the end of June. See if you are a
candidate for treatment on Tuesday, June 29 at
The Columbia Main Office or Wednesday, June30 in the New Annapolis Main Office. Both
events will run from 9 A.M. 7 P.M. Partici-
pants should wear shorts to the event. Registra-
tion is required and space is limited. Call
410-964-VEIN or 410-268-LEGS to register. c
Early Treatment of Vein Disease: Why Its Important
A Cardiovascular Surgeon, Dr. Calure holds two
American Board Certifications, in General Surgery
as well as Cardiovascular Surgery. As one of the
first physicians in the region to perform The VNUS
Closure procedure, Dr. Calure now performs
more Closure Procedures than any other singlePhysician in the United States, according to VNUS
Medical, Inc. Dr. Calures Practice, Maryland Vein
Professionals is devoted exclusively to Vein Care
and has locations in Columbia, Annapolis, Chevy
Chase, Gambrills, and Clarksville.
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AGING SKINThe skin is the largest organ of the body. It regulates
body temperature and protects us from dehydration and
injury. It can be radiant and flawless with even tone, ra-
diant glow, full lips and without wrinkles. Beautiful skin
is a valuable commodity and within reach.
There are two basic types of aging. The first type is chronological laying within
your DNA, so it is a good idea to glance at your parents to see what the future
holds for you. The second type is environmental, i.e. smoking, pollution, sleep
deprivation, poor nutrition and EXPOSURE TO THE SUN.
Signs of aging include: dry skin, wrinkles, large pores, redness and decreased
healing capability. In addition there is increased roughness, dark spots, excessive
wrinkling and sagging skin.
THE ANTI-AGING TOOLBOXBegin by analyzing your skin. Often wrinkles are the major factor, but they are
not the only factor. Sunken cheeks, dark circles under the eyes, sagging skin and a
loss of facial fat, all play a role in the aging of skin.
This is exactly where lunch time procedures come into play. Lunch time
procedures include Botox, collagen injections, microdermabrasion, chemical
peels and various types of laser procedures.
An advantage of these procedures is that there is no down time because they are
noninvasive remedies. They can be combined
for even more impressive results.
BOTOX
Botox is considered to be the greatest ad-vance in cosmetic medicine. Botox has many
uses. The most common is to smooth wrin-
kles resulting from different muscle motions,
often found around the eyes, across the fore-
head, between the brows, around the mouth
and in the neck. This procedure takes a few
minutes, and effects can last up to four
months.
Botox can be used for frown lines, eye-
brow lifting, crows feet, under eye bags, neck
lines and various other types of facial lines and wrinkles.
Whether youve never heard of Botox or have been contemplating it for a
while, remember that Botox delivers maximum results with the least recupera-
tion possible. You will still look like yourself, only a more refreshed, more en-
ergized version.
INJECTABLE FILLERSFillers are the most effective way to improve a long list of skin woes. It can
soften the appearance of wrinkles and scars, restore a youthful look to the face and
give lips fullness.
The most important thing to remember is that all of these procedures are meant
to enhance the lips and face with an end result that is appropriate for your face.
The list of filler material available today is long and ever-changing. From
bovine to human derived to synthetic.
The most commonly used filler materials are:
Non-animal Hyaluronic Acidgenetically engineered hyaluronic acid. It
binds with water to increase volume. This is the ingredient in common fillers such
as RESTYLANE, PERLANE and JUVEDERM and effects can last up to six
months.
Synthetic CahydroxylapatiteUsed in RADIESSE, it provides a long last-
ing effect. RADIESSE can last up to a year and there is some evidence that it canstimulate your own natural collagen production.
While these procedures are typically simple and non-complicated, there is
an art to sculpt the face. They require finesse and skill, not just training and
knowledge. Do your research on your physician and his reputation prior to any
treatment.
At Heaven & Earth MediSpa we offer all of these services and more. We
consider our clients to be our number one priority. We offer a soothing en-
vironment with personalized care and a friendly staff. Heaven & Earth
MediSpa would like to bring out the best in you. Please visit us on line at
www.heavenandearthmedispa.net or call us at 410-326-0717 and check out
our monthly specials. c
By Rafik A. Nasr, M.D, FABFP, DABMA
RAFIK NASR, M.D.
Heaven & Earth Medi Spa225 Town Square Drive, Suite #1 Lusby, MD 20657
About the AuthorDr. Rafik Nasr is a family practice and anti-aging physician. He has been a Board Cer-
tified Primary Care Physician in Calvert County for 20 years. He is also Board Certified
in Acupuncture with training in Chinese and French energetic styles of Acupunc-
ture. Currently, Dr. Nasr is pursuing a Masters Degree in Anti-Aging Medicine and
Masters Degree in Cosmetic Medicine. He has obtained certification from the Inter-
national Society of Mesotherapy and the American Society of Aesthetic Mesother-
apy. He has attended training and workshops for Aesthetic Laser safety operation,
Botox, Restylane, Perlane, Radiesse, Bio-Identical Hormones, Chronic Diseases and
Lifestyle Modification. Dr. Nasr envisions blending an approach of health and well-
ness with traditional and conventional medicine. Five years ago Dr. Nasr opened
Heaven & Earth MediSpa, offering a wide variety of services, including cosmetic
laser treatments, Botox, filler injections, anti-aging medicine, acupuncture, Chinese
medicine, and bio-identical hormone therapy. Dr. Nasr and his knowledgeable staff
offer a complete comprehensive approach to health healing.
The Aging Skin and the Anti-Aging Toolbox
The only local provider of Pro Fractional Laser Therapy & Micro Laser Peel.
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Cosmetic Laser Treatments
ProFractional Therapy
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Accupuncture & Massage
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BY DR. LISA NELSON, OWNER,
HEARING PROFESSIONALS
izziness is
more com-
mon than most people think.
In fact, its the second most
common complaint people
bring to their doctors. It is
estimated that as many as
40% of all adults experience dizziness
severe enough to warrant reporting it
to their doctors. Fortunately, most
causes of dizziness are detectable and
treatable, especially with todays so-
phisticated computerized diagnostics,
vestibular rehabilitation processes,medicines and advanced surgical tech-
niques.
Dizziness has been described as a
feeling of:
Lightheadedness
Feeling as if you are moving
when you are not
A spinning sensation
Dizziness often occurs along with
other symptoms, such as nausea, anxi-
ety, and hearing loss. Pressure or full-
ness in the head or ears, or a ringing in
the ears called tinnitus can also ac-
company the dizziness. It is importantthat your doctor and audiologist know
if these or any other problems accom-
pany your dizziness.
Do I have to live with it?No, although diagnosing dizziness
can be complex and the process usu-
ally requires several tests. In most
cases, youll start with a detailed med-
ical history and a physical examina-
tion. Because the balance system is
located primarily in the inner ear, a
hearing test with Otoacoustic Emis-sions (OAEs) and Tympanometry is a
common diagnostic procedure in
combination with the ENG
(Electronystagmography), measuring
eye movements with various stimuli.
They have been the cardinal tests used
to identify vestibular/inner ear disor-
ders. But is there more?
The Advanced diagnosticprocesses
Some of todays audiology based
balance centers go beyond the previ-
ous protocols men-
tioned above and can
offer much more pre-
cision when evaluat-ing a patients
vestibular system.
For more informa-
tion regarding spe-
cific diagnostic
testing please visit
our website at www.hearing-
professionals.com.
When will I feel better?Once the Comprehensive Vestibu-
lar Test Battery is completed, the pa-
tient's dizziness would be categorizedas vestibular (inner ear), abnormal (re-
quiring further radiographic studies to
investigate the brainstem or central
nervous system), or other possible
causes (cardiovascular, metabolic,
medication/poly-pharmacy, multi-fac-
torial etc.) Working with your primary
care physician, additional referrals
may be indicated (Cardiology, Neu-
rology, Otolaryngology, Physical
Therapy, and/or radiographic studies,
etc.). Vestibular disorders are respon-
sible for 85% of patients complaining
of dizziness. Most medications gearedtowards treating the symptoms of
dizziness and dysequilibrium hinder
the natural vestibular compensation
process (the bodys repair mecha-
nism).
Patients that are identified with
vestibular disorders, who are consid-
ered candidates for Vestibular Reha-
bilitation Therapy (VRT), will receive
clinician or self-directed exercises that
focus on the weaknesses identified
(Adaptation and/or Substitution exer-
cises). The typical therapy lasts for
seven to thirteen weeks, depending onthe origin of the disorder and any
multi-factorial symptoms. Patients
who have balance disorders due to
neurological events are given a poorer
prognosis. Therapy directed towards a
specific diagnosis resulted in resolu-
tion of symptoms in 85% of patients,
while general vestibular rehabilitation
exercises resulted in resolution of
symptoms in only 64% of patients.
Another facet of VRT is treating
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Ver-
tigo, the most treatable and most com-
mon vestibular disorder. The
treatment requires one of several repo-
sitioning maneuvers. To be effective
this procedure requires appropriate di-
agnosis to differentiate between acanalolithiasis versus cupulolithiasis
and to determine which canals and
which ear are involved. The success
rate with less than two visits is over
95 percent, with accurate diagnosis
and treatment by specially trained au-
diologists.
The inner ear houses two vital sen-
sory systems: hearing and balance.
Evaluating both of them is critical to
finding an accurate diagnosis for your
dizziness. Audiologists are the profes-
sionals uniquely qualified to evaluate
and treat, through rehabilitation, disor-ders of the ear that are not
surgical/medical conditions. c
(Information and statistics were
gathered from the American Institute
of Balance.)
Dizziness...Do I Have to Live with it?About Hearing Professionals
Hearing Professionals (HPI) began in
1995 after the owner, Dr. Lisa Nelson,had been providing services for more
than 5 years at other practices. Dur-
ing this time, Dr. Nelson came to be-
lieve that personalized care should be
the ultimate goal of an audiology
practice. She also believed that using
the most technologically advanced
equipment should be standard care.
To achieve this vision and provide an
advanced level of care, Dr. Nelson
started HPI in Laurel, Maryland. All
of the audiologists at HPI are clini-
cally trained to diagnose, evaluate
and recommend a treatment plan foryour hearing and balance system
needs. At a minimum, our audiolo-
gists hold a Masters Degree in Audi-
ology, although most of our
Audiologists hold a doctorate, Au.D.,
or Doctor of Audiology.
D
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nly one-third of people in therapy are
men, so its not surprising that I am fre-quently asked, What can I do to get my husband or
boyfriend into counseling?
I wish the answer were simple, but its as complex
as the men we love. Men fear therapy due to shame
and not just any shame, but the devastating shame of
failure. According to Psychotherapy Networker, men
whove experienced toxic doses of shame early on will do anything to avoid re-ex-
periencing it. Shame originates in early family and peer experience, and a shamed
boy becomes a man who constantly fears the possibility of humiliation. These men
are the most desperate for affection and approval, yet usually cant ask for it; in-
stead, they reject intimacy and blame or think the worst of others. Sometimes the
smallest signs of withdrawal of affection will trigger old wounds, and theyll sud-
denly lash out at anyone they think is dissing them.
Men have a profound fear of appearing weak orgod forbidfeminine, andwill do whatever possible to exert their manliness. A recent study demonstrated the
length of time a guy will tough it out with his hand submerged in freezing water de-
pends on whether he thinks his masculinity is in question. For some men, their
hand could fall off before theyd risk the shame of not seeming man enough to
take it.
In order to understand men, women cannot ignore the powerful fear that being
shamed has on our partners. Unfortunately, some women understand this and be-
come masters at shaming their men as a means of control. Men, pay attention here,
many of you dont get it either. You may not realize that avoiding shame is some-
thing that haunts you every day! A mildly embarrassing eventlike carrying your
wifes purse, can over activate a mans fear that hes failing at being a real man.
When therapy is mentioned, a man assumes he will be asked to admit he is
flawed or needs help, openly discuss and express his emotions, get vulnerable, and
depend on someone else for guidance and support. Wow! What man would sign up
for that? Men have male brains and women female brains, and we must learn to ap-
preciate each others unique differences and not expect men to give up a chunk of
their masculinity to accommodate women. What would we say if our men asked us
to give up a chunk of our femaleness to accommodate them?
Men dont enter therapy because they arent as aware of their psychic pain as
women. Men are trying harder than ever to respond in more loving ways to their
partners, to be better fathers, and to identify and manage their emotional needs
more thoughtfully. Unfortunately, many haven't figured a way to do these things
and still feel like men. What we end up seeing instead is often anger. According to
Psychotherapy Networker, mens anger is often an expression of pain that women
would likely display with tears or sadness. Men also weep by drinking, with-
drawing, acting defensive, blaming others, getting irritable, being possessive,
working excessively, becoming overly competitive, suffering somatic complaints
and insomnia, and philandering.
I facilitated a mens psychotherapy group for a year. What a giftthey allowedme into a place where few women ever treadthe inner sanctum of the male bond-
ing club. I marveled at the pain, confusion, uncertainty, these men shared. The
world saw them as Alpha Dogsbut in the group, they expressed feelings, doubts,
failures, insecurities, tenderness, and love. They found a safe place to open their
hearts to other men and not feel shame. I saw them as men who needed to be un-
derstood and accepted for the less than perfect and yet amazing men, I learned to
care for so deeply.
I wish I could speak to every man who is hurting, lonely, has painful childhood
memories, unhappy in a relationship or job, or in a difficult family situation. I
would include men who feel stressed, depressed, anxious, stuck, empty, joyless,
lonely, or the million other reasons people choose counseling. Id reassure them its
not about being broken, weak, or failing. It is about being human. Everyone needs
someone sometime. I take my car to mechanics, my computer to technicians, and
when ill, I see a doctor. I dont expect I can cure all that ails my stuff and me. How
many golfers and skiers have taken lessons from a sports coach and felt they were a
failure for doing so? If it makes guys feel more secure, in most cases, I actually do
more coaching then counseling.
When a man chooses to engage in work thats hard, unfamiliar, awkward, andeven frighteningbut which is in keeping with what really matters to himwe see
a kind of courage and resolve that characterizes, well, a real men. When we recog-
nize and honor how men communicate their caring, we can then help them find re-
lease from needless pain and allow them to be able to receive and give more in
relationships. When we respect their defenses, honor their intentions, speak to them
in a way that values their maleness, and connect with them as real human beings,
we find that men arent that different. As women who are in relationships with men
who can reveal their vulnerability know so well, its extremely rewarding to be part
of the process through which a man opens up and finds that he still feels like a man,
or even like more of one. He has learned to be truly powerfulnot over others, but
over himself. He has finally learned to express the feelings, thoughts, and caring he
was accused of not having but that were really just hidden behind his wall of mas-
culinity and fear of shame.c
About Carol Drury
Dr. Carol Drury graduated from George Washington University with a doctoral degree
in Clinical Counseling, and is a Nationally Certified Clinical Counselor. Before opening
her private practice in 2005, Dr. Drury worked for the Maryland Division of Rehabilita-
tion Services for 27 years, first as a Rehabilitation Counselor and then as a Supervisor
in the Tri County area. She was in the first class of trained Divorce and Family Media-
tors in St. Marys County. Dr. Drury has been Adjunct Faculty at George Washington
University and Bowie State Univerity and currently serves in that capacity at the Col-
lege of Southern Maryland. Her interests have always been in the area of improving
the quality of all relationships, but specifically in intimate relationships and uses the
Imago Theory of Relationships in her counseling.
O
Relationship counseling can:
Improve communication
Increase intimacy
Improve problem-solving skills
Increase friendship
Decrease arguing and fighting
Improve overall happiness and satisfaction with life
Carol Drury, PhDLife Coaching and Counseling Services
22405 Bluebird Court Leonardtown, MD 20650
301-475-5969www.cdrury.com
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MY NAME IS BILL MATTINGLY AND I AM
RUNNING FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER
OF ST. MARYS COUNTY. I WOULD LIKETO ASK FOR YOUR VOTE ON NOV. 2, 2010.
My wife Patti and I have lived in St Marys County
most of our lives and raised our four children, here. I
am very sensitive to the needs of families in which both
parents are employed. Both Patti and I shared our family
responsibilities equally as we both had high pressure
management positions, which required travel. I have
served as an elected member of the Board of Education
for the last 7 years and fully understand the educational
needs of our children. I have consistently worked for
positive change in St. Marys County and would like to
continue to do so as a County Commissioner. I believe I
can bring fresh ideas and competent management to St
Marys County government.
Concern for balancedcounty development
Workable solutionswhich protect ournatural resources, while
embracing sensiblenew growth
Revitalization of ourtransportation systemsto include local travel,commuting needs andTri-County efforts forfuture replacementof key bridges
Managing countyneeds within our budget,without increasing taxes
Thank you for any support for my campaign.
Auth: G. Bradford Reeves Jr. Treasurer Campaign to Elect Bill MattinglyMailing: P.O. Box 175, Chaptico, MD 20621 web:www.billmattinglyforcountycommissioner.com
My core beliefs
and goals are:
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This summer will kick off St. Marys inaugural
restaurant week July 25-August 8, 2010. Twenty-
one participating restaurants and food services
providers will team up with local producers tocelebrate agriculture.
Unlike most restaurant weeks, Savor St. Marys strives for something
more. Each participating restaurant or food service provider has
prepared one or more dishes featuring in season, local produce from
surrounding farms. Savor St. Marys goal is to link local restaurants
with local producers and in turn give back to the community. Each
participating member will make a contribution to two local soup
kitchens, Loaves & Fishes and St. Marys Caring.
When we support our local farmers, our local agriculture,
aquaculture, we are supporting keeping open space in
our county. I think all the county residents want to
support that as well, said, Rob Plant, owner and
operator of Blue Wind Gourmet and a member
of the Savor St. Marys Steering Committee.Each of the participating restaurants
must create at least one dish for restaurant
week that features an ingredient grown
at a local farm. We are helping the
restaurants and growers build a stronger
relationship with one another that will
last well beyond restaurant week, said
Rebecca Deprey, Tourism Coordinator for
St. Marys County Tourism.
One of the dishes available during Savor St.
Marys is Stuffed Bison Burger Salad from Caf
des Artistes. The dish features ground bison from
Land o Lakes Bison Farm served over a salad mix
from B&C Hydroponics. Loic Jaffres, Chef and Owner,
emphasizes the importance of buying local. When heopened the doors of Caf des Artistes ten years ago, there
were no suppliers from Washington or Baltimore. St.
Marys County was simply too far away. Buying local
is sharing life, said Jaffres. I want to make sure local is
local, from here in St. Marys.
While the focus is on restaurant week, several
participants are not local restaurants. Chef Anne Marie
Morgan is a personal chef and owner of Chesapeake
Cuisine. Morgan designs her clients weekly menus with
local produce in mind. On an average cooking day
Morgan will visit at least 2-4 farms while shopping for
ingredients. When I started to see the advertisements
for Savor St. Marys and when the group starting
organizing, I really wanted to be a part of that. I wanted
a more comprehensive way to reach the producers that
I havent dealt with yet, said Chef Morgan.
Valerie Deptula owner of The Good Earth Natural
RESTAURANT WEEK
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WHOCOULDNTUSEA
PERSONALCHEF?
We are
helping therestaurants and
growers build a
stronger relationship
with one another that
will last well beyond
restaurant
week.
By Grace Jones
Food Company will be highlighting several recipes from her demo kitchen.
The Healthy Lunch Hour takes place Monday-Wednesday 11 a.m. to 2
p.m. It will feature recipes built from local produce. Dishes include a soup,
salad, or wrap. Thursday- Sunday, Larry and Laura will be in the demo
kitchen. Our specialty is organic and natural foods, said Valerie. Were
all about offering quality, healthy ingredients.
While most restaurant weeks feel capitalistic, Savor St. Marys reaches
out to the community. Its not just about dollars, its about education, said
Plant. Its about educating our public. Its educating our chefs and our
kitchen staffs to buy local and support local.
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Blue Wind Gourmet
Bollywood MasalaBrusters Real Ice Cream
Caf des Artistes
Chefs American Bistro
Chespeake Cuisine
D.B. McMillans
Fiesta Caf
Kevin Thompsons Corner
Kafe
Lennys Restaurant
Lindas Caf
Morris Point Restaurant
Ogas Asian Cuisine
Quality Street Kitchen andCatering
Rustic River Bar & Grill
Spinnakers Waterfront Res-
taurant
The Good Earth Natural
Foods Company
The Island Bar and Grill
The Lexington Restaurant &
Lounge
The Mixing Bowl
Tides Restaurant
Savor St. Marys
Patron Giveaways!!!Patrons who dine out twice during restaurant week can bring their recipts to Port
of Leonardtown Winery to redeem free tickets to one of the following events:
Taste of St. Marys St. Marys County FairRiverside Winefest Oyster Festival
Patrons can also enter the Feel the Local Love
Giveaway which includes wine from the Port of
Leonardtown Winery, Oysters from Circle C Oyster
Ranch, and a week of dinners prepared by personal
Chef Anne Marie Morgan.
August 6 author of Dishing
Up Maryland, Lucie Snodgrass,
along with featured Chef s will
appear at a book signing on the
Leonardtown Square from 5
p.m. to 8 p.m.
Also at 8:30 p.m. August
6 during Restaurant Week on
Leonardtown Square there will be a
giveaway. Contestants have the chance
to win a Mennonite-handcrafted leather
Leonardtown businesses.
Patrons who dine out twice during
restaurant week can bring their
recipts to Port of Leonardtown
Winery to redeem free tickets!
For more information on
Savor St.Marys visit
www.SavorStMarys.com.
Participating Restaurants:
Everybody is talking about green, green,
green, said Jaffres. Green isnt only recycling.
Green is buying produce from your next door
neighbor.
When we support our
local farmers, our local
agriculture, aquaculture, we
are supporting keeping open
space in our county. I think all
the county residents want to
support that as well.
The list of featured dishes, chefs and
participating members are located on the Savor
St. Marys website. Each participating chef will
restaurant accompanied by a photograph.
Savor St. Marys restaurant week will befeatured twice each year, with the next occurrence
taking place the week of February 15-28, 2011.
It will highlight local seafood and wine.
Chef Jaffres of Caf des Artistes in Leonardtown
Eats & Entertainment
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fter graduation, student
loan debt can feel like heavy ankleweights dragging you down, reachingover $50,000 for some advanced degrees.
According to Fin Aid Page, LLC, theaverage cumulative debt at graduation for
pharmacists, doctors, lawyers and doctorial students is
$88,648, $136,474, $95, 914, and $61,121, respec-tively.
Education debt is considered by many as gooddebt because it is an investment in your future. Stati-
cally, individuals who have obtained advanced de-grees have higher lifetime earnings potential.
Within the Southern Maryland region, the percent
of citizens age 25 years or older with a graduate or ad-
vanced professional degree within Anne Arundel,Prince Georges, Calvert, St. Marys and CharlesCounty is 14.7, 11.8, 9.10, 9.4 and 8.8 percent, re-
spectively.
Here are three financial planning survivor tips tohelp keep you afloat in the early years of your profes-
sional career while at the same time paying off stu-dent loan debt:
First, when searching for your first professional
ob carefully compare the entire job offer package in-cluding starting salary, employee benefits and eligibil-
ity for government student loan forgiveness programsor employer student loan repayment programs. Note
that in some circumstances any student loanforgiveness or repayments made on your
behalf may need to be included as taxableincome in that tax year.
Second, total student loan debt to annualincome ratio should equal 1 or less. For ex-ample student loan debt of $88,648 divided
by starting salary of $90,000 equals.98 which is less than 1. Therefore,
negotiate a starting salary equal to or greaterthan your total student loan debt.
Third, pay at least 10 percent of your gross
monthly income to student loan debt. Obvi-ously, if the minimum required payment is
greater than this you will need to increaseyour monthly payments accordingly.
In summary, create a solid student loan
debt repayment plan that can help you better
manager you money and create long-termwealth.c
About the Author
Christine Parker is a CERTIFIED FINAN-
CIAL PLANNER professional, personal fi-
nance writer, and President of Parker
Financial, LLC; a woman-owned fee only
registered investment advisers in the state
of Maryland. She is author of
www.2LIVEWELL.com; a financial planning
blog for women of Southern Maryland.
This article is for general informational
purposes only and should not be considered an
individualized recommendation or personalized
investment advice. She does not provide legal or
tax advice. Before implementing any strategy,
please consult your accountant, legal counseland/or financial planner.
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Sinking in an Ocean of Student Loan DebtBy Christine Parker, CFP
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In many industries recruiting departments are
major components in helping companies findpeople whose knowledge, skills and abilities
match those needed by the company. Here inSouthern Maryland where many defense services
firms do business with the Department of the
Navy, defense industry recruiters are looking forindividuals who can perfom jobs for their
Department of De-fense (DoD) cus-
tomers or for thecompany.
Recruiters utilize avariety of avenues tofill open positions with
skilled and knowledge-able applicants. One of
the most successful av-
enues is attending jobfairs because they help
match applicants withspecific skills to specific
job openings.
Job fairs are key,said Megan de Vos, re-
cruiting team lead for
Wyles Aerospace Group,whose headquarters arelocated in Lexington Park,
Md. They serve two pur-
poses for the companyfinding job applicantsthat may not otherwise apply online and also as a
branding vehicle to promote the company.Before speaking to a recruiter at a job fair, it is
helpful to prepare a 20-second speech about your-
self, the areas of expertise you specialize in, andthe type of jobs you are looking for. Also, check
the companys job listings to find openings thatyou believe you may be qualified to fill can help
the recruiter map your qualifications to current
job openings.Since recruiters interact with many job-seekers
in one day at a job fair, it is always beneficial tore-establish contact. After attending a job fair, al-
ways follow up with the recruiter you spokewith, de Vos recommends. Recruiters can
sometimes speak to 200 job seekers at a time.
Stand out by writing a thank you note and includea soft copy of your resume.
Aside from job fairs, searching and selectingresumes is done mostly online in todays job mar-
ket. Within our company we have a tracking sys-
tem that allows us to search the resumes of allapplicants to our positions. de Vos further ex-
plains, If I want to scan whos applied in the lastsix months that has relevant experience for a spe-
cific opening, I can do that search within our owndatabase.
For database searches to be accurate there are
key words that applicants should include in theirresumes. Key words are essential, says de Vos.
A lot of people think that using generic-typewords will get them more exposure, but if you are
looking for a specific
kind of position, buzzor key words are es-
sential to the resume.If you have experience
working with a spe-cific program or air-craft for example,
make sure you useapplicable verbiage
and acronyms, andbe sure to spell them
out.
For those who areinterested in work-
ing for a defensefirm, but find them-
selves without DoD
experience, a suc-
cessful strategy forentering the com-
munity can be to apply for
functional or administrative entry-level posi-
tions. At Wyle, the turn-over rate with mostentry level jobs is less than a year, de Vos says.
Most of these folks are recruited into support-ing any number of programs at Patuxent River.
Since the Naval Air Station is such a small com-munity, applicants who are coming from other
industries without DoD experience on their re-
sume sometimes need to first get that experi-ence.
Other than making connections at job fairs
and obtaining relevant experience, recruiters willtell you that being prepared for an interview is
the key to your success. Researching the com-pany or program you are interviewing with and
having a list of questions to ask during the inter-view is always beneficial and shows that you are
interested and prepared.
Be ready to answer some of the typicallyasked questions such as what are your biggest ac-
complishments and what are your weaknesses?de Vos adds. Turn your weaknesses into posi-
tives, be calm, presentable, and most importantlybe yourself!
For more information about Wyle or to
find out more about careers at Wyle, visitwww.wyle.com.c
About Megan de VosMegan de Vos graduated from the Robert H.
Smith School of Business at the University of
Maryland, College Park with degrees in market-
ing and international business. Prior to coming
to Wyle, Megan worked for Randstad, a staffing
agency, and then moved to corporate recruiting
for a consulting firm CRI, Inc. in Vienna, Va. For
the past four years she has been focused on
technical recruiting for DoD contractors for vari-
ous federal agency contracts including the U.S.
Department of Navy, Customs and Border Pa-
trol, Office of Naval Intelligence, National
Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, National Secu-
rity Agency, and U.S. Army, Marine, and Air
Force. Since joining Wyle, she has focused on
recruiting for NAVAIR contracts across the coun-
try. Megan is the team lead for Wyles Aerospace
Group recruiting team at the Lexington Park,
Md. location. Her interests lie in international
travel, international politics and human capitalmanagement.
Recruiting Team Lead for Wyles Aerospace Group
Business & Finance
Meet Megan de Vos
At Wyle, the turn-over rate with
most entry level jobs is less
than a year. Most of these
folks are recruited into
supporting any
number of
programs at
Patuxent River.
Before speaking to a
recruiter at a job fair,
it is helpful to prepare
a 20-second speech
about yourself, the
areas of expertise you
specialize in, and they
type of jobs you are
looking for.
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By Anissa Swanzy, at SKD STUDIOS
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To see what the hottest colors in interior design are look no further
than the fashion runways. Whether it is a cabinet door or a fabulous
pillow the latest fabrics and textures for our homes are often high
equally. One of the biggest reasons is the textile industry. Textiles cross
and materials might look equally good in a dress as on a sofa
Color and emotionsColors evoke many different emotions warm colors make us feel comfortable
and safe using warm tones in a family room will help make space feel welcoming
and inviting. Cool colors can tend to make us feel invigorated and excited use
these tones in a kitchen or a rec room.
Some of the most common misconceptions we hear at SKD Studios are I
dont want to use dark colors like chocolate brown or dark reds because they
will make the space feel dark. Using dark colors make a space feel warm not
dark I like to use dark colors in high ceilings or on large walls to make thespace feel less overwhelming.
Another common mistake we come
across is when a room is small most people
think that white or very light colors are the
best choice because it will make the space
feel larger Just like using large furniture
pieces in a small space makes it feel larger,
using dark colors will make the space feel
more intimate. Nothing can make a small
room bigger so playing up the space and
embracing the size will make the space
feel purposeful and planned.
Most clients we meet at SKD Studios fall
into two categories the homeowner that
is afraid of color and just keeps everythingbuilder white or the homeowner that wants
to use color and goes color crazy. For those that are afraid of color, we encourage
even with the brightest of
look bigger, more relaxing,
and soft. Keep in mind,
however, monochromatic
doesnt mean all the same,
exact color. It means the
mixing of different hues of
the same color. The key is
to mix light and dark tones
in the same color family.
Repeat colors and patternsfor continuity but DONT GET MATCHY, MATCHY or your attempt at
monochromatic will just look dull and lifeless. Try a taupe on the walls with bright
a white trim and crown and
use several different shades of
taupe and white throughout
the space this is one of my
favorite looks.
And for those homeowners
that are daring and love to use
color make sure that you
follow the hue Keep the plan
simple. Let the color make the
statement without using busy
patterns and ornamentation.
Colorby Design...
Kitchen Colors..Since most appliances are basic black, white or silver, people are adding
bursts of color on other surfaces. Most kitchens have minimal wall space,
so its a good place to splash some
bold color and make a statement
without overpowering the room.Red packs a wallop, physiologically
speaking, increasing blood pressure,
heartbeat and energy. It instills
feelings of intimacy and passion.
Red also increases the appetite,
which explains why it can be a
good choice for a Kitchen.
Warm colors like apricot, yellows and reds are going to continue to be
popular in kitchens because theyre comforting and appetite stimulators.
explains Leatrice, who has a background in psychology as well as interior
design. What makes color trends different from year to year is how you put
them together in fresh, inventive ways.
Pantone recently announced eight new color palettes, which mix old
favorites and fresh new hues. Here are a few that Leatrice recommends for
a splash of color in the kitchen:
Agrestic this appealingly contemporized country style calls for
comforting combinations, like bruschetta browns, tender greens or
warm golden yellows, with an unexpected accent of a vibrant pink.
Savories Accent your home with deliciously exuberant, youthful and
whimsical hues. This palette includes tasty blends of chocolate and
daiquiri green, with dollops of bright hues to embellish the mix.
Ethnic Chic Style reaches a new level of sophistication when you
pair deep purple with misty yellow and stone grays or juxtapose burnt
orange against vibrant blue and dark brown.
SKD Studios, located at 11734 Rousby Hall road in the Lu