Elliot Welcomes Southern New Hampshire’s Only Pediatric...

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WINTER HEALTHTips for colds, flu and more pg 2

ELLIOT MEDICAL CENTERUrgent Care vs. Emergency Department pg 3

KIDS’ HEALTHNew surgeon makes a difference

for New Hampshire kids pg 4Pediatric TLC at Elliot pg 5

ELLIOT NEWS$34 million in community benefits pg 9

PHILANTHROPYFashion runway benefitsElliot Breast Health Center pg 11

WOMEN’S HEALTHHeart disease: the difference

between men & women pg 12

GENERAL HEALTHMore than the winter blues pg 13

TECHNOLOGYLooking back on a year of technology pg 14

NUTRITIONManaging diabetes through

the holidays pg 15

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Elliot Welcomes SouthernNew Hampshire’s Only

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Elliot Welcomes SouthernNew Hampshire’s Only

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Andrew Rosen, MD, FAAP

For many, colds and flu are anunfortunate part of winter, buttaking a few basic precautions

can greatly reduce your risk forbecoming infected or spreading thesewinter illnesses.

More than a hundred differentviruses can cause colds. Most peopleaverage three colds a year. Symptoms,which usually last up to two weeks,may include a sore throat, sneezing,congestion, coughing, aches andpains, watery eyes, fever.

Influenza is a contagious respiratoryinfection, but isn’t usually a threat tomost people. Symptoms are similar toa cold, but are often more severe andlast longer. It is very contagious,spreading amongst individuals with-out much effort. Most people infectedwith the flu will not die from it,although they can get very sick. Forthe elderly, those that have a chronichealth problem and young children, itcan cause serious complications.

The advice hasn’t really changedmuch over the years: strict hand wash-ing, limiting contact with sick individ-uals and immunization againstinfluenza (flu shot).

Although the vaccine is not per-

fect, it almost certainly decreases theseverity of influenza if you contract itand often times limits this severe ill-ness to a mild cold over a few days.Regular hand washing with eithersoap and water or an alcohol basedwaterless soap will often decrease thespread as well. You cannot get the flufrom the flu shot.

Certain medications can treat con-firmed cases of influenza, often help-ing to shorten both the course andseverity of the illness. One medicationhas actually been shown to be success-ful in treating avian flu (bird flu), anillness that has been spread to somehumans. While it is extremely rare atthis time for avian flu to spread from

person to person, many people havetried to acquire medication to takejust in case they get infected. This isvery dangerous and inappropriategiven most cases of suspected flu arenot actually flu. The rapidly evolvingnumber of strains of avian flu havealso become resistant to this particularmedication.

Although everyone should get a flushot to prevent spread and severity ofthe disease, certain people are consid-ered higher risk than others: womenwho are pregnant, close householdcontacts with children less than 6months of age, children 6 months to3 years of age, those with heart, lungor other chronic illnesses and adultsover the age of 65.

Call your doctor and inquire aboutgetting a flu shot. Don’t let thisopportunity fly away!

Andrew Rosen, MD,FAAP, is Board Certifiedin Pediatrics and InternalMedicine and practices atElliot Primary Care atLondonderry, 4 OrchardView Drive, 552-1400.

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Tips for Avoiding Seasonal Illnesses

'Tis the Season for Cold and Flu

Winter illnesses come in many different forms. It’s important to take precautions against more than just coldsand flu, especially when spending time outside.Hypothermia: A drop in body temperature to 95 degrees or less can be fatal if not treated quickly.

Symptoms include, slurred speech, forgetfulness, drowsiness, shallow breathing and shivering. If you sus-pect someone is suffering from hypothermia, wrap them in a warm blanket and seek immediate med-ical treatment if their temperature is 95 degrees or lower.

Frostbite: Prolonged exposure to frigid weather can cause frostbite. Your face, ears, hands, wrists and feetare most at risk. Be alert for signs of frostbite, which include whitish, stiff skin that feels numb. Warmthe body gradually and seek medical attention immediately.

WINTER HEALTH TIPSWINTER HEALTH TIPS

Greg Baxter, MD

Your child develops asore throat just beforebedtime. A co-workercuts her hand and needsstitches. You fall off aladder and think you’vebroken your arm. Yourfirst thought might beto head to the emer-gency room. In thepast, this has been theideal place to turn to forlife’s little medical sur-

prises, but soon, there will be a new place to go for treat-ment – the Elliot Urgent Care Center.

Located at the Elliot Medical Center at Londonderry,Elliot Urgent Care will offer quick treatment for non-emergency medical issues. Emergency room patients mayhave to wait while trauma patients are treated, but anurgent care center focuses solely on those with non-lifethreatening illnesses, thereby shortening the wait time.

Quality, however, isn’t sacrificed in the name of shortwaiting times. Board certified emergency physicians are onstaff during all hours of operation and work with a special-ized clinical team to deliver the highest quality of care toeach patient. The urgent care center will also feature a labwith many test results available in just minutes. Even x-rays and ct scans can be conducted on-site with profession-al radiologist interpretation during your visit.

At Elliot, we believe that your care should continue evenafter you leave our Urgent Care Center. With your permis-sion, a summary of your visit will immediately be sent toyour primary care physician or specialist. Appropriate refer-rals to specialists in your area will be given at the time of

your visit and information about yourvisit will be stored in Elliot’s electronicconfidential medical record system.

Dr. Baxter is the Medical Director of the Elliot Regional Trauma and Urgent Care Centers.

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URGENT EMERGENCY CARE DEPARTMENT

COMING SOON!Elliot Urgent Care Center

Buttrick Road | LondonderryJust 15 minutes from Manchester!

Monday through Friday: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Treating all ages, infants to seniors • No appointment necessary• Convenient alternative to the emergency

department and primary care office• High quality care with less wait than typically

expected in the emergency department • Prompt care for non-life threatening conditions

Urgent Care• Respiratory infections:

Common Cold, flu,sinus infection, bronchi-tis, pneumonia

• Sore throat• Earache• Headache• Urinary Tract Infection• Skin rash• Poison Ivy• Gastroenteritis• Fractures & dislocations

• Sprains & strains• Cuts & lacerations• Burns• Minor eye injuries• Splinters• Sports injuries• Vaccinations: tetanus,

pertussis, influenza• Lab work • X-rays• CT scan

EmergencyDepartment• All life threatening

emergencies• Chest pain• Abdominal pain• Multiple injuries

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IT’S EASY TO BELIEVEDr. Brian Gilchrist when he says“There’s not a morning I don’t wakeup glad that I do what I do.” Thepediatric surgeon’s enthusiasm is a tes-tament to the life he has devoted tohealing children. But it’s much morethan satisfaction for one’s career choice.He’s a man who can utter medicalterms at a dizzying pace as if he’s spo-ken them since birth, but when a childenters the room, he becomes a differ-ent person. Kneeling beside them, hehangs on their every word. His voicebecomes soft-spoken and they instantlyseem at ease. When asked how he putsparents’ minds at ease, he softly says “Itreat their children like my own.”

Recognizing that children have dif-ferent surgical needs than adults, ElliotHealth System is honored that Dr.Gilchrist has joined our pediatric team.Widely respected across the countryand around the world for his skill,expertise and compassion, he not only

offers specialized surgical services, butallows children of Southern NewHampshire to stay close to homefor their treatment, some-thing unheard of in thisarea for many years. Asone of only 400 pedi-atric surgeons in theUnited States, henow holds the dis-tinction of being theonly pediatric sur-geon in SouthernNew Hampshire.

Currently serving asthe Pediatric Surgeon-in-Chief at the Tufts-NewEngland Medical Center FloatingHospital for Children in Boston, MA,he also earned a Presidential Medal forhis service in the Persian Gulf War. Hebecame involved with Elliot after beingdrawn to the health system’s commit-ment, devotion and vision for the peo-ple of New Hampshire and their

healthcare needs. He stronglybelieves in being a resource forpediatricians and surgeons, invit-ing his colleagues to call him forconsultation anytime of the dayor night, any day of the year,something he says he does all forthe betterment of the children.

Elliot’s Commitment to KidsThe addition of Dr. Gilchrist

and pediatric surgery is just onepart of Elliot Health System’scomprehensive pediatric pro-gram. Children may be oursmallest patients, but ensuringtheir health is one of our biggestpriorities. Elliot Health Systemcontinues to build on it’s history

of caring for families and babies by cre-ating a continuum of care that includes

board-certified pediatricians andnow Southern New

Hampshire’s only pedi-atric surgeon.

Our commitment toyour children beginsbefore they are evenborn through a vari-ety of importantclasses for parents-to-be. Mothers deliv-

er in our newly reno-vated Labor and

Delivery unit and spendthe first days of their baby’s

life in rooms that offer the samecomfort and amenities of hotel suites.

For infants that need extra care, ourLevel III Newborn Intensive Care Unitoffers the most advanced care withNeonatologists on the unit at all times,giving worried parents some peace ofmind. Pediatric Hospitalists are doctorsthat care for patients in our Pediatric/Adolescent unit and EmergencyDepartment round-the-clock and onweekends. Specialized care is alwaysavailable to the children and babies atthe Elliot Hospital.

One of the most important necessi-ties for a healthy childhood is a board-certified Pediatrician. Elliot has someof the most dedicated Pediatricianslocated in Manchester, Hooksett,Raymond and Londonderry that carefor your child as if they were one oftheir own.

Cover photo: Dr. Gilchrist celebrates good healthwith a few of his young patients, (front, left toright) Cassandra Berry, age 6; Jonathan Mpoyo,age 5; Shawn Kleiner, 4 months and UzielMpoyo, age 2. In back, Isabella Poschmann, age 5.


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To learn more about Dr. Gilchrist services,

contact your pediatrician or call Elliot Pediatric Surgical

Services at 663-8393.

To find an Elliot pediatrician for your child, or to learn more

about Elliot Pediatric Care, call Elliot On-Call

at 663-4567.

Children Receive Specialized Care at Elliot

Children Receive Specialized Care at Elliot


because we careChoosing a pediatrician or healthcare provider for your child is an important decision. At Elliot, you’ll find a team

of board-certified pediatricians and professionals who blend medical expertise with a dose of TLC for a level of

care you won’t find anywhere else. Our pediatric practices care for infants, children and adolescents and

offer same-day appointments when necessary to ensure your child is soon on the road to recovery. KKiidd’’ss

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Doctors ParkPediatrics

275 Mammoth RoadManchester 663-8300

Pediatric HealthAssociates

275 Mammoth RoadManchester663-8350

Elliot Primary Careat Londonderry

4 Orchard View Drive (Moving to Buttrick Road

in early 2007)

Londonderry552-1400

Riverside Primary Care

Riverside Plaza11 Kimball Drive

Hooksett641-5386

Elliot Primary Careat Raymond

Raymond Shopping Center15 Freetown Road

Raymond895-8000

Elliot PediatricSurgery Services275 Mammoth Road

Manchester663-8393

Andrew Rosen, MD

Gus Emmick, MD

Jason Emmick, MD

Roger Frieden, MD Lou Nackman, MD Alexis Reimer, MD Donald Salvatore, MD Sandra Truebe, MD

Patricia Cayer, MD Holly Neefe, MD Mary Pulaski, MD Mark Myers, MD Christina Ferreri, ARNP

not pictured: Fernando Ferrucci, MD

Brian Gilchrist, MD

Nancy Husarik, MD John Klunk, MD

Candice Camacho, MD

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The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowl-

edge and proficiency in BLS, ACLS and PALS and has devel-

oped instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these

materials in an educational course does not represent course

sponsorship by the American Heart Association. Any fees

charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed

for AHA course material, do not represent income to the

Association.

American Heart Association CPR & Basic First AidBasic First Aid $37Wed, Feb 21, 6 to 9 p.m.Learn techniques to give immediate care to aninjured or suddenly ill person. Basic first aid,how to take care of people involved in life-threatening situations, and when to alertmedical personnel.

CPR for All Ages $37Sat, Jan 6 or Mar 3, 8 to 11 a.m.

CPR for New or Expired Healthcare Professionals $62Sat, Feb 3, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

CPR Renewal for Healthcare Professionals $47Sat, Jan 6 or Mar 3, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Healthy Infant & Child First Aid & CPR for all ages $52Wed, Jan 10 & 17 or Mar 14 & 21, 6 to 9 p.m.

Safe Sitter Program $50Sat, Feb 17 or Mar 17, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.For children ages 11 to 13 to learn basic baby-sitting skills. Includes manual and duffel bag.

First Aid for Pets $40Mon, Dec 4 or Jan 29, 6 to 9 p.m.Learn to keep your pet safe and how to carefor them in an emergency with this Red Crosscourse.

Understanding and Managing Chronic Pain $35Thur, Jan 11 to Mar 15, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Learn techniques to control pain, improvefunction, restore hope, and improve qualityof life. Call 663-2767 to register.

Freedom from Smoking $75Thur, Mar 22 to May 17, 6:30 to 8 p.m.Learn to kick the habit! Fee may be reim-bursable by insurance.

Shortness of Breath Seminar Free!Tues, Dec 14, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., ElliotHospital, Wound Ctr Conference Rm, 1st FloorLearn about the causes of shortness of breathand possible treatment options. To register,please call 663-2366.

Advance Directives Free!Tues, Feb 13 or Mar 13, 3 to 4 p.m., ElliotHospital Conference Center, ground floorDiscuss living wills and durable powers ofattorney. This program will help you makeimportant medical decisions should youbecome unable to do so because of healthissues.

Everyone’s an Artist... Even if you Can’t Draw $66Mon, Feb 5, 6 to 9 p.m.Reduce stress by learning to paint! Fun andsimple tips for tapping into your inner cre-ativity. No drawing or painting experiencerequired. You’ll go home with three paintings.

Positive Parenting Series $10 sessionPresented by Elliot Behavioral Health Services,6 to 7:30 p.m., Elliot Hospital ConferenceCenter, ground floor, light refreshments served,registration required.• How to Effectively Communicate with

your Teen, Tues, Jan 9• How Divorce Affects your Child, Tues, Feb 13

Journaling: The Write Path $20Tues, Jan 16 to Feb10, 6 to 7:30 p.m. (ElliotWellness Center) or Wed, Mar 7 to Apr 11,10:30 a.m. to noon (Senior Health Center) Learn a variety of creative writing techniquesto encourage the process of healing and well-ness in your life. This course will also providereal, hands-on tools for reducing anxiety andimproving relaxation. Bring blank book towrite in and a pen.

Kids on the Move $35Tues, Jan 2 to Feb 13 or Feb 27 to April 10,3:45 to 4:30 p.m.This fun class set to music will get kids mov-ing and teach them about the importance ofphysical activity.

Ease into Fitness $25Wed, Jan 3 to Feb 14, 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.Gentle exercise program increases strength,

flexibility and endurance. Combines lowimpact aerobics, bands and stretching. Goodfor the beginner and those taking Elliot’sChoosing the Right Weigh and First LineTherapy classes, but open to everyone.

Kickbox Circuit Training $60Tues, Jan 2 to Feb 13 or Feb 27 to April 10,4:45 to 5:45 p.m. Muscular and cardio workout great for all fit-ness levels.

Fitness Evaluation $42Welliot Office at Elliot Hospital or ElliotWellness Center. Call 663-8280 for appt.Assessment in all areas of fitness (muscularstrength and endurance, cardio endurance,flexibility, body composition, resting pulse,and resting blood pressure). Receive a person-al report and exercise prescription during aone-on-one private consultation.

Cardio Salsa $40Mon, Jan 8 to Mar 5 or Mar 19 to Apr 30,6:30 to 7:30 p.m.The Royal Dance Studio of Manchester com-bines fitness, fun and dance! Wear sneakers,raise your heart rate, build endurance andbreak a sweat, while learning new steps.

Beginner Level Line Dancing $50Thur, Jan 4 to Feb 15 or Mar 1 to Apr 26, 7 to8 p.m.Learn the basic steps and a number of popu-lar line dances. Not just country western!Held at Mill Around.

Stability Ball with Free Weights andResistance Bands $72*/$82Mon and Wed, Jan 8 to Apr 4, Beginners 6 to 7p.m., Intermediate 7 to 8 p.m. Strengthen core muscles, legs, glutes, armsand chests. *$72 if you bring your own ball.

Hatha Yoga for Middle Age & Beyond $90Mon, Jan 8 to Mar 12, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.,Tues,Jan 9 to Feb 27, 6 to 7:15 p.m.Good for the beginner level participant whowould like a gentler type of yoga.

Kripalu Yoga $90Mon, Jan 8 to Feb 26 and Mar 12 to Apr 30,7:15 to 8:30 p.m.Postures, breathwork, deep relaxation andmeditation to heighten body awareness,

Community Wellness

Take time for your health

All classes are held at the Elliot Wellness Center, 317 Lincoln Street, unless otherwise noted.

To register, call Elliot On-Call at 603-663-4567.

For additional program details, visit www.elliothospital.org

UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTEDTreat yourself to a healthier mind and body,and encourage a friend to join you!

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develop mental clarity, increase flexibility, andcreate a deep sense of inner peace. Beginners toexperienced.

Reiki Clinic $10 donation3rd Wed monthly, 7 to 7:30 p.m. or 7:30 to 8 p.m.Gentle noninvasive, hands-on-healing that balances the flow of energy in your body andreduces stress, pain and anxiety. Appt. required.

NIA (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) $80 session Mon, Jan 9 to Mar 27, 6:15 to 7:15 p.m., WelliotGroup Exercise Rm, Elliot Hospital, ground floor“East meets West” method tones your mind,body and spirit, using the expressiveness of dance,the power and strength of martial arts, and thegrace and wisdom of the healing arts. NIA is user-friendly and can fit the needs of any age. Mustregister for demo class.

First Line Therapy $150Wed, Dec 6 to Feb 21 and Jan 3 to Feb 21, 6:30 to7:30 p.m.Learn how to improve your cardiovascular riskfactors, promote fat loss and support healthyinsulin and blood sugar balance. Call 663-2521to register.

Elliot’s Choosing the Right Weigh Free! Introductory Classes, Jan 15, Jan 22, Feb 15 or Feb22, 6:30 to 8 p.m.This free introductory session outlines the 16-week comprehensive weight management pro-gram focusing on total health, not pounds.Reimbursed by Anthem, Cigna and HealthTrust.

Fit & Healthy Kid Style $99Mon, Mar 6 to May 15, 6:15 to 8 p.m.For children ages 8 to 11 and their families facingweight issues. Learn how to plan healthy mealsand increase activity levels. Parents meet with spe-cialists while kids exercise. Includes YMCAProgram Membership to attend “Family Time”exercise. Reimbursable by Anthem BC/BS. Call232-8616 to register.

Breast & Cervical Cancer Screenings Free!FREE breast and cervical cancer screening tests toeligible women. For more information, call theCAncer REsource line at 663-5787.

Body Composition $21Third Thursday monthly, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Exercise physiologist calculates body fat percent-age. Learn how to reduce total body fat. Great forpersonal awareness and as a baseline for startingan exercise program.

Full Lipid/Cholesterol ProfileThird Thursday monthly, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Total cholesterol with HDL breakdown andcholesterol ratio. No fasting required. $19

Lipid profile. A complete breakdown of HDL,LDL, triglycerides, and glucose. A 12-hour fast is required; no food except water and medications. $23

Osteoporosis $21Third Thursday monthly, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Accurate and painless Osteoporosis screening formen and women. Printed report and counselingprovided.

VNA Hospice Bereavement Drop-In Center Free!Mon (except holidays), 10 to 11:30 a.m., SeniorHealth Center, 138 Webster StreetFor more information, call 663-4005.

Living with Cancer Free!Tuesdays, 6 to 7:30 p.m.Elliot Regional Cancer Center at Elliot Hospital A support group for people with cancer, theirfamilies and/or support persons. To register, call663-2602.

Prostate Cancer Free!Fourth Monday monthly, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., ElliotHospital Conference Center, Ground floorA support and education group for men withprostate cancer, their families and/or support per-son. To register, call 663-4170.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer Free!Second Wednesday monthly, 6 to 7:30 p.m., ElliotRegional Cancer Center at Elliot HospitalProvides support and sharing for any womanwho has experienced breast cancer. Call theCancer Resource Line at 663-5787 to register.

Look Good, Feel Better Free!Fourth Monday monthly, 2:30 p.m.In conjunction with the American CancerSociety. Cosmetology help is provided to thosereceiving cancer treatment. Call 471-4150.

AICD (Automatic Internal Cardiac Defibrillator) Free!First Friday monthly, 11 a.m. to noonElliot offers the only AICD support group in thetri-state area. Designed to help patients withinternal cardioverter defibrillators and their fami-lies deal with unique issues. Call 663-2959 formore information.

Obsessive Compulsive Free!First and third Tuesday monthly, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Involves education, self-help, goal setting andsocializing. Call 663-4079 to register.

Parkinson’s Free!Third Wednesday monthly, 3 to 4:30 p.m.For people with Parkinson’s disease, family mem-bers, friends, or anyone who has an interest inlearning more about this disease. Call 663-2156for more information.

S.H.A.R.E. Free!Third Wednesday monthly, 7 to 8:30 p.m.For parents who have experienced a miscarriage,stillbirth or neonatal death. Call 663-3396 formore information.

Chronic Pain Free!Second and Fourth Tues monthly, 5 to 6:30 p.m.Peer support and education for people withchronic pain and their families. Held at ElliotHospital, Wound Center, first floor. For moreinformation, call 663-2767.

All classes held at the Senior Health Center,138 Webster Street, unless otherwise noted.

SPECIAL OFFER for gym members! Receive a$15 discount on LIVE, Maintenance, Strong &Active for Life and Hatha Yoga.

Talk’n Diabetes Free!Tues, Dec 12 and Jan 9, 9 to 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. tonoonLearn simple self-care tips. Open discussions eachmonth help you take control of your diabetes onestep at a time. Registration is required.

Lo-Impact Chair Aerobics $55Mon & Wed, Dec 4 thru Feb 14, 11:15 a.m. to12:15 p.m. or 3 to 3:45 p.m.Benefit from group exercise even if you don’t havestamina or balance to perform exercise whilestanding. Light aerobic and muscle conditioning,and stretching helps increase cardiovascular andpulmonary function.

Reach and Balance $55Mon & Wed, Dec 4 thru Feb 14, 8:45 to 9:45 a.m.Participants will stretch all the major musclegroups,increase their flexibility and balance.

New! How to Get the Most Out of Your Doctor’s Visit Free!Tues, Dec 19, 10:30 to 11:30 p.m.Learn how to be a savvy healthcare consumer,how to choose the right doctor, what to ask atyour appointment and more!

Medicare D Assistance Free!Tues, 9 a.m. to noon and Thurs,1 to 4 p.m.Basic information provided to help you selectprescription drug coverage. Assistance with appli-cations is also available. By appointment only.

Men’s Breakfast Free!Fourth Friday monthly, 9 to 10 a.m.Open to all men rebuilding their lives after aspouse’s death. Continental breakfast, social timeand speaker.

Fun with Food Free!Wed, Mar 7, 14 and 21, 2 to 4 p.m.Learn how to cook simple, healthy meals for oneRegister online at www.elliothospital.org

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or two people in this entertaining class. Chef Joewill share recipes and demonstrate easy cookingtechniques.

All About Food Free!Wed, Feb 21, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.This entertaining cooking and nutrition class isthe one day version of our Fun with Food class.Great recipes and healthy tips from Chef Joe andClinical Dietician Marilyn Mills. Bon appetite!

Strength Training Maintenance $40Tues, Jan 2 to Feb 15 and Feb 27 to Apr 12, 10 to10:45 a.m.For those that have completed the Strong LivingProgram. This class uses free weights, bands andfloor exercises.

VNA Foot Care Clinic $20First four Mondays (except holidays), 8:30 to 11:30a.m., Half-hour appointmentsFoot inspection and assessment, toenail trimmingby a registered nurse. Diabetics, people takingCoumadin or other blood thinners, or personswith peripheral vascular disease require a writtenphysician order. Registration required.

VNA Blood Pressure Screenings Free!Mondays (except holidays), 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.Screening and counseling on techniques to man-age or improve blood pressure. Walk-ins welcome.

VNA Ear Care Clinic $20Fifth Mon and Fri monthly (except holidays)Ear inspection and assessment. Ear wax removalby a registered nurse. Registration is required.

Mind Aerobics $15Mon, Jan 8 to Feb 26 and Mar 12 to Apr 16, 1 to1:45 p.m.Designed to stimulate the brain and improve cog-nitive functioning. Fun and challenging exerciseshelp sharpen proficiency in memory skills, flexiblethinking, perception, and reasoning.

Fit and 50 $55Mon and Wed, Dec 4 to Feb 14, 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.An advanced or beginner strength-training pro-gram with more variety. Incorporates ankleweights, hand bands, and floor work.

Gym Membership $65Mon thru Fri, Nov 27 to Feb 24, 6:30 a.m. to 7:30p.m.; Sat, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Stay fit with treadmills, bicycles, elliptical trainersand full body strength training circuit. One-on-one orientations and personalized exercise pro-grams are offered. Work out in a safe and super-vised non-competitive environment.

Senior Wellness ScreeningsThird Friday monthly, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.Total cholesterol with HDL breakdown and cho-lesterol ratio. No fasting required. $19Lipid profile. Includes a complete breakdown of

HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, and glucose. A 12-hourfast is required; no food, only water and medica-tions. $23Body Composition $21Osteoporosis $21

Functional Fitness Testing $40Assesses balance, risk of falling, lower and upper-body strength, aerobic endurance, flexibility,motor ability and dynamic balance. Medicalrelease and appointment required. Call 663-7012,to schedule.

Low Impact Aerobics for Vitality and Energy (L.I.V.E.) $40Tues and Thurs, Jan 2 to Feb 15 and Feb 27 to Apr12, 11 to 11:45 a.m.Easy to follow moves are great for beginners.

The Pharmacist is In Free!First Tues monthly, starting Jan 9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Blood pressure and medication management con-sultations. In partnership with the MCPHSSchool of Pharmacy. By appointment only.

Holiday Safety for Seniors Free!Tues, Dec 5, 10 to 11:30 a.m.Learn to stay safe when shopping, traveling andheating your home. Presented by Officer JeffBolduc of the Manchester Police Department.

Tax Assistance Free!Mon, Feb 5 to Apr 9Get assistance completing your simple IRS forms.Well-informed, friendly representatives fromAARP’s Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE)Program have been trained by both the IRS andAARP. By appointment only.

Prenatal Yoga $90Thur, Jan 11 to Mar 2 and Mar 22 to May 10,5:30 p.m. or 7 p.m.Physically, mentally and emotionally prepare forthe changes that happen during the childbearingyear. Learn to trust your body so the techniquesflow naturally into your consciousness when youenter labor, creating the opportunity for a positiveand empowering birth experience.

Boot Camp for New Dads $25 Thurs, Jan 20 or Mar 10, 9 a.m. to noonFor new dads and dads-to-be to discuss the joysand responsibilities of fatherhood, including car-ing for your newborn, communicating with yourpartner, and preparing for your new family.

Parenting Your Newborn $50 per coupleOn-going, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Prepare for your new baby and the transition intoparenthood. Learn about normal newbornappearance and behaviors, procedures after birth,basic care and more.

Infant Massage $20 per coupleMar 6 and May 8, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Relax and soothe your baby while deepening thebond that allows you to understand and nurtureyour baby. This is a special time to slow down andshare a fully nurturing experience. This class isoffered to parents and their babies 6 weeks andolder.

Back to Work and Breastfeeding $15Thurs, Jan 4, Feb 1 or Mar 1, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. A Certified Lactation Consultant will address:preparing baby for transition, maintaining breastmilk supply, types of pumps and techniques, useof supplements, and workplace issues. For momsand their babies 2 weeks and older.

1-Day Surgery Center Tour for Children Free!Wed, Nov 1 or Nov 18, 6:30 p.m., Registrationrequired.Parents and children ages 12 and younger andtheir siblings are invited to attend our special pedi-atric tours. Meet with staff, review the surgicalprocess and tour the facility.

Testing Toddler $15Fri, Dec 8 and Feb 9, 6 to 9 p.m.Explore the normal growth and development ofchildren ages 1 to 3. A Child Life Specialist willaddress the challenges of dealing with sleep, disci-pline, and normal behaviors of toddlerhood.

Ongoing Childbirth and Parenting ClassesBreastfeedingExercise & Your PregnancyGrandparents UpdateGreat ExpectationsInfant/Child CPR and SafetyInfant Growth and DevelopmentLabor SeriesIntroduction to Underwater BirthMaternity TourMom’s GroupRefresher Labor Sibling ClassSiblings Without RivalryVBAC

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ELLIOT CARES ABOUT PATIENT SAFETY

If you have a concern regarding the safety or quality ofcare given to our patients, we want to hear from you!

We encourage you to contact our Patient Relations/Safetyline at 603-663-2666, or contact the Joint Commissionon Hospital Accreditation (JCAHO) at 1-800-994-6610 or the State of New Hampshire at 1-800-852-3345.

Elliot Hospital Voted TOP HOSPITAL

For Second YearElliot Hospital has been named a 2006/07 Consumer Choice

Award winner by National Research Corporation (NRC) forbeing the most preferred hospital for overall quality and image in theManchester and Nashua service area. This marks the second year in arow that consumers have chosen Elliot as their top hospital of choice.

The Consumer Choice Awards are based on four HealthcareMarket Guide Quality/Image indicators: Best Overall Quality, BestDoctors, Best Nurses, and Best Image/Reputation. Residents wereasked to rate their local hospitals as part of a national survey con-ducted by NRC each year.

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$34 million provided in

Community Benefits

“We at Elliot are proud to have once again,been named a top hospital by the peoplewe treat,” said Doug Dean, President andCEO. “Our mission is to provide qualityhealthcare to the community and we arehonored that our patients have placed theirtrust in Elliot and value our services.”

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Community BenefitsElliot’s responsibility to the community is deeply

rooted in its history. From the inception of the hospi-tal in 1890, our organization has been committed toproviding superior services, compassionate healthcareand unsurpassed support to our patients.

As such, we are proud to report that, outside oftraditional patient care, we offered programs andservices to roughly 1.5 million people in the GreaterManchester area in fiscal year 2006. This includesmore than $34 million dollars in community benefitsthrough programs such as free screenings, charitablecare, education, outreach and programs such as Dareto C.A.R.E.

Of the $34 million, those people who are underin-sured or uninsured received the care they needed‘anywhere in the health system. Elliot has supportedthe needs of all and given over $12.6 million in charitable care in fiscal year 2006. This year’s 2006Community Benefit Report can be viewed atwww.elliothospital.org.

SPOTLIGHTSPONSORS:Cube 3 Studio, LLC Anagnost Companies

PINK SPONSORS: Amoskeag Anesthesia,

PLLC Bank of America Bedford Commons,

OB-GYN, P.A. Dartmouth-Hitchcock

Manchester Hewlett-Packard Lehman Brothers Private

Investment Mgt.

New Hampshire BusinessReview

tracey/edwards/oneil Triangle Credit UnionWMUR-TV

BLUE SPONSORS: CIGNA Healthcare Dade Behring, Inc. Gilbane Inc.Holland + Knight Martini Northern Moore Center Services,

Inc. NH Cardiology

Consultants PC

Principal Financial Group Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.Winbrook WTPL

FRIENDS: Bianco, P.A. Brennan & Pike Brophy Financial

Advisory Group Lindner Dental MacMillin Company Ropes & Gray LLP Sheehan Phinney Bass

& Green PA Willis

THANK YOU TO THE ALL THE SPONSORS THAT MADE THIS EVENING POSSIBLE

Dear Friends, As I reflect on our accomplishments

over the last year, I am humbled. Yes,advancements in technology are critical and necessary when measuring the qualityof care we provide to the community. But

the humanity in which we conduct our affairs is far morereaching and significant and where my pride rests.

Electronic Medical Records, Stereotactic Radio Surgery,and Breast MRI-Guided Biopsies are just a few examples of the Elliot Wave of Technology. The Dare to C.A.R.E.vascular screening program is one of our investments inpreventative care and education. We proudly offer this life-saving program free of charge to the GreaterManchester community because it is the right thing to do.The state-of-the-art Elliot Child Care Center and naturalplayground is our investment in the future. If our childrenfollow our example and live their lives with compassion,love, and acceptance then we have indeed accomplished our most important charge.

To continue our tradition of excellence in healthcare, I ask for your participation in this year’s Annual AppealCampaign. Join me in this opportunity and designate yourtax-deductible gift to the program or department of yourchoice. Whatever your comfort level, please know that yourgenerosity supports thehealth and well being ofthose the Elliot is soprivileged to serve.

Warm Regards,

Douglas F. DeanPresident and CEO

Your community, your hospital, your investment in you...

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TO MAKE A DONATION TO THE 2006ANNUAL APPEAL CAMPAIGN please visit ourweb site at www.elliothospital.org and clickon the Mary & John Elliot Charitable

Foundation or mail your donation to:Mary & John Elliot Charitable Foundation2006 Annual Appeal Campaign

4 Elliot Way, Suite 301Manchester, NH 03103

Elliot Hospital AssociatesRAISE OVER $50,000

to Benefit Women’s & Children’s and VNA Community Services

More than 300 attendees gathered for theElliot Associates 5th Annual Dinner Dance andSilent Auction on October 14 and helped raiseover $50,000 for Women’s and Children’sServices of Elliot Hospital and VNA Commu-nity Services.

“I wish to thank Nicholas Middleton ofCube 3 and Dick Anagnost of The AnagnostCompanies for their generosity. Their continuedfinancial support has far-reaching effects on theGreater Manchester community,” says EthelChaput, President. “The Associates are honoredto work with all the sponsors and participants tomake this annual event not only a magicalevening for all in attendance but a highlyregarded fundraiser benefiting many in theElliot community.”

The Elliot Hospital Associates are a group ofdedicated fundraisers who have been enhancingthe services of Elliot with their financial supportfor over 100 years.

Doug Dean, President and CEO, Susanna Whitcher,VP Public Affairs and Marketing,

Mayor Frank Guinta and his wife Morgan

The Elliot Breast HealthCenter, received a donationin the amount of $51,385

as a beneficiary of The Patron TequilaHair Competition and Martini Reviewheld earlier this year.

“Dr. Teresa Ponn and I are most grate-ful to Dean Williams and the MartignettiCompanies of NH,” said Dr. EdwardDalton, a breast surgeon for the ElliotBreast Health Center. “We understandthere are many important programs andorganizations serving women throughoutthe Greater Manchester community andwe want to say thank you for selecting theElliot Breast Health Center. We are proudand humbled.“

The Patron Tequila Hair Competitionraised over $70,000 benefiting the womenof New Hampshire. Over 45 hairdresserscompeted from across New England,showcasing their creativity and imagina-tion as their amazingly coiffed modelswalked down a 40-foot runway at theVerizon Wireless Arena.

A second runway event, Fashion forCause also benefited the Elliot BreastHealth Center. Highlighting contempo-rary fashions from Junz Boutique ofNashua, Fashion for a Cause was sponsoredby and held at the Brookstone Grille &Event Center in Derry, NH. June Pastmanof Junz, along with Barbara Scanlon andNettie Thompson brought more than 200attendees together for a fun-filled fashion-able evening, which included a silent auc-tion. Proceeds to the Elliot Breast HealthCenter totaled over $18,600.

Drs. Dalton and Ponn happily admit,“The runway has been very good to us andthe community we so proudly serve!”


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Barbara Scanlon, June Pastman, and Nettie Thompson present Drs. EdwardDalton and Teresa Ponn with a check in the amount of $18,615.79.

Drs. Dalton, Ponn and Dean Williams of Martinetti.

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE SPONSORS WHO MADE THE PATRON TEQUILA AND MARTINI REVIEW POSSIBLE:

C.B. Sullivan Corporation . The Hippo Press . L Newman Associates/Paul Mansback Martignetti Companies of NH . The Music Factory . The Patron Spirit Company

The Verizon Wireless Arena . Manchester & Nashua Harley-Davidson NH Oncology & Hematology . Verizon Broadband . Devine & Nyquist Attorneys at Law

Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists of Southern NH . Hanover Street Chophouse & C.R. SparksJ.W. HILL Sports Bar & Grill . Print NH . Accurate Air . EVP Creative . Gold’s Gym

Jackie Lee & Debbie Thomas - Teeney Treasures Levi & Gertrude Theriault - Absco Heating & Plumbing . Shelley Malone - Partners Realty Group

Stebbins Realty . Wally’s & Bernie’s . White Cliff Communications

Media Sponsors: Channel 9 WMUR . Clear Channel Communications . TV 23 – MCAMThe Wire . The Union Leader . Associated Press

Fashion Runway benefits the Elliot Breast Health Center


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Robert M. Lavery MD, FACC

Heart disease in women has becomea fashionable topic in recent years andhas led to the creation of programs forthe detection and treatment exclusivelyin the female gender. Still, greaterawareness of heart disease in women isbadly needed as one in every threewomen has some form of cardiovascu-lar disease. For over 20 years, the num-ber of cardiovascular deaths in womenexceeds the number in men. Nearlytwice as many women die from heartdisease and stroke than from all formsof cancer, including breast cancer.Cardiovascular disease ranks firstamong all disease categories in hospitaldischarges for women.

The difference between men & womenAt Elliot Hospital, our cardiologists

and primary care providers are wellaware of the importance of cardiovascu-lar disease in women and take anaggressive approach to its diagnosis andtreatment. We know it’s the same dis-ease process that affects men, but oftenpresents differently and has featuresthat require special awareness. Forexample, heart attacks in women typi-cally occur about ten years later than inmen. This is partly due to the protec-tive effect of hormones in pre-menopausal women. Coronary heartdisease rates in postmenopausal womenare 2-3 times those of premenopausalwomen the same age.

Studies show that beginning at age45, a higher percentage of womenthan men have a cholesterol of200mg/dl or higher. Low HDL (goodcholesterol) seems to be a stronger risk

factor for women. While hormonereplacement therapy can have benefi-cial effects on cholesterol levels, studieshave not shown an overall benefit,likely because hormone therapy mayincrease the risk of blood clots, breastand uterine cancer.

When coronary artery disease andheart attacks occur in women, there arespecial challenges. Detection can bemore difficult because symptoms areoften atypical compared to the classicsymptoms of chest, arm or jaw pain inmen. And even when classic symptomsoccur in women, they may be less reli-able in predicting the presence of coro-nary artery disease. Certain types ofstress tests may be less accurate and falsepositive tests occur more frequently.

Women in general have smallerblood vessels, presenting a challengeduring bypass surgery, angioplasty andstenting procedures. Incredibly, 38% ofwomen who have an initial heart attackdie within a year compared to 25% ofmen. Within 6 years of a heart attack,35% of women will have another heartattack, 11% will have a stroke, 6% willexperience sudden cardiac death and46% will be disabled with heart failure.

Each year, about 46,000 morewomen than men have a stroke.There are currently over 3 millionfemale stroke survivors, many ofwhich suffer from disability, makingup a large percentage of our nursinghome population.

A woman’s role in her treatmentSo what can be done? At Elliot, our

team starts with awareness and preven-tion, working with you to reduce yourrisk. This includes treatment of high

blood pressure and diabetes. Weightloss with diet and exercise combinedwith medications to lower cholesterolare also proven strategies. For every 1%reduction on cholesterol, your cardio-vascular risk is reduced by 2-3%!

Smoking cessation is one of the mostimportant things you can do to reduceyour risk at any age. Even youngerwomen who smoke and use birth con-trol pills have a significantly increasedrisk of heart attack and stroke. Ourdoctors can help you establish a plan ofbehavior modification and medication,when needed, to increase your chancesof being smoke-free. Second-handsmoke is also taken into consideration.

When heart disease occurs, our car-diologists and vascular specialists arecommitted to treating you with the lat-est technology and with a personal andongoing plan of care. We are commit-ted to the concept of lifelong care. Westay with you and work with you andyour primary care physician to returnyou to a full and active lifestyle and toreduce your risk of future events. OurCardiovascular Fitness Programs andour Dare to C.A.R.E. vascular screen-ing program are just two examples ofour commitment to reduce the compli-cations or cardiovascular disease in ourcommunity.

Reference: American Heart Association (american-heart.org)

Dr. Lavery is the Chief ofCardiology at ElliotHospital and has beenwith Elliot for over 26years. He has been namedTop Cardiologist severaltimes by NH Magazine.

Heart Disease in WomenAn Old Problem with

a Few New Twists

DARE TO C.A.R.E.Free informational session about heart disease is open to both men and women. Free vascularscreenings will be scheduled for a later date for those who qualify. Call 663-4567 to register.

Elliot Hospital | Conference Center | Ground Floor4 to 6:30 p.m.

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Valerie Danielson, MD

D uring the long, cold, dark days of winter,you may find yourself feeling gloomy as youwish for the warmer days of spring. For

many, however, it’s much more than just a case of thewinter blues. They may be suffering from a type of recur-ring depression called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Typical symptoms include increased sleep, lack of ener-gy, irritability, difficulty with relationships, and heavyfeelings in the arms or legs. Many experience an increasein appetite, especially for carbohydrates which then leadsthem to gain weight.

The cause of SAD is not known but may be related toa decrease in serotonin activity in the brain due tochanges in the body’s exposure to sunlight. Recentresearch indicates that it may also be associated with alcoholism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

The condition has a seasonal onset and remission, usuallybeginning in the fall and lasting through the entire win-ter. Up to 9.7% of the population may be affected and itis most commonly found in women.

SAD is often treated with either light therapy or med-ication. Light therapy uses a commercial device with afluorescent light, UV screening and eye protection.Treatment starts with one, 10 to 15 minute session perday and is gradually increased to 30 to 45 minutes daily.Light therapy can be done at any time during the day,though it is more effective when used in the morning. Itmay take four to six weeks to see a response, but somepeople see a response within days. Zoloft and Prozac(both antidepressants) are the two medications mostcommonly used to treat SAD. These typically requirefour to six weeks for a response.

Lifestyle changes can also help treat seasonal affectivedisorder. If you’re affected by SAD, try taking daily walksor set a timer to turn the bedroom light on early in themorning. The additional exposure to light may help alle-viate symptoms. A device called a “dawn stimulator” hasbeen shown to help when used in the bedroom. Studieshave shown that tanning salons are not helpful.

Dr. Danielson is Board Certified in Family

Medicine and practices at Bedford Village

Family Practice, 472-7233.

BEREAVEMENT DROP-IN CENTER

Helps in the Loss of a Loved One

If you’re grieving the loss of a loved one and needan opportunity to talk about it, take part in our

bereavement support group. It’s free, open to allages and no appointment is necessary.

Elliot Senior Health CenterOpen to all ages

Mondays, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

WINTER BLUES?

Over the past year, ElliotHealth System has imple-mented significant advance-

ments in technology as part of ourcommitment to continually improvequality care for the community.

Electronic Medical Records: Connectingall aspects of Elliot Health System, ournew electronic medical record systemenables providers to have immediateonline access to secure patient records,including physician notes, orders fortests, medications, and laboratory testresults. Elliot was one of the first inNew Hampshire and the Northeast toimplement a single computer systemfor its entire health system. It has beenparticularly useful in emergency situa-tions when doctors need immediateinformation about a patient’s medicalhistory and medications. Treatment isstreamlined by allowing doctors to seelab and test results the instant they arecompleted.

Stereotactic Radio Surgery (SRS): Cancerpatients suffering from inoperablebrain tumors now have a sophisticatednew treatment option the ElliotRegional Cancer Center. StereotacticRadio Surgery is a minimally-invasive

procedure, so precise that mostpatients avoid hospitalization andreturn home the same day. Radiation is concentrated on the tumor, mini-mizing the dose to normal tissue. Thesingle high dose of radiation can havesuch a dramatic effect that it is consid-ered “surgical,” but patients are leftwith no incisions, stitches or scars. Formore information about StereotacticRadio Surgery,contact the ElliotRegional Cancer Center at 663-5785.

Digital Imaging: Elliot Hospital’sDiagnostic Imaging Services recentlyconverted all hospital RadiologyServices to digital technology, whichwill soon eliminate the need to usefilm. This Picture ArchivingCommunication System (PACS)makes it possible for your physician toview diagnostic tests such as X-Rays, CT Scans, MRI Scans, and ultrasound

scans on computers throughout thefacility and over the Internet. VoiceRecognition technology is integratedwith the PACS system to provide finaltest results on a same-day basis inmost cases.

Breast MRI: The Elliot Breast HealthCenter became the first in the GreaterManchester area to use breast MRI(magnetic resonance imaging) as aninterventional tool in treating breastcancer. The noninvasive exam usespowerful magnetic fields and radiowaves to further investigate suspiciousareas found in mammograms. Overthe past year, 1,046 women werescreened using Breast MRI technologyat Elliot.

Breast MRI also allows physicians toconduct minimally invasive breastbiopsies with the utmost precision.This provides a greater opportunity fordetecting breast cancer in women athighest risk for developing the diseaseand who may have a genetic defect.

Laparoscopic Operating Room: Unveiledthis fall, Operating Room 1 (OR1)provides surgeons with the mostadvanced tools for laparoscopic surgery.


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Richard King, MD and HeatherRaymond, LNA review a patient’s

electronic medical record.

Stereotactic Radio Surgery suite atthe Elliot Regional Cancer Center.

Breast MRI screening suite at theElliot Breast Health Center.

Laproscopic surgery in the new operating room suite

Digital radiology reading room.

A Year of

Vipra Rai, MS, RD, LD, CDEand Margarita R. Ochoa-Maya,MD, CDE, CCD, DEARProgram at Elliot Hospital

The holidays are a specialtime to gather withfriends and family and

are often filled with many tra-ditions that revolve aroundfood. Temptation can be over-whelming, especially for thosewith diabetes. A few simple steps can help you manageyour diabetes without sacrificing the fun.

Even those without diabetes can benefit from thesehelpful tips, as many of us are prone to gaining a fewpounds over the holidays. With a little planning, the holi-days can be both healthy and fun for everyone!

For Diabetics:Continue to check your blood glucose regularly as thisfeedback will serve as a constant reminder of your person-al blood glucose goals. Values higher that your usual rangeindicates that there may be a little too much holiday cheergoing on.

For us all:• Maintain a food journal to

help avoid overeating. Atthe end of the day, youmight be amazed at justhow many extra caloriesyou consumed.

• For social gatherings, vol-unteer to bring a favoritelight dessert, such as plaincookies, baked apples,sugar-free pudding, fruit,

light cheese, plain nuts and vegetable trays. If you’re thehost, plan to provide some healthy food choices forthose guests that might have diabetes or who are watch-ing their weight.

• Grab a snack or light meal before going shopping or toa party. A full stomach will help you avoid the tempta-tion to overeat when time is tight or the buffet is large.

• Wait 20 minutes after eating before going back for a sec-ond helping of food. Chances are, you’ll find you are nolonger hungry.

• Choose fresh vegetables and fruits with a light dipinstead of the other more fattening or sugary foods atthe gathering.

• Try to focus on socializing instead of eating. It helps ifyou move the conversation out of the kitchen and awayfrom the buffet table.

• Get involved in fun activities or hobbies that are notcentered solely around food. For example,scrapbooking, card games, walking in the mall, windowshopping, listening to music, reading, and decoratingfor holidays can help keep your mind off of food.

• If you get fatigued, nap instead of snack.• Stay active! Exercise is a great way to boost energy and is

important for avoiding and/or shedding extra holidayweight. For diabetics, research has shown that physicalactivity can improve the body’s ability to use insulin. Itcan also lower blood glucose levels and blood pressure.

• Challenge yourself to focus on staying healthy throughthe holidays and the entire year to ensure that there willbe many more holiday celebrations to come.

For more information, contact the Diabetes Education and Resource(DEAR) Program at 663-3130.

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Managing your Diabetes over the HolidaysA LESSON WE ALL CAN BENEFIT FROM

D I D Y O U K N O W ?

Diabetes is a chronic condition where thebody is not able to properly utilize glucose(sugar) in the blood that comes fromfood, especially carbohydrates.

About 18.2 million Americans (6.3% ofthe population) have diabetes, although5.2 don’t know they have it.

Type 2 diabetes accounts for up to 95% ofall diabetes cases, affecting 8% of thepopulation age 20 and older. The preva-lence of type 2 Diabetes has tripled in thelast 30 years, much of it due to an upsurgein obesity.

Valerie Danielson, MDBedford Village Family Practice

15 Constitution DriveBedford | 472-7233

Dr. Danielson specializes in family medicine. She

received her medical degree at Brown University and

completed her residency at Tacoma Family

Medicine in Tacoma, Washington.

Lea Gottfredsen, DOBriarwood Primary Care

445 Cypress StreetManchester | 663-8200

Dr. Gottfredsen received her medical degree from

the University of New England in Biddeford,

Maine. She specializes in internal medicine and is

certified by the American Osteopathic Board of

Internal Medicine.

M. Sarwar Pasha, MDElliot Senior Primary Care

138 Webster StreetManchester | 663-7030

Dr. Pasha specializes in Geriatric Medicine, with a

focus on memory problems, falls, medication manage-

ment, incontinence, failure to thrive and osteoporosis.

He is currently seeing patients at Elliot Senior Primary

Care in Manchester, but will practice at the Elliot

Medical Center at Londonderry when it opens in

2007. Dr. Pasha completed his geriatric fellowship at

Maine Medical Center, Portland, ME and received his

medical degree from the University of Punjab, Lahore,

Pakistan.

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Doug Dean President and CEOJohn Hession Chairman, Board of TrusteesSusanna Whitcher Vice President, Public Affairs & MarketingTiffany Nelson Marketing & Communications SpecialistMelissa Ballard Sullivan Marketing & Communications SpecialistDonna Nicholaides Director, Mary and John Elliot Charitable Foundation

Information in YOUR WELLNESS MATTERS comes from a wide range of medicalexperts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affectyour health, please contact your healthcare provider. Models may be used in photosand illustrations.

Our DOCTORS are in!

This issue of Your

Wellness Matters is dedi-

cated in the memory of

Officer Michael Briggs of

the Manchester Police

Department.

It was an honor and privilege to care for

you, your family and your fellow police officers.

Thank you for your dedicated service to our

community.

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