Williamsburg Health Journal (July 2006)
Letter from the Editor
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- Letter from the Editor (Moving)
Quick – think of the last time you moved. Was it stressful? Exciting? Or was it a mix of both? Moving into a new home can be a tumultuous event. Stress levels rise and tempers flare, but in the end, we sit back and enjoy our new surroundings.
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 18:01:25 -0400 - Faith in Action Volunteers Lend a Hand to Those in Need
Daily activities – the many mundane chores and routine tasks of modern living – we really don’t think about them so much as perform them. Run to the grocery store, go to the hairdresser, stop by the bank, take the cat to the vet, change a light bulb, mow the grass, pick up a prescription, visit a friend – these may seem like simple activities, but they can become difficult or impossible due to age, disability and other factors.
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 - Prevention: Healthy Aging
By the year 2025, people age 60 and over will represent nearly 25 percent of Virginia’s total population. And according to the Virginia Department for the Aging, the number of residents age 85 and above is growing five times faster than the rest of the population. People are definitely living longer, but not necessarily healthier. In fact, the incidence of chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, cancer and diabetes is on the rise among senior citizens.
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 - Dance Your Way to Fitness
Popular television shows such as ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars” and the Fox network’s “So You Think You Can Dance” have taken the world by storm and sparked a newfound public interest in ballroom dance. A sport of grace and elegance, ballroom dance is a fun and beautiful method of keeping fit. In fact, many people turn to dance when more traditional exercise programs fall by the wayside.
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 - The Honest Truth About Herbs
For thousands of years, natural remedies have been used to treat everything from baldness to fatigue to hemorrhoids to impotence. The use of herbs is one natural approach to health and wellness, as are other modalities such as acupuncture, hypnosis, homeopathy, aromatherapy, massage therapy and chiropractic medicine. Today, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is the fastest growing segment of the healthcare industry.
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 - Hiring Your Doctor
The process of moving to a new town is comprised of hundreds of details, large and small, but one that is often overlooked is the need to find a new doctor. For weeks beforehand, you find yourself lying awake at night going through the seemingly endless list of what needs to be done.
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 - A Ringing in the Ear: Diagnosing Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
Many patients describe the sensation of “ringing in the ear” even when no external sound is present. This sensation, known as tinnitus, doesn’t always sound the same for everyone; sounds can range from a ringing to whistling to hissing to roaring; some people even hear multiple sounds at the same time. Sometimes the sound is in the patient’s ears, other times it’s in his or her head. Some people even say a sound originates from a certain point in space in front or behind them.
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 - High-tech, High Touch: Inside Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
Welcome to Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center. As you enter the main lobby, you’re greeted by the sound of water cascading from a fountain. You look up – you’re in the middle of a great rotunda. The keys of a grand piano play a familiar melody. Ahead, you catch a glimpse of two glass staircases leading to the second floor.
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 - Surviving Your Work Day
If you finish your workday energized and feeling great, then please turn the page. If you have a low-stress, highly rewarding, spirit-nurturing job or career, then this article may not be for you. On the other hand, if you work a desk job, spend more than two hours in front of a computer each day, spend long hours doing tedious or repetitive work, or experience stress, headaches, body aches and pains directly related to your workday, then perhaps you could benefit from a few neck, back, headache, and sanity-saving tips.
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 - Yoga Keeps Joints Moving: Techniques for improving the health of your joints
Yoga is the perfect exercise for people with joint stiffness or arthritis. Yoga heals joints by gently increasing range of movement. Yoga also prevents joint deterioration by strengthening the muscles that support the joints. A regular yoga practice can allow arthritic joints to move more freely, thus reducing pain and stiffness. Actively coping with pain from stiff or swollen joints can allow people to feel better about themselves and their bodies.
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 - Target Heart Rate Training: Are You in the Zone?
Target heart rate training is a scientific approach to tracking your improving levels of fitness. To gain the most from your workout, you might consider frequently monitoring your exercise intensity. If you’re not working hard enough, you may not be making the kind of progress you’re likely capable of. If you’re working too hard, you could injure yourself or simply “burn out.”
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 - Second Opinion
Q: For several months I’ve been taking a glucosamine/chondroitin supplement for my arthritis, but I still get painful flare-ups. Do these supplements really work? What else can I do to ease the pain?
Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400
