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BE Healthy | November/December 2010 | Volume 1, Issue 5
10FOCUS ON HEALTH
WHEN YOUR CHILD
HAS DIABETES
The swelling number of cases
By Todd Senters
7SAFETY
TOY STORIES
Buy smart for holidays
By Cathleen Cole
15HELPING HANDS
MAN ON A MISSION
Dental care for Haitians
By Kirsten Matthew
12SPECIAL SECTIONS
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Find the specialties you need
6EDITORS LETTER
BE GRINCHY?
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BE grinchy ?
from the editor
My house is exploding with toys. No
matter how many I donate, pass down,and toss, there are still jammed toyboxes and overowing closets. Id liketo blame someone else for this condi-tion overly indulgent grandparents,
maybe society but really, its my fault. I love shop-ping for toys and, yes, I get a little thrill out of fulllingmy kids whims apparently.
But this months story on toy safety made me pauseto consider the results of overindulgence. About the long-term attitudes rather thanthe short-term satisfactions. Even if you have strict limitations on your own gift-givingwithin a family, it can be dicult to manage the incoming deluge from other relativesand friends. Find good tips for determining your giving guidelines for both safety andpsychological reasons in the article beginning on page 7.
Of course when mentioning overindulgence at this time of year, food is what perhapsleaps rst to mind. Tis the season of tempting treats, buets and once-a-year specialfoods that often seem to have a lot of butter and sugar. While many of us adults will beruefully sucking in tummies and planning all kinds of stringent New Years resolutionswhile we have one more mini-cheesecake, we may not be considering how our eatinghabits are being transferred to our children.
Repeatedly, we are seeing warnings from health professionals that childhood obesityis exploding in the American population and represents a serious health threat. Therise in childhood diabetes is certainly linked to this unhealthy trend. Diabetes, thoughmanageable and treatable, is a life-changing and challenging disease. No one shouldvolunteer to have it, because the treatments can be unpleasant, and the consequencesdebilitating and possibly fatal. And yet, thats what a growing percentage of the popu-lation is doing by overindulgence in unhealthy food and a sedentary lifestyle. Type 2
diabetes, once an adults-only disease, is now increasingly diagnosed in children.Ive had a glimpse at how overwhelming coping with childhood diabetes can be
through watching the ordinary days of some friends whose young son has Type 1 dia-betes. A typical day can have all kinds of literal highs and lows as they monitor bloodsugar. I hope you will read the article about childhood diabetes this month, and learnmore about prevention and treatment for this disease.
Am I really advocating for you to be a Grinch? No toys, no treats? Of course not. Ionce interviewed famous cook Paula Deen and asked about her free hand with but-ter. She said, I come from the school that everything is okay in moderation. I mean,whats the point? Chant it with me now so our New Years resolutions wont be soonerous: Moderation, Moderation, Moderation!
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Buy the right toys and the right
amount for safety and sanityBy Cathleen Cole
S
ome toys andchild equipmentmight lookawesome buthave hidden
dangers. Avoidhazardous toys with a littlecommon sense and research.
Be choosey
Keeping children safe is the number-one
priority of parents, guardians, teachers
and caregivers. So when a toy thats
supposed to give a child pleasure
turns out to be a danger, they need
to know about it ASAP.
As director of Lamar Universitys
Early Childhood Development Center in
Beaumont, Margaret Swope makes sure the
children in her care are safe. As part of that
mission, she uses her best judgment when
selecting toys and equipment for the center.
Part two of that task is checking up on toy
and equipment recalls.
I choose toys that are well made with
no sharp parts or points and do not pinch;
are painted with nontoxic, lead-free paint;
are shatter-proof and can be cleaned eas-
ily, she said. I avoid toys with long cords
and strings and propelled toys such as
arrows and darts. They can easily injureeyes. The director also bans balloons.
When they pop, the pieces y and create a
huge choking hazard, she warned.
She also selects toys for children that
match their stages of development and
abilities. I recommend parents look at
their childs age, interest and abilities, she
said, adding that parents and caregivers
must remember that each child develops at
his or her own pace. >>
Holiday Toy Joy
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When buying toys and equipment for children,
read the labels. Swopes advice: Look for and heed
age recommendations!
Too many toys?
How much is too much when it comes to holiday
gift giving for children? Oney Fitzpatrick, an associ-
ate professor of psychology at Lamar University
who specializes in developmental psychology, un-
derstands the parental urge to provide as much as
possible. Some parents give too much to make up
for a perceived lack of gifts as a child. Some want to
be liked and this is a way to buy approval and tobe seen as the best parents. However, Fitzpatrick
warned, while you may have good intentions, you
can spoil a child by giving too much. Especially
during this time of year, we think buying a lot of
toys and gifts will build fond memories, he said.
But, that is not necessarily going to be the case
and we must guard against going overboard during
the holidays.
Unfortunately, the more children get, the more
they tend to expect, the psychologist explained.
If they are accustomed to always getting a lot, it
becomes hard for them to be grateful for what they
are given. Instead, we should focus on the tradi-tions of the season, not just on the gifts the season
may bring, he said. It is a time when parents can
help children learn to create their own fun and
meaningfulness.
There are several negative impacts of spoiling
children, Fitzpatrick said. First, it can foster ad-
dictive behavior in children because of the lack of
the development of the inner self. One result is an
adult with the habit of spending to feel fullled.
Secondly, spoiling children teaches them that it
is appropriate to be demanding and to disregard
the needs of others. Finally, by giving children too
much, they learn to evaluate their self-worth based
on what they have (and the approval of others) and
not based on their inner qualities. We should want
children to develop a strong sense of self that goes
beyond the possessions and approval of peers to
one that develops from the value of who they are,
Fitzpatrick said.
Regarding gifts from friends and family mem-
bers, the psychologist says the key is to explain
and discuss in advance the lessons you are trying
to teach your children. Consistency is the key, he
said.
we should focus on
the traditions of the season,
not just on the gifts the
season may bring.
Oey Fitzpatrick,Aociate profeorof pychology,Laar Uiverity
Safety check
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U.s. Couer Product safety Coiiowww.cpc.gov
Couer Report school safety Alert Progra
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For information on lead poisoning and other
child-health issues:
Aerica Acadey of Pediatric - www.aap.org
For information about buying toys and equipmen
natioal Aociatio for the Educatio of Youg Childr
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At 4 year old,Chadler mcCaroejoy creative playwith buildig toy.
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Birth to 6 months
Rattles
Large rings
Textured balls
Mirrors (not breakable)
7 to 12 months
Large, soft blocks
Push and pull toys
Nesting toys
Toys that pop up (Jack in Box)
Soft, washable dolls
Things to drop and take out
year
Board books (photos of real objects)
Toy phones
4 piece puzzles with giant knobs for
little hands to grip
Mini rainsticks
Things to pretend with soft puppets
2 years (toddlers)
4-12 piece puzzles
(good for problem solving)
Snap together toys
Large items to sort
(by shape, color, size)
Baby safe peg boards
Dress up clothes
Kitchen sets (pretend food)
Fingerpaint (non-toxic) washable paint
3 to 6 years
(preschool and kindergarten)
12- to 20-piece puzzlesSmall objects to sort by length, width
height, shape, and color
Rhythm instruments: xylophones,
maracas, keyboards
Magic writing boards
Balls (small and large)
Plastic bowling pins
Things for pretending and building-
blocks, construction sets, dress-up
sets, dolls with accessories, puppetsand puppet theater, sand and water
Things to create with: clay, dough, c
struction paper, preschooler scissors
cloth scraps for a collage
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Children Who Are Too Sweet:
Childhood Diabetes
focus on health
By Todd Senters
One little stick, one small drop of blood, completely changed
ur lives.
Dr. Deborah Sherman, an obstetrician and gynecologist with
Southeast Texas OB/GYN Associates in Beaumont, became
motional when she recalled the day she discovered her own son
had developed diabetes. Sometimes it is hard to be both a physi-
ian and a mother, she said. As a doctor I knew something was
wrong, but I didnt want to admit it was diabetes. I knew what
hat diagnosis would mean. But after several weeks of denial, I
nally checked his blood sugar. Seconds later, my worst fears
were conrmed.
nitial DiagnosisWhen picturing an individual with diabetes, it is easy to
onjure up an image of someone who is older, overweight and in
elatively poor health. Today, the face of diabetes has changed
ignicantly. A study conducted in 2000, The National Health
nd Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), rst shed light on
n alarming trend. NHANES demonstrated that the average age
f those diagnosed with diabetes fell by six years to 46 years of
ge. Though this study focused on adult-onset diabetes, the nd-
ngs were a clear indicator that children are now at greater risk of
ontracting a disease once linked with advanced age.
There are signs I look for that may indicate the presence o
diabetes, including excessive thirst and urination, indicated
Dr. T. Renee Brown-Nembhard, a pediatrician with Beaumont
Pediatric Center. With Type 1 diabetes, there is often signic
weight loss as well. If you notice any of these symptoms, the
child must be seen by their physician immediately. If diabetes
not caught early it will progress to a critical state called ketoa
dosis, or DKA, which can be fatal.
Childhood diabetes can take two forms. Type 1, classied a
autoimmune disease, typically develops in childhood and can
treated but not cured. Approximately 14,250 American child
will develop Type 1 diabetes this year. Type 2 can develop at atime and can be controlled or even reversed with medication a
lifestyle changes. Less than ten years ago, the incidence of Ty
2 diabetes in childhood was extremely rare, but now accounts
one in every four children diagnosed with diabetes.
According to Brown-Nembhard, the startling rise in the inc
dence of childhood Type 2 diabetes correlates with the increa
in childhood obesity, which has also led to increased occurren
of other glandular disorders and high blood pressure. Though
most of her patients diagnosed with insulin resistance, or pre
(Type 2) diabetes are in their pre-teens, Brown-Nembhard sai
she also has patients as young as 8 years old with the disease.
Defning Diabetes
The pancreas is a gland that prod
es the hormone insulin, which aid
the absorption of sugars consum
as part of dietary intake. Diabete
(Mellitus) is a general term for sev
disease processes which block t
effective absorption of sugar. Acc
ing to the Mayo Clinic, there are t
forms, or types, of diabetes that
occur in childhood.
Type 1 Diabetes: Commonly re
ferred to as juvenile-onset diabet
Type 1 is a disease state where
the pancreas produces little or no
insulin. Type 1 diabetes, classie
as an autoimmune disease, is wh
antibodies attack insulin-produci
cells in the pancreas. Type 1 diab
must be treated with insulin.
Type 2 Diabetes: In this form, t
pancreas does not produce enou
insulin, or the body becomes res
tant to insulin. Type 2 diabetes of
occurs later in life and is commo
associated with obesity. Type 2 d
betes can often be treated with o
medication, diet and exercise.
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Treatment OptionsIt can be overwhelming to be told your child has or might
develop diabetes, but it is important to remember that Type 2
diabetes doesnt have to be a life-long condition; it is reversible,
Brown-Nembhard emphasized. In fact, it is almost 100 percent
preventable. It starts with eating healthy and going outside the
house to exercise. At my home, the crockpot is my best friend.
Because of my schedule I have to plan and pre-cook meals in
dvance to maintain healthy eating habits.
Unlike Type 2, Type 1 diabetes is not reversible nor is it pre-
ventable, but treatment options are becoming more advanced.n the Sherman family, 12-year-old Jake is able to monitor his
ondition through a lifeline the size of a small cell phone. My
on is currently on a pocket-sized insulin pump, which provides
continuous infusion of insulin 24 hours a day, Sherman said.
He checks his blood sugar before each meal and before he goes
o bed and simply gives himself a bolus of insulin with the pump
o adjust for his blood sugar, or the amount of carbohydrates he
may be eating.
Another advance on the horizon is an articial pancreas.
Brown-Nembhard indicated that this device, currently in devel-
pment, will sense when insulin is required and automatically
alculate and deliver the correct dose.
The Life AheadThose who live with diabetes face an uncertain future, Sher-
man said. Heart disease, kidney disease, stroke, vision loss and
mputation are just some of the potential health concerns if you
ail to control your blood sugar, she explained. Young women
who are diabetic and become pregnant will be at a higher risk of
miscarriages, birth defects and issues related to fetal growth and
birth injury.
Regardless of whether the disease is Type 1 or Type 2, a dia
betic who appropriately manages and controls his or her bloo
sugar can expect to live to a normal life expectancy. A healthy
lifestyle can help control blood sugar and even prevent Type 2
diabetes.
Our whole family now lives much healthier, Sherman sa
We will never know what caused his Type 1 diabetes, but we
all play a part in ensuring his continued health and well-being
He refuses to let his diabetes dene who he is. He participates
in several sports and he has decided he wants to go to medica
school.A life lived with diabetes is a life lived continually plannin
ahead and thinking about things others take for granted, but i
can also be a life lived to the fullest.
Postscript: Writer Todd Senters is a hospital administrator w
is also the parent of a 4-year-old child who has Type 1 diabetes.
He knows rst-hand the fear that grips you when you learn your
child has been diagnosed with this disease. Though it has been
three years since his sons diagnosis, the events of that day will b
ingrained in his memory for years to come. It was the moment w
his childs life was forever changed.
Resources
National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
diabetes.niddk.nih.gov
National Diabetes Education Program
www.ndep.nih.gov/index.aspx
The National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
(NDIC) states that over 1.5 million adults will be
diagnosed with diabetes this year; almost all will
have Type 2 diabetes. In contrast, 19,000 children
will develop diabetes this year; 75 percent will be
diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.
One little stick, onesmall drop of blood,
completely changedour lives.
Dr. Deborah Shermanwith son Jake
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special section
Quality
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There are six acute care facilities located in Jeerson and
Orange counties. An acute care facility is a traditional hospital,
which provides 24-hour emergency services, inpatient hospital-
zation and outpatient procedures and services.
Specialty services vary by facility, but often include inpa-
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physical and occupational therapy, cardiovascular care, oncology,
pediatrics and womens services.
When considering where to seek treatment, it is important
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While new services are continually being added, this overview
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hospitals are best able to meet your specic needs.
Baptist Beaumont Hospitwww.mhbh.org Licensed for 505 beds
Ambulatory Surgery Center Baptist Beaumont Surgical Afliate
a six operating room ambulatory surgery center that provides outp
tient surgical services in specialties such as ophthalmology, ENT, G
general surgery, podiatry and pain management.Cancer Services The Baptist Cancer Center is a comprehensive
oncology services provider with a dedicated screening and preven
program which includes genetic counseling, digital mammography
and stereotactic breast biopsy. Oncology services include chemoth
apy, radiation therapy, PET/CT, high-dose rate Brachytherapy, pros
seeding, surgical oncology and reconstructive breast surgery.
Cardiology/Cardiac Cath Lab/Open Heart Surgery Comprehe
sive emergency cardiac care includes non-invasive and interventio
cardiology, electrophysiology, bypass, valve, thoracic and vascular
surgery, including aortic aneurysm repair.
Diabetes and Endocrine Inpatient and outpatient management
complications related to diabetes and diabetic education services
risk prevention and overall disease management.
Emergency Department 24-hour emergency department staffed
with emergency room physicians and mid-level practitioners.
Endoscopy/GI Full endoscopy services including EGD (upper end
copy/gastroscopy), colonoscopy and ERCP (gallbladder and pancre
Hospitality House On-campus housing service for families of ho
talized patients.
Hyperbaric Medicine/Wound Management Comprehensive w
healing program is staffed with a physician specializing in wound
management.
Medical ICU/Cardiovascular ICU Specialized critical care servic
for both medical and surgical patients.
Advanced Imaging Imaging technology includes MRI / HD and
SPECT MRI, breast MRI, 64-slice CT, PET/CT, wide-bore CT, SPECT
nuclear medicine, general radiography, digital mammography, ultr
sound and uoroscopic procedures.
Minor Care For lifes little emergencies, that truly arent an emer-
gency, Baptist offers two minor care options, at the hospital and th
convenient care clinic at the HEB on Dowlen at Delaware.
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Neonatal ICU Level III neonatal ICU is staffed with a physician
eonatologist and NICU nursing staff capable of providing transitional,
ntermediate and ICU-level care for premature infants and for those
equiring advanced medical care.
Neurology/Neurosurgery Services include EEG, EMG, MRI, PET/CT
rocedures and cranial and vertebral neurosurgery.
Obstetrical/GYN Services Dedicated unit for Labor and Delivery,
ncluding high-risk deliveries, post partum and GYN surgery.
Outpatient Surgery Dedicated outpatient surgery unit to reduce
he wait time before surgery and simplify the recovery and discharge
rocess.
Pediatric Services Pediatric services include an inpatient unit with
hild life specialists to help acclimate the child to the hospital at an
ge-appropriate level.
Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery In addition to common cosmetic
urgery procedures, Baptist also offers post-cancer reconstructive
urgery and simultaneous reconstructive surgery for those who have
r are undergoing surgery as a result of a cancer diagnosis.
Comprehensive Therapy Services Inpatient and Outpatient Re-
abilitation includes OT, PT, cardiac rehab and speech therapy with a
ocus on returning patients back to a functional state so they are able
o perform daily life and occupational skills.
Renal Services Services include inpatient and outpatient
emodialysis.
Sleep Lab For those suffering with insomnia or a disruption in sleep
attern the sleep lab will help pinpoint the problem.
Stroke Dedicated stroke team responds to any potential stroke to save
ritical time, expedite diagnosis and immediately initiate treatment.
Urology Services include urodynamic studies, prostate procedures,
ladder suspension and management urologic cancers.
Renaissance Hospital Groveswww.renaissancehospitalgroves.com Licensed for 91 beds
Cardiology/Cardiac Cath Lab Emergency cardiac care includes non-
nvasive and interventional cardiology, thoracic and vascular surgery.
Diabetes and Endocrine Inpatient and outpatient management of
omplications related to diabetes and diabetic education services for
sk prevention and overall disease management.
mergency Department 24-hour emergency department staffed withmergency room physicians.
ndoscopy/GI Endoscopy services including EGD (upper endoscopy/
astroscopy), and colonoscopy.
Medical ICU Specialized critical care services for medical patients.
Advanced Imaging Imaging technology includes MRI, CT, nuclear
medicine, general radiography, mammography, ultrasound and uoro-
copic procedures.
Neurology Services include EEG, EMG, MRI.
Orthopedic Surgery Services include most orthopedic surgical procedures.
Plastic/Reconstructive SurgeryAll common cosmetic surgery proce-
dures are available.
Comprehensive Therapy Services Inpatient and Outpatient Reha-
bilitation includes OT,
PT, cardiac rehab and
speech therapy with a fo-
cus on returning patientsback to a functional
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occupational skills.
Urology Services include
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prostate procedures and
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Baptist Orange Hospitalwww.mhbh.org Licensed for 94 beds
Cardiology Cardiac care includes non-invasive cardiology.
Emergency Department 24-hour emergency department
staffed with emergency room physicians.
Endoscopy/GI Endoscopy services including EGD (upper
endoscopy/gastroscopy), and colonoscopy.
Medical ICU Specialized critical care services for medical
patients.
Advanced Imaging Imaging technology includes MRI,
64-slice CT, nuclear medicine, general radiography, mammog-
raphy, ultrasound and uoroscopic procedures.
Neurology Services include EEG, EMG, MRI.
Obstetrical/GYN Services Dedicated unit for Labor and
Delivery, post partum and GYN surgery.
Orthopedic Surgery Services include most orthopedic surgi-
cal procedures.
Comprehensive Therapy Services Therapy services includes
OT, PT with a focus on returning patients back to a functional
state so they are able to perform daily life and occupational skills
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of Southeast Texaswww.medicalcentersetexas.org Licensed for 224 beds
Cardiology/Cardiac Cath Lab/Open Heart Surgery Emergency
cardiac care includes non-invasive and interventional cardiology,
bypass, valve, thoracic and vascular surgery.
Diabetes and Endocrine Inpatient and outpatient management of
complications related to diabetes and diabetic education services for
risk prevention and overall disease management.
Emergency Department 24-hour emergency department staffed
with emergency room physicians and mid-level practitioners.
Endoscopy/GI Full endoscopy services including EGD (upper
endoscopy/gastroscopy), colonoscopy and ERCP (gallbladder and
pancreas).
Hyperbaric Medicine/Wound Management Comprehensive
wound healing program is staffed with a physician specializing in
wound management.
Medical ICU Specialized critical care services for medical patients.
Advanced Imaging Imaging technology includes MRI, 64-slice CT,
nuclear medicine, general radiography, digital mammography, ultra-
sound and uoroscopic procedures.
Neonatal ICU Level II neonatal ICU is staffed with a physician
neonatologist and NICU nursing staff capable of providing transitional
intermediate and ICU-level care for premature infants.
Neurology/Neurosurgery Services include EEG, EMG, MRI.
Obstetrical/GYN Services Dedicated unit for Labor and Delivery,
LDRP, post partum and GYN surgery.
Orthopedic Surgery Services include comprehensive orthopedic
surgical procedures.
Outpatient Surgery Dedicated outpatient surgery unit to reduce
the wait time before surgery and simplify the recovery and discharge
process.
Plastic/Reconstructive SurgeryAll common cosmetic surgery
procedures are available.
Renal Services Services include inpatient and outpatient hemodialysis
Comprehensive Therapy Services Therapy services includes
OT, PT, cardiac rehab and speech therapy with a focus on returning
patients back to a functional state so they are able to perform daily
life and occupational skills.
Urology Services include urodynamic studies, prostate procedures
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CHRISTUS Hospital St. Elizabeths Campuswww.christushospital.org 438 beds
St. Elizabeth specializes in spine and orthopedics, cardiology,
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Designated as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission and is
a Cycle III Certifed Chest Pain Center.
Trauma care: St. Elizabeth has trauma surgeons on staff and is the only
Level III Trauma Center in the area.
Physicians work at the forefront of research, clinical trials, treatment, and
care. The nursing staff has received the American Heart Associations Get
with the Guidelines awards for Heart Failure and Coronary Artery
Disease, as well as numerous other recognitions.
The campus also features the Kate Dishman Rehabilitation Hospital
and the Spine and Orthopedic Specialty Center within St. Elizabeth,
the Wilton P. Hebert Health and Wellness Center, the Mamie McFad-
din Ward Cancer Center, and multiple medical ofce buildings.
The Christus Outpatient Pavilion offers a coordinated setting for digital
imaging, pain management, hyperbaric medicine and wound care treat-
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Clinics and Outpatient Centers Christus Communication and Swal-
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CHRISTUS Hospital St. Marys Campuswww.christushospital.org 227 beds
St. Mary provides an array of services including orthopedics,
cardiology, oncology, general surgery, birthing, and neonatal care
and is a provider of state-designated trauma services.
Cardiology technology: St. Marys physicians utilize the heart
bypass surgery program and cardiac catheterization services capable
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received national recognition, including the American Heart Associa-
tions Get with the Guidelines award for Heart Failure.
The Outpatient Center provides diagnostic, lab and physical
therapy services.
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offers a relaxing, spa-like environment for advanced diagnostic imag-
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screening, and computer-assisted detection.
Physical rehabilitation, diabetes education and other services are also
available at the Outpatient Center, which is a Certied Participant in
the National Quality Measures for Breast Centers Program.
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helping hands
It was Labor Day weekend 2009. Dr. Alan Coleman, a Beau-
mont dentist and city council member, was out for a run on the
Delaware Extension when, just like that, he heard a message:
You must travel and help my children across the world with the
blessings I have given you.In that moment, Coleman knew he was going to form a min-
stry to go to villages and orphanages throughout Central and
South America to restore childrens teeth. It just popped into
my head. Some people get a message from God. I got one, he
xplained.
Coleman began pursuing his vision, but got derailed in July
f this year. He had to cancel his planned trip to Mexico due to
amily illness. Initially discouraged by the setback, he found that
t was a turn in the road rather than a dead end.
Last month, after much hard work raising thousands of dol-
ars to purchase the basic equipment necessary to travel abroad
nd deliver full dental care, Coleman and his wife, Julie, put the
losed shingle up at his Beaumont private practice and set out forHaiti with his special carry-on piece housing just about every-
hing from a dentist oce. He admitted that at rst he was half
pumped, half scared to go to this dangerous land of severe pov-
rty, but then realized hed have to step out of his comfort zone.
Coleman arrived at Port au Prince in Haiti bearing food and
lothing to distribute to its people ($4,000 of beans and rice were
donated to a soup kitchen.) The devastation caused by the cata-
trophic earthquake that occurred in January was obvious, with
arge tent cities blending crudely into the landscape.
Coleman was whisked away, along with two nurses and one
ther dentist, to their small compound in Juampas, about 30
miles from the Port. There, he practiced four days of dentistry,
ven riding in dugout canoes to a hilltop village to deliver schoolupplies and soccer balls.
We have hope; they have despair. Coleman said. These
Haitians have nothing and we, here in America, take electricity,
water, cars, for granted, not realizing they are a blessing.
He and his assistant, Teri Timm, treated over 100 patients
n three and a half days, mostly extractions and a couple dozen
llings. His wife assisted by sterilizing the instruments used by
he two dentists. I extracted more bad teeth in that time than in
ll my years of practice, he said, describing a scene of less than
desirable conditions. Fans in windows blew construction debris,
emperatures were extremely hot and bugs lled the room as doc-
ors worked until sunset.
A reason
to smileExtracting a meaningful purposefrom an international disaster
By Kirsten Matthew
Free/Low Cost Dental Care Our area hosts a number
of different free/low cost dental care providers:
Gulf Coast Health Clinic Orange 409.886.8400,
Silsbee 409.386.1222, Port Arthur 409.983.1161
LIT Dental Hygiene Clinic 409.880.8860
Ubi Caritas 409.813.1702
Smiles on Wheels 409.735.2929
Coleman said he feels blessed with a gift of hands that c
serve, adapting his skills and plans to the need. In July, whe
he was all set to go to the Mexican-Indian Training Center i
Cordoba, Mexico, Julie Coleman was diagnosed with precan
cerous polyps of the colon that required surgical removal.
There were complications and the trip had to be canceled. Bshe would be deemed cancer-free and make a full recovery.
When I thought my dream to travel this year was shat-
tered, He (God) opened the door to Haiti.
Coleman has formed a nonprot group called Southeast
Texas Hands for God Ministry, whose mission is to bring
dental care, medical care and the Word to the children of G
and to provide those who wish to serve God the opportunit
travel to those in need.
Next stop? Coleman may take the clinic on the road to th
Appalachians area, where he can practice setting up a dent
clinic using the information and techniques he learned on t
trip to Haiti.
I never thought Id have a dream where I could help fulother peoples dreams, he said. People need to understan
that theres a whole world out there that needs help.
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I never thought Id have a dream whereI could help fulll other peoples dreams.People need to understand that theres awhole world out there that needs help.
Dr. Alan Coleman
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Cheryl Forberg, R.D., consulting dietitian to NBC-TVs The
Biggest Loser, The New York Times best-selling author and James
Beard award-winning recipe developer, has partnered with Cano-
aInfo to create a heart-smart, diabetes-friendly holiday recipe
ollection that allows people to have their cake (or pumpkin flan)
nd eat it, too.
A diabetes-friendly diet is really how everyone should eat,
Forberg says. Thats because heart disease and Type 2 diabe-
es are largely preventable with a good diet, exercise and other
healthy habits. These recipes prove that nutritious is delicious.
Now thats something to celebrate during the holidays!
Holiday cooking
for the heart
healthy choices
The holiday season has alwaysbeen a time for celebration,
togetherness and most of all,
indulgent eating. However, with
heart disease as the leading cause of death
n the U.S. and about 24 million Americans
with diabetes, a healthier take on holiday
meals could benefit everyone.
Turkey Roulade
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Turkey Roulade
Yield: 8 servings
Serving size: 2 slices (4 ounces)
Plastic wrap
boneless, skinless turkey
breast, about 1 pounds
1 cups Cornbread and Dried
Fruit dressing
Kitchen twine
tsp smoked paprika
tsp black pepper
tsp marjoram
tsp thyme
tsp sage
1 tbsp canola oil
Preheat oven to 350 F. Place large
piece of plastic wrap on countertop.
Place turkey breast half on plastic and
over. Cover with additional plastic
wrap. Using meat mallet, pound tur-
ey to rectangle about 10 x 6 inches,
bout -inch thick.
Remove plastic wrap from top of
urkey and spread dressing evenly
engthwise over surface, almost to
dge. Roll turkey lengthwise. With
itchen twine, tie roulade lengthwise
nce and in several places across
urkey. Discard plastic wrap.
n small bowl, mix together spices.
Rub canola oil over all surfaces of
oulade; rub spice blend evenly over
oulade.
Place roulade in shallow roasting pan,
hen place in oven. Roast for 45 to 60
minutes or until internal temperature
measured with an instant-read ther-
mometer reads 155 F.
Remove roulade from oven and
et rest 15 minutes before carefully
emoving twine and slicing into 16
alf-inch slices. Serve with Porcini
Mushroom Gravy, Warm Apple andCranberry Sauce and extra Cornbread
nd Dried Fruit Dressing.
Nutrient Analysis per Serving:
Calories 140, Calories from Fat 35,
Total Fat 3.5 g, Saturated Fat < 1 g,
Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 150 mg,
Total Carbohydrate 5 g, Fiber 0 g,
Sugars 1 g, Protein 22 g
Porcini Mushroom Gravy
Yield: 2 cups (8 servings)
Serving size: cup
ounce dried porcini mushrooms
2 tbsp warm water
1 tbsp canola oil
3/8 cup white whole-wheat our
2 cups fat-free, low-sodium
chicken broth
3/4 tsp salt (optional)
1 tsp onion powder
tsp freshly ground
black pepper or to taste
Soak mushrooms in warm water for 5
minutes.
In 2-quart saucepan, heat canola oil
over medium heat. Whisk in our until
blended and continue stirring until
roux is lightly browned and develops
nutty aroma.
Whisk in broth, optional salt and onion
powder. Bring to a gentle boil until
just thickened, stirring. Cook and stir
for 1 minute. Remove from heat and
season with pepper. Add softened
mushrooms and any soaking liquid.
Pure gravy in food processor or food
mill. Return mixture to saucepan. Heat
just to a simmer.
Nutrient Analysis per Serving:
Calories 50, Calories from Fat 25, Total
Fat 3 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol
0 mg, Sodium 115 mg, Total Carbohy-
drate 5 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein
1 g
Cornbread and Dried
Fruit Dressing
Yield: 6 cups
Serving size: cup
4 cups cornbread cubes, dried4 ounces lean Italian turkey
sausage, casing removed
1 tbsp canola oil
1 cup chopped yellow or white
onions
cup chopped celery
cup chopped carrot
1 small garlic clove,
crushed
4 each dried apricots and pitted
dried plums, coarsely
chopped
tsp dried thyme
3/4 tsp dried sage
tsp dried marjoram
1 cup fat-free, low-sodium
chicken broth
cup minced fresh parsley
tsp salt
tsp ground black pepper
Canola oil cooking sp
1 egg, lightly beaten
In small nonstick skillet, cook sausover medium-high heat, crumbling
and stirring until brown and cooked
through. Drain well and set aside.
In large nonstick skillet, heat canol
oil over medium heat. Stir in onions
celery and carrot; cook 5 minutes,
stirring frequently. Add garlic and
cook for 1 minute longer, but dont
allow garlic to brown. Stir in sausa
apricots, plums, thyme, sage, marj
ram and cup broth. Bring to a bo
Reduce heat and simmer 3 minuteRemove from heat; pour vegetable
mixture over cornbread. Add parsl
and stir well. Season with salt and
pepper. (Dressing may be prepared
this stage a day ahead and refriger
ated, covered.)
Whisk together egg and remaining
cup broth and pour over cornbread
mixture, tossing well. Spray 2-quar
baking dish with canola oil cooking
spray (use larger baking dish if not
reserving dressing for Turkey Roulaand transfer all but 1 cups of dre
ing to baking dish. Cover dish with
and set aside.
After Turkey Roulade has been in o
30 minutes, place covered baking
of dressing in oven. After 15 minut
(or when internal temperature of ro
lade, measured with instant-read t
mometer, is 155 F), remove roulad
from oven and remove foil from ba
dish with dressing. Continue bakindressing for about 15 minutes or u
top begins to brown.
Nutrient Analysis per Serving: Calo
100, Calories from Fat 35, Total Fat
3.5 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholester
30 mg, Sodium 310 mg, Total Carb
hydrate 12 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugars 4 g
Protein 3 g
Family Feature
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Eye makeup tips for eyeglass weare
By Cathleen C
Are eyeglasses a part oyour look? Whetherits because you canwear contacts or you
like the look of spectacles asfashion accessories, you can
still wear eye makeup for eye-catching effect.
Grace Mathis, aBeaumont-basedmakeup artist, hassome tips for girls whwear glasses. Dont
let them dictate yourfashion, she advised.
you are a bold fashionistdont let glasses intimidat
you, she said. Use themas an accessory and do youeyes up all the way!
Keep it simply pretty
If you are self-conscious about how
your eyes look behind glasses, she note
keep it simply pretty. With a uy or
angled crease brush, sweep a medium to
beige or neutral shade for your skin tone
your crease area under the brow bone. P
a brightening shade such as champagneor warm gold, depending on your skin
tone, all over the lid. With a uy
brush (not the same one used for
crease color) blend a matte van
or bright color under the brow
bone, blending it into the cr
color. Emphasize the lash
with a liner in plum, brow
or black and set it using
small brush dipped in e
shadow. Dont forget
curl the lashes!
beauty Spectacles andSpectacular Eyes
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Lash out
And speaking of lashes, Mathis oers this tip: If you are
bout to purchase glasses and are going to get them tted, make
ure you curl your lashes that day, she instructed. Wear your
ye makeup like you normally would and curl your lashes to their
ull potential to make sure the lenses dont touch them. I learned
his the hard way!
Frame it up
Eyebrow care is vital, Mathis insisted. Eyeglass frames usu-
lly rest right below the eyebrows, so theres no hiding them. In
her opinion, brows should be tamed but not too thin. They frame
he face and show expression. If anything, most women need to
row in more eyebrows rather than shape or tweeze them, she
aid. Of course, uni-brows are not allowed.
As for frames, Mathis believes there are no rules. Have fun and
xpress yourself.
Ah-Ah-Ah-Choo!
For all women who suer from severe seasonal allergies, make
ure to invest in an eye-shadow base and waterproof mascara,
Mathis advised. She likes Paint Pot eye-shadow base by MAC and
Maybelline mascaras. You may have to try out several before you
nd one that works for you, she said.
Clear and Bright
our eyes wont be pretty if they are irritated or infected from your eye
makeup. Wendy Broussard, an optometrist at Texas State Optical in
eaumont, knows this all too well.
A lot of people avoid washing their eyes well because its irritating,
he said. But thats where an infection can start. She uses a no
more tears baby shampoo to remove her eye makeup. Be careful
ot to be rough on your eyes when removing eye makeup, Brous-ard advised. Beware of oil-based removers, too. Eyelids have gland
penings, she explained. If they get plugged, which can happen with
il-based removers, a sty might form. If you use an oil-based remover,
wash your eyes after with soap such as a gentle baby shampoo. This
will remove the oil from your eyelids and help keep the glands open.
o avoid skin irritation and infection, change the applicators frequently
nd throw old makeup away. (Check the expiration dates.) For bacte-
al growth, liquid makeup is worse than powder makeup. Anything
with liquid is the worst, Broussard said. The optometrists nal piece
f advice: Never share makeup.
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Weve all heard the old ad-
age: Starve a cold, feed a
fever. As it turns out, thats
not entirely true.
Many studies show that
good nutrition is essential
or resisting and recovering from the com-
mon cold or the u. Most of the evidence
points to eating a balanced diet replete
with modern day superfoods foods that
re nutritionally dense, high in ber and
re known to prevent disease and increaseongevity versus eating a poor quality
diet that might increase your chances of
becoming ill.
We should eat a diet high in antioxi-
dants, zinc and omega 3 fatty acids, said
Lauren M. Rodriguez, a licensed and reg-
stered dietitian with the Christus South-
ast Texas Bariatric Center. Antioxidants
help remove free radicals from our body
hat damage or kill cells. So, of course,
onsuming foods high in antioxidants can
help promote overall health.
So what should we eat? Start in the pro-
duce section. Support a diet rich in fruits
and vegetables of any kind that can help
you ward o a cold or u and are loaded
with immune-boosting antioxidants. The
three major antioxidant vitamins are beta-
carotene, vitamin C and vitamin E, found
in colorful vegetables and fruits like broc-
coli, carrots, Brussels sprouts, cantaloupe
and berries.
Should we be taking dietary supple-
ments? First and foremost, its best to getas much nutrition as possible from food,
but sometimes its hard to get enough of
certain vitamins and minerals through the
diet alone, Rodriguez said.
Some common supplements that can
potentially help ward o illness include
vitamin C, vitamin E, sh and ax seed
oil. There are other antioxidants, such
as selenium, and phytonutrients, such
as beta-carotene and lycopene, that are
available as supplements. However, before
lling your shopping cart with a bunch
of supplement pills, be sure you know
the potential interactions. You should
always check with a doctor before start
ing a supplement because you never kn
what might react with a medication you
taking, Rodriguez emphasized.
Responsible for 70 percent of the im
mune systems work, the digestive trac
is crucial to maintaining core health.
Adding probiotics to the diet to protect
healthy bacteria that reside in the colo
can be benecial for boosting the immusystem. Rodriguez said many studies
have shown that probiotics can be a go
supplement for overall health.
Certain foods, however, should be
avoided, she warned. High amounts of
sugar, fat and alcohol can all have negati
eects on our white blood cells. These a
the cells that help ght o illness, she
Good nutrition is always the rst step
a healthy body. Although good nutrition
help prevent many illnesses, it is never a
guarantee that someone will not get sick
Food Fight!
eating right
By Kirsten Matthew
Prepare your immune system for seasonal germs
Wash and GoGetting the u vaccine is the bes
way to protect you and your famthis season. But if the u raises i
weary head, then its washing ha
often with soap and water thats
effective, especially after cough-
ing or sneezing, according to the
American Academy of Pediatrics
Antibacterial soap is ne, but no
necessary. Washing hands for a
least 20 seconds has been show
to kill the u virus.
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