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a healthy tomorrow

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Win a free facial!

see page 3 for details.

Freshen Up Your Face in the New Year■ eat heart-smart

■ recipe: florentine sWiss omelet

Reaching Out to New Communities

Last year was a busy time of planning, building, and providing new services to our

growing community. Starting

out with the opening of the new Loma Linda Heart and Surgical Hospital, this state-of-the-art facility is a hub for cutting-edge surgical

procedures such as robotic-assisted, minimally-invasive, and bariatric or weight-loss surgeries. Now fully open to the community, we are

pleased to provide surgical services in a convenient and personalized

setting that boasts amenities which enhance the patient and

visitor experience.We are also excited to now directly provide services to our

surrounding communities of Beaumont and Banning. With the

opening of the Highland Springs Medical Plaza (a joint venture

with Beaver Medical Group and Redlands Community

Hospital), comprehensive medical care is now accessible to

residents of those cities right in their neighborhood. Log on

to highlandspringsmedicalplaza.org to find out what services

are available.In partnership with Physicians Group of Murrieta, building is

actively underway at our future hospital located in the city of

Murrieta. With a tentative schedule to open doors in 2011, our goal

of providing Loma Linda’s brand and quality of health care to other

communities is becoming a reality. It is all part of our commitment

to our mission of making man whole.

A Healthy Tomorrow is published with you in mind. Our goal

is to provide health information and tips to help you live more

fulfilling and healthy lives. Thank you for welcoming us, through

this publication, into your home. If there are any topics or

information you would like us to feature, please send us an e-mail

at [email protected].

Ruthita J. Fike CEO/Administrator

community health

2 | LOMA LINdA uNIvERSITy MEdICAL CENTER | www.lomalindahealth.org 1-877-558-6248

Highland Springs Medical Plaza

81 S. Highland Springs AvenueBeaumont, CA 92223

Loma Linda University Medical Center, Redlands Community Hospital, and Beaver Medical Group are proud to announce the opening of their new collaboration; the Highland Springs Medical Plaza. You will have access to comprehensive, high-quality medical care right in your neighborhood.

To find out more, log on to highlandspringsmedicalplaza.org or call 1-877-558-0010.

Terms to KnowOmega-3 fatty acids. A type of fat that can have health benefits for your heart. These fats may help reduce high blood pressure and decrease the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

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Winter can be rough on your skin. That’s why it’s a good idea to

make your skin care regimen a priority this time of year. Follow these tips for a healthy, rosy glow, even in the coldest winter months.

Establish a RoutineIt takes some work to keep skin clear, moisturized, and looking young and healthy. Establish a skin care routine and stick with it:■ Wash your face twice each day with a gentle cleanser and lukewarm water. Always remove makeup before bed.■ Always use a moisturizer, even if your skin is oily. This is especially important during winter.■ use a gentle exfoliator once a week.■ Eat a healthy, balanced diet, and drink a lot of water every day. It will show on the outside.■ don’t smoke. Cigarette smoking causes the skin to age prematurely.

Prevent Sun Damagedon’t be fooled by cloudy, overcast winter days—you still need to wear sunscreen. Harmful uv rays can penetrate through clouds to damage your skin. The best way to prevent

premature wrinkles is to limit the time you spend in the sun. The sun causes damage to your skin, even when it doesn’t cause sunburn. Over time, this damage can leave skin thick, leathery, and wrinkled.

Wear sunscreen every day to protect your skin from premature aging and skin cancer. Many cosmetics—facial moisturizers, eye creams, body lotions, foundations, and even lipsticks—now can be found in sunscreen formulations. Look for products that have a rating of at least SPF 15 and offer “broad spectrum” protection.

Consider Skin ResurfacingIf you’d like a noninvasive way to remove fine wrinkles and scars and even out your skin coloring, skin resurfacing may be the ideal choice. Skin resurfacing can also provide better skin tone and texture. Types of skin resurfacing include:■ Chemical peels, in which solutions are used to remove skin■ dermabrasion, which involves sanding away the skin with brushes■ Laser resurfacing, which uses light beams to destroy tissue

Although you don’t need a referral for these non-surgical procedures, it never

hurts to talk with your doctor about any concerns or questions you have.

Win a FREE Skin Analysis and Micropeel FacialEnter to win a free facial, compliments of Loma Linda University Plastic Surgery Group. Call 1-877-LLUMC-4U to find out how you can enter to win.

Freshen Up Your Face in the New Year

Wintertime

hair tip

complement your rosy glow with beautiful, healthy hair. the best way to combat dry winter hair is to apply shampoo to your hair and then add conditioner on top of the shampoo. lather both into the hair at the same time, rinse clean, and then condition again separately. the first dose of conditioner counteracts the drying effects of the shampoo’s cleansing agents.

health and beauty

Walk more; your

pedometer’s

counting

twenty-six studies don’t lie. Women who wore a pedometer boosted the number of daily steps they took by at least 2,000. that’s about a mile. other good results? pedometer wearers lost weight and reduced their systolic blood pressure. Make every step count with a FREE pedometer! Supplies are limited, so call 1-877-LLUMC-4U today!

She was the baby who stunned the world, raised a wide-ranging

ethical debate, and paved the way for now routine, lifesaving infant heart transplants.

On October 26, 1984, an infant girl dubbed “Baby Fae” received a donor heart from a baboon in a procedure done at Loma Linda university Medical Center.

“up until Baby Fae, certainly up until the early 1980s, none of these babies survived,” says dr. Leonard Bailey, the pediatric heart specialist who performed the transplant, in a


Baby Fae Paved the Way for Lifesaving Infant Heart Transplants

medical breakthroughs

new video documentary to mark the procedure’s 25th anniversary.

The baby, who had a potentially fatal heart defect, captured the world’s heart when she was shown on Tv yawning post-surgery. Scores were devastated when, 20 days after the surgery, she died of kidney complications.

Baby Fae’s short life marked a turning point in infant heart transplantation and left a lasting legacy for thousands of babies who now survive after receiving a human-to-human heart transplant.

17th Annual Foundation Gala for Loma Linda University Children’s Hospitalgot heart!—marking 25 years of infant heart transplantation presented by san manuel band of mission indiansfebruary 27, 2010riverside convention centerVisit www.lomalindagotheart.org for more information.

a surgical team at loma linda university medical center, led by dr. leonard bailey,

performed the historic cross-species infant heart transplant on baby fae on oct. 26, 1984.


heart healthy

Whether you’re cooking at home or eating at a restaurant,

it’s always important to stick to a heart-healthy diet. Here are some tips that may help in both situations:

Dining Out■ Opt for dishes that are designated “heart-healthy,” “low-fat,” or “light.”■ don’t be afraid to ask how dishes are prepared—and if they can be prepared differently.■ Ask for dressing, sauces, and gravy on the side, so you can use them sparingly.■ Avoid deep-fried foods. Instead, opt for foods that are broiled, baked, grilled, roasted, steamed, poached, lightly sautéed, or stir-fried.■ Eat the same amount of food you would if you were at home. If the

restaurant meal includes larger portions, set some of it aside and take it home.■ Choose pasta with tomato-based, rather than cream-based, sauces.

Cooking at HomeWhen you’re cooking at home, include plenty of:■ Fruits and vegetables■ Whole-grain products, such as rice, pasta, cereals, and breads■ Fat-free and low-fat dairy products■ Peas and beans

Make healthy substitutions in your cooking. For example, use reduced-fat margarine instead of butter, or put extra veggies—instead of extra cheese—on your pizza. Make baked potatoes instead of fries, and serve sorbet instead of ice cream.

Eat Heart-Smart When dining In or Out

Florentine Swiss Omelet for One

● 2 large eggs ● 1 tablespoon water ● About ½ cup shredded

spinach, fresh or frozen (defrost and squeeze out the water)

● 1 thin slice reduced-fat Swiss cheese

Break eggs into small bowl. Add water and beat vigorously with whisk. Heat a nonstick 8-inch skillet on medium heat. Pour in eggs. Watch carefully. When egg begins to firm, lift with a spatula and let uncooked egg run underneath. Top with cheese and spinach. Fold over and turn off heat. There will be enough heat to warm the spinach and melt the cheese.

Makes one omelet, with about 190 calories, 20 grams protein, 9 grams fat, 370 milligrams cholesterol, 1.5 grams carbohydrate, less than a gram fiber, and 215 milligrams sodium.

Limited Edition Heart Key FobsCall 1-877-LLUMC-4U today and reserve your Loma Linda University International Heart Institute key fob. Supplies are very limited.


healthy aging

A recent survey suggests that many Americans may turn a blind eye

to the dangers of poor vision care. Commissioned by the American Optometric Association (AOA), the survey shows that 81 percent of Americans use glasses, contact lenses, or both, but more than a quarter have not visited an eye doctor or eye care specialist within the past two years. The survey indicates that many Americans may not be paying enough attention to their eyesight and overall eye health. But regular visits to an eye doctor can help detect the signs of serious vision conditions, such as glaucoma. detecting problems early—and treating them promptly—may help avoid long-term complications and vision loss.

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that affect millions of Americans, and is a leading cause of irreversible blindness in the u.S. The diseases cause damage to the optic nerve and shrink the boundaries of what we can see. If left untreated, glaucoma can cause

irreversible damage. In glaucoma, the eye’s drainage canals stop working properly. This causes fluid pressure to build up. If the pressure stays too high for too long, the optic nerve becomes damaged.

Early Treatment Is KeyThere is no cure for glaucoma, but early detection and treatment, before major vision loss has occurred, is the best way to control the disease. The AOA recommends that every adult should have a comprehensive eye exam at least every two years. People older than age 60 should see their eye doctor every year, according to the AOA.

Once diagnosed, treatment for glaucoma is ongoing and lifelong. Medications, including pills and eyedrops, can reduce eye pressure and help preserve sight. Laser surgery has also been successful in controlling eye pressure. Conventional surgery, in which a new opening is created for fluid drainage, also may be recommended.

Keep an Eye Out for Glaucoma

ask your doctor

about prostate

screenings

after skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men. older men are especially at risk. in its early stages, prostate cancer often doesn’t cause symptoms. luckily, most men who are diagnosed don’t die of the disease.

a study found that men older than 65 diagnosed with prostate cancer who choose “watchful waiting” are doing better now than in the era before screening with a test for prostate-specific antigen (psa) was common.

starting at age 50, men should discuss prostate cancer screening with their doctors. african-american men and men with family histories of prostate cancer should begin talking with their doctors at age 45. Whether you could benefit from screening will depend on your family history, age, personal preference, and other factors.

if you get screened, you will have two tests every year: a psa, and a digital rectal exam (dre).

More Options for Prostate Cancer CareEarly detection is your best chance for a cure. Call 1-877-LLUMC-4U to receive a prostate cancer risk assessment booklet and find out if our free prostate cancer screening is right for you. Visit us on the Web at www.LLUCC.org. For more information about glaucoma or to make an appointment, please

call 1-877-LLUMC-4U.

Lupus and Rheumatic

Support Group

Third Thursday of each month

Call for details and to register.

Mended Hearts

Fourth Friday of each month,

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For all heart patients and their families. Call for more details.

Breastfeeding Support Group

Call for details.

Grief Recovery Group

Seven consecutive Mondays

beginning January 4, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Open to adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Please call to register.

Divorce Recovery Group

Seven consecutive weeks beginning

January 14, 7 to 9:30 p.m.

Supporting separated and divorced persons in moving from brokenness to wholeness. Please call to register.

Pet Grief Recovery Group

Seven consecutive Wednesdays

beginning January 6, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

A support group to help those mourning the loss of a pet. Please call to register.

“Hopeful Journey: walking

the path of loss and hope”

First and third Mondays of each month,

9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

The focus is on remaining healthy and hopeful for the current pregnancy while still honoring

classes & programs


Jan/feb 2010

If you do not see a class or event you are looking for, or for more detailed information, call 1-877-LLUMC-4U.

the memory of the baby who died. Call for more details.

Always in My Heart

Second Monday of each month,

7 to 8:30 p.m., fourth Tuesday of

each month, 9:30 to 11 a.m.

A bereavement class for parents who have lost a baby. Call for location, details, and registration.

Classes/Programs Perinatal Institute

Total Care Birth Center

•Preparing for Childbirth•Newborn Care•Sibling Preparation• Breastfeeding Basics•Health and Fitness in Pregnancy• Infant/Child CPR • It’s Time to Eat•Baby Is Home•Baby Bonding Yoga•The Art of Infant Massage•Moms Joining MomsCall for details and to register.

Winning with Diabetes

Morning and evening classes; series of five sessions on types, causes, and self-management. Spanish classes offered every other month. Please call to register.

Loma Linda University

Cancer Center—New Patient

Orientation Class

Second Tuesday of each month

at 10 a.m., fourth Tuesday of

each month at 2 p.m. Call to register.

Free Metabolic and Bariatric

Surgery Program Seminar

Monthly, 6 to 7 p.m.

Call for details and to register.

Prenatal Class

Second Monday of each month,

5:30 to 7 p.m.

English and Spanish classesProviding information for a safe and healthy pregnancy.

Cardiac and Pulmonary

Rehabilitation

Monday through Thursday,

7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For those with chest pain, heart attack, bypass surgery, or lung disease. Call to register.

Volunteer Services Help Us Help Our Patients

Knitting, crochet, and other arts and crafts skills needed to provide diversionary activities for pregnant bed rest patients. Help make their day a little brighter! Volunteers needed 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to teach crochet, knitting, arts and crafts.

We Need You!

Become a volunteer at Loma Linda University Medical Center facilities or Children’s Hospital. Attend a Volunteer Information and Orientation session to discover how to make a difference.

If the event or class you are looking for is not listed here, please call 1-877-LLUMC-4U for more information.

Special Events Up, Up, & Away Luncheon

and Boutique Sale

Wednesday, February 3

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

A fundraiser for our Children’s Hospital sponsored by Big Hearts for Little Hearts Desert Guild. Please call to register. 17th Annual Foundation

Gala for Loma Linda

University Children’s

Hospital

Saturday, February 27

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Please see page 3 for more details.

Blood Drives

The Bloodmobile is here weekly; please call for times. Sign up in the Children’s Hospital. You can also check Loma Linda times at www.lstream.org.

Support Groups Diabetes Support GroupFirst Tuesday of each month,

6:15 to 7:30 p.m.

Diabetes experts provide educational and resource information each month. No registration; no fee.

Head Injury & Trauma Spinal

Support Group (HITSS)

Fourth Monday of every month,

6 to 7:30 p.m.

All survivors and family members welcome. Call for details.

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A Healthy Tomorrow is published by Loma Linda university Medical Center to provide general health information. It is not intended to provide personal medical advice, which should be obtained directly from a physician. © 2009. All rights reserved. Printed in the u.S.A.

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a healthy tomorrow

Treatments for depression That Won’t Go Away

depression affects more than 20 million Americans. If you

experience sadness, a loss of interest in your everyday activities, decreased energy, or feelings of worthlessness for two weeks or more, you’re not just down in the dumps. you may have depression.

For most people, depression is successfully treated with medication and “talk” therapy. For some, these treatments don’t work, and depression can linger. This is called treatment-resistant depression, and it can have a major impact on a person’s health and quality of life. Fortunately, there are alternative treatments that offer relief to people suffering from treatment-resistant depression. If traditional therapy and medication aren’t working for you, ask your doctor about the following treatments.

Vagus Nerve Stimulationvagus nerve stimulation (vNS) uses a device similar to a pacemaker to treat depression. In vNS, a small battery-powered device is implanted under the skin in the chest. An electrical wire connects the device to the left vagus nerve on the left side of the neck, a nerve that reaches from the head to the intestinal tract. The battery is programmed to send regular electrical impulses through the wire to the left vagus nerve. From there, the pulses continue on to the brain.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation TherapyOne of the newest treatments is transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy, which was approved by the FdA in November 2008. This treatment uses magnetic pulses to

stimulate the part of the brain that affects depression. during treatment, a large magnetic coil is held near the patient’s head. The coil sends short magnetic pulses to the brain. Most patients receive daily half-hour treatments five days per week for four to six weeks. TMS can be administered in a hospital or a doctor’s office and does not require sedation or anesthesia. The most common side effects are scalp discomfort during treatment and headaches. TMS is not recommended for people with a history of seizure, with any neurological disease, or who have taken medication known to increase risk for seizures.

Electroconvulsive TherapyElectroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is considered the most powerful treatment for depression. It is a procedure in which electric currents are passed through the brain, deliberately triggering a brief seizure. This appears to cause changes in brain chemistry that have been shown to alleviate symptoms of depression.

FREE Stress CardsCall the Loma Linda University Behavioral Medical Center at 1-877-LLUMC-4U for a free stress card. Provided by Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center. Check out www.llubmc.org for more information on programs and services.

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