November Health & Wellness Highlights

Here, we outline the topics discussed in the Cape May County Herald’s November 6th Health & Wellness section. Read on for summaries of all included articles:
-Dr. Michael Caruso of Atlantic Eye Center dicusses the availability of cutting edge Intraocluar Lenses and the now 15-minute outpatient procedure available for cataract treatment.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/95766-new+iols+provide+more+choices+growing+demand+cataract+surgery
-Many people suffer with foot deformities and pain needlessly because of fear or lack of knowledge about corrective foot surgery. Dr. Birk has combined new techniques along with safe anesthesia and effective pain management to perform bunion removals.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/95775-corrective+sameday+surgery+available+bunion+removal
-Cape Regional Medical Center has announced the expansion of their Diabetes Centers of Excellence to a second location in Marmora, NJ.
Read more about the new center and its professional staff:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/court+house/96175-cape+regional%E2%80%99s+diabetes+center+excellence+expands+marmora
-Now that Halloween has passed and the holiday season is upon us, it is the perfect time to evaluate our oral health routines. Cape May Dental Associates explain the importance of preventative dentistry reducing the prevalence of dental diseases.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/96116-preventing+disease+through+proactive+dentistry
-Is cataract surgery the key to a longer life? Dr. Stephen H. Uretsky of Coastal Jersey Eye Center explains why this may be the case.
Read more here: http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/95771-cataract+surgery+key+longer+life
-When speaking with Dr. Ali Cheema and Nurse Practitioner, Shawn Denning, it is easy to see why these two young men were chosen as feature practitioners for the CompleteCare Health Network’s expanding presence in Cape May County.
Read more about these new members of the Network here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/96120-healthcare+providers+excited+build+practice+cape+may+county
-Fall Open Enrollment Period is upon us; during open enrollment Medicare beneficiaries are given the opportunity to make changes to one’s health or prescription drug coverage.
Read more on Medicare from the NJ Department of Aging here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/96184-open+enrollment+medicare+beneficiaries
-Is everybody bi-polar? Local psychiatrist Dr. Hankin discusses the frequency of this misdiagnosis and some alternatives to side effect-heavy medications.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/95767-everybody+bipolar
-Need to recover from a crazy weekend? Fitness guru Nick Elisano of Miracles Fitness lists some great tips on exactly how to do so.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/95924-need+recover+your+crazy+weekend
-According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the number one killer of women and is more deadly than all forms of cancer combined. While most women are afraid of breast cancer, they will most likely die from heart disease.
Dr. Gandhi and Dr. Nanavati express a shared care approach here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/95965-heart+and+cancer+%E2%80%93+shared+care+approach
-A recent study has shown that sugars and processed carbs can in fact be addictive. Olivieri Chiropractic Practice explores this new research and its implications.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/96130-study+shows+sugars+and+processed+carbs+addictive
-The death of a family member or close friend can be an emotional time. Poserina & McHugh Law Firm provides a helpful to-do list for those who unfortunately find themselves in this situation.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/95770-what+do+when+loved+one+dies
-Dr. Hackerman of Professional PT & Rehab discusses the number of patients he has seen who have already consulted a medical doctor, had various diagnostic studies performed, and perhaps even been referred for an orthopedic consult, only to eventually make their way into his office. He is amazingly able to eliminate their pain within 1 to 3 visits.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/96159-get+proper+care+you+deserve+asap
-As winter approaches, so does the risk of colds and flus. Reef Family Pharmacy shares tips on how to protect yourself and loved ones this flu season.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/95768-cold+amp+flu+season+what+you+can+do+protect+yourself
-Shore Orthopedic University Associates share how the anterior approach can speed recovery in total hip replacement procedures.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/95561-anterior+approach+speeds+recovery+hip+replacement
-A pinched nerve occurs when too much pressure is applied to a nerve by surrounding tissues — such as bones, cartilage, muscles or tendons. Dr. Tzforas discusses risk factors of pinched nerve pain and potential treatment.
Read more here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/health+and+wellness/95902-understanding+pinched+nerve+pain
Our following Health & Wellness section will be included in the December 4th edition of the Cape May County Herald. Check out the Health & Wellness section of our website to stay up-to-date on these and upcoming topics here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/healthandwellness.