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Comfort Care
Urological
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Autumn Winds Comfort Care. Since developing
our service about two years ago we have had the Steve Vande Kop,
pleasure of working with a number of individuals
Owner,
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and families when the need for hospice arrived.
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Our philosophy is to provide care wherever you
call home in Yankton and surrounding communities.
Hospice providers are no different than any other service providers,
Whether it be plumbers, contractors, or any other service provider,
everyone has their unique way of doing things. Should you need
hospice services, you owe it to yourself to check into what each
service has to offer and compare. Take the time to talk with Colette
Broekemeier and ask what Autumn Winds Comfort Care has to offer.
You will be glad you did.
605-689-0382
Yankton, SD
Q.
A.
Can diet play a role on
preventing prostate cancer?
The following is a short list that summarizes Dr. Joseph Boudreau
dietary aspects of risk factors for prostate
MD, F.R.C.S.
cancer:
More aggressive vitamin D supplementation should be considered in obese
cancer patients with a body mass (BMI) greater than 30kg/m
High intake of protein from dairy products might increase the risk of prostate
and breast cancer by increasing the body s production of insulin growth factor.
Dairy is ok in moderation, however.
Keep your cholesterol levels normal.
Red meat cooked well done has been associated with increase risk of
prostate cancer. Therefore less barbecuing and less processed meats is
advised. Don t cook your occasional steak or burger to well done. White meat
(chicken) was not associated with a higher risk of cancer.
Green tea is good.
Cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, etc.) are good.
Omega 3 fatty acids are good.
Yankton Urological Surgery,
Prof., L.L.C.
2009 Locust, Yankton 689-1100
www.yanktonurology.com
Family Medicine
Chiropractic
Q. What is Meningitis?
A.
Q.
Brandi Pravacek, CNP
Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation L&C Specialty Hospital
of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord
known as the meninges. The inflammation is usually
caused by an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. The swelling
associated with meningitis often triggers the hallmark signs and symptoms of this
condition, including headache, fever and stiff neck.
Meningitis may develop in response to a number of causes, usually bacteria or viruses.
Most cases of viral meningitis occur in children younger than age 5. Bacterial
meningitis commonly affects people under age 20, especially those in community settings
such as dormitories, military bases, and child daycare facilities. This increased risk likely
occurs because the bacterium is spread by the respiratory route and tends to spread
quickly wherever large groups congregate.
Vaccination is an important step in the prevention of bacterial meningitis.
All 11-12 year olds should be vaccinated with meningococcal conjugate vaccine. A
booster dose should be given at age 16 years. For adolescents who receive the first dose
at age 13 to 15 years, a one-time booster dose should be administered, preferably at age
16 through 18 years, before the peak in increased risk. Adolescents who receive their
first dose of vaccine at or after age 16 years do
not need a booster dose.
As the school year comes to an end, this is the
perfect time to review your child s immunization
status, especially if he or she will be entering either
middle school or college next fall.
605-260-2100, 2525 Fox Run Parkway, Lewis & Clark Medical Plaza, Yankton
How quickly will I notice
improvement in my
symptoms while receiving
chiropractic care?
Sheila Fitzgerald,
DC
A.
All people recover from injuries or chronic conditions
differently. Symptoms may diminish, become intermittent,
or change in pattern, type or character. It is common to experience
pain and other uncomfortable sensations during recovery. Since
chiropractic care uses non-drug and non-surgical approaches, less
effort is made to mask the symptoms and more attention is placed on
understanding what the symptoms are trying to tell you about your
condition.
Careful attention to your symptoms and open
communication with your chiropractor will help assure the best and
fastest recovery. Call today to start your recovery.
2507 Fox Run Parkway,
Yankton, SD, 665-8073
Ear, Nose & Throat
Fitness/Health
Dr. Rumsey, I used to get a lot of
earaches when I was little. Can
this affect my hearing when I m
Matthew Rumsey,
older? I seem to hear better out of Au.D. CCC-A
my right ear, but if I remember correctly, my earaches
always seemed to be in my left ear.
just walk right now for my
Q. Iworkout but I keep reading
Q.
A.
This is a good question that we get quite a lot. Although there are
scenarios where earaches as a child can lead to permanent hearing
impairment as an adult, usually it does not. It is interesting that you notice the
ear that was most affected is also the ear with the greatest hearing difficulty.
A comprehensive hearing evaluation would be the best way to determine the
type, degree and potential cause of your hearing difficulties. There are three
types of hearing impairments: conductive, sensorineural and a mixture of both
conductive and sensorineural. A conductive hearing loss would be linked to
earaches and ear infections and is best treated with medication or surgery. A
sensorineural hearing loss is less likely to be linked to middle ear difficulties
and is best managed with hearing aids. I hope that this has answered your
question. If you need more information or would like to schedule a hearing
evaluation, do not hesitate to call the office at (605)655-1220.
David Wagner, M.D.
Matthew Rumsey, AuD., CCC-A
Professional Office Pavilion,
Suite 2800, 409 Summit, Yankton
665-6820 888-515-6820 www.yanktonent.com
A.
that strength training is
important. Why?
Angie O Connor
Clinical Exercise
Specialist
Congrats on your walking routine but it sounds like this might be a
good time to add to it some strength training to compliment it.
Maintaining or improving your muscular strength is important at any age but it
becomes even more so as we get older. Starting in your 30 s, unless you are
doing something to maintain your muscle mass, you are losing it. Resistance
training will help prevent that and in turn provide you with a multitude of health
benefits including the following; increasing/preserving your muscle mass,
increasing bone density and metabolism, reducing your risk of falls, improving
your control of blood sugar, relieving arthritis pain, help you to maintain
Independence, improve your mood and much more. It might sound
overwhelming but your program doesn t have to take long and it doesn t need
to be complicated. The staff at Avera Sacred Heart Wellness Center would
be happy to direct you in a safe and effective program. It s never too late to
get started!
501 Summit 665-9006
Podiatry
Pharmacy/Nutrition
Q.
A.
New Calcium Recommendations
Is there a permanent remedy
for ingrown toenails? I m tired
of suffering!
Terence Pedersen,
D.P.M.
Ingrown toenails have several causes,
including tight shoes, trauma, weight gain,
pregnancy, increased exercise activities, or poor trimming. Identifying the
problem many times will resolve the pathology.
When an ingrown toenail becomes a chronic condition, then office-based
surgical procedures are quite effective. The technique involves a small
amount of anesthesia that is usually well-tolerated by the patient. Then, the
incurvated nail borders, or in some situations the entire nail is removed
without pain. The nail root known as the matrix, is then gently scraped to
remove it. An application of phenol (an acid solution) is then applied to the
surgical area to kill any remaining nail root. The surgical areas are then
cleansed with saline, followed by antibiotic ointment and a simple dressing.
The procedure is performed so the pathological portion of the toenail does
not regrow.
This permanent toenail procedure is straightforward, performed in the
office, usually has minimal or no pain afterwards, and usually has great
results. There is no incision, and there are no sutures.
Most people do not take any time off from work, and
most athletes can return to sporting activities the next
day.
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital Professional Office Pavilion
409 Summit St., Ste. 2600, Yankton 668-8601
Lately, people have been hearing mixed recommendations
about calcium supplements. Low calcium intake has been Leah Rempher
associated with colon cancer, kidney stones, obesity, and
Pharm. D.
hypertension, and women have been encouraged to take
calcium supplements to make up for a lack of calcium in the
diet. A typical recommended dose of calcium in postmenopausal women is 1000
mg to 1500 mg daily, but most women only get about 600 mg in their diet. The U.S.
Preventive Services Task Force is now changing their recommendations on calcium
and vitamin D supplementation. Calcium and vitamin D are beneficial for adults with
osteoporosis or vitamin D deficiency, but they do not help prevent fractures in older
women without osteoporosis. New data now suggests that calcium supplements
may even increase cardiovascular risk in women taking 500 mg/day or more and
men taking more than 1000mg/day.
Not to worry though, calcium from food is NOT associated with an increase in
cardiovascular risk. Try to get as much calcium from food as possible such as, milk,
yogurt, cheese, green leafy vegetables, beans, salmon, sardines, almonds, figs, and
tofu. Most people typically get 300 mg per day of calcium from their diet, not
including dairy products. If people include two servings of dairy a day, they can get
a total of at least 900 mg per day. The new recommendations for total calcium intake
is 1000mg/day for women up to age 50 and men up to 70, and 1200mg/day for
older adults. A total daily dose for vitamin
D is 800 to 2000 IU/day for adults. If you
aren t getting enough calcium in your diet,
ask your pharmacist if calcium carbonate
or calcium citrate would be an appropriate
choice for you.
Pharmacy 665-8261
