A few weeks ago while driving north on I-81, I was alarmed by a swooshing of air from the back of my car. Because my car is a convertible, I immediately thought that the top had broken loose or that a window had popped out. A quick glance backward while traveling at 70 mph told me that the problem was not the top. I managed to navigate to the side of the road and carefully stepped out of the car. Guess what? The back tire had split and was flat. I quickly called the roadside service provided through my insurance carrier—Harold Dishner State Farm Insurance (Johnson City, TN). I would like to say ‘thank you’ to them and to Crabtree Buick Service of Bristol, VA for their prompt service. I also want to say ‘thank you’ to the VDOT representative who speedily arrived on the scene with flashing lights and assistance. Happily, thanks to their combined efforts, I was back on my way in less than an hour. If you ever feel an overwhelming need for a humbling experience, let me suggest standing roadside on I-81 at 5:00 pm on a Friday evening, with all of the traffic and tractor–trailers whizzing by you at the speed of sound. It will give you an appreciation of the words ‘gone in a blink of an eye.’ So I’m glad to be here sharing our new look for Voice Magazine for Women. We promised changes for 2014, and this is one of them. We hope that you like our new flip look, which we debut in this edition of Voice Magazine for Women. Our health section will be a guide to top trends and local information for healthy living and a healthy lifestyle. The content of our traditional format will continue to feature topics of interest, including fashion, shopping, dining, events, and more. We hope that you will join us in supporting authors of Jan-Carol Publishing at our monthly book signings. We are scheduling a book signing every month at Barnes & Noble in Johnson City, TN. We plan to have additional signing events throughout the region—these will present both our local authors as well as our not-so-local writers. On May 20, JCP will have a book signing at favorite Johnson City eatery, Cranberries Café. See pages 8 and 14 for details. We are excited to announce a new member to our staff. Beginning in May, Joy Martin joins Jan-Carol Publishing as our Photographer and Office Assistant. May indeed is a special month, with the recognition of Mother’s Day. We wish all moms a very Happy Mother’s Day. And to one very special mom—Happy Mother’s Day, Mother! Thought of the month: “When you wake up in the morning, you have two choices – go back to sleep and dream your dreams, or wake up and chase your dreams.” – Author unknown Verse of the month: “Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.” Proverbs 31:25-28 (KJV)
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Before I Was a Mom By Leslie Snyder
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Before I was a Mom I cleaned my house each day. I never tripped over toys or forgot words to a lullaby. I didn't worry whether or not my plants were poisonous. I never thought about immunizations. Before I was a Mom I had never been puked on. Pooped on. Spit on. Chewed on. Pottied on. I had complete control of my mind and my thoughts. I slept all night. Before I was a Mom I never held down a screaming child so that doctors could do tests. Or give shots. I never looked into teary eyes and cried. I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin. I never sat up late hours at night watching a baby sleep. Before I was a Mom I never held a sleeping baby just because I didn't want to put it down. I never felt my heart break into a million pieces when I couldn't stop the hurt. I never knew that something so small could affect my life so much. I never knew that I could love someone so much. Before I was a Mom I didn't know the feeling of having my heart outside my body. I didn't know how special it could feel to feed a hungry baby. I didn't know that bond between a mother and her child. I didn't know that something so small could make me feel so important and happy. Before I was a Mom I had never gotten up in the middle of the night every10 minutes to make sure all was okay. I had never known the warmth, the joy, the love, the heartache, the wonderment, or the satisfaction of being a Mom. I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much love or so much pain before I was a Mom. I never knew I would love being a Mom. — Author unknown
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Grilled Desserts to Sweeten Your Mother’s Day By Crystal Robertson
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Mom deserves a sweet ending to her special day, but a typical restaurant dessert can contain a whole day's worth of calories. Dessert doesn't have to be ice cream, chocolate cake, or pie. Instead, try serving fruit in an unexpected way—from the grill! Grilled fruits provide a delicious, indulgent, yet healthy alternative that are sure to delight Mom’s taste buds. Grilling caramelizes the natural sugars in fruit, creating a softer texture, richer flavor, and more concentrated aroma. Never tried to grill fruit? Here are a few recipes to get you started.
Grilled Watermelon with Yogurt
1 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon coarsely chopped thyme 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling Salt and freshly ground black pepper Twelve 3-inch-long triangles of seedless red watermelon, about 1 inch thick 1/4 cup small mint leaves Light a grill. In a bowl, combine the yogurt with the lemon juice, vinegar, thyme, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the watermelon triangles with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill over high heat until nicely charred, about 1 minute per side; transfer to plates. Top the watermelon with the yogurt sauce and season with black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil, garnish with mint, and serve. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Dark Chocolate Banana S'mores
Nonstick cooking spray 2 just-ripe bananas, peels on, halved lengthwise and stems trimmed 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted 12 graham cracker squares 1 3-ounce bar dark chocolate, broken into 6 squares Heat a grill to medium and mist with cooking spray. Place the bananas cut-side down and grill until lightly marked, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip bananas and brush tops with melted butter. Grill cut-side up 3 minutes more. Transfer bananas to a plate, remove peels, and cut into 1/3-inch slices. While bananas are grilling, place 6 of the graham cracker squares on top of 6 squares of aluminum foil. Top each graham cracker with a square of dark chocolate. Arrange 4 to 5 banana slices on top of each chocolate square and cover with remaining graham crackers. Wrap each s'more in foil, and grill 1 to 2 minutes or until chocolate is melted.
Mixed Berry Hobo Packs with Grilled Pound Cake
1/2 pound strawberries, halved (or quartered if large) 1/2 pound blueberries 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/4 cup sugar 3/4 teaspoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened Four 12-inch squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil Four 1/2-inch-thick slices of pound cake Plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt, for serving Light a grill. In a medium bowl, combine the strawberries and blueberries with the lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch. Spoon 1/4 tablespoon of the butter into the center of each sheet of foil and top with the fruit. Bring 2 sides of the foil up over the fruit and fold to form a seam across the top. Fold the remaining 2 sides to seal the hobo packs completely. Grill the hobo packs over moderate heat until the fruit is sizzling, about 10 minutes. Spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter on the pound cake, and grill on both sides just until toasted, about 1 minute. Transfer to plates. Open the hobo packs and pour the berries and juices over the pound cake. Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Grilled Peach-Gingersnap Halves
1 pound peaches, cut in half, pits removed 3 tablespoons sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 cup crushed gingersnaps (2 ounces) 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened Four 12-inch squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil Frozen yogurt, for serving Light a grill. Spoon 1/4 tablespoon of the butter in the center of each sheet of foil, add the peaches skin-side down, and brush with butter. In a bowl, toss the sugar, cinnamon, and half of the gingersnaps. Sprinkle the mixture over the peaches. Bring 2 sides of the foil up over the fruit and fold to form a seam across the top. Fold the remaining 2 sides to seal the hobo packs completely. Grill the hobo packs over moderate heat until the fruit is sizzling, about 10 minutes. Serve each peach half with a scoop of vanilla frozen yogurt and the remaining crushed gingersnaps sprinkled on top. Recipes adapted from Food & Wine Magazine and Fitness Magazine
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Dining Diva Dines Out… By: Jan Howery
A Far-East Gem In the heart of Johnson City, Tennessee, is an Asian cuisine restaurant that’s a ‘Far-East gem.’ The Rainbow Asian Cuisine restaurant has earned this title for many ‘tasty’ reasons. Rainbow Asian Cuisine’s large menu features both Thai and Chinese dishes. Both cuisines are populated with noodle- and rice-based dishes that can be hot, salty, mild, sour, or spicy. Fresh herbs and spices complement seafood and meats including chicken, pork, and beef to emerge in delightful dishes abounding in colorful flavor. All of the menu offerings are prepared from fresh
ingredients, the highest quality jasmine rice from Thailand, healthy rice from China—and no MSG. Located in the same building as the Best Western Hotel, Rainbow Asian Cuisine provides a quiet, comfortable atmosphere; full bar; and, during warmer weather, patio dining. In addition to being creative, modern, and extensive, Rainbow Asian Cuisine’s menu is one of the most affordable in the area—from $2.99 for soup to $16.99 for the largest dinner entree. A glutenfree menu is available on request, and some dishes can be prepared without salt, oil, or meat. For appetizers, I chose the Fresh Spring Roll and Authentic Wonton Soup. Fresh and authentic are the key words here. The ingredients in the spring roll were so fresh, they could have been picked from my own garden and put directly into my mouth! The soup comprised a handmade chicken, shrimp, and cabbage wonton in a broth that fragrant with herbs. And be sure to try their Thai chicken wraps—found on the appetizer menu, they also are a perfect meal! The wide selection of entrees and specialties dishes made it tough to choose, but I finally decided on Thai Basil with Chicken ($10.99). Medium hot and medium spicy, the dish combined chicken, basil, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, zucchini, peppers, and onions in a Thai sauce. I opted for brown rice, and ginger salad was included as a side. The dish was executed perfectly, and the bright colors of the ingredients produced a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach. Be prepared—servings are big; most dishes are great for two to share. For dessert I enjoyed Coconut Mango Sticky Rice, which was topped with coconut milk and served with fresh mango. Very tangy! The reasonably priced lunch menu is available from 11 am to 3 pm Monday through Saturday. Whether you plan to enjoy a leisurely dinner or quick lunch, a smile and delicious food await at Rainbow Asian Cuisine. And be sure to tell ’em that Voice Magazine for Women sent you! Rainbow Asian Cuisine 2412 N. Roan St. (Next to Best Western) Johnson City, TN 423-232-6688
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Holly Williams a single job. She now lives in Abingdon full-time and performs in 8 or 9 of the 17 full-length shows that Barter produces every year. In her three-plus years at Barter, Holly has been Jane in Tarzan, a teenager in Zombie Prom, Belle in Disney’s Beauty & the Beast, a woman who finds herself to be accidentally engaged to three men in one afternoon—and that is only the tip of the iceberg! This summer Holly Williams is excited to take on the title role in Educating Rita, a play inspired by the George Bernard Shaw classic Pygmalion. And to complete this theme, Holly will play Eliza Doolittle in Barter’s fall production of My Fair Lady, another work inspired by Pygmalion. Holly’s upcoming role is one she can really relate to. “Rita wants a better life for herself, and she thinks that an education is the only thing that can provide that. She blindly trusts that, after taking a class, she will have answers that point the way to the path of her life. When I was in college, I believed that too. As I went along, I slowly discovered that while an education is immensely valuable, the path of my life was up to my own determination and [that] what was pointing the way was my intuition and life choices. Like Rita, I try to say ‘yes’ to possibility and choice.” Educating Rita begins May 11 at Barter Stage II. For more information on Barter Theatre, call 276.628.3991 or visit bartertheatre.com.
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Repaint or recover any outdoor furniture, or consider buying a new piece as a focal point for your porch or deck. Add something new to your outdoor space, such as wind chimes, statues, or a water fountain or pool. Source: ehow.com
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SOON! G N I M O C Forgiven Ann El-Nemr Ann El-Nemr’s first book, Betrayed, was released in January of 2014; Forgiven is the sequel but can be read alone. Tom Smith, an ex-Army sergeant from Special Ops, is determined to seek revenge on the family that betrayed him and condemned him to ten long years behind bars. Tom’s focus on his plot is interrupted when Chantal, an unexpected visitor to the Rians’, catches his interest. Will Tom return to his mission when Chantal returns home? Will Tom yield to Chantal’s love, or will he break her heart? Will his schemes disintegrate, or will he pursue his vocation to avenge his betrayal?
Diamond Dreams Cheryl MacMillan This is the fourth exciting book in this series of the Dashing and Valiant men called...the Highland Lairds. Daniel MacMillan, a middle son of the Earl of Kilford, has met the one woman who can steal his heart— Lady Patricia Carlisle. Daniel hopes to make this ‘Diamond of the First Water’—and a lovely person—his wife. But this hope seems to become hopeless, and through an unexpected chain of events, Daniel is the sole survivor of a shipwreck. While stranded in South Africa, he stumbles upon a riverbed full of rough diamonds. Read on to learn how Daniel’s Diamond Dreams become crystal-clear reality!
What’s Right Patty Presnell Kinkead What’s Right is a humorous take on a serious subject. In this children’s book, Stumpy the squirrel comes to the realization that expecting handouts is wrong and working hard is right.
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April Hensley “Riverview Road” (Self-Rising Flowers anthology) and “Hallelujah Homecoming” (Broken Petals anthology) Saturdays throughout May, 8 am to 12 pm Book Signing State Street Farmers Market Bristol, Tennessee Claudia Ware Butterscotch and Chocolate Fudge Saturday, May 3, 12 to 2 pm Book Signing Spring Authors Fair Tales of the Lonesome Pine Bookstore 404 Clinton Avenue East Big Stone Gap, Virginia Saturday, May 10, 9 am to 2 pm Book Signing Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 501 Patriot Drive Dandridge, Tennessee Thursday, May 15, 3:30 to 5:30 pm Meet the Author and Publisher Event and Book Signing Barnes & Noble Booksellers 303 Franklin Terrace Johnson City, Tennessee Saturday, May 31, 11 am to 7 pm Book Signing 4th Annual Summer Music Fest and Cruise-In Greeneville High School 210 Tusculum Boulevard Greeneville, Tennessee Janie Dempsey Watts Moon Over Taylor’s Ridge and “Aunt Trish’s Wedding Gift” (Broken Petals anthology) Saturday, May 10, 12 to 2 pm Book Signing Cottage Treasures 170 Cleveland Street, Ringgold, Georgia Jessica Beaver The Night Before Halloween and A Father’s Love Monday, May 19, 12 to 1 pm Interview Guest News at Noon, WCYB (Channel 5) Tuesday, May 20 Book Signing Library, Daniel Boone High School Gray, Tennessee J Russell Rose Willie Saves the Little Bird Saturday, May 3 Book Signing Perkins Restaurant, Bristol, Virginia
Kristin Hale Grandma, Tell Me About When You Were a Little Girl Thursday, May 15, 3:30 to 5:30 pm ‘Meet the Author and Publisher’ Event and Book Signing Barnes & Noble Booksellers
303 Franklin Terrace Johnson City, Tennessee Linda Hudson Hoagland Snooping Can Be Devious, Snooping Can Be Contagious, Snooping Can Be Dangerous, The Best Darn Secret, and “I Will Crush You” (Broken Petals anthology) Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays throughout May Book Signing All Seasons Indoor Market 18803 Governor G C Perry Hwy (Route 460) Pounding Mill, Virginia Saturday, May 3, 10 am to 3 pm Book Signing Grants Supermarket 315 Bluefield Avenue Bluefield, West Virginia Tuesday, May 6, 11 am to 1 pm Short-Story Reading Reminiscent Writers Southwest Virginia Community College Richlands, Virginia Friday, May 9, 10 am to 4 pm Artisan Demonstration and Book Signing Heartwood Gallery Abingdon, Virginia Saturday, May 17, 9 am to 3 pm Book Signing Nuckolls Hall Tazewell County Fairgrounds Tazewell, Virginia Wednesday through Friday, May 21–23 Books Signing Grants Supermarket 4-Way Shopping Center Tazewell, Virginia Saturday, May 24, 9 am to 3 pm Book Signing Historic Plumb Alley Day Abingdon, Virginia Rebecca D Elswick “Abby’s Secret” (Broken Petals anthology) Saturday, May 3, 12 to 5 pm Book Signing and Workshop, There's More than One Way to Skin a Possum— Nontraditional Publishing in Today's World Spring Author Fair Tales of the Lonesome Pine Bookstore 404 Clinton Avenue East Big Stone Gap, Virginia Rebecca and Madelyn Spindler Sara Jane is a Pain, Life According to Liz, and Moving Out, Moving On Friday and Saturday, May 2 & 3 Book Signing Wisconsin Parent Association Conference Friday, 7 to 10 pm, University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh: Reeve Union Saturday, 8 am to 5 pm, University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh: Gruenhagen Conference Center Oshkosh, Wisconsin Rita Sims Quillen Hiding Ezra Friday, May 16, 7 pm Book Signing and Music The Fiddle and the Plow Show Front Porch Gallery, Woodlawn, Virginia
Calling All Writers! Are you an aspiring writer, trying to break into the market? This could be your big chance! Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc, is hosting the 2014 Believe and Achieve award for fiction writing. One novel will be selected to receive a publishing contract. The contract will include: • Book Cover Design • Professional Editing and Typesetting • 3-Year Publishing Contract—Paperback Edition • EBook Edition Deadline for entries is August 31, 2014. Each entry requires a $20 reading fee. One author will be awarded a 3-year publishing contract. Multiple entries are allowed. Each entry must be registered separately, with an additional $20 reading fee.
What a well-supported and successful event! A big ‘thank you’ goes to Barnes & Noble and Public Relations Manager Vickie Combs for acknowledging Educator Appreciation Days with the ‘Pampered Party.’ Thanks also to JCP authors Rita Quillen (Hiding Ezra) and Brenda Musick (One-Eyed Tom: The Trials of an Appalachian Family) for their participation. You can find Rita’s and Brenda’s books at Barnes & Noble in Johnson City, TN. Another ‘thank you’ goes to everyone who contributed as vendors. You helped make the event a huge success! And the last—but not least—‘thank you; for everyone who attended. We all had so much fun! (Staff photos by Joy Martin)
Contest Rules • Author must be a United States citizen. • Author must be 21 years of age or older. • Current JCP authors are eligible. • Manuscripts must be works of fiction, contain a minimum of 45,000 words, not exceed 60,000 words, and conform to the Manuscript Format Requirements below. • All manuscripts must be submitted as a single file in .doc, .docx, or .rtf format via email (submissions@jancarolpublishing.com, subject line: Believe and Achieve). • Each uploaded manuscript file must contain a cover page, synopsis, and complete manuscript (see format requirements below). • Through its submission, the author confirms that the submitted manuscript is original and unpublished. • All entries and reading fees must be received by August 31, 2014. • No entry will be accepted until the reading fee has been paid. To do so, call (423-926-9983) with a Visa or Mastercard number, or mail a check (P.O. Box 701 Johnson City, TN 37605). • Entry fees are non-refundable. Once a manuscript has been accepted, it can be withdrawn from the contest, but the reading fee cannot be refunded. • If the winning author withdraws or if the winning manuscript is disqualified, the next place winner will be awarded the contract. • Author must agree to terms and sign contract for the contract to be valid.
Manuscript Format Requirements All manuscript files must conform to the following formatting requirements. Failure to fully comply with these requirements will adversely affect the score of the entry. Each manuscript file comprises 3 parts: • Cover Page (page 1) The cover page must include the: • Author’s name, phone number, and email address • Title, word count, and genre (e.g., historical fiction, mystery, children’s, inspirational, romance) of the manuscript • Synopsis (page 2) The synopsis must not exceed 500 words • Complete Manuscript (page 3 and following) • Font: 12-point Times New Roman • Double-spaced • Margins: 1-inch on both sides, top, and bottom; footer margin: 0.5 inch • Footer: centered page number • The author’s name cannot appear anywhere in the main body of the manuscript (e.g., header, footer) Winner will be notified by email prior to the printing of the November 2014 issue of Voice Magazine for Women and will be announced in that issue. For details and updates, visit jancarolpublishing.com or voicemagazineforwomen.com.
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How to place a classified ad: $25.00 for up to 40 words and .10 for each additional word. Line border is included. Bold and or one-color additional. Must be received by the 15th. All ads subject to approval. Call 423-926-9983 or email: office@voicemagazineforwomen.com How to place a display/classified ad: Contact by phone 423-926-9983 or e-mail sales@voicemagazineforwomen.com. Editing: We reserve the right to edit for taste, clarity and length. Most submissions are edited to shorten, clarify confusing statements or correct grammatical errors. If a submission is potentially libelous, slanderous or appears to have been written with malice or harmful intent, it will be edited or rejected. This applies to submissions for the magazine and for our website www.voicemagazineforwomen.com. How to subscribe: Send $28.00 for one year for 12 issues to: Voice Magazine, P.O. Box 701, Johnson City, TN 37605 How to submit items to “update” and “up & coming events”: We encourage submission of press releases about news and up & coming events. Email your press releases to office@voicemagazineforwomen.com
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Join Us! Voice Magazine is looking to add to our current outside sales staff! This is a growth opportunity for a dynamic individual with a positive attitude. Apply your ‘sales experience’ to selling ads and servicing. Must have ‘do what it takes’ attitude, be tenacious and enjoy serving businesses. This position is part-time to full-time. Commission only. (Abingdon, VA area) Email your resume to: sales@voicemagazine forwomen.com or fax your resume to 423-926-9983.
Abingdon, VA Upper Tennessee River Roundtable will hold its inaugural RiverFest Fundraiser at Natural Tunnel State Park on Saturday, June 14. The festival, which coincides with the park’s annual “Get Outside Day,” will begin at 1 pm at the park amphitheater with music, vendors, environmental education activities and registration for a paddling race on the river. The festivities will run until 8 pm and will include live music by local bands, a five-mile river race on the Clinch, activities for kids, fly fishing demonstrations, casting competition and more. Food, beverage, beer, and outdoor gear vendors will be present throughout the day. Tickets for RiverFest will be on sale at www.uppertnriver.org or available at the Park the day of the event. Entry price is $5 for adults and children under 12 will be admitted for free. Registration for the river
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race is $15 and includes entry to the festival. The deadline for registration for the race is June 8. Register in advance by calling (276) 926-6621. Activities scheduled for Natural Tunnel’s “Get Outside Day” include a guided river trip, a hike to Devil’s Bathtub, a guided exploration of the Stock Creek Passage through the tunnel, and a full moon hike. For more information on the Park’s activities visit their websitewww.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/natural-tunnel.shtml or by calling (276) 940-2674. Bristol, TN/VA The Seventh Annual Round for the Rivers Golf/Disc Golf Tournament will take place Saturday, June 16, at scenic Steele Creek Park in Bristol, TN. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Upper Tennessee River Roundtable, a non profit organization that focuses on protecting and preserving the Clinch, Holston, and Powell rivers in Southwest Virginia. People of all skill levels are welcome to attend! The day will kick off with nine holes of ball golf (registration at 8:30 am), followed by 18 holes of disc golf, with registration at 1 pm. Divisions for disc golf will be: beginner, advanced, pro and doubles (two person teams). Players are welcome to enter either of the tournaments or both. Entry fees are: $20 for individuals; $30 for teams; and to play both tournaments the fee is $40/$60. A light lunch will be available for participants. Cash and prizes will be awarded. To register, contact Kathy Knotts at the Upper Tennessee River Roundtable at 276-628-1600 or UTRR_VISTA@yahoo.com. For more information about the Roundtable, visit www.uppertnriver.org or check out the Roundtable on Facebook. Through working with Barter Theatre’s Project REAL this year, Morrison School students have learned how to “get real and get focused to learn,” all while writing a trilogy of original plays to be performed on Barter Theatre’s Main Stage, May 5 beginning at 6 o’clock in the evening. Since last August, the students have been working to develop short plays using their own experiences. Since Morrison School is a school for children with learning differences, the plays all revolve around the students’ daily challenges with learning. Project REAL at Morrison School is a year-long program administered by Barter Theatre “Teaching Artists” who work onsite with the students. Morrison School Marketing/PR/Fundraising Coordinator Tammy Robinson Smith says that students have responded beautifully to the opportunities for creative expression the program offers. The purpose of Project REAL is to use theatre-based activities to encourage differentiated learning, expression of ideas and critical thinking, while connecting the material directly to the personal lives of the students. Morrison School students have channeled their experiences into three short plays which will examine the unique challenges our students
face every day. Our elementary-age students will explore the topic of control as they tell a story about the uncontrollable Mr. Mars and the consequences that befall him. Our middle school students will examine the importance of communication in their lives and others. PLEASE NOTE: Students will arrive at Barter Theatre at 12:30 pm on May 5 to begin rehearsals for the 6:00 pm performance. Media is welcome to come to the preview for interviews and photo opportunities or to join us for the performance. Johnson City, TN
Upcoming Events at Atlantis Spiritual Center: Mondays: 11–6 pm, Tarot Reading with Ian Allan Mondays: 10–6 pm, Healing and Intuitive Readings with Rebecca Carico Tuesdays: 2–6 pm, Astrology and/or Tarot Readings with Rev. Alisha Watson Tuesdays: 11–3 pm, Human Design Appointments Wednesday: 5:15 pm, Yoga Wednesdays: 10–6 pm, Intuitive Readings with with Rev. Eve Robinson
Wednesdays and Thursdays: 10–6 pm, Inter-Dimensional Healing with Rev. Edward Christian Fridays: 2–5 pm, Acudetox and Handwriting Analysis Fridays: 12–6 pm, Thai Reflexology with Olga Amrita Please call (423) 926-8884 to reserve your space or for more information. Atlantis Spiritual Center, 240 E. Main St. Johnson City, TN 423-926-8884, atlantisjohnsoncity.com Dancing with Tri-Cities Stars is stepping into its sixth year Saturday, June 28 at 5:00pm. The stars taking the floor this year are: Beth Shumaker – Owner, Fit Life, LLC Wellness Coach, Viridian Health Management, Wellness Coach Dessi Foster – Fitness Instructor, Lifestyles Fitness Center, Mary Kay Ind. Sales Director Aundrea Wilcox – Executive Director of the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) at the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce Kelly Torbett – Account Manager, McKesson Medical Surgical Carla Campbell Karst – Contemporary Christian Recording artist, Edinburgh Development Group Teddy Gaines – Assistant Coach, ETSU Bucs Football Jeff Jones – Site President, Citigroup Dr. Bernard Tisdale – Medical Director of Radiation/ Oncology, Chief of Medical Staff, Johnston Memorial Hospital
Monty McLaurin – CEO and Vice President, Indian Path Medical Center Dr. Sam Huddleston– Plastic/Reconstructive surgeon, Huddleston Plastic Surgery Center The judging panel will spotlight some well-known faces/voices in the Tri-Cities, as well professional UCWDC World Champions and Rising Star Ballroom Professionals Rex and Rachel Jones. The Tri-Cities stars are taught by Mike and Kim Adler, of Johnson City. The dancers will each perform two dances. The women will wear original pieces from Randall Designs that were worn for ABC’s Dancing With The Stars. Mirror-ball trophies will be awarded to the highest scoring man and woman. Our participants are logging long hours practicing for a great cause. All of the money raised goes to SteppenStone Youth Treatment Services. SteppenStone is a Tri-Cities treatment center in Limestone, TN that helps boys who experience emotional and behavioral problems. This year’s competition will again be held at The MeadowView Conference Resort and Convention Center in Kingsport. The venue allows for more seating and maintains an intimate atmosphere enjoyed in years past. General Admission tickets are $100, Premium seating is $125, and VIP tables are $2,500. Each ticket includes dinner served at food stations placed around the ballroom, which allows guests an opportunity to mingle and enjoy their favorite entrée. Tickets can be purchased at www.dancingwiththetricitiesstars.com. For more information, contact Paige Peters, 423-257-7512.
Do you have a special Voice? Voice Magazine is looking for contributing writers for our monthly magazine, which is currently available in print form. To be considered, please review the topics below and follow the guidelines. We are looking for information, not an infocommercial! Contributors will be notified when their articles are selected. Let your Voice be heard! Submission Guidelines • Article is limited to 350 to 400 words—NO MORE! • Provide article and photos as single file • Include your contact information (name, email address, telephone number) as a header in your article file • Provide a title for your article • Include in the article file a small thumbnail photo of yourself; you also may include one or two small pics for use as illustrations for your article. All together, the article and photo(s) will fill appropriately half of a page • Submission deadline is the 20th prior to the month to be printed. For example, the deadline for the June 2014 issue is May 20, 2014. ONLY ARTICLES EMAILED TO editor@voicemagazineforwomen.com will be accepted for review. Topics: • Health • Fashion • Home Decorating • Couponing • Crafts Disclaimer: All submissions are non-returnable. Must be original, exclusive for Jan-Carol Publishing Inc/Voice Magazine, and not published in any other local media. No monetary compensation. Voice Magazine retains publishing rights for both the print and online versions of the magazine. We retain and hold the rights to edit and modify content without approval, but we will attempt to let you know when changes are necessary.
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Find Your Voice! “Hills Are Alive” Harmonizes in 4 parts Tuesdays at 7:00 pm on the lower level of the Bristol Mall. This small, award-winning, all-ladies chorus is a proud chapter of Sweet Adelines International. Come join us for fun and fellowship. For information: 276-628-8692 or www.hillsarealive.org
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PHOTO CONTEST Be on the cover of Voice Magazine! Are you a photographer? Or do you have a terrific photo of yourself in the great outdoors? Join us in celebrating the images of our region! We are looking for a photo taken in Southwest Virginia or Northeast Tennessee—a portrait or candid shot featuring a woman that expresses our region’s outdoor beauty. This annual contest is open to professional and amateur photographers and models.
Photo Contest Rules and Guidelines: • Provide a candid or posed photograph of a woman that expresses our region’s outdoor beauty. Examples include pictures of a woman boating, hiking, camping, fishing, horseback riding—basically just a woman enjoying the outdoors! • Check previous issues of Voice Magazine for Women, which can be found on our website (www.voicemagazineforwomen.com), for examples of past front covers. • Photo entries must have been taken within the last 12 months and be seasonally appropriate for the cover of the July issue of Voice Magazine. • A limit of three entries per contestant. • Photos that violate or infringe upon another person’s rights, including but not limited to copyright, are ineligible. • Photographs that have won any other contest or have already been published in a magazine or newspaper are ineligible. • The photographer and subject of the winning photograph must sign release forms for Voice Magazine for Women. • Submit high-resolution digital photographs (at least 300 dpi) via email to photocontest@voicemagazineforwomen.com. Be sure to include the names of the photographer and model. • Submission deadline: May 30, 2014. The winner will be notified by email in June.
Judging: • Judges will include the publisher, editor, staff, and ‘informal board members’ of Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.
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Prize: • Publication of the winning photo on the front cover of the July 2014 issue of Voice Magazine for Women and on the Voice Magazine website. • Full recognition in an accompanying profile or bio in the July 2014 issue and on the website. Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc, owns the rights to the front cover of the magazine and is granted unlimited use of the cover and photo for promotion, publicity, and advertising of the magazine. No monetary compensation for present or future use in accordance with this promotion will be provided.
What do you love about May? “Ummm, probably Mother’s Day but there are so many other things I like about May too... outdoor music festivals begin to kick into high gear, lots of family birthdays in May, cookouts, gorgeous weather, flowers, flip flops...” Pictured above is last year’s photo winner. Photo: by Mark Marquette Model: Susie Walling
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Why Have a Massage? 1. Pain Relief Evidence from research shows that massage provides pain relief. After a few massage sessions, pain disappears or is reduced greatly. Therefore, many athletes and others who experience body pain turn to massage for relief. The wide use of massage for pain management and relief makes this its number 1 health benefit.
2. Decreased Anxiety and Depression Research has shown that massage sessions are very helpful with the main cause of anxiety disorders. Massage sessions also help ameliorate non-clinical depression, which has various physiological and anatomical aspects as well as emotional and mental components. Some studies also show that massage provides relief with insomnia caused by stress. For these numerous reasons, many experts recommend massage therapy for people suffering from anxiety, non-clinical depression, or even stress.
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Massage releases tension in the muscles by stretching, rubbing, and pressing them. When muscles stop being tense, they become very flexible—excess tension prevents the body from being flexible. Being flexible helps to prevent injuries caused by a sedentary lifestyle and to enhance athletic performance.
4. Improved Blood Circulation Improved blood circulation is one of the long-term benefits of massage. Poor blood circulation can lead to many health problems including the pooling of blood in extremities. By creating pressure, massage moves blood from congested areas. Massage provides many benefits like enhanced blood flow, improvement in body function, and decreased blood pressure.
5. Strong Immune System It is well known that people who experience lots of stress tend to get sick more often. When increased stress is combined with poor nutrition and a lack of sleep, the effectiveness of the immune system worsens. Massage increases the overall functioning of the immune system. According to clinical studies, massage improves the activity level of the body’s natural killer cells and reduces the overall number of T cells. Source: listoffive.com
The What and Why of Chiropractic Services
Chiropractors use hands-on spinal manipulation and other alternative treatments, based on the theory that correct alignment of the body's musculoskeletal structure, particularly the spine, enables the body to heal itself without surgery or medication.
1. Manipulation is used to restore mobility to joints that have been restricted by tissue injury from a traumatic event, such as falling, or from repetitive stress, such as sitting without proper back support.
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2. Chiropractic manipulation is used primarily as a pain-relief alternative for muscles, joints, bones, and connective tissue, such as cartilage, ligaments, and tendons. It is sometimes used in conjunction with conventional medical treatment. 3. The initials ‘DC’ identify a chiropractor, whose education typically includes an undergraduate degree plus completion of a four-year program at a chiropractic college. 4. Many chiropractors incorporate nutritional counseling and exercise/rehabilitation into the treatment plan. The goals of chiropractic care include the restoration of function and prevention of injury in addition to pain relief. 5. Research has shown chiropractic care to be helpful in treating neck pain and headaches. In addition, osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia may respond to the moderate pressure used both by chiropractors and practitioners of deep tissue massage.
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The freezing temperatures of the prolonged winter delayed the blooming of many trees. Now that it's finally warming up, trees are expected to bloom at the same time as grasses, causing a dramatic rise in daily pollen counts, allergy experts say. As a result, people who have both tree and grass allergies may be affected twice as severely as usual. In addition, experts say that this year’s heavy precipitation (especially during March) may have suppressed pollen release temporarily in many areas of the country. That same precipitation may also have encouraged the growth of trees and grass, resulting in increased pollen release later in the season. On top of high rain and humidity levels, recent snow melt is contributing to mold growth and worsening allergic reactions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about eight percent of all adults in the United States suffer from seasonal allergies. Symptoms of these allergies include stuffy and runny noses, watery and itchy eyes, sneezing, and wheezing, especially on days with high pollen counts. To help fight an intense allergy season, experts suggest that allergy sufferers change their clothes when they arrive home, so that they don’t introduce pollen from the outdoors. On days with high temperatures and high pollen counts, people with allergies are advised to close windows and turn on air conditioning.
What is an Allergist and Why Should I See One? An allergist is a pediatrician or internist with at least two additional years of specialized fellowship training in allergy and immunology, for a total of at least five years of additional education after the completion of medical school. Allergists are specifically trained to determine the ‘triggers’ of allergic reactions, which can present as asthma, sinus troubles, seasonal allergies, food allergies, and severe allergic reactions. Allergists focus on preventative care, helping patients to retain a quality of life that enables patients to continue activities they enjoy. This is why allergists and immunologists are the best physicians to see for the often-difficult diagnosis, evaluation, and management of allergic diseases and asthma. Local allergists Dr Jan Kazmier, MD, PhD, and Dr Shailee Madhok, MD, of the Regional Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology Center (located in Kingsport and Johnson City, TN) are certified and/or educated by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. In addition, Drs Kazmier and Madhok participate in a rigorous continuing education program to ensure that they provide the most up-to-date, state-of-the-art care for their patients.
Are some people more likely to get sun damage? SIMPLY ESTHETICS
The sun and other sources of UV rays can affect everyone’s skin and eyes. And although people with light skin are much more likely to have sun damage, darkerskinned people—regardless of ethnicity—can be affected, too. Regular skin exams are especially important for people who are at increased risk of skin cancer, including those with reduced immunity, who have had skin cancer before, and those with a strong family history of skin cancer. It’s important to check your own skin routinely, preferably once a month. Try using a hand-held mirror to look at areas that are hard to see, such as the backs of your thighs. A spouse or close friend or family member may be able to help you with these exams, especially of difficult-tocheck are such as your back and scalp. Learn the pattern of moles, blemishes, freckles, and other marks on your skin so that you’ll notice any changes during later exams. Check your face, ears, neck, chest, and belly. Women should lift their breasts to inspect the skin underneath. Be sure to show your doctor any areas that concern you, and ask how often your skin should be examined by a health-care professional. (Source:cancer.org)
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Do I Have Skin Cancer? All of us with fair complexion and a history of frequent sunburns need to be concerned about any new skin growths, especially if it grows rapidly, changes color or bleeds. Basal Cell Cancer is the most common skin cancer and can occur in 20 year olds. On the face it is often pink, raised and shiny. On the shoulders or back it can be red, scaly, itch or tingle, bleed easily or grow. Squamous Cell Skin Cancer usually occurs in older individuals and may be hard, raised, crusty and bleed easily. Melanomas are usually black, dark brown or varied in color, have irregular edges and may occur in pre-existing moles or birthmarks. This type of skin cancer may occur as early as the 20s and is most frequently seen in people with very fair complexion. Melanomas have a tendency to spread if not removed. Most skin cancers are curable by removal; either by freezing, burning or surgical excision with immediate repair or reconstruction. I have been treating this disease for over 33 years with very good results. If you or a family member are concerned about a skin growth, I will advise regarding its diagnosis and treatment, if needed.
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Let stand for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes begin to macerate and release their juice. Place arugula in large bowl and sprinkle in parsley. Spoon out the tomatoes from the dressing and add them to the greens, tossing everything lightly. Add the dressing by the spoonful to taste, until the arugula is lightly dressed. Re-season with salt and pepper.Source: rachaelray.com
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Fads come and go. The same is true of fad diets. Although there are many who say that fad diets are unhealthy and offer no long-term success, fad diets are as popular as ever. Some of this popularity can be attributed to the promise of quick and easy weight loss. Unfortunately, in most cases, any weight lost is short-lived. Let's take a look at fad diets in general and how you can go about recognizing one. All fad diets are not created equal. Some tell you to eat specific foods, whereas others remove certain foods from your diet. With fad diets, weight loss occurs more from losing water and lean muscle than actual body fat.
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Some fad diets can do more harm to the body than good. Those that restrict food choices severely can prevent the body from getting the important nutrients it needs. For example, a high-fat, lowcarbohydrate diet fails to provide vitamins A, E, and B6 and offers insufficient iron, zinc, calcium, and potassium. In addition, this type of diet is high in cholesterol and saturated fat. The best type of diet is one that reduces your caloric intake and encourages physical activity, resulting in the loss of no more than a pound or two each week. Anyone serious about losing weight should consult with his or her doctor to set up a safe and healthy plan.
Regardless of the plan you follow, some things will be the same, including: It is recommended that • Limiting sodium, cholesterol, and saturated intake adults should engage in • Limiting sugar and liquid calories intake moderate aerobic activity for 150 minutes each week or • Eating a variety of foods and watching portion sizes vigorous physical activity for 75 • Being more physically active and exercising regularly minutes each week. Activities that strengthen muscles are recommended to be Fad diets have been around for years and will remain, as performed at least two long as people want a quick and easy fix for their weight days per week. problems. The long-term effects of such diets can be dangerous and should always be considered seriously. • Eating breakfast and avoiding skipping meals
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Bristol State Street Farmers Market May – October 810 State Street Bristol, TN
Johnson County Farmers Market May – October County Courthouse parking Mountain City, TN
Lebanon Farmers Market May – November Market Bldg of Russell County Gov’t Center Lebanon,VA
Blountville Farmers Market April – October 3411 Hwy 126 Blountville, TN
Greeneville Farmers Market January – December Green County Fair Grounds Greeneville,TN
Marion Regional Famers Market May – October Corner of Cherry/ Chestnut Street Marion , VA
Church Hill Farmers Market April – October 410 East Main Blvd. Church Hill, TN
Unicoi Farmers Market May – October 300 Gouge Rd Unicoi, TN
Kingsport Farmers Market April – December Corner of Clinchfield Street/ Center Street Kingsport, TN
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Southwest Virginia Famers Market January – December Off- I-77 Exit 14 497 Famers Market Dr Hillsville, VA
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Orange & Yellow Foods Orange and yellow foods are colored by carotenoids, which get converted into vitamin A in the body. Carotenoids reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer and improve the body’s immune system. Oranges and nectarines qualify as orange and yellow foods, as do sweet corn, sweet potatoes, and some watermelons.
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Green Foods Some people complain about how difficult it is to eat healthy food because of all of the conflicting information on what exactly is good for you.
How much iron do you need? What about antioxidants? How about folic acid? One simple way to consume a variety of nutrients and ensure a balanced diet is to choose your food by color. Different colored foods get their color from different pigments, which arise from different nutritional elements.
The green family is larger than most, and it offers a variety of benefits. Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower may help to protect against cancer. Leafy greens are sources of vitamins B and C and have a high iron content. Some green vegetables including peas, peppers, and celery contain lutein, a chemical that helps maintain eye health.
Blue & Purple Foods Like their yellow counterparts, blue foods contain anthocyanins. Blueberries, figs, plums, and raisins contain powerful antioxidants and may reduce the risk of cancer and stroke.
Red Foods
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Red fruits and vegetables have either lycopene or anthocyanins. Lycopene has been shown to reduce the risk of some cancers, whereas anthocyanins serve as antioxidants that can protect cells from damage. Red foods include apples, grapes, potatoes, raspberries, tomatoes, and watermelon.
White fruits and vegetables get their color from anthoxanthins. Some are good sources of potassium, whereas others may help lower blood pressure and cholesterol. Onions, parsnips, bananas, garlic, and potatoes all are included in the category of white foods.
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May is Older Americans Month Safe Today. Healthy Tomorrow. Older adults have made countless contributions and sacrifices to ensure a better life for future generations. Since 1963, communities across the United States have shown their gratitude by celebrating Older Americans Month each May. This celebration recognizes older Americans for their contributions and demonstrates our nation’s commitment to helping them stay healthy and active.
This year’s theme for Older Americans Month is Safe Today. Healthy Tomorrow. The theme focuses on injury prevention and personal safety to encourage older adults to protect themselves and remain active and independent for as long as possible. Accidents involving this population result in at least 6 million medically treated injuries and more than 30,000 deaths every year. With an emphasis on safety during Older Americans Month, we encourage older adults to learn about the various ways they can avoid the leading causes of injury, like falls. Contact your local Area Agency on Aging office by visiting www.eldercare.gov or by calling 1 (800) 677-1116 to find ongoing opportunities to celebrate and support older Americans.
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Why Redox Signaling Molecules are Critical to your Health By David Luther, Director of The Natural Health Solutions Center, Bristol, TN
Although the science of Redox Signaling Molecules and their critical importance to human health is not yet widely known, it is currently receiving a massive amount of research. Approximately 11,000 research articles related to Redox Signaling are listed on the United States healthcare website www.pubmed.com. These molecules are ions derived from salt that are produced as part of the respiratory process, and they are critical to intercellular communication. Effective Redox Signaling is essential to cellular health because it is the mechanism through which cells communicate their needs to the rest of the body. As we get older, our bodies do not produce enough of these molecules (ions), and the cellular recovery process can be compromised. Given that all health issues start with problems in the body’s cells, a product that dramatically improves cellular health likely would allow most health issues to be addressed by eliminating the root cause of the problems. A process that allows for the stabilized storage of these reactive molecules has only recently been developed. This discovery now allows this critical substance to be utilized through supplementation. This supplement—called ASEA—significantly improves most health issues, as well as Immune Function, Circulation, Weight Management, Sleep, Energy, and Stamina. In fact, based on double-blind testing, athletes that use this supplement can achieve 12% more work (energy). From a natural healthcare standpoint, ASEA is exciting, because it allows us to address health matters such as autism, bowel issues, dementia, shortness of breath, and skin issues for which few nature-based options were available previously. Unlike most pharmaceuticals, this easy-to-drink supplement has no risk of toxicity, because these molecules are native to the body. Remarkably, users can exercise a 90% money-back satisfaction guarantee if they are not satisfied after 3 months’ use. To learn more about ASEA, go to www.AmazingMolecules.com, or call The Natural Health Solutions Center in Bristol at (423) 968-1536.
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By: Dr. Erika Grigg
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he month of May often brings thoughts of warmer weather, flowers, graduations, and weddings. Also during May, we celebrate Mother’s Day and National Women’s Health Week (May 11–17). We all have a role to play in women’s health. This week provides a focal point for recognizing the important women in our lives. It gives us the opportunity to do everything we can to help them take the steps necessary for longer, healthier, happier, and safer lives. We want all women to make their health a priority. Women’s health and well-being often become secondary to the many other responsibilities they assume, such as being the caregivers for their families. Women often put the needs of their spouses, partners, children, and parents ahead of their own welfare. This week is designed to bring a woman’s focus back to herself. It’s not a selfish indulgence for a woman to make her health a top priority—at least for a week. During National Women’s Health Week, women are encouraged to take the following steps to improve their physical and mental health and lower their risks of certain diseases:
Society’s estimates for 2014, just as many women as men will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer. And just as many women as men will die from this largely preventable disease. The lifetime risk of developing colorectal cancer is 1 in 22 for a woman. So make time this month (or sometime this year) to discuss your colon health with your healthcare provider. Too embarrassed to talk with your provider about colon cancer screenings or your symptoms? It’s important to remember you are not alone—you’re not the first person to talk with your doctor about bothersome or concerning complaints. Be upfront with your provider and tell him or her that you are uncomfortable talking about your symptoms—your healthcare professional may be able to help by asking questions that are easier for you to answer. Women are recommended to begin colon cancer screenings once they are 50 years old (45 years of age for African American women). However, if close family members have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer or polyps, earlier screening may be appropriate. There are several different screening modalities for colon cancer, so discussing these options with your physician will enable you to find a test that fits your lifestyle. The ‘gold standard’ for colorectal cancer screening is a colonoscopy. Although this test probably is conjuring up several connotations right now, remember—It Can Save Your Life! A screening colonoscopy both detects and prevents the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Talk with your physician—sooner rather than later!
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• Visit a healthcare professional to receive a regular check-up and age-appropriate preventive screenings • Be physically active
Mother’s Day & Women’s Health Week Rathi Narayan, MD
• Pay attention to mental health, including getting enough sleep and managing stress
As women, it is instilled early to take care of our breast health with mammograms and to take care of our cervix with regular pap smears. However, our colon health frequently is neglected. During this month, as a board-certified gastroenterologist, I want to dispel the myth that colorectal cancer is a man’s disease. According to the American Cancer
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We all have a role to play in the health of the important women in our lives. Encourage the women in your life to have the appropriate age-specific screening tests. At age 50, talk with your physician about colorectal cancer screening. A screening colonoscopy saves lives by detecting and removing polyps before they progress to cancer and by
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