Staying - MultiCare
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Staying - MultiCare
2010 FA L L A MultiCare publication multicare.org Staying healthy 10 PAGE with a chronic illness Allenmore Hospital ~ Good Samaritan Hospital ~ Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Center ~ Tacoma General Hospital ~ MultiCare Clinics spotlight What’s inside 6 Have diabetes questions? Find out about the lifestyle changes that come with a diabetes diagnosis. 9 Gluten-free birthdays If your child has celiac disease, he or she can still have a birthday to remember. 10 Chronic illness Five MultiCare experts share tips about living the best life with a chronic condition. 12 MS and you Learn about the common symptoms of multiple sclerosis and the steps toward its diagnosis. MultiCare Health System is a leading-edge, integrated health organization made up of four hospitals, numerous primary care and urgent care clinics, multispecialty centers, Hospice and Home Health services, and many other services. A not-for-profi t organization based in Tacoma since 1882, MultiCare has grown over the years in response to community needs. Today we are the area’s largest provider of health care services, serving patients at 93 locations in Pierce, South King, Kitsap and Thurston counties. Learn more at multicare.org. HEALTHY LIVING is published as a community service for the friends and patients of MultiCare Health System, P.O. Box 5299, Tacoma, WA 98415-0299. 800.342.9919, multicare.org. For comments or suggestions about HEALTHY LIVING, please write to us at [email protected]. Information in HEALTHY LIVING comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specifi c content that may affect your health, please contact your health care provider. Copyright © 2010 Coffey Communications, Inc. CUN25582c 2 • Healthy Living A message from the CEO Who among us enjoys perfect health? As much as we may desire to reach this state, the fact is that during our lifetimes, most of us will need to manage a chronic condition or perhaps help loved ones cope with theirs. That’s why this issue of Healthy Living focuses on some of the most common chronic illnesses facing adults and children. From our experts, you’ll find practical tips on living with diabetes, heart failure and multiple sclerosis, along with the latest information for helping children with autism. Nutrition, exercise, medication management and social support are common themes no matter what health issues you may be experiencing. In addition, we’ve listed a wealth of resources, such as support groups, classes and screenings, available for individuals and families throughout Pierce and South King counties. Many of these services are provided free of charge; others are covered by insurance. I encourage you to browse the listings to see if something is right for you or a family member. These services are all part of MultiCare’s commitment to provide a full range of prevention and education services that help you manage your health care needs. Ultimately our goal is to help improve the quality of life for everyone we serve. We can all use some extra support when it comes to leading healthier lives, and we hope you will call on us as a resource to help you achieve your health care goals. Diane Cecchettini, RN President and CEO MultiCare Health System MultiCare news spotlight MultiCare Breast Health Services receives perfect review for fi fth year MultiCare’s breast health centers received their fi fth consecutive perfect review from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Mammography Quality Standards Act and Program. The FDA found that MultiCare Auburn Health Center, MultiCare Covington Clinic and MultiCare Gig Harbor Medical Park meet all national guidelines for mammography. The annual review is part of a nationwide program to ensure that all women can access high-quality mammography to detect breast cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages. Coming this fall: The CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System The CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System will be available at MultiCare Regional Cancer Center’s Tacoma General Hospital location in October. The CyberKnife offers new hope to patients who have inoperable or surgically complex tumors or who may be looking for a nonsurgical option. A noninvasive alternative to surgery, it can be used to treat both cancerous and noncancerous tumors anywhere in the body, including the prostate, lung, brain, spine, liver, pancreas and kidney. The system is widely recognized as the premier system in radiosurgery, capable of delivering high doses of radiation to tumors with extreme accuracy. For more information about MultiCare’s cancer care services, visit multicare.org/cancer. Connect with us online Stay with us multicare.org Like our page facebook.com/multicarehealth system Keep in touch with CarePages CarePages are free, private, personalized web pages that allow you to stay in touch with family and friends before, during and after hospitalization. Patients and families at any MultiCare hospital—Allenmore, Good Samaritan, Mary Bridge Children’s and Tacoma General— can create and update a web page with their latest news to share Follow us twitter.com/multicarehealth with friends and family and receive messages of support. CarePages websites let you: • Update your loved ones all at the same time without Subscribe to health multicare.org/health-newsletter Go mobile m.multicare.org repeated phone calls or e-mails. The Healthy Living Blog: Join the conversation The Healthy Living Blog offers expanded features and information re- • Create web pages that are not open to the general public. lated to the printed version, interactive • Send comments and compliments to caregivers. features related to health and wellness, • Share photos, contact information, visiting hours and other and the opportunity to provide feed- information on your schedule. CarePages provide a free, convenient way for you to keep loved ones updated and for them to provide emotional support. Visit multicare.org/carepages to create a CarePages website. back with comments on every entry. Visit hlmagazine.wordpress. com to be a part of the Healthy Living online community. multicare.org • 3 MultiCare news Help make Good Samaritan great The Campaign for MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is raising funds to provide medical technology and environment-of-care enhancements to make Good Samaritan great! With $7.5 million committed toward the $10 million goal, we now invite you to learn about the patient care tower project and pledge your support to the Campaign for Good Samaritan Hospital. Call the Good Samaritan Foundation offi ce at 253.697.5090 to reserve your spot at an upcoming briefing. The briefing will offer an in-depth look at the new patient care tower and details about opportunities for you to be a part of rebuilding your health care experience. We honor gifts of all sizes and look forward to sharing the opportunities with you. You can also visit our newly designed website at goodsamfoundation.org for more information about the campaign and to make an online gift. MultiCare Regional Cancer Center now at Good Samaritan Hospital East Pierce County residents undergoing cancer treatment deserve the best choices for care. MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital’s cancer care services are currently housed in the Dr. Richard C. Ostenson Cancer Center, which has been the home for outpatient oncology care in East Pierce County since the facility was built in 2005. Now MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is partnering with the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center to provide an array of expanded services. The MultiCare Regional Cancer Center at Good Samaritan will offer an expanded care team, including oncologists, social workers, nutritionists and nurse navigators, to effectively assist oncology patients during their treatment. The partnership also provides access to the added expertise of the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance and its many clinical trials for East Pierce County residents. To learn more about MultiCare’s cancer care services, visit multicare.org/cancer. Tacoma Trauma Trust celebrates 10-year anniversary The Tacoma Trauma Trust celebrated 10 years of providing level II trauma care for the South Sound on June 21. A community collaboration overseen by the Trauma Trust board of directors and operating board, the Tacoma Trauma Trust is a partnership among MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center and Madigan Army Medical Center—the only partnership of its kind in Washington. MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital and St. Joseph Medical Center rotate the location for the trauma service daily. Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord is also an essential partner in this relationship, providing trauma services for the southern part of the county. Emergency medical service providers complete this finely honed system of trauma care, forming a safety net for the critically injured. 4 • Healthy Living MultiCare news Research Institute to unite MultiCare’s research efforts For more than 25 years, MultiCare Health System has been involved with research and continues to participate in research trials through a variety of channels, including federally funded studies, industry-sponsored trials and investigator-initiated trials, along with trials done in conjunction with the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. The new MultiCare Health System Research Institute will gather all of MultiCare’s research efforts into a single program under a unifi ed structure. For more information, visit multicare.org/multicare-research-institute. MULTICARE GOOD SAMARITAN New docs on the block Jeffrey D. Bastar, CNIM Neuromonitor technology Northwest Neurodiagnostics, Inc. Ashraf M. Elsayegh, MD Pulmonary diseases CompHealth Arthur Knodel, MD Pulmonary diseases and critical care MultiCare Medical Associates Richard Landrigan, MD Urology CompHealth Edward J. LeDoux, MD Pulmonary diseases and critical care MultiCare Medical Associates New health care services coming to Bonney Lake MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital, in partnership with community physicians and Cogdell Spencer Erdman, a national integrated health care facilities company, plans to increase health care services offered in Bonney Lake with the construction of a new medical offi ce building. The new three-story, 58,500-square-foot building will be located near the intersection of South Prairie Road East and Highway 410. Good Samaritan Hospital will serve as the anchor tenant, offering many services, including orthopedics, physical therapy, obstetrics/gynecology, internal medicine, oncology, and a laboratory and pharmacy. Physician group partners will include Sound Family Medicine, Sound Family Medicine Same-Day Clinic, Woodcreek Healthcare, Cascade Eye & Skin Center, Foot & Ankle Specialists of Bonney Lake, and Diagnostic Imaging Northwest. The new facility will open in summer 2011. Babith Mankidy, MD Pulmonary diseases and critical care MultiCare Medical Associates Podiatry services now at MultiCare Margaret C. McKee, MD Pulmonary diseases and critical care CompHealth John H. Rowlands, MD Pulmonary diseases MultiCare Medical Associates Vamshi R. Thandra, MD Internal medicine and hospitalist Sound Physicians Scott Runde, DPM Sara WaversveldDonato, DPM MultiCare Health System has expanded its specialty care with a new practice, MultiCare Podiatry Specialists, which has offices in both Tacoma and Gig Harbor. MultiCare Podiatry Specialists includes podiatrists Scott Runde, DPM, and Sara WaversveldDonato, DPM, who will offer patients surgical and nonsurgical treatments for a full range of foot- and ankle-related issues. To contact MultiCare Podiatry Specialists, please call 253.403.7002 (Tacoma offi ce) or 253.530.8000 (Gig Harbor offi ce). multicare.org • 5 health check Diabetes: Your questions answered eACh DAY, More than 4,000 Americans learn they have diabetes. it can be startling news. “They each want to know how this diagnosis will change their life,” says ronald J. graf, MD, FAACe, an endocrinologist with MultiCare endocrinology specialists – Tacoma. That leads to questions—about diet, medications, the risk for complications and more. These questions are often most fully addressed in diabetes education classes. But a few frequently asked questions are briefly answered here. Why is exercise important? diabetes will eventually require insulin treatexercise can lower blood sugar levels and ment to help control elevated blood glucose help with insulin resistance, which occurs with levels,” Dr. graf says. type 2 diabetes—the type often related to obesity. insulin resistance means the body has Will I be able to avoid diabetes complications? a hard time using the insulin it makes. Most people who follow their “exercise can overcome health care team’s advice can much of that insulin have relatively healthy resistance, as well lives. says Dr. graf: as burn some of “living with diabetes the calories we usually means makconsume in our ing some lifestyle diet and store changes and some in our fat,” sacrifices. But Dr. graf says. Will I have to give up sweets? these changes are That can lead A healthful diet is crucial. it’s low in usually for the to weight loss, saturated fats and trans fats. And it contains which in turn better and can lead balanced portions of proteins and carbohy- may lead to less to a healthier and drates, including sugars. insulin resislonger life.” “it’s the carbohy- tance. it may also drates that have improve high blood the major efpressure and abnormal fect on one’s cholesterol levels, which blood sugar often occur in people with diabetes. level, but even simple Will I need to take medication? People with type 1 diabetes must take sugars and insulin. People with type 2 diabetes often sweets are can control their disease with proper diet allowed and exercise. With time, though, they may in limited need one or more medications. amounts,” “Frequently, even those with type 2 Dr. graf says. MultiCare offers support to people with diabetes MultiCare’s chronic disease management program is currently focused on working with patients who are managing diabetes. We offer a number of support services as part of their ongoing care, including: 6 • Healthy Living • Phone calls to patients to schedule followup appointments • Completing lab work and other tests before appointments so patients get results sooner • Group visits that offer patients the chance to interact with others managing diabetes • Free “Living Well With Chronic Conditions” workshops For more information about MultiCare’s chronic disease management program, call 253.830.3309. heart health HEALTH TIP: Heart failure can’t be cured, but it can be managed with careful monitoring of diet, lifestyle habits and medication. Heart failure Learning the facts When A CAr engine fails, that usually means it stops running. so when a heart fails, does it stop too? Actually, no. “Many people misunderstand heart failure because of the name,” says kathy ueland, rn, heart Failure educator in MultiCare health system’s heart Program. “it can be very misleading to hear the term without having further explanation.” That’s why clarifying the details of heart failure often starts with clearing up the misunderstandings. What heart failure is not heart failure isn’t: A stopped heart. it doesn’t mean your heart is no longer beating. What actually happens is that either your heart becomes weak and can’t pump enough blood to meet your body’s needs, or your heart stiffens and is unable to relax to fill with enough blood. in both cases the heart keeps going, but not at the rate that it should. This means your body is robbed of the nutrients and oxygen it needs to function properly, which can lead to problems with your brain, kidneys and lungs. An acute event. “People oftentimes think heart failure is an isolated incident, such as a heart attack,” ueland says. But heart failure is not a single event; it’s a chronic disease like diabetes. it comes on slowly—in stages—and it lasts for life. it results from diseases that damage the heart, such as coronary artery disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. As the disease begins, there may be no symptoms. But in later stages you begin to have shortness of breath, fatigue and/or swelling in your limbs. A death sentence. heart failure is a very serious condition. While it can lead to an early death if it’s left untreated, healthy choices can help people with heart failure live well. “it can be managed with diet, lifestyle changes and medication,” ueland says. ueland advises her patients to eat a lowsodium diet, lower their blood pressure, monitor their weight daily, stay active, take medications as instructed and visit the doctor regularly. Are you at risk for heart disease? Take our online assessment at multicare.org/ heart-disease-risk to learn more about the risks for heart disease. MultiCare’s Heart Failure Clinic The Heart Failure Clinic at MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital offers testing, education and support for those with heart failure or those who are deemed at risk. Services include: • Medication counseling • Diet and exercise education • A fi ve-week educational support group for patients and their family members For more information, call 253.403.4590. multicare.org multicare.org • 7 children’s health Living with autism AuTisM, knoWn oFFiCiAllY as autism spectrum disorder, can range from mild to severe. “each child is very different,” says Dawn heino, an occupational therapist at the Children’s Therapy unit (CTu) at MultiCare good samaritan hospital. “it’s one diagnosis, but it’s really many things.” no matter where a child’s autism falls on the spectrum, there are several important things for their families to know. Early intervention is key There are a variety of therapeutic approaches for autism. experts agree that the earlier this therapeutic intervention begins, the better. “it is so critical to have the earliest intervention possible—on all fronts possible,” says Amy Prezbindowski, PhD, a psychologist with CTu. “All elements of a child’s life are important,” she says, including relatives, other caretakers and the child’s school. But this intervention doesn’t all have to be in the form of structured therapy sessions, heino says. “it doesn’t have to be just ‘therapy time,’” she says. “it could be dinnertime, working on socialization, sharing or taking turns.” 8 • Healthy Living Caring for your other children it’s very easy for parents of a child with autism to give most of their attention to that child. But it’s important to give other children in the family some of their time too. “Find some special time for the other children,” says heino, whether it’s reading together every evening or taking them to the park once a week. Both Dr. Prezbindowski and heino encourage families to educate other children about autism and, if it’s something that interests them and that they are willing to do, get them actively involved with their sibling’s therapy. getting your nonautistic children involved in a group designed for siblings of children with autism, such as CTu’s sibshop group, can also be helpful and provide them with a chance to interact with other kids who can relate to the situation. Finding support it’s just as important for parents to remember to take care of themselves. one important piece of this is remaining active and involved with friends and the community. “Most people do better when they’re not in social isolation,” Dr. Prezbindowski says. “My first step is hooking parents up with networks of other parents with special needs. even online support can be helpful.” heino also advises parents that seeing a counselor or psychologist can be a great help to them. An unpredictable future The most common question Dr. Prezbindowski and heino hear from parents of children with autism is, What will my child be like when he or she grows up? it’s an understandable question, they say, but one that they simply can’t answer. like the disorder itself, how well children with autism do once they grow up and are in the world varies. The good news is, the outlook today is much more positive than it was not too long ago. “Twenty-plus years ago there was not much hope that kids with autism could make much progress,” heino says. “now the possibility of positive outcomes is much improved.” Where kids come first Learn more about the Children’sTherapy Unit at MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital at multicare.org/ctu. The MultiCare Mary Bridge Pediatric Neurosciences Center also offers services for children with autism. Call 253.403.4437, ext. 0, to learn more. celiac disease A gluten-free birthday There’s nothing like a decorated cake bright with candles to make a kid feel special on his or her birthday. But what if your child has celiac disease? Are they doomed to cake-free birthday celebrations forever? People with celiac disease have an immune reaction to gluten, a protein found in cake, bread, pasta, cookies and many other foods containing wheat, barley or rye. This reaction can cause some pretty unpleasant symptoms in both adults and children, like abdominal bloating and pain, chronic diarrhea or constipation, and excess gas. More seriously, celiac disease damages the small intestine so it can no longer absorb certain nutrients. This can lead to vitamin deficiencies that eventually cause other illnesses, as well as stunted growth in children. Shifting to gluten-free While there is no cure for celiac disease, it can be managed well through diet changes. So your child’s diagnosis of celiac disease means making some permanent changes in the foods your child— and perhaps your whole family—eats. “One of the biggest challenges parents have once their child’s been diagnosed with celiac disease is making the decision whether the whole family should go gluten-free at home,” says Judy Tuider, a clinical dietitian with the MultiCare Mary Bridge Gastroenterology and Nutrition Clinic. Tuider advises families to use mostly naturally gluten-free foods, such as meat, cheese, most yogurts, eggs, peanut butter, milk, rice, potatoes, corn tortillas and corn chips. This helps avoid depending too much on gluten-free products, which can be pricey. Recipes for great birthdays The good news, though, is that when you do need a gluten-free product—like a birthday cake mix—it’s easier than ever to find one. Betty Crocker, for example, now offers a line of gluten-free baking mixes that are available at many major grocery stores (bettycrocker.com/products/gluten-free-baking-mixes). For doit-from-scratch types, a search on “gluten-free” at recipe websites, such as allrecipes.com, yields a long list of recipe choices. When it comes to a special occasion such as a child’s birthday, it’s nice to know that a gluten-free lifestyle is no barrier to making your child’s memories happy ones. Kids with celiac disease? You’re not alone. Reaching out to others can be one of the best ways to get support and learn how to manage your child’s celiac disease. Connect with the MultiCare Pediatric Celiac Disease Support Group on Facebook. Visit facebook.com and search for “South Sound Celiac Disease Support Group.” multicare.org • 9 Living with chronic illness Our doctors share their tips oFTen The one comforting thing about illness is knowing that it’s only temporary. With time and the right treatment, you’ll be feeling better soon. But each day, many people are diagnosed with chronic illnesses, such as heart failure and diabetes. These diseases can’t be cured and are likely to remain with you for life. Qudsia Khan, MD (right) Internal medicine MultiCare Puyallup Clinic Her advice: Educate yourself. “Most of the time, patients feel a loss of control once they are diagnosed with a chronic medical condition,” Dr. khan says. More fully understanding your disease can help you regain a sense of empowerment. often, the more informed you are, the more comfortable you become at dealing with your disease. Your doctor, support groups and national organizations, such as the American heart Association, can be good sources of information. Just be careful not to overload yourself with details. And, if you look for information online, ask your doctor which sites are trustworthy. 10 • Healthy Living living with chronic illness isn’t easy. But in many cases, it’s manageable. With the right support—and the right attitude—you can lead a happy, relatively healthy life. specific recommendations for living with chronic illnesses vary by disease. But much of the advice doctors give their patients applies to anyone with an ongoing health problem. here several MultiCare physicians share key tips. Thomas Frazer, MD Family medicine MultiCare Allenmore Medical Campus Scott Runde, DPM (right) Podiatry MultiCare Podiatry Specialists – Gig Harbor, Tacoma His advice: Maintain an ongoing relationship with your doctor. His advice: Be proactive in caring for yourself. “The biggest mistake that patients make is avoiding routine follow-up exams and only coming in when there’s a crisis,” Dr. Frazer says. “There is much value in a functional doctor-patient relationship.” regular visits allow your doctor to monitor your condition, change your treatment when necessary and provide additional education. They also allow you to stay up-to-date with new developments in your disease and to receive preventive care. Among the many patients a podiatrist treats are people with peripheral vascular disease and diabetes. Both conditions can lead to lower leg amputations. Failing to seek treatment for a small issue when you’re at risk for larger complications can be detrimental, according to Dr. runde. For example, people with diabetes who have one leg amputation are at risk of also losing their other leg because of increased pressure and stress on that limb. however, that may be avoided by seeking treatment at the first sign of a problem. “risk factors for more serious diseases can be managed considerably,” Dr. runde says. But you have to be proactive. Support for people with chronic conditions ‘Living Well With Chronic Conditions’ MultiCare offers numerous programs and services to help support people managing chronic conditions. Some of our programs and services include: • Chronic disease management program—call 253.830.3309. • Free multiple sclerosis clinical social work services for anyone in the community with multiple sclerosis (see page 12 for more)—call 253.403.1052. • Heart Failure Clinic (see page 7 for more)—call 253.403.4590. • Diabetes services—call 253.403.3131 (pediatric), 253.403.1726, 253.372.7010 or 253.770.2300 (adult). • Epilepsy management—call 253.403.3131 (pediatric), 253.403.0344 (adult). Visit multicare.org to view all the services offered throughout our health system. This free six-week workshop, offered through MultiCare’s chronic disease management program, was developed at Stanford University and helps patients with chronic diseases learn self-management skills. Topics covered include eating well, managing medications, setting goals, working with your health care team and more. Call 253.830.3309 for a workshop schedule and to register. Ronald J. Graf, MD Endocrinology, internal medicine MultiCare Endocrinology Specialists – Tacoma His advice: Don’t expect perfection. in his years treating diabetes, Dr. graf has seen many people become depressed because of the burdens of the disease. But he reminds them, “lifestyle changes do not need to be perfect.” Your blood sugar levels don’t always have to be spot-on. There’s room for occasional sugars and sweets as long as they aren’t regular fixtures in your diet. it may even be possible to take a break from monitoring your blood sugar for a day or two if your doctor says it’s ok. That break may ease the discomfort in your fingers and your mind. And both can be important. living with diabetes— or any chronic condition—can be like running a marathon, Dr. graf says. “Just keep heading in the right direction, and eventually, you will get to the finish line.” Mark Mariani, MD (right) Sports medicine MultiCare Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Gig Harbor and Tacoma His advice: Find a medication regimen that works for you. often people with chronic illness take many medications. learning how to take that medication correctly and in a way that’s most beneficial to you is crucial. Dr. Mariani, for example, frequently sees people with osteoarthritis. Typically, they don’t take medications such as acetaminophen until their pain is severe. “Try taking the medication before the pain occurs and on a schedule,” he recommends. But ask your doctor first. “it is always important to work with your physician when taking medications for a prolonged period of time,” Dr. Mariani says. multicare.org • 11 neuroscience Is it MS? You’ve been experiencing numbness in your leg and problems with your vision. You feel tired all the time and are frequently dizzy. Could you have MS? MS stands for multiple sclerosis. It is an autoimmune disease, meaning that the body’s immune system attacks healthy cells in the body—in this case the white matter of the central nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves. This causes inflammation and eventually damage. Fatigue, dizziness, vision problems and numbness are all symptoms of MS, as are chronic aching pain, bladder control issues and tremors, among others. And, as you may have heard, MS is more common the farther you live from the equator. But wait. Not so fast. Those symptoms could mean MS—or they could be caused by a number of other illnesses or health issues. How MS works “It’s quite different from other diseases,” says John Huddlestone, MD, a neuroimmunologist with MultiCare Neuroscience Center of Washington and Medical Director of MultiCare’s Multiple Sclerosis Center. “There is no specific biologic test for MS. There is no specific combination of symptoms. A lot of conditions can mimic MS.” Generally speaking, MS is diagnosed when a patient meets certain criteria, which include two or more attacks against the body’s white matter without any other cause. But without a clear set of symptoms or a specific test to give, diagnosing MS is often a multistep process of ruling out other causes. “Not everybody gets an answer with the first evaluation,” Dr. Huddlestone says. The good news is people with MS have much brighter futures than they would have had just a couple of decades ago. There is no known cure for the disease, and there were no medications available 12 • Healthy Living to treat MS until 1995. But today the majority of patients with MS, who have what is known as relapsing-remitting MS, can successfully manage their illness with medicine and lead normal, healthy lives overall. “Most relapsing-remitting patients can find medication that suppresses their disease,” Dr. Huddlestone says. “Most people only need that kind of intervention.” The first step toward finding out if you have MS: See your doctor. While MS diagnoses are usually decided by a neurologist, your primary care provider can evaluate your symptoms and help you decide if you need to see a specialist. MultiCare MS Center: A resource for the community MultiCare’s Multiple Sclerosis Center offers a host of resources for people with multiple sclerosis (MS), as well as their families. Most of these services are free of charge and are available to everyone in the community. The center’s MS clinical social worker: • Meets with and helps people who are newly diagnosed with MS or newly dealing with their MS diagnosis • Provides emotional support • Offers resources, education, communication, and coping skillbuilding and training • Provides crisis intervention counseling and referrals • Assists with transportation issues, paperwork and more The center also participates in or coordinates community seminars, talks and groups. For more information about the support services available at MultiCare’s Multiple Sclerosis Center, call 253.403.1052. joint health Arthritis: A quiz ArThriTis AFFeCTs More than 46 million Americans. see how much you know about the disease by taking this quiz. Get moving TRUE OR FALSE 1. Joint pain is a hallmark symptom of arthritis. T F 2. There’s more than one type of arthritis. T F 3. Arthritis affects only older adults. T F 4. Being overweight increases your risk for arthritis. T F 5. It’s best to avoid exercise when you have arthritis. T F 6. Joint replacement is usually a treatment of last resort. T F 1 True. “The typical symptom of arthritis is achy pain that progresses with activity,” says James J. Wyman, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with MultiCare orthopedics & sports Medicine, sunrise and gig harbor. “very often, there’s associated swelling of the affected joint. And on occasion, there’s also sharp, biting pain with motion and use of the joint.” True. There are many types of arthritis, with osteoarthritis being the most common. if you suspect you have arthritis, seeing a doctor for a precise diagnosis is important. “This ensures the right studies are performed and a good treatment and management program is put into place to maximize comfort and function,” says Mark Mariani, MD, of MultiCare orthopedics & sports Medicine, gig harbor and Tacoma. False. More than half of the people with arthritis are younger than age 65. “if you have arthritis that runs in your family, you may tend to develop the disease at a younger age,” Dr. Wyman says. injury or trauma can also place joints 2 3 Learn more about exercising with arthritis by visiting multicare.org/ arthritis-exercise. under undue stress and lead to arthritis at a relatively young age. even children can be affected by some forms of arthritis. True. “There’s little doubt that excess weight contributes to the degeneration of patients’ joints,” Dr. Wyman says. it can speed up the loss of cartilage and the development of osteoarthritis. False. “Any exercise is always better than no exercise,” Dr. Mariani says. “however, there are more preferred forms, which typically are those that put the least amount of strain on the joints.” examples include swimming, water aerobics and stationary biking. Talk with your doctor to learn what’s best for you. True. “in general, total joint replacement should be considered when pain cannot be controlled by other measures and the individual can no longer engage in an active lifestyle,” Dr. Mariani says. First-line treatments may include medication and physical therapy. exercise, injections, heat and assistive devices may be helpful as well. 4 5 6 multicare.org • 13 sma r t Take control Education and support for managing your health and safety October to January for a healthy life Unless otherwise noted, visit multicare.org/class or call 800.342.9919 for information or to register. QuitSmartTM Heart Healthy Eating Class Designed to take you through the first year of quitting tobacco. Fee: $25 (includes workbook). Saturday, Oct. 23, 9am to 1pm, MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital Call 800.342.9919 to register. For more information on quitting tobacco, call 800.QUIT.NOW (800.784.8669) or visit quitline.com. Aquatic Therapy Rehabilitation A variety of education programs and individual appointments available. Program costs may be covered by your insurance plan. Doctor referral needed. 253.459.6999 Insulin Pump Instruction individual education. Cost covered by most insurance plans. Doctor referral needed. • Tacoma, Gig Harbor 253.403.1726 • South King County 253.372.7010 • East Pierce County 253.770.2300 Biggest Winner Series This 12-week program includes before-andafter health assessments, individual sessions with a MultiCare registered dietitian and YMCA health and wellness coach, nutrition and fi tness classes, a 12-week exercise program at the YMCA, and a lot of encouragement along the way. Books and materials will be provided, and prizes will be awarded to the biggest winners. Upcoming series will feature discounted pricing: • Current Pierce County YMCA members: Normally $380; discounted price: $299 • Non-Pierce County YMCA members: Normally $470; discounted price: $389 Visit piercecountygetsfi t.org for upcoming sessions and registration deadlines. 14 • Healthy Living free Third Wednesday of the month, 2:30 to 3:30pm, Dr. Richard C. Ostenson Cancer Center, Puyallup Call 253.697.4899 for more information and to register. Medically monitored exercise therapy and lifestyle education about risk-factor reduction, medications, nutrition and stress reduction for patients who have had a heart attack, cardiac bypass surgery, angioplasty/stents, heart valve surgery or angina. Doctor referral needed. • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital 253.403.1058 • MultiCare Gig Harbor Medical Park 253.403.1058 • MultiCare South Hill Clinic 253.697.8141 free Designed for those who have faced cancer. Appropriate for beginning participants. 253.403.2551 Staying Safe: First Aid understand standard first aid and adult CPr. Certification requires written and skills exams. 253.474.0600 • Tacoma, Gig Harbor 253.403.1726 • South King County 253.372.7010 • East Pierce County 253.770.2300 Cardiac Health & Rehabilitation Program Monthly nutrition class offered for before, during and after cancer. Yoga for Cancer Survivors MultiCare South Hill Clinic Fee: $30/person; $45/couple 253.697.8141 Diabetes Education MultiCare rehabilitation specialists. The Power of Nutrition free Perfect for anyone with a personal or family history of heart disease or high cholesterol. learn how fats, cholesterol, carbohydrates and salt affect heart health, plus how to look out for your heart at the grocery store and in restaurants. Cancer Fitness—Taming Treatment With Exercise Customized exercise designed for cancer survivors during treatment and beyond. Tuesdays, Cancer Resource Center, Puyallup 253.697.4899 Pulmonary Rehabilitation Classes for adults with chronic lung conditions. Cost may be covered by insurance. Allenmore Hospital 253.459.6623 Check your health Screenings to help you stay healthy MultiCare Mobile Health Services health screenings and immunizations for adults and children. 253.697.4010 multicare.org/mobile-health-services Heart Check Screening for Men and Women Breast Health everything you need for breast health: mammography, ultrasound, stereotactic biopsy, clinical breast exams and education. • MultiCare Auburn Clinic 253.876.8190 • MultiCare Covington Clinic 253.372.7240 • MultiCare Gig Harbor Medical Park (screening only) 253.530.8083 • Carol Milgard Breast Center inTacoma 253.759.2622 • Diagnostic Imaging Northwest – Puyallup Imaging Center 253.841.4353 • Diagnostic Imaging Northwest – Sunrise Imaging Center 253.841.4353 • Diagnostic Imaging Northwest – Bonney Lake Imaging Center 253.841.4353 Save the date: Girls Night Out Bring your friends for some girl time! The evening’s events will include sample treatments and products as well as delicious hors d’oeuvres. Date: Thursday, Nov. 18 Time: 5:30 to 8:30pm Location: Healthy Refl ections Medical & Day Spa, MultiCare Gig Harbor Medical Park Fee: $30 RSVP to 800.342.9919. A personalized consultation, a risk assessment and basic lab tests. Fee: Starts at $55 MultiCareTacoma General Hospital, MultiCare Gig Harbor Medical Park 253.403.1726 Bone Density Screening Weight Management Comprehensive DexA screening for osteoporosis. • MultiCare Auburn Clinic 253.876.8190 • MultiCare Covington Clinic 253.372.7240 • MultiCare Gig Harbor Medical Park 253.530.8083 • Carol Milgard Breast Center inTacoma 253.759.2622 • Diagnostic Imaging Northwest – Puyallup Imaging Center 253.841.4353 • Diagnostic Imaging Northwest – Sunrise Imaging Center 253.841.4353 • Diagnostic Imaging Northwest – Bonney Lake Imaging Center 253.841.4353 • Body Composition Testing Check your body fat percentage and lean mass percentage, and set a goal for your weight. Fee: $20 • Resting Metabolic Rate Screening get the exact measurements you need to successfully lose weight. The comprehensive target calorie report will show you how to eat the maximum amount of food and still lose weight. Fee: $50 • Nutrition Counseling nutrition counseling sessions offered by MultiCare dietitians, tailored to meet your individual needs. Fee: $30/30 minutes $150 for six 30-minute sessions • Gig Harbor 253.530.8974 • Puyallup 253.403.7897 or michele.schaper@ multicare.org • Tacoma 253.403.1503 Get a handle on your health free What can you do to improve your chances of a healthy life now and in the future? MultiCare clinics and the Auburn Valley YMCA invite you to explore the possibilities at these informative seminars. Advance registration is required. Date/time: Wednesday, Oct. 27, 5:30 to 7pm Location: Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road SW, Auburn Topic: Women’s health Speaker: Laura Sporl, MD, obstetrics/gynecology, MultiCare Women’s Center – Northshore Call 800.342.9919 or visit multicare.org for information or to register. Family health and safety Classes and resources to help keep your kids safe and healthy Custom-Fit Helmets Bring in your helmet and have our trained staff custom fit it. Wearer must be present. • Kent (sales), Tacoma (fi ttings only, by appointment) 253.403.1234 multicare.org/childhoodsafety • Puyallup: MultiCare Celebrate Seniority Office, 1401 E. Main (sales and fi ttings) 253.697.7385 Call for prices and times. PowerCook: A Month of Healthy Meals Children’s Asthma Education free education for children with asthma and their families. Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Center 253.403.3131 Life Jacket Loans free Free life jacket loaners available year-round. loaned for up to one week. limited quantities. Wearer must be present. Kent, Tacoma 253.403.1234 multicare.org/childhoodsafety This three-hour class trains first-time fathers to become knowledgeable, confident dads. Taught by experienced fathers, who bring their own babies, this class teaches participants about feeding a baby, changing diapers and supporting mom. Fee: $25; preregistration is required. Call 253.697.5300 for more information. For children 0 to 18 years old in southwest Washington. Available at various locations. 253.403.1767 or 800.552.1419, ext. 1767 multicare.org/marybridge/ mobile-immunization-clinic 16 • Healthy Living Fee: $35; $25 for YMCA members and MultiCare employees • Wednesday, Oct. 20, 6 to 9pm, Puyallup • Wednesday, Nov. 17, 6 to 9pm, Gig Harbor Visit piercecountygetsfi t.org for more information. Car Seat Inspections Boot Camp for New Dads at Good Samaritan Mary Bridge Mobile Immunization Clinic looking for a way to save time and make healthy family meals on a budget? learn to PowerCook! Fix and freeze 30 nutritious meals and sample a few finished products. Class taught by a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator from MultiCare health system. free Car seat inspections and phone consultations by certifi ed technicians. Call for schedules at each location. For more information, call 253.403.1234 or visit multicare.org/ childhoodsafety. Locations: Kent, Puyallup, Tacoma free Kids Cooking and Nutrition Class Focusing on basic cooking and nutrition concepts for upper elementary and middle school-age children. sample healthy snacks, prepare a meal, play games and earn prizes. Thursday, Oct. 21, 4:30 to 6:30pm Fee: $25 Location: MultiCare Covington Clinic, Classroom 2 E-mail [email protected]. Children’s Diabetes Education and Clinic individual education for children newly diagnosed with diabetes and their families. By appointment for those who need further education or review. Classes, camps and support groups also available. Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Center 253.403.3131 Your healthy pregnancy Bates Technical College, in cooperation with Tacoma General Hospital’s Family Birth Center, offers a variety of childbirth and related classes. All childbirth classes include text and breastfeeding introductory classes. All Tacoma General classes also include a birth center tour, with the exception of the one-day basics class. For Peninsula families, one-day Child Birth Basics classes are now conveniently available at MultiCare Gig Harbor Medical Park. To register, visit bates.ctc.edu/ registration or call 253.680.7500. Childbirth Preparation Class options include a six-week weeknight series, two-day immersion class, one-day basics class, or personalized private class. Fee: $85-250/couple Childbirth Preparation for Siblings Children ages 3 through 10 who are about to become big brothers or sisters will love this! The class includes interactive activities and help in setting realistic expectations. Fee: $33/family Newborn Basics Important information for new parents about baby care and safety. Mommy and Me Tea A free gathering with a parent/child specialist for moms and babies up to 6 months old. Tour the Parent Resource Center and take home a project. No registration needed. Date: Thursdays, Nov. 4 and Dec. 2 Time: 1 to 2pm Location: Bates South Campus Fee: $42/couple Tacoma Mom & Baby Support Group Free and informal. Meet with other new moms and babies on Wednesday mornings for weight checks and breastfeeding support. Call 800.TG.BIRTH (800.842.4784) for information. Prepared Childbirth at Good Samaritan Five-week sessions as well as some weekend and one-day sessions for first-time parents-to-be. Fee: $85 or medical coupon; $75 for one-day class 253.697.5300 Kangaroo Kapers at Good Samaritan This class is for children ages 3 through 7 who are about to become big brothers or sisters. The 90-minute class provides nonmedical, nontechnical information about childbirth. Fee: $15/family 253.697.5300 Our healthy community Programs and activities to help build a healthier community Covington Coalition for a Healthy Community Become a volunteer for CHC and help make a difference in the health of your community. Monthly meetings. Call 253.372.7245 Tuesday through Thursday or e-mail pamela.kramer@ multicare.org for more information. Location: MultiCare Covington Clinic MultiCare Center for Healthy Living Education and programs for community members and corporations. We promote health and wellness with exercise, nutrition, weight loss, life balance and tobacco cessation. This community resource is made possible by generous gifts donated through the MultiCare Health Foundation. 253.403.1519 Sports Nutrition Counseling • Sport-specific nutrition counseling: $30/half hour • Body fat testing using the Bod Pod: $20 • Resting metabolic rate testing: $50 • Body fat, resting metabolic rate testing and 30 minutes of counseling: $90 Call 253.459.6999 for an appointment. Healthy@Work Boost productivity and reduce absenteeism with this work-site wellness program. Program offerings include health screenings, health education programs and classes, all taught on-site for both large and small companies. 253.403.7895 Tobacco-Free Alliance of Pierce County Community coalition working together to reduce tobacco use. Day/time: First Friday of each month, 9 to 11am Location: MultiCare Allenmore Hospital, Tacoma Contact [email protected] or 253.798.3492 for more information. ForYouth Development For Healthy Living For Social Responsibility Stay healthy The YMCA is unveiling a new brand strategy to increase understanding of the impact our organization has on the community so that more people take advantage of the Y’s unique capacity to foster lasting personal and social change. The Y is about changing lives for the better. We view participation in our programs and services as a means to a greater end. Therefore, through our rebranding effort, we want to help our communities learn more about our work so we can help them learn and grow. By simplifying how we describe our programs, we hope it will be apparent that everything we do is designed to nurture the potential of children and teens (Youth Development), improve health and well-being (Healthy Living), and motivate people to support their neighbors and the larger community (Social Responsibility). MultiCare Celebrate seniority is a membership program for people 55+. This senior membership program consists of people like you who are interested in maintaining good health and vitality throughout life, regardless of age. This program provides access to health education, information, discounts, socializing and volunteer opportunities. Resources to help adults stay active Celebrate Seniority Call 253.697.7385 for more information. Engage Beyond the School Day Experience YMCA Child Care at your school this fall! You can relax knowing that with us your kids are getting their daily dose of fun, homework assistance, character development, cultural enrichment and fi tness right at your child’s elementary school at a price every family can afford. Financial assistance is available. Department of Social and Health Services families welcome. Learn more at ymcapkc.org/ childcare or by calling 253.534.7840. Adult Day Health Autumn at the Y Register now for YMCA fall programs. Activities vary by location. Membership is not required for all programs. Visit ymcapkc.org, or check out the location nearest you: • Gig Harbor Family YMCA: 253.853.9622 • Mel Korum Family YMCA: 253.841.9622 (Puyallup) • Morgan Family YMCA: 253.564.9622 (Pearl Street, Tacoma) • Lakewood Family YMCA: 253.584.9622 • Tacoma Center YMCA: 253.597.6444 (Downtown Tacoma) • Bremerton Family YMCA: 360.377.3741 Promoting independence for older (and disabled younger) adults in Tacoma. Home Health Resources Comprehensive in-home services provide nursing, therapy, social work and aide care to help people manage their illness and recovery at home. 253.301.6400 or 888.516.4504 253.459.7222 Enhance Fitness An ongoing senior exercise class offered by the MultiCare Celebrate seniority program designed to improve strength, flexibility and balance, as well as improve your cardiorespiratory system. Call 253.697.7389 for more information. Help yourself be healthy MultiCare Center for Healthy Living’s latest offering is the “Do Something Healthy” lecture series, quarterly presentations taught by experts in health, wellness, fi tness and nutrition. Be sure to attend this fall’s lecture: Healthy Holiday Cooking 101 Learn the essentials of healthy holiday cooking while enjoying a food demonstration and sampling healthy holiday recipes. Classes taught by a MultiCare registered dietitian. 18 • Healthy Living Date: Tuesday, Nov. 2 Time: 5pm (doors open), 6pm (program begins) Location: Jackson Hall, Tacoma Fee: $5 Visit piercecountygetsfi t.org for more information. Get support Discoveries Support Group Groups and services to give you the support you need Alzheimer’s Support Group A support group for people who are caring for a loved one with dementia. Third Tuesday of each month, 5 to 6:30pm, Good Samaritan Behavioral Health, 325 E. Pioneer Ave., Puyallup 253.697.8400 Hospice Bereavement Services education groups and ongoing support groups are available to help the newly bereaved. Call 253.301.6400 or 888.516.4504 for information. Lymphedema Networking Group Facilitated by Julie venn, lMP, MlD/CDT. Second Thursday of each month, 7pm, Dr. Richard C. Ostenson Cancer Center at Good Samaritan 253.697.4899 Covington Women’s Cancer Support Group Living With Grief Through the Holidays Sunday, Nov. 14, 3 to 5pm University Place Presbyterian Church Call 253.301.6400 for more information or to RSVP. Light Up a Life Memorial Celebration Sunday, Dec. 5, 3 to 5pm Rogers High School Performing Arts Center, Puyallup Call 253.301.6400 for more information or to RSVP. Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer Support Group Facilitated by trained volunteers who have recovered from prostate cancer. First Wednesday of each month, 7 to 9pm, Good Samaritan Hospital (Call for room location.) Call Weldon Plett at 253.691.2267. East Pierce Mom and Baby Support Group separate one-hour sessions for newborns to 6-month-olds and for 6- to 12-month-olds. 253.697.5300 For women who are presently battling cancer or are survivors. Facilitated by shelly Donaldson, rn, Bsn, and Pat rannow. Second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, 7 to 8:30pm 253.372.7293 For families with children 4 to 18 years old who are coping with a family member’s serious illness. Concurrent groups for parents and children. Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Center 253.272.8266 Parkinson’s Support Group For people who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and their support partners. Third Thursday of each month, 1:30 to 3pm, Puyallup United Methodist Church, 1919 W. Pioneer Ave. 253.697.8400 BRIDGES: A Center for Grieving Children grief support groups for children 4 to 18 years old who have experienced the loss of a parent or sibling. Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Center 253.272.8266 Cancer Care Support at Good Samaritan Tacoma Prostate Cancer Support Group A wide range of cancer support services. For the newly diagnosed as well as those with recurring disease. Family members, friends and medical professionals are welcome. 253.697.4899 Food Allergy and Asthma Support Group shares knowledge, ideas and expertise with families dealing with a child’s allergies, food allergies and asthma. 253.403.3131 Second Thursday and fourth Tuesday of each month, 6pm, University Place Presbyterian Church, 8101 27th St. W., University Place www.tpcsg.info Give the gift of hope Mark your calendars for the 24th annual Festival of Trees, Dec. 2 to 5. This year’s Mary Bridge Festival of Trees, “Give the Gift of Hope,” promises to be yet another spectacular series of community events that continues the tradition of raising money to support the lifesaving efforts of MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Center. Kick off your holiday season with one of the many festive events taking place in our forest of decorated trees. Events open to the public include a Ladies Night Out, Thursday, Dec. 2, from 6 to 9pm; Kids Day, Saturday, Dec. 4, from 10am to 3pm; and public viewing Sunday, Dec. 5, from 11am to 4pm. For more information, visit marybridge.org/fot or call 253.403.3095. Or follow the Mary Bridge Festival of Trees on Facebook at facebook. com/marybridgefot. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Caregiver Support Group support group for people with ChF and their families. open to anyone in the community who is providing physical or emotional care or financial assistance to an older or disabled person. Please call for class availability. 253.403.4590 Puyallup Cancer Support Group For patients, caregivers, adult family members and friends. First Thursday of each month, 1 to 3pm, Dr. Richard C. Ostenson Cancer Center at Good Samaritan 253.697.4899 Second Monday of each month, 1:30 to 3pm, Good Samaritan Behavioral Health, 325 E. Pioneer Ave., Puyallup 253.697.8400 MultiCare Health System P.O. Box 5299 Tacoma, WA 98415-0299 Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID MultiCare Health System Happy gluten-free birthday! See page 9. Changing season, changing skin care The turning leaves, shorter days and crispness in the air all signal the start of a new fall season. Don’t let the change in weather put a damper on your skin. Let the skilled medical estheticians at Healthy Reflections Medical & Day Spa help you revamp your skin care routine so you look beautiful and radiant every season. FALL SPECIALS • Receive 20 percent off your skin care products when you purchase a package of any skin rejuvenating treatments (chemical peel, microdermabrasion or laser sessions). Note: Products and package must be purchased together. • Come visit the spa to update your makeup for fall! Learn tips and tricks from our professional estheticians to enhance your natural beauty with Iredale Mineral Cosmetics. Receive a 20 percent discount on your Iredale Mineral Cosmetics purchase when you spend $75 or more. Specials are in effect through Dec. 31, 2010, and may not be redeemed with any other discounts or offers. MultiCare Gig Harbor Medical Park 4545 Pt. Fosdick Drive NW 253.530.8005 MultiCare Covington Clinic 17700 SE 272nd Street 253.372.7008 healthyreflections.org Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/HealthyReflections.
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