EVERY BUSY WOMAN’S GUIDE TO

health &
wellness
Springtime brings renewal and the following
Health & Wellness recommendations help connect
you with resources for leading a healthy, happy
and rejuvenated life.
- I Will Reflect…page 5-7
- Health Checkup…page 10
- Heart Health…page 17-18

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Strawberries:
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Whitener
Strawberries have gentle
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coffee or tobacco stains from
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teeth. Crush a few strawberries
and rub the pulp onto your
teeth. Not only does it taste
good, it helps whiten your teeth!
Lemon Eraser
No matter how carefully you
apply self-tanners, streaks and
stripes are bound to occur. Look
no further than your kitchen for
the remedy. The citric acid in
lemon juice acts as a natural skin
lightener and exfoliant. Wipe
down problem areas with a half
of a lemon or a juice-soaked
cotton ball to slough off overly
tanned skin cells.
Natural Aspirin
To keep your diet high in natural
salicylates (the main ingredient
in aspirin that helps prevent
heart attacks), eat more oranges,
raspberries, apricots and cherries.
For additional salicylates, try
seasoning foods with cinnamon,
curry, cayenne and thyme.
bath & body products
Stella Nova Salon Spa & Esthetique
Esthetique & Make-Up Studio
Make-Up Lessons & Applications. Wide Selection of
fragrances, make-up, bath & body, men’s grooming
& skincare from around the world.
Flagship location.
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tel 843.722.9797 or 800.577.NOVA
email: customercare@stella-nova.com
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chiropractors
LIFEWORKS Chiropractic
Justin Fisher, DC
4 Windermere Boulevard, South Windermere Shopping Center,
West Ashley, 29407
tel 843.573.LIFE (5433)
email: info@lifeworkschiropractic.com
www.imchiro.com/~lifework
coaching, counseling & psychotherapy
COACHING
Crystal-Barkley Corporation
Originators of Life/Work Planning
Solid strategy for real results — and real satisfaction in life!
tel 843.727.7990
email: crystalbarkley@careerlife.com
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COUNSELING
Center for Women
Individual counseling and support groups for women.
Fees based on sliding scale. Call for appointment
or more information.
129 Cannon Street, Downtown, 29403
tel 843.763.7333
www.c4women.org
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betty buzz: SKIN CANCER AWARENESS
The ABCDEs of Melanoma
You should check your skin regularly for spots on your body – moles, freckles, age spots, etc. If you notice changes, check
your ABCDE’s for signs of trouble. Always see a dermatologist when you have any changes, questions or concerns!

A – Asymmetry B – Border C – Color D – Diameter E – Evolving

One half of the mole The border of the Varies, ranging in Melanomas are Over time, the
is unlike the other mole is either shades of: tan, usually > 6mm, but mole or skin lesion
half. They look like irregular in shape and brown and black; when they’re first changes in size,
two different moles is scalloped or poorly sometimes even diagnosed they can shape or color.
merged together. defined. white, red or blue. be smaller.

Self Examination Checklist

Keep notes on each area or create your own mole map. If you have a hereditary risk or sun damage, be sure to see a doctor
annually for a check up.
• Entire front & back of torso; left & right sides • Torso under your arms
• Forearms, arms front & back; under arm area • Palms & tops of hands
• Legs front & back; between legs; buttocks • Soles & tops of feet; between toes
• Back of neck; along hairline • Scalp

Source: American Academy of Dermatology, www.aad.org

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“I Will Ref lect” is a national melanoma skin care initiative that The Spa at Charleston Place
and MUSC have partnered on to raise awareness, educate and help prevent melanoma. Meet the
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Sister of June Wallace; Director of Finance & Administration at MUSC

June Wallace’s fair skin and red hair required that she protect herself when going out in the sun, so she
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stayed in the shade and wore her sunscreen. As a nurse at Roper and an active, single mother of a
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5-year-old son, the eraser-size spot on her inner leg bothered her. The spot had no sun exposure and her
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dermatologist wasn’t concerned, but because it irritated her, she insisted on removing it, and, routinely,
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had it sent for testing. Two weeks later, the 31 year old discovered that she had Stage 3 Melanoma.

After aggressive surgery, June was cancer-free, but six years later, just before her 38th birthday in December 2003, she felt a lump in the
same general area. A biopsy revealed that the cancer had returned and had spread to her liver, lungs, spleen, spine and throat. In May
2004, June lost her courageous battle.

June’s sister, Julie Parrish dutifully educates friends and strangers alike about skin cancer prevention and education. The mission is a
family matter, to honor June and because of the hereditary component of the disease. Early detection in June’s mother and father led to
successful treatment of melanoma. Julie, who’s chances of developing skin cancer increased by 50% when her sister was diagnosed, sees
her dermatologist annually and had digital mole mapping done to account for every spot and freckle from head to toe. “You have to take
control of your own health and your own destiny,” says Julie, “it is so important to be conscious and proactive.”

Dana C. Mitchell
Real Estate Management; Improv Comedian; Survivor

A routine doctors appointment in December 2005 was the perfect opportunity to ask the doctor about
the bump that had appeared on 26-year-old Dana Mitchell’s hip. The doctor removed and tested it, and
everything was fine, so in February, when another bump appeared on his right knee, he wasn’t worried. At
a follow up appointment in March, he showed the doctor the bump but was assured that it was probably the
same thing and was counseled to see a dermatologist if it changed in appearance. “I had sold myself on the
thought that ‘it was fine,’” explains Dana, “and in doing so, had lost a bit of focus on terms of watching it.”

By early-June, in the late evening, the spot would start to hurt, and occasionally it would bleed if lightly scratched, but never once did Dana
consider that it might be dangerous. While on vacation in California in July, a friend asked about it and recommended he get it taken off
soon. So, when he returned home, he made an appointment to see a dermatologist for purely cosmetic reasons. The removal took 5
minutes, while the results changed his life: it was melanoma, it was deep and it was serious.

Together with a very supportive family, Dana made a plan of action. The following morning he had a wide biopsy and a lymph node
dissection. “Three days later, with my entire extended family gathered in Greenville and going crazy with worry, we got the call letting
us know that it was really bad,” Dana explains. The cancer was found in 3 of 4 lymph nodes and he was diagnosed at Stage 3b. “Amid
everyone freaking out – I was scared, but I was really calm,” explains Dana. “It sounds cliché and is hard to explain but I felt a sense of
comfort and peace and felt so lucky to be surrounded by people who loved me. I wasn’t afraid.”

Dana was given a 50/50 chance of survival, and after the removal of the remaining lymph nodes on his right side, began a 12-month
course of the relatively new Interferon Alpha treatment, an immunotherapy drug that increased his odds by 5 – 10%. Almost 4 years
later, Dana is happily living cancer-free. He gets PET scans twice a year and annual check ups with a dermatologist to compare his skin
to a digital mole map he had done. Dana gives a lot of credit to support, access to health care, and faith and optimism in carrying him
through this experience. He implores others to pay attention to any new spots on your skin or spots that have changed in appearance and
to not hesitate in making an appointment with a dermatologist. “Sometimes it takes just 30 minutes of your life to save it.”
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Susan Parsons, MEd, LPC,
Certified Rubenfeld Synergist
Over 30 years experience guiding ALL women holistically
through life’s challenges. Specializing in end of life issues,
pain management, grief & loss; pre-marital, marriage & divorce;
infidelity issues & blended families; adolescents;
catastrophic illness, menopause & life transitions.
I work frequently with gay, lesbian, transgendered & bi-sexual
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94 Vincent Drive, Mt. Pleasant, 29464
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PSYCHOTHERAPY
The LifeGuidance Center
Founded by Psychotherapist Judy Heath
Welcoming individuals, couples and families for appointments
with our exceptional Counselors, Therapists, Psychiatrist,
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The Life Guidance Center, 3030 Ashley Town Center Drive
(Located near Costco), Charleston, 29414
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Dr. James H. Sexton, Jr. & Dr. Jared L. Slovan
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Angi Klick
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She had first hand knowledge of how
important it was to be diligent about taking
care of her skin, as her mother, father and
sister all had had cancerous cells removed
from their faces. Her job and hobby keep
her outdoors often, and in the back of her
mind, she knew that skin cancer might be
an issue for her. This knowledge led her to
take note of a small, brown spot on her left
cheek that appeared in 2009.
The spot turned out to be basal cell
carcinoma and her doctor removed it. “I
did another triathlon soon thereafter, and
it came back,” says Angi. “I knew that I
should be checking regularly, but until I saw
that spot, I didn’t understand how important
it was.” Now, Angi regularly visits her
doctor and is very conscious of applying
sunscreen. In fact, one recent day when
she forgot to apply her broad spectrum
sunscreen before an 8-mile run over the
Connector, she was so mindful about the
omission, that she could smell the sunscreen
on every runner that she passed.
Angi has worked hard to find a sunscreen
that works for her sensitive skin and stands
up to the heat, water and sweat that comes
with being an active athlete. But she
knows that prevention is key: “Don’t wait
until you have a problem, take care of
yourself before you have an issue.”
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The American Heart Association

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, but it can largely be
prevented. Join the Go Red Movement to receive a free red
dress pin and life-saving information. Take the Heart CheckUp
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Health Screenings www.goredforwomen.org
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Blood Pressure: once a year

Lowcountry Affiliate of
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Breast: clinical breast exam

Susan G. Komen for the Cure®
at least every 3 years;
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The Susan G. Komen for the Cure promise: to save lives and
monthly self-exam
end breast cancer by empowering people, ensuring quality
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Cholesterol: at least
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care for all and energizing science to find the cures.

once every 5 years
Tie One On, an Evening of Impact, fundraiser will be held on
Dental: every 6 months
Pap Test and Pelvic
Examination: annually
Skin: skin cancer examination
every year; check your own
skin once a month
Race for the Cure is Saturday, October 16, 2010, and
Thursday, April 22, 2010, at the Daniel Island Club.
For breast health information please call
tel 843.556.8011 or Race for the Cure® office 843.556.3343
or visit us at www.komenlowcountry.org
massage therapy

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Bone Density Exam: annually
for adults 50 or older
Breast: mammograms
recommended every other
year for women ages 40 - 50,
and annually after that
Diabetes: every 3 years
beginning at 45 years;
earlier if you are at risk
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Colorectal Cancer: suggested for
all adults 50 years or older;
FOBT (fecal occult blood
test) every year; flexible
sigmoidoscopy every 5 years;
total colon examination by
colonoscopy every 10 years or
double-contrast barium enema
every 5 - 10 years; person at
higher. risk should start at
a younger age
Eye Exam: annually
Hearing: annually for adults
65 and older
Jessica Ann Smith, LMBT
Through Choice ~ Change Happens!
Deep-Tissue, Therapeutic & Pre-natal Massage Therapist.
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The Spa at Charleston Place
The Spa at Charleston Place, named “Best City Hotel Spa”
in North America by readers of Travel + Leisure magazine, is a
services, including skin care, massage therapy, pedicures,
healthy spa cuisine, and many more delights.
Located on the 4th floor of Charleston Place Hotel in the heart of
downtown Charleston, 205 Meeting Street, Downtown, 29401
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Don’t be afraid to look for outside support.
Call 877-GO-KOMEN for local support groups
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Know your doctors! Ask questions; get answers!

– Sue Young; Survivor

Do a self-exam every time you shave.

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Become a volunteer! It makes a big difference.

– Sheila; Survivor

Collected at the Every Busy

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Busy women often forget to take time for themselves, but scheduling regular checkups
with your doctors can add years to your life. Get your calendar out and make these
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Dental
Vision
woman

The American Dental Association recommends that adults

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, most and children have a dental check up and cleaning every
people should receive a complete eye exam every two years.
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six months. Patients with gum disease should visit the

People who wear glasses, have diabetes or are over the age of dentist every 3 months.
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Breast Exams
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Hearing Women should perform breast self-exams

The risk for hearing loss dramatically increas- monthly beginning at age 20. After age 40,
es after age 50. If you are worried about women should have mammograms done
your hearing, talk to your doctor or nurse annually. These exams check for any cancer-
and they can schedule a hearing test. ous lumps. Early detection improves the
chances of diagnosing and treating cancer
successfully. Women with a family history
may need to have exams done at an earlier
Heart age and more frequently. For more informa-
Cholesterol tests assess the risk for coronary tion on breast cancer and how to perform
heart and/or artery disease. Women should self-exams, visit www.breastcancer.org.
begin getting a cholesterol check up every
5 years at the age of 45. Women
between the ages of 20 and 45 who
have other risk factors for heart
disease should also get their choles-
terol tested. These factors include tobacco use,
diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history
of heart disease. To find out what the numbers
mean, and learn how to lower them, check out
the Cholesterol Center at www.webmd.com.

Pap Test Colonoscopy

This procedure allows the doctor to look inside
A Pap test consists of a pelvic examination and a check for
your large intestine in order to detect any abnor-
cervical cancer. All women over the age of 18 and/or who
mal growths, ulcers or cancers. A colonoscopy
have been or are sexually active should have a pap test done
should be performed at the age of 50 and should
every year. But, new guidelines issued by the American Cancer
be done every 5 – 10 years thereafter. According
Society suggest that women over the age of 30 who
to the Center for Disease Control, colorectal cancer
have had three normal Pap tests in a row, may
is the second leading cancer killer in the US, but
get screened every 2 – 3 years, unless
with regular screening tests, one-third of those
they have other risk factors.
deaths could be avoided. For more information,
visit www.cdc.gov/screenforlife.
Dermatologist
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends annual screenings for skin cancer. Pay attention to any changes in size, shape,
color or texture of a mole or sore, you need to visit a dermatologist immediately to have it checked. Can’t remember to make a regular
appointment? Go to www.aad.org/professionals/SkinCancerScreenings/skincancerreminder.htm and sign up for a free email reminder!
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Charleston Eyeworx
Cosmetic & Reconstructive Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon
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plastic surgeons

Anne L. Edwards, MD, PC

Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery
Plastic Surgery from a Woman’s Point of View.
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Licensed Professional Counselor,
MEd in Clinical Counseling,
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Sandpiper Retirement Community

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A Premier Senior Living Community

Situated in the heart of Mount Pleasant, minutes from the
beach and historic downtown Charleston, we’ve served the
Lowcountry for over 25 years. We are a continuum of care
community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living,
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individualized programs: social, recreational, cultural and
spiritual activities including day trips, events, gardening, and
other life enrichment activities. We welcome the opportunity
to meet with you and assist you in making the right choice
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The Life Guidance Center

Bring your problems and challenging circumstances to
the caring professionals at this unique, warm and welcoming
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betty buzz: go red for women heart checkup

Take this chart with you to your next check-up and f ill in your personal numbers for
each health category. You can take your numbers and log onto the American Heart
Association’s Web site to learn how to lower your risk of heart disease and stroke:
www.americanheart.org/goredheartcheckup.
FACTOR MY NUMBERS GOAL
Total Cholesterol ____________________________ Less Than 200
LDL (“Bad”) Cholesterol ____________________________ Less than 100
HDL (“Good”) Cholesterol ____________________________ 50 or higher
Triglycerides ____________________________ Less than 150
Blood Pressure ____________________________ Less than 120/80
Blood Sugar Level ____________________________ Less than 100
Height/ Weight ____________________________
Waist Measurement ____________________________ Less than 35 inches