SUMMER 2014 September: Hand Hygiene Month Healthy Summer Recipes Inside! Ask a Doc: July is Exercise Success Month Become a “Fan” of Health Central Hospital Stay Safe In and Around the Water Drowning is Preventable! Keeping children safe is a priority both inside and outside. Whether children are swimming at a home pool or in natural bodies of water, with friends or with family, water safety is always key. Did you know that every day, an estimated two children (ages 14 and under) lose their lives to drowning? Drowning is the third leading cause of all deaths for children ages 1 to 4. Drowning is preventable. Use these parent prevention tips to ensure your child’s safety in and around the water. • L earn to swim. Swimming lessons, even among toddlers and young children, can help protect them from drowning. • L earn CPR. CPR can help you save a child’s life. Learn CPR and get recertified every two years. • Use the buddy system. Always swim with a buddy. Look for swimming sites that have lifeguards on duty whenever possible. • Do not use air‐filled or foam toys as safety devices. Do not use toys, such as “water wings,” “noodles,” or inner‐ tubes, instead of life jackets (or personal flotation devices). While these toys are fun, they are not designed to keep swimmers safe. • Supervise your children. Supervise young children at all times around bathtubs, swimming pools, and natural bodies of water. When supervising kids near water, avoid distracting activities such as playing cards, reading books, or talking on the phone, and always stay close enough to reach out and touch young children. • Don’t drink alcohol. Avoid alcohol before or during swimming, boating, or water skiing. Do not drink alcohol while supervising children. If you have a pool at home: • Install four‐sided fencing. Install a four‐sided pool fence, at least 4 feet high, that separates the house and play area from the pool area. Use self‐closing and self‐latching gates that open outward with latches that are out of the reach of children. • Clear the pool deck of toys. Immediately remove floats, balls and other toys from the pool and surrounding area after use. These toys may encourage children to enter the pool area unsupervised and potentially fall into the pool. Around natural bodies of water: • Wear life jackets. Even if they know how to swim, make sure kids wear life jackets in and around natural bodies of water. Use U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets when boating, regardless of travel distance, boat size, or boater’s swimming ability. • Before swimming or boating, know the local weather conditions and forecast. Avoid swimming and or boating whenever there are strong winds and thunder or lightning. Watch for dangerous waves and signs of rip currents (for example, water that is discolored and choppy, foamy, or filled with debris and moving away from shore). If you are caught in a rip current, swim parallel to shore; once free, swim diagonally away from the current toward the shore. Source: CDC.gov (2014) HEALTHY YOU | 3 ASK A DOC JULY IS… Exercise Success Month By Suvy Kuriakose, MD By setting realistic goals, you can build up a routine that you can feel comfortable with. Not long ago, I overheard a gentleman talking with friends over a cup of coffee. “I went to see my doctor and she recommended an exercise program,” said the gentleman with a chuckle. “Where am I going to find the time to exercise? I can’t!” His friends nodded in agreement. Exercise is a common conversation topic in my office; one I often discuss with my patients. Each one has the best intentions to commit to a lifestyle that better addresses important concerns such as heart health and diabetes. But when I mention exercise, many people automatically think they don’t have the time or persistence to succeed. They often say, “I can’t.” They believe that they are caught in a rut of physical inactivity. I’m here to say: yes you can! Incorporating physical activity into a healthier lifestyle is easy and can take just a few minutes a day. When watching your weight, more physical activity increases the number of calories your body uses for energy. Combined with reducing the number of calories you eat, exercise actually creates a calorie deficit and reduces risks of cardiovascular disease and diabetes beyond that produced by weight loss alone. A few minutes of physical activity a day can help you: • Maintain weight • Reduce high blood pressure • Reduce risk for type 2 diabetes, heart attack, stroke, and some cancers • Reduce arthritis pain and associated disability • And more Making it Work for Your Long Term Health Dr. Suvy Kuriakose practices family medicine at Maguire Family Medicine in Ocoee, Florida. She graduated from the University of Debrecen, Health and Science Center in Hungary and completed her residency in Family Medicine via North Shore –L IJ at Southside Hospital in Bayshore, New York. Dr. Kuriakose is Board Certified in family medicine and has been practicing for over six years, specializing in primary and preventative care, women’s health, occupational medicine and subacute rehabilitation. Her office can be reached at 407.877.1990. The goal is to get “long and lean,” which is beneficial for the heart. Try an elliptical machine, treadmill, or just outdoor walking or swimming. These are non impact activities that provide great cardiovascular benefits. Starting out your first week, it’s okay to do 10 minutes a day. Each week, try to increase your workout by five extra minutes until you reach 40 minutes a day, five times a week, as recommended by the American Heart Association. By setting realistic goals, you can build up a routine that you can feel comfortable with. Complement your workouts with fruits, vegetables and low fat dairy products that fuel your body. You will feel good and see the benefits of this small, but powerful, lifestyle change. Of course, talk with your doctor before starting any new workouts if you have certain health conditions. 4 | SUMMER 2014 HEALTHY YOU | 5 AUGUST is Immunization Month Summer is here and before you know it, the new school year will be around the corner. Besides shopping for the annual bounty of school clothes and supplies, many parents have another pressing matter to consider: immunizations. While we all grew up with our share of immunizations, it is easy to forget which one your child may need at any given time and why. To stay informed, it is beneficial to keep a dialog going with your child’s doctor and to keep updated information resources on hand. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. By doing so, you can keep your child on track and eliminate the hassles associated with tracking and managing immunizations. 3) After the Immunization Visit 4) Where can I locate existing immunization records? Sometimes a child will have a fever or a sore leg or arm (where the shot was given) after an immunization visit. You can give your child a non-aspirin pain reliever to reduce any pain or fever that might follow vaccinations. Giving the child plenty of fluids to drink can also help reduce a fever. A cool, wet washcloth over the sore area can help relieve pain. Children’s records A severe allergic reaction to a vaccine is very unlikely, but if one were to occur, be ready to respond to it. • I f an allergic reaction occurs, it will usually happen within a few minutes to a few hours after the vaccination. • S igns of a severe allergic reaction can include difficulty breathing, dizziness, swelling of the throat, hives, fast heartbeat, hoarseness or wheezing. • I f your baby shows these signs, seek medical assistance immediately. • B e ready to tell the doctor when the reaction occurred, what vaccinations were given, and when. • Sometimes schools hold the vaccination records of children who attended, but these records are generally not kept for more than a year or two or, at the longest, until graduation. • Review family records such as a baby book. • Check with your child’s physician. College student records • Many colleges provide vaccinations (often, certain vaccinations are required for enrollment). Contact your child’s college’s medical services department (student health) for further information. To learn more, as well as to find immunization schedules relevant to your child’s specific age group, visit the CDC at www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules. Vaccination requirements can vary by state. 2014 Immunization Schedules: Immunization topics you can discuss with your doctor include the following: 1) Why Immunize? Birth 12-15 Months 11-12 Years Certain diseases have become rare due to vaccinations. Hep B Hib, MMR, PCV, VAR HPV, Tdap, Meningococcal, PCV13 1-2 Months 12-23 Months Hep B Hep A: Given as two shots, It is true; some diseases (like polio and diphtheria) have become rare in the United States. Of course, they have become rare largely because we have been vaccinating against them. However, immunizations play a significant role in the prevention, reduction and near elimination of certain disease occurrences. 6 | SUMMER 2014 • Call your local or state health department’s immunization program. 2 Months RV, DTaP, Hib, PCV, IPV 2 Months to 15 Months Meningococcal for high-risk groups. 2) During the Immunization Visit 4 Months Your provider should give you a Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) for each vaccine your child receives. VISs contain useful information about the vaccine, including its risks and benefits. If you would like to review these VISs before the office visit, you can find them online at www.cdc.gov/vaccines/ pubs/vis/default.htm. There is a VIS for each vaccine, and many of them are available in languages other than English. RV, DTaP, Hib, PCV, IPV 6-18 Months Hep B. DTaP, IPV, PCV and RV at 6 months. Influenza is recommended every year for children over 6 months of age. 6 months apart. 15-18 Months DTaP 4-6 Years DTaP, IPV, MMR, VAR, Influenza. (high-risk groups), PPSV23 (high-risk groups), IPV (catch-up), MMR (catchup), VAR (catch-up), Hep A (catch up and high-risk groups), Influenza. 13-18 Years Tdap, HPV (catch-up), PCV13 (at-risk groups), PPSV23 (at-risk groups), IPV (under 18 or catch-up), MMR (catchup), VAR (catch-up), Hep A (catch-up 7-10 Years and high-risk groups), Meningococcal Hep B (catch-up), Tdap (catch-up), (booster or catch-up), Influenza. MMR (catch-up), PCV13 (high-risk groups), PPSV23 (high-risk groups), IPV (catch-up), MMR (catch-up), VAR (catch-up), Hep A (high-risk groups), Meningococcal (high-risk groups), Influenza. Source: CDC.gov. (2014) HEALTHY YOU | 7 SEPTEMBER is Hand Hygiene Month Practicing good hand hygiene saves lives Hand Hygiene is the Best Way to Prevent the Spread of Infections When you should practice hand hygiene: •Before preparing or eating food. •Before touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. •Before and after changing wound dressings or bandages. •After using the restroom. After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. After touching hospital surfaces such as bed rails, bedside tables, doorknobs, remote controls, or the phone. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that hand hygiene is one of the most important ways to prevent the spread of infections, including the common cold, flu, and even hard-to-treat infections, such as methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA. Follow these guidelines to make sure you and your loved ones are practicing the best hand hygiene possible. How to Wash Your Hands With soap and water: • Wet your hands with warm water. • Use liquid soap if possible. • Apply a nickel or quarter sized amount of soap to your hands. • Rub your hands together until soap forms a lather and then rub all over the top of your hands, in between your fingers and the area around and under the fingernails. • Continue rubbing your hands for 15 seconds. Need a timer? Imagine singing the “Happy Birthday” song twice. • Rinse your hands well under running water. • Dry your hands using a paper towel if possible. Then use your paper towel to turn off the faucet and to open the door if needed. With an alcohol based hand rub: • F ollow directions on the bottle for how much of the product to use. • Rub hands together and then rub product all over the top of your hands, in between your fingers and the area around and under the fingernails. 8 | • • • • Continue rubbing until your hands are dry. If enough rub was used to kill germs, it should take at least 15 seconds of rubbing before your hands feel dry. You should not rinse your hands with water or dry them with a towel. Which product should you use? Use soap and water: • When your hands look dirty. • After you use the bathroom. • Before you eat or prepare food. Use an alcohol-based hand rub: • When your hands do not look dirty. • If soap and water are not available. It only takes 15 seconds to protect yourself and others. Source: CDC.gov. (2014) SUMMER 2014 HEALTHY YOU | 9 Healthy Summer Recipes Cool Tips for Summertime Grilling Shaila Philip, MS, RD, LD, Health Central Hospital’s Clinical Nutrition Manager and registered dietitian, holds a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and a master’s degree in Home Economics and Education. She has been with Health Central Hospital for nearly 25 years. Cool Tips for Summertime Grilling For us Floridians, the summer heat will rarely keep us from firing up the grill. But we need to take extra steps to stay cool while outdoors as temperatures begin to soar high. We have compiled a list of five tips to ensure you remain safe while grilling in extreme heat. 1) Stay hydrated. Your greatest risk when spending extended periods of time out in the hot summer sun is dehydration. Keep plenty of water on hand during your next grill-out and, most importantly, use it. Sports drinks are also great as they help replace sodium and other important electrolytes that are lost due to sweat. When the temperature outside is rising, your first instinct might be to reach for an ice-cold beer. Alcohol, however, will promote dehydration. GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD 2) Stay shaded. When setting up your grill site, consider • 2/3 cup white sugar cooking under the cooling shade of a tree or, better yet, invest in a fire retardant pop-up canopy that can be positioned over your grill regardless of whether you are grilling in the backyard, at the park, or the beach. • 3/4 cup vegetable oil 3) Bring the right tools. The extreme heat outside, along with the heat coming off the grill, can increase the risk of dehydration and possible sun stroke. While standard kitchen tongs and spatulas may do the job on most days, investing in versions that are 16-inches long or more will keep you further from the direct grill heat. Equally, the handles of your grill cover are likely to be significantly hotter than they normally would be, so consider putting on a heat resistant glove before reaching for that handle. 4) Plan your menu accordingly. When preparing your menu, consider dishes that can be cooked ahead of time. Seasonal vegetables can be grilled earlier in the day, tossed with some olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and served cold, while corn on the cob can be grilled in the husk until the husk is nicely charred, set aside, and then thrown back onto a covered grill just before serving. Also consider grilling some fresh fruit to serve as a cold side dish or served on top of grilled pound cake with a drizzle of chocolate syrup for dessert. Start up the grill and get out of the kitchen with this delicious, warm-weather main dish recipe! Grilling chicken is an easy way to make your dinner healthy. Makes 6 servings Ingredients •1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (marinated overnight in Italian dressing) • 1/2 cup pecans • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar • 1/2 onion, minced • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese • 1 teaspoon ground mustard • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper • 1/2 bag spring salad mix and half bag baby spinach • 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries and mandarin oranges Preparation: 1.Preheat the grill for high heat. 2. Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill chicken 8 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear. Remove from heat, cool and slice. 3.Meanwhile place pecans in a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Cook pecans until fragrant, stirring frequently, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. 4.In a blender, combine the red wine vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, onion, mustard, salt and pepper. Process until smooth. 5.Arrange lettuce on serving plates. Top with grilled chicken slices, strawberries and pecans. Drizzle with the dressing to serve. Top with feta cheese. Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes Fresh produce keeps it light and flavorful. Consider grilling some fresh fruit… 10 | SUMMER 2014 HEALTHY YOU | 11 FROM THE Foundation ASK AN EXPERT Foundation The Walt Disney Company Announces $3 Million Gift in Support of Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Campaign Underway for Health Central Park’s Dementia Unit Known for world-class, fun-filled children’s entertainment, Central Florida is also becoming world-renowned for excellence in children’s healthcare. Today, magic, hope and healing come together in another milestone for our region’s history. Leslie and John Cervenka and the Bond Foundation help kick off fundraising for renovations at Circle of Friends. The Walt Disney Company’s recent $3 million gift is enabling the purchase and installation of a critically needed 3T MRI within the Imaging Center at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. A growing demand for services and the addition of new pediatric specialties has created an urgent need for this advanced technology, which provides quicker diagnosis and higher resolution imaging – all with safer, lower exposure to radiation. The 3T MRI will serve as a critical first step in the treatment of children seeking care at The Burt Martin Champions for Children Emergency Department and Trauma Center in addition to supporting other key pediatric programs at Arnold Palmer Hospital. Once upon a time… In the late 1970s, as Walt Disney was realizing his vision for Walt Disney World in Central Florida, a small group of pediatricians and community leaders had a vision of their own – to build the first children’s hospital in Central Florida. Until then, critically ill children and their families had no choice but to leave the area to receive specialized healthcare. Arnold Palmer graciously agreed to lend his name and support as he too had a vision – and a challenge to be the best. “Since Arnold Palmer Hospital opened its doors nearly 25 years ago, we made a promise to Arnold Palmer that ‘good’ would never be good enough,” says John Bozard, president, Arnold Palmer Medical Center Foundation. “Thanks to many generous and dedicated individuals and organizations, our hospital has earned a reputation as one of the leading hospitals of its kind in the Southeast and the nation. From the very beginning, The Walt Disney Company has served as a tremendous and valued community partner.” The Walt Disney Company was among the first lead donors to help build Arnold Palmer Hospital and, through the years, they have continued their support philanthropically while also sharing their business and creative expertise. In 1989, their Imagineers transformed the lobby of Arnold Palmer Hospital 12 | FR O M TH E SUMMER 2014 One in eight Americans ages 65 or older will develop Alzheimer’s disease during their life. By 2025, it is forecast that one in six Floridians over age 65 will have Alzheimer’s or dementia. The Walt Disney Company Announces $3 Million Gift at Orlando Health’s ONE NIGHTSM to Celebrate Excellence in Trauma Care on May 4, 2014. The gift will enable the purchase and installation of a new 3T MRI machine at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Pictured left to right: John Bozard, President, Arnold Palmer Medical Center Foundation; Kathy Swanson, President, Arnold Palmer Medical Center; Brian Besanceney, Senior Vice President, Public Affairs, Walt Disney World Resort; and Dr. Jamal Hakim, Interim President and CEO, Orlando Health. with their Disney magic. Several members of their executive leadership team have served on the system and Foundation boards of directors and continue to do so today. And, they have also served as a corporate sponsor of our ONE NIGHT to Celebrate Excellence in Trauma Care gala for all nine years of its existence. “Philanthropy truly has the power to turn dreams into reality,” says Bozard. “As we begin to celebrate the 25th birthday of Arnold Palmer Hospital and reflect on all that we have accomplished and look to the future, The Walt Disney Company’s tremendous influence has been no exception.” “It gives me great pleasure to announce The Walt Disney Company’s $3 million gift in support of Arnold Palmer Hospital and to know that our philanthropic support will help not only the children who live and play in Central Florida, but children who travel from across our country and around the world to visit Central Florida,” says George Kalogridis, President, Walt Disney World Resort. “We are very proud to support Arnold Palmer Hospital’s commitment to providing the highest quality of life-saving and compassionate care for young patients.” Fortunately, an award-winning facility located in Winter Garden provides exceptional care to patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia, and is part of the Orlando Health family. Circle of Friends, part of Health Central Park, offers long-term, full-time care to 49 residents. These patients are in the hands of specially trained staff members who help meet the physical, emotional and social needs of each and every resident. Health Central Park won the Silver National Quality Award by the American Health Care Association in 2011, just one of three (out of 700 facilities state-wide) that received this honor, and one of 30 in the nation. While continuing to provide excellent care each day, Circle of Friends, built in 1966, has begun to show its age from constant use. The renovation will include the nursing station, dining and activity areas, resident rooms and private bathrooms, and the family room with a total cost of $500,000. These renovations will enhance the quality of care and level of comfort the residents experience. Orlando Health Southwest board member Leslie Cervenka and her husband John donated funds to begin a $500,000 renovation project at Circle of Friends, part of Health Central Park in Southwest Orange County. Thank you to the Bond Foundation and the Cervenkas for continuing to invest in the health and wellbeing of the Southwest Orange community. Generous donations help support the renovation project. The Bond Foundation, located in Winter Garden, donated $50,000 for the Circle of Friends renovation. The Bond Foundation supports projects in the Central Florida area with a focus on West Orange County. Board member and 1918 Society member Leslie Cervenka, and her husband John, gave $30,000 to Health Central Park’s Circle of Friends. They have a personal connection and wanted to help. “John and I are so pleased to be able to give this gift to help with the renovation,” Leslie says. “We have had dementia in our family and know how important it is to provide a safe environment where the residents are engaged with activities on a daily basis.” Thank you to the Bond Foundation and the Cervenkas for continuing to invest in the health and wellbeing of the Southwest Orange community. To make a gift in support of Dr. P. Phillips Hospital or Health Central Hospital, please visit orlandohealth.fundly.com. To discuss your gift or learn more, please contact Wendy Proctor at 321.843.2448. HEALTHY YOU | 13 July S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 67891011 12 1314151617 1819 2021222324 2526 2728293031 M T W T F S 34567 89 1011121314 1516 1718192021 2223 2425262728 2930 31 September M T W T F S 1234 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1415161718 1920 2122232425 2627 28 29 August Health Central Hospital Hosts Free Chair Exercise Classes Get your day started with a low impact chair exercise class sponsored by Health Central Hospital. It’s fun and free for seniors! Takes place each Wednesday from 8 am – 9 am at the Thomas Ison Center. 1701 Adair Street, Ocoee. Call 407.296.1496 for information. These classes are designed to prepare expectant parents for the childbirth experience. 1 2 S • Childbirth Educational Class August S July 30 AARP Driver Safety Program This class teaches safe and defensive driving and is held on select dates from 9 am – 12 pm at Health Central Park Auditorium. The address is 411 North Dillard Ave, Winter Garden FL 34787. The cost for the two day class is $12 for AARP members (must bring membership card) and $14 for non-members. For additional information and to register for the class, please call AARP at 1.888.227.7669. Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Cardiac Patients, such as those who have suffered heart attack, those with stable angina, and those who have had open heart surgery, are encouraged to participate in the cardiac rehabilitation program at Health Central Hospital. A physician’s referral is required. Classes are held weekly in Health Central Hospital’s Gleason Room. Participants are encouraged to bring at least two pillows, a blanket, a coach, a drink and a snack. Don’t forget to ask about New Daddy boot camps. Registration is required and classes are free of charge for Healthy Start and MomCare participants. Healthy Start and MomCare participants may register through their care coordinator. If not a Healthy Start and/or MomCare participant, visit healthystartorange.org to register and the charge will be $25.00. Diabetes Education Classes Health Central Hospital’s Diabetes Center instructors are certified and trained in the latest diabetes treatments. Attendees must have a physician’s referral and call to reserve a spot in each class. To get additional information and to register for a class, please call 407.296.1447. Jane Austen Book Club The book club meets on the third Saturday of every month in the Bradford room at Health Central Hospital from 1 pm – 3 pm. No reservations are needed to attend. Please call 407.296.1497 if you have any questions. Day in Jacksonville - from Orlando September 24, 2014 Tour the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Jacksonville Branch Office and learn about the Federal Reserve System and its role in the economy. Enjoy a delicious buffet-style lunch at Juliette’s Bistro at The Omni Hotel. Discover how one of America’s most famous beers is crafted, following it through the steps of the brewing process at Budweiser Jacksonville and sample some of their quality products in the Hospitality Room. Price includes transportation, attractions listed, lunch and driver gratuity. Call Life’s a Trip Tours: 407.855.9732. Sebastian Inlet - from Orlando October 22, 2014 Cruise along the shallow waters of the Indian River Lagoon and the Sebastian River on a two hour ecological tour. See manatee, bottle nose dolphin, pelicans and a wide array of beautiful birds. Enjoy lunch at Capt. Hiram’s Resort & Marina. Visit Mel Fisher’s Treasure Museum. Price includes transportation, listed attractions, lunch and driver gratuity. Call Life’s a Trip Tours: 407.855.9732. Kennedy Space Center - from Orlando November 18, 2014 Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is a must see destination. The complex offers a mixture of the past and the future. Visit the Apollo Saturn V Center. Stand under the largest rocket ever made – the mighty Saturn V and visit Space Shuttle Atlantis, NASA’s most astonishing spacecraft ever. Also enjoy two incredible 3-D IMAX® Theater presentations of the Hubble Telescope and life aboard the International Space Station. Price includes transportation, attractions listed and driver gratuity. Call Life’s a Trip Tours: 407.855.9732. OmniTours Kidney Smart - Kidney Education Class 2014 Class dates: July 24th, August 28th and September 25th. Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Seas 10 Night Palm Trees & Pink Sand Cruise September 1-11, 2014 from Ft. Lauderdale Ports of call include: Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Charleston, SC; King’s Wharf (Bermuda); Nassau and CoCo Cay (Bahamas). Starts at $1079/person (double occupancy). $100/cabin onboard credit. OmniTours: 1.877.787.6664. Introducing Kidney Smart Classes! Have questions about kidney disease? Learn from expert educators about kidney function and causes of kidney disease, diet, nutrition and medications; diabetes and hypertension management, treatment options and more. Location: Health Central Hospital Bradford Room. To register for an upcoming class in your area, call 1.888.695.4363 or visit KidneySmart.org/Class. The Maintenance Program takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays and is $4 (self-pay). Please call Joyce McIlroy for information and to register at 407.296.1599. Life’s-A-Trip Tours SUMMER 2014 September For more information or reservations, call OmniTours toll free at 1.877.787.6664. The Phase II Cardiac Rehab Program takes place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday by appointment. 14 | • Call 407.855.9732 or email barbara@lifes-atriptours.com for information and reservations. Visit getinvolvedorlandohealth.com/travelclub/ to stay up-to-date on all upcoming trips. 2014 MONTHLY EVENTS | Carnival Paradise – 5 Night Western Caribbean Sailing October 27 – November 1, 2014 Ports of call include: Tampa, FL; Grand Cayman (Cayman Islands), and Cozumel (Mexico). Starts at $469/person (double occupancy). OmniTours: 1.877.787.6664. Carnival Liberty – 8 Night Eastern Caribbean sailing November 28-December 6, 2014 Ports of call include: Port Canaveral, FL; Grand Turk (Turks and Caicos), St. Thomas (Virgin Islands), San Juan (PR), and St. Maarten. Starts at $689/person (double occupancy). $75/cabin onboard credit. OmniTours: 1.877.787.6664. The Norwegian Sun – A Valentine’s Day Sailing – 7 Night Western Caribbean February 8-15, 2015 Ports of call include: Tampa, FL; Roatan (Honduras), Belize City (Belize), Costa Maya (Mexico), and Cozumel (Mexico). Starts at $729/person (double occupancy). $50/cabin onboard credit. OmniTours: 1.877.787.6664. Pulmonary Rehabilitation This 36-session rehabilitation program is designed for those with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Registration and physician’s referral are required. The Phase II Pulmonary Rehab Program takes place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday by appointment. The Maintenance Program takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays and is $4 (self-pay). Please call Joyce McIlroy for information and to register at 407.296.1599. SHINE Free Medicare Insurance counseling for seniors on the third Monday of each month. All sessions are in the Health Central Hospital Bradford Room. Call Diana Chin with questions at 407.514.1823. Want to see if you can save money on your prescription drugs? Are you new to Medicare and not sure what options you have? The Florida Department of Elder Affairs’ SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Program is offered at no cost to you. Trained volunteers can assist Medicare beneficiaries, their families, caregivers, and others with Medicare and health insurance questions. Services are free, unbiased, and confidential. For assistance, please call the Elder Helpline toll-free at 1.800.963.5337 or visit www.floridashine.org. West Oaks Walkers–Get your walking shoes ready for fun! Enjoy some healthy fun with your friends and neighbors. Join the West Oaks Walkers and start walking now! The Walkers meet at the West Oaks Mall daily at 8:30 am. Please meet at the food court entrance of the Mall. West Orange Seniors Group Active West Orange County seniors: this group is for you! Join your friends and neighbors for special events, luncheons, dancing, trips, Bingo and more! The group meets at the Thomas Ison Center. 1701 Adair Street, Ocoee. Call Wendell at 407.592.4498 to learn more. Email westorangeseniors@ymail.com or visit westorangeseniors.yolasite.com. COMMUNITY Events Walkers’ Breakfasts Takes place monthly in the Gleason Room. Start time is 8:30 am. Attendees are asked to bring at least one canned food donation for Second Harvest Food Bank. Feel free to drop off canned goods at the Community Relations department at Health Central Hospital on the fourth floor. • Tuesday, July 8th • Tuesday, August 12th • Tuesday, September 8th Health Central Auxiliary Health Central Auxiliary to host special sales! Electronics, gifts, handbags, jewelry and more! All sales events are located in the Health Central Hospital Atrium Lobby from 8 am – 5 pm. • July 9th & 10th Uniform Sale • August 6th & 7th Books are Fun • Sept. 10th & 11th Hearth & Home • Sept. 23rd & 24th International Jewelry Blood Drives at Health Central Hospital The Big Red Bus will be at Health Central Hospital: • August 22nd from 11:30 am - 5:30 pm. Support Groups CPAP (Continuous Airway Pressure) Support Group The program includes: • Guest speakers. • Interaction with other CPAP users. • Q&A with a registered sleep technician. • Presentation of new masks and opportunities for mask fitting. • Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6 pm - 7 pm at Health Central Hospital. RSVP to 321.842.5430. SOS Meetings - (Support Obesity Surgery) Open to all people who have had or are considering SOS—regardless of surgery type or surgeon. Every fourth Saturday of the month from 10 am – 12 pm in Health Central Hospital’s Gleason Room. Post-op patients meet with dietician in the Bradford Room from 11 am – 12 pm. For more information, please call 407.839.3700. Dates for 2014: • July 26th • July 26th • August 23rd • September 27th Free Smoking Cessation Classes at Health Central Hospital Wednesdays, August 20th-September 17th, 6:30-7:30 pm in the Bradford Room; and Wednesday, July 23, 6:00 - 8:00 pm in the Gleason Room. 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