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2 Healthy Horizons
Remembering Georgia’s Forgotten Gold Rush
Home Care Solutions for Today
Ten Ways To Protect Your Heart
Asthma & Allergies
Healthcare Close To Home
Conservative Treatment for Neck and Back Pain
Can Fear Be Healthy
Haney Drug Corner
Specialists: Digestive Diseases, Hepatitis,
and Colon Cancer
Remedy For Stress
New Treatment for Cardiac Arrest
A Dad Made By God
The Loss of a Family Pet
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important part of what is known as“Georgia’s Forgotten Gold Rush,” Pine Mountain Gold Museum at
Stockmar Park is a unique historical site located in Villa Rica, Georgia. Complete with a museum, actualmining sites, nature trails, and gold panning, visitors can experience the gold mining lifestyle spanning over100 years, from the beginning of the gold rush in 1826 through the early 1930s.
Panning for gold or gemstones is one ofthe favorite pastimes of visitors, but no trip to the site is complete without a tour
of the 4,800 square foot museum, highlighting the important eras of the area. Starting with an 18-minutedocumentary, visitors learn about the history of the gold mine as well as Villa Rica itself.
Through the movie exit, visitors are enveloped in areplica of an actual Gold Mine shaft, giving them a first-hand account of the experience. The shaft is the beginning of the museum tour itself, during which visitors follow the history of the area, beginning withthe start of the Georgia colony under the reign of KingGeorge, then moving through the times of the NativeAmericans, the Civil War, and finally the Stockmar eraof Flying S Ranch. Visitors also get to experience arecreation of the plant used by Villa Rica Electric Light& Power Company, bottlers of Coca-Cola, OrangeCrush, distilled water, soda water, and block ice operating in Villa Rica from 1903 through 1923.
Stockmar Park covers close to 28 acres of land, withnearly three miles of nature trails that wind through thegorgeous wooded mountainside, showcasing ruins of
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buildings and the gold mining process. At the beginningof the walking tour is an operating 1858 stamp mill, a very rare find. Our picturesque Grist Mill, WaterWheel, and waterfall, are each the focus for many photographers’ work. At the end of the nature trail is the Live Farm Animal exhibit, which houses such animals as oxen, a horse, a donkey, goats, sheep, roosters, pigs, and rabbits. The past few years has included Mrs. Turner’s community vegetable garden, in honor of the Stockmar housekeeper’s garden.
Beside the museum there is a covered pavilion perfectfor group outings or picnics, which also includes a covered stage for announcements or entertainment. The museum has begun hosting its own special events in this area, including their recent Old Fashioned Christmas, where the staff and volunteers dressed in period clothing and entertained the crowds. An on-sitegift shop is available for those who wish to purchase souvenirs, gold panning supplies, or stunning jewelry.
Open from 10am – 4pm Monday through Saturday, this location is a perfect place for school and scoutgroups, tours, or individuals. The museum has committed to keeping its rates affordable for all who attend, with museum tours only $5 for adults and $4 for children, seniors, or military. Panning for either goldor gemstones is only $5 per pan. Steeply discountedGroup Rates are available for groups of 15 or more people and Annual Passes are also available. The naturetrails and Live Farm Animal Exhibit are completely free and are available from sun up to sun down.
The gold museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was awarded the Southern Arc’sBest of 2008 “Best Tourist Attraction” and the CarrollCounty 2009 Preservation Award. It was also the site of filming for the new Robert DeNiro and John Travoltafilm, “Killing Season,” due out later this year.
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For more information on the museum,
you may contact Linda Shaw, museum manager,
at 770-459-8455 or email: [email protected]
www.pinemountaingoldmuseum.com
Photographer: Sueann Smith
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Guardian Angel of West Ga., Inc. isthe areas leading and the oldest in-home care provider. We offer thevery best and compassionate care forthe elderly. It is our goal to improvethe physical, emotional and spiritualwellness of our clients and that is exactly what we do– EVERYDAY!
Guardian Angel can tailor a programspecifically for the needs of the clientwith the many services we offer andour experienced in-home careproviders. If you have a specific scheduling question in mind, we willcome out and do a free, no obligationassessment to help you decide whatworks best for you. If you have a longterm care policy, we will gladly file that for you every month at no extra charge.
We can accommodate your needs because we do not have specific shifts.
However, we do have a four hour minimum and can cover 24/7. Theservices we offer our clients that arespecific to their needs include: non-medical home and respite care,bathing and personal hygiene, companion services, medication reminders, meal preparation, lighthousekeeping as well as laundry. Services that may be required outsideof the home may include: assistance tothe doctor, assistance to appointments,shopping and errands. We will comeinto the clients home or stay withthem in the hospital, assisted living,etc. We think you will be pleasantlysurprised at how reasonable our rates are.
Guardian Angel of West Ga., Inc.is licensed and insured. All of our in-home care providers are extremelyunderstanding, skilled and experiencedin caring for the elderly. We carefully
screen our staff with backgroundchecks, and reference checks. We domonthly in-service and annual TB teststo make sure our workers are alwayskept up to date with their training. We will strive to have workers of highmoral integrity and trained in the careof the elderly.
If your loved one wants to be cared forat home, then that’s exactly where wewill care for them because your lovedone deserves to have all the comfortsof their home. Guardian Angel is locally owned by Lyn Easterwood.After being in the healthcare field for a number of years, Lyn bought thebusiness in 2003 and her mission is to provide and render personal care to our elderly and to others in need.The elderly as well as others deserve to have the best care possible andGuardian Angel provides the highestlevel of care EVERYDAY!
The elderly — as well as others — deserve to have the best care possible Lyn Easterwood
Home Care Solutions for Today!
Advanced Heart and Vascular CareTanner has taken a progressive approach tocombating cardiovascular disease—the leadingcause of death in the region—that focuses oneducation, diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
At Tanner Heart and Vascular Center in Carrollton, specialized care for heart disease isavailable, including angioplasty and stentingprocedures to help clear blocked arteries andsave hearts. The center also provides a 20-bedcardiac progressive care unit (CPCU), with a specialized staff trained in treating heart patients, as well as the John and Barbara Tanner Cardiac Rehab Center, offering a multi-phase cardiac rehabilitation program to helphearts heal.
Advanced cardiac and vascular care also is nowavailable at Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica,with a new endovascular lab now serving theregion. The lab allows vascular surgeons tocheck for problems and provide interventionsto help keep patients’ blood flowing properlythrough their veins. In addition, the lab permitsTanner’s team of cardiologists to perform advanced diagnostic procedures, such as angiography, that can help identify blocked arteries around the heart.
Tanner Cancer CareTanner Cancer Care is a regional leader in advanced cancer treatment, from the leading-edge radiotherapy services of the Roy Richards,Sr. Cancer Center to infusion therapy and more.
Among the first people that newly-diagnosedcancer patients meet at Tanner is their patientnavigator – a single source of contact and information throughout the treatment process. The patient navigator is available to answerquestions, arrange treatments, set up
consultations with dietitians, therapists and others who can assist advance treatment, explain diagnoses and help patients overcomeobstacles to care.
Tanner Cancer Care also offers the exclusiveTanner Cancer Care Promise: 3 Days from Diagnosis to Treatment Options—an assurancethat Tanner’s team will move quickly to relievethe fear and anxiety that accompanies a diagnosis of cancer. To fulfill the promise, Tanner’s close-knit team of cancer specialistsworks closely together to devise a treatmentplan as soon as they receive a physician’s referral. Within three days, a patient navigatorwill contact the patient to discuss options forcare and to set up any further testing that maybe necessary.• More information is available online atwww.TannerCancerCare.org.
No. 1 in Georgia for Overall Orthopedic ServicesHealthgrades has named Tanner Ortho andSpine Center at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton No. 1 in Georgia for overall orthopedic services four years running.
Tanner Ortho and Spine Center—serving Carrollton, Villa Rica and Bremen through itsexclusive partner in Carrollton OrthopaedicClinic—has earned Healthgrades’ OrthopedicExcellence Surgery Award for five years in arow, and is ranked among the state’s top hospitals in joint replacement, spine surgery,overall orthopedic services and more.• Learn more online at www.TannerOrtho.org.
Maternity Care, Delivering DailyTanner offers two regional maternity centers –the W. Steve Worthy Maternity Center at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton and theMaternity Center at Tanner Medical
Center/Villa Rica – to provide maternity carein a comfortable and spacious environmentthat’s convenient and close to home. • Maternity center tours are available at each facility. To schedule a tour, call 770.214.CARE.
Helping People Get Back to Life Willowbrooke at Tanner provides a wide rangeof innovative behavioral health care, serving patients from throughout Georgia and aroundthe country.
Willowbrooke at Tanner provides inpatient carefor adults, children and adolescents at its 52-bed facility in Villa Rica, which offers amenitiessuch as an indoor gymnasium and courtyardsfor patients as well as a progressive scope oftreatment options. Outpatient services – including partial hospitalization programs andstate-approved Core services – are provided atthe Tanner Center for Behavioral Health, with locations in Carrollton, Villa Rica, Newnan and Cartersville.• Free, confidential mental health assessmentsare available by calling Willowbrooke at Tanner’s 24-hour help line at 770.836.9551.More information on Willowbrooke at Tanner isavailable at www.WillowbrookeAtTanner.org.
TANNER HEALTH SYSTEM
The new outpatient surgery atrium was part of a
massive expansion at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton
that opened in 2013. The expansion added several
new, state-of-the-art operating suites and a new 40-bed
emergency department.
A labor and delivery suite at Tanner Medical Center/Villa
Rica. Tanner offers two regional maternity centers: the
W. Steve Worthy Maternity Center at Tanner Medical
Center/Carrollton and the Maternity Center at Tanner
Medical Center/Villa Rica.
Opened in 2009, Willowbrooke at Tanner is a 52-bed
inpatient behavioral health facility serving adults, children
and adolescents. The first new inpatient behavioral health
facility built in Georgia in at least 20 years, Willowbrooke
at Tanner also offers a range of outpatient services.
Learn MoreWith 24-hour emergency care, advanced diagnostic imaging services,home health and hospice services, occupational health services, pain management services and more, Tanner is west Georgia’s healthcareprovider of choice.
To find a physician on Tanner’smedical staff, call 770.214.CARE or visit www.tanner.org.
Exceptional Care, Close to HomeTanner Health System, one of Thompson Reuters’ 15 Top Health Systems in the nation for 2012, provides a vast
continuum of patient care through four regional hospitals—Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton, Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica,
Higgins General Hospital in Bremen and the inpatient behavioral health facility Willowbrooke at Tanner.
With a medical staff of more than 300 physicians representing 34 specialties,Tanner makes leading-edge medicine accessible
to residents throughout west Georgia and east Alabama.
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H E A R T O f T H E M AT T E R
Roasted Salmon with Maple Glaze Serves 6
Ingredients: 2 pounds salmon, cut into 6 equal-sized fillets1/4 cup maple syrup 1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 tsp kosher or sea salt1/8 tsp. fresh cracked pepper Fresh mint or parsley for garnish
Directions:Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Lightly coat a baking pan with cooking spray. In a small saucepan over low heat, mix together the maple syrup, garlic, and balsamic vinegar. Heat just until hot and remove from heat. Pour half of the mixture into a small bowl to use for basting, and reserve the rest for later.
Pat the salmon dry. Place skin-side down on the baking sheet. Brush the salmon with the maple syrup mixture. Bake about 10 minutes, brush again with maple syrup mixture, and bake for another five minutes. Continue to baste and bake untilfish flakes easily, about 20-25 minutes total. Transfer the salmon fillets to plates. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and top with reserved maple syrup mixture. Garnish with mint or parsley and serve immediately.
Recipe obtained from Mayo Clinic online community. Nutritional information follows:Nutritional analysis per servingCalories 314 Total fat 14 g Saturated fat 3 g Monounsaturated fat 5 g Cholesterol 69 mgSodium 152 mg Total Carbohydrate 21 g Dietary Fiber 1 g Protien 25 g
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1} Grill a steak. You may think it’s bad for your heart,but you’d be wrong. Beef contains immunity-boosting selenium as well as homocysteine-lowering B vitamins.And up to 50 percent of the fat is theheart-healthy monounsaturated variety.
2} Watch a scary movie.Anything that causes your heart torace—slasher flicks, a good book, evenbeing in love—also makes your heartstronger, according to researchers atBeth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.Upsetting the rhythm once in a while islike hitting your heart’s reset button,which helps it keep on ticking.
3} Run indoors on hazy days.Researchers in Finland found that exercising outside on hot, hazy dayswhen air pollution is at its worst cancut the supply of oxygen in the blood,making it more likely to clot.
4} Tell your wife to butt out.Or you may leave her—in a hearse. Researchers in Greece found that individuals who were exposed to cigarette smoke for just 30 minutesthree times a week had a 26 percentgreater risk of developing heart diseasethan people who rarely encounteredsecondhand smoke.
5} Dive in the pool.U.K. researchers found that men whoburn just 50 calories a day in strenuousactivities like swimming and hiking are62 percent less likely to die of heart disease than men who burn nearlyseven times as many calories — 340 perday — during less active pursuits likewalking and golfing.
6} Fight cholesterol with fat.A group of 17 Australian men with
high cholesterol swapped macadamianuts for 15 percent of the calories intheir diets, and their total cholesteroldropped by between 3 and 5 percent,while their HDL (good) cholesterolrose by nearly 8 percent.
7} Bike away the blues.Men who are suffering from depressionare more than twice as likely to develop heart disease as guys whoaren’t depressed. So c’mon, get happy.In a trial of 150 men and women, Duke researchers found that after just three months of treatment, antidepressants and exercise wereequally effective at relieving almost all symptoms of depression.
8} Meditate 20 minutes a day.According to Thomas Jefferson Univer-sity researchers, this daily downtimemay reduce your anxiety and depres-sion by more than 25 percent. Andthat’s important, since a University ofFlorida study found that patients withcoronary artery disease who had themost mental stress were three timesmore likely to die during the period ofthe study than those with the least stress.
9} Buy a punching bag.A Harvard study found that men whoexpress their anger have half the risk ofheart disease compared with men whointernalize it.
10} Take aspirin.Researchers at the University of NorthCarolina found that regular aspirinconsumption cut the risk of coronaryheart disease by 28 percent in peoplewho had never had a heart attack orstroke, but were at heightened risk.
So what are you doing to protect your heart?
Most guys leave that job up to their rib cage.
After all, your heart feels fine. And, really, it’s
out of your hands, isn’t it? In a few words: No,
you ignorant 911-caller-in-waiting. Half of the
men in America are laying down plaque for
that special day when they keel over.
We want to keep you upright, so we
combed thousands of scientific studies to
compile the most important advice you’ll
ever read in this magazine: 10 tips, tricks,
and techniques that will protect you from
the number-one killer of men (and their
wives). Make them part of your life, and you
may just live long enough to see the United
States pay its national debt, the Cubs win
the World Series, and Madonna retire.
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HeartTO PROTECT YOUR
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For maximum impact
on your blood pressure,
take a low dose aspirin
just before bed.
Macadamias are
the best natural source
of monounsaturated fat.
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Debunking CommonAsthma MythsMyth #1– An otherwise healthy person
who is diagnosed with asthma cannot lead
a normal, active life.
Fact– With proper treatment, people with
asthma should be able to function just as
well as someone without asthma.
Myth #2–Patients become “dependent”
on their medications and should avoid
long-term use.
Fact– Asthma is a chronic illness that
causes inflammation in the airways of the
lung. Asthma is no different than other
chronic illnesses such as high blood
pressure that require ongoing treatment.
Myth #3– Asthma medications
have too many side effects.
Fact– The goal of asthma management is
to prevent flare-ups that require visits to
the ER and/or more intensive treatment
with oral corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone)
which has definite long-term side effects if
overused. Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are
anti-inflammatory drugs for asthma. The
newer inhalers are designed such that a
very trivial amount of the dose gets into the
circulation and greatly reduces side effects.
Myth #4– I don’t have asthma,
I have “recurrent bronchitis.”
Fact– Some people mistakenly think
they are having recurrent bronchitis, since
respiratory infections usually settle in the
chest in a person predisposed to asthma.
If a cough lingers more than a week or
so after a cold, then it is very likely that
inflammation in the airways of the lungs
from asthma is the cause.
Myth #5– I’ve never had wheezing so
I can’t have asthma.
Fact– Asthma is an inflammatory lung
disease characterized by recurrent
breathing problems which may or may not
present as wheezing. The inflammation in
the airways can occur slowly such that
sudden wheezing never develops.
Sometimes a cough that won’t go away
or coughing at night or with exercise is
the only symptom.
asthma&allergiesBy Ariana D. Buchanan, MD, Peachtree Allergy & Asthma Clinic
Peachtree Allergy
& Asthma Clinic
Welcomes to their staff,
Ms. Christina Stein
Christina L. Stein is a Board Certified
Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in the
care of allergic disease and asthma in both
children and adults.
Ms. Stein has over 24 years of experience treating allergic patients as
she has worked on care teams with some of the most experienced
allergists in Georgia. She specializes in difficult to treat asthma, sinus
disease and hives. Among her many accomplishments are helping to
establish the first full time center to treat asthma and allergies at Grady
Hospital in Atlanta. She is a member of The American Academy of Allergy,
Asthma and Immunology, The American College of Allergy, Asthma and
Immunology and The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
Call for an appointment today 770-832-1984 www.peachtree-allergy.com
What are some of the reasons that someone should be screened for
allergies or asthma? If you answer “yes” to any of the following
questions, then you or your child may need an evaluation.
Do you have a family history of asthma?
Do your allergies cause secondarysymptoms such as recurring sinus or ear infections or frequent throatclearing?
Do you cough at night, particularlyduring peak pollen seasons?
Do you experience wheezing, chesttightness or cough when exercising?
Does your child cough after playing?
Do you find yourself wheezing, experiencing shortness of breath or lingering colds, particularly duringpeak pollen seasons?
Allergies have a greater impact on
quality of life than people realize.
Symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hayfever) leave the sufferer feeling tired,miserable and irritable. Chronicsinus infections, nasal congestion or
cough may be seen in patients withallergies. Fatigue can also be a significant symptom. It’s hard to geta restful night of sleep when nasalcongestion or drainage is botheringyou. Also, the chemicals released in our bodies during an allergic reaction can cause fatigue and impaired concentration.
If you have allergies, you may alsohave undiagnosed asthma or coulddevelop it– At least 90% of child-hood asthmatics and about half ofadult asthmatics are allergic. About20% of children with hay fever will develop asthma. People with allergies need to be aware of thewarning signs of asthma for childrenand adults.
Unfortunately, many affected individuals have simply acceptedthat they have to live with theirsymptoms. They don’t realize thatthey can feel better and have a better quality of life.
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H E A LT H C A R E C L O S E T O H O M E
Merna Michelle Vera, M.D. • Family Practice, All family’s needs from Pediatrics to Geriatrics
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Health Examinations, Vaccinations, Natural Medical Treatments
• Bladder Muscle Therapy
• Weight Loss Treatment
• Cosmetic Cremes, Mini-Facial Peels, Laser Hair Removal,
Skin Rejuvenation, Wrinkle Reduction, Microdermabrasion
• www.docvera.com
• 770-771-5235
Eric Vera, M.D.• Obstetrics and Gynecology, Practice for women of all ages
• Normal & High Risk Pregnancies, Infertility
• Uterine Ablation, Urodynamics Testing, Urinary Incontinence,
Premenstrual Syndrome, Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding,
Menopause and Natural Remedies
• Laparoscopic Surgeries
• Botox®, Juverderm, Restylane
• www.docvera.com
• 770-771-5235
Jay H. Garten, M.D.• Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates
• Board Certified, Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
• Graduate of Dartmouth College, Burlington, VT
• M.D., University of Vermont College of Medicine
• Internship, residency in Internal Medicine, Emory University
Affiliated Hospitals
• Fellowship in Gastroenterology, Emory University Affiliated
Hospitals
• Locations: Douglasville and Villa Rica
Anupama Ravi, M.D.• Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates
• Board Certified, Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
• Graduate, Madras Medical College, Chennai, India
• Residency in Internal Medicine, Atlanta Medical Center
• Postdoctoral fellowship in research, Emory University
Digestive Diseases Division
• Fellowship in Gastroenterology, Emory University
Affiliated Hospitals
• Locations: Douglasville and Hiram
Neal K. Osborn M.D., M.Sc.• Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates
• Board Certified, Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
• B.S. and M.D., Creighton University, Omaha, NB
• Internship, residency in Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic,
Scottsdale, AZ
• Fellowship in Gastroenterology, Hepatology, M.Sc. in clinical
science and research, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
• Medical Director, The Hemorrhoid Clinic, AGA
• Locations: Douglasville, Emory Midtown and Hiram
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Charles M. Pesson, M.D.• Board Certified by the American Bd. of Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Specialties include Knee and Shoulder Arthroscopy and
Reconstruction, Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement
Surgery, Computer Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery,
and Sports Medicine.
• Doctor of Medicine from LSU School of Medicine at
New Orleans.
• Physician at Pinnacle Orthopaedics.
• 770-944-3303
Matthew B. Jaffe, M.D.• Board Certified by the American Bd. of Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Specialties include Sports Medicine, Knee Arthroscopy,
Fracture Care, General Orthopaedics, and Total Joint
Replacement Surgery.
• Fellowship trained in Sports Medicine.
• Doctor of Medicine from Emory University School of Medicine.
• Physician at Pinnacle Orthopaedics.
• 770-944-3303
D. Hodari Brooks, M.D.• Board Certified by the American Bd. of Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Specialties include Hip Resurfacing, Medical & Surgical
treatment of Arthritis, Minimally Invasive Total Joint Replace-
ment Surgery, Computer Assisted Surgery, Hip Arthroscopy.
Fracture Care, Sports Medicine, and General Orthopaedics.
• Fellowship Trained in Adult Reconstructive Surgery and
Total Joint Replacement.
• Doctor of Medicine - Univ. of Rochester School of Medicine.
• Physician at Pinnacle Orthopaedics.
• 770-944-3303
Michael S. Slutzky, M.D.• Board Certified by the American Bd. of Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Specialties include Surgery of the Hand & Microsurgery,
Sports Medicine, General Orthopaedics and Fracture Care.
• Doctor of Medicine from the Universidad Autonoma
de Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Mexico.
• Physician at Pinnacle Orthopaedics.
• 770-944-3303
Richard R. Maguire, M.D.• Board Certified by the American Bd. of Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Specialties include Knee, Shoulder and Elbow Arthroscopy,
Sports Medicine, Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement
Surgery, Computer Assisted Joint Replacement Surgery,
General Orthopaedics and Fracture Care.
• Doctor of Medicine from the University of Pittsburg School
of Medicine.
• Physician at Pinnacle Orthopaedics.
• 770-944-3303
Your guide to local health care physicians
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Keith A. Lamberson, M.D.• Board Certified by the American Bd. of Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Specialties include Arthroscopic Surgery, Surgery of the
Knee and Shoulder, Sports Medicine, and General
Orthopaedics.
• Fellowship Trained in Surgery of the Knee and Shoulder
and Sports Medicine.
• Doctor of Medicine and part of the AOA Medical Honor
Society at Tulane University School of Medicine.
• Physician at Pinnacle Orthopaedics.
• 770-944-3303
Eric I. Francke, M. D.• Board Certified by the American Bd. of Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Specialties include Adult Degenerative Surgery of the Spine,
Revision Spine Surgery, and Minimally Invasive Surgery of
the Spine. He treats problems involving the cervical,
thoracic and lumbar spine.
• Completed fellowship in Orthopaedic Spine Surgery
at William Beaumont Hospital.
• Doctor Medicine from the University of North Carolina.
• Physician at Pinnacle Orthopaedics.
• 770-944-3303
Dr. John Burson - Villa Rica ENT• Doctor of Medicine, Emory University; Doctor of Philosophy,
Georgia Tech; Master of Science-Metallurgy, Georgia Tech;
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering, Georgia Tech;
Post Graduate Medical: Otolaryngology, Emory University
• American Medical Associations, American College of Surgeons,
American Academy of Otolaryngology.
• Four combat tours as physician in Operation Iraqi Freedom
and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.
• 770-459-0408 Villa Rica Ear, Nose & Throat
Dr. Eric Andrist - Villa Rica ENT• Head and Neck Surgery Resident-Division of Otolaryngology,
University of Louisville; Department of Surgery-Surgical
Internship, University of Louisville; Doctor of Medicine,
Tulane University School of Medicine; Bachelor of Science-
Chemistry with Minor in Biology, Magna Cum Laude,
University of Georgia
• American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck
surgery; American Academy of Otolaryngology Allergy
• 770-459-0408 Villa Rica Ear, Nose & Throat
Dr. Boyd Williams• Undergraduate: Emory University
• Dental school: Emory School of Dentistry
• Member of the ADA, GDA, and the Hinman Dental Society
• Served with the United States Army Dental Corp
• In practice at the Bremen Dental Depot since 1970
• 770-537-4439
Dr. Stephen J. Blank• Undergraduate: Georgia State University
• Dental school: Medical College of Georgia
• Member of the ADA and GDA
• In practice at the Bremen Dental Depot since 2011
• 770-537-4439
Gary S. Fields, DPM, FACFAS • Opened West Georgia Podiatry in 1977
• Graduated from Long Island University with a BS in Biology
• Completed residency at New York College of Podiatric Medicine
• Received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at New York College
of Podiatric Medicine where he also served as associate
professor of surgery and director of the residency program
• Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery
• 770-832-3546 www.westgapodiatry.com
Kenneth M. Danis, DPM, FACFAS• Joined West Georgia Podiatry in 1995
• Graduated from Emory University with a degree in Biology
• Received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from
Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine in 1992 where
he was recognized with several honors
• Completed his residency at the University of Medicine
and Dentistry of New Jersey
• Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery
• 770-832-3546 www.westgapodiatry.com
Sadia M. Ali, DPM AACFAS• Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Missouri
• Medical degree from the New York College of
Podiatric Medicine
• Residency in foot and ankle reconstructive surgery from the
University of Florida College of Medicine-Jacksonville
• Associate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
• Now in practice at West Georgia Podiatry Associates, PC
in Carrollton and Villa Rica
• 770-832-3546 www.westgapodiatry.com
Mark S. Duffield, D.O.• Board Certified by the American Board of Osteopathic
Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Specialties include Hip, Knee, & Shoulder Arthroscopy,
Sports Medicine, Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement
Surgery, and Fracture Care.
• Fellowship Trained in AO Trauma and Sports Medicine.
• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Kirksville College
of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Physician at Pinnacle Orthopaedics.
• 770-944-3303
Yong S. Lee, M.D.• Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Specialties include pain management and musculoskeletal
rehabilitation care. Procedures performed include Spinal
Injections, Discography, Radio Frequency, Nucleoplasty
and Vertebroplasty.
• Doctor of Medicine from Howard University in
Washington, D.C.
• Physician at Pinnacle Orthopaedics.
• 770-944-3303
Healthy Horizons does not endorse the
organizations listed in this directory, nor does
exclusion in this directory signify disapproval.
The consumer is strongly encouraged to seek
information from the organization and assess
if this organization meets your particular needs.
770-834-0873www.carrolltonortho.com
Bremen Orthopaedics, Villa Rica Orthopaedics, andCarrollton Orthopaedic Spine & MRI Center
are all affiliates of Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinic
Ralph E. Fleck, Jr., MD., F.A.A.O.S.Jubal R.Watts, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.Charles N. Hubbard, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.Gregory S. Slappey, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.Anthony W. Colpini, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.Brad G. Prybis, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.Kevin M. Charron, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.
Jeffry A. Dressander, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.Taylor B. Cates, M.D.E. Franklin Pence, Jr., M.D.Ki-Hon Lin, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.David A Scruggs, P.A.-CMichael C. Gravett, P.A.-CAndrea Maxwell, MSN, NP
Four Locations to Serve You!Bremen Orthopaedics204 Allen Memorial Dr., Suite 102Bremen, GA 30110
Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinic150 Clinic Ave., Suite 101Carrollton, GA 30117
Carrollton Orthopaedic Spine& MRI Center712 South Park Street, Suite 3Carrollton GA 30117
Villa Rica Orthopaedics705 Dallas Highway, Suite 301Villa Rica, GA 30180
Let ourprofessional
staff take care of you!
We Specialize In:
• General Orthopaedics• Sports Medicine &
Joint Replacement• Spine Surgery• MRI
Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinic
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Dr. Ki Lin, a board certifiedorthopaedic spine surgeon,has joined Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinic. He sees patients at CarrolltonOrthopaedic Clinic Spine &MRI Center in Carrollton,GA and Villa Rica Ortho-paedics in Villa Rica, GA. He has specialized training in treatment of spinal conditions, including all aspects of neck and backpain. Like the other physi-cians at the Spine Center –spine surgeon Dr. Brad Prybis and interventionalspine specialist Dr. E.
Franklin Pence – Dr. Lin is a strong advocate of conservative treatment for neck and back pain.
The addition of Dr. Lin strengthens the availability of expert care on a timely basis. The collaboration ofDr. Lin with Dr. Prybis and Dr. Pence optimizes thecare, service, and outcome for patients. Healthgrades, a leading consumer medical care rating organization,has already awarded Tanner Ortho and Spine Center a five-star rating (the maximum) for spine surgery andback and neck surgery. Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinicsurgeons are the physicians that work with TannerHealth System to achieve this high level of care andservice that people can receive locally.
Dr. Lin advises surgery only when necessary, or as a lastresort. If surgery does become necessary, Dr. Lin iswell-versed in the latest techniques in spinal surgery.For example, for patients who have sustained vertebralcompression fractures, Dr. Lin can perform kyphoplasty,a minimally invasive procedure in which cement isplaced into the vertebral fractures to stabilize them,thereby providing pain relief. Dr. Lin is also trained indisc replacement surgery, which preserves the normalmotion of spine, unlike standard fusion surgery. Othersurgical techniques offered by Dr. Lin include minimallyinvasive fusion, microdiscectomy, and lateral fusion.
In addition, for those patients who have already hadprior surgery, Dr. Lin is experienced in revision surger-ies where necessary, as well as spinal cord stimulationfor treatment of chronic low back and/or leg pain inpatients for which spine surgery is no longer an option.
No matter what your spinal condition may be, Dr. Lin will respect your time and treat you with careand compassion, helping you to make a well-informeddecision about your treatment.
Carrollton Orthopaedic ClinicStrong Advocate of Conservative Treatment
for Neck and Back Pain
HELPFUL INFORMATIONPhone: 770-834-0873
Address:712 South Park Street, Ste. 3Carrollton, GA 30117
705 Dallas Highway, Ste 301Villa Rica, GA 30180website:www.carrolltonortho.com
Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinic Spine Team
Left to right: Andrea Maxwell, FNP, Dr. Brad PrybisDr. Ki Lin, Michael C. Gravett, PA
not pictured: Dr. Frank Pence
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No one has to tell us these days about the negative effects of worry, stress, and anxiety on our bodies. So, in what way could fear be a healthy response? Yet consider these passages from the wisdom texts of the ancient Hebrew scriptures:
“The fear of the Lord adds length to life, but the years of the wicked are cut short.”
- Proverbs 10:27
“The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, turning a person from the snares of death.”
- Proverbs 14:27
Here we are told that a fear of God is a source of life,like a fountain that bubbles up and brings renewed energy and strength, potentially lengthening our lifespan and saving us from traps that might lead to an early death.
For some, the phrase “fear of God” may bring upunhealthy images of God as a perpetually angry old man who arbitrarily lashes out, bringing random suffering or harsh punishment. This does not line up with either the Old or New Testament scriptures, which tell us God is “slow to anger, abounding inlove and faithfulness” (Exodus 34:6) and “rich inmercy” (Ephesians 2:4).
However, there is another sense of the “fear of God”that has been largely lost in today’s culture: the ideathat God is a watchful judge who rewards those whokeep their integrity even when no one else is looking. I can remember one day in the second grade, someonehad stolen some crayons from another student, and myteacher told the class: “I don’t know who did this,
but God knows.” I wasso thankful I wasn’t the
thief! That kind of fear of God is healthy for us,
because it helps us to maintainboundaries against unhealthy
temptations that might otherwise overwhelm us. Like safety rails, it keeps us from falling off into self-destructive behaviors or addictions.
An even more important aspect of the fear of God is the awareness that there is something greater than allmy other fears. There will never be a shortage of evils inthe world for us to fear; it is impossible to completelyremove fear from our lives.
However, we can arm ourselves with the knowledgethat there is One who is greater than our fears. AsProverbs 29:25 says, “Fear of man will prove to be asnare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.”Those who do not believe in any Power greater thanthemselves, or those who visualize God as small andweak, are much more likely to become overwhelmed by fear of people, fear of loss, fear of sickness, and ultimately the fear of death, than those who nurture a faith in a Supreme Being who is the ultimate Ruler of the universe. An image of God that is too weak tofrighten us is ultimately also too weak to comfort us. We must be willing to face the Light, for the Darkness is all too real.
True health comes from a combination of physical,emotional, and spiritual factors. We neglect the spiritualaspect of life to our peril. A good starting point for spir-itual health is to nurture an old-fashioned fear of God.
Can fear be
healthy?
Like safety rails, it keeps us from falling off into
self-destructive behaviors or addictions.
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Ken Roach, Frazer United Methodist Church
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Haney’s Drug Corner has been takingcare of Carrollton’s prescription needssince 1975. Tim and Susan Oliverpurchased the store in 2007 fromTommy and Linda Haney. Their goalhas been to continue to provide customers with the fast and friendlyservice that has made them so popularwith their customers. Haney’s offersfree city-wide delivery and acceptsmost insurance as well as Medicaid.
Along with meeting your medicalneeds, Haney’s has a variety of collegiate and gift items. They alsocarry collegiate items, candles andgreeting cards.
Haney’s is very involved in the Carrollton community. They offersupport to many local charities andschools. Tim and Susan feel that it is very important to give back to the community.
Recently, pharmacist Christy Blackman joined the staff at Haney’s.She adds so much to the professionalcare you will receive at Haney’s.
Tim and Christy are happy to answerany questions you may have aboutyour medical care and treatment.
Visit Haney’s Drug Corner on thecorner of Dixie Street and AmbulanceDrive! Their staff will be happy totake care of your prescription needs,
Once you see their great customerservice, you will be a customer for life!
Fast Personal Service. Free City-Wide DeliveryWe accept most insurance and MedicaidGifts include: Bean Pod Candles • Harvest Home CandlesCollegiate and High School Jewelry • Nora Fleming • Prissy PlatesArchipelago Botanicals Skin Care • Lindi Skin Care • Greeting Cards
Call 770-834-3393or visit them soon!
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GAStroenteroLoGy
ASSoCIAteS
Specialists in the Detection and Treatment of Digestive Diseases,Hepatitis and Colon Cancer
Providing expert care to patients has been the hallmark of
Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates (AGA) for over 30 years.
Long considered the premier gastroenterology practice in the
southeast, the practice has expanded to meet the growing
needs of its patients and now has three offices in West Georgia:
Douglasville, Hiram and Villa Rica.
AGA’s Board Certified gastroenterologists in these offices –
Dr. Jay Garten, Dr. Neal Osborn and Dr. Anupama Ravi – offer
the knowledge and experience valued by patients who are
suffering from digestive problems or liver disease. Our physicians
evaluate and treat a wide range of common and complex
disorders, including acid reflux, Barrett’s esophagus, constipation
and diarrhea, Crohn's disease, liver disease and hepatitis,
intestinal polyps, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcers and ulcerative
colitis. Additionally, our physicians are trained in the pain-free
removal of hemorrhoids using a banding procedure that can be
performed right in the office.
Colon Cancer Screenings
One of the most important procedures our physicians perform is
a screening colonoscopy. As the second leading cause of cancer-
related death in the United States, colon cancer will claim more
than 49,000 lives this year alone. But it is also one of the few can-
cers that, when detected in its early stages, is highly preventable.
Following the American Cancer Society’s guidelines, our Board
Certified physicians recommend screening colonoscopies for
every adult beginning at age 50, and for African Americans, at age
45. For those with a family history of colon cancer, or other risk
factors, screening could start at a younger age.
While there is evidence that more people are getting screened
than in previous years, only about half of those ages 50 or older
are being tested. The test itself is performed under light sedation,
usually takes less than 30 minutes, and is the single best method
for detecting colon cancer in its early stages and for removing
pre-cancerous polyps. In West Georgia, most colon cancer
screenings are performed on an outpatient basis at our West
Metro Endoscopy Center in Douglasville.
Whether it’s time for a screening colonoscopy – or you’re suffering
from digestive problems of any kind – the physicians at Atlanta
Gastroenterology Associates encourage you to take charge of
your health. Talk to your primary care physician about a referral or
call toll-free: 1-866-GO-TO-AGA [468-6242]. To find out more
about the practice, visit www.atlantagastro.com or find us on
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/atlantagastro.
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THE SUBJECT OF STRESS is one that can be interpreted and discussed in different ways. There is no “one way” to analyze stress. It can be good or bad - having positive benefits or negative consequences.Stress can be a tool to motivate and compel us to actionor a negative influence that is detrimental to our health.The bottom line to success or failure in dealing withstress is the simple matter of how we react to it.
Regardless of where the stress originates, or what thecauses may be, the important thing for all of us as individuals is to learn how to deal with it. “Casting allyour care upon him, for he cares for you” (1 Pet. 5:7).The cure for care is casting! Casting it upon the Lord.Christians should be, generally speaking, the most relaxed people on earth. The Lord promises that Hewill strengthen us if we “wait” on Him: “He givethpower to the faint; and to them that have no might heincreaseth strength. Even the youths shall faint and beweary, and the young men shall utterly fall: But theythat wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength;they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run,and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint”(Isa. 40:29-31). This is the proper form of relaxation
when dealing with problematic and stressful situations.
By waiting on the Lord, we learn what is important and what is not. One of the best ways to deal with stress is to be preoccupied with the Lord’s work. The Christian has “died” to the passions of the world and now lives through his resurrection with Christ (Colossians 3:1-3; Romans 6:3-5). Everything, then, should be viewed as it relates to Christ. Christ takes the stressful burdens upon Himself if we will come to Him with our problems. Give your heart to Jesus, slow down, and relax! “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be ofgood cheer; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).
Remedy for Stress
Slow Cooker Shredded Beef1½ pounds top sirloin beef Cooking spray 1 (16-ounce) package frozen pepper stir-fry (such as Bird’s Eye) 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce ¼ cup steak sauce (such as A1) ½ cup salsa 1 tablespoon granulated sugar ½ teaspoon salt
Trim fat from sirloin. Place sirloin in a 4 ½-quart electric slowcooker coated with cooking spray. Top with pepper stir-fry. Combine tomato sauce and steak sauce; pour over peppers. Cover and cook on high heat setting 1 hour. Reduce heat to low setting, and cook 7 hours.
Remove sirloin from slow cooker. Shred sirloin with 2 forks. Return shredded steak to slow cooker; turn off slow cooker. Add salsa, sugar, and salt. Cover and let stand 15 minutes.
Yield: 6 servings (this can easily be frozen for future meals). Calories 272 Fat 9g Sodium 647mg Protein 35g Fiber 1.8g
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ardiac arrest is an extremely serious condition becausewhen the heart stops beating, it is unable to pump
oxygenated blood and in return can cause serious brain damage. It occurs when an abnormal heart rhythm causes theheart to stop beating. During heart resuscitation, a surge ofblood goes to the brain, further damaging brain tissue.
Immediately after the heartbeat has been restored, therapeutichypothermia involves quickly applying ice and placing a largeintravenous catheter in the patient to moderately lower thebody temperature about six degrees. The patient is then putinto a drug-induced coma in intensive care for 24 hours beforedoctors gradually increase the patient’s temperature to normal.
“We are thrilled to be able to provide this life-changing serviceto the Douglasville community,” said Salvatore Mannino, D.O.,interventional cardiologist with WellStar Medical Group, Cardiovascular Medicine. “Therapeutic hypothermia has beenproven to be one of the most effective techniques available forpreventing brain damage following cardiac arrest and we areconfident it can help our patients not only survive cardiac arrest, but also have a better quality of life following their cardiac event.”
Scientists suggest that bringing the body temperature downslows the body’s metabolism, which helps protect the brainfrom some of the damage that occurred during the surge ofblood to the brain during resuscitation. If the body were to remain at normal temperatures after cardiac arrest and resuscitation, inflammatory and other responses would occur,negatively affecting brain tissue.
WellStar Douglas Hospital offers complete cardiac care at itsChest Pain Center. The Chest Pain Center, accredited by theSociety of Chest Pain Centers, provides immediate care for patients suffering from chest pain. The process from check-into check-out is comprehensive, efficient and meticulous. Physicians work with nurses and emergency medical personnelto provide rapid and potentially life-saving treatment.
Other treatments available include Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, diagnostic catheterization, cardiac rehabilitation,24 hour/7 days-a-week cardiology coverage, heart screeningsand educational programs.
WellStar Health System strives to help you get well, live well,and stay well. For a physician referral, call 770-956-STAR.
New Treatment for CardiacArrest Patients at WellStarDouglas Hospital
WellStar DouglaS HoSpital is now offering an innovative new
treatment for cardiac arrest patients. therapeutic hypothermia is a
treatment that drastically lowers a patient’s body temperature following
cardiac arrest, and can help prevent brain damage after heart resuscitation.
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No experience, pre-registration, or commitment
necessary; just drop in 10 minutes before class to fill
out our waiver. • • • Your first class is free!
Located on 401 Rome Street - just off the square770-490-6154
With eight teachers, and a widerange of classes, we have somethingfor everyone — the basics classes toa slightly more upbeat tempo andchallenging poses. Fitness yoga,prenatal, and Kundalini.
carrolltoncommunityyoga.com
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When your teen gets a driver’s license, it’s important to setsome rules of the road beyond the relevant driving laws. Byclearly defining your expectations before you hand over thecar keys, you’ll reduce the risk of frustrating conflicts, costlycrashes and other problems. What’s more, you’ll feel moreconfident about your teen’s safety.
“The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that adriving contract be signed between parents and their childwhen a teen is first learning to drive,” said Dr. Kathy Monroe,Emergency Medicine physician at Children’s of Alabama.“These are great tools because they initiate important topicsto talk about before the car keys are relinquished.”
The rules you establish may cover a wide range of factorssuch as seatbelts, passengers, curfews, and dealing with distractions like cell phones. Try to involve your teen in the process of creating the rules and consequences. Thiseliminates gray areas and stresses that you take the rules seriously and your teen should too.
Texting and Driving
Inattentive driving is becoming more of a problem as people“multitask” by talking on the phone, texting or checkingmessages as they drive.
When people text while behind the wheel, they’re focusingtheir attention — and often their eyes — on something otherthan the road. In fact, driving while texting can be more dan-gerous than driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The problem is multitasking. The human brain just isn’t capable of doing several things at once and giving full attention to all of them. So you can get into some majordanger if you text in situations that require your full focus.
Nighttime Driving
Ease teens into driving after dark. While many states’ provisional licenses don’t require teens to be home untilmidnight, you might want to set an earlier curfew, then extend it as you see fit. Driving at night is even more dangerous for new drivers.
Speeding
Make sure that your teen driver understands the consequencesof speeding — how it can lead to potential deadly crashes,costly tickets, demerit points associated with tickets, and revoked driving privileges. Consider making your youngdriver responsible for paying speeding tickets and any insurance rate hikes they cause.
Seatbelts
Studies show that teens are the least likely age group to wearsafety belts, so it’s important to stress the importance ofwearing them. Make buckling up a rule for your teen and allpassengers. Nearly every state fines drivers and passengers fornot wearing seatbelts, sometimes as much as $200!
Drinking and Driving
Teens should understand that driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol — or getting in the car with someonewho is — can be a fatal mistake. Encourage teens to call for a ride — regardless of the time or whether they’re somewhere off-limits — and promise to withhold punishment and questions.
Weather Conditions
Set ground rules with your teen about which conditions areOK to drive in and which aren’t. Explain that if he or she isdriving and a strong storm starts, it makes sense to pull offthe roadway and wait it out — even if curfew is compromisedbecause of bad weather, safety always comes first.
And from time to time, get in the passenger seat while yourteen drives. This will give you a sense of how comfortable heor she is behind the wheel — and how comfortable you arehanding over the keys. Creating rules for the road now canhelp build a foundation for safe driving that your teen willhave forever.
For more information about this or other health and safety topics,
visit www.childrensal.org.
Rules of The Road
Reiterate to your child that while they are behind the wheel,
the phone needs to be put up completely.
Teens are the least likely age group to wear safety belts
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Although many people will influence our lives for betteror for worse, there are those certain few that will affectus on a greater scale than all others. One of the peoplewho has the potential to make an indelible print on ourlives forever is our father. And each man who decidesto become a father must realize that with the titlecomes a grand responsibility. God certainly helps fathers with the information to become the men theyneed to be. The word of God is filled with divine guidance for every father. Let’s notice one such passage as God describes the making of a dad inProverbs 20:3-7: “It is honorable for a man to stop striving,
since any fool can start a quarrel. The lazy man will not
plow because of winter; He will beg during harvest and have
nothing. Counsel in the heart of a man is like deep water,
But a man of understanding will draw it out. Most men will
proclaim each his own goodness, But who can find a faithful
man? The righteous man walks in his integrity; His children
are blessed after him.”
DaDs NeeD PaTIeNCe (v. 3) - One translation of this passage says, “It is an honor for a man to remain farfrom strife; but every fool shows his teeth.” We haveall seen angry and irritable dogs who showed theirteeth, but what kid wants to be around an irritable dadwho is constantly growling at them? God’s dad worksto make his personality one that is positive and patientand demonstrates the characteristics of his heavenly father. A constant prayer of each father should be:“Lord, help me control my temper, help me to demon-strate more love for my children and may they see mesmile at them more and more.”
DaDs NeeD To Work HarD (v. 4) - I have often said thatmy dad is the hardest working man I have ever beenaround. I still believe that to be true. He helped usboys to learn not to be afraid of working hard anddoing your best at what you do. Too many fatherstoday go to work and then come home and plop downin front of the T.V. for the rest of the night thinkingtheir job is done. But God’s dad knows that the Wordsays, “redeem the time” and that spending time withchildren is all part of a day’s work. Although my dad
worked very hard, he always had time to throw the ballwith us in the backyard and to be at all of our events. Agood dad knows hard work doesn’t end at the job site,but that it continues at home with the wife and kids!
DaDs NeeD To Be FaITHFul (v. 6) - God’s dad is a faithful man. Many men will state their love for theirwives and children - but how do they demonstrate thatlove? Is it with time spent with them in meaningfulconversation or activities? Is it taking time to help meetthe emotional needs of his family? Is he taking the roleof the spiritual leader in the home? This world needsmore faithful dads - but more importantly your homeneeds a faithful dad!
DaDs NeeD To Be rIgHTeous (v. 7) - “The righteous
man walks in his integrity.” Living righteously is morethan simply attending church services. It is living a lifeof integrity committed to Jesus Christ. Being a discipleof Jesus includes being dedicated to His word, toprayer, which equates to learning more about Him and asking for the power to become more like Him!
May God bless all of our dads with the determination to enhance their lives and become more like their heavenly Father. And by doing so make the lives of their children immeasurably better by them having a dad made by God.
A Dad Made By God
“... help me to demonstrate more love for my children and may they see me smile at them more and more.”
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God is like... BAYER ASPIRIN He works miracles.
God is like... A FORD He’s got a better idea
God is like... COKE He’s the real thing
God is like... HALLMARK CARDS He cares enough to send His very best
God is like... TIDE He gets the stains out that others leave behind
God is like... DELTA He’s ready when you are
God is like... ALKA-SELTZER Try Him, you’ll like Him
God is like... SCOTCH TAPE You can’t see Him, but youknow He’s there
God is like... ALLSTATE You’re in good handswith Him.
God is like... CHEVROLETthe heart beat of America
God is like... DIAL SOAP Aren’t you glad you have Him? Don’t you wish everybody did?
God is like... MAXWELL HOUSEGood to the very last drop
God is like... BOUNTY He is the quicker picker upper, can handle the tough jobsand He won’t fall apart on you
A fifth grade teacher in a Christian school asked her class to look at TV commercials and see if theycould use them in ways to communicate ideas about God.
RESTORATIVE YOGA HELPS TO decrease the heart rate, blood pressure, and to both stimulate and soothe the organs, resulting in a calmer state ofmind, and increased concentration. This style of yogaincorporates gentle stretching, breathing exercises, andmindfulness exercises in an effort to decrease anxietyand physical tension.
There are several props that are used during each session to support the bones and muscles, which greatlyhelps you to move into a deeper state of relaxation.Clients are often reminded to let the props support thebody, so that there is no need to exert any unnecessaryeffort. One example of a restorative pose is called legsup the wall. You get into this pose by lying on theground with your hips as close to the wall as possibleand the legs reaching up and resting against the wall.The hips can be elevated with a bolster pillow, and theneck supported with a blanket folded under the head.
Each pose is typically held for approximately five minutes. The holds are longer in an effort to relax themuscles and connective tissue involved in the stretch,thus increasing your flexibility. Throughout the class,there are many reminders to keep your mind open andreturn your focus to the breath each time you realizethat you are being distracted. The more consistently you
practice this, the longer increments of time the mindcan remain gently focused and calm.
Some of the practical benefits of this type of yogapractice involve applying what you learn in class tothe rest of your life. Maybe that means that you areable to breath more fully with less effort. Or perhapsyou are able to utilize and benefit from a simple
breathing exercise the next time you are dealing with aparticularly stressful situation, that arises at work or athome. Practicing restorative yoga can also increase yourlevel of flexibility and ease in the body, leading to overallimprovement of mobility in your everyday activities.Yoga is called a practice because the more consistentlyyou engage in yoga on your mat, the more you are ableto bring it into your life off of the mat.
Whether you are new to yoga, or just want to explorerestorative yoga, this class provides a great opportunityfor you to slow down for a bit and let go of stored uptension in the mind and the body. It is not necessary to bring anything to class except for an open mind. The studio has props available for clients to borrow during each class session. Join us for a class soon! Your first class is free! Carrollton Community Yoga has many different types of yoga classes that we offer,such as basic, mixed-level, basic/restorative, fitness, and kundalini. The basic-restorative classes meet 3 timesa week on Tuesdays 9:30am -10:45am, Wednesdays6:00pm-7:15pm, Fridays 10:00am-11:15am.
Please check out our full class schedule, complete withclass descriptions, special rate packages, and upcomingevents at carrolltoncommunityyoga.com.
- by Angie Pace
Restore and recharge with restorative
yoga! With life moving at such a quick
pace, it is vital to set aside time each
week to release stress, both physical
and mental. Restorative yoga is a
wonderful way to let go of stress in
your life, while getting a gentle
stretch throughout your entire body.
there are a variety of poses
with their own specific benefits.
Restorative Yoga
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Dear Mama: It might be helpful to understand playtherapy and what a play therapist does in order to betterunderstand why the school counselor may have madethis recommendation.
Children naturally play and their play is a form of communicating about their world. Children learn tounderstand, process, and explain their world throughthe language of play. Think about your daughter playing doctor or playing house: She may be trying tounderstand the role the doctor has or the role a mom or a dad has in a house. By playing out house or doctor,she is making sense of what it means to be a doctor, a mom, a dad and she is able to communicate her understanding of this through her play.
A play therapist is trained in myriad play techniques andinterventions to assist children with communicating difficult feelings through the child’s natural play language. For example, a play therapist may use puppets to tell the story of loss and grief or may engage in play directed by the child. By using play,
and encouraging the child’s use of play, the therapist is able to assist the child with working through experiences that may be difficult.
A play therapist would use play to assist your daughterwith being able to express the loss of this special family member.
Your school counselor may have a list of therapists in the area who are trained in play therapy. You may alsofind resources through your health insurance company,by calling the Georgia Behavioral Health Link line at 800-715-4225, or by contacting the Georgia PlayTherapy Association.
Dear Sara: A column from Sara Anderson, LPC, founder of Solutions Community Services, a behavioral health organizationserving the West Georgia area.
The Loss of a Family Pet
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Dear Sara:
My 6-year old daughter saw our family dog run over by a car and now she’s having a hard
time sleeping at night. She cries all the time about the dog and keeps asking for him to come
home. She says she keeps seeing him sleep in the road and it’s scary to her and she doesn’t
want to sleep at night. Her school work is suffering because she’s tired all the time. She
seems irritable and doesn’t seem to have much energy. She also doesn’t want to visit with her
best friend because she says seeing her friend’s dog makes her too sad. Her school counselor
suggested I find a play therapist for her, but I’m not sure that playing is really going to
help her understand about our dog. It seems like she just needs to talk about what’s happened
and understand that death is part of life. Suggestions?
- Her Mama
The loss of the family dog is
difficult because of the special
relationship the dog has with
each member of the family:
protector, friend, companion
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Sudoku PuzzleThe puzzle was popularized in
1986 by the Japanese puzzle
company Nikoli, under the name
Sudoku, meaning single number.
Fill in the grid so that
every row,
every column,
and every 3x3 box
contains the numbers
1 through to 9.
There is only one solution
to the puzzle.
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Decision to Take Action leARn KARAteS e l f - C o n f i D e n C e S e l f - D i S C i P l i n e f i t n e S S
The consequence of the decisions and actions we take inour lives reflects our physical and mental health. Somepeople feel that they have struggled with obstacles alltheir lives. While others think and have positive viewsabout their lives and life in general. These are the onesthat see an obstacle and look at it as a goal to overcomeand to achieve success. These people are the ones thatdo or have studied a program like Karate. It is an amazing human development tool.
Karate can be defined as a weaponless means of self-defense that uses the entire muscle system of the body.It has a forceful offensive and defensive technique thatuses all parts of the body to their maximum advantage.Karate can also be defined as one of the best activity foryour mental and physical health.
Improves Focus The execution of karate techniques requires the student to concentrate on each technique.Concentration helps the student develop better listening abilities, study habits and the ability to followinstructions. The ability to focus will help in all aspectsof life at any age.
Self-Confidence Self-confidence develops throughoutour lives, the successes, the failures and life experiences.Karate teaches to accept responsibility for ones own behavior and to eliminate harmful habits. It helps thestudent to reach for the successes and learn from thefailures.
Self-Discipline Karate teaches the student to makepersonal commitment to be positive and set positivegoals. Goals give purpose and direction in life. Thestudent learns through hard work and persistence theyhave the ability to achieve their goals. They learn tomotivate themselves how to use time management toget the task done.
Fitness The Physical fitness of Karate improves reflexes, balance and coordination. It increasesstrength, stamina, stress control and performance in all physical activities. Karate is an excellence choice for weight control. A typical karate workout, which
involves a vigorous training and using extensive movement of the entire body, has an estimated calorie-consumption of about six hundred calories per hour.
Self Defense Hands on scenarios using defense techniques gives the student confidence dealing withconfrontations. The student understands the self-defense techniques and how to use them effectively.They learn to recognize types of threats, how to analyze and how to defuse the situation or to take whatever measures to ensure their safety.
Karate offers endless benefits and skills to everyone andat all ages. Make the decision to take action and learnthis wonderful art.
Billie Robinson, Renshi Shihan
Robinson Karate Dojo www.robinsonkaratedojo.com
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Find each of the following words.
BEVERAGES
BREAKFAST
CARBOHYDRATES
CONTROL
DAIRY
DIET
DINNER
EXERCISE
FOOD
JUNK FOOD
LUNCH
MEALTIMES
MEAT
PORTIONS
PROTEIN
PYRAMID
SNACKS
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emergenCy diAl 911
AmBUlAnCe serviCesAmbucare770-537-1946
Ambulance770-537-9911 (Bremen, Buchanan, Tallapoosa)
west georgia Ambulance770-832-9689
AmBUlAnCe serviCes—AirCritical Care medflight770-513-9148
HospitAlsFloyd medical Center706-509-5000
Higgins general Hospital770-824-2000 - Bremen
piedmont newnan Hospital770-400-1000
tanner medical Center-Carrollton770-836-9666
tanner medical Center-villa rica770-456-3000
wellstar douglasville Hospital770-949-1500
willowbrooke at tanner770-836-9551
otHer emergenCy nUmBersBureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, firearms & Explosives1-800-800-3855
Committee for missing Children678-376-62651-800-525-8204 (24 HR)
Crime, trauma, death scene & Bio terrorism Clean-Up1-888-979-2272
Csx transportation police department1-800-232-0144—Railroad Emergencies
emA local770-830-5882 (Carroll County)
emA state404-635-7000
emA Federal1-800-621-fEMA (3362)TTY 1-800-462-7585
Fire: non-emergency770-537-3331 (Bremen)770-646-0077 (Buchanan & Haralson County)770-832-3456 (Carrollton)770-832-3456 (Heard County)
Forest Fire770-646-5501 (Buchanan & Haralson County)770-836-6715 (Carroll County)706-675-3568 (Heard County)
georgia Bureau of investigation (gBi)404-244-2600
georgia Crisis & Access line1-800-715-4225
georgia domestic violence Hotline1-800-338-6745
georgia natural resources1-800-241-4113
georgia state patrol:Carroll County770-459-3661 (Villa Rica)
Haralson & polk County 770-749-2200 (Cedartown)
Heard County770-254-7200 (Newnan)
georgia Utilities protection Center, inc.Call before you dig Dial 8-1-1 or 1-800-282-7411
Homeland security1-800-BE-READY1-800-237-3239
national response Center1-800-424-8802
national suicide prevention lifeline1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)1-800-799-4TTY (1-800-799-4889)
norfolk southern railroad police1-800-453-2530
poison Control Center1-800-222-1222 (National)404-616-9000 (Metro Atlanta)404-616-9287 (TTY)
police: non-emergency770-537-4441 (Bremen)770-646-5246 (Buchanan)770-834-4451 (Carrollton)770-574-7211 (Tallapoosa)
U.s. marshall404-331-6833
U.s. secret service404-331-6111
United way 2-1-1To find or Give Help Dial 2-1-1404-614-1000 (outside Atlanta)
UtilitieseleCtriCityCarroll emC770-832-3552
georgia power Company1-888-660-5890
nAtUrAl gAsCoweta-Fayette emC natural gas770-502-0226
gas south866-762-6427
scana energy877-467-2262
propAne gAsAlpine gas, inc.770-834-7159
gas, inc. 770-832-7420
telepHoneAt&tResidential 1-888-757-6500Business 1-866-620-6000
wAterCarroll County water Authority770-832-1277
City of Bowden770-258-8980
City of Carrollton770-830-2000
City of mt. zion770-832-1622
City of temple770-562-3369
Haralson County770-646-5375
Heard County water Authority706-675-3358
information at your fingertips.
Helpful numbers of area services.
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Allergy CliniCsAtlanta Allergy & Asthma Clinic pC770-942-7696
Buchanan, Ariana md770-832-1984
peachtree Allergy & Asthma Clinic770-832-1984
Assisted living Ashbrook village770-459-8061
wesley woods newnan770-683-6833
AUtism serviCesChildren’s Healthcare of west georgia770-838-8640
willowbrook at tanner770-456-3266
Beddingsit ‘n’ sleep770-834-1122
BeHAviorAl HeAltHsolutions Community services770-646-6806
tanner Behavioral Health770-836-9551
west georgia Behavioral Health770-456-3722—Villa Rica770-812-5870—Carrollton
BreAst CAreComprehensive Breast Care Center770-812-5886
Higgins general Hospital7701-824-2292
tanner Breast Health in Carrollton770-836-9280
tanner Breast Health in villa rica770-456-3400
CAnCer CAre Centersroy richards, sr. Cancer Center770-836-9824
tanner radiation oncology770-836-9824
CHiroprACtorsAlpha Back Clinic770-832-7723
villa rica Chiropractic Center770-459-8439
west georgia spine Center770-834-6669
CoUnselors
tanner Behavioral Health770-836-9557 (Carrollton)770-456-3266 (Villa Rica)
dentAl serviCes
dr. Fred Atwell, dds770-832-8819
eAr, nose & tHroAtwellstar medical group, Bi-County ent, douglasville770-949-4200
villa rica ear, nose & throat770-459-0408
elder lAwperkins law Firm770-214-8885
pitts & zanaty855-565-6211
emergenCy response eqUipmentquality lifestyles marketing, inc.770-834-2013
FAmily & generAl prACtiCeCarrollton Family Healthcare770-832-9593
minor emergency Family medicine770-456-0911
new georgia Family Healthcare770-456-3333
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primary Care of Bremen770-537-6500
tallapoosa Family Healthcare770-824-2800
tanner Family Healthcare of Franklin706-675-6949
tanner immediate Care770-949-7500
tanner primary Care of Carrollton770-812-5831
tanner primary Care of west paulding770-456-3866
villa rica Family medicine770-456-3790
wellstar medical group, douglasvillemedical Center, douglasville770-947-3000
west Carroll Family Healthcare770-258-5424
west georgia Family medicine 770-459-4411
woodland Family Healthcare256-449-2001
Fitness Carrollton Community yoga770-490-6154
robinson Karate dojo770-830-6324
gAstroenterologyAtlanta gastroenterology Associates404-888-7575
gastroenterology Associates770-456-3786—Bremen, Carrollton, Villa Rica
tanner internal medicine of Carrollton770-834-0813
generAl sUrgeryCarrollton surgical group770-537-4702—Bremen770-834-3336—Carrollton770-456-3646—Villa Rica
HeAring serviCesBeltone of west georgia 770-557-2360
HeArt CAre Centerstanner Heart & vascular specialists770-836-9326—Bremen, Carrollton, Villa Rica770-836-9326—Woodland, AL
tanner vascular surgery770-812-5902
wellstar medical group, Cardiovascularmedicine, douglasville678-715-5080
Home HeAltH CAre eqUipment & sUppliestallapoosa Home Care Co.770-574-9126
Home HeAltH serviCesgentiva Health services678-840-4475
tanner Home Health770-834-5438
HomemAKer serviCesCouncil on Aging770-489-3100
HospiCesAltus Healthcare & Hospice770-456-4643
tanner Hospice Care770-214-2355
HospitAl eqUipment & sUppliesApothecary shoppe pharmacy770-459-9499
garrett drug Co.770-537-2364
HospitAlizAtion, mediCAl & sUrgiCAl plAnsButler sheila J & Company770-834-4291
HospitAlisttanner intensive medical services770-836-9666
HospitAlsChildrens of Alabama205-939-9100
Higgins general Hospital770-824-2000
piedmont newnan Hospital770-253-1912
tanner medical Center-Carrollton770-836-9666—Carrollton770-456-3000—Villa Rica
willowbrooke at tanner770-836-9551
wellstar douglas Hospital770-949-1500
independent livingCottage landing770-830-8857
inFeCtioUs diseAsesinfectious diseases of west georgia770-812-5837
wellstar medical group, infectious disease, douglasville770-920-3076
in-Home CAreguardian Angel of west gA, inc. 770-836-0766
internAl mediCineinternal medicine of Carrollton770-812-5222
mirror lake internal medicine770-456-3839
primary Care group of west georgia, pC770-838-5864
tanner internal medicine of Carrollton770-834-0813
west georgia internal medicine770-834-6208
mAmmogrAms & imAgingtanner Breast Health of villa rica770-456-3400
wellstar douglas imaging Center professional parkway, douglasville678-838-2592
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wellstar douglas imaging Center, douglasville770-920-6390
mAssAge tHerApistBremen Health & wellness Center770-537-5555
Healing Hands770-214-3500
massage therapy770-214-2302
meAls on wHeels/nUtrition Council on Aging770-489-3100
mediCAl Alert systemsphilps lifeline866-714-5295
mediCAl eqUipment & sUppliesBowden Homecare dme inc.770-258-5055
garrett drug Co.770-537-2364
Jim Cash pharmacy770-646-3570
lovvorn drugs770-537-8889
mentAl HeAltH serviCestanner Behavioral Health770-836-9551770-456-3266
tanner employee Assistance program770-834-8327888-732-5422
minor emergenCyminor emergency Family medicine770-456-0911
tanner immediate Care770-949-7500
neUrologydouglas neurology Associates678-838-2180
tanner neurology770-812-5910
the neuropsychiatric Clinic of Atlanta villa rica pC678-840-8446
west georgia sleep disorders Center & neurology Associates770-832-2775—Carrollton770-489-3969—Douglasville770-832-2775—Hiram770-631-4600—Peachtree City
nUrsing HomesCarrollton manor inc.770-834-1737
Countryside Health Center770-646-3861
Heritage Healthcare of Franklin706-675-6674
the oaks of Carrollton770-834-3501
oBstetriCsgyneCologyCarrollton obstetrics & gynecology770-214-2229
douglas women’s Center pC770-941-8662
eric r vera, md770-771-5235
m. michelle vera, md770-771-5230
tanner medical Center/villa rica maternity Center770-456-3000
villa rica oB/gyn770-456-3850
w. steve worthy maternity Center770-836-9666—Carrollton
wellstar medical group, north douglasoB/gyn, douglasville770-949-4188
wellstar medical group, south CobboB/gyn, douglasville770-489-4500
west georgia obstetrics & gynecology770-834-0170
women’s Care of west georgia770-771-5230
ortHopAediCs Carrollton orthopaedic Clinic770-834-0873
orthopaedic Clinic770-537-0611 (Bremen)770-834-0873 (Carrollton)770-459-0408 (Villa Rica)
pinnacle orthopaedics & sports medicine770-456-1659
pAin mAnAgementtanner pain management770-812-5720
pediAtriC serviCesCarousel pediatrics770-834-0606
Children’s Healthcare of west georgia770-824-2430—Bremen770-838-8640—Carrollton770-456-3265—Villa Rica
douglasville pediatrics770-949-2250
pediatric & neonatal Clinic770-949-9985
sandhill pediatrics770-834-4717
wellstar medical group, Creekside pediatrics, douglasville770-920-9963
westcare pediatrics and Adult medicine770-832-2005
westcare villa rica pediatrics 770-459-9378
pHArmACiesCarrollton pharmacy770-834-7733
Clayton pharmacy770-537-2321
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turner pharmacy770-832-7076
pHysiCiAn Findertanner medical Center770-214-CARE (2273)
wellstar Health system770-956-STAR (7827)
podiAtry serviCes west georgia podiatry Associates770-459-3232
psyCHiAtry serviCeswest georgia Behavioral Health770-812-5870—Carrollton770-456-3722—Villa Rica
willowbrooke at tanner770-836-9551
pUlmonAry serviCestanner lung & sleep specialists770-456-3380,
wellstar medical group, pulmonarymedicine, douglasville770-422-1372
reHABilitAtion CentersA driving Advantage770-830-0045
John and Barbara tanner Cardiacrehab Center770-838-8289
southern therapy services, inc.770-832-2484
tanner Cardiac rehabilitation770-838-8289
tanner rehabilitation770-824-2291
senior Citizens serviCesAmberley senior Community770-505-0509
Area Agency on Aging of northwest georgia706-802-5506
Comfort Keepers678-715-8624
greenbrooke senior Community678-567-0007
sleep disorder Centertanner Center for sleep disorders770-836-9146—Carrollton770-456-3546—Villa Rica
wellstar medical group, pulmonarymedicine, douglasville770-422-1372
west georgia lung & sleepmedicine llC
770-838-5864
west georgia sleep disorders Center770-832-2775
sUpport groUpsBremen Food & Clothing Bank770-537-0920
west georgia Habitat for Humanity770-838-0399
sUrgiCAl serviCesCarrollton surgical group770-537-4702—Bremen770-834-3336—Carrollton770-456-3646—Villa Rica
wellstar medical group, douglas surgical Associates, douglasville770-942-4822
west georgia Center for plastic surgery770-834-6302
west georgia laser Center770-834-2470
trAnsportAtionnon emergenCysoutheast shuttle770-832-7786
vAsCUlAr sUrgerytanner vascular surgery770-812-5902
volUnteer serviCesCouncil on Aging770-489-3100
wHeelCHAirs-liFts & rAmpsB & w Handicap equipment inc.770-460-1909
wHeelCHAirs-rentingApothecary shoppe pharmacy770-459-9499
plaza Homecare770-459-2999
woUnd CAre Centerstanner medical Center770-214-CARE (2273)
wellstar Health system770-956-STAR (7827)
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Springs 2007-2008.
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mation from the organization and assess if
this organization meets your particular needs.
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