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Gold Seal accreditation!
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Benefits of robotic surgery
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Secondhand smoke affects more than your lungs If you misplaced your keys this morning, don’t be so quick to blame your age. In
addition to affecting your lungs, new research suggests that secondhand smoke may contribute to memory lapses, too. When comparing the memory func-tion of a group of smokers to two groups of nonsmokers, scientists found that smokers performed the worst on memory tests, forgetting 30 percent more than nonsmokers who weren’t exposed to secondhand smoke. Interestingly, one group of nonsmokers—people who had been regularly exposed to secondhand smoke for an average of more than four years—forgot almost 20 percent more in the memory tests than the nonsmokers who weren’t
exposed to secondhand smoke. Avoiding secondhand smoke can have numerous benefits because smoking
is also linked to other serious conditions, such as lung cancer. For some, memory loss may be unavoidable, but keeping your mind active may help strengthen your
memory. Change up your routine and challenge your mind with new situations. Exercise, such as walking, and games, such as puzzles, are a great way to work out your mind.
What’s the beef? A juicy, pan-fried steak can sure hit the spot. But that delicious piece of red meat may actually increase your risk of prostate cancer by up to 40 percent. A new study examined the data of nearly 2,000 men involved in a prostate cancer study and asked them questions about the types of meat and poul-try they ate, how they cooked it and how well done they liked their meat. The results showed that men who ate more than 1.5 servings of pan-fried meat per week increased their risk of advanced prostate cancer by 30 percent, and those who ate more than 2.5 servings per week increased the risk by 40 percent.
Researchers think that the increased risk results from cancer-causing chemicals that are formed when sugars and amino acids are cooked at higher temperatures for lon-ger periods of time. To lower your cancer risk, limit the amount of fat you consume from animal sources, and instead eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and foods such as whole grains and beans.
Healthbriefs Multivitamins may lessen cancer risk
Ever wonder if that multivitamin you take every morning is actually hav-ing a health benefit? Well, for men, it may lower the risk of cancer, accord-ing to a new study published in The Journal of the American Medical
Association. The study tracked more than 14,000 male doctors, all at least 50 years old, who were
randomly assigned to take either a multivitamin or a placebo each day. After about 11 years, researchers found an 8 percent reduction in total cancers among men who took the multivitamins. However, the study found no impact on rates of prostate cancer, the most common type of cancer among the men in the study.
While the connection between multivitamins and cancer risk is still unclear, scientists hypothesize that multivitamins may help because they mimic the content of fruits and veg-etables, which have been linked with cancer reduction. Multivitamins are beneficial in preventing vitamin and mineral deficiencies.
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Tomball Regional Medical Center (TRMC)
and the Medical Complex Surgery Center,
an outpatient surgery center, have earned
The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval®
for accreditation by demonstrating compliance
with national standards for healthcare quality
and safety.
“In achieving Joint Commission accreditation,
we’ve demonstrated our commitment to maintain
excellence and continually improve the care we
provide,” says Bud Wethington, chief executive
officer of TRMC. “Joint Commission accreditation
provides us a framework
to take our organization
to the next level and
helps create a culture of
safety and excellence.”
TRMC underwent a
rigorous onsite survey in
December 2012. A team
of Joint Commission
expert surveyors
evaluated TRMC for compliance with standards
of care specific to the needs of patients, including
infection prevention and control, leadership and
medication management.
The Joint Commission’s standards address
important functions relating to patient care and
the management of hospitals and an ambulatory
care organization. The standards are developed in
consultation with healthcare experts, providers,
measurement experts and patients.
A letter from our Ceo
Dear frienDS, The past year at Tomball
Regional Medical Center (TRMC)
has been a dynamic time of
change and growth, and we
remain committed to providing quality healthcare while
making a difference in people’s lives.
We have spent more than $12 million in the last
15 months on capital improvements that include
all-new patient beds and IV pumps, new flooring,
expansion of the Sleep Disorder Center and the
addition of the da Vinci® Surgical System.
We also recently earned The Joint Commission’s
Gold Seal of Approval® for accreditation by
demonstrating compliance with The Joint
Commission’s national standards for healthcare quality
and safety for both TRMC and the Medical Complex
Surgery Center, an outpatient surgery center.
In achieving Joint Commission accreditation,
we’ve demonstrated our commitment to maintain
excellence and continually improve the care we
provide. I am extremely proud of our accomplish-
ments, and I look forward to more safety and quality
accolades in 2013 and beyond.
We’re constantly striving to enhance the
services we provide. This year, we’re excited to start
expanding our emergency room and operating suites.
It’s our goal to create great places for employees
to work, doctors to practice and patients to receive
care. We know that you have a choice for your
healthcare, and I thank you for choosing TRMC.
Yours in health,
Bud WethingtonChief Executive OfficerTomball Regional Medical Center
bud WeThingTonChief Executive officer
Tops in care!TRMC earns the Gold Seal of Approval
4 Spring 2013
bring your heart rate down gradually.
Do use proper form to reduce your risk
of overuse injuries like tendinitis and
stress fractures.
Do use appropriate safety gear. Depending on the sport, this may mean
knee or wrist pads or a helmet. Make
sure your equipment is the correct size,
fits well and is in good repair.
Do accept your body’s limits. You may
not be able to perform at the same level
you did 10 or 20 years ago. Modify activ-
ities as necessary.
Don’t increase your exercise level too quickly. Build up gradually, especially if
you’ve been inactive.
Do cross-train. Not only does striving
for a total body workout of cardiovas-
cular, strength training and flexibility
exercises promote overall fitness, it also
reduces injury risk.
Do stay hydrated. Drink water before,
during and after your workout—aim for
about a cup of fluid every 20 minutes
while exercising.
While physical activity is key to
overall health, doing too much too
quickly—or without proper train-
ing or equipment—can take a toll on your
health in the form of an injury. But fear
not: You can help prevent sports injuries
by taking a few simple precautions.
Gain without painMiddle-aged athletes are particularly vul-
nerable to injury. Why? With age comes a
loss of agility and resilience, especially if
it’s been a while since you’ve been active.
While you can certainly gain strength,
flexibility and balance through exercise,
slow and steady is the name of the game.
To help prevent injury, follow these do’s
and don’ts:
Don’t try to pack a week’s worth of activity into a weekend. Aim to maintain
a moderate level of activity throughout
the week.
Do warm up before exercise, even
before less vigorous activities like golf.
Cool down after vigorous activities to
The game plan: avoid sports injuries
Injury symptoms Never try to “play through” pain. Exercising after an injury may worsen the injury. Sports injuries can be clas-sified into two types: acute and chronic. Acute injuries, such as sprained ankles or fractures, occur suddenly. Symptoms may include: a bone or joint that’s visibly out of place
extreme leg or arm weakness
inability to move a joint or place weight on a leg, knee, ankle or foot
sudden, severe pain tenderness or swelling
Chronic injuries, such as tendinitis or stress frac-tures, occur over time due to repeated use or overuse. Symptoms may include: a dull ache at rest pain when you play or exercise
swelling
Worried about an injury?
Call your doctor if you experience any of the
symptoms listed above.
HealthWise QUIZHow much do you know about allergies and asthma?
Take ThIs QUIZ To fInd oUT.
Answers: 1. c, 2. b, 3. d, 4. a, 5. c
1 All of the following are common allergens except:
a. pollen b. dust c. wood d. food
2 Anaphylaxis is:a. an allergy to latex
b. a serious, life-threatening allergic reaction
c. a type of asthma d. a minor allergic reaction that
doesn’t require treatment
3 Which of the following is a type of asthma?
a. exercise-induced asthma b. allergic asthma c. occupational asthma d. all of the above
4 Symptoms of an asthma attack may include:
a. wheezing, shortness of breath and chest pain or tightness
b. sudden numbness, especially on one side of the body
c. memory loss and difficulty learning new information
d. a bright red rash that covers most of the body
5 Asthma medications may include: a. inhaled corticosteroids
(“control” medicine) b. short-acting beta-agonists
(“rescue” medicine) c. both a and b d. none of the above
If you’ve ever felt your heart
pounding in your throat dur-
ing a tough workout, you
know what heart palpitations feel
like. In fact, most of us have felt
heart palpitations at one time or
another—the heart flutters, pounds,
races or seems to skip a beat. While
episodes of irregular heartbeat are
common and often harmless, they
can sometimes signal a more serious
condition.
Heart palpitations can have
a variety of everyday causes,
including:
• asthma, cold and cough medica-
tions that contain stimulants
• caffeine
• fever
• hormone changes during menstru-
ation, pregnancy or menopause
• nicotine
• strenuous exercise
• stress or anxiety
Sometimes heart palpitations
are a symptom of another condition,
such as hyperthyroidism, an overac-
tive thyroid gland, or arrhythmia, an
abnormal heart rhythm.
The beat goes onIf your doctor determines that your
palpitations result from another
medical issue, treatment will focus
on managing the underlying condi-
tion. If your doctor has ruled out
other conditions, the best way to
prevent heart palpitations is to avoid
your triggers. Try these strategies:
Avoid stimulants. Limit caffeine
intake, avoid nicotine and talk with
your doctor before taking any
over-the-counter medicine or
supplements. Your doctor may
suggest changing your current
medication if a drug you take
regularly is found to be the source
of the palpitations.
Reduce stress and anxiety. Try
exercising more, talking with a
friend or practicing relaxation
techniques like meditation or
breathing exercises.
Don’t smoke. If you currently
smoke, talk with your doctor about
getting help to quit.
Heart palpitations: causes and treatments
When do I need a doctor?If you’ve never experienced palpitations before, see your doctor to put your mind at ease. If your palpitations are infrequent and last only a few seconds, evaluation usually isn’t necessary. If you have a history of heart disease or have frequent palpitations, talk to your doctor. Call your doctor right away if you have: more than six extra heart-beats per minute or they come in groups of three or more
risk factors for heart disease, such as high cholesterol, diabetes or high blood pressure
new or different heart palpitations
a pulse more than 100 beats per minute at rest
Seek emergency medical help if heart palpitations are accompanied by: chest discomfort or pain fainting or severe dizziness severe shortness of breath
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70TOM6 Spring 2013 • www.TomballRegionalMedicalCenter.com
When Nicole Brown needed a total
hysterectomy, she turned to Donald
Eckhardt, M.D., a board-certified
Ob/Gyn at Tomball Regional Medical
Center (TRMC), who proposed a mini-
mally invasive surgery using the da Vinci®
Surgical System. According to Dr. Eckhardt,
Nicole would have needed an open, abdom-
inal hysterectomy without the robot.
After researching and talking with
Dr. Eckhardt, Nicole decided to undergo
the minimally invasive robotic-assisted
surgery. The da Vinci system saved about
three to six weeks of recovery and two
nights in the hospital. “I feel better and
have more energy after my surgery,” she
declares.
Changing the surgical experienceTRMC is putting advanced surgical
technology into the hands of surgeons on
the medical staff with the addition of the
da Vinci Surgical System. This equipment
combines the surgeon’s skill with the
precision and clarity of robotic technology,
allowing for minimally invasive procedures.
Minimally invasive surgery has
revolutionized many surgical procedures
that formerly involved significant
downtime and recovery. It’s become
popular for doctors and patients alike
because it potentially offers less pain
and scarring, shorter hospital stays and
fewer complications—all of which can get
patients back on their feet and back to the
things they enjoy more quickly.
In an operating room, robot-assisted
surgery significantly improves a surgeon’s
ability to see and work in confined
spaces without disturbing tissue and
muscle, which can occur with traditional
surgery.
Robotic revolutionda Vinci robotic surgery offers many patient benefits
explore moreFor more information
about robotic technology, visit www.Tomball
Regionalmedical center.com and
choose “Services,” then “robotic
Surgery.” For a doctor referral, call (281) 401-7777.
Our teamBoard-certified members of the medical staff who offer minimally invasive surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System at Tomball Regional Medical Center:
KhaWaja azimuddin, m.d. colon and Rectal
Surgery
gRegoRy eadS, M.d. gynecology
donald ecKhaRdT, m.d.
obstetrics/ gynecology
maRie SohneR, M.d.
obstetrics/gynecology
STeven Sukin, M.d.
urology
PaTRicK zielie, m.d.
urology
Minimally invasive surgery with the
da Vinci robot meant a faster recovery for
Nicole Brown.
nicole bRoWnPatient
iyabode a. ogunlade, m.d.
obstetrics/ gynecology
Drs. Azimuddin, Eads, Ogunlade, Sohner, Sukin and Zielie are independent members of the medical staff at Tomball Regional Medical Center.
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About Dr. Moyhuddin Tayyab Moyhuddin, M.D.,
is board certified in internal medicine, cardiology, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology and interventional cardiology. he completed his residency at Case Western reserve university in Cleveland, ohio, and his fellowship at the university of texas in houston.
After suffering multiple strokes,
retired engineering project
manager Keith Wilkinson learned
that his atrial septal defect—a condi-
tion that separates the top two chambers
of the heart—had actually caused his
strokes. He thought he would need open-
heart surgery with weeks of recovery.
However, Keith’s complex procedure was
done in the cardiac catheterization lab,
and he was discharged from the hospital
the next day.
Tayyab Moyhuddin, M.D., a
cardiologist on the medical staff at
Tomball Regional Medical Center, used a
transcatheter approach to close the hole in
Keith’s heart. In this procedure, a catheter
is guided by the doctor to the heart’s
septum, where it releases a device to plug
the hole between the separated chambers.
Keith was amazed at how far tech-
nology has come for treating heart defects
like his—and he’s glad it was done in
Tomball. “Everybody was nice, and I’d
much rather go there than to downtown
Houston,” he says.
“I’m thrilled to help patients like
Keith,” says Dr. Moyhuddin. “It’s exciting
to offer innovative procedures here.”
His heart now healed, Keith plans to
get back onto his black BMW motorcycle
and ride with his daughter on their new
auto motos—once he’s cleared by his
primary care doctor, of course.
Treating a hole in the heartTRMC is the only hospital in northwest Harris County to use a transcatheter approach
We can help your heartFor a referral to a
doctor who can help with your heart health, call (281) 401-7777.
What is an ASD?Many children are born with a hole in their hearts, called an atrial septal defect (ASD). It’s an actual hole in the wall that separates the top two chambers of the heart. the hole might be as small as a pencil point or as large as the entire septum.
having a smaller hole may not cause any symptoms or problems. however, if the hole is large, the heart and lungs work harder and can gradually cause damage to the lung arteries.
If the defect doesn’t close on its own, your doctor may recommend treatment that typically involves open-heart surgery or the transcatheter delivery of a permanent implant.
❝ i'm thrilled to help patients like Keith.
it's exciting to offer innovative
procedures here. ❞–TayyaB MoyhuDDin, M.D.
Treating the hole in his heart will help Keith Wilkinson get back to his family and favorite activities.
Your best weapon in the fight against disease? Early detection.
Generally, the earlier a condition is caught, the more effective
the treatment and the more likely you’ll be to ward off any
complications.
Numerous medical organizations have developed screening
recommendations, and opinions vary on the timing and frequency
of these screenings. Because of your personal or family medical
history, your doctor may recommend a different schedule than the
one below. As always, talk with your doctor about the screening
schedule that’s right for you.
Women: screenings for you
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Test What it does When to get it Recommendations from …Blood pressure screening
Measures the force of blood against artery walls
Age 18+, at least every 2 years Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure
Bone mineral density test
Screens for osteoporosis (weak, brittle bones)
Age 65+, at least once National Osteoporosis Foundation
Clinical breast exam Physical exam for breast lumps or irregularities
Age 20–39, every 3 years Age 40+, yearly
American Cancer Society
Colon cancer screening
Tests for colon cancer Beginning at age 50, women should follow one of two schedules:
1 Tests that find polyps and cancer: flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years, colonoscopy every 10 years, double-contrast barium enema every 5 years or CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) every 5 years
2 Tests that mainly detect cancer: fecal occult blood test every year or fecal immunochemical test every year
American Cancer Society
Diabetes screening Tests for high blood sugar
Age 45+, every 3 years American Diabetes Association
Eye exam Tests vision and eye health
Age 18–60, every 2 years Age 61+, yearly
American Optometric Association
Fasting lipoprotein profile
Tests cholesterol levels, a measure of heart health
Age 20+, every 5 years National Cholesterol Education Program Expert Panel
Mammogram Tests for breast cancer Age 40+, yearly American Cancer Society
Pap test Tests for cervical cancer Age 21–29, every 3 years Age 30–65, Pap test plus HPV test every 5 years
American Cancer Society
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The need for vaccines doesn’t end
when you reach adulthood. In fact,
the need for immunization—in
some cases, re-immunization—lasts a
lifetime. Not only does immunity fade
over time, but newer vaccines, such as
for chickenpox, may not have existed
when you were a child.
If you’re 19–26 years old …In addition to your annual flu shot, you’ll
need the following vaccines:
Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis: One
dose of the Tdap vaccine followed by a
Td booster every 10 years
Chickenpox: Two doses if you never had
chickenpox
HPV: Three doses for women ages 19–26;
three doses for men ages 19–21 (men ages
22–26 with certain risk factors may also
get this vaccine; talk with your doctor to
see if you’re at higher risk)
Measles, mumps and rubella: One or
two doses
If you’re 27–59 years old …In addition to your annual flu shot,
Vaccines: not just for kidsyou’ll need the following vaccines:
Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis: One dose of the Tdap vaccine
followed by a Td booster every
10 years
Chickenpox: Two doses if you never
had chickenpox
Measles, mumps and rubella: One or
two doses (if you’re over age 55, talk
with your doctor to see if you need
the vaccine)
If you’re 60 or older …In addition to your annual flu shot, you’ll
need the following vaccines:
Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis: One
dose of the Tdap vaccine followed by a
Td booster every 10 years
Chickenpox: Two doses if you never had
chickenpox
Shingles: One dose
Measles, mumps and rubella: Adults
older than 60 with certain risk factors
may also get this vaccine; talk with your
doctor to see if you’re at higher risk
Pneumonia: One dose if you’re
age 65 or older
speak with your doctor
Make an appointment with your doctor to
discuss whether you’re up to date on your
immunizations.
Other vaccinesDepending on your medical history and risk factors you may also need the: pneumonia vaccine meningitis vaccine hepatitis A or B vaccine
Talk with your doctor about the vaccine schedule that’s right for you.
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With more than 20 years of experi-
ence, the dedicated staff at the Texas
Sports Medicine Center’s Sports
Advantage program provides athletes with
effective ways to improve muscular imbal-
ances, reduce overuse injuries, develop
maximum power and speed and enhance
performance. The program has built a long-
standing reputation among Major League
baseball players and sports agents across
the country for building proper strength
and conditioning for athletes.
Top-level care for professionals … For 17 weeks in the off-season, more than
50 professional baseball players call the
Texas Sports Medicine Center home for
strength, conditioning, physical therapy
and performance, and speed training. By
using video analysis software, trainers
and athletes understand the relationship
between muscular strength and pitching
and hitting mechanics. The program is
designed to begin with the end in mind
and helps professional baseball players
prepare for spring training.
… and future prosBuilding off the professional training
program, Sports Advantage offers a
summer college and high school baseball
program that prepares athletes to get the
most out of their bodies. The primary
focuses are to help athletes increase
strength and speed, perfect balance and
stability and reduce potential injuries
common among adolescent players.
Peak performanceSports Advantage at the Texas Sports Medicine Center helps athletes of all levels
Master Golf Program availablethe texas Sports Medicine Center also offers a golf pro-
gram for adult golfers. using research collected from the titleist Performance Institute and with the help of local professional golfers, the center brings rotational strength, proper swing training and high-speed video analysis to the adult golfer looking to improve distance and accuracy. Call (281) 351-6300 for more information.
High school and college training programsthe texas Sports Medicine Center’s Sports Advantage program offers the following programs for high school and college athletes:
Summer programs high school boys’ baseball—begins June 10 for 5 weeks (two 5-week sessions available)
high school girls’ softball—begins June 10 for 5 weeks (two 5-week sessions available)
College boys’ baseball—begins May 29 for 12 weeks
high school “all sports” training—evening summer sessions available
Fall programs high school baseball—begins in September for 3–4 weeks
Visit www.TomballRegional MedicalCenter.com and choose “texas Sports Medicine Center,” or call (281) 351-6300 for more information and training prices.
through sports science and medical research,
athletes build flexibility, stability, strength,
speed and biomechanical efficiency through the
Sports Advantage training program.
"Because of the staff at TRMC, my Major League
career has been a success. Their commitment to
training technique and wellness is unparalleled."
—Kip Wells, San Diego Padres
11Spring 2013
In addition to providing the
skeletal structure for your body
that allows you to walk, run or
do virtually any other activity you enjoy,
your bones help protect your organs,
anchor muscles and store calcium.
That’s why it’s important to maintain
bone health throughout your life.
Bone basicsYour bones continually rebuild. In fact,
your skeleton completely regenerates
itself about every 10 years, replacing old
pieces of bone with new bone. Over time,
your bones can be weakened as a result
of genetic factors, poor nutrition, physical
inactivity and hormonal loss. While you
can’t control all of these factors, you can
take steps to improve your bone health at
any age.
Understand your risk. Talk with your
doctor about bone metabolism and bone
density testing, which can provide infor-
mation about your fracture risk.
Get moving. Weight-bearing activities,
such as walking, help build strong bones.
Aim for 30 minutes of daily activity.
Maintain a healthy weight. If you’re
underweight, you may have a higher
risk of bone loss. Conversely, being
overweight increases the risk of falling.
Eat foods rich in calcium and vitamin D. See “Eating for bone health” below.
Don’t smoke. Smoking can reduce bone
mass and increase your fracture risk.
Limit alcohol. Heavy alcohol use
reduces bone mass and increases your
fracture risk.
Talk with your doctor about bone- boosting medications. Medications
are available that slow bone loss and
increase bone strength.
bone health for all ages
Eating for bone healthGood nutrition gives your body the nutrients it needs to rebuild new bone. Make sure your diet includes these nutritional building blocks for strong, healthy bones: Calcium: Adults ages 19–50 should aim for 1,000 mg daily; adults older than age 50 should increase their intake to 1,200 mg a day. Good sources of calcium include dairy products like milk and cheese, green vegetables like broccoli, nuts and calcium-fortified foods.
Vitamin D: This vitamin helps the body absorb calcium. Your body creates vitamin D through sun exposure—10 minutes of sun a day is often all you need. Dietary sources of vitamin D include fish like herring, sardines, salmon or tuna; liver; eggs; and fortified foods.
Other vitamins and minerals: Phosphorus, zinc and magnesium, along with vitamins K and A, help in bone formation and normal bone metabolism.
Over time, your bones can be
weakened as a result of genetic factors,
poor nutrition, physical inactivity and
hormonal loss.
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If you’re 50 or better, you owe it to your-
self to take advantage of Senior Circle’s
fun events, activities, discounts and
more—and you can join for just $15 a year!
Senior Circle is offered exclusively in
Houston by Tomball Regional Medical Center
(TRMC). Each month, members receive a local
newsletter and a full calendar of events.
Something for everyone“The goal of the Senior Circle program is
to promote health and wellness for our 50-
and-better community members, while also
serving as an outlet where they can participate
in activities and share common interests,” says
Bud Wethington, Chief Executive Officer of
TRMC. “Our members have access to health
seminars, local and national discounts, social
events, exercise programs, travel opportunities
and hospital benefits.”
Join the fun!Senior Circle offers health events, activities and more
Don’t wait—join today!For more information about Senior Circle or to start your membership, call (281) 401-7587 or visit www.
TomballRegionalmedicalcenter.com and choose “Senior Circle.”
Senior Circle members enjoyed
a fun-filled anniversary
celebration in March.
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