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Health

Rehabilitation, re’ha·bil’i·ta’tion n. A medical specialty concerned with treating

disabling disorders and injuries by physical means

When you are looking for short term rehabilitation for yourself or a loved one, there are a number of things to consider. Here are some of the more important things to look for when searching for the right place:

1) Reputation: There are many facilities with stellar reputations for providing great care and good results. While you should not base your decision solely on this status, it is something to consider. And a personal referral, a recommendation from a friend or family member is also a reliable source.

2) Facility Tour and Equipment Available: If you are able, take an unannounced tour of the places you are considering. Get a feel for staff, physical surroundings and the atmosphere. Does it have the equipment you will need for rehab?

3) Is the program age-appropriate? Rehab for an 80 year old with a broken hip should be a little less intense and different than rehab for a 30 year old with a broken hip.

4) Location, Location, Location: Successful rehab is much more likely if friends and family are able to visit frequently to provide support and receive training as needed. Choosing a quality location as close to home as possible will positively impact your rehabilitation.

5) Staff: When touring a facility, talk to some of the staff–nurses, therapists, social workers etc. Ask questions and get a feel for the people who work there. A caring, dedicated, friendly staff will work hard to make your rehab successful.

Take time to choose the right rehab facility for you whether you are recovering from a stroke or from a hip replacement. Your choice of rehab is as important as your choice of a doctor.

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officially Fall. Leaves are falling, kids are back in school, and the cool air is setting in. Along with this, our immune systems start working in overdrive. If you are a

teacher, you know that fall and winter often bring kids with sinus congestion, runny noses,

coughing, sore throats, and fevers into the classroom. Bacteria and germs often spread quickly this time of the year. The Center for

Disease Control estimates that teachers miss more than 5 days each year due to illness. Don’t

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My wish for you during the upcoming holidays is one of love and giving.

This is the season of giving… so I suggest you GIVE of yourself. There are many ways to do that. It isn’t always a pretty boxed gift…sometimes it’s a hug or a few

minutes of your time sitting and listening to someone else. Taking an elderly person out for lunch or babysitting for a single mom who

doesn’t get time to herself is another option. I’m sure you can think of many other ways to give of yourself. Put down the Candy Crush and think of someone who can use a special gift – a gift of your time. We in Central PA, America are rich in so many ways…and we can be richer with our friends by giving them a present of ourselves.

I watched a “You Tube” the other day…It was called LandFillHarmonic because in this one community they make instruments made out of trash and have created an orchestra of young people. It’s a slum built on a landfi ll and yet wonderful sounds come from their efforts. One girl said, “My life would be worthless without music.” Can you imagine? I’m guessing that those people are giving of themselves.

I would like to take this opportunity and say THANK YOU to our readers and our contributors. It’s music to my ears and a special gift from you when I hear stories about how one of our journal stories helped someone make a new decision or take a new path. That’s awesome and I’m thankful women continue to give and receive those ‘gifts’ that help them grow both professionally and personally.

Have a safe and happy holiday and best wishes for a wonderful 2014.

Cheerfully yours,

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Finances

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the YearGiven the rising cost of higher

education, if you would prefer to save more for college, 529 Savings Plans have become very popular. 529 plans permit an owner to retain control of the assets inside the plan and name the benefi ciary for the account which is usually the future college student. The owner can even change the benefi ciary within the same family. The contribution limitations are limited to the annual gift amount, which is $14,000.

If your children are grown, there are other opportunities to assist them. You can open or contribute to a Roth IRA or traditional IRA in the name of a child. Since your children may be fi nancially busy saving for a house, paying for college or a new car, they may be unable to max out their retirement. Your children not only get the power of your gift later in retirement, but they may also get a tax deduction on an IRA contribution.

Many accounts allow for multiple donors to contribute to the same account. Grandma, Uncle and Dad can all contribute to the same account and make it a family holiday tradition. There are many pros, cons and restrictions to investing for a minor or an adult child. Consult with a fi nancial advisor to fi nd the best fi t for you and your whole family.

Judy Loy, ChFC®, is a Registered Investment Advisor and CEO at Nestlerode & Loy Investment Advisors, State College, Pa. To schedule your FREE initial consultation or for more information, call Judy at 814-238-6249 or email her at [email protected]

By Judy Loy, ChFC® and CEO of Nestlerode & Loy, Inc.

As I write this, it is the beginning of October and the leaves are changing color. Tomorrow, the forecast calls for 80 degree weather. Even as early as this, before Halloween or Thanksgiving, I spotted Christmas items at Macy’s last week. Given that this article will be published in November and December in the ‘heat’ of the holiday season, I am going to

concentrate on the gifts that keep on giving.

I know many children that have too much ‘stuff.’ The toys overfl ow the house and some sit idle after Christmas morning. My suggestion is to cool it with the toys. No, I am not suggesting becoming Scrooge. I am suggesting that you gift something that will be worth more as your children grow older rather than a toy that may be left behind rather quickly. Split your gift amount between the here and now and their future. The opportunity to add money to a child’s account once a year or more (birthdays, Christmas, etc.) can pay large dividends. Forgo some of the ‘stuff’ and invest for their college, future home or wedding instead.

Investing for a child when they are young will also teach a powerful lesson in priorities. Minors follow your example, so while providing them with a brighter future, you are also illustrating that investing and saving for the future is a priority.

Gifting to a minor can be done through a Uniform Gift to Minor’s Account (UGMA). An adult (not necessarily the donor) must be named the custodian on this account and will retain investing authority and oversee account use for the child until the minor reaches the age of majority, which is age 21 in Pennsylvania. The downside is that the money is used at the “child’s” discretion once they reach the age of 21 and take over the account.

If the child is likely to go to a private school, there is another good option. A Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA) can be used for qualifi ed expenses for elementary, secondary or higher education school expenses. The maximum annual contribution is $2,000 and the ability to contribute is limited by the parents’ adjusted gross income (AGI).

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Dental Insurance has not kept up with infl ation. When dental insurance was implemented as a medical insurance rider in 1952, guess what, the allowance was $1000.00. With infl ation, you should be entitled to $15,000.00 a year. Until employees/patients take a stand with their HR departments and force those HR representatives to stand up to insurance companies, things won’t change.

So many HR directors and therefore employees and employers do not understand how their dental

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Health

By Kelly William Biggs, M.D.October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As the Radiologist for the

Breast Cancer and Women’s Health Institute of Central Pennsylvania, I have a passion for fi ghting breast cancer. It is a fundamental mission of radiologists nationwide to detect breast cancers as early as possible.

The screening mammogram, the annual ritual in which women undergo a low dose X-ray of each breast, is a simple, fast, and relatively inexpensive tool that physicians have used for decades to save lives. Even though it is not new technology, no other means come close to being its equal in detection of cancer. Mammography is associated with a 30 percent reduction in breast cancer deaths.

I’m writing to champion screening mammograms because breast cancer is sadly way too common. Chances are you know someone with breast cancer. Around 300,000 women in the U.S. are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, and about 40,000 will die annually from breast cancer.

I also want to emphasize a very important point. The American Cancer Society, among several other esteemed national organizations, recommends that women who are at average risk for breast cancer begin annual screening mammography at age 40.

Currently, there is a lot of confusion about mammography, most stemming from the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). This advisory body, although not consisting of a single breast surgeon, oncologist, or radiologist--that is, anyone who is an expert in breast cancer detection and treatment—decided in 2009 that it would be best for women in their 40s to skip mammography, and for older women to undergo screening every two years instead of one.

These recommendations are hard to accept, especially when one in six of women diagnosed with breast cancer is in her 40s. A recent Harvard Medical School study determined that half of all breast cancer deaths occurred in women under age 50, and over 70% of these deaths occurred among women who did not participate in screening. Other studies suggest that getting a mammogram every other year instead of yearly may result in a 30% increase in missed cancers.

Are You Due For Your Screening Mammogram?These 2009 USPSTF recommendations have been discounted by

breast cancer specialists, and thankfully insurance carriers including Medicare continue to reimburse based on the American Cancer Society recommendations. But erroneous or misleading information is still out there. As recently as this past summer a national nightly news healthcare spokesman espoused the USPSTF recommendations as though they were valid. Perhaps even more alarming, Wikipedia’s mammography article referenced by so many uses a highly questionable European pamphlet as its

primary resource—a pamphlet that for all practical purposes equates breast cancer to athlete’s foot in severity of disease. I hope that most readers who encounter that write-up know how dangerous its arguments are.

Despite the success screening mammography has achieved, it is not perfect. Mammograms can miss breast cancers, and the sensitivity of mammography is reduced for women with very dense breast tissue. I highly recommend that women be vigilant about responding to changes they experience in their bodies. Talk to your doctor about healthy habits that can reduce your risk of breast cancer. While it is diffi cult to fi nd strong scientifi c data to support the monthly self breast assessment, I personally support it. Many women have detected lumps or tumors through the self breast assessment. Some women with a strong family history of breast cancer or with other risk factors may benefi t from supplemental screening with breast MRI. Although solid standards have not been set, some women may also benefi t from supplemental surveillance with breast ultrasound.

Be vigilant, but keep in mind that mammography continues to be the mainstay. All the great new or newer technologies, whether they are MRI, 3-D imaging, automated ultrasound, etc., remain just adjuncts to our core screening standard, the mammogram.

At the age of 40, begin yearly mammograms! For more detailed information on breast cancer prevention, see the Breast Cancer and Women’s Health Institute of Central Pennsylvania website at www.thebreastcancerinstitute.org or go to our Facebook page.

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This Holiday Season, come explore Jezebel’s and fi nd something special for yourself, or for someone special! Everyone knows us for our amazing selection of quality of bras and lingerie, but did you know that we also offer an incredible selection of other great gift ideas?

Need some ideas? sweaters, dresses, shirts, jewelry, leggings, robes, shawls, hats, gloves, bras, panties, corsets, hosiery, nightgowns, perfume, lotion, bridal garters, hanky panky PSU boyshorts & cami's, wallets, purses, eye masks, scarfs, sports bras, strapless bras, aprons, lingerie, babydolls, swimsuits, 21st birthday accessories, bachelorette party accessories, nursing bras, massage oils, slips, Hollywood fashion tape products, slippers, socks, candles, Spanx, wine accessories, pajamas, and of course Hanky Panky thongs!

Jezebel’s Gift Certifi cates are the perfect solution for those on your list that are hard to please…available in any denomination, and great stocking stuffers! Gift wrapping is always free, and our helpful staff is here to assist you as you make your way through our boutique.

Be sure to watch our Facebook page for some “surprise” sale events over the next few weeks. At Jezebel’s, it’s all about you!

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“Help Save the Girls Event” the Girls Event” the Girls Event” the Girls Event” the Girls Event”Wednesday, October 9, 2013 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Day’s Inn • 240 S. Pugh St., State College

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DON’T MISS THE BIGGEST NIGHT IN OCTOBER!This networking event will feature vendor booths from area merchants,

lots of prizes, complimentary appetizers, a “scarf tying” demo by Tammy Miller, and a bra fitting demo by Jezebels Boutique.

We will also have a Fashion Show (Jezebels) and Glitter Walk (Jewelry from Confer’s Jewelers)

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Thank you to everyone who helped make the inaugural “Help Save the Girls Event” a success! Money was raised for The Pink Zone & the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition. Plans are being made for a follow up event next year!

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I read it in the Women’s Journal! 9 November/ December 2013

Bridal

Swap & Shop For Previous Brides & Brides To Be

BRIDAL VENDOR QUESTIONS:Why is there a $25 table fee for brides to sell their items?

As with all events, there is always a price associated to the organizer to set up the event. We have worked with Celebration Hall to keep the cost to bare minimum. The $25 provides you with a 6ft rectangular table which will be set up for you with linens. You can decorate your table, your area any which you want! Keep in mind that your goal is to not only recoup the $25 you invested into this event but to make some money! If you know your items are good qualilty items, in almost perfect condition, you should have no problem getting the return on your investment...plus some!

What can/can’t I bring to the event?This event is designed specifically towards the wedding market. Anything you used for

your ceremony, reception, rehersal...anything purchased for your wedding/wedding events is welcome. You should be very conscience of the items you bring and the condition they are in! If you are renting a table and selling wedding items you may also try to sell your wedding gown. Items that are not wedding related, wedding themed or irrelevant to weddings (i.e. shampoo, laptops, car chargers, toothbrushes, jeans, shorts, etc.) will not be permitted. Organizer of the event has the right to remove table from the event and ask that all items are removed from event.

What if I only want to try to sell my wedding gown? Can I?Yes! This will be listed under the Bridal Gown Consignment section. If you would like for us to try to

sell your gown- you will need to drop your gown off at Diamonds & Lace Bridal starting Thursday Nov. 7 until 5pm and by Saturday Nov. 9 at 5pm. Gowns must be clearly tagged with your name, designer, size, asking price, color, phone and email. You will be required to fill out a disclaimer when dropping off your gown. No gowns will be excepted prior to Nov. 7th. If we are able to consign your dress, The Bridal Swap charges 20% of what your gown sold for. And you keep 80% of the sales! This is a very inexpensive way to consign your gown! Most consignments take much much more in commission!

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How should I price my items that I have to sell?Look at it this way. The items you have to sell have been used.

Though they may have only been used once...they still have been. So regardless that you paid full retail...when the item was new....you shouldn’t expect to receive the full retail price back. Unless you can state that it is NEW WITH TAGS. To start, you should at least start with marking them half for what you paid for them. You want the “Brides to Be” to feel encouraged to buy from you because of your qualilty item and your price. As the day goes on and you feel like you want to offer deeper discounts...go for it!! It’s your table with your items!! You’re in control! Just don’t overprice items that brides to be can get somewhere else for the same price.

BRIDE TO BE QUESTIONS:How should I come prepared? How will I pay for items I want to buy?

You should be prepared to bring cash, comfy shoes, and a list of items that you are looking for. You purchase direct from vendor The Bridal Swap & Shop does not have involvement. Come prepared with as much money as you are willing to spend. Most items will be cash and carry.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?You can reach us at 814.308.8512 or the best way- by email:

[email protected]

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?Yes. We expect a very large turnout for this event and have no way of accessing the tickets

purchased online- so please make sure you bring your ticket and/or and email stating that your ticket was purchased.

What is the refund policy?Sorry, but there are no refunds on tickets or items purchased, all sales are final.

HOW DO I GET TICKETS?Order tickets via Eventbrite or at Diamonds & Lace Bridal 908 Pike Street State College, and

via phone at 814.308.8512http://thebridalswapandshop-efbevent.eventbrite.comTickets are $10.00/per personTicket costs include a reusable tote for your swap shopping

needs, and coupons from local area wedding vendors.

Come to the only event around that gives previous brides a chance to sell their gently used items....and “Brides to Be” a chance to purchase unique items at very deep discounts!! Get advice from brides, seek out tips and get some ideas for your special day!

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Health

A working mother of two children, Lynne Force, 41, of Salladasburg, is always on the go. When her monthly periods became so painful that she sometimes felt like crawling under her desk at work, the surgical technologist went to Dr. Angela Huggler at Susquehanna Health OB/GYN.

Lynne’s condition was caused by scarring resulting from a cone biopsy, a test she had to check for cancerous cells on her cervix. The scarring at the opening of her uterus made it contract like she was in labor. Dr. Huggler recommended a hysterectomy to remove Lynne’s cervix and uterus. The impact of this complex surgery would be minimized with the assistance of robotic technology through Susquehanna Health’s new da Vinci® Surgical System.

Lynne has some experience with traditional open abdominal surgery—that’s how her appendix was removed, and she delivered one of her children by Cesarean section. Each open procedure took about six weeks for recovery and a long incision that needed to be guarded against infection. Recalling the pain and lack of energy and appetite that dragged on for several weeks following those surgeries, Lynne opted for the robotic assisted procedure.

“I have heard a little about it [robotic assisted surgery], and I thought it was great. I knew it would get me back to work sooner,” explains Lynne.

An alternative to both traditional open and conventional laparoscopic surgery, robotic-assisted surgery became available at Susquehanna Health in May 2013. A microscopic camera and surgical tools are inserted through three tiny incisions in the same manner as

SUSQUEHANNA HEALTH OFFERS A LESS INVASIVE OPTION FOR GYNECOLOGIC SURGERY

Dr. Angela Huggler and Dr. Frank Yartz with Susquehanna Health OB/GYN have been specially trained and credentialed in the most advanced robotic assisted surgery available.

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are back at work before a patient who had a traditional hysterectomy would even be out of the hospital.”

Lynne was back on the job just two weeks after her surgery. She is pleased with her results and no longer experiences monthly pain and bleeding. She says the preparation and post-operative recovery were much like her other surgeries, but she noticed a difference in her overall recovery right away.

“This procedure was definitely less painful, and I bounced back a lot quicker with my appetite and my activity,” says Lynne. “Dr. Huggler is very experienced and very talented. The whole robotics team was just wonderful.”

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“Years ago, women could be hospitalized three days before a hysterectomy and remain for as many as three to five days following the procedure,” explains Dr. Huggler. “Today women arrive on the day of surgery and can be discharged the same day. Some of my patients

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Marvin Kohler, 54, creates unique art from rebar, or reinforcing bar, using only one arm/hand. His passion for this new skill came as a surprise to his family and friends, after recovering from a stroke. The Kohler’s sell his pieces for others to enjoy, and to create funds for the materials Marvin needs to keep creating. Pictured at the Kohler’s home is Marvin with some of his artwork, and Barb Angelo, LPN, COTA, rehabilitation liaison, HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital.

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Marvin Kohler, 54, can’t speak; he uses an electronic communication device to type words, or his wife Crystine speaks for him. He also has no use of his right arm. However, despite diffi cult physical limitations due to a stroke, Marvin is an artist. His medium is rebar (short for reinforcing bar), a steel bar commonly used as a tension device in reinforced concrete and masonry structures.

“Before the stroke, if Marvin had a creative side, nobody knew it,” says Crystine, his wife of 25 years.

Crystine recounts the moments leading up to Marvin’s stroke, four years ago: “Marvin drove a truck for a living. The Friday night before his stroke, he had gotten home late and was tired. Saturday morning, I took a group of 23 family members to Dutch Wonderland. Marvin opted to stay home. That afternoon, one of Marvin’s friends called me and said, ‘I was just talking to Marvin on the phone and I think that he had a stroke; you had better come home.’”

Marvin’s friend had recognized Marvin’s slurred speech as a sign of stroke. Later, Crystine found out that somehow after talking to his friend, Marvin had managed to call an emergency number and an ambulance arrived at his house and took him to the Lewistown Hospital helipad to be life-fl ighted to Geisinger in Danville.

“After the stroke, Marvin could not walk, he could not use his right arm, and he could swallow,” says Crystine.

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Life After Stroke Awakens a Man’s New Passion and continued outpatient therapy at HealthSouth’s Lewistown Clinic. “Now, he doesn’t even use his cane,” Crystine adds. “We have a lot of gratitude for HealthSouth and the dedicated staff who helped Marvin with his rehabilitation.”

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Since then, Marvin creates practically all day, every day, according to Crystine. “He draws it and then he makes it. And he creates it all with one hand.”

“Recently one of our grandson’s told him, ‘I want a choo-choo’ and two days later it was done,” she adds. Marvin also made an angel in honor of a son who passed 23 years ago, and a grandson who died at birth.

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Once identifi ed, we can address these through lifestyle, diet and nutritional supplementation to improve physiology and restore health. Drugs can’t do this.

HOW WE HAVE HELPED OUR PATIENTS“I was given my life back! Went from 20% to 80% health wise. I sleep 8 hours,

no pain, minimal fatigue, minimal depression, can walk 2 miles, can wash hair, brush teeth, dress myself, drive better, enjoy life! NO PAIN. I had pain for 2 years. Couldn’t get out of bed before coming here.” “I can hang out with my daughter and talk and laugh with her. I only take 1 pill now!” - Sue S, Bellefonte

“I’m able to think more clearly and feel better overall. I have less leg pain and am more mobile. I also have more energy. Since I feel better, I am in better spirit. My family and friends have noticed changes in my health and have been supportive in my continuing improved health. I was able to enjoy my vacation on a level that hasn’t happened in years. I was able to participate in activities that would have been impossible before. “I have felt cared about and taken care of. You have always listened and believed me when I explain how I’ve felt. Kindness and compassion is exhibited by all who work here.” – Sherry S, State College

Dr. Thad Diehl, D.C. is the founder and clinical director of Advanced Center for Pain Relief and Wellness. He is a graduate of Penn State University and Palmer College of Chiropractic. In addition to chiropractic, Dr. Diehl has advanced study and training in Functional Medicine and neurology. This background uniquely qualifi es him to NATURALLY address chronic health problems using dietary protocols and the highest quality nutritional supplements based on specialized lab work. Dr Diehl is currently pursuing a Diplomate in functional neurology through the Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies and a Diplomate through the American Board of Clinical

Nutrition. He is Pennsylvania’s fi rst certifi ed “Gluten Coach.”

“Our purpose as an offi ce is to help as many people as possible regain their health and realize their fullest potential through chiropractic, functional neurology, nutrition and other natural means. In order to fulfi ll our purpose, we continuously strive to bring the latest techniques and technology to our practice. We are truly on the cutting edge of alternative, evidenced-based healthcare”

Fibromyalgia is a complex and often misunderstood condition. Most doctor’s have a poor understanding of and little idea what to do with these patients. If your doctor doesn’t understand what you are going through,it is no wonder that your spouse and the rest of your family and friends can’t realize the daily struggle you endure. I have seen the embarrassment of someone who can not keep up with the simple task of every day living. I have witnessed the shame from grandparents unable to play with their grandchildren or even have them sit on their lap. I have also seen people recover and take back control of their health and quality of life.

Fibromyalgia is a complex web of neurological and metabolic factors. It cannot be fi xed with anti-depressants, anti-seizure medications, pain pills or anti-infl ammatories.

NEUROLOGIC – We see abnormalities of the sympathetic nervous system resulting in:• Sensitivity to light• Migraines• Problems sleeping/Fatigue• Rapid/Irregular heart rate• Digestive trouble• Bowel problems• Increased or inappropriate pain sensation

Neurologically based therapies can be used to correct these abnormalities and restore normal function. Even the best therapies will achieve less than desired results if the metabolic factors infl uencing fuel delivery, detoxifi cation and infl ammation are not addressed. We use advanced testing to evaluate these factors.

METABOLIC• Blood sugar- hypoglycemia, insulin resistance and diabetes all lower

your ability to heal and repair.• Anemias - Often times missed or ignored, it is critical to address

these.• Digestion-Hypochlorhydria, dysbiosis, hidden infections, leaky gut,

food sensitivities lead to infl ammation in the gut, throughout the rest of the body and the brain.

• Liver- Most people with chronic health problems are poor detoxifi ers.

• Adrenal Glands – Chronic stress and cortisol levels infl uence blood sugar, sleep/wake cycle, energy and thyroid metabolism.

• Thyroid – Many thyroid problems are being missed and the majority of people on replacement therapy still have symptoms of low thyroid function.

• Infl ammation – ALL chronic conditions are infl ammatory and the causes of the infl ammation MUST be addressed. Underlying infections, toxicities, a leaky gut, food sensitivities and diet can all be factors.

Relief from Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain

Dr. Thad Diehl, D.C.1315 W. College Ave., Ste 200

State College, PA 216 N. Second St., Ste 5

Clearfi eld, PA

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Every American home has storage areas and according to the National Association of Home Builders, homeowners defi ne them as very important. Research indicates that two of the most important things to homeowners these days are “built-in cabinetry and cleverly hidden storage spaces.”

You probably have all kinds of garments hanging in your closet – some you love, some that don’t fi t, some you wish would fi t, some you spent way too much money on - all of them needing a place to hang out. Accommodating all the things you own can be a problem. Having spent the past fi ve years in and out of hundreds of closets, visualizing the best way to maximize your space has become second-nature to me. have a BS in Industrial Engineering and worked as a Sales Engineer for ten years prior to purchasing Closets Plus fi ve years ago. My education in engineering gives me the vision to provide you with the maximum storage for your space and my experience in relating with customers ensures a fun experience for everyone involved.

The process of designing starts with scheduling an appointment for me to get to know you and how you use your space. By asking the right questions, we are able to custom design our units to meet your specifi c needs. Once the design is completed, we review the design and make any changes. The fi nished product is ready to install in approximately 3-4 weeks.

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The decision to separate is hard, but the reality of what separation means can be harder. One of the most important aspects of separating is privacy. Here are fi ve tips I have for protecting your privacy:

1. If you are staying in your home, change the locks as soon as your spouse moves out. Reprogram the alarm system to a new code and inform them to not let your spouse reprogram it again. Get the garage door opener back and reprogram the garage code. Make sure that you have all the keys to the vehicles that you drive.

2. If you move, change all necessary addresses at post offi ce or if mailbox security is a concern consider a PO Box. Also, be sure to contact all the credit card companies, phone carriers, banks, etc. with your change of address.

3. Immediately change ALL your passwords; your email, shopping sites, business, retirement and bank accounts, credit cards, etc. Don’t forget to change the password on electronic devices. If your husband is the cell phone owner or manages the account, you should consider switching to a new plan or consulting your carrier to see how private you can make the information. Not only calls made, but texts as well, may be open to access by the account holder. This is also the time to consider whether or not your spouse has put spyware on your equipment or GPS on your vehicle. Also, be sure to change your privacy settings if you use social media like Facebook or Twitter.

4. Have separate bank accounts and use a different banking institution.

Contact the Law Offi ces of Lance T. Marshall at 814-308-8439 or e-mail

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Do You Have More Questions?

Get your own credit card. If there is a problem with your spouse abusing credit cards, be sure to formally remove your name from all of the joint accounts and clarify that you will not be liable for future charges. And run a credit report on yourself to make sure there aren’t any nasty surprises.

5. Even your private home may not be so private. Kids can stumble across divorce information. Your spouse comes into the house to pick them up for a visit. Designate a spot to keep your divorce fi les and put them in a locked fi ling cabinet. Never leave computers on with your email account open.


Scot Chambers, REALTOR®ABR, e-PRO, GREENMember of Board of Directors for CCAR

740 S. Atherton Street • State College, PA 16801Cell: (814) 574-9267 • Offi ce: (814) 272-3333 [email protected] • ScotChambers.kwrealty.com

Change is in the AirAs the balmy days of summer fade into the blustery days ahead it is a good time to refl ect on the past year and begin to plan for the coming year. It is also a good time

to prepare your home for the winter and see where you can save money while staying warmer.

Interest rates and prices have started a long gradual climbs that will continue to trend up in the years ahead. Conditions continue to be good and many of the properties out on the market at this time of the year are willing to negotiate more than in the summer. If you are fi nancially able to purchase real estate this could be an excellent time to take advantage of conditions.

Keep in mind there are changes in the mortgage and insurance industries that may impact availability and conditions for mortgages in 2014. Generally speaking, as a buyer you need to be prepared for an increased need for documentation and fi scal responsibility. Availability of mortgages should remain at the levels they are now, or even increase, but as a borrower you will have to provide more verifi cation of income, etc… and do a good job as avoiding spontaneous purchases (do not open up a new credit card account!).

Perhaps the biggest change will be how properties with newly designated fl ood plains are being handled by insurance companies.

Properties that will require fl ood insurance are expected to see a marked increase in the premiums and costs for new owners that could negatively impact the salability of the land. Talk to your local Realtor for further information on how this could affect you.

Finally, take a few minutes and evaluate your home to see what you can do to make it more effi cient for the winter. There are hundreds of suggestions ranging from weather-stripping doorways to adding extra heat sources. The investment of some time now can save you lots of money in the future. If you want to get a thorough evaluation of your property consider having an energy audit done by a certifi ed professional.

As always, talk to your favorite local Realtor to determine what is best for you in your area when it comes to real estate.

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Celebrate the holidays with the Whistle Stop. We provide a festive place with a Victorian feeling to put you in a Christmas mood. Get together with your friends, family or offi ce co-workers and develop a tradition for the Yuletide Season.

Whether you prefer a luncheon or dinner, we will be happy to welcome you and your guests.

To dine in a place loaded with history and different from any other, with Chef inspired creations, The Whistle Stop is a short, pleasant driving destination from any location.

For more information, call 814-364-2544 and for a complete listing of our menus check out our website www.whistlestopcentrehall.com. And remember to bring your favorite wine or beer to enhance your experience.From our entire staff at the Whistle Stop - Have a wonderful holiday season.

814-364-2544 For information about our menu or our wine policy: Call Marcia

Visit us online at www.WhistleStopCentreHall.comor fi nd us on facebook & see all our events

The Whistle Stop is located on Route 144 in Centre Hall, Centre County, just 15 minutes from State College and 25 minutes from Lewistown. We are open Wednesday through Sunday at 11am. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

Make Plans for Your Holiday Parties at the

Whistle Stop!


Can’t agree on where to go for a quick, fresh meal? Come to our Market Café. Our variety of freshly made foods ranges from quick grabs like pizza, subs, and Asian classics to comfort-food favorites, salads, and sandwiches. Family-friendly foods at budget-friendly prices — that’s Wegmans.

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Eat Thin.... Eat Green

Tips For Quick Weeknight Meals Enjoying a meal together on a weeknight is a goal for many families.

But adults often fi nd themselves pressed for time on weeknights, and that time crunch can make it diffi cult to enjoy a homecooked meal.

While it may not be feasible for parents and kids to scale back their busy schedules, there are steps parents can take to make weeknight meal preparation quicker. By shortening the time it takes to make meals on weeknights, families might be able to sit down to dinner together more often.

Here are a few tips to faster weeknight meal time!• Plan ahead allows you to prepare certain parts

of a meal in advance, which will save you time on busy weeknights.

• Make cold meals• Order take out from healthy options like a Wegmans.• Lean on seafood more often. • Leftovers aren't just for lunch.

Enjoy meals as a family is a great way for families to eat healthy and stay engaged in one another's lives. And even families with hectic schedules can employ a few tricks to make dining together more convenient.


presents...The Women’s Journal Women You Should KnowLocal Researcher Began Second Career as VeterinarianGATESBURG – Dr. Shelly Mannino was raised in St. Mary’s and received her B.S. in Nutrition Science from Penn State University in 1993. Shelly worked for 10 years as a nutrition researcher at Penn State studying childhood obesity and its e� ects on health. Switching careers in her 30s, she graduated with honors from the University Of Pennsylvania School Of Veterinary Medicine in 2008 and practiced small animal medicine and surgery in State College for two years before coming to work at Metzger Animal hospital in State College. Dr. Mannino has a special interest in feline internal medicine, endocrinology, clinical pathology, preventive medicine, and shelter medicine. She lives in Gatesburg with her husband, Joe, and two rescued golden retrievers.

Directing Education for Susquehanna Valley LPN StudentsLEWISBURG – Carol Barbarich, MSN, RN, is the director of the Susquehanna LPN Career Center, which became part of the CSIU in 1983. She has worked with the program since 1974, when it was with Danville’s Geisinger School of Nursing. She now operates the LPN center to assure educational quality, school stability, and operational compliance with the state board of nursing and national nursing education accreditation standards. � e center has two part-time training programs and one full-time program each year, graduating from 70 to 100 LPNs annually. Carol received her master’s degree in March 2006. She’s been married to Jim for nearly 37 years and has two grown children and two grand-children.

Dedicated to Technical EducationMIFFLINBURG – Judy M. Sharer, M. Ed., PSU graduate, has been the SUN Area Technical Institute’s assistant administrative director for � ve years. She guides young students to make wise decisions as they transition into the workforce, higher education, or military service. In 2011, SUN Tech was ranked one of the top technical institutes in the state for their outstanding National Occupational Competency Testing Institute assess-ment scores – the equivalent to academic PSSA/Keystone exams except it measures technical trade skills. Over Judy’s 32-year career in technical education she has in� uenced young lives and inspired success stories. She’s proud to follow in her mother and father’s footsteps as a teacher and an administrator. In her free time she is a � ber artist, bu� on collector, avid reader, and aspiring writer.

RN is an Awareness Ambassador for Sjogren’s SyndromeMT PLEASANT MILLS - Sherry Mengle of Snyder County is an RN, wife, and mother. Her passion is volunteering as an “Awareness Ambassa-dor” with � e Sjogren’s Syndrome Foundation to help those su� ering from the disorder. Sjogren’s (pronounced show-grins) is a chronic autoim-mune in� ammatory disease that damages moisture-producing glands. Signs are dry mouth, dry eye, joint/muscle aches, and fatigue. It can a� ect other organs and can also cause lymphoma. As many as 4 million Americans have the disorder; nine out of ten are women. Tennis star Venus Wil-liams su� ers from Sjogren’s as do Sherry’s mother and brother. Sherry is available to medical and community groups to educate about Sjogren’s. Her family helps her with an annual fundraiser. For more info visit www.sjogren.org, email [email protected], or call 570-259-1158.

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Ugly Sweater Contest: Bring in your favorite ugly Christmas sweater. We will

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Voting will begin Black FridayWinner receives $100 gift certifi cate! Proceeds benefi t The Youth Service Bureau.

Happenings!Happenings!

Come see us at the Festival of Trees December 13th-15th. Held at CPI in Pleasant Gap.We are your contact/drop off point for the following charities:• Toys for Tots• Coat & hat drive for the Youth Service Bureau• Pets Come First-Dry pet food and unscoopable litter

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This Fall, Miska Jewelers got a new storefront! The brand-new MiskaJewelers.com offers visitors the opportunity to browse and

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