January/February

March 2017

Issue Number 59

Canandaigua Meetings

Mended Hearts, Inc. Greater Rochester Chapter 50

“Heartbeat of Rochester” www.mendedheartsrochester.org

Rochester Meetings

January - No Meeting

February - No Meeting

March - Thursday March 9th - 4:00pm in the Thompson Conference Center

Jennifer Klein, M.A. “How to Live in a Stressed Out World”

Jennifer studied at the Mind/Body Medical Institute at Harvard Medical School. Jennifer joined Thompson Health’s spiritual care volunteer program in 1996 and in 2000 helped develop its eight-week “Healing Pathways” program. Jennifer has been leading stress reduction classes throughout the region for the past nine years. She has a Master’s degree in Experiential Health and Healing

January - Monday January 16th - 7:30 at the JCC 1200 Edgewood Ave 7- 7:30 meet and greet

Juan M. Lehoux, M.D. - Thoracic Surgeon

Dr. Lehoux is on the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He joined UR medicine Heart & Vascular after completing a fellowship in Congenital Cardiac Surgery at Texas Children’s Hospital/Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. Dr. Lehoux completed his General Surgery residency at the Cleveland Clinic and Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH. He then went on to the U of R Medical center where he completed his cardiothoracic surgery training. His clinical interests include adult, congenital, and pediatric cardiac surgery with special interest in surgical management of heart failure in both adults and children.

February - No Meeting

March - Monday March 20th - 7:30 at the JCC 1200 Edgewood Ave 7-7:30 meet and greet

Kassi Lippke - Exercise Physiologist

Kassi is an adjunct professor at the College of Brockport. She attended Canisius College where she earned a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology. Her certifications are ACSM, ACLS, BLS, ACSCM Exercise in medicine. She volunteers at her church, United Way of Livingston county and is a Heart Walk Captain for the American Heart Association.

Mendiversaries

“Heartbeat of Rochester” Page 2

If you do not want your name to appear in this column please contact Amy at (585) 637-8884.

January February March

Hospital Visiting…

Hospital visiting is continuing but we could use more volunteers! If you have experienced a cardiac event and think that you can help another get through their experience a little easier, than please consider volunteering with Mended Hearts Chapter 50 in Rochester. This is a very valuable service to heart patients, it allows them to chat with someone who already knows what they are going through. Many family members, although present at the hospital with their loved one, can’t relate to what their family member is going through both physically or mentally. As a volunteer you might be able to help someone by easing their fears or just by understanding what they are feeling.

Call our visiting chair, Harvey Steron if you would like to consider helping us to help others. 585-442-7721

“Be not afraid of going slowly, be afraid only of standing still” - Chinese Provberb

Who we are… Mended Hearts, a national nonprofit organization, has been offering the gift of hope to heart disease patients, their families and caregivers for more than 60 years. Total membership is over 20,000.

Mended Hearts brings together patients, spouses, family, and medical professionals to form a network of caring individuals.

The “HEARTBEAT of ROCHESTER" is the quarterly periodical of Mended Hearts of Greater Rochester NY, Chapter 50. Mended Hearts, Inc. is a nonprofit service organization dedicated to alleviating the stress and trauma associated with heart disease and surgery. This periodical is issued free of charge to heart patients and to members of Chapter 50. Written permission to reprint with credit any portion of this newsletter may be requested from the editor.

Joseph Amato John Becker

Richard Clarke Richard Keily

Marvin Korus Ron Krahl

Joseph LeFrois John Schmidt

Christopher Vigliotti Bonnie Wise

Robert Flaherty

Esther Herman

Virginia Noxon

Bernard Quinlan

Edward Baron, Sr.

Eugene Binder

John Fisk

Patricia Guerrette

Joan Reineke

Dolores Sibs

Clare Wolcott

As I write this presidents update,

recovery from my surgery is coming

slowly due to other health issues. I

was back in the hospital twice since

surgery also. As a chapter of

mended hearts national we are

facing many challenges; Harvey

Steron has been at R.G.H. with

serious health issues, Finances are

a real issue due to donations, and

not many new members signing up.

Your Board members - Barney,

Bruce, and Marlene continue to

apply for grants. It is a long process

and many require extensive

information. As of today we apply

Dr. Teeters and myself have applied

for four, three of these four are not

taking on new organizations this

year. Disappointing, but we will

keep trying! We need more

volunteers for hospital visits. In

early 2017 all members will be

receiving information on Chapter 50

election of officers. We will be

forming a nominating committee

and we will contact each member

asking if they have someone they

would like to nominate. Then we will

ask any person that is nominated if

they will serve in that office. All

officers and volunteers are a very

important part of chapter 50. Will

you as a member (if able) step up

and keep chapter 50 going in 2017

and beyond ???? If you can not

serve in an office or volunteer, will

you donate on a monthly basis to

chapter 50?? For over 50 years

Chapter 50 has helped heart

patients and their family in the

Rochester area. The two things I

wrote about are very significant . If

they do not change will chapter 50

be able to continue????

Sincerely

Bruce Newton

President Chapter 50

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President’s Corner

Mended Hearts Rochester would like to express its sincere thanks to the “Sands-Constellation Heart Institute”—a part of Rochester General Hospital for its generous, ongoing assistance in printing our newsletter.

Mended Hearts Chapter 50 wishes to thank Lori’s Natural Foods for

supplying the organic apples we serve at our monthly meetings.

The support of

Cinchlink

Internet

Marketing for

our website is

gratefully

acknowledged

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SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!

We appreciate the generous support

from our Anonymous Donors.

Thank you!

How alcohol influences stroke rate

A review of data from 27 studies, suggests that one or two drinks per day is linked with lower risk of stroke. On the other hand, more than two drinks raised risk of stroke. The study, by the Karolinska Institutet of Sweden, compared data about two-a-day drinkers to non-drinkers and occasional drinkers. Light drinkers had an 8 percent reduced risk of ischemic stroke, which is caused by a blockage of an artery supplying blood to the brains. It is the most common form of stroke. Four-a-day drinkers had an 8 percent increase risk of ischemic stroke. With more than four drinks, the risk rose to 14 percent. Heavier drinking also increased the risk of hemorrhagic stroke, in which a blood vessel near the brain bursts, by a whopping 82 percent. Moderate drinking did not raise the rate of hemorrhagic stroke. This research, published in BMC Medicine, did not study people directly but analyzed data about people from 27 other studies.

Heart Healthy Recipe Page

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Ingredients

Directions

1. Heat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with nonstick foil. Cook rice

according to package instructions.

2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar and ginger; transfer

half to a large bowl and toss with the chicken.

3. Place panko in a shallow bowl and toss with oil. Coat each cutlet in panko and

transfer to prepared baking sheet. Bake until golden brown and cooked through, 10

to 12 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and toss with chili, pineapple, and cilantro. Serve with chicken

cutlets and reserved sauce.

1 c. long-grain white rice

1/4 c. reduced-sodium soy sauce

1 tbsp. rice vinegar

1 1/2 tbsp. grated fresh ginger

8 small chicken cutlets (about 1 1/4 lbs.)

1 1/4 c. panko (Japanese bread crumbs)

1 1/2 tbsp. canola oil

1 small red chili, thinly sliced

1/2 small pineapple, cored and cut into thin 1/2" pieces

1 c. fresh cilantro leaves

Baked Chicken Cutlets with Pineapple Rice

Recipe courtesy of Womansday.com

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When winter blows in, you can pull the blankets over your head and go back to sleep—or you can suit up and head out for an outdoor winter adventure!

Tips to Keep in Mind

There’s no reason you need to take a break from physical activity when the temperature drops. In fact, exercising in cooler weather has some distinct advantages over working out in warmer weather.

1. No heat and humidity to deal with. Winter’s chill might even make you feel awake and invigorated.

2. You may be able to work out longer in cold weather—which means you can burn even more calories.

3. It’s a great way to take in the sunlight (in small doses). Not only can light improve many people’s moods, it also helps you get some vitamin D.

4. Exercise boosts your immunity during cold and flu season. Just a few minutes a day can help prevent simple bacterial and viral infections, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Try these outdoor activities:

Brisk walking or hiking

Jogging or running

Raking leaves

Shoveling snow

Ice skating

Sledding

Cross-country skiing

Snowshoeing

Stay Warm, Stay Safe

Staying warm and dry when heading out to exercise in cold weather is all about layers. A little preparation can keep you safe from cold weather hazards like hypothermia and frostbite.

Cold temperatures, strong winds and damp conditions (like rain and snow) steal your body heat. For example, according to the National Weather Service, a 30-degree day with 30-mile-an-hour wind feels like about 15 degrees. And if you get wet (from rain, snow or perspiration) that effect is only magnified. That’s why layers of clothing are so important. They help trap the heat and form a kind of insulation against the elements.

Resist your instinct to start layering with cotton. Once cotton becomes wet with sweat or snow, the moisture is trapped and will actually make you feel colder (and heavier). For your first layer, you want something that pulls moisture away from your skin, like the moisture wicking fabrics used in high-performance sportswear. Next, add a layer of fleece; finally, top with a thin waterproof layer.

Know the Signs

Hypothermia means the body temperature has fallen below 35 degrees Celsius or about 95 degrees Fahrenheit. It occurs when your body can't produce enough energy to keep the internal body temperature warm enough. It can kill you.

Symptoms can include:

lack of coordination

mental confusion

slowed reactions

slurred speech

cold feet and hands

shivering

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Children and the elderly may be at more risk because they may have limited ability to communicate or impaired mobility. Elderly people may also have lower subcutaneous fat and a diminished ability to sense temperature, so they can suffer hypothermia without knowing they're in danger. Learn more about cold weather and cardiovascular disease.

Stay Hydrated

Don’t forget to drink water when exercising in cooler weather. Thirst isn’t the best indicator that you need to drink. Learn more about staying hydrated.

Bye-Bye, Couch Potato!

If the winter weather prevents you from getting outside, don’t just reach for the remote. Make your time inside count. There are many ways to get physical activity indoors—no gym required. Hand weights or resistance bands are a great addition, but not necessary. You can also wear a heavy backpack to add intensity to your workout.

Try these indoor activities:

Home workout circuit

Dancing

Active housework like vacuuming and sweeping

Mall walking

Bowling

Roller skating

Yoga or other fun group classes at your local gym, studio, or community center Stair climbing

Fit in Fitness

Follow the American Heart Association physical activity recommendations to improve your quality of life. Whether you’re aiming for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise or at least 75 of vigorous exercise each week, or an equal combination of both, you can break either down into 10-minute sessions sprinkled throughout your day.

What if I’m recovering from a cardiac event or stroke?

Some people are afraid to exercise after a heart attack. But regular physical activity can help reduce your chances of having another heart attack.

The AHA published a statement in 2014 that doctors should prescribe exercise to stroke patients since there is strong evidence that physical activity and exercise after stroke can improve cardiovascular fitness, walking ability and upper arm strength.

If you’ve had a heart attack or stroke, talk with your doctor before starting any exercise to be sure you’re following a safe, effective physical activity program.

- Continued

Information courtesy of American Heart Association

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