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FROM THE EDITORS OF

Be WellRhodyR H O D E I S L A N D M O N T H L Y ’ S

2019

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Our Annual Guide to Health and Wellness

Be Well Rhody will appear alongside the January 2020 issue of Rhode Island Monthly. In addition to the variety of timely health information provided by our award-winning editors, we are offering the opportunity for advertisers to showcase their expertise with an attractive format. Don’t miss the opportunity to put your expert knowledge in front of an audience that makes health care decisions for themselves and their families.

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Time to break out the scarves and mittens! Winter is known for its cold air, fun outdoor activities and hot chocolate. There are some health risks that you should be aware of, no matter your age. The medical experts of Brown Physicians, Inc. fill us in on winter health-related issues and ways to avoid them from happening.

Staying Healthy This Winter

Although winter comes as no surprise, many of us are not ready for its arrival. If you are prepared for the hazards of winter, you will be more likely to stay safe and healthy when temperatures start to fall.

Many people spend time outdoors in the winter working, traveling, or enjoying winter sports. Outdoor activities can expose you to several safety hazards, but you can take these steps to prepare for them: Wear appropriate outdoor clothing: wear a tightly woven, preferably wind-resistant coat or jacket; inner layers of light, warm clothing; mittens; hats;

scarves; and waterproof boots. Sprinkle cat litter or sand on icy patches. Work slowly when doing outside chores. Take a buddy and an emergency kit when you are participating in outdoor recreation and always carry a cell phone.

Also, remember while in your car or taking a winter trip to have supplies such as an emergency kit that includes first-aid items, your cell phone, a flashlight (and extra batteries), a portable charger, blankets,some food and water, booster cables, flares, and a bag of sand or cat litter (for traction).

For more information, give us a call at 401.863.5367 or visit BrownPhysicians.org.

Brown Dermatology Brown Emergency Medicine

Brown MedicineBrown Urology

Brown Neurology University Surgical Associates

We’re changing the medical landscape in Rhode Island.

Building better healthcare together. Brown Physicians, Inc. is a community-based not-for-profit multi-specialty practice group founded and led by faculty affiliated with The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Our mission is to provide outstanding patient care, exceptional medical education, and groundbreaking advances in research to promote better health for the people of Rhode Island and its surrounding communities.

Brown Medicine includes Brown Dermatology, Brown Emergency Medicine, Brown Neurology, Brown Urology, and University Surgical Associates. At Brown Physicians, Inc., we are providing a better patient experience with coordinated care across a wide spectrum of medical specialties. brownphysicians.org

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Sore throats are usually caused by viral

infections. Wear a scarf to keep your face

covered outside. If you do get a sore

throat, gargling with salt water can help

with relief.

Asthma can be triggered by cold air. Be

cautious during winter by staying indoors

on cold and windy days. If you go out,

cover your nose and mouth. Keep inhalers

close by.

Heart attacks are common in winter

because the cold weather can increase

your blood pressure, putting strain on the

heart. Indoors, keep your main rooms

heated, use extra blankets or layers of

clothing as needed, and dress warm when

you go out.

Dry skin can get worse when it’s cold.

Moisturize more than usual, especially

after taking a bath or shower. Wear gloves

and scarves when outside to cover

exposed skin.

Arthritis can feel worse during the winter,

but there isn’t evidence that cold weather

makes arthritis worse. If you think your

arthritis pain is worse, try increasing your

physical activity levels. Immobility can

make pain worse.

Colds and the flu are common. Wash

your hands frequently, avoid touching

your nose, mouth, and eyes, and avoid

people who are already sick. Remember to

get your flu shot also.

Doctor’s AdviceHow to stay healthy this

winter from a sore throat to dry, itchy skin.

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For more information, give us a call at 401.863.5367 or visit BrownPhysicians.org.

Brown Dermatology Brown Emergency Medicine

Brown MedicineBrown Urology

Brown Neurology University Surgical Associates

We’re changing the medical landscape in Rhode Island.

Building better healthcare together. Brown Physicians, Inc. is a community-based not-for-profit multi-specialty practice group founded and led by faculty affiliated with The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Our mission is to provide outstanding patient care, exceptional medical education, and groundbreaking advances in research to promote better health for the people of Rhode Island and its surrounding communities.

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Good oral health is very important. It touches every aspect of our lives but is often taken for granted. Your mouth can show signs of nutritional deficiencies or general infection. Systemic diseases, those that affect the entire body, may first become apparent because of mouth lesions or other oral problems.

Oral Health: The Window to a Healthy Body

Whether you are 80 or 8, your oral health is important. Most Americans today enjoy excellent oral health but cavities

remain the most prevalent chronic disease of childhood. Some 100 million Americans fail to see a dentist each year, even though regular dental examinations and good oral hygiene can prevent most dental disease. Many people believe that they need to see a dentist only if they are in pain, but regular dental visits can contribute to a lifetime of good oral health. If you are experiencing dental pain, don’t put off seeing a dentist. With dentistry’s many advances, diagnosis and treatment are more sophisticated and comfortable than ever.

At Smiles, oral and maxillofacial surgeons James Smothers, DDS and Jane Hartman, DMD, of Woonsocket and Warwick, RI practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from corrective jaw surgery to wisdom tooth removal. 60 Green Trail, Woonsocket, and 2990 Williams Rd., Warwick, 434-4006, smilesdentalcare.com.

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Diabetes By reducing the body’s

resistance to infection, diabetes puts your

gums at risk. Gum disease appears to be

more frequent an5ere among people who

have diabetes.

Alzheimer’s Disease Worsening oral

health is seen as Alzheimer’s disease

progresses.

Osteoporosis This bone-weakening

disease is linked with periodontal bone

loss and tooth loss.

Dentist’s AdviceThe following diseases can efffect

the oral health of your body.

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Lower back pain has many causes. The normal wear and tear that happens as you begin getting older. While you can’t prevent every type of painful back disorder, in most cases there are things you can do to help keep your back healthy.

Five Easy Steps to a Pain-Free Back

Weak back and abdominal muscles — due to deconditioning or age — cause or exacerbate many cases of low back pain. That’s why stretching and strengthening

both your back and abdominal muscles is important not only for treating low back pain, but also for helping to prevent a recurrence of the problem. Yoga is one way to assist in keeping a health back.

Exercise strengthens and lengthens the muscles that support the spine. A good exercise regimen should target the back, abdominal, and buttock muscles. Strong abdominal or hip flexor muscles, for example, help people maintain an upright posture, as do strong extensor muscles, which run the full length of the back and maintain alignment of the vertebrae.

Rhode Island Spine Consultants, with several convenient locations to serve you, understand the challenges faced when you’re confronting neck and back pain, where even the simple routines of life can be painfully difficult. Our team is comprised of the best spine surgeons in Rhode Island. Various locations in the state. 434-4888, rispinesurgery.com.

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Bridges The gluteus maximus is the large

muscle of the buttocks. It’s responsible for

movement at the hip.

Drawing in Maneuver The transverse

abdominis is the muscle that wraps

around the midline and supports the spine

and abdomen.

Supermans Your back extensors run

along your spine. They support your spine

and pelvic bones. Go toRIback_barrington.

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above exercises and more.

Doctor’s AdviceThe following exercises can

relieve back pain in your daily life.

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Good oral health is very important. It touches every aspect of our lives but is often taken for granted. Your mouth can show signs of nutritional deficiencies or general infection. Systemic diseases, those that affect the entire body, may first become apparent because of mouth lesions or other oral problems.

Oral Health: The Window to a Healthy Body

Whether you are 80 or 8, your oral health is important. Most Americans today enjoy excellent oral health but cavities

remain the most prevalent chronic disease of childhood. Some 100 million Americans fail to see a dentist each year, even though regular dental examinations and good oral hygiene can prevent most dental disease. Many people believe that they need to see a dentist only if they are in pain, but regular dental visits can contribute to a lifetime of good oral health. If you are experiencing dental pain, don’t put off seeing a dentist. With dentistry’s many advances, diagnosis and treatment are more sophisticated and comfortable than ever.

At Smiles, oral and maxillofacial surgeons James Smothers, DDS and Jane Hartman, DMD, of Woonsocket and Warwick, RI practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from corrective jaw surgery to wisdom tooth removal. 60 Green Trail, Woonsocket, and 2990 Williams Rd., Warwick, 434-4006, smilesdentalcare.com.

❄

Diabetes By reducing the body’s

resistance to infection, diabetes puts your

gums at risk. Gum disease appears to be

more frequent an5ere among people who

have diabetes.

Alzheimer’s Disease Worsening oral

health is seen as Alzheimer’s disease

progresses.

Osteoporosis This bone-weakening

disease is linked with periodontal bone

loss and tooth loss.

Dentist’s AdviceThe following diseases can efffect

the oral health of your body.

50 words

150 words

Lower back pain has many causes. The normal wear and tear that happens as you begin getting older. While you can’t prevent every type of painful back disorder, in most cases there are things you can do to help keep your back healthy.

Five Easy Steps to a Pain-Free Back

Weak back and abdominal muscles — due to deconditioning or age — cause or exacerbate many cases of low back pain. That’s why stretching and strengthening

both your back and abdominal muscles is important not only for treating low back pain, but also for helping to prevent a recurrence of the problem. Yoga is one way to assist in keeping a health back.

Exercise strengthens and lengthens the muscles that support the spine. A good exercise regimen should target the back, abdominal, and buttock muscles. Strong abdominal or hip flexor muscles, for example, help people maintain an upright posture, as do strong extensor muscles, which run the full length of the back and maintain alignment of the vertebrae.

Rhode Island Spine Consultants, with several convenient locations to serve you, understand the challenges faced when you’re confronting neck and back pain, where even the simple routines of life can be painfully difficult. Our team is comprised of the best spine surgeons in Rhode Island. Various locations in the state. 434-4888, rispinesurgery.com.

❄

Bridges The gluteus maximus is the large

muscle of the buttocks. It’s responsible for

movement at the hip.

Drawing in Maneuver The transverse

abdominis is the muscle that wraps

around the midline and supports the spine

and abdomen.

Supermans Your back extensors run

along your spine. They support your spine

and pelvic bones. Go toRIback_barrington.

com to see step-by-step instruction on the

above exercises and more.

Doctor’s AdviceThe following exercises can

relieve back pain in your daily life.

RI Spine Consultants

Smiles DENTAL CARE

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Time to break out the scarves and mittens! Winter is known for its cold air, fun outdoor activities and hot chocolate. There are some health risks that you should be aware of, no matter your age. The medical experts of Brown Physicians, Inc. fill us in on winter health-related issues and ways to avoid them from happening.

Staying Healthy This Winter

Although winter comes as no surprise, many of us are not ready for its arrival. If you are prepared for the hazards of winter, you will be more likely to stay safe and healthy when temperatures start to fall.

Many people spend time outdoors in the winter working, traveling, or enjoying winter sports. Outdoor activities can expose you to several safety hazards, but you can take these steps to prepare for them: Wear appropriate outdoor clothing: wear a tightly woven, preferably wind-resistant coat or jacket; inner layers of light, warm clothing; mittens; hats;

scarves; and waterproof boots. Sprinkle cat litter or sand on icy patches. Work slowly when doing outside chores. Take a buddy and an emergency kit when you are participating in outdoor recreation and always carry a cell phone.

Also, remember while in your car or taking a winter trip to have supplies such as an emergency kit that includes first-aid items, your cell phone, a flashlight (and extra batteries), a portable charger, blankets,some food and water, booster cables, flares, and a bag of sand or cat litter (for traction).

For more information, give us a call at 401.863.5367 or visit BrownPhysicians.org.

Brown Dermatology Brown Emergency Medicine

Brown MedicineBrown Urology

Brown Neurology University Surgical Associates

We’re changing the medical landscape in Rhode Island.

Building better healthcare together. Brown Physicians, Inc. is a community-based not-for-profit multi-specialty practice group founded and led by faculty affiliated with The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Our mission is to provide outstanding patient care, exceptional medical education, and groundbreaking advances in research to promote better health for the people of Rhode Island and its surrounding communities.

Brown Medicine includes Brown Dermatology, Brown Emergency Medicine, Brown Neurology, Brown Urology, and University Surgical Associates. At Brown Physicians, Inc., we are providing a better patient experience with coordinated care across a wide spectrum of medical specialties. brownphysicians.org

❄

Sore throats are usually caused by viral

infections. Wear a scarf to keep your face

covered outside. If you do get a sore

throat, gargling with salt water can help

with relief.

Asthma can be triggered by cold air. Be

cautious during winter by staying indoors

on cold and windy days. If you go out,

cover your nose and mouth. Keep inhalers

close by.

Heart attacks are common in winter

because the cold weather can increase

your blood pressure, putting strain on the

heart. Indoors, keep your main rooms

heated, use extra blankets or layers of

clothing as needed, and dress warm when

you go out.

Dry skin can get worse when it’s cold.

Moisturize more than usual, especially

after taking a bath or shower. Wear gloves

and scarves when outside to cover

exposed skin.

Arthritis can feel worse during the winter,

but there isn’t evidence that cold weather

makes arthritis worse. If you think your

arthritis pain is worse, try increasing your

physical activity levels. Immobility can

make pain worse.

Colds and the flu are common. Wash

your hands frequently, avoid touching

your nose, mouth, and eyes, and avoid

people who are already sick. Remember to

get your flu shot also.

Doctor’s AdviceHow to stay healthy this

winter from a sore throat to dry, itchy skin.

225 words

200 words

For more information, give us a call at 401.863.5367 or visit BrownPhysicians.org.

Brown Dermatology Brown Emergency Medicine

Brown MedicineBrown Urology

Brown Neurology University Surgical Associates

We’re changing the medical landscape in Rhode Island.

Building better healthcare together. Brown Physicians, Inc. is a community-based not-for-profit multi-specialty practice group founded and led by faculty affiliated with The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Our mission is to provide outstanding patient care, exceptional medical education, and groundbreaking advances in research to promote better health for the people of Rhode Island and its surrounding communities.

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