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Wednesday, August 25, 2010

“Health Briefs for Aug. 25 - North County Times”

“Health Briefs for Aug. 25 - North County Times”

Health Briefs for Aug. 25 - North County Times

Posted: 25 Aug 2010 12:06 AM PDT

Note: "Wednesday" refers to Aug. 25

Recalls

TRANSFORMERS CANDY: The California Department of Public Health warns consumers not to eat Trans Formers "Revenge of the Fallen"' Crunchy Candies from one specific lot after tests found unacceptable levels of lead. Consumers should discard the candy immediately. The candy is imported from China and distributed by Au'some Inc., in Monmouth Junction, N.J. The affected lot, Lot # 09168, was sold exclusively to 99 Cent Only stores in California, Arizona, Nevada and Texas. Recent analysis of the candy determined that it contained as much as 0.27 parts per million (ppm) of lead. California considers candies with lead levels in excess of 0.10 ppm to be contaminated. The candy is sold in 4.5-ounce packages (UPC # 66097311718-3) and consists of compressed, hard candies that are pink, orange, blue, and purple, visible through the package. The lot number, "09168," is printed on each individual bag in black ink on the clear plastic seam, located on the back of the packaging. Pregnant women and parents of children who may have consumed this candy should consult their physician or health care provider to determine whether medical testing is needed. If you find Trans Formers "Revenge of the Fallen" Crunchy Candies for sale, please call the CDPH Complaint Hotline at 800-495-3232.

Safety alerts

SUPPLEMENTS: The Food and Drug Administration has issued safety alerts about a number of products, including Miracle Mineral Supplement, which acts like an industrial-strength bleach and causes severe side effects when consumed as directed; stolen Advair Diskus asthma inhalers, which may be contaminated and have appeared in pharmacies; Evamist, a drug for menopausal women that children and pets should not be exposed to, and Que She, a product sold as an herbal weight-loss supplement that contains prescription drug ingredients, stimulants and a controlled substance. These and other alerts were prompted by reports FDA received from health care professionals and patients through the agency's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting Program.

Learn more about these safety alerts and what to do if you've used one of the affected products at

http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm221628.htm. Sign up for e-mail notices of new FDA Consumer Updates at https://service.govdelivery.com/service/subscribe.html?code=USFDA_9.

Clinical studies

DIABETES: AMCR Institute, with campuses in Escondido and Temecula, is seeking volunteers with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes for a clinical research study to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of a faster-acting insulin being developed to replace mealtime insulin. Qualified volunteers will have been treated with insulin within the last 12 months and be willing to inject basal insulin twice a day. They also must be willing to avoid using an insulin pump and a continuous glucose monitoring system during the trial period. Participants must be at least 18 and will receive all study-related medical evaluations and treatment medications free, and may be compensated for time and travel. Call 877-567-2627.

Assistance

TALK WITH A PHARMACIST: Members of Rite Aid's free "wellness+" customer rewards program now can chat online with a pharmacist 24/7. The online chat is accessed through each wellness+ member's account at www.riteaid.com by logging in with user name and password. Log-in takes members directly to their personal wellness+ pages, where they can click on the Ask a Pharmacist "Chat Live Now" button and go directly to a chat screen with a pharmacist. Members of wellness+ also can talk to a pharmacist 24/7 by calling 1-800-RITEAID. and giving their wellness+ card number. Sign up for free Rite Aid wellness+ rewards card at any Rite Aid store, online at www.riteaid.com or by calling 1-800-RITE-AID. Online activation allows members to print a coupon for $5 off their next $25 purchase.

Meetings

OSTOMY SUPPORT: Karen Archiply from Archi's Acres in Valley Center will speak at the North County Ostomy Support Group meeting at 1 p.m. Friday in Assembly Room 1 at Tri-City Medical Center, 4002 Vista Way. The small organic farm is also home to the Veterans Sustainable Agriculture Training program, which works with the San Diego Veterans Affairs Healthcare System to help returning veterans transition back into the private sector. Call 760-294-3150 or e-mail rgalli@cox.net.

PARKINSON'S: The Cardiff North County Parkinson's Support Group meets at 1 p.m. Sept. 1 at Belmont Village, 3535 Manchester Ave., Cardiff. Discussion on information needed for emergency room visits by those with Parkinson's. Call 760-940-2763.

PARKINSON'S: The Vista North County Parkinson's Support Group meets at 10 a.m. Sept. 8 at the Gloria McCellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista. Discussion on information needed for emergency room visits by those with Parkinson's. Call 760-940-2763.

Classes

AT CARLSBAD SENIOR CENTER: The Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave., Carlsbad, offers these classes, which are free unless otherwise indicated. Call 760-602-4655:

-- "Ask the Nurse," 9 a.m.-noon Friday. For seniors to ask a registered nurse medically-related questions regarding a diagnosis, prescription, or conditions.

-- Free hearing screenings, 9 a.m.-noon Thursday. Also, eligible residents will be provided with a free amplified phone on site via the California Telephone Access Program. Reserve to 760-602-4650 for an appointment.

-- Zumba Gold sample class for seniors, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Friday or 1-2 p.m. Sept. 2. Zumba combines simple dance steps with infectious Latin rhythms for a safe, moderate cardio workout that includes toning and stretching. Call 760-602-4650.

AT SAN MARCOS SENIOR CENTER: These classes are offered at the San Marcos Senior Center, 111 Richmar Road, San Marcos. Call (760) 744-5535.

-- Yoga, 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. A multi-level class for all ages. Cost is $3. Call 760-726-7236.

-- Body Balance, 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. For all ages. Light aerobics, weights, balance and flexibility exercises. Cost is $3. Call 760-726-7236.

GYNECOLOGICAL SURGERY: Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns offers "Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Options," a free seminar from 6-8:30 p.m. Sept. 8 to learn about minimally invasive gynecologic surgery options, including da Vinci Robotic Surgery. Register to 800-82-SHARP (800-827-4277) or visit www.sharp.com/marybirch.

FOOD FOR LIFE: Sharp Memorial Hospital Cancer Institute hosts Food for Life classes from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays from Sept. 7-Oct. 26 (no class Sept. 21). Learn nutrition and cooking tips that have been shown to help with prevention or survival of cancer and other chronic diseases. Classes are held at Sharp Memorial Outpatient Pavilion, 3075 Health Center Drive, San Diego. Cost is $70 and includes a copy of "The Cancer Survivor's Guide: Foods That Help You Fight Back." Classes must be prepaid. Register to 800-82-SHARP or visit www.sharp.com/classes.

AT PPH: Palomar Pomerado Health hosts free and low-cost health education classes and screenings. Register to 800-628-2880 (required) or visit www.pph.org and click on "Classes and Events" unless otherwise noted:

-- Wig Wednesday, 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Pomerado Outpatient Pavilion, 15611 Pomerado Road, Poway. Wig fittings and all you need to know about scalp and wig care, head scarves, and how you can look and feel your best. Register to 858-613-6110.

-- Successful Breastfeeding (Prenatal), 6:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, Pomerado Outpatient Pavilion, 15611 Pomerado Road, Poway. Led by a certified lactation consultant. Fee is $25 / mom or couple.

-- HeartSaver First Aid, 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Pomerado Hospital, Conference Room C/D, 15615 Pomerado Road, Poway. General principles of first aid, as well as medical, injury and environmental emergencies. Fee is $45.

-- Embracing Your Emotional Health, 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Pomerado Hospital, Conference Room C/D, 15615 Pomerado Road, Poway. Join Carol LeBeau and PPH psychiatrists Irinel Chiriac and Marina Katz for an intimate, small-group discussion addressing common behavioral health issues facing women of all ages. Fee is $10.

-- Refine Your Spine, 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday. At Palomar Medical Center, Escondido. Learn the latest treatment options for back pain relief.

GRIEVING A CHILD: The Elizabeth Hospice's Center for Compassionate Care offers an eight-week support group for parents and grandparents who are grieving the death of a young child or adult. The group will meet from 6:30-8 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Center for Compassionate Care, 930 Canterbury Place, Escondido. Participation fee is requested to cover materials and resources; however, no one will be excluded because of inability to pay. Reserve to 760-796-3734 by Sept. 13.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT: The Elizabeth Hospice Center for Compassionate Care offers these Caregivers Workshops at the Center for Compassionate Care, 930 Canterbury Place, Escondido. Free. Reserve to 760-737-2050:

-- The (Not-So) Organized Caregiver, 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday: Steps needed to make caring for a loved one more organized, more manageable, and less stressful.

-- Share the Care, 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday: Learn how to get the support you need and deserve while caring for a seriously ill loved one.

HEALTHY COPING: The Elizabeth Hospice Center for Compassionate Care offers these free workshops designed to support healthy coping in families dealing with loss or diagnosis of a serious illness at 930 Canterbury Place, Escondido. Reserve to 760-737-2050:

-- Understanding Your Child's Needs, 4-5:30 p.m. Sept. 8: Understand how age and development affect how children and teens experience and respond to challenging situations.

-- Talking With Children and Teens About Serious Illness, 4-5:30 p.m. Sept. 16: Explore ways to begin and continue a conversation with children and teens who are adjusting to a loved one's diagnosis of a serious illness.

-- Organizing Your Support System, 4-5:30 p.m. Sept. 23: Organizing your family and other support systems can help minimize disruptions in daily life and provide a sense of calm and control.

-- Talking with Children and Teens About Grief and Loss, 4-5:30 p.m. Sept. 29: Ways to help support healthy coping and conversation with children and teens adjusting to the loss of a loved one.

AT SCRIPPS: Scripps Health offers these lectures and more at its various sites. Register to 800-727-4777; visit scripps.org:

-- Joint Replacement, 9 a.m., second and fourth Friday.

-- Pelvic Floor for New Moms, 1:30 p.m. third Wednesday.

-- Wheelchair Assessment Program, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. third Saturday.

-- Incontinence Treatment Program, by appointment, third Wednesday.

-- Outpatient Multiple Sclerosis, by appointment, first Saturday.

-- Gynecological Cancer Survivorship Lunch, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Friday.

-- Osteoarthritis Pain Free, 12:30 p.m. Sept. 15.

-- Reversing Chronic Pain and Suffering, 3 p.m. Sept. 14.

-- Healthy Hearts, 5:30 p.m. Sept. 15.

-- Multiple Sclerosis, 6 p.m. Sept. 21.

-- Matters of the Heart, 5:30 p.m. Sept. 23.

-- Too Stressed to Relax? 7 p.m. Sept. 30.

Free

STRESS BUSTER: Solana Beach licensed acupuncturist Barbara Seymour will offer community ear acupuncture clinics to reduce stress, anxiety and sleep problems at 6 p.m. Sept. 7, 14 and 21 at 136 N. Acacia Ave., Solana Beach. Patients are treated in a group setting with needles inserted only on acupuncture points of the ears. A non-needle alternative treatment is also available. Free, but donations will be accepted. Call 858- 342-1333 or visit www.seymouracupuncture.com.

Events

MASSAGES FOR THE CURE: Massage Envy outlets will host a Massage for the Cure fundraiser, offering one-hour therapeutic massages for $49 from 8 a.m.-10 p.m. (hours may vary at different centers) to raise funds for Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Of that, $15 from each massage will be donated to the local Komen Affiliate for breast cancer education, screening and treatment programs. Appointments are recommended; you do not have to be a Massage Envy member to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome. Visit www.MassageEnvy.com to find the nearest location.

SENIOR RESOURCE FAIR: The third annual Senior & Boomer Resource Fair will be from 1-4 p.m. Sept. 17 at Silvergate Assisted Living, 1550 Security Place, San Marcos. The free fair will have booths from the San Marcos Fire Department, San Marcos Sheriff's Department, community organizations and Medi Care Advocates, as well as free medical screenings, entertainment, games, giveaways and even a mini "Antiques Roadshow" offering free appraisals. Open to the whole family, not just seniors. Sponsored by Senior Specialists Networking Group, a local senior provider networking group serving seniors in our community. Call 760-497-1150.

BLOOD DONATIONS: The San Diego Blood Bank is hosting these donation opportunities. Call 800-469-7322:

-- 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Northrop Grumman, 15120 Innovation Drive, San Diego

-- 2-7 p.m. Thursday, UEI College - San Marcos parking lot, 2085 Montiel Road, San Marcos

-- 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, UEI College - San Marcos parking lot, 2085 Montiel Road, San Marcos

-- 2-7 p.m. Friday, LA Fitness, 125 N. Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos

-- 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday, Mission Hills Church, 400 Mission Hills Court, San Marcos

-- 2-7 p.m. Tuesday, Westwood Club, 17394 West Bernardo Drive, San Diego

-- 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sept. 1, GEICO, 14111 Danielson St., Poway

-- 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 4, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2255 Felicita Road, Escondido

-- 12:30-5:30 p.m. Sept. 7, Anytime Fitness, 100 N. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Lake San Marcos

-- 1-6 p.m. Sept. 7, Vons & Subway parking lot, 13255 Black Mountain Road, San Diego

The Red Cross is hosting this donation opportunity:

-- 12:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, San Diego County Library, Vista Branch, 700 Eucalyptus Ave., Vista. Call 760-643-5130.

Send your health news to health@nctimes.com, or mail to Laura Groch, Health Editor, North County Times, 207 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Escondido, CA 92025.

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