PAGE 14A I Anioinc NEWS MAY 15, 2009 Va. 35, No 18 603-926-4557 HEALTH & WELLNESS Taking a look at Healthy Vision Month Ken Bukowski BY KIN BUKOWSHI SPICIAL TO THE Anminc NEWS SEACOAST I May is Healthy Vision Month, and the occasion provides a great opportunity to emphasize the importance of following proper eye safety guidelines in all work environments. According to Federal Occupational Health, a group within the US Department of Health and Human Services, more than 2,000 people suffer from eye injuries each day and an estimated 1,000 of those occur in American workplaces alone. Ninety percent of these injuries could be pre- SPECIAL TO THE ATLANTIC NEWS EXETER I Core Physicians, an operating affiliate of Exeter Health Resourc- vented if individuals took precautionary steps and wore appropriate eyewear. Preventative measures at work Always use proper eye protection, especially if it is assigned to the particular job at hand. Safety glasses and goggles should have lenses that are impact-resistant and meet the standards of the American National Standards Institute. They can also be equipped with side shields, cups or tinted lenses. Although not technically considered to be eyewear, shields and helmets can be utilized as well. These are mostly used when working with chemicals or heat sources. If operating machinery, use machine guards, work screens or other engineering controls. It is recommended to keep eyewash and a rigid eye shield in the company first-aid kit for emergencies. Common causes of eye injuries include: Flying es, recently announced that Exeter Cardiovascular Associates has joined Core Physicians and is now Core HAMPTON VISION CENTER Optometrist: K.B. Boyer, O.D. Opticians:WM."Sully" Sullivan • Liz Sullivan Allison Bisognani • Sara Funk • Wendy Steinmetz 28 Depot Square (In the Park) Hampton, NH 03842 • 603.926.2722 www.hamptonvisioncenter.com objects (bits of metal, glass); tools; wind-blown particles; chemicals; harmful radiation; and any combination of these or other hazards. Workers who wear prescription glasses must also wear required eye protection. Do not wear contact lenses around smoke, dust or chemical fumes. They can become trapped under the lenses, causing eye irritation or damage. If this occurs, remove the lens and rinse the eyes for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention, and follow up with an eye care professional. Eye strain from computer use Eye protection is also important in a office environment. While working at a computer won't cause damage to the eyes, it can cause eye strain and fatigue. Symptoms include sore or irritated eyes and trouble focusing. The following can help prevent eyestrain: • The computer screen should be 20-26 inches away Cardiology. Physicians and providers of Core Cardiology include William Berndt, MD; Alan Gladstone, MD; Gregory Goodkin, MD; Thomas Wharton, MD; Ernest Podrasky, MD; Alice Passer, MD and Stephen Coffey, NP and Mark Sughrue, NP. Core Physicians, an operating affiliate of Exeter Health Resources, is a community based, multi-specialty group practice. Core <strong>New</strong> local students receive a FREE WEEK! Featuring: • 20+ ongoing weekly classes ' Beginner series and workshops • Corporate Yoga (on-site - available) •Privates and Private Group Classes t)pcn 7 clays a week Class Punch cards and Memberships options are available, and Drop-ins are welcome. SPIDft-: yoga centcr VISIT OUR APPAREL NO BOUTIQUE 1*--- 18 moor 0......ftwont/foley WI-964A 919 u•lew.rra,,ItIvos■.,,ent, FUil InfoOlprandargacentacom from the eyes and sit slightly below eye level. • Adjustable chairs, screens and keyboards can help with proper , positioning. • A document holder next to the screen will help avoid constantly changing eye focus while reading and typing. • Change lighting to lessen glare or reflections on the screen. Off, good for local rcsodents5 relit radlusl Routine eye exams The most proactive measure that can be taken is to have annual eye exams completed by an eye care professional. Be sure to discuss any eye concerns, including eye safety and injury prevention in the workplace, during the next eye exam. Ken Bukcnoski is the vice president of Healthcare for AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel to many industries. For more information call (866) 825-5433 or visit AlliedBarton.corn. Core changes come for cardo practice Physicians' fundamental mission is to improve the health of individuals and families in the communities it serves. As the largest primary, specialty and surgical care physician network in the southern region of <strong>New</strong> Hampshire, Core Physicians offers 130+ providers and 26 locations. Affiliates of Core Physicians include Exeter Hospital, Synergy Health & Fitness, Rockingham VNA & Hospice and HEALTH NOTES SEACOAST VNA °HERS FOOT CARE CLINIC HAMPTON I The Seacoast Visiting Nurse As-ociation offers a foot care dinic on the fourth Thursday of every month from 1-4 p.m. at the Partridge House, located at 777 Lafayette Road in Hampton. The next scheduled clinic is for Thursday, May 21. Donations of $15 for the first visit and $10 for each visit after are greatly appreciated. Registration is required; to reserve a spot or for more information call Paula at (603) 929-3032, ext. 1101. REGISTER NOW FOR LIFE LINE SCREENINGS HAMPTON FALLS I Strokes, also known as "brain attacks," are ranked as the third leading cause of death in the United States and often occur without warning. In fact, four out of five people who suffer a stroke have no apparent warning signs prior to the stroke. The good news is that with early detection, 80 percent of strokes can be prevented. To that end, Life Line Screening Radiology will be conducting stroke and osteoporosis screenings on Monday, May 18 at the First Baptist Church of Hampton Falls, located at 3 Lincoln Avenue in Hampton Falls. Appointments will begin at 9 a.m. Screenings are painless, accurate and affordable. They help identify potential health problems such as blocked arteries and irregular heart rhythm, abdominal aortic aneurysms and hardening of the arteries in the legs, which is a strong predictor of heart disease. In addition, a bone density screening to assess osteoporosis risk will be offered and is appropriate for both men and women. All five screenings take from 60-90 minutes to complete. Those wishing to take part can register for a Wellness Package with Heart Rhythm for $149. Life Line Screening Radiology, LLC is dedicated to providing the highest quality ultrasound technology at an affordable rate. Their goal is to make people aware of undetected health problems and encourage them to seek follow-up care with their physician. For more information or to schedule a screening appointment, call (877) 237-1344. DBSA SUPPORT GROUPS MEET WEEKLY SEACOAST I There are now four Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) support groups in the greater <strong>New</strong> Hampshire Seacoast area. The groups meet weekly as follows: Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m. at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover; Tuesdays, 7:30 -9 p.m. at Hampstead Congregational Church; Wednesday women's group from 1:30-3 p.m. at Seacoast Mental Health Center in Exeter; and Fridays from 7-8:30 at Exeter Hospital. For more information, call Ted Doan at (603) 778-3160 or write dbsaexeter@comcast.net . CORE CARDIOLOGISTS — Exeter Cardiovascular Associates has joined Core Physicians to form Core Cardiology. Pictured here are (front row) Alan Gladstone, MD; Alice Passer, MD and Ernest Podrasky, MD; (back row) Thomas Wharton, MD; Mark Sughrue, ARNP; Stephen Coffey, ARNP; William Berndt, MD and Gregory Goodkin, MD. — Atlantic <strong>New</strong>s Courtesy Photo Exeter Healthcare. For more information, visit Core Cardiology is devot- www.corephysicians.org or ed to the physical and emo- call (603) 773 -9992. tional well-being of patients and their families. 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