The Gift of Caring
August, 2010 - Issue #70 
When it comes to patience and compassion, these professional caregivers have a gift - and it’s one they love to share.
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Medical Answers You Want
July, 2010 - Issue #69
Seven things you've been wondering about...(But were too Embarassed to Ask)
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Summer & Seniors:
May, 2010 - Issue #67
As more seniors “age in place” with the assistance of loved ones, community support services or professional caregivers (or, ideally, all three), it becomes increasingly important for everyone in a community - senior or otherwise - to recognize the special needs of our aging population.
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Not Going Anywhere
May, 2010 - Issue #67
Aging is inevitable; thankfully, spending one’s golden years in an “old-folks home” no longer is. As our population grows older, society has been forced to find ways to better serve both our seniors and those who love them. One of the most welcome developments are reputable in-home care businesses that provide invaluable services (think: bathing and hygiene care; medication monitoring; transportation to doctor’s appointments; light cleaning; meal preparation and much more). Myles McNamara, owner of Comfort Keepers In-home Care and a certified senior advisor, shares his thoughts about the business.
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Meet the Doctor 2010
May, 2010 - Issue #67
Inside SCV knows that you have a choice when it comes to your health - That's why we've gathered up some of our favorite local providers to give you the chance to get to know their bedside manner (without getting out of bed)
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The “Good Neighbor” Corner
May, 2010 - Issue #67
Good Neighbor Pharmacy wants to make sure that you are getting all of the benefits that Medicare provides. There have been some recent changes, and Medicare is now requiring all pharmacies that accept Medicare payments for medical equipment or diabetes testing items to go though “Medicare Accreditation.”
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Cutting-edge Medical Solutions
May, 2010 - Issue #67
Local experts address common medical issues and how to remedy them pronto!
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Health Notes
April, 2010 - Issue #66
Real Fixes for real conditions and a look at Senior Care...
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Good Neighbor Pharmacies
March, 2010 - Issue #65
What’s in a name? Good Neighbor Pharmacies of Santa Clarita Valley want to make sure to live up to their “Good Neighbor” title. The folks at Valencia Pharmacy, Valencia Town Center Pharmacy and Saugus Drugs & Hallmark are putting their time and money where their mouth is and truly being good neighbors. Here’s a rundown of recent “neighborly” activity.
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Notes for a Healthy Pregnancy
March, 2010 - Issue #65
Five tips to a keep you and your baby healthy.
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Health Notes
March, 2010 - Issue #65
A quick look at tips for skincare, chiropractic, foot care and overall health and fitness.
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Inside SCV Health & Wellness Guide
February, 2010 - Issue #64
Who better to introduce you to great local health professionals than your Santa Clarita neighbors? Inside SCV Magazine has compiled first-hand testimonials for your researching pleasure. Enjoy!
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Health Notes
January, 2010 - Issue #63
Helping your body cope with the overload of tasty treats that the holidays bring - and a few ideas for putting your feet first!
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Inside Your Family’s Health
January, 2010 - Issue #63
An Inside look at how to beat the holiday blues and have a happy, healthy pregnancy during the holidays.
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Health Notes
December, 2009 - Issue #62
Give Yourself the Gift of Health with the LapBand
For some people, diet and exercise alone just don’t work. Obesity is outpacing smoking as the largest cause of preventable death in the United States. The LapBand System is a minimally-invasive procedure that will help you lose weight permanently and safely. Health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure can be alleviated with weight loss.
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Health Notes
November, 2009 - Issue #61
Give Water Fitness a Try
Resistance is a key factor in improving strength and cardiovascular fitness. Compared to exercise on land, the same level of fitness can be attained in up to half the time! Water can be from four to 44 times more resistant than air, depending on how hard you work.
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Beauty Inside & Out
November, 2009 - Issue #61
Human touch can be a powerful catalyst for producing reactions. When touch takes the form of therapeutic massage, really good things can start to happen - and we’re not just talking about physical pleasure. There are many medically-proven head-to-toe health benefits from massage.
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Your Rx for...
October, 2009 - Issue #60
Weight Loss: Science-proven Ways to Speed Up your Metabolism
Countless dieters try to eat as little as possible in an attempt to reduce their body fat, but in reality they are only further slowing their metabolism and weight-loss progress. There are three main components to your metabolism.
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Beauty Inside & Out
September, 2009 - Issue #59
Uh oh. Summer is almost over and you’re still sporting the winter “padding” you’d planned to shed. Don’t worry. Local medical, beauty, and exercise experts are ready to help you slim down, gain strength, and become healthier and happier for the rest of your life.
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Health Notes
September, 2009 - Issue #59
From a clean scalp to happy feet, this months Health Notes feature is chock-full of helpful tips...
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Health Notes
August, 2009 - Issue #58
You can Look 10 Years Younger in Minutes
Minor procedures including Botox injection for wrinkles, as well as fillers such as FDA-approved Restylane or Juvederm to plump up the lips or correct wrinkles can make you feel years younger in less than an hour.
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Beauty Inside & Out
August, 2009 - Issue #58
“Oh, my aching back.” How many times have you said that? Probably one time too many.
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Beauty Inside & Out
July, 2009 - Issue #57
Summer. Bare feet. Sandals. They just go together, right?
But if you have ugly or embarrassing foot problems, you’d probably rather wear boots.
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Health Notes
June, 2009 - Issue #56
Healthy Lifestyle Decreases Chance of Stroke
Among cardiovascular disease, stroke is a leading cause of illness and death worldwide. In 2005, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that 5.7 million deaths were due to stroke. WHO states that at least 80 percent of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke could be avoided through healthy diet, regular physical activity and avoiding tobacco smoke.
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Win the War Against Hair Loss
June, 2009 - Issue #56
Scientific studies have shown that sunlight - or the lack of it - definitely affects our body’s biochemistry. Light also affects our hair, including how fast it grows. We have all experienced how our hair grows quicker during the summer, and this increased growth is due to improved blood supply to the hair follicles stimulated by the red light in sunlight.
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Tan-Tastic!
June, 2009 - Issue #56
Face it. You don’t have the time to cultivate a rich, deep tan - and even if you did, you’d end up looking like a bronzed raisin. Thank you, global warming!
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The Heat is On
May, 2009 - Issue #55
Start getting Ready for Summer Now
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Spring Clean
April, 2009 - Issue #54
[spring]
to come into being by growth
[clean]
gracefully spare; forceful and simple
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The Technology Behind Clear Vision
March, 2009 - Issue #53
Clear vision is a priceless gift.
A crucial connection to the surrounding world, this precious visual ability also allows people to be free of glasses and contact lenses.
And who wouldn’t want that?
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Health Notes
March, 2009 - Issue #53
Painless Laser Hair Removal is Possible
Electrolysis, once a popular procedure for permanent hair removal, is invasive, tedious, partially effective and can result in scarring or post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation. Although laser hair removal has been widely practiced for over a decade, most physicians offer outdated laser equipment and treatments are painful and results are only marginally effective; but there is an alternative.
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Health Notes
January, 2009 - Issue #51
Groom Your Glutes
It is crucial to include activities that work the gluteus maximus (butt) muscles into your exercise routine. This muscle burns fat, increases testosterone and releases growth hormone.
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Health Notes
December, 2008 - Issue #50
Acupuncture for Prevention
Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can prevent colds and flu by building up the immune system. Specific points along the energy pathways, or meridians, are known for strengthening the circulation of blood and energy and for consolidating the outer defense layers of the skin (Wei Qi) so that germs and viruses cannot enter through them.
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Health Notes
November, 2008 - Issue #49
Footwear Technology makes Walking a Safer, more Effective Workout
Today’s footwear designs can help your entire body look and feel better by improving posture, absorbing shock, correcting faulty gait patterns and enhancing athletic performance. Some footwear can help burn more calories while walking and strengthen core muscles.
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Health Notes
October, 2008 - Issue #48
Walking Off the Weight Starts with the First Step
The right footwear can be your first step toward total body fitness. Walking 30 minutes a day has tremendous health benefits including: reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke; type-2 diabetes, osteoporosis, reducing feelings of stress and depression; weight loss.
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Beauty Inside & Out
September, 2008 - Issue #47
Everyone loves the idea of having clear, unblemished skin. But in reality, few people get through life without realizing their fair share of pimples. While an occasional break-out may seem like a crisis, it’s a relatively small problem compared to the often unrelenting anguish of acne.
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Health Notes
August, 2008 - Issue #46
Sedation Dentistry “Great News” for Millions of Americans
Nearly 30 percent of Americans are afraid of the dentist. Now, dentistry can be a positive experience. Sedation dentistry, sometimes referred to as “relaxation dentistry” or “sleep dentistry” (which is inaccurate, as sedated patients remain conscious) is achieved by a pill, not a needle.
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Health Notes
July, 2008 - Issue #45
Hindsight is 20/20 when it comes to the Sun
Regarding aging skin, nearly 83 percent of men and women surveyed over the age of 55 stated that if they had to do it all over again, they would either stay out of the sun or seriously limit their sunning/tanning from previous years gone by.
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The Family Therapist is In
June, 2008 - Issue #44
Most of us suffer from bad days or bad moods and we can snap out of those
feelings within hours or days. However, there are many people who suffer from what is diagnosed as clinical depression. These are individuals who experience depression with symptoms lasting for more than two weeks. Studies show that even children as young as 3 can suffer from depression, which often goes undiagnosed because their symptoms of anger, irritability and acting out mask the actual problem. For adolescents, depression leading to suicide is a major cause of death among 15 to 24 year olds. Seniors over the age of 65 can also suffer from clinical depression, which is often misdiagnosed as dementia or senility.
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Health Notes
June, 2008 - Issue #44
Pre-sun Care
Apply your sunscreen at least 20 to 30 minutes prior to going out in the sun. Also, make sure any facial or body moisturizer is applied first and completely dry before adding your sunscreen on top.
Resource: Carol Donnelly, LE Dermal Solutions Esthetic Center
295-0027
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Health Notes
May, 2008 - Issue #43
The Science Behind Great Skin at any Age
For both men and women, the aging process can cause the skin to go through many changes. Your skin gradually becomes thinner and finely wrinkled. Oil-producing (sebaceous) glands grow less active, leaving your skin drier. The number of blood vessels in your skin decreases; your skin becomes more fragile; and you lose your youthful color. Hormones, the environment and how well we take care of our skin all impact how we age. Great skin can be achieved with proper care such as: daily use of a sunblock (UVA/UVB with 30 SPF or greater); avoiding the sun; washing your skin gently and applying moisturizer regularly; drinking plenty of water; getting at least eight hours of sleep; and exercising regularly. For damage that has already been done, there are laser and IPL treatments, Botox, fillers and medical-grade skin care products to give back that youthful, rested appearance.
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Beauty Inside & Out
May, 2008 - Issue #43
“You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Woman.”
Forty-one years ago when Aretha Franklin sang that tune, there were no Botox injections, chemical peels or laser treatments around to make a woman look younger and lovelier.
Beauty and “aging gracefully” were pretty much take-what-you-get Mother Nature processes done largely without assistance from Father Time-defying needles, scalpels or compounds.
Today - and despite numerous advances in dermatology/cosmetic treatments - many women seek a more “biological” path to beauty and vitality. Rather than an “alternative” means for looking and feeling great, it’s about finding something more natural, safe and with the fewest amount of chemicals. Such focus also offers a holistic direction for de-stressing the body - so important for health, attitude and appearance.
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Health Notes
February, 2008 - Issue #40
Regular Dental Visits can Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke
Recent studies show that the association between heart disease and gum disease is at least as strong as the linkage of heart disease to cholesterol, body weight and smoking. New research shows that common bacteria found in dental plaque may enter the blood stream through gums and clump together on the walls of these blood vessels.
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