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Primed for Life
Learn about hormonal, breast and digestive
health for this stage of your life!
In women, different ages and stages means new health concerns and
recommended screenings. To learn what you can do, Join Teressa
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Alexander, M.D., OBGYN, Ho Myong, M.D., medical oncologist and
Tariq Rahim, M.D., gastroenterologist, for an informative program about
for Healthy “Social” Living
hormonal changes and treatment, need-to-know facts on breast health and
Many of us use social media to stay
how to keep your colon healthy through diet and screenings.
connected to friends and family.
The program includes a light meal, goody bags, raffle prizes,
But, a growing number of people
facility tours as well as discussion time with physicians.
are also using social media outlets
to make healthy living a shared
experience. Here’s three ways you
Primed for Life
can be social with your health:
Wednesday, October 2
1. Chronicle a Journey —
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Looking to quit smoking or kick
Midwest Center for
your soda addiction? Tell your
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Facebook friends and post your
4355 Montgomery Rd.,
progress. Making a healthy
Naperville
change public might help keep
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you on track.
a Free iPad Mini!
2. Find Support — Support
groups help us share experiences
and struggles when we lack
motivation. Connect with others
who are trying to lose weight or
trying to manage a chronic health
condition on sites like
dailystrength.org.
Should You Get BRCA Testing?
The news of Angelina Jolie’s double mastectomy earlier this year turned
women’s attention to breast cancer and genetic testing. The test Jolie
underwent for the genetic breast mutation called BRCA is a simple blood
test, but it’s not for everyone. BRCA testing is a genetic test that confirms
3. Follow Locally — Local
the presence of a BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation. BRCA mutations are
healthcare providers can connect
responsible for the majority of hereditary breast and ovarian cancers.
you to information, classes and
While BRCA testing has the potential to save lives, facts about it and
programs to help you improve your
undergoing preventative care can be confusing. According to the
health. Follow Rush-Copley Medical
National Cancer Institutes, the likelihood of a harmful mutation in BRCA1
Center and Rush-Copley Healthplex
or BRCA2 is increased with certain family patterns of cancer.
on Facebook to learn about
programs and services that can
Learn more about these risk factors and BRCA testing at
benefit you.
rushcopley.com/HealthyConnections.
Click for better health. Visit rushcopley.com to:
• Watch Doctor Profile Videos
• Request an Appointment
• Find a Support Group
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not a substitute for consultation with a personal physician.
Apples 3 Ways
This seasonal fall favorite is as versatile as it is
healthy. Packing in soluble fiber for a modest
amount of calories, about 95, makes apples a
sweet, filling snack. Here are three ways you can
enjoy this healthy, anti-oxidant rich fruit this fall:
Rush-Copley Hosts Annual Live Music Fundraiser
Homemade Applesauce — Place apple
To further the mission of educating the community about heart health, Rush-Copley will
chopped) into a bowl and microwave until soft,
host the fourth annual “Rock the Heart,” — a fundraiser on Friday, September 27,
about 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a food
from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Ballydoyle Irish Pub and Restaurant in downtown Aurora.
processor, add 1 tablespoon brown sugar, a
pieces from 4 baking apples (peeled and
pinch of cinnamon and puree to desired
The event will offer a casual and fun way to support and understand the
consistency.
mission of the Rush-Copley Fox Valley Heart Fund — promoting
cardiovascular health while reducing gender and economic disparity.
Oatmeal Apple Pancakes — To
make batter, puree 1 cup rolled
Attendees will be treated to live music from:
• Matthew Nanke (Acoustic & Alternative Rock)
oats, 1/2 cup applesauce, 1 egg,
• Lincoln Don’t Lie (New Country/Alternative)
2 tablespoons maple syrup,
1 tablespoon fat-free yogurt.
• The Blind Roosevelts (Roots Rock)
• Ipop (Pop/Dance)
Mini Caramel Apples — Use a melon baller
The celebration will include a craft beer tasting ($10 per person), raffles, and
to scoop 6 to 8 balls from a Granny Smith apple,
complimentary appetizers and drink specials.
keeping a section of skin on each ball, push
lollipop stick into peel side of apple ball, dip in
A donation of $20 per person includes live music, one raffle entry and free Rock
the Heart t-shirt. Tickets to Rock the Heart can be purchased online at
melted butterscotch and roll in nuts, sprinkles or
coconut.
rushcopley.com/rocktheheart.
Health and Wellness Programs
Registration is required. For
full class descriptions and to
register, visitrushcopley.com/
HealthyConnections or call
866-4COPLEY (1-866-426-7539).
Back to School, Back to You
Wednesday, September 11 • 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Rush-Copley Heart Institute, Aurora
Play it Safe — a Family Health,
Safety and Fitness Fair
Saturday, September 21 • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rush-Copley Healthplex, Aurora.
Women and Strength Training
Wednesday, September 25 • 7 to 8 p.m.
Take Charge of Your Health: Live Well,
Be Well Workshop
Workshop is offered in partnership with the
Northeastern Illinois Area Agency on Aging.
Thursdays: 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3,
10/10, and 10/17 • 9 to 11:30 a.m.
Rush-Copley Heart Institute, Aurora
Rush-Copley Healthplex, Aurora
Primed for Life — Learn about Hormonal,
Breast and Digestive Health for this Stage of
your Life
Wednesday, October 2 • 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Midwest Center for Advanced Imaging,
Naperville