January Meeting at Ocean

Diane welcomed us and we got right to work. As the “light lunch” did not arrive, Diane went to investigate. Due to a communications glitch, the kitchen had never received the order to make us lunch. She did manage to get us coffee and tea. After the holidays most of us could afford to miss a meal.

As we had no newcomers, and (fortunately) no one had any additions to their medical history, we went on to the task at hand: making suggestions for topics to be presented to the group for the year.

Some suggestions were:

CPR: an update on recent changes made in applying cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
A pulmonologist, to discuss the close association between lung disease and heart disease. Also, proper breathing technique.
Skin “ailments” more common to seniors, such as: shingles (why we get it, can it be avoided, treatment, vaccine); skin cancer; common problems (tags: red spots, rosacea); frostbite.
Depression: follows many illneses, after heart attack or surgery; diagnosis and treatment.
Bone density: diagnosis and treatment, stages of osteoporosis.
Diet and new trends (Debbie Dobies?)
Cardiologist: cholesterol, lipid profile, C-reactive protein.
A representative of a natural food supplier: to discuss natural foods and supplements to help control cholesterol, among many other common ailments and problems.
Endocrinologist: to discuss diabetes.

Have you heard about CoQ10? A supplement that is good for heart health, blood pressure, benefits to the vascular system. Before taking, check with your doctor for any possible interaction with your medications.

Did you know? Outdoor temperatures in the teens to below zero could lead to frostbite in as little as ten minutes. Dress warmly, cover up and limit time outdoors.

Dates for OMC meetings in 2009: 3/24, 5/26, 7/28, 9/22, 11/24 (fourth Tuesday of odd months), 1:00 - 2:30 pm in the Community Room. Agenda to be announced.

Thanks to all who came and offered suggestions. If you have any other ideas please call Carla at 732-920-2794 .