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It is April and we are in the midst of blooming flowers and green grass. And in
a few short weeks, it will be Mother's Day.
This month, we dedicate this issue to all Mom's and wish you a wonderful day
celebrating the wonders of Motherhood. Topics include an article from Dr. Rubino
on Motherhood, small steps to a healthy lifestyle, Vulvar disease and the Swine Flu.
A reminder - if there is topic you would like covered in our newsletter, please e-mail
As always, we will continue to provide topics that are current, informative and
important to your good health.
Robert J. Rubino and Staff |
"From My Mom to Yours", by Dr. Robert Rubino |
Helen"Grammy" Rubino holding Danielle Rubino, her 
With mother's day upon us and having a practice that is dedicated to caring for mothers, daughters and grandmothers, it is only appropriate to reflect on the significant role mothers play in all our lives.
As the story goes, my mom always tells me how much she "enjoyed" me as a baby and a toddler, because I was the only one of her kids she was able to spend time with, being the baby, with the other 8 kids at school. I have always found it remarkable that she was as eager with the 9th as she was with the first. Of course, she was also equally vigilant with the discipline. A fact I did not enjoy then, but appreciate now.
With three kids of my own, I marvel everyday at what an impressive achievement it was for my mom to care for 9 kids, give them all love, attention and faith and demand they all attain "at least" a college degree. With modest financial resources, a wooden spoon, and much love, I learned that a good mom is the most important influence for a child's happiness and ultimate success. Mom never pushed me to become a physician or any other career, just to be educated and never forget what "your first teacher" taught you. So when I told my Mom I wanted to become an OBGYN, only then did she reveal that she "prayed" I would choose to take care of mothers, because she felt it was a "very special calling".
Because of the examples I have witnessed, first by my mom, then by my wife, sisters and patients, I have always considered motherhood the 'highest of callings'. So as we celebrate Mother's Day this year, I hope all the mom's reading this, take a moment to reflect on how important they are to all of us, even when at times it seems like no one notices. And for the sons and daugters, let Mom know how much you appreciate her years of work and dedication to your cause. |
| Little Changes Make a Huge Difference |
A healthy lifestyle is the simple equation to better health.
A little discipline can go a  long way. Small, incremental steps to a lifestyle change can have a huge impact on your short term health. In addition to eating less, eating right is a critical necessity to good health.
Start small by making these simple changes:
1. Change white flour to whole wheat - in everything (including white rice to brown)
2. Incorporate at least 8 glasses of water into your day to speed up your metabolism and flush impurities out of your body
3. Up your activity by a level. If you do low activity, move it to moderate, if you do moderate, progress to advanced. Or change your type of exercise and/or increase frequency. Incorporate interval and weight training to help burn calories throughout your day.
4. Get sleep to help keep your brain sharp
5. Avoid processed food
6. Avoid smoking - if you smoke, quit now
7. Add fiber to your diet
8. Eat 6 small, healthy meals a day to raise your metabolism and burn fat
Also, a few small additions to your diet can make skin cells healthy from the inside out. Things to add include:
Raw almonds - to add Vitamin E, a sunblocker
Carrots - to add Vitamin A, clears skin and reduces skin cancer cells
Dark Chocolate (in moderation!) - adds Flavonols, an anti-oxidant to reduce roughness in the skin and protect against sun damage
Flaxseeds - to add Omega-3 to erase spots and iron out fine lines
Green Tea - for anti-infammatory and anti-cancer properties
These simple changes can significantly impact the quality of your life. |
| Curing the Itch |
All that itches is not always yeast...it might be a case of VIN (Vulvar
Intraepithealia  Neoplasia).
While one of the cardinal symptoms of a yeast infection is itching, it is a mistake for patients to presume that chronic and persistent extermal vaginal itching is a "yeast infection".
The external vaginal area is called the "Vulva". Chronic burning, itching or excoriation of this region may represent VIN (Vulvar intraepitheal neoplasia) a pre-cancerouus condition of the Vulva. This condition is caused by the HPV virus, the same virus responsible for cervical cancer. The condition of VIN typically occurs in women after age 40, but may be seen in younger women. The skin may appear thickened or slightly raised, and it can vary incolor from white, pinkish, red or gray. Most women bring it the attention of their physicians after protracted periods of symptoms and multiple failed yeast treatments.
The key to the diagnosis is a vulvar biopsy, a simple procedure. If diagnosed early, the
condition is easily treated with minor surgery or photo therapy or topical chemotherapy medications. If ignored, vulvar cancer can result, which would require
treatments that are much more aggressive.
As always, if you are experiencing symptoms, schedule an appointment with your
gynecologist as soon as possible to ensure early detection. |
| In the News: Swine Flu |
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Don't panic. All of the buzz in the news about the Swine Flu is for awareness.
You should follow universal precautions, including frequent handwashing. Pregnant women should not travel to Mexico. The flu canot be transmitted by eating pork, only through direct, close contact with an infected person. This flu is susceptible to the anti-viral medication "tamiflu". Right now, treatment is reserved for patients demonstrating symptoms of the infection. You can go to www.cdc.gov for daily updates. |
| Office Announcements |
NEW Florham Park Surgery Center
The Rubino OB/GYN Group is also now performing out-patient surgeries at the brand new, 'state of the art' Florham Park Surgery Center!
Save Time With Our Online Appointments, Consultations and Personal Health
Records
The popularity of our online office has reached new heights! To schedule online appointments, consultations or view your personal health records at your convenience, just visit the home page of www.rubinoobgyn.com. You can also call 973-736-1100 now to schedule an appointment at any of our three locations.
"Important Announcements" on Our Website
You can find important new developments and time-sensitive announcements (such as office closings) right on the upper right hand portion of our home page. | |
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