November at One.
November is traditionally the month we give thanks for all the things we are grateful for.
We are most thankful for all of you and your continued support that has enabled to keep doing what we love for the past 10 years. All of us at One. are so grateful for being able to help others to achieve optimal wellness no matter where they are on their journey.
This Friday is SOFO's final Drive In Movie Night of the season with live music before the show starting at 5 pm with Michael Kocher from a Pretty Big Deal, Costume contest for Halloween with prizes from our local SOFO businesses, followed by the showing of family friendly Corpse Bride. We hope to see you there!
As always our newsletter this month is filled with the latest health information and local events happening in Annapolis, please feel free to share anything you like, it is an honor when we hear that you found something special to pass on!
Yours in Wellness,
Jennifer and Christina
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Got Pain?
Do you have aches and pains that you would like to manage quickly without medications or surgery? Try deep tissue laser. This is a painless, non invasive way to reduce inflammation lighting fast. If you have been wanting to try laser and haven't yet, click below to schedule your initial free session (new to laser clients only) if you have never tried laser before you will be amazed at what it can do.
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November- “ ‘tis the season for stress management!
As the colder months roll in and holiday plans roll out, stress management has never been more important. Massage is an excellent way to combat stress along with aches and pains brought on by the colder months. The gift of massage is also an excellent idea for members of the family who could really use some time to unwind.
BIG NEWS: This month, aromatherapy options are now available to add to your massage service for only $5!! Just mention to Joanna at the time of service for aroma options available.
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Exploring the 5 Elements with Yoga and Ayurveda November 2nd |
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On Saturday, November 2nd, joint One. as we are honored to have Ileana Gonzalez with us as a guest instructor for this special 90 minute yoga class starting at 8 am.
The five gross elements (“panch maha bhuta” in Sanskrit) are the building blocks of all creation. They are the core of the Ayurvedic approach; this ancient philosophy views the cosmos, and therefore us as living beings, as a constant interplay of the five elements (air, ether, water, fire, earth). Therefore, in order to understand our own true Nature, it is essential to understand how the dynamic qualities of the elements can either promote harmony and health, or imbalance and dis-ease.
Our mind and body, and therefore our health, are rooted in the five elements; it is why we feel our best when we are aligned with nature in every way. We nourish ourselves with foods from the Earth; Water makes up more than 70% of our total body mass. Fire provides the body with warmth and radiant energy; Air flows freely, giving movement to biological functions and feeding each cell with oxygen. Space is ever-present in the background, providing the other components with a chance to interact this way.
This class is an exploration of the five great elements as a way to help us understand our own Nature, and how they can help us achieve, true, long-lasting health and wellbeing.
Class offered by Ileana Gonzalez, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and 500hr YT.
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Your family's health and well-being have always been of paramount importance, and in today's world, it's more crucial than ever to ensure their resilience, quick recovery, and overall thriving. We are thrilled to offer Immune Support, A Guide for Parents. This meticulously crafted guide will bolster your family's immunity and support a robust, healthy immune system. **Use Promo Code IMMUNE50 for $50 off this course through October 31st!
Here's What You'll Discover in This Course:
1. Optimize Diet and Lifestyle Choices: Uncover the essential dietary and lifestyle elements that are pivotal in fortifying your family's immune system. Learn to make choices that boost immunity and promote long-term health and vitality.
2. Medicinal Foods and Their Marvels: Explore the world of foods that act as superheroes for your immune system. We'll reveal their incredible health benefits and guide you on seamlessly integrating them into your family's daily meals.
3. The Power of Targeted Supplements: Demystify the realm of supplements and understand their role in complementing your family's diet. We'll provide expert guidance on selecting the right supplements to enhance your family's immunity.
This is a great opportunity to arm your family with the knowledge and tools to strengthen their immune systems and embark on path to a healthier, happier life.
What's Included in the Program:
Presentation: Our course features a comprehensive presentation that equips you with knowledge and practical tips, empowering you to keep your family in the pink of health.
Delectable Recipes: Jump-start your mornings and revamp your menu with our mouthwatering recipes. We'll demonstrate how to turn healthy eating into a delightful experience.
Invaluable Resources: Access a treasure trove of handouts and recommendations to continue your family's journey towards a healthier and immune-resilient life.
**Use Promo Code IMMUNE50 for $50 off this course through October 31st!
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Interpretive Errors & Diagnostic Limitations
INTERPRETIVE ERRORS OF RADIOLOGISTS
Musculoskeletal radiology experience, training, and specialization
can impact the accuracy of MRI image interpretation of scans for knee
osteoarthritis and shoulder instability. An error rate of 33% was
found between radiologists interpretation of positive films (films that
contain an abnormality) when measured against the consensus of a
group of experts. In a typical clinical practice (comprised of both
normal and abnormal studies), the diagnostic error rate is
approximately 4%, which translates into approximately 40 million
interpretive errors per year worldwide. 13-14
While MRI is a valuable tool in the diagnosis of many
neuromusculoskeletal conditions, discrepancies in the interpretation
of MRI findings do frequently occur. Musculoskeletal radiology
experience, training, and specialization can impact the accuracy of
MRI image interpretation. In addition, the specific imaging center and
the individual radiologist used can impact the accuracy and quality of
the MRI findings. These discrepancies can lead to incorrect diagnoses,
unnecessary surgeries, inappropriate interventional procedures and
poor outcomes for patients.
Jennifer's takeaway, while imaging can be a valuable tool, we should not rely on this solely for treatment and surgical decisions. Symptoms and patient function are equally important.
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The Checkup With Dr. Wen:
Let’s be clear about the limits of the covid vaccine
Vaccines will reduce chances of being infected with the coronavirus, but it won’t eliminate the possibility. In fact, many people who are up-to-date with their coronavirus vaccines will still contract the virus. This should not be a surprise and does not negate the upside of vaccination.
Rick from Maryland is among the many readers who expressed bewilderment about becoming infected despite vaccination. “My wife and I are both in our 80s with diabetes," he wrote. "We got the new vaccine as soon as it became available. Not even two weeks later, we both tested positive. We are fine other than for a stuffy nose, but we are wondering what happened. Some of our family members are against vaccines, and they are using our experience to explain why they are not getting vaccinated.”
Rick brings up an important point: We need to be clear about what the coronavirus vaccines do and what they don’t. As with every medical intervention, health-care providers must set expectations so that people don’t view anticipated outcomes — in this case, testing positive — as failures.
The most important reason to stay up-to-date on coronavirus vaccines (and the flu vaccine and RSV vaccine, for that matter) is to reduce your risk of hospitalization and death. On this front, the coronavirus vaccine has delivered consistently strong results. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the bivalent vaccine reduced the chance of critical illness by 69 percent in the week to 59 days following the shot. The protection remained three to four months later, though it diminished to 46 percent.
These numbers are comparable with the flu vaccine. CDC data show that last year’s flu vaccine was 43 percent effective at preventing hospitalization among adults. People vulnerable to severe outcomes, which includes everyone 65 and older as well as those with chronic medical conditions, should receive the new coronavirus vaccine for this reason alone.
Early on in the pandemic, reducing the risk of infection was a compelling reason to get the shot. When vaccines were first authorized at the end of 2020, they appeared to be more than 90 percent protective against contracting the coronavirus.
That’s no longer the case. A recent study by the Cleveland Clinic found that the bivalent vaccine reduced the chances of infection by 4 to 29 percent. The updated vaccine, which targets currently circulating variants, will probably have higher efficacy, especially in the two weeks to two months following the shot. But avoiding infection is far from a guarantee.
Still, that shouldn’t discourage people from getting the shot. My husband got the updated vaccine when I did. He’s 49 and healthy, so he wasn’t as concerned about severe illness. But he is running a small business and does not want to be out of commission. Even a small and temporary reduction in infection was worth it to him, just as the annual flu shot is worth it to us and our kids.
There seems to be reluctance at communicating the limitation of the coronavirus vaccine for fear that it could further fuel anti-vaccine sentiment. While I’m sympathetic to this line of thinking, there’s a danger to deliberately overstating the vaccine’s effectiveness.
That’s because clinicians have a duty to communicate honestly with our patients. The last thing we want is for vulnerable people to mistakenly think that they are shielded from infection when they cannot rely on vaccination alone. Tom from New York is a 79-year-old with emphysema and congestive heart failure who is receiving treatment for bladder cancer. He wrote about the relief he felt after receiving the new vaccine, noting that he felt it was finally “safe” to attend operas without a mask.
He is not “safe.” Someone like Tom needs to keep avoiding the coronavirus and should take additional precautions. I’d urge him to continue wearing an N95 or equivalent mask while at the opera. And he should know how to access antiviral treatment if he became infected.
I’d encourage similar caution to anyone who wants to prevent infecting others in their household. A recent vaccine does reduce their risk of infection and therefore transmission to others, but they might wish to take additional precautions.
Take Elaine from Oregon, who is about to visit her brother after he undergoes a liver transplant. It helps that Elaine just received her flu and coronavirus shots, but given how high-risk her brother is, she should also mask for at least five days before visiting him and cut indoor dining and other activities where she could contract the virus.
In addition to giving high-risk people a false sense of security, an inaccurate portrayal of the coronavirus vaccine’s efficacy could embolden people spreading misinformation about vaccines. As Rick wrote, his relatives are using his experience as “proof” that vaccines don’t work; this is a common refrain in anti-vaccine messaging.
In reality, Rick and his wife are vaccine success stories because all they experienced were stuffy noses. Had they not received the vaccine, given their age and vulnerability, they could have had bad coughs, shortness of breath or worse.
The public health community needs to do a better job of explaining the benefits of coronavirus vaccination as well as its limitations. This is essential to helping patients understand their level of protection and how much more, if any, they might need. Transparency and clarity are also key to rebuilding trust in vaccine science.
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The Maryland Department of Aging is providing durable medical equipment (DME) to Marylanders with any illness, injury, or disability, regardless of age, at no cost. All equipment is collected via donation and is sanitized, repaired, and redistributed to Marylanders in need.
This service will improve the quality of life for many Maryland residents and provides them the opportunity to avoid costlier levels of care.
Want to get rid of some of your unused medical equipment?
How Can You Help?
We are in need of new and gently used Durable Medical Equipment (DME) donations.
Donations needed:
- Wheelchairs
- Power Wheelchairs & Power Scooters
- Rollators and Walkers
- Shower Chairs and Tub Transfer Benches
- Bedside Commodes and Toilet Safety Rails
- All Pediatric Equipment
- Home Hospital Beds
- Mechanical Lifts
Donation location
Millersville Landfill - Central Recycling Center (Anne Arundel County residents ONLY)
389 Burns Crossing Rd, Severn, MD 21144
Monday - Saturday 8:00am - 4:00pm Directions: Upon arrival, inform staff you are donating DME – staff will direct you where to place DME donations
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Medical Report: Physical therapy isn’t just a post-injury tool
Dr Brian Mc Donough
PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — Physical therapists are an extremely valuable part of the medical team. Numerous health conditions can have an impact on our ability to move and function, and physical therapists can make a huge difference in your speedy recovery.
One of the most valuable roles can be helping a person with strength and flexibility. Physical therapists can assess you and closely examine where you are weak or growing weaker to help you safely build strength.
Being strong and flexible are two of the most important ways to avoid falls.
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What we are listening to right now |
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This is a great podcast exploring ways to handle grief, a subject most of us do not like to talk about.
Anderson Cooper takes us on a deeply personal exploration of loss and grief. He starts recording while packing up the apartment of his late mother Gloria Vanderbilt. Going through her journals and keepsakes, as well as things left behind by his father and brother, Cooper begins a series of emotional and moving conversations about the people we lose, the things they leave behind, and how to live on - with loss, with laughter, and with love.
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The Fall 2023 Community Canopy program sponsored by Annapolis is live and there are a limited number of trees remaining!
Please visit the website to reserve your tree. Note - trees are first come, first serve, and may be reserved quickly!
Feel free to reach out to our team if you have any questions. Thank you for participating in this exciting program!
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December 2nd- Save the Date for the return of One.'s Jewelry Show and to support our talented local craftspeople and start your holiday shopping!
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Last SOFO Drive In Movie Night of the season October 27th |
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SOFO's last drive in movie on October 27th is Family friendly Transylvania 3. Movie starts at 6:30 pm, live music at 5 pm with Michael Kocher
Food and drinks available to purchase from Grumps.
First 20 vehicles welcome
or bring a chair and FM radio to listen in!
Wear a costume for a chance to win prizes from local SOFO businesses, goody bags for the kids!
RSVP at sofoinformation@gmail.com
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SOFO Hosts Greenscape this Saturday, Oct 28th
Each Fall the SOFO Business District partners with the City of Annapolis for Fall Greenscape and "Make A Difference Day" by volunteering on Saturday, Oct 28. "Make A Difference Day" is a national effort encouraging groups and individuals to volunteer in their community to improve the lives of others.
This year we want to focus on a new location on Bay Ridge Road, Paper road between Subway and McDonalds. At this location there is a bus stop and a large area of overgrown weeds. There is a lot of foot traffic that cuts through this location. To spruce it up in the spring we will be planting 200 daffodil bulbs also in the triangle. We need volunteers!
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More Happenings...
October 29th
Jazz in the Garden
Tug of War is coming!
Saturday, Nov 4th
at the crack o' noon!
November 5th
November 12th
November 17th
November 26
Grand Illumination at 4:30 p.m. downtown Annapolis
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Tomato Soup With a Whole Head of Garlic
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Ingredients
- Extra-virgin olive oil
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2 pints (about 650 grams) cherry tomatoes
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1 yellow onion, roughly chopped
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1 small garlic head, halved crosswise
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1 bunch basil
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1 bunch thyme
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1 red chile, optional
- Salt and pepper
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1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk, soy cream, or heavy cream
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1/2 cup vegetable stock, plus more as needed
Directions
- Heat the oven to 480°F (250°C).
- Drizzle some oil into a deep baking dish. Add in the onion, garlic (cut side down), basil and thyme, chile, and tomatoes. Drizzle more olive oil on top, plus a big sprinkle of salt and pepper. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, until the tomatoes are slightly charred.
- Let cool for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove and discard the thyme. Add the rest of the ingredients to a blender, along with the coconut milk and vegetable stock. Remove the little plug from the blender lid, then cover the lid with a kitchen towel and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.
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