Vim & Vigor - Summer 2012 - University of Virginia - (Page 1)

SPECIAL A Virginia Man Climbs Above Heart Attack and Heart Failure Dick Harrington completed a 320-mile bike ride just shy of his 70th birthday—a feat he accomplished after a massive heart attack and subsequent heart failure. What’s his secret? CONTENTS 52 DEPARTMENTS 2 Life in Balance The new world of social media keeps us connected to our friends and family— and to important resources like UVA. 3 Healthy Dose Harnessing broccoli’s cancer-fighting power; treating a heart attack a half-hour quicker adds up to lives saved; a sneak peek of the new UVA facility just for kids. 46 Virtual Health Use your smartphone wisely by tapping into our favorite health-focused apps. FEATURES 24 34 38 42 49 55 It Might NOT Be Cancer Don’t panic: Those breast lumps and bumps could be a benign condition. Step Up to the Plate Reduce your children’s risk for diabetes and score a home run for their health with these expert tips. Life After Cancer Let these survivors show you the way. Get Dad to the Doc When it comes to dodging the doctor, Dad usually wins. Here’s your best game plan for combating his excuses. In Her Element Diagnosed with breast cancer, a violin player found a treatment orchestrated to help her keep playing effortlessly. Too Young for a Stroke? Think Again Discover what’s behind the troubling trend of middle-aged and young adults suffering from debilitating brain attacks. 4 6 8 10 14 18 21 Vein Attraction Veins are more likely than our arteries to get clogged. Fortunately, treatments at UVA are better than ever. A Clear Focus on Fibroids A new UVA clinic makes it easier to find the best treatment for uterine fibroids. Compassionate Care By volunteering at UVA Health System, you give back the care that you, or perhaps a loved one, received. The Breakfast Club Find out why breakfast truly is the most important meal of the day. Arthritis Answers Get answers to your most pressing questions about osteoarthritis. A TV Guide to Radiology Does your favorite medical drama get it right? Brush up on your medical terminology with this handy glossary. Take Aim A ministroke is a warning. Take charge and reduce your future risk. COVER PHOTO BY JIM WRIGHT 28 ON THE COVER At 51, Colin Firth shows us that being middle-aged is nothing to fret. He’s as healthy and handsome as ever. Learn Firth’s healthy secrets. Vim & Vigor · SUM MER 2012 1

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Summer 2012 - University of Virginia

Vim & Vigor - Summer 2012 - University of Virginia
Contents
Life in Balance
Healthy Dose
Vein Attraction
A Clear Focus on Fibroids
Compassionate Care
The Breakfast Club
Arthritis Answers
A TV Guide to Radiology
Take Aim
It Might NOT Be Cancer
Colin Firth
Step Up to the Plate
Life After Cancer
Get Dad to the Doc
Virtual Health
In Her Element
A Virginia Man Climbs Above Heart Attack and Heart Failure
Too Young for a Stroke? Think Again

Vim & Vigor - Summer 2012 - University of Virginia