Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - University of Virginia - (Page 1)

CONTENTS SPECIAL When the Unthinkable Happened 3 DEPARTMENTS 2 Life in Balance When it comes to your health, give yourself the red-carpet treatment by knowing key numbers. 46 Virtual Health A video for dizziness, a stress-reducing app, and much more! Trista Coyne of Barboursville, Va., never thought a stroke could happen to her ﬁt, 46-year-old husband. 6 10 14 18 COVER PHOTO BY EVAN AGOSTINI 20 25 FEATURES A Heavy Weight, Lifted Teenagers today have much to worry about. But very few, like Morgan Taylor, will face an 18-pound tumor. You’re the Star Find out how you can take the lead role in your own healthcare. Heart-to-Heart Four women share their harrowing stories of heart disease, along with lifesaving advice. Lighten Up! Get the skinny on how losing a little weight can make a big difference in your health. Have No Fear Don’t let concerns about joint replacement keep you from living. Work It! This easy office makeover can help you stay fit and reduce stress on the job. 34 38 42 49 51 54 What Are the Chances? Which behaviors are risky when it comes to cancer and which are just hype? We clear up the confusion. 9 Symptoms Never to Ignore When do those minor aches and pains indicate something more? Here are nine reasons to call your doctor. When Allergies Attack Do you know fact from fiction when it comes to allergies? UVA Club Red Celebrates 6,000-plus Virginia women have joined UVA Club Red. Meet one member and get inspired to join. Living Way Beyond a Broken Heart A Virginia woman was told nothing more could be done for her failing heart. Then she came to UVA. When Cancer Spreads Learn how UVA is helping make life easier for people who have advanced cancer. ON THE COVER 28 Because she has such an effervescent personality, you probably never would have guessed that Diane Keaton has asthma. But she is breathing easier now and living a full, joyful life even with the condition. And so can you! SPRI NG 2013 1

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - University of Virginia

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - University of Virginia
Contents
Life in Balance
When the Unthinkable Happened
A Heavy Weight, Lifted
You’re the Star
Heart-to-Heart
Lighten Up!
Have No Fear
Work It!
Diane Keaton
What Are the Chances?
9 Symptoms Never to Ignore
When Allergies Attack
Virtual Health
UVA Club Red Celebrates
Living Way Beyond a Broken Heart
When Cancer Spreads

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - University of Virginia