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

CONTENTS SPECIAL A Swing and a Hit Taking his wife’s advice, avid golfer Bob Donnelly made a smart move by having a suspiciouslooking mole checked out by a doctor. It turned out to be melanoma, a cancer on the rise. 54 DEPARTMENTS 2 Life in Balance The decisions we make each day add up to good (and bad) effects on our health. 46 Virtual Health Help with meal planning, cool gadgets and more! 3 6 10 14 COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAN M AC MEDAN/CONTOUR BY GETTY IMAGES 19 22 FEATURES Feeling Weighed Down? Dawn Fisher, and 5 million women like her, feel sluggish because of a hormonal imbalance. 26 34 Out of Rhythm but Not Options Cardiac ablation may bring relief when medications aren’t effective against a common abnormal heart rhythm. 38 Step It Up Walking offers a number of health benefits. Here are 27 tips for stepping up your routine. 42 Your Mightiest Muscle As one of the most powerful parts of your body, your heart could always use some extra TLC. Well, Well, Well When it comes to cancer, early detection is key. Find out how you can stay on top of your health with regular exams. Are You Doing More Harm Than Good? Your good intentions may be sabotaging your health. 49 52 Is Your Shut-Eye Serving You Well? Getting a good night’s sleep can make any day brighter. Learn about the importance of sleep. Anatomy of an ER Visit Nobody can really prepare for an emergency, but if you know what to expect in the ER, you’re a step ahead of the game. Next-Gen Surgery Learn about the past, present and not-too-distant future of minimally invasive surgery. Attack from Within Having an autoimmune disease can feel like your body’s turned against you. Learn how to manage three of the most common types. Struggling to Breathe Even if you gave up smoking long ago, you’re at greater risk for a chronic lung disease. Know the early signs. Heads Up Hunched over an electronic device? Avoid the inevitable neck and back pain with tips from a UVA spine expert. ON THE COVER 28 With fatigue, stress and morning sickness, pregnancy is rarely the stuff of fairy tales. Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, can attest to that. Learn about the makings of a healthy pregnancy to give your own little prince or princess a strong start to life. FAL L 2013 1

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

Vim & Vigor - Fall 2013 - University of Virginia
Contents
Life in Balance
Feeling Weighed Down?
Out of Rhythm but Not Options
Step It Up
Your Mightiest Muscle
Well, Well, Well
Are You Doing More Harm Than Good?
Is Your Shut-Eye Serving You Well?
Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge
Anatomy of an ER Visit
Next-Gen Surgery
Attack from Within
Virtual Health
Struggling to Breathe
Heads Up
A Swing and a Hit

Vim & Vigor - Fall 2013 - University of Virginia