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Contents SPRING 2015 THE BIG STORY How to cook Popeye's favorite veggie PAGE 54 Studies show that people often save the happiest years for last. PAGE 16 IN EVERY ISSUE FEATURES 4 Texting: Prescription for Quality Care Our physicians are giving two thumbs up to texting with a new app that protects patients' health information. 6 The ABCs of MRIs Incredible diagnostic technologies are providing Community Healthcare System physicians the "X-ray vision" needed to do what they do best: save lives. 8 More Than Just a Smiling Face Our registration representatives help make the billing process more accurate, timely and less of a worry for patients. 9 Age Is Just a Number Past your prime? Maybe not. See some amazing achievements by older folks. 10 34 14 22 36 The Long View Despite a serious eye condition, actress Judi Dench is determined to do what she loves at age 80 and beyond. You: Part 2 Life is full of surprises, and they don't stop after 50. Going Through the Motions Our joints endure a lifetime of bending and twisting. Keep them in top shape. 28 Your Last Chapter: Expressing End-of-Life Wishes It's something that no one wants to think about, but everyone needs to. SPOTLIGHT ON: St. Catherine Hospital An expert team helped save Griﬃth resident Linda Goddard's limb and life. SPOTLIGHT ON: St. Mary Medical Center Hobart resident Gerrie Leka is on the move again after a new heart procedure. 38 2 3 33 42 44 46 50 Community Message Community Briefs Ask the Expert This Just In The Truth About Allergies Healthy Buys: Golden Gifts Quiz: Freak Out or Chill Out? 52 At a Glance: Smoke Alarm 54 In the Market: Spinach 56 Health by the Numbers: Focus on Fertility Can too much gaming cause osteoarthritis? PAGE 43 SPOTLIGHT ON: Community Hospital Our specialists treated Susan Smith's vertigo and helped her life fall back into place. 40 Paint the Town Pink Whiting's annual event raises funding for the Cancer Resource Centre. COVER PHOTO BY NEIL TINGLE-ALLSTAR-GLOBE PHOTOS, INC. SPRING 2015 1

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Vim & Vigor - Spring 2015 - Community Healthcare