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Listen Closely to Stop a Quiet Killer
We’ve all experienced these common complaints: nausea, constipation, feeling
bloated. Did you know they can be signs of ovarian cancer?
Ovarian cancer is sometimes called the disease that whispers because women
often do not recognize symptoms until the disease is at an advanced stage.
What’s more, these symptoms are vague and can be associated with other
problems, so cancer may not be suspected right away.
But pay attention to your body. If you notice these symptoms almost
every day for more than a few weeks, see your doctor:
• Feeling bloated
• Nausea
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Urinating often
• Loss of appetite
• Unexplained weight gain or loss
• Abnormal vaginal bleeding
The causes of most ovarian cancers are not known. However,
experts do know a woman may be at higher risk for the disease if she:
• Is older than age 50
• Has a personal or family history of breast or colon cancer
• Has never given birth
About 10 percent of ovarian cancer cases are linked to genetic
factors. Women who have a close female relative — mother, sister or
daughter — who had ovarian cancer are at greater risk. So are
women with mutations in either the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene. These
mutations, which are most common in Jewish women of Eastern
European descent, also increase the risk for breast cancer.
Talk with your doctor about your own ovarian cancer risk. You
may want to undergo screening tests, genetic counseling or
other preventive measures.
September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness
Month. To watch a video about the
condition, go to HenryFord.com/
WomensHealth and click on
“Gynecologic Cancer.”
Thomas E. Buekers, M.D.
Director,
Gynecologic Oncology
Henry Ford Health System
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adNan Munkarah, M.D.
Chairman,
Women’s Health Services
Henry Ford Health System
A New Vision for
Women’s Health
Since before becoming chair of Women’s
Health Services at Henry Ford, I have
wanted to create a comprehensive
women’s health program in which all the
providers are interested and experienced
in gender-specific medicine. While most
people think of women’s health as just
obstetrics and gynecology, our vision at
HFHS is much broader. We want to
address all the health and medical needs
of a woman with sensitivity and
expertise.
This vision is beginning to become a
reality. In May of this year, we offered a
full-day educational symposium for
primary care providers. Participants
heard speakers from many clinical
specialties discuss gender-specific
research, women-specific care guidelines
and new treatment strategies.
In October, we will kick off the next
phase of our vision by reaching out to the
community. We will be hosting the 2010
Healthy Intuitions Expo at Henry Ford
West Bloomfield Hospital. We want it to
be a fun day where women from the
community can wander on Main Street
and enjoy a variety of activities, including
health exhibits and demonstrations, “Ask
the Doctor,” health screenings and a
farmers market. We will also offer short
interactive lectures on topics such as
caregiver support, weight loss, heart
disease, emotional health and more.
I hope you will join us on October 2.
I promise you will have an enjoyable
day. Go to HenryFord.com/
HealthyIntuitions to register or
learn more.
Yours in good health,
New Experts Care
for Women of All Ages
Henry Ford Women’s Health Services is
growing to meet your needs. The
following providers recently joined our
team, offering care in a range of advanced
specialties.
Thomas E. Buekers, M.D.
Director, Gynecologic Oncology
Dr. Buekers completed his
residency at William
Beaumont Hospital and his
fellowship in gynecologic oncology at the
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics,
where he went on to become director of
the gynecologic oncology program.
Nabila Rasool, M.D.
Gynecologic Oncologist
Dr. Rasool comes to
Henry Ford from Cleveland
Clinic, where she completed
her fellowship in gynecologic oncology.
She is a graduate of the University of
Michigan Medical School, where she
did her residency in obstetrics and
gynecology. Dr. Rasool will join the
division of gynecologic oncology in
October.
Ali Luck, M.D.
Urogynecologist
Dr. Luck is a graduate of
the University of Iowa. She
completed her obstetrics and
gynecology residency at Mountain Area
Health in North Carolina, and her
fellowship in female pelvic medicine
and reconstructive surgery at St. Louis
University of Medicine. Dr. Luck will
accept new patients at Henry Ford West
Bloomfield Hospital.
Gregory Goyert, M.D.
Director, Maternal-Fetal
Medicine (High-Risk
Pregnancy)
A graduate of the University
of Michigan, Dr. Goyert completed his
residency in obstetrics and gynecology
and his fellowship in maternal-fetal
medicine at Wayne State University. He
will accept new patients at Henry Ford
Medical Center – New Center One and
Henry Ford Medical Center – Fairlane.
To make an appointment with
one of these experts — or
any provider at Henry Ford
Health System — please call
1-800-HENRYFORD
(436-7936). You can also
schedule your appointment
on our website. Just visit
HenryFord.com and select
“Doctor Appointments.”
2 Seasons Fall 2010

Boost Your Mood
with Exercise
Women looking for a lift may want to
head to the gym. Regular exercise may
improve mood, control stress, increase
energy, relieve tension, boost selfesteem
and alleviate PMS, studies show.
Even severe depression and anxiety
disorders respond positively to physical
activity.
Aerobic activities help increase blood
flow throughout the body. This noticeably
increases mental sharpness, thinking ability
and stamina. In turn, we worry less, sleep
and perform better, and have higher
self-esteem.
How Does It Work?
One theory is that physical activity
positively affects endorphins, brain
chemicals that regulate mood and
emotions. Others say vigorous activity
helps the body rid itself of hormones
created by stress. A third theory:
Workouts improve feelings of selfworth.
The explanation is likely a
combination of these theories.
In addition to boosting mood, exercise
strengthens your heart, lungs and muscles
and helps prevent osteoporosis. It improves
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bowel function, which can help prevent
colon cancer. And, it can make your
immune system stronger.
Which Exercise Is Best?
The mood-boosting effects of aerobic
exercise, such as jogging or walking, are
well established. However, nonaerobic
exercises, such as weight training or
gardening, may be just as effective.
Exercises designed to encourage
relaxation like yoga or tai chi are also
great mood boosters.
Good news: Women may see mental
health benefits as soon as they start. So,
start increasing your physical activity today.
Every little bit helps.
National Women’s Health and Fitness Day
is September 29. Boost your mood to get
rid of mental stress. To determine your
stress levels, go to HenryFord.com/
BehavioralHealth to take a quiz.
Philis Mims-Gillum, M.D.
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Henry Ford Medical Center –
Detroit Northwest
This October, celebrate Breast
Cancer Awareness Month by
asking your friends to join you
in making a promise to commit
to regular mammogram
screenings and promote breast
cancer awareness. Use the
Henry Ford Pinky Swear
application on Facebook to send
“Pinky Swear” requests to
friends and family, asking them
to join you in your commitment.
You can find Pinky Swear
online at Facebook.com/
HenryFordPinkySwear.
Pear Crisp
INGREDIENTS:
Nonstick cooking spray
6 cups pear, cored and cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour,
divided
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
⅓ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
¼ cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon trans fat–free
margarine
½ cup reduced-fat whipped topping
(such as Cool Whip Lite)
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a
10-inch round oven-safe baking dish
with nonstick cooking spray. In a
large bowl, combine pears and 1
tablespoon flour and gently toss to
coat pears. In a small bowl, combine
the honey and lemon juice; pour
over pears and gently stir until pears
are coated. Place pears in the
prepared baking dish. In a large
bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar,
2 tablespoons flour, cinnamon and
ginger; toss to combine. Using a
pastry cutter or fork, cut in the
margarine until the mixture becomes
crumbly. Top the pears with the
crumb mixture. Bake for 40 to 45
minutes or until the pear mixture
bubbles and the crumb topping is
golden brown.
YIELD: 8 servings (1/2 cup crisp and
2 tablespoons of whipped topping)
Each serving contains 173 calories, 3 g fat, 1 g
saturated fat, 0 mg trans fat, 0 mg cholesterol,
2 g protein, 23 mg sodium, 38 g carbohydrate,
5 g fiber and 22 mg calcium.
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President and CEO, Henry Ford Health System
Adnan Munkarah, M.D.
Chairman, Women’s Health Services
One Ford Place
Detroit, MI 48202
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information is intended to inform and educate about subjects
pertinent to health and should not be a substitute for consultation
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2010 Healthy
Intuitions Expo
A Day for Women at
Henry Ford
West Bloomfield Hospital
Saturday, Oct. 2,
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Join us for a FREE day of special
events, break-out sessions, vendor
tables, a farmers market, health
screenings — and more!
Learn about women’s health topics,
meet our staff and take
part in fun activities.
A complimentary lunch will be
provided with your registration.
To register, visit HenryFord.com/
HealthyIntuitions or call
1-800-HENRYFORD (436-7936).
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Henry Ford has designed FREE
seminars with real answers — just
for you. Our sessions are offered
throughout Metro Detroit and
focus on health topics that affect
women of all ages. Space is limited,
so reserve your spot today. Just go to
HenryFord.com/HotTopics.
If you suffer from chronic headaches,
take a look at your routine and see if you
notice any habits that may be to blame.
Stress, caffeine and overuse of pain
medication can all lead to headaches.
You can keep a clear head by following
some basic rules:
• Eat at the same times every day, and
don’t miss meals.
• Wake up and go to bed at the same
times every day. Aim for six to eight hours
of sleep nightly.
• Exercise regularly.
• Try not to take pain relievers more
than twice a week, unless your doctor
advises otherwise.
• Find ways to reduce your stress level.
Relaxation techniques, such as meditation
or yoga, may help.
Hormones and Migraines
Migraines — which cause intense,
throbbing pain and a queasy stomach or
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Off
Headache
Pain
vomiting — are especially common in
women. They are often due to falling
estrogen levels right before the start of a
woman’s period.
If you tend to get migraines a few days
before, during or after your period, your
migraines may be triggered by hormones.
Unlike other migraines, hormone-related
headaches usually don’t cause disturbed
vision, or auras.
Taking an over-the-counter pain
reliever such as aspirin or acetaminophen
can lift mild to moderate migraine pain.
But if this doesn’t help, talk with your
doctor. Together, you can find the best
way to treat — and prevent — your
headaches.
Dace Zvirbulis, M.D.
Neurologist
Henry Ford
West Bloomfield Hospital
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