Are you a Jewish woman impacted by breast cancer? Have you wished for more support within the Jewish community? The community is invited to participate in a focus group at 7 p.m. Monday April 23 at the JCC Staenberg Family Complex - Arts & Education...
BY PATRICIA CORRIGAN, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
• Published March 21, 2012
Age matters, but it’s not the only factor when considering how to achieve or maintain optimum health, says Sharon Fitelson—and she practices what she preaches. “I have committed myself to help support people to be as healthy as possible, to look...
A Jewish plastic surgeon in Miami is under an ethics investigation after commissioning a Jewish band to write a song about a Jewish teen with a big nose. Dr. Michael Salzhauer, 40, hired The Groggers, a Jewish punk-rock band, to write a song and make...
By Cathleen Kronemer, NSCA-CPT
• Published March 8, 2012
The decision to make changes in daily habits is a powerful one, difficult at times, but ultimately one that moves you in a positive direction. Once there is evidence of success, even baby steps can seem like giant leaps. For many of my clients, being...
BY PATRICIA CORRIGAN, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
• Published February 8, 2012
There may be no "I" in "team," but the eyes of all 227 people on the 56 teams participating in the second "Lighten Up Weight Loss Challenge" are on one another, sizing each other up as they compete to lose weight, get fit and win prizes. The Jewish Light...
BY PATRICIA CORRIGAN, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
• Published December 21, 2011
The spa at the Jewish Community Center's Staenberg Family Complex is a haven, a quiet place to relax and unwind with a little help from the eight certified massage therapists there - and it's getting even better."We have a gorgeous facility with a range...
By Dr. Doug Pernikoff
• Published November 2, 2011
I was wondering how much longer I needed to continue with flea and tick meds? My toy poodle, Flygyl, is pretty much a lap dog and only goes outside for the essentials. I have heard various suggestions and just want to be sure I do the right thing.—...
BY PATRICIA CORRIGAN, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
• Published September 21, 2011
Ina Sachar did not need the month of September to roll around to remind her that this is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Instead, she needs September to begin her latest course of chemotherapy.For 19 years, Sachar has been fighting cancer of one kind...
By Ellen Futterman, Editor
• Published September 14, 2011
Talking with KSDK's Leisa Zigman about cancer and a cause "Hearing the words ‘you have cancer' was hard. Saying the words, ‘Mommy has cancer,' was the hardest part of this journey, so far," says Leisa Zigman, veteran investigative news reporter...
Dear Dr. Doug, I have a 12-year-old cat that was just diagnosed with an over-active thyroid gland. We have an appointment to visit with our veterinarian soon and discuss our options. Can you might help me with a head start for the discussion? -Cat Momma...
Achraiyut, a support group for Jewish persons with a mental illness, will meet Monday, Sept. 12 at Congregation Neve Shalom, 1240 Dautel Lane in Creve Coeur. In Hebrew, achraiyut means "to assume responsibility."The group is designed for those who have...
"Am I just forgetful or is it Alzheimer's?" The question that is considered by thousands of seniors each day will be addressed when six St. Louis area non-profit agencies that advocate for and provide services for seniors sponsor, "How Did My Keys Get...
