COMMUNITY REPORT Goal Achievement A personal trainer helps you define your fitness goals. They take into account your current fitness level and discuss what you want to achieve through your workouts. While you may have some idea of the goals you want to set, a professional is able to help you break them down into smaller goals that are specific and realistic. Personalized Workouts Personal trainers create specific workout plans just for you based on what you want to achieve. The personalized plan typically gives you better results than a general workout plan. Your trainer knows your physical condition and medical background and is able to make accommodations to the program to fit your needs. Motivation Motivation is often difficult to maintain when you exercise on your own. Regular sessions with a personal trainer enhance your motivation to continue with a workout regimen. Even if you Top Reasons to Hire a Personal Trainer don t use a trainer for every session, knowing that you ll meet with your trainer soon will motivate you during your workouts. Accountability Another common problem is lack of commitment to a regular exercise program. When you exercise on your own, it is easier to skip a session here and there or fall off the wagon completely since there s no one to hold you accountable for your actions. Having a trainer makes it more likely that you ll stick with a training program. Variety An experienced trainer teaches you a variety of exercise methods, which can keep you from getting bored. Also, if a specific exercise does not work for you, the trainer can change it to one that suits you better and provides the same physical benefits. Efficiency A professional personal trainer is able to make the most of your workout time, which increases the efficiency of your exercise program. This is especially beneficial when you have a limited amount of time to exercise. Injury Rehabilitation Injuries and accidents can prevent you from participating in your favorite activities. An experienced personal trainer can make the road to recovery a smooth one by recommending exercises that emphasize overall muscular balance to prevent future injuries. Safety Unsure how to use a machine? A personal trainer will show you how to exercise safely, including exercises to avoid, and instruct you on the proper safe use of exercise equipment. If you would like information about hiring a personal trainer, please call the West Jeff Fitness Center at 504.348.0055. Christina Mamolo Member/Marketing Coordinator, West Jeff Fitness Center
COMMUNITY REPORT Come See Us for Your Camp & Sports Physicals 25 $ (walk-ins welcome) Monday - Friday 8 AM to 8 PM 2600 Belle Chasse Highway Suite B-2 Gretna (next to Sun Ray Grill) Weekends/Holidays 8 AM to 2 PM 504.349.CARE Cash, check or credit card is required at time of service. Insurance will not be filed with this specific offer.
COMMUNITY REPORT CONGRATULATIONS WJMC EMS First Hospital-Based EMS in Louisiana to Receive Mission: Lifeline EMS Recognition Award Recognized for Excellence in Treating Severe Heart Attacks
COMMUNITY REPORT WJMC EMS Receives Regional Recognition Here s just one example of why we re honored to receive this award: WJMC EMS responded to a 9-1-1 call at a place of business. When our ambulance arrived, paramedics found an off duty law enforcement officer performing CPR on an adult who had a cardiac arrest at the location. WJMC EMS took over and shocked the person four times, regained a pulse and identified that the individual was having an anterior STEMI. A STEMI (ST segment elevation myocardial infarction) is a deadly type of heart attack that is caused by a prolonged blockage of blood supply in the heart. Every year, nearly 250,000 people experience STEMI heart attacks, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). These types of heart attacks carry a substantial risk of death and disability and require a quick response from all members of the medical team, from first responders in the community to cardiologists in the hospital. The person was transported to West Jefferson Medical Center for care. The Door-to-Balloon time was just 45 minutes. Door-to-Balloon-time is the amount of time between a heart attack patient s arrival at the hospital, to the time he or she receives percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), such as angioplasty. The AHA recommends the time be less than 90-minutes. Soon after, the individual was resting well and recovering in WJMC s coronary care unit (CCU). West Jefferson cardiologists found the person s heart attack was due to a blocked coronary artery. CPR, early entry into the EMS system and a prompt Door- to-balloon time saves lives. Will Daviss WJMC Director of EMS
COMMUNITY REPORT Looking for a Personal Trainer? Have Limited Time? Desire a Concentrated Workout? Buy 1, Get 1 Free Twelve, 30-minute personal training sessions for $155 Fitness Center criteria applies. Offer expires August 31, 2015. WJMC.ORG/FITNESSCENTER Marrero Center 504.348.0055 1121 Medical Center Blvd. Oakwood Center 504.349.6908 175 Hector Ave. - Next to Oakwood Mall
COMMUNITY REPORT Sinuses: What You Need to Know ENT issues? We re all ears. 934.8550 1111 Medical Center Blvd. Suite N-707 Marrero Infected sinuses, also known as sinusitis, can cause facial and headache pain. When pus is trapped in sinus cavities the area above and below the eyes and around the nose your entire head can ache. Symptoms of sinusitis may include nasal congestion, a sore throat or fever. The cause could be attributed to a virus, bacteria, fungus or allergies. The best way to treat infected sinuses is by removing the degree of infection and sometimes opening them up. Using saltwater solutions and irrigating the nose helps; talk to your ENT physician about appropriate techniques. Viral infections generally go away on their own, and bacterial infections are treated with antibiotics. Single sided problems, if persistent, generally warrant a medical evaluation. Call your doctor if your sinusitis does not improve after 2 days of home treatment and you have symptoms such as: Pain in the face or upper teeth. Headache that is not relieved by an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Fever of 101 F (38.3 C) or higher. Nasal discharge that starts out clear and later becomes thick and discolored (yellow or green). Cold symptoms that last longer than 10 days or get worse after the first 7 days. Call 504.934.8550 to make an appointment with West Jefferson Ear, Nose & Throat. Charles J. Ballay, II, MD West Jefferson Ear, Nose & Throat