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2 CHI St. Luke's Health | V1N3 | www.CHIStLukesHealth.org CONTENTS From the CEO This issue: Follow us on: TWITTER PINTEREST FACEBOOK YOUTUBE CHI St. Luke's Health 20171 Chasewood Park Dr., Houston, TX 77070 832.534.5000 Community is published as a community service for friends and patrons of CHI St. Luke's Health. The content and information provided is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical care. Consult a qualified medical professional for diagnosis and treatment of any medical condition and before beginning any exercise or diet program. Comments, questions? Email lvanasche@stlukeshealth.org Roland Cruickshank President Janice Lamy Division Vice President, Marketing & Communications, CHI Texas Division Laura Vanasche Director, Business Development & Marketing Katie Kochenderfer Senior Designer Jacob Moore Managing Editor Jennifer K. Matthew Account Manager In Partnership With True North Custom 6 12 4 Dear Friends, As we enjoy the fresh beginning that spring has to offer, we at CHI St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital are excited and honored to grow with our community. This publication is another part of that growth. Community is a health and wellness resource featuring news and information to help you keep your family healthy and happy. As we embark on this new beginning with you, I hope you'll find valuable tips for staying well in a season filled with new opportunities for outdoor activities and travel as well as navigating health challenges such as allergies, injuries, and ultraviolet rays. The Vintage is always working to improve care and the experiences of our patients, and our Family Birthing Center, featured in this issue, is no exception. We're proud to be there for our community no matter what life has in store, and the advanced laser catheterization procedures pushing the envelope in cardiac care at The Vintage are one more example of that commitment. Just as important as our ability to respond to your medical needs is your ability to stay healthy and prevent a major medical issue, so this issue includes tips for eating well and exercising safely — habits that are good for your heart, head, and every bone in your body. From all of us at The Vintage, may this season bring you bold new beginnings and growth to see you through the entire year. Roland Cruickshank, FACHE President, CHI St. Luke's Health– The Vintage Hospital 3 Natural Answers to Allergies The Safety Guide to Springtime 4 A Lifetime of Care 6 A Tale of Two Letters 8 Total Repair of the Heart 9 What is Laser Atherectomy? 10 No Flash in the Pan 11 Keep Your Esophagus Happy 12 Shoulder Smarts 13 A Bone-building Workout Ginger Broccoli Chicken Recipe 14 Birds of a Feather 15 Protect Their Skin From the Start