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November 2017
Long Island Sound
Steel Monuments to Our Veterans’ Sacrifice
Many years ago, my grandfather served our country in World War II. Originally, he was just a kid from the Bronx, but he ended up being stationed in Europe as a member of the military police. I remember only once hearing him talk about some of what he witnessed during his time of service overseas. He spoke about fanatical Nazi prisoners refusing to back down on their ideologies. He spoke about the French people whom he saw being publicly humiliated and punished when the war ended because they were suspected of collaborating with the enemy. He spoke about the shock of viewing recently-liberated concentration camps. Needless to say, he saw things that nobody should ever have to see. Since Veterans Day this month, I’ve been reflecting on the many sacrifices the people of our armed services have made, and the risks they have taken over the years for all of us. It’s especially been on my mind since I recently took a trip to the Museum of American Armor here in Long Island. The museum, located next to Old Bethpage Village Restoration, is packed with a variety of authentic military vehicles from WWII. It has everything from massive, hulking tanks to smaller Jeeps and even bicycles used by army personnel during the war. Most of the items on display have been completely restored to their original condition. There are restoration projects currently underway that can also be viewed. I was humbled as I moved amongst pieces of history that had lain dormant for years, but still carried an air of gravitas from their years in action. I was invited to take a tour of the museum by my fellow Hearing Center of Long Island audiologist Dr. Lorraine Rein and her husband,
Jeff. Jeff is an expert on these historical military vehicles and often volunteers at the museum, giving tours. He led us through the museum and shared his wealth of knowledge about nearly every vehicle we passed and the history associated with them. During our tour, we saw amazing pieces of history. For example, we stopped at a Sherman tank, the workhorse of the time. It had less firepower and was not as durable as the German Panzers, but the U.S. made a lot more of the Shermans and had better supporting air power. The vehicle that I was most interested in was the M8 Greyhound, an armed scout vehicle used by generals like George Patton as modern-day cavalry. They were the first American vehicles to arrive at the concentration camps in Europe when they were liberated. Standing in front of it, I could not help but imagine the relief those prisoners felt as the Greyhounds rolled into view. At one point, Jeff led me to an impressive WWII ambulance. It was painted olive drab with a red medical cross painted on its side and was completely and authentically restored, down to the stretcher inside. He had restored it himself
and transformed it from an old, beat-up junkyard scrap to a full-fledged, period-accurate vehicle. He spoke about a recent visitor to the museum who had driven one of those ambulances in the war and his emotional reaction to seeing one again. He told Jeff that he truly appreciated his efforts to restore the vehicle, as it brought back a lot of powerful memories for him. Sacrifice is one of the personal qualities I admire most in others, whether they are military personnel or not. Many veterans, like my grandfather, don’t talk much about their experiences from wartime. It doesn’t mean they haven’t made real sacrifices for the rest of us. Veterans Day is an opportunity we should not miss to recognize all those who have sacrificed and taken risks for us by serving our country. The American Museum of Armor is located at 1303 Round Swap Road, Old Bethpage, New York, and is open Wednesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can call them at (516) 454-8265 or visit their website at museumofamericanarmor.com – We’re listening to you.®
–Lawrence Cardano, Au.D.
Dr. Lorraine, Jeff, and Dr. Larry at the museum
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The Life-Giving Benefits of Saunas
We’ve known for a long time that saunas can help with blood circulation, stress relief, and cardiovascular health. Traditional saunas use heat to get your blood flowing and promote circulation, and the sweating that goes on during a sauna experience is said to purge toxins from your body. It’s a rejuvenating ritual that releases stress along with endorphins. Now, the health journal Age and Ageing has found evidence linking sauna use to a lowered risk for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Men aged 42–60 who participated in frequent sauna bathing sessions were found to have lowered rates of dementia and Alzheimer’s. If feeling good and warming you up weren’t enough, a healthy mind is a great reason to sauna. And while the simplicity of the traditional sauna is part of what makes it great, some facilities have added a modern twist: infrared rays. Infrared saunas, already hot
in New York City and Los Angeles, are starting to pop up everywhere. If you have trouble dealing with the heat of a typical sauna (average sauna temperatures are kept around 212 degrees F), this latest trend is for you. The average temperature of an infrared sauna is 150 degrees F, making it a more tolerable experience. One New York studio touts infrared’s ability to stimulate collagen production, an added anti-aging benefit. Need another bonus? Infrared saunas are said to release up to 20 percent more toxins from the body than traditional saunas. Whichever type of sauna you decide to visit, the potential health benefits speak for themselves. If you don’t get to escape to Miami or Cancun this winter (and even if you do), it’s a relaxing way to warm up and ease winter ailments. Treat your body and yourself to a sauna experience!
Colder weather is hard on our bodies for many reasons. The air dries and cracks our skin, freezing temperatures cause old injuries to flare up and joints to ache, and the conditions make it just plain hard to exercise. What’s a fair-weather bird to do? Head to the sauna! Sauna use has been popular in Finland for thousands of years, and there are compelling reasons why. Not only are there many bodily benefits, but science is telling us it may also protect the mind.
What Our Patients Are Saying
“Since we first met Johanna Pelo, it has been a pleasure to provide her hearing care. She is obviously a kind, intelligent, and hardworking woman. She is also a loving daughter, as we found when she brought her mother to us for hearing care. “Thank you, Mrs. Pelo, for the privilege of allowing us to provide your hearing care, for the trust you have placed in us, and for the honor of allowing us to share your comments here. We take none of it for granted.”
Johanna with Dr. Larry and her mom
“I would not be able to function or go to work without my hearing aids. It is a comfort to know that the doctors at The Hearing Center of Long Island are always there if I need them. The staff is always so pleasant and accommodating. My sincere thanks to all of you.”
-Johanna Pelo Valley Stream, New York
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David Greenberg is a student in the Doctor of Audiology program at the University of Pittsburgh. We recently had the pleasure of helping him fulfill part of the requirements for his doctoral program by visiting us and learning about our approach to audiology. Helping to encourage and inspire the next generation of audiologists to provide the best possible care for those coping with hearing loss is always gratifying for us, but it’s especially so with a student as enthusiastic and dedicated as David. Below are some comments about his experience with us that he wanted to share. David, Doctor-to-Be! Inspiring the Next Generation of Audiologists!
Take a Break
Roasted Parmesan Pesto Potatoes
Ingredients
• 2 pounds red potatoes, quartered • 2 tablespoons basil pesto • Salt and pepper, to taste • 3 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese 1. Preheat oven to 400 F. 2. In large bowl, combine potatoes and pesto. Toss to coat. Transfer potatoes to large baking sheet or shallow roasting pan. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Roast 20 minutes and remove from oven. 3. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over potatoes and put pan back in the oven. Roast for additional 10–15 minutes or until potatoes are tender and crispy. Remove from oven and serve warm. Instructions
Dr. Jennifer and Dr. Larry with doctor-to-be David Greenberg
Audiology has been a fascinating subject for me to study. It is a field I feel passionately about because of its growing prevalence, and it provides a great opportunity to help others. Observing at the Hearing Center of Long Island was an amazing experience that reaffirmed my desire to be an audiologist. It was very rewarding to see the look on a patient’s face when they were able to hear again thanks to the technology, techniques, and services provided by Dr. Cardano and his staff. It is this result that drives me to pursue a career in audiology. My aspiration to be an audiologist goes further than just helping others; it strikes a personal nerve, as well. My father has been hard of hearing for my entire life, and I know firsthand just how hearing loss affects an individual and those around them. It is my mission to provide expert care to each future client and ensure that their individual concerns are addressed, as well as the concerns of those who love them. The Hearing Center of Long Island was a great opportunity to see this in action. Every patient I observed expressed their concerns and reservations about wearing
a hearing aid. The doctors addressed each client’s personal situation, including their environments, financial situation, and specific concerns. In the end, each client was fitted with the hearing aid most appropriate for their lifestyle. This sort of transparency is what I admire most in a clinical setting. My time at the clinic proved that the staff at the Hearing Center of Long Island goes above and beyond to provide excellent service. All of this is done while ensuring satisfaction with the chosen technology, and they continue to address concerns as they arise. I will carry my experiences here throughout my future career as an audiologist, and I’ll strive to provide the same quality of service that patients receive at the Hearing Center of Long Island. Fondly,
On Listening
“The art of conversation is the art of hearing as well as of being heard.” William Hazlitt, 1778- 1830
The Sound of Laughter
Why are soldiers tired on April 1? They just had a 31-day March.
–-David Greenberg
Doctor of Audiology Program Student, University of Pittsburgh
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INSIDE This Issue
Steel Monuments to Our Veterans’ Sacrifice Page 1
How Saunas Will Change Your Winter Health What Our Patients Are Saying Page 2
Doctor-to-Be, David Greenberg!
Take a Break Page 3
Thanksgiving at America’s Resort Page 4
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Thanksgiving at America’s Resort
This Thanksgiving, many Americans plan to go over the river and through the woods to sleep on the air mattress at grandmother’s house. But your family Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be crowded and uncomfortable. For generations, The Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, has brought families together for a weekend of true American elegance. The local hot springs have been popular with travelers since 1778, but The Greenbrier didn’t come to life until 1913. The sprawling 710-room national landmark sits on 11,000 acres of rolling hills and has been described as “‘Monte Carlo’ meets ‘Gone With the Wind.’” The blend of Colonial decor and Hollywood Regency flourishes make guests feel as if they have stepped back in time, while still offering all the modern amenities.
Mom and Grandma relax in the spa, Grandpa enjoys a round of golf, the siblings all go off-roading in a Jeep, and later, the whole family will face off in a game of laser tag. With 55 leisure activities offered at the resort, make every day as busy or as relaxing as you want before enjoying a gourmet dinner at one of the resort’s six full-time restaurants. The Greenbrier is a dream getaway anytime of the year, but America’s resort really goes all-out for the traditional American holiday, Thanksgiving. Family members from every generation can find something fun to do before the family gathers together for the massive Thanksgiving brunch in The Greenbrier’s Colonial Hall. The award-winning culinary brigade serves up Thanksgiving classics, like soft rolls and roasted
turkey, alongside marinated mussels and ricotta tortellini. Make time for the horse- drawn carriage ride and evening gala, and you have the perfect Thanksgiving.
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