1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Modern methods of skin care improve By Derek K. Boyden, DDS    Through the years, people have tried hundreds, if not thousands of methods for acquiring younger, healthier skin. The majority of these products, treatments and regimens has been focused on the facial skin, with good reason. The biggest contributor to skin damage is the sun, and the skin of the face and neck generally receive the most exposure throughout our lives...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Botox: New looks with an old drug    Botox is the trade name of an injectable form of botulinum toxin, made from the same bacteria, which is responsible for botulism...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Harrison’s cancer program earns surgeons approval    The Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons has again granted approval to Harrison’s cancer program, acclaim the hospital has earned for 20 years...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Harrison Hospital continues to upgrade its services    Harrison Hospital continues to innovate and bring the latest in technology and care — not always the same thing — to Kitsap Peninsula residents. Following are some of the latest changes...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Colorblind in a colorful world By Temple A. Stark    Sometimes things are just black and white. When a person is colorblind that can be their entire world.    That monochromatic extreme is rare, said Joe Trull, O.D., at Eyedesigns in Port Orchard, who himself has trouble telling different greens apart...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Many alternative healthcare options available in Kitsap County    Alternative healthcare is increasing in popularity and with it the availability of differing modalities throughout our peninsula. Perhaps you are interested in experiencing it and do not know the differences between disciplines. Or, you are familiar with the fields but want to find out more...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Regular mechanical maintenance of the body is required By Dr. Robert Kelley    As days shorten and temperature cool — you may be unwittingly slowing down activity — golf, gardening, walking, become fond memories, giving way to the soft couch, or increased work hours and stress...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP The truth about Traditional Chinese Medicine By Ting Zhang LAc    Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) consists of Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Tuina (Chinese massage), Moxibastion, TaiQi, and Qigong, etc. The fundamental of TCM is based on the Chinese Yin Yang theory, which focuses on the balance of the energy level within the human body, and between human body and the environment...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Keeping up with changing Medicare rules By Temple A. Stark    The rules continually change for companies and individuals that deal with Medicare. It can be hard to keep up, even for companies large enough to be able to pay people to do so...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Now is the time to take charge of your health… Becoming part of the wellness revolution By Dr. Monique West    Already a $200 Billion business, with most of its revenue coming from vitamin sales and health club memberships, the wellness industry is just now taking off. In the next ten years, an additional $1 trillion of the U.S. economy will be devoted to providing healthy people with products to maintain their health...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Chambers of Commerce offer solution to rising health care costs By Temple A. Stark    Over the last 18 months health insurance possibilities for individuals and small businesses have opened up.    The state legislature passed laws that made it easier for large insurance companies such as Regence and Premera to offer less expensive health options than they had previously offered...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP New Seattle Systems product helps back braces stretch and shrink with movement    Poulsbo’s Seattle Systems recently debuted a new product called Slide Sternal Extension. The device, designed to simplify the rehabilitation process for patients and their medical care providers, attaches to the front of a spinal brace to give the patient added spinal support without applying unwanted pressure against the patient’s chest, as is common with other braces...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP KPS debuts two new plans, expands into King County    Bremerton-based KPS Health Plans recently announced two new small group medical plans and has expanded its small group products into King County effective Jan. 1. The new plans, Sound Harbor Small Group plans and The Healthy Investor™ Small Group Medical Savings Account (MSA), are available to businesses with 1-49 employees...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Never brush again?    A brushless electrical appliance has been developed that will give encouragement to those that hate to brush their teeth and really never floss. The new technology has undergone clinical studies, been tested by independent dentists and laboratories, and been approved for marketing, by the Food and Drug Administration...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP InHealth is new name for PMI    Pacific Medial Imaging Consultants changed their name InHealth Imaging to better capture the essence of their mission to screen for potentially deadly diseases...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Caregiver support group organizes    Classes to help others become caregivers will begin soon.    The free monthly meetings are for family members, friends and companions who care for someone with memory loss or a chronic medical illness...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP New tooth whitening technology introduced    The latest tooth whitening technology currently sweeping the country, Is Enamel Microabrasion. This treatment is specifically designed for people with fluorosis or brown dark stains on their teeth, which have been resistant to traditional teeth bleaching techniques...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Zhang opens acupuncture office in Silverdale    Dr. Ting Zhang, a licensed Acupuncturist, recently established a new practice at 9030 Pacific Ave N.W Suite 101 in old town Silverdale...   (Full Article) 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Pair honored as best healthcare employees Liberty Shores Assisted Living Community and Harbor House Alzheimer’s Care Community in Poulsbo recently recognized Cora Betton and Margie Kelly as Best Employees of the Third Quarter.    Betton has worked in the Liberty Shores’ Dietary Department since March 2000, while Kelly has been employed by Harbor House as a nursing assistant since June 2000.    Both have demonstrated excellent dedication and commitment to the quality of care for seniors and the well being of residents. 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP New dentist joins Costa Care Dr. Miranda Dageenakis joins Dr. Marta Costa at Costa Care Family Dentistry in Port Orchard.    Dageenakis graduated from Indiana University, earned her doctorate from Indiana University School of Dentistry and attended a General Practice Residency Program at the Indiana University School of Medicine.    The dentistry office is located at 1890 Pottery Avenue. 1-7-2003 SPECIAL REPORT - HEALTHCARE IN KITSAP Kohnke welcomed at KCRS Medical assistant Rhonda Kohnke recently joined the staff at Kitsap ColoRectal Surgery in Bremerton.    The Bremerton resident is a 2002 Dean’s List graduate of the Medical Assistant Program at Eton Technical Institute in Port Orchard. In addition to her MA training, Kohnke’s background includes mortgage loans, real estate sales and computer information systems.