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April Newsletter 2023

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“Spring is the time of plans and projects.” – Leo Tolstoy

Spring is the time to lighten up and have some fun with everything, including your health. Maybe try singing in the morning or anytime during the day to cheer up, spend time outdoors with your loved ones, or start a project such as digging into old family photos and making a collage of happy memories, or signing up for a different exercise class from the routine. Switch it up to something light and mood-boosting this season. 

We’ve included some light, sunny recipes, tips on how to decide on your Medicare Advantage plan, resources on Cancer Control, early warning signs of testicular cancer, and more in this month’s newsletter. 

Thank you, as always, for being a member of Los Gatos Doc’s practice.

What Our Patients Are Saying

“Dr. V is the best. He took care of me when I had an accident & sustained a back injury 2 weeks ago. I was from out of town and he didn’t hesitate to see me in spite of the fact that I am not his patient anymore after 3 years of moving out to Florida to retire. The whole medical team made a difference by making me feel like family. Awesome team. Thank you so much, Dr. V, Jessica, and Adriana!” 

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Recreation Ideas

Youth Commission 2023-2024 Applications: You must be a Campbell Resident and a 7th-12th grader in the 2023-2024 school year. Applications must be submitted by May 1, 2023. For more information, visit here.

Children’s Summer Camp, Campbell, CA:  The Summer Activity Guide is now available online! Registration for summer classes begins May 2nd for Campbell Residents and May 3rd for Everyone! Registration for summer camps and swim lessons is open. To view the Summer Activity Guide, visit here

California’s Redwood Coast: The magical forests of Humboldt County are something you have to see to believe. Explore California’s redwood coast this Summer with your loved ones.

Health Observance: Cancer Control

At Los Gatos Doc, we salute the valiant spirit of those battling cancer and cancer survivors. We are focused on raising awareness around cancer prevention, detection, treatment, and management. In 2022, nearly 1.8 million people were diagnosed with cancer in the United States alone. This ever-growing number has continued to reinforce the importance of cancer prevention. More so, as 30-50% of all cancer cases are preventable. Prevention is the most cost-effective long-term strategy for the control of cancer. Cancer prevention includes raising awareness, reducing exposure to cancer risk factors, and ensuring that people have all the information and support needed to follow healthy lifestyles. The next strategy is the early detection of cancer, which aids in successful treatment. Early detection of cancer entails education about cancer, and screening such as pap smears, mammograms, and colonoscopies.

Download NFCR’s Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Kit, which contains valuable information on how to help prevent cancer, what to look for, and how often to get screened for different cancers.

Source: National Foundation For Cancer Research (NFCR)

In Case You Missed It / Reading Corner:

Each month, we provide you with the best, most current research and information on health topics that affect you. Read our latest blogs about current medical conditions that will keep you up to date and in the know!

If you’re considering changing your Medicare Advantage plan or moving over to Traditional Medicare, here’s an essential list of things to do—and not to do—before you make a decision.

Testicular cancer is the most common cancer affecting young men. When diagnosed and treated early, testicular cancer has an excellent cure rate. Learn more.

The news of multiple myeloma can be overwhelming. If you or your loved one have been diagnosed with myeloma, this article will help you receive the support and inspiration you need on the path to recovery. Read now.

Spring Recipes

Here are some light, breezy, and delicious recipes to Get into your best health and mood this Spring-Summer 2023.

Minted Fruit Salad

Servings: 4

Ingredients: 

  • 1 cup unsweetened apple juice
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 4 tsp finely chopped crystallized ginger
  • 4 tsp lemon juice
  • 4 cups cantaloupe balls
  • 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 tsp chopped fresh mint leaves

Method:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the apple juice, honey, ginger, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until the mixture is reduced to 3/4 cup. Remove from the heat. Cool.
  • In a serving bowl, combine the cantaloupe, strawberries, blueberries, and mint. Drizzle with cooled apple juice mixture; gently toss to coat.

Source: Taste of Home

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

FOR THE CHICKEN

  • 4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3 cups Panko breadcrumbs
  • Cooking spray

FOR THE SAUCE

  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups orange marmalade
  • 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Method: 

MAKE THE CHICKEN

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and grease it with cooking spray.
  • Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
  • Add the flour to a sealable plastic bag then add the chicken and seal the bag. Shake the bag until the chicken is coated all over.
  • Add the eggs to a shallow dish and whisk them until combined. Add the breadcrumbs to a second shallow dish. Remove each piece of chicken from the bag, shake off any excess flour, then dip it in the eggs then breadcrumbs and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the coating process with all of the chicken pieces and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake the chicken pieces for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping them once halfway through, until they are golden brown and fully cooked.

MAKE THE SAUCE

  • Add the sesame oil and olive oil to a small saucepot set over medium-low heat.
  • Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, for about 3 minutes until golden brown. Add the hoisin sauce, orange marmalade, soy sauce, and crushed red pepper flakes (optional), and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken pieces from the oven or air fryer and transfer them to a large bowl. Add the sauce to the bowl and toss until combined. Serve immediately.

Source: Just a Taste

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, plus lemon wheels for garnish
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 cup blackberries (4 ounces)
  • Ice
  • 12 ounces seltzer
  • Thai basil sprigs with flowers, for garnish (optional)

Method

  • In a small saucepan, bring 1/3 cup of the sugar and 1/3 cup of water to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Pour the simple syrup into a heatproof 1-quart jar and refrigerate until cold, about 30 minutes. Add the lemon juice, turmeric, and 1 cup of water. Cover and shake to combine.
  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, gently simmer the blackberries with the remaining 1/3 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of water for 10 minutes, pressing on the berries with the back of a spoon to break them up. Strain the blackberry syrup through a fine sieve set over a small pitcher or measuring cup. Cover and refrigerate until cold, about 30 minutes.
  • To serve, fill 4 Collins glasses with ice. Shake the turmeric lemonade once more and divide it among the glasses. Whisk the seltzer into the blackberry syrup and pour over the lemonade. Do not mix. Garnish with lemon wheels and Thai basil, if desired; serve immediately.

Source: Food & Wine

“Blossom by blossom the spring begins.” – Algernon Charles Swinburne

To a wonderful Spring season with your loved ones. We’re grateful that you’re a part of the Los Gatos Doc family. Consider sharing your favorite newsletters as they offer great tips and health advice and help you and your loved ones stay informed. Call Los Gatos Doc at 408.502.6040 if you have questions about your health.

Warmly,

Dr. V, Adriana, & Jessica

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