Gardasil Vaccinations: More bad news!

Gardasil Vaccinations are still a hot topic yet the information on the side effects which started out horrible, is still getting worse. I wrote an article 2 years ago about this vaccine and since have become even more passionate about getting this product away from our kids. It is not my place to tell you how to think or what to do. But when it comes to something with such negative side effects I would be doing the world a dis-service by not voicing my opinion. Below there is a link on a recent update that was run on TV. Further below that is the article that I wrote 2 years ago, which statistically is not up to date. If it was you would be shocked even more.

http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=45607974813&ref=nf


Article I wrote July-2007:

Gardasil Vaccinations: Safe or Scary?

Over the last few weeks I have encountered a vast number of questions and concerns regarding the new vaccination Gardasil. The new vaccine which is being called the “anti-cancer vaccine” may be a little misleading.
. What is the Gardasil vaccine and what is its’ purpose? The vaccine is meant to prevent certain strains of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). It is known that HPV is an important cofactor in the development of cervical cancer, but only a cofactor. The problem is only a fraction of HPV infections develop into cervical cancer.
Preventing cervical cancer related deaths is a great thing, but, doing this properly needs to be kept in consideration. Currently over 6.2 million Americans encounter an HPV related infection per year. A study in 2002 estimated 253,781 women have cervical cancer and 4,000 deaths result yearly from it.
The true statistics, which you do not hear, are as follows: There are over 100 different strains of HPV. The vaccine only prevents against 4! What is even worse is that among those studied, 90% of all HPV infections clear up on their own. Even worse the study found that of all the HPV infections found, the vaccine would have only provided protection against 3.4% of them.
A recent update that was published on July 3rd of this year has shown that 3 girls have died from the vaccine and there have been over 1,637 adverse reactions reported. Many states have tried to make this a mandatory vaccination for all girls going into middle school but almost all bills have been turned down as of right now.
As with all vaccines, they are a personal choice. Some choices should be left to each individual and not mandatory for all our children. Being informed is the best defense you have.
For more information go to: www.mothering.com.articles/growing_child/vaccines/gardasil.html.

~Dr. Cynowa

Fresh Fiber First!

This is a short and sweet tip that can drastically change your energy levels, mood and overall health.

Fresh Fiber First:
Fresh=organic or local foods that are well washed.
Fiber= the fruits and vegetables that you are going to strive to eat.
First= When you are going to eat your fresh fiber.

If you can make a commitment to eat some form of fresh, raw and uncooked vegetables and fruit at the begging of each meal in your day, (breakfast, lunch and dinner) you will notice a significant change by the weeks end. This is a very easy strategy for making a positive lifestyle change that can be implemented on a long term basis. The best part about Fresh Fiber First is you are not taking anything away! Keep eating what you are eating after you get your fresh fiber first.

When you start eating natural foods on a daily basis your body begins to crave it just like you body can crave bad foods. If you had a choice on what foods your body would crave everyday wouldn't you rather it be good natural growing healthy foods that will keep you living much longer? Well you absolutely can, but there are a few strategies that may help you in this transition period.

1. Make a mental commitment that is time based. Ex. I will eat Fresh Fiber First at every meal for 1 full week.
2. Do not get down on yourself or give up when you do not complete your objective. Instead celebrate and congratulate yourself every time you do eat better. When you are unable to just realize that you next meal you will be right back on track.
3. Pre-Plan. Unfortunately it is tough to get these fresh organic fruits and vegetables when you are on the run. So pre planning and packing a lunch or knowing what is for dinner will help. Make a quick list of what you would like to eat and buy smaller quantities from the grocery store 2x/week.
4. As a Dr. Troy Dukowitz says, "Commit and Go." You can procrastinate tomorrow, go get it done today and you will not have to worry about the procrastination.

I have seen patients who have been stuck at a certain weight shed another 5-10 pounds just by using this strategy. Your energy levels will surely go up and you will have less of those highs and lows throughout the day because of the continual energy you are feeding yourself. As for long term health we would have to spend an hour or more just to discuss how much healthier you will be by getting your Fresh Fiber First!

Good luck and enjoy your new week of eating!
~Dr. Cynowa

Pre-Planning!

For those of you who like to plan ahead, let me tell you about an event you will not want to miss. Friday, August 28th from 12-6 PM. Complete Wellness Chiropractic is having a big grand opening celebration and we would love to have you there. The York County Regional Chamber is doing a ribbon cutting at 12:00 noon and we will have festivities throughout the rest of the day. Bring the family and kids along because we will have music, activities for the kids and free fresh squeezed orange juice for anyone wearing orange! We will have food, tours, free spinal screenings and one of our local sports mascot's having a great time.

We are also pleased to announce that we are now a foundational center for a non profit organization called We Can!. We Can! stands for (Ways to Enhance Children's Activity and Nutrition). We will be holding programs throughout the community for both parents and kids that the entire family can learn from and implement in the household. Looking forward to seeing many of you at the grand opening!

~Dr. Cynowa

We're Open!

We had our official soft opening last week and can't wait to see you in the office! It has been a great journey opening a wellness clinic to this point and the fun is just beginning. Last week we were able to work many of our computer and technology kinks out and are fully integrated at this point. I am proud to say that except for your initial intake forms and paperwork you will receive from us, we are 100% paperless! We have already had Yoga at the office 3 times and look forward to that being one of many ongoing benefits patients at our office have. I will keep everyone posted on the many other great things available to our patients as time goes on. I read a great article last week on keeping healthy while flying and will be commenting on that by next wednesday. Have a great week and thank you for spreading the word of our office opening!

~Dr. Cynowa

Who is backing the news you read?

Often times we watch Oprah, read an article in Newsweek or listen to an update on the radio. Did you even stop and wonder where the information came from? Better yet who pays for the media outlet or is a major money contributor.

The article below looks into this, then goes on further with great health information on the HPV Vaccine, Bio-identical Hormones and Health Strategies for your imediate benefit.

Take a look for yourself!

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/06/18/Media-Blast-Oprah-for-Supporting-Alternative-Medicine.aspx

~Dr. Cynowa

What kind of relationship are you looking for?

While sitting at the Fort Mill Rotary Club meeting today listening to prior host Mike Redding from WCNC, he said something that rang through to me. He was speaking about how today's TV news is total garbage and really not what it should be or used to be. He went on to say that the media today does not truly care about us and is only in it for a short term relationship or a quick glance of your eye. He made the analogy that TV news is comparable to someone going out every night looking for a short term relationship. Responsible reporting, Mike said, should be one that looks to marry its community with quality stories and reporting in order to create a long term relationship, not just a quick glance of the eye.

Coming from someone who has been in TV for many years I assume he knows what he is talking about. Furthermore, since I decided to not have cable TV in my house 5 years ago, becuase of the media, in no way do I consider myself an expert on that subject. I want to now relate this to the relationships you have with your current or prospective doctors or health advisors and quesitions what type of relationship you have. When you ask a friend for a referral to a good doctor (Chiropractor, Dentist, Optometrist, Pediatrician etc...) what kind of relationship are you looking for?

I would be willing to bet most did not answer a short term relationship. Most individuals tell me that when they are searching for a new doctor they are looking for someone they can establish a relationship with, trust and forge a long term professional partnership. I would argue that this is a great thing. If your doctor has taken care of you since you were knee high to a duck, a quick question or concern can be easily answered without jumping through too many hoops.

Now I would ask you to evaluate your current doctors and think about what kind of relationship they have formed with you. Are they asking you lifelong health questions? Did they want to know about your childhood? Do they want to know your future health goals? If you have not seen them in awhile have they reached out to you? Do they have programs that keep you educated and up to date when you are not in the office. If you answered no to any of these answers, I would ask you to take it a step further and make sure you have found the right professionals to be taking care of you.

If you have any questions about how we strive to always go over and above, and how our patients would have to answer yes to all the above answers, feel free to give us a call or email. At Complete Wellness Chiropractic we look forward to the many long term relationships we are making everyday with you and your family, and look forward to taking care of your children's children many years down the road.

~Dr. Cynowa

Childhood Obesity

You will most likely see many posts on the topic of childhood obesity. It is a major player in robbing our kids of the lives they deserve and the true potential they were born with. At CWC we feel that while taking care of kids and families we wanted to do more especially when it comes to this topic. Therefore Complete Wellness Chiropractic has partnered up with 'We Can!' This is a non-profit organization focused on educating parents and children on easy ways to get fit, increase overall health and live the quality lives they deserve. CWC is currently the first and only foundational center in Fort Mill, SC for We Can! and the the second in Charlotte, NC!

The link below is just one of many showing how this is becoming an epidemic in our society.

http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20090602/kids_exercise_090602/20090602/?hub=Health

~Dr. Cynowa