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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Invites you to
Have Fun. Get Dirty. Save Lives. O
n Saturday, May 21st, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Connecticut Chapter will host the first CT Pineapple Classic 5K at the Greenwich Polo Club in Greenwich, CT. The Pineapple Classic 5K is a fun, Hawaiian-themed run with
obstacles throughout the course. After the race, a luau will be held with a beer garden, food, and entertainment. Participants compete for speed and for the best costume. In return, participants are asked to raise funds to help LLS advance lifesaving cancer research and patient services. LLS hopes to raise over $100,000 during this fun filled day. Anyone 8 years of age or older can participate. Register in sin-
gle-gender or co-ed teams of two or four. Participants who need teammates can register individually and will be placed with a team. Prizes will be awarded to the fastest teams in all categories. “This event has been held successfully by LLS’ Washington/
Alaska Chapter in Seattle for five years,” said Dina Mariani, Deputy Executive Director of the Connecticut Chapter. “We are so thrilled to be implementing it here in Connecticut!” Teams are grouped based on whether they plan to walk or run,
and teams that plan to compete to win are categorized at Kekoa (Hawaiian for warrior). The entry fee is $60 for individuals; $110 for two-person teams; or $200 for four-person teams. Participants are also asked to raise a minimum of $50 to support lifesaving can- cer research. To register or learn more, visit
www.pineappleclassic5k.org/ct or call 203-665-1400.
Sophia Natural Health Center Adds New Wellness Doctor
Seasoned veteran in the field of acupuncture, herbal medicine and nutrition to meet the growing needs for relief of stress-related illnesses
stress-related health problems, in- cluding fatigue, sleep problems, anxiety, hormonal issues, pain, di- gestive problems and weight gain, Sophia Natural Health Center is expanding. In order to meet these rising demands with the results we are known for delivering to our pa- tients, we have added an additional Wellness Doctor. Specializing in acupuncture, herbal medicine, diet and nutrition, Dr. Lisa LaSorsa has 10 years of experience in treating pain-related conditions as well as women’s health issues. Not only is she trained in Chinese medicine, but she is also an expert in nutrition where she has worked as a nutri- tional counselor in conventional healthcare settings. “I am very pleased to add Dr. Lisa to my staff. Our community is
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in dire need to restore or improve overall health and that’s what we do,” said Medical Director Dr. Ken Hoffman. “With her help we can fulfill the purpose of the clinic, to help as many people as possible get well naturally, without drugs or surgery.” Sophia Natural Health Center has helped hundreds of people in
the community improve their health naturally using a form of “in- tegrated Chinese medicine,” a practice that blends modern medical testing with the ancient wisdom of acupuncture, herbal and dietary medicine.
Dr. LaSorsa will see patients on Tuesdays from 9 -5 p.m. and Fridays 9 – 2 p.m. For more information contact Sophia Natural Health Center in Brookfield, CT at (203) 740-9300. See ad on page 15.
ue to the growing needs of the community to find relief from
A Hand in Healing Open House on April 16th
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oin us on Saturday, April 16th, 10am-4pm at A Hand in Healing for our Open House, located at 244 Main St. in Farmington. Reflexol-
ogy sessions, readings by Kate Howard, Reiki with Joan Istertag, and chair massage with Mary Meccariello. Kara Lynch of Poor Me Tea will offer organic teas. Dr. Sherri Bernier, the creator of the Secret Shawl will offer shawls, scarves, ponchos and turbans each with a secret pocket that holds inspirational affirmations. A portion of each pur- chase will go to cancer research. Cindy Parsons will introduce Juice Plus, whole food nutrition with thousands of phytonutrients, antioxi- dants and enzymes. Put your name in for a raffle and the winner will receive one free session of any services offered at A Hand in Healing. 20% off all merchandise in the store.
For information please call (860) 676-8500. See ad on page 44. 6 Natural Nutmeg
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