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United Way Of Broward County Partners With

JM Lexus To Raise Funds For Broward County Veterans

All Proceeds From The through a random drawing and the winner will be announced County for more than 80 years. United Way of Broward County

Raffle, Which Ends On July during United Way of Broward County’s MISSION UNITED fights for the health, education and financial prosperity of every
person in our community. United Way of Broward County is the
Volunteer Appreciation Event which will take place on July 7.
7, Will Benefit United Way Of The winner does not have to be present to win. catalyst for change and convener of partnerships that unite the

“We are so grateful to our friends at JM Lexus for their
hearts, minds, and resources within the Broward community.
Broward County’s MISSION continued support of our organization,” said James Heaton, For more information, visit www.UnitedWayBroward.org.
About United Way Of Broward County’s MISSION
senior director, United Way of Broward County’s MISSION
UNITED UNITED. “The proceeds raised through this fundraiser will UNITED
help further MISSION UNITED’s goal to support and connect MISSION UNITED is a critical program supporting U.S.
United Way of Broward County has partnered with JM Lexus veterans and their families with critical resources as they military service members, veterans and their families in
to raise funds for veterans in Broward County. Now through acclimate to civilian life.” Broward County by helping them acclimate to civilian life.
Thursday, July 7 at 8:15 a.m., participants can purchase a raffle For more information and to purchase raffle tickets, please Key focus areas include employment services, education,
ticket for $100 or three tickets for $250 and automatically be visit: UnitedWayBroward.org/entertowin. Proceeds raised will health, legal assistance, financial stability and housing
entered to win a 24-month, prepaid lease on a 2022 Lexus RX benefit United Way of Broward County’s MISSION UNITED. support. Through MISSION UNITED, United Way of
350, courtesy of JM Lexus. The raffle winner will be selected For more information about MISSION UNITED, please visit Broward County is aligning existing services and creating
MissionUnitedBroward.org. solutions where there are gaps in support. For more
About United Way Of Broward County
information about MISSION UNITED, please call (954)
Dementia – community-based, nonprofit organization servicing Broward 4-UNITED or visit www.MISSIONUNITEDbroward.org,
United Way of Broward County is a volunteer driven,
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Telltale Indicators The Symphonia Announces

By Steven E. Reznick,
M.D., FACP Major Gift To Its Endowment Fund
In the United States, 11
percent of adults 65 years
of age and 33 percent The Symphonia, South and it has grown steadily, enabling the organization to further
over 80 years old are Florida’s premier chamber expand its programming, explore new performance venues,
diagnosed with dementia. orchestra, has announced and create community collaborations that bring classical
My generation of Baby that longtime supporter music to underserved communities.
Boomers likes to pretend and Board of Directors “There truly are no words to express our gratitude for
that today’s “80” is like member, Edith Stein, has this incredibly generous gift,” said Annabel Russell. “The
yesterday’s 55 years old made a $500,000 gift to the Steins have believed in our mission since day one, and we
but it simply is not true. organization’s endowment will be eternally grateful for their passionate support of our
To combat dementia researchers are looking at fund in honor of her late organization.”
numerous causes to try and reduce the number of future husband, Martin B. Stein. Next season, The Symphonia will embark on an ambitious
patients. An interesting article looked at the resting heart The Steins have been series of four performances, each tied to a theme relating to
rate of senior citizens. Those who had a resting heart rate involved in The Symphonia global awareness of our environment – “Fire” on Nov. 13;
over 80 beats per minute were statistically more likely to since its inception, “Earth” on Dec. 4 (which includes a multimedia presentation
develop dementia. with Martin serving as Martin and Edith Stein played in sync with stunning visuals from the documentary,
At the same time, the same research group was looking cofounder of the orchestra, “Terra Nostra”); “Wind” on March 26; and “Water” on April
at resting heart rate another research group was looking at and honorary chairman until his passing in 2017. 30. Season tickets are available by visiting thesymphonia.
inflammatory markers that can be detected with a blood “After the demise of the Florida Philharmonic in 2003, org or by calling (561) 376-3848.
draw and be prognostic. They found an association between Martin and I both felt that it was imperative to keep classical About The Symphonia
having a low HDL level and elevated triglyceride level and an music alive and available to the South Florida audience,” The Symphonia, recognized as the region’s premier
increased risk of developing cognitive impairment. This was said Edith. “We were able to financially support the efforts chamber orchestra, provides high-quality classical music for
especially true in individuals with type II diabetes mellitus. of establishing a new orchestra. It was – and still is – an the enjoyment and benefit of the South Florida community.
Researchers are looking for genetic markers that would honor, a privilege, and a pleasure to continue help providing The Symphonia’s performances and educational outreach
hint at an increased risk of dementia. Others are trying to funds to this significant cause. This gift to The Symphonia’s programs feature nationally and internationally acclaimed
develop medications that will stop or interrupt the process endowment is exactly what Martin would have wanted.” conductors and soloists, enhancing the cultural lives of area
and prevent or limit the disease. The Symphonia established its endowment a decade ago residents, with special emphasis on its younger citizens.
In the meantime, we are left with trying to live a healthy
lifestyle starting at an early age. Being active, avoiding
smoking, avoiding excessive alcohol and keeping our weight
and blood pressure under control will still be our best defense.
Starting at any age helps but developing healthy living habits
as a young adult seems to be the best choice.
Vaccine In Development For The Prevention Of
Alzheimer’s Disease
Vaxxinity has been testing an immunotherapeutic
vaccine candidate that targets aggregated amyloid beta Stylish Modern Atmosphere Make Reservations happy hour
in the brain considered to be toxic and contribute to every Day 3 - 6 pm
the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. The topic was
discussed in the online journal MPR early in May. and Mon. - Thurs.
The vaccine, known as UB-311, has been in human all Day at Bar Only
clinical trials for three years now. Volunteers have received
repeated doses of the vaccine with adverse effects no worse Lunch SpeciaLS
than in the placebo group in the trial.
The manufacturer in the main study ClinicalTrials. every Day
gov Identifier: NCT025518009 showed that a “robust $
and durable anti-amyloid beta antibody response was starting at 9
elicited in their patients while no amyloid related imaging
abnormalities or edema were reported in the mild to
moderate Alzheimer’s patients observed.”
In view of the early success shown the FDA has granted
this drug Fast Track designation to speed its development
and production. The development of a medication that
slows down and or prevents the development of this fatal
progressive neurological disorder would be a major step
forward in the battle against this relentless illness.
Are you seeking a physician who treats adults only and
invests the time and attention required to provide proactive
care? Dr. Reznick is board certified in internal medicine,
with added qualifications in geriatrics. To schedule a
complimentary meeting with Dr. Reznick to discuss his
personalized care concierge practice, call (561) 368-0191
or visit www.BocaConciergeDoc.com.