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Presidents Message
Greetings!! Goodness time is just rolling on! We have had some
good news, grace's husband is now home. However, Lois Jennings'
husband has been in the hospital. Our own Rebecca Walker will be
speaking this month. I know July is a busy month for some with
vacations and such, but please try to join us. Looking forward to
seeing everyone!



















Table of Contents
Presidents Message Page 1
Ayurveda Page 2-3
Meeting Minutes Page 4-6




If you know of a member that
needs to be remembered, please
inform our chaplain;

Mary Cullipher, CMA
(AAMA)
mgcullipher@embarqmail.co
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-Sharon Godfrey CMA(AAMA)-CPC
Albemarle Area Medical Assistants President of 2014

NEXT MEETING INFO
Thursday July 3, 2014
PLACE:
ROOM 117
OWENS CENTER; YMCA
TIME:
7:00 PM
SPEAKER: Rebecca
Walker

TOPIC: The Management
Lessons that Everyone
Should Learn
DOOR PRIZE: Sara
VanHorn


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AYURVEDA
What is ayurveda?

Ayurveda, or ayurvedic medicine, is a healthy-lifestyle system that people in India have used for
more than 5,000 years. Ayurveda emphasizes good health and prevention and treatment of illness
through lifestyle practices (such as massage, meditation, yoga, and dietary changes) and the use
of herbal remedies. Ayurvedic medicine is holistic, which means viewing the body and mind as a
whole. Ayurveda not only treats a person's physical complaints, but it also changes lifestyle
practices to help maintain or improve health.
According to ayurveda, the five elements of nature (space, air, fire, water, earth) combine in the
body as three components (doshas) known as Vatta, Pitta, and Kapha. These doshas relate closely
to the basic elements of nature and to specific functions of the body and a balance of these doshas
is thought to be required for optimal health.
Air and space represent Vatta. Vatta controls muscle and joint movement, breathing, and
heartbeat. Also, Vatta controls anxiety, fear, pain, and other functions of the nervous system.
Fire and water represent Pitta, which is thought to control such bodily functions as digestion,
metabolism, intelligence, and skin color. Pitta governs the emotions of anger, hate, and jealousy.
Earth and water represent Kapha. The physical structure of the body and the immune system are
governed by Kapha. Emotional responses thought to be controlled by Kapha include calmness,
forgiveness, love, and greed.
The doshas, which are determined at the time of conception, also relate to an individual's physical
makeup and personality. A person with a Vatta makeup tends to have a small, thin build. The
Pitta body style is more of a medium, muscular build. The Kapha appearance is usually bigger and
well-developed. Most people are considered to have a combination of doshas, with one type
usually being predominant.
In ayurvedic medicine, it is thought that if an imbalance occurs in any of the three doshas, illness
results. Ayurvedic medicine treats illness in many ways, including dietary changes, herbal
remedies, and exercise.

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We are
healthy only
to the extent
that our ideas
are humane.
Kurt
Vonnegut
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Happiness is
part of who we
are. Joy is the
feeling
Tony DeLiso

What is ayurveda used for?

People use ayurvedic practices to maintain health, reduce stress, and improve flexibility,
strength, and stamina. Researchers have found that yoga and meditation can be effective
ways to treat diseases such as asthma, high blood pressure, and arthritis. Ayurveda stresses
proper diet for maintaining good health and treating disease. Herbal medicines are
prescribed based on the person's dosha type. Researchers are studying the effects of
ayurvedic herbal medicines on various long-term illnesses.
Is ayurveda safe?

Ayurvedic practices such as yoga and meditation can be safe ways to promote health. If you
have a long-term illness, you may be able to combine ayurveda with conventional medical
treatment.
Ayurvedic herbal medicines, like conventional medicines, may cause side effects, trigger
allergic reactions, or interact with other medicines or herbs you are taking. Some ayurvedic
medicines may contain high levels of heavy metals. Be sure to tell your doctor about all herbs
and natural supplements that you are taking. If you have taken ayurvedic medicine products,
ask your doctor about screening for heavy metals.

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MEETING MINUTES
The Albemarle Area Medical Assistants May meeting was held on June 5, 2014 at the College of
The Albemarle Owens Center in Room 110. The meeting was called to order by President Sharon
Godfrey at 7:00 pm
Chapter Chaplain Mary Cullipher, CMA (AAMA) gave the invocation.
Debbie Jones, CMA (AAMA), CPC introduced the speaker, Brenda Rosencrans, MSHRM, SPHR
who spoke on Harassment Free Workplace.
Parliamentarian Grace Overton, LPN, CMA-C (AAMA) declared there was a quorum.
A motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes was made by Lois Graham, CMA (AAMA),
CPC and was seconded by Betty Lilly, CMA (AAMA. Motion carried. Minutes were filed as
presented with no corrections.
Shavonna Boone, CMA (AAMA) gave the following Treasurers Report.
May 2014: June 2014:
Checking account total: $4364.98 Checking account total: $3675.95
Stella Gallop award: $400.00 Stella Gallop award: $400.00
Available funds: $3964.98 Available Funds: $3275.95

Appointed Officer Reports:
Chaplain [Mary Cullipher, CMA (AAMA)]: Debbie Jones, CMA (AAMA), expressed gratitude for
the thoughts and prayers extended to her and her family after the loss of her brother-in-law.
Parliamentarian [Grace Overton, LPN, CMA-C (AAMA)]: No report
Committee Reports:
Budget and Finance [Shavonna Boone, CMA (AAMA)]: No report
Bylaws [Stella Gallop, CMA-AC (AAMA)]: Each member was emailed an updated copy of the
chapter bylaws.
Education and Certification [Cindy Hall, CMA (AAMA), CPC]: Debbie Jones, CMA (AAMA)
reported that Dr. Dan Elliott an orthopedic physician will be our July speaker. Chair Hall will send
out details of the program when they are available.
Health Careers [Amber Meads, CMA (AAMA)]: Absent.

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MEETING MINUTES

Historian [Debbie Jones, CMA (AAMA)]: Need pictures from last months meeting.
Hospitality [Debbie Anderson, LPN, CMA (AAMA)]: Meeting will be July 3, 2014 at 7:00 pm at the
Owens Center in Room 117.
Membership [Rebecca Walker, CMA (AAMA), CPC, BS]: Several new student members are in
attendance tonight.
Newsletter [Sara VanHorn, CMA (AAMA)]: Her computer is back up and running, so the
newsletter should be on time!
Nominating Committee [Alethia Keaton]: No report, but will be looking for members to serve as
officers.
Publicity [Betty Lilly, CMA (AAMA)]: The information was printed incorrectly in the newspaper
about tonights meeting, despite the correct information being sent. TEMPO deadline is July 3,
2014.
Ways and Means [Stella Gallop, CMA-AC (AAMA)]: Fall workshop will be held on Wednesday,
October 8, 2014 at the Education Center of Sentara Albemarle Medical Center. Medical Mutual
will present a program on How to Terminate a Patient and Rebecca Walker, CMA (AAMA), CPC,
BS will present a program on ICD-10-CM.
Unfinished Business:
T-shirts: Mary Cullipher, CMA (AAMA) and Stephanie Reppy, CMA (AAMA) are continuing to
research the feasibility of the chapter doing a t-shirt in recognition of Lois Grahams theme for her
year as NCSMA President.
Winter Seminar: Debbie Jones, CMA (AAMA), Winter Seminar Chair assigned committee
chairs for the seminar and the dates of January 23-24, 2015 were chosen. Registration deadline
will be January 10, 2014.
There was no New Business.


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MEETING MINUTES

Announcements:
Dr. Michael Sue has a job opportunity for a medical assistant.
There will be an active shooter exercise at COA on Saturday July 12, 2014 for anyone wishing to
participate. 300volunteers are needed for this exercise.
President Godfrey asked all to be aware that what is posted on social media may be viewed by your
employers and patients, so think before you post!
Door Prize was won by Sharon Godfrey, CMA (AAMA), CPC.
Motion was made to adjourn the meeting by Lois Graham, CMA (AAMA), CPC and was seconded
by Lois Jennings. Motion carried and meeting was adjourned at 8:34 pm with the reading of the
Medical Assistants Creed.
Submitted by:
Rebecca Walker, CMA (AAMA), CPC, BS substituting for Amanda Everett, CMA (AAMA)
Members in Attendance:
Tammy Batteiger, CMA (AAMA)*
Shavonna Boone, CMA (AAMA)
Alex Bundy, CMA (AAMA)*
Mary G. Cullipher, CMA (AAMA)
Stella Gallop, CMA-AC (AAMA)
Sharon O. Godfrey, CMA (AAMA), CPC
Lois Graham, CMA (AAMA), CPC
Colleen Hogan, CMA (AAMA)*
Kristine Hoskins, CMA (AAMA)
Lois Jennings
Debbie Jones, CMA (AAMA)
Alethia Keaton
Betty Lilly, CMA (AAMA)
Grace Overton, LPN, CMA-C (AAMA)
Alicia Shaner, CMA (AAMA)*
Shereka Sutton, CMA (AAMA)*
Sara VanHorn, CMA (AAMA)*
Rebecca Walker, CMA (AAMA), CPC, BS

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