PULSE.Byline: Kate Zuparko HAUTE haute adj. Fashionably elegant: "In Washington, haute gastronomy is at least as important as the national economy" Ann L. Trebbe. HOSPITAL FASHION: If ``chic'' isn't the word that comes to mind when thinking about hospital gowns A hospital gown (also known as a patient gown, exam gown, johnny shirt or johnny gown) is a short-sleeved, thigh-length garment worn by patients in hospitals or other medical facilities. , sisters Liza Coleman and Ashley Levi have just the thing - Medgowns, a personalized per·son·al·ize tr.v. per·son·al·ized, per·son·al·iz·ing, per·son·al·iz·es 1. To take (a general remark or characterization) in a personal manner. 2. To attribute human or personal qualities to; personify. hospital-gown service that gives patients a more stylish and comfortable dressing alternative. The Dreamie, Medgowns' first offering, is a soft, lace-trimmed gown with discreet pockets to conceal openings for ports and monitors, with an easy-to-reach back tie that provides more coverage than typical hospital gowns. Dreamies are designed for any patient who wants to be more covered up and comfortable - from those undergoing cancer treatment to nursing home residents, those experiencing extended hospital stays and mothers-to-be. They come in styles and colors for both men and women. Dreamies retail for $49 to $69 and are available through www.medgowns.com. NO-SMOKING SENTIMENTS: For smokers who are trying to quit, the support and aid of family and friends can be invaluable. Now there's a new way to lend a hand to give assistance. to give assistance; to help. See also: Hand Lend this holiday season: GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare has teamed with Hallmark Cards Hallmark Cards, a privately owned American company based in Kansas City, Missouri, is the largest manufacturer of greeting cards in the United States. Approximately 50% of greeting cards sent in the United States every year are manufactured by Hallmark. to create personalized stop-smoking cards designed to motivate smokers to put down their cigarettes for good. The cards come in two designs - one funny, one heartfelt - so friends and family can choose just the right sentiment for their puffing pal. They can also be customized with a supportive message. As added motivation, the cards include $50 in gift certificates for stop-smoking products, including the NicoDerm CQ patch, Commit lozenges and Nicorette gum. Each card is free; gift certificates cost $50 plus $4.95 shipping and handling. Card and certificate can be mailed to the smoker or the sender. The cards are available now exclusively through www.mostimportantgift.com. PERSONAL PILATES: Fitness crazes come and go, but Pilates is one that has proven its staying power. Now, two new DVDs from Bodywisdom Media make learning Pilates simple and convenient, without leaving the comfort of the home. ``Pilates Complete Sculpt sculpt v. sculpt·ed, sculpt·ing, sculpts v.tr. 1. To sculpture (an object). 2. To shape, mold, or fashion especially with artistry or precision: and Tone'' ($19.95) features a wide variety of routines to keep workouts challenging. An easy-to-use menu allows users to choose a workout that matches their schedule and fitness needs, as well as by body area or routine type. Fitness instructor fitness instructor fit n → Fitnesstrainer(in) m(f) Mary White Mary White may refer to any of the following:
``Pilates Complete for Inflexible People'' ($19.95) offers a modified routine for injured, inflexible or simply inactive individuals. Instructor Maggie Rhoades leads users in more than 20 remedial yoga and Pilates routines. Available at major retailers and through www.bodywisdommedia.com, the DVDs offer an easy way to burn those holiday pounds and kick off the inevitable New Year's fitness resolution. CAPTION(S): 5 photos Photo: (1) no caption (Medgowns) (2 -- 3) no caption (stop-smoking cards) (4) no caption (dvd: Pilates Complete Sculpt and Tone) (5) no caption (dvd: Pilates Complete for Inflexible People) |
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