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CONTENTS Fall 2018
COVER STORY PAGE 10
FORMER NFL PLAYER LARRY CHESTER:
CBD SAVED MY LIFE HEALTH
LIFE
HEALTH LINKS BETWEEN GLUTEN AND DIABETES, AIR POLLUTION AND DEMENTIA 18
NEW RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CAR SEAT USE 26
10 TIPS TO FOLLOW BEFORE LEAVING HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS 40
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PROCESSED MEATS LINKED TO HIGHER BREAST CANCER RISK 22
LAUREN’S LIST: HOW TO DEAL WITH NEGATIVE SOCIAL MEDIA 28
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NEARLY 1/3 OF VEHICLES RECALLED NEVER GET REPAIRED
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n the last month or so, Ford has recalled two million trucks for a potential seat belt problem and Honda said airbags in more than a million of its vehicles needed to be fixed.
Automakers issue recalls on a regular basis but a new report finds many car owners never have the problems repaired. Anthony Burgess drowned saving his little girl from a pond in March. The 23-year-old had left his car running at this apartment complex when he got out to talk to a friend. Authorities believe his three-year-old daughter someone shifted the vehicle out of park causing it to roll into the water.
said Jack Gillis with the Consumer Federation of America. A new report from the group found about 25 to 30 percent of recalled vehicles go unrepaired. “Those open recalls not only pose a danger to the occupants of the vehicle but they pose a danger to the rest of us who are driving on the roads near open recall vehicles,” said Gillis. Car dealers cannot sell ‘new’ cars with an open recall but there are no federal laws against selling a ‘used’ car with one. Gillis and other consumer advocates are pushing for federal legislation to change that.
Burgess didn’t know how to swim but was able to hold the child above his head until bystanders came to help.
“There are millions of cars being sold on used car lots with open recalls and most consumers don’t know that’s the case,” he said.
“She said my daddy got me out of the water but he couldn`t get out,” said family member Kelly Jordan.
To find out if your car is under recall just go to safecar.gov and type in your VIN number. If it is, the manufacturer will repair the problem for free.
Investigators say the car had an unrepaired recall for problems with the shifter. “We estimate that there are about 70 million vehicles on the road today with open recalls,”
The Consumer Federation of America is also pushing the government to start an education campaign to warn consumers to check their vehicles for recalls.
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FORMER NFL PLAYER LARRY CHESTER:
‘CBD SAVED MY LIFE’
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ourteen years ago, Larry Chester was a bruising defensive lineman for the Miami Dolphins.
He was a 300-pound strongman who knew how to hold his ground. Today, Chester is a man searching for answers. He says seven seasons in the NFL left him in chronic pain. “I was eating opioids, in some search of relief and I was not finding it,” Chester tells CBS4’s Jim Berry. Even worse, Chester says was his depression. For two years after retirement, the former defensive tackle says he became a belligerent shut-in. “I lashed out on my children unnecessarily, lashed out on my wife, I even lashed out at people at the grocery store,” said Chester. Chester says while still in the NFL, he would smoke marijuana for relief. Even then, he felt that it helped him settle down.
Chester takes just one finger and dips it into the lotion, showing us the small amount he uses to rub on his knees when he feels the pain come on. He says in just 15 minutes, the pain is gone. Doctor Herve Damas played one season in the NFL. After a career-ending knee injury, Damas went to medical school and became a traditional doctor, before overcoming his own skepticism about untraditional cannabis treatment. We asked him, why does he believe it works? Dr. Damas replies, “We actually produce these substances in our bodies. There are things that happen in our lifetime, maybe injury, illness, stress that causes a decreased production of our endocannabinoids, when that happens you fall out of a state called homeostasis, also known as your state of balance or well-being. Then you start to bring yourself back from the level that you need to be at that’s why it works.” However, this emerging medicine is shrouded in plenty of doubt. Some doctors say cannabis has only been proven to be effective treating epilepsy in children, and that there’s no evidence that it helps with any mental or emotional disorders.
“I could have a human exchange and I didn’t want to throw you into the wall and I can just accept that,” said Chester.
Dr. Damas who runs Grassroots Medicine & Wellness Center in Wynwood disagrees.
Now Chester has become a profound believer in CBD, one of the most common chemical compounds found in the marijuana plant. He takes it in various forms which is prescribed by his Miami-based cannabis doctor.
“The U-S government has one patent on cannabis and cannabis is scientifically known, proven to be a neuroprotectant. That means players who are involved in collision sports, football players, hockey players, military
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veterans. If you are able to consume cannabis, you are actually able to protect your brain with the cannabinoids.” “The substances within the plant there is science behind that. There is tons of research you just have to look for it.” Chester and his doctor believe the NFL would be wise to sanction cannabis products as acceptable treatments for current players. “If you allowed players to consume CBD you would see an increase in performance, decrease injuries, less off the field incidents,” said Damas. For the NFL, marijuana is still a banned substance but in recent years it has partnered with the National Player’s Association to study marijuana use for pain management. In Florida, marijuana remains an illegal drug. However, cannabis use is legal for medicinal purposes for a select group of illnesses
After visiting a few traditional treatment centers, Chester hails cannabis treatment as his salvation. Now his wife, Nicole Chester, is a believer too. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving me my husband, my best friend back to me,” said Chester. Larry adds he feels like he’s getting his life back including his marriage, his relationship with his children, neighbors, community. He says he feels more like himself than he has felt in a long time. Former NBA and NFL Players estimate as much as 80% of players take some form of cannabis because it’s seen as an effective and safe alternative to opioids and other painkillers If you want more information on medicinal marijuana here in Florida, we’ll link you to www. floridahealth.gov and look for the Office of Medical Marijuana Use section.
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EXCLUSIVE:
87-YEAR-OLD VICTIM SPEAKS OUT AFTER BUST OF UNLICENSED CONTRACTOR
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n 87-year-old victim is speaking out after the arrest of a man who BSO says a history of unlicensed contracting and targetting elderly people.
CBS4 was there exclusively as BSO deputies walked the suspect, 46-year-old Naraj “Raj” Sehti to a waiting patrol car after he was charged with unlicensed contracting and grand theft involving a person who is 65 years or older. Because of that age the charge can lead to more severe penalties after a conviction. Sehti did not respond to questions from CBS4’s Peter D’Oench as he walked away with his head down. The victim, 87-year-old Margaret Dorman, said “I feel sad because he seemed like a nice guy and I trusted him. A friend recommended him. I saw his work at a neighbor’s house and it was impressive. He even showed me special windows with tints.” Dorman had ordered hurricane impact windows. Dorman told D’Oench that she gave Sehti $18,500 and her red, 1987 BMW that was worth $2500 but no materials were delivered and no work was done. BSO said Sehti had been arrested 18 times in Florida and twice in Virginia since 2000 on charges including contracting without a license, failing to obtain workers compensation insurance, issuing bad checks, grand theft and fraud and was actually on probation from a 2015 conviction. BSO said he had been convicted of charges four times. Dorman said “My daughter and I needed help to put up the windows. The lesson here is don’t trust anybody. I am always thinking now about getting ripped off. I am sad and I am mad because he’s a smart guy. But your sins will find you out. Your sins will
find you out. I am glad to see this end because I am a nervous wreck.” CBS4 also obtained surveillance tape showing Dorman speaking with Sehti speaking with her at her home at a kitchen table. BSO launched an investigation and set up surveillance cameras after Dorman discovered that no order had been placed for the hurricane impact windows and that Sehti had been fired from his job in July. “I always thought something was kind of funny,” said Dorman, “because he kept telling me that I should not discuss this with anyone.” Sgt. Daniel Fitzpatrick, who heads the Organized Crime unit inside the Broward Sheriffs Office, said, “These are our most vulnerable citizens and we are very concerned. This looks like his M.O., targetting elderly people.” Fitzpatrick had a warning. “Definitely you don’t want to pay up front but at most pay 50% and then don’t pay the rest until all the materials have been delivered and the work is done,” he said. He also said, “Always do your work on your contractor. Get recommendations from past customers and do work on the internet.” Sehti is being held on $110,000 bond and is expected to face a judge in bond court in the morning. BSO says anyone who thinks that he or she has been victimized by unlicensed contractors should call Broward Crime Stoppers at (954) 493-TIPS (8477).
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THERE IS MORE THAN ONE WAY TO ADOPT A FAMILY FOR THE HOLIDAYS Since 1992, Neighbors 4 Neighbors has connected those in need with those who can help, and your support has been critical to our success. Last year we were able to serve 426 families through the Adopt a Family 4 the Holidays program. The value of goods and services provided to our adopted families totaled nearly half a million dollars! Just over 2,152 people including 1,400 kids, were matched with caring adopters. With your help, this year we hope to serve even more. Our adoption site is open now, and you can log on at aaf.neighbors4neighbors.org. There you can browse the hundreds of families in need of some holiday hope. Many of our former adopters say it’s the highlight of their year and they can’t wait to do it again and that is because our program is so unique. With Adopt A Family for the Holidays, you get to meet the family you are helping and this experience is like no other. Often you will find the family you help is a lot like your own, with the same wants and hopes for their family as yours. Join our partners at Publix and visit our website today and see firsthand what the gift of kindness can bring. Maybe you don’t have the time to adopt a family, but still want to help. That’s where our Operation Elf program comes in. Along with our partners at BBX Capital, MOD Pizza and Hoffman’s Chocolates, we are collecting donations to purchase gift cards for even more families. Every year there are more families than those listed on our site, and not all of them are fortunate enough to have a one-on-one experience. Last year alone we were able to distribute $20,000 in gift cards to families all over, Dade, Broward and Monroe County. After Hurricane Irma, there were many families in need; many of these families are still working to get back on their feet, even a year later. Neighbors
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HEALTH
HEALTH LINKS BETWEEN GLUTEN AND DIABETES, AIR POLLUTION AND DEMENTIA
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luten intolerance is a sensitivity to a family of proteins found in grains like wheat, rye and barley. It can cause symptoms that include bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea and constipation.
It now seems that gluten can affect more than just the person who eats it, reports Dr. Max Gomez. Danish scientists, after analyzing data from thousands of pregnant women, say a high gluten diet may put offspring at higher risk for type 1 diabetes. Doctors say children of women with the highest intake of wheat, rye, and barley proteins had double the diabetes risk. AIR POLLUTION & DEMENTIA Air pollution is known to lead to heart disease, miscarriages, premature birth and lung disease. Now British researchers are also linking air pollution to a higher risk of dementia. doctors tracking middle-aged and elderly patients for seven years found those living in the most polluted areas were 40-percent more likely to develop the condition. ARTHRITIS & DEPRESSION Experts say arthritis and depression go hand-in-hand in people over 50. data spanning a three-year period found much higher rates of arthritis in patients with minor, moderate, and severe depression. What’s not known is whether treating the depression had a beneficial effect on the arthritis, but it is known that depression can make the perception of chronic pain worse – and significant depression is something that should be treated with or without arthritis.
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DOCTORS WARN OF C-SECTION ‘EPIDEMIC’ AS GLOBAL RATES DOUBLE
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aesarean section birth rates have nearly doubled in two decades worldwide, even reaching “epidemic” proportions in some countries, doctors warned recently. According to research published in The Lancet, the number of women delivering babies via C-section doctors rose to 29.7 million worldwide in 2015. That is the most recent year for which complete data is available. That’s up from 16 million in 2000, or 12 percent of all births, and significantly higher than the 10-15% considered medically necessary. The results also highlight a huge gap in childbirth care between rich and poor mothers, with the life-saving surgery unavailable to many women in poor countries and over-used in richer ones. The procedure can save lives when complications occur, such as bleeding,
fetal distress, hypertensive disease, and babies in abnormal position. However, the surgery can also create complications and side effects, including higher risks for future births. “We call on healthcare professionals, hospitals, funders, women and families to only intervene in this way when it is medically required,” said Marleen Temmerman, an expert from Aga Khan University in Kenya and Ghent University in Belgium who co-led the research. “In cases where complications do occur, C-sections save lives, and we must increase accessibility in poorer regions, making C-sections universally available, but we should not overuse them.” The study found C-sections were overused in North America, Western Europe, Latin America, South Asia and the Caribbean and underused in parts the west and central Africa region.
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PROCESSED MEATS LINKED TO HIGHER BREAST CANCER RISK
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ore evidence that cutting out processed red meats is good for your health.
New research shows a link between things like bacon, and sausage, and breast cancer risk. Angela Thomas was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago. The 34-year-old is now cancer-free and says she’s made major lifestyle changes. “After my diagnosis, it was more of a priority to incorporate more greens with every meal, I started to cut out all processed meat,” she said. New research in the International Journal Of Cancer looked at 15 previous studies and found eating processed meats was associated with a nearly 10 percent higher breast cancer risk. “When we look at all the evidence together there is an increased risk of breast cancer with diets high in processed meats,” said Dr. Mariana Stern with University of Southern California’s Keck School of Medicine. Processed meats like bacon, ham, sausage, and deli meats including turkey are altered to improve flavor and
preservation. In 2015, the World Health Organization classified processed meat as a carcinogen because studies show it can increase the risk for colorectal and potentially stomach cancers. Stern, who authored the study, says avoiding processed meats is key and red meat should be limited to about 18 ounces per week. “You should also limit your consumption of alcohol and increase the amount of fruits and vegetables you eat,” she said. Thomas grew up in Louisiana eating a meat-heavy diet. She’s now trying to convince friends and family to make changes. “Once you get new information and knowledge, you want to share so you’re not doing the journey alone,” she said. She hopes her choices will keep her cancer from coming back. The American Cancer Society recommends physical activity at least 30 minutes per day for breast cancer prevention.
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NEW RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CAR SEAT USE
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arents with young children have been given new recommendations for using car seats.
Natasha Young is the mother of a five year old. She’s also a certified technician for Safe Kids Worldwide and teaches other parents how to properly install a car seat. She says it’s vital to keep young children in a rear facing seat. “Because it helps to protect them in the event of a crash, it keeps their head and neck safe,” she said. “It’s really important to keep them rear facing as long as possible.” The American Academy of Pediatrics is now updating its guidelines to reflect that. The group used to recommend rear facing seats until at least age 2. Now the academy wants parents to keep children in rear facing seats until they reach the max height and weight limit, even if they’re older than two. “Even if their children’s legs are longer than the car seat, they can easily folder their legs up into the car seat and it’s actually much safer for their legs,” said Young. The new policy also recommends older kids stay in forward-facing safety seats and booster seats until they reach the max height and weight recommended by the manufacturer. When it comes to rear-facing seats, Young says parents often make the mistake of turning their kids around too soon. “A lot of times they want to see their child, entertain their child, especially if they are a little more fussy,” she said. Young says a little fussiness is better than putting a child at risk of being injured in a crash.
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LAUREN’S LIST:
HOW TO DEAL WITH NEGATIVE SOCIAL MEDIA
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BY LAUREN PASTRANA • lpastrana@cbs.com
ike it or not, social media has become a part of our everyday lives. And it looks like it’s here to stay, for now.
Between Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snap Chat, the lines between real and filtered are getting blurred every day. But the line between nice and not so nice, is pretty much erased all together. So today’s “Lauren’s List” takes a look at how you, or perhaps your kids, can deal with negativity on social media. 1. DON’T FEED THE TROLLS: Yes, those nasty commenters on social media have a name, and they’re called trolls. Basically, they want you to respond. They crave it. Don’t fuel their fire! If you want to stop the spread of negativity on social media, consider ignoring it when you see it. Don’t give it power! 2. RESPOND WITH POSITIVITY: “Don’t feed the trolls” doesn’t mean you should stay silent completely. Fight the negativity with positivity. If someone leaves a nasty comment on a friend’s post, perhaps post your own nice comment. No need to
engage with the rudeness directly, but just put more positivity in the universe. 3. REPORT AS NEEDED: Sometimes, the negative comments go way too far. Maybe they violate the terms of service on a certain platform, or maybe they are a legitimate and illegal threat. If that’s the case, report it to the social media site and, yes, report to police if you need to as well. 4. PRACTICE SELF CARE: Putting yourself out there on social media can be exhausting. You’re opening yourself to valid critique and sometimes downright nasty criticism. If the criticism is valid, and presented in a constructive way, it’s okay to think about it and consider making changes if you think that’s best for you. But if it’s pure vitriol you’re reading or receiving, it may be time to unplug. Step away from social media and regain some perspective. A little digital detox may be just what the doctor ordered. How else do you keep the social media blues from creeping in? Tell me on Facebook or Twitter. If you have an idea for a future “Lauren’s List,” send it to lpastrana@cbs.com.
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UNDERSTANDING HEALTH EFFECTS OF
RED TIDE AS SOUTH FLORIDA BEACHES FEEL TOXIC IMPACT
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he impact from red tide is floating too close to home for Miami Beach Resident Nitza Ortiz.
The risk of breathing in the air near the algae bloom can cause a runny nose, scratchy throat, and watery eyes. “With all that been said about the red tide, I’m just going to take my daughter off to South Pointe to the water park that they have there,” Ortiz said. More than ten miles away from South Beach, Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez ordered Haulover Inlet and beaches to the north closed as a precaution Thursday. They’ll reopen Friday morning. However, the threat in the air from red tide may still be felt for some. “It’s not life threatening, except if you are a patient who has chronic respiratory problems,” Dr. Jose Vazquez said. Dr. Vazquez is with Baptist Health Primary Care. He told CBS4 News people with asthma or heavy smokers may be impacted the most. They may also need to wear masks while on or near the beach.
going to get exposed to it. You have to be careful. Close the windows. Don’t go to the beach, particularly, the sand,” he said. The higher the concentration in the water, the worse it can possibly get for some people. Swimmers may get rashes that could last for days. Some others could get really sick if red tide water is swallowed, similar to foodpoisoning symptoms or even numbness. “Occasionally, it can cause some neurological problems when you have a little numbing or tingling in your fingers,” Dr. Vazquez said. Vazquez hopes the current that brought red tide near South Florida takes it away sooner than later. Kelly Hartzell, who is a Miami-Beach resident as well, has her fingers crossed she doesn’t cough or feel worse because of the toxins in the air. “I’m feeling ok now-for the time being,” Hartzell said. If anyone has symptoms, Dr. Vazquez recommends people to leave the beach. If the symptoms get worse, he recommends people to call their doctor.
If you’re close to the beach, you are
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TASTE OF THE TOWN:
SETTE OSTERIA BRINGS ALL THINGS AUTHENTIC ITALIAN TO WYNWOOD
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ringing more than fifteen years of experience from Washington D.C. under the same name, Sette Osteria opened in the Wynwood Arts District in late May. It is an authentic Italian restaurant and bar with an open kitchen, soft tones, and high ceilings leading way to a sophisticated casual feel. “We wanted it to be updated because Wynwood is about millennial and nature, that’s why we put in so many plants. It makes you feel good,” explained General Manager Andrea Vimercati. Executive Chef Nicolas Flores brings family traditions and years of experience cooking to his wide ranging menu, which Andrea says, spans the regions of Italy. “We get recipes from all over Italy. For example, the plates we have in front of us are from southern of Italy, the north of Italy, the middle of Italy from Bologna. So we are from everywhere in Italy,” he said.
Chef Nick makes fresh fettuccine from the dough stage to flattening, and then through the shredder, he hand cuts it and places the pasta into the boiling water. On the grill pan, he prepares their popular Fettuccine alla Bolognese with a beef and veal combination. “The meat, if you can taste it in your mouth, you can see it’s a very slowly cooked meat,” said Andrea. “Yes it has that feeling of slowly cooked meat. It’s so tender,” said CBS4’s Lisa Petrillo after tasting. The Pollo alla Parmigiana or Chicken Parm is pounded thin and feels decadent with the fresh mozzarella. It is served with fingerling potatoes and fresh broccoli rabe. “I love that broccoli rabe. There is a hint of garlic and just right amount of crunch. It’s not overcooked,” said Petrillo.
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The sign near the pizza oven says la Grande Belleza, which is an Italian movie with special meaning. “We love the name. It means great beauty,” said Andrea. The pizza with Prosciutto di Parma Pizza is just that. “This could be my favorite pizza. It has salt of the ham, the smooth of the cheese and the thin dough and the arugula gives it something else. I really, really like this pizza,” said Petrillo. Then there is the creamy, fresh Burrata cheese, which is all that and then some. “Basically Burrata is hard on the outside and inside is the Stracciatella. That means it’s stretched.” Sette Osteria is adding authenticity and excellence to the growing food scene in Wynwood. It’s open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner and Saturdays and Sunday brunch and dinner.
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‘PETS ARE PART OF THE FAMILY’:
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER TO KEEP VICTIMS & PETS TOGETHER
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t is the first of its kind in South Florida, a pet friendly domestic violence shelter, where the goal is to keep pets and families safely together.
“Pets are part of the family and are often the only source of unconditional love. Think about someone who’s in an abusive situation,” explained Mary Riedel, President and CEO of Women in Distress. “That pet might be the only source of consolation for themselves and their children so they’re part of the family,” she said. Women in Distress is opening the shelter with the help of the Humane Society of Broward County. There is space for 20 animals. Only 3-percent of domestic violence shelters in the country offer a safe place for pets, according to Women in Distress. “Sometimes it’s very difficult to leave the abusive situation because they don’t know what is going to happen with the pets,” explained Thelma Addarich-Lopez, Residential Supervisor from Women in Distress. She said many times those animals are also violently abused.
“In order to affect the victim, the abuser, the perpetrator usually tend to also abuse the pet and by them having a safe place to have the pet with them, it’s important, they don’t have that extra burden of what is going to happen to my other baby,” said AddarichLopez. The idea got financial boost from a 200-thousand dollar grant from Bank of America, after looking at a simple concept. “It’s unconditional love that they give you and that’s so needed,” explained Sandra Juliachs from Bank of America. “We really kind of looked at that and said we have to support Women in Distress, we have to support this project. That was really the catalyst to start this project,” she said. This pet friend shelter should being opening in the next few weeks or so after all the training is complete. Women in Distress asked CBS4 News not to disclose the location of the shelter for the safety of the residents. If you are in a domestic violence or abuse situation and need information got to www.WomenInDistress.org or call the Women in Distress 24-hour Crisis Line at 954-761-1133.
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efore traveling, safeguard your home and valuables. Take a few precautions before you leave town to ensure a happy return
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HOLIDAY VACATION CHECKLIST 1. Create an up-to-date inventory of valuables, such as TVs, jewelry, computers and other large-ticket items. Include detailed descriptions, photographs, makes, models and serial numbers. Store valuables in a fireproof vault or safe. 2. Install automatic-light timers and set the timers to go on and off at logical times of the day. 3. Stop mail and newspaper deliveries or ask your neighbor to pick them up for you. 4. Turn down your thermostat to save on electricity or gas bills. 5. Arrange for a lawn or snowremoval service to tend to the yard or shovel snow. 6. Don’t leave holiday gifts out where they can be seen through windows. Break down large appliance boxes, and place them in dark trash bags or bins when you take them to the curb.
Leaving them out in the open will advertise what’s inside your home. 7. Check your holiday lights for fraying or damage. 8. Trim shrubbery and trees. Overgrown shrubs provide the perfect cover for would-be intruders. 9. As you leave, do a final walkthrough of your home to ensure all windows and doors are locked, and unplug nonessential devices. 10. Activate motion detectors and alarm systems. Download your alarm company’s app onto your phone to monitor your home while you’re away. GOOD TO KNOW A home automation system can provide peace of mind when you’re traveling. You can monitor and control your entire house through your phone, including: • Turning your lights off and on • Controlling your alarm system or thermostat • Ensuring the garage or front door is closed and locked • Turning your sprinklers off and on • Letting someone into your home (ex: dog walker)
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et your home ready to celebrate Hanukkah with festive decorations, such as dreidels, menorahs, lights and wreaths.
DECORATIVE DREIDELS Dreidels aren’t just for the kids. Make your own dreidels in various sizes, and paint them in the traditional Hanukkah colors of blue, white and silver. You can display them on the mantel or string them from doorways and windows. HANUKKAH LIGHTS Deck the outside of your home in bright blue and white lights. Drape the lights around shrubs, trees and your front door for a festive look. You can also line your driveway or string them from the rooftop. MENORAH MANTEL Showcase your menorah on the mantel for all to see and appreciate. If you have more than one menorah, group a collection of them together for a more dramatic effect. Sprinkle gelt (chocolate coins
wrapped in gold or silver foil) around the base of your menorah as a finishing touch. HANUKKAH CARDS String all of the Hanukkah cards you receive across a doorway or window. You can also use them as a swag across a banister or a fireplace. FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS WREATH Create your own Festival of Lights wreath by winding strings of blue and white lights around a foam wreath form. Hang the wreath on your front door, or make miniature ones to hang in your windows. STAR OF DAVID A fun acitivity for the kids. Use foil, construction paper or colored card paper to cut out Stars of David. Once you’ve made the stars, scatter them around the house, use them as part of your table arrangement or string them from doorways and windows.
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he fiery red plant poinsettia is everywhere at holiday time. Make this classic easy-to-care-for favorite a part of your holiday decor.
THE POINSETTIA’S COLORFUL HISTORY The poinsettia is indigenous to a region in Mexico, where they bloom during December, creating crimson mountainsides and growing to heights of 16 feet. The plants delighted the first missionaries to Mexico who included them in their Advent-season ceremonies. Hence, the association with the holidays began. Poinsettias were later introduced to America by botanist and first US Ambassador to Mexico, Joel Poinsett. CARING FOR YOUR POINSETTIA Poinsettias are easy to care for throughout the holidays. Just follow these simple rules: Light - Poinsettias need a minimum of six hours of bright (but not direct) sunlight each day. Temperature - These plants prefer temperatures from 65-70° F during the day with a drop to 60°-65° at night. The lower night temperatures help the poinsettias keep their brilliant color. Protect the plants from both cold and hot drafts from outside doors, heat registers or appliances. Never let the plant be exposed to temperatures less than 55° F. Water - Poinsettias like moist, but not wet, soil. When the top of the soil becomes dry, add room temperature water to the plant. Allow the water
to drain through the pot when watering, and then discard any excess water in the saucer. If the plant’s container was wrapped with decorative foil, be sure to remove the foil from the bottom of the container to allow water to drain through the plant. Overwatering the poinsettia and letting it sit in excess water are common mistakes that will kill the plant. If your poinsettia begins to wilt, too much or too little water could be the culprit. If the plant feels dry, add water immediately. If the container feels heavy and the soil is wet, allow the poinsettia to dry out before watering it again. Follow these tips after the hustle and bustle of the holidays, or when the plant starts to look a little tired (whichever comes first): • Water less (about once a week) after the blooms and leaves drop or shrivel. The plant needs this rest period after its blooming season. • Cut back the stems to half their size in March or April. When new growth begins to appear, it is safe to resume a more normal watering and feeding schedule. Use regular houseplant food and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. • Move the plant outdoors when the outside nighttime temperatures rise above 55°F. • Provide light, but avoid placing it in direct sunlight. • Plant the poinsettia in the ground or leave it in the pot if you wish. Repotting may be necessary at the end of summer after the plant has grown. If the poinsettia is planted in the ground, you can expect a shrub-like plant during the summer. • Pinch back new growth in June, July or August to promote a bushier plant.
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• Nik Miles (Our Auto Expert) • Roman Mica (The Fast Lane Car) • Alex Dykes (Alex on Autos) • Sofyan Bey (Redline Reviews) • Jason Fenske (Engineering Explained) • Matt Maranowski (Matt Maran Motoring) • Nick Murray (The Nick Murray YouTube Channel) Crafted by Alfa Romeo artisans in Cassino, Italy, the Stelvio Quadrifoglio is a testament to Alfa Romeo’s perfect balance of engineering and emotion, creating a premium midsize SUV for driving enthusiasts.
“This year’s contenders were the best vehicle lineup we’ve had yet,” said Nik Miles, president of OurAutoExpert.com. “Although the battle was fought hard, only two winners could come out on top. Voting was down to the wire for every single contender in each performance category. Ultimately, only two remained from all judge’s entries.”
The Stelvio Quadrifoglio brings world-class performance, state-of-the-art technologies, seductive Italian style and an exhilarating driving experience to the premium midsize SUV segment. With the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio, where other SUVs stop at utility, Alfa Romeo took on the challenge to create the perfect mix of high performance, capability and design. The Stelvio Quadrifoglio is the fastest SUV in the world with a Nürburgring lap time of 7:51.7 and boasts a best-inclass 0-60 mph time of 3.6 seconds.
The AVA is a made up of a select group of automotive video journalists that represent an online audience of 500 million viewers per year. The organization is made up of some of the most prominent and most followed automotive outlets in the country, including:
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