Seniors Today Volusia Edition Nov. 11th 2011

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November 11, 2011

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The VA Travel Nurse Corps Program is a VA-operated internal pool of registered nurses who are available for temporary shortterm assignments at VA centers throughout the country.

While taking part in the program, VA Travel Nurses are compensated for their time and travel and receive per diem allowances that include lodging, meals, and incidentals plus the opportunity to see the country. RNs are compensated for hours worked but do not earn sick or vacation time or retirement programs. “The program offers nurses an opportunity to maintain high standards of patient care, helps decrease turnover of newly recruited nurses, and offers alternatives for experienced nurses considering leaving the VA system,� says Program Director Jacqueline Jackson.

It is hoped that the program will reduce the use of outside supplemental staffing, improve recruitment of new nurses into the VA system, and deliver VA health care in rural or underserved areas. The program also hopes to establish a potential pool of registered nurses for national emergency preparedness efforts.

RNs are selected from the VA and the private sector. Nurses new to the VA receive training on the special needs of veterans,

the system’s procedures and policies, as well as medication administration and the VA’s computer system.

Nursing can be both challenging and rewarding wherever you work but the VA program offers special rewards. “As I start the IV on an 85-year-old hero, his eyes grow soft as he mentions his tour of service in India and Burma,� said RN Brenda Joyce Gupton. “This veteran carried our colors to another continent for freedom’s sake. It was my privilege to be his nurse.�

The program is a joint effort between the VA’s Integrated Service Networks, the VA’s Management Support Office and the VA Office of Nursing Services. “We are committed to making this program a win-win for all involved and to keep VA on the cutting edge of providing the best care possible to our nation’s veterans,� said Jackson. ST For more information, visit www.trav elnurse.va.gov or cal 866-664-1030.

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Generations Of Marines Celebrate

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hroughout the nation, on November 10, the U.S. Marines celebrate the birthday of their Corps as “the most loyal, most feared, most revered, and most professional fighting force the world has ever known.”

This birthday is honored and celebrated by many, including an Ocala, Florida family that had its beginning in Key West. The Starks have been serving our country, primarily in the Marine Corps, since the Civil War. It’s even possible that they go all the way back to 1775, during the American Revolution when the Marine Corps was founded as Continental Marines.

Joseph Starks and three brothers served in WWII. Two returned home.

The younger, Robert James Starks, was the last Marine killed on Okinawa. Joe’s son, Bob, said: “They were taking over the Shuri Castle and my uncle took a bullet to the heart. The Bible in his left pocket bears the hole.” He faked his age and had already served two years, though he was only 17-years-old. The story goes that his mother had just put another Bible in the mail to him… one with an inserted steel plate that, had it arrived earlier, might have been able to stop the bullet.

In 1957, a young lady Marine, Linda Hall (a coal miner’s daughter from West Virginia who had just completed her service in the Corps), became the bride of fellow Marine, Joseph Starks, in a memorable full dress wedding ceremony at Parris Island, South Carolina.

The Marines went all out in their dress blues and the little ring bearer was dressed in a Marine Corps uniform of his own. It was a beautiful beginning for the happy couple as they walked under the crossed swords. What a celebration!

For the next 15 years, Joe continued in the Marine Corps while he and Linda raised a family of four boys and a girl.

Robert James Starks (Bob) said that he and his brother Mark know for sure that 30 or more men and women of their family have been involved in the service of our country for over a century.

Visiting Savannah, Georgia when Bob was 8-years-old, his dad showed him a monument with names of some WWII heroes. Bob said, “There’s my name.” Prominently imprinted on the monument was Robert James Starks, the uncle for whom Bob was named.

In 1972 Joe retired from the Marine Corps but didn’t entirely give up his life of military professionalism and routine.

He began teaching the local R.O.T.C. and for the next six years brought the Rockdale Rifles of Conyers, Georgia to the national championship, ably performing the ‘silent drill.’ Bob, his son,

points with pride to that time in his life as a member of that national champion drill team! Soon after, Bob joined the Marine Corps and spent the next 10 years in service of our country.

When Bob walks into a room, you have the feeling he is still a Marine for his standard daily apparel may be cam-

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Bob says that jarheads is in reference to the dress covers that fit snugly on their heads. “They need to be correctly placed, twisted on like putting a lid on a jar.”

What about leathernecks? “Leathernecks go back to the beginning of the Corps when they were outfitted with leather collars for protection of their necks against swords aimed for the neck.”

Mark was a Marine for 3 years, stationed in Hawaii. He is now a caregiver, living in Ormond Beach. His constant companion is his dog, Ginger, Bob is still fighting… only now his adversaries are the bears in Ocala Forest who find their way over his fence and onto his property. When we last spoke, Bob was headed out to his back yard with a pitchfork to clean up the trash the bears had strewn everywhere.

The Starks family has always lived and worked happily together and have proudly served our country as their time came. They avoided pitfalls that many families now have to contend with.

Bob said, “I always tried to emulate my Dad and follow in his footsteps.”

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What’s Happening Around Town…

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High Performance Travel welcomes you to a travel expo on Wed., Dec. 7 from 9:30–11 A.M. at the Daytona Beach Municipal Golf Course Club House Restaurant. Hear cruise tips and advice from featured guest speaker, Ted Knight with Princess Cruise Line. Receive tips on making your travel more enjoyable.

The seminar is free and breakfast is on your own. For more information and to RSVP, call 386-252-4423.

The Volunteers of Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center, 301 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Daytona Beach, invite you to celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a Light Of Love on Dec. 5 at 6 P.M. For $5 a light will be placed on the Light Of Love tree in honor or memory of your friends or loved ones. Those you honor or their family members will receive a note letting them know you have thought of them in this special way.

Complimentary valet is available. Light refreshments will follow the ceremony.

Call 386-231-3059 for details.

On Saturday, November 12 a special musical presentation, Made In America, by the Daytona Beach Concert Band will be at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 North US 1 at 3 P.M. and will stir feelings of patriotism with toe-tapping tunes and military salutes.

Come on out and show support for the many military veterans and their families in our community. Tickets to the event are $10 per person for general admission.

The box office will be open two hours prior to show time.

Caregiver Meeting

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You are invited to the most unique and informative meeting for caregivers on Friday, Nov. 18 at 1:30 P.M. at Sanborn Activities Center, 751 S. Alabama Ave., DeLand. The meeting, host by Grand Villa Senior Living Community, will have an expert senior resource panel there to answer all your questions. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

RSVP to 386-868-0723.

Nick DeJulio with Great American Insurance & Investments, 1930 W. Granada Blvd., Ste. 10, Ormond Beach offers a variety of free classes. On Tues., Nov. 15 at 11 A.M. is: Retirement Income, Coping With Falling Interest Rates, and Protecting Your Assets Without Long Care Term Insurance; and on Tues., Nov. 29 at 11 A.M. is: IRA/401K Updates, Reducing Tax On Your IRA’s, Multi-Generational IRA, and Protecting Assets In A Turbulent Market.

Attend the class and receive a $10 gift card to Gourmet Kitchen. RSVP by calling, 386-671-9183.

Respite Program Are you a primary caregiver for a loved one diagnosed with dementia?

The Council on Aging (COA) offers primary caregivers of persons with early to mid-stage dementia, 60 years of age and older, a break from caregiving while their loved one participates in a therapeutic program with social and recreational activities from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. For those who meet criteria, program costs are covered by a grant. Caregiver support groups are also offered. Call the COA at 386-253-4700, ext. 204 for details, locations, and programs throughout Volusia County.

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Do you know the true answers to questions about long-term care costs?

You are invited to a free informational workshop on government benefits and planning for payment of long-term care presented by Scott Selis of The Chiumento-Selis-Dwyer Attorneys At Law at 2 P.M. on Dec. 13 in Daytona Beach and Dec. 14 in Palm Coast. Seating is limited and reservations are strongly suggested.

Call 386-868-5337 to RSVP.

Do you have missing teeth or ill-fitting dentures? Come find out if dental implants are right for you. Questions about the cost and how the implant surgery is done will be answered, plus much more. The seminar is scheduled for Tues., Nov. 15 at 4 P.M at the office of Florida Oral & Facial Surgical Associates in Palm Coast. RSVP today by calling 386-437-6885.

Lunch Bunch

Come learn about trips that are easy, affordable, and fun while enjoying the next Vivo Tours Luncheon at the Port Orange Steakhouse on Dec. 17 at 12 NOON . The luncheons are always a fun time with tour give-a-ways, travel tips, travel partners, and more. To learn more or RSVP for lunch, call 888-316-7177.

Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona host Lunch Bunch every Thurs. at 12 NOON. Just $4 gets you lunch and bingo with non-monetary prizes. Reservations are required by noon the Tuesday prior. Call the church at 386-767-6542.

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Lutherans Weigh In

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Lutheran congregations are participating in a food collection project to restock food pantry shelves in Volusia and Flagler counties. You can participate by donating canned goods to any Lutheran Church in your area now through Dec. 8.

The church that collects the most food will win $500 worth of food for a pantry in their area. For information, please call 386-672-9033. In South Daytona, drop your food donations off at Holy Cross Lutheran, 724 Big Tree Road from 9 A.M.–12 NOON.

Ken Cornell, a counselor with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs, will present Medicare 101 at 1 P.M., Wednesday, Nov. 16, at the Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 E. Magnolia Ave. This free program’s goal is to help seniors understand and receive the coverage they need through Medicare, Medicaid, prescription assistance, and long-term care planning and insurance.

Private counseling sessions for those whoneeditwillbeavailable.Fordetails call, 386-257-6036, ext. 6167.

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Veteran’s Day Celebration

The Roosevelts William and Sue Wills will perform the story of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt at 2 P.M. Thursday, Nov. 17 at the Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St. This is part of the couple’s Presidents And Their First Ladies series, which has brought to life the stories of 32 presidential couples. The veteran actors have operated their own theater company for more than 20 years and have appeared across the country.

The free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For more information, please call 386-676-4191.

Support Groups Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experiences, strength, and hope. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees. Please call toll free, 888756-2930 for more information.

Parkinson’s Support There is a Parkinson’s Support Group in Flagler County. They will meet the first Sunday of every other month at 3 P.M. at Florida Hospital—Flagler. For more information and meeting dates, call 386-445-3371.

Perk Up For Fall

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any people seem to feel a little let down during this time of year. Summers’ busy, active times are gone and it’s time to settle down into a more mundane lifestyle. Children and grandchildren are getting back into their busy school routines and you may be feeling a bit left out. Maybe you want to become involved in some of your own activities and friendships that will fill your days and put joy into your life.

Always remember: Many life circumstances may be out of your control, but you can control your thoughts about what’s happening in your life. Your thoughts create your reality. Here are a few suggestions to brighten your spirits. Give one or several a try!

Get a massage. If you can’t afford one, see if you can trade massages with a partner or a friend.

Go to a movie alone. Treat yourself to a big box of popcorn and a soda.

Get lost in the story.

Can’t get away from the house? Have a movie marathon. Rent a video and have your popcorn in privacy.

Get a manicure and pedicure. Go ahead—pamper yourself!

Change your hair color, get a new hair style. It’s a great attitude booster!

Nothing picks up the spirit like a belly laugh. Watch funny movies, look through old photos and reminisce, talk to an old friend, read the comics in the newspaper.

Eat something decadent—if your health permits.

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Go to a play, a concert, or a museum.

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Call a friend you haven’t spoken with in years. You just might rediscover your friendship.

Make a new friend.

You might think up some additional attitude boosters that will help improve your out look on life. Make the most of these cooler, less humid days and get out and enjoy life! ST Kathy M. Bryant is with the Volusia County Extension Office. For further information, call 386-822-5778. All Extension Service programs and information are free and open to the public regardless of race, color, sex, disability, religion, or national origin.

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Ya Gotta Love The ‘Aginers’

by George Goldtrap

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hat on earth is an ‘aginer’ you might ask? I’ll begin with an example. If you could buy a ticket to Heaven, the ‘aginers’ would complain about the price. ‘Aginers’ are against things, (‘agin’ is the old southern term), anything… it really does not matter what. They are ‘agin it.’ They move in a maze of negative space… or as Zig Ziglar would say… “stinkin’ thinkin.’’

If there is an old building in town and the owner plans to demolish it and put up a newer, more profitable building, the ‘aginers’ are ‘agin’ it. ‘It is a historic building they cry’! They don’t own it, maintain it, or pay any taxes on it, but they want to control it. Note: Not every old building is historic. If Tom Jefferson died there, or Abe Lincoln was born there, maybe, (just maybe) it is historic… but if it was the old neighborhood Five & Dime, it is not historic.

‘That’s just your opinion’ they will cry… and they’d be exactly right… and the same is true in reverse. If I do not think MY building historic enough to save, but you think it is, that is just your opinion. In a free society, (remember freedom?), the deciding factor is the owner, the taxpayer, and the Constitution. (Remember the Constitution?) If you think a developer is wrong, offer to buy the building and in a free market he, the owner, sells for profit or he can do with/without it as it pleases him. It is not now, and never has been, your right, or government’s right just to call it historic and take it. This is especially true when it comes to public domain purely for aesthetics or civic improvements for a bigger tax base. That is called stealing… the Supreme Court notwithstanding.

The ‘aginers’ operate from an almost endless baseline of logic. They are ‘agin’ a new road because it will ‘generate’ more traffic. They are ‘agin’ a new store because ‘they don’t want it in their neighborhood. They are ‘agin’ the circus because it teaches animals to do tricks. They are ‘agin’ hamburgers because they are not good for us. They are ‘agin’ change because it is change. Never mind that it is none of their business… never mind that they don’t have a penny invested… never mind that their ideas stall the economy, blocking cures for disease, and impeding progress of mankind. Never mind any of that… they are ‘agin’ it.

Want to cut a messy or dangerous tree in your yard? They are ‘agin’ it and want you to have a permit from the non-owners of your land. Want to have another child?

They are ‘agin’ it because of alleged overpopulation. Want to relocate to the suburbs?

Can’t do that. We need to preserve farm land to raise cows that we can’t eat… or to raise fuel for our cars, (which ruins the motor), so we can pay more for gasoline. Want to cut your grass or blow your leaves away?

No! No! No! They are ‘agin’ it because it is noisy. Want to light the highway for safety?

Absolutely not. Turtles might confuse those

lights for the moon. Are turtles, (which are far older than mankind), really that stupid?

The list is almost as endless as the logic of the ‘aginers’. When Thomas Edison wanted to end darkness with electricity, the ‘aginers’ were opposed to it because someone might get electrocuted. Never mind that people were lighting cedar trees at Christmas time with candles and fires were burning down their houses in the process, or that gas lighting was far more dangerous.

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Zoners… the epitome of ‘aginers,’ are protesting. Too big, too little, too far away, too close, too many, too few, too tall, too short, can’t be done, never been done, shouldn’t be done, might kill a bug, might, might, might! They’re ‘agin it’! I once worked on a zoning board with a lady who opposed two story houses because they were ‘ugly’!

Negative thinkers spend most of their life stopping things… getting in the way… holding back progress. Just look what they have done and are doing to a great free economy and a nation of free people. They have brought the free market to its knees, almost killed educational progress, and absolutely reversed it… driven profits off shore, and their greatest offense… endangered the very freedom that made America great and the envy of the world.

If the ‘aginers’ were not so entertaining I’d be against them… but the truth is they are funny. I laugh when I hear them say that we are running out of fuel, air, food, or space. Yet we supplied the very education and educators that taught them this.

Beware of aginers, rule makers, negative thinkers, and people that want to control every aspect of your life. Beware of the elimination of judgment, and remember, Tom Jefferson’s admonition that every rule necessitates the elimination of a freedom…

NO exception. Control of anything generates shortages of possibly everything. You can’t, we can’t, is a dangerous attitude that opposes freedom and progress. It stifles initiative, invention, and risk taking. Be ‘for’ something instead of ‘agin’ everything.

Positive thinking takes effort, deliberate and conscious effort and some of us seem never to learn it or anything about it. Fear strangles possibility. Fear learning to swim?

The consequences could be drowning. Fear risk? The consequences could be poverty or dependency? Free freedom… the consequences are slavery.

Remember America is the land of the free… because of the brave! Don’t be an ‘aginer’! ST

George and Peggy Goldtrap are both actors, speakers, and writers living in Ormond By The Sea. Contact them at geo rgegoldtrap@gmail.com

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Do You Know the

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Great American Smokeout Special to Seniors Today

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lorida Hospital Memorial Medical Center and Florida Hospital Flager are supporting the American Cancer Society's 36th Annual Great American Smokeout on Thursday, November 17 through a free community event, which will include carbon monoxide screenings, a presentation about quitting smoking, information about free smoking cessation programs at the hospital, free turkey subs, Lung Cancer Screenings, and helpful instructions on how to access online counseling and even free nicotine replacement products.

The events are designed for current smokers who are considering quitting and for those who have family members or loved ones who smoke and are unsure of how to help.

A morning session will be held from 9 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center, located at 305 Memorial Medical Parkway, Medical Office Building Classrooms, in Daytona Beach and will also include a light breakfast.

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The events are free and open to the public, but registration is required. Call 386-231-2229 to register.

If you need an incentive to help you kick your smoking habit, maybe a turkey sandwich will help! Residents who pledge to quit smoking cold turkey at Florida Hospital Flagler’s Café on Thursday, November 17 from 11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. will receive a free turkey sub.

A respiratory therapist will be onsite to answer questions about the risks of smoking and the benefits of being smoke free. For more information, call 386586-4565.

Additionally, Florida Hospital Flagler is offering a limited-time Lung Cancer Screening (Chest CT) for those who are at high risk. For a fee of $200, heavy smokers or ex-smokers over the age of 50 can get peace of mind and determine if their lungs are healthy. To be eligible, you must be between the ages of 50 and 64, and have been a pack-aday smoker for at least 30 years. Other requirements apply; please call 386586-4273 for full details or if you wish to make an appointment. ST

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Third Annual Christmas On Canal St. Special to Seniors Today

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park the Spirit kicks off Christmas on Canal Street with a tree lighting ceremony, judging for store front displays (winners receive cash prizes—grand prize $500), and live entertainment in this storybook life by the sea on Friday, November 25.

Bring your chair, and take part in a candlelight presentation that everyone will enjoy. Stores and restaurants will be open late, so patrons will be able to shop in addition to enjoying the festivities.

Local choirs and chorus members, will bring the spirit of the holiday to Christmas Park (corner of Live Oak and Canal). Stop in at Santa's Place, and watch the children's eyes light up when they see all of the holiday decorations and Santa, too. The Little Theatre of New Smyrna Beach will have holiday characters on the street for all COCS events. Kettle Korn will be popping, live music will get people dancing, and visitors shopping. To make the weekend complete, there will be Horse and Carriage rides Friday, 6 P.M.–9 P.M. and Saturday, 10 A.M.–3 P.M. On Saturday, November 26 visit Canal St. for Coastal Christmas Market, 9 A.M.–4 P.M. Get a head start on your holiday

Welcomes Dr. Margo King, Ph.D, DN, BS, MS shopping and decorating at the Coastal Christmas Market, Merchant Open House, and Farmer’s Market… a perfect opportunity to stay local and shop local. There will be gifts and activities for the young and the young at heart!

Take your holiday greeting card photo in front of the Coastal Christmas Mural (artist—Cathy Berse) which will be stationed in Christmas Park. Kids will love The Party Train Express, a unique trackless train that will travel up and down Canal Street from 11 A.M. – 2 P.M. transporting up to 15 kids at a time.

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Veteran’s Post Getting Medical Test Results From The VA

by Freddie Groves

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hen you see a doctor and he or she orders tests, you need to know what those results are. If they are normal, you can relax. If there is a problem, you need to know that as well so there can be a follow up.

Either way, you expect a call.

Back in 2002, the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of the Inspector General issued a report with recommendations for handling the communication of abnormal test results.

A recent inspection to check on the management of test results looked at three areas to see if further improvement is necessary: 1) Whether the written policies effectively cover the communication of critical test results for radiology, lab and pathology; 2) whether practitioners notify patients of critical test results within the correct time frame; and 3) whether practitioners notify patients of normal test results.

The recent inspection and report, Management Of Test Results In Veterans Health Administration Facilities,

checked outpatient test results at 25 VHA facilities.

Here are some of the findings: Patients not informed (at all) of critical lab results: 4 percent; of critical radiology results: 11 percent.

Patients not informed within the required time frame of critical radiology results: 10 percent; of critical pathology results: 12 percent.

Patients not informed (at all) of normal pathology results: 45 percent.

When you're getting medical care, you need to be proactive. When a doctor orders tests, write down what those tests are for. Starting at the 72-hour mark after the tests are done, call your doctor and leave a message, saying that you'd like the results of your tests. The reason: The results of most tests will be completed by then. ST

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Gout: The King Of Diseases And The Disease Of Kings

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out is caused by the deposit of uric acid crystals in the joints, resulting in severe swelling and pain. This disease mostly affects men between the ages of 30 and 45 and women between 55 and 70. Gout is commonly seen in people who are obese and suffer from diabetes or hyperlipidemia.

Uric acid, a substance from the breakdown of purine from food or our own body, usually dissolves in our blood, passing through the kidneys, and then excreted though urine. However, if the body produces more uric acid than the kidneys can excrete, the uric acid can accumulate in the joints and kidneys.

When uric acid builds up in our joints, creating urate crystals, it can trigger intense swelling and pain.

This process can occur in almost any joint such as ankles, knees, or elbows.

However the big toe is usually the first one to be affected. A gout attack is normally very sudden and is triggered by fluctuations in serum uric acid, produced by excessive intake of certain foods and alcohol, trauma, or diuretic therapy. A person can go to bed feeling fine and wake up with an excruciating painful, hot, and swollen big toe.

Between attacks, the patient can feel

perfectly fine. However, attacks can recur in several months to several years.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and corticosteroids are very effective for acute gout attacks.

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Another drug used in treating gout is Colchicine. Its use is limited because of GI side effects. If you are taking Allopurinol or Uloric, these should not be changed during gout attack as they could also affect your serum uric acid level.

The best method to help reduce your risk of subsequent gout attacks is to reduce uric acid in the blood. Allopeurinol and Uloric are both powerful drugs to reduce uric acid production.

Lifestyle change, maintaining a sensible weight and eating habit are essential. Foods with high purine should be avoided. Alcohol consumption also must be limited. Not only will this help reduce gout attacks, but it will also help you fight against hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol.

For more information, please call 386-676-0307.

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Dec. 10 • Disney Lobbies Tour W/Dinner Included at Hyatt Grand Cypress Resort. $79.

Dec. 17 • Chocolate Factory (Make Your Own Holiday Treats) & Christmas Lights Tour of Winter Park! $65.

Jan. 12 • Solomon’s Castle w/lunch at Boat on the Moat. $79.

Jan. 17 • Tour to Jacksonville: Federal Reserve Bank and Maxwell House Coffee. $65.

Jan. 17 • Orange County Regional History Center (Orlando) & Leu Gardens w/lunch. $79.

Jan. 25-26 • Golden Gulf Coast: Venice & Sarasota Warm Mineral Springs & Ringling Museum. $228.

Feb. 3 • Jacksonville, Federal Reserve Bank & Maxwell House Coffee. $75.

Feb. 9 • Women's Garden Tea at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort.

Tupperware Headquarters, shopping & Town of Celebration. $82.

Feb. 15 • Kennedy Space Center's new (and for a limited time only) VAB Tour. View launch control room, crew quarters, launch pads, inside world's largest building where shuttle is prepared & more! $119.

Our Next Vivo Tours Luncheon is at the Port Orange Steakhouse, Dec 17th, noon. Please call us to reserve your space!

We always have a fun time! Tour give-a-ways, travel tips, travel partners, & more!

You’re invited to the most unique and informative meeting for caregivers

Friday, November 18 1:30 pm at Sanborn Activities Center Lawn Bowling Room, 751 S. Alabama Ave., Deland.

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Finding Balance In The Battle Against Vertigo If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from spells of dizziness, you may now take a sigh of relief. A new procedure called canalith repositioning conducted at the Center for Dizziness, Balance & Motion Sickness will eliminate this problem in 85% of patients. The medical term for this condition is Benign Positional Vertigo; it can cause people to feel nausea, lose their balance, and prevent simple normal activities from being accomplished.

At the Center for Dizziness, Balance & Hearing Loss, Dr. Jay Katz has been helping people lead productive and normal lives again without the use of any drugs. One patient states, “Don’t ask me what he did, even my husband was watching and even isn’t sure, but it’s wonderful.”

A graduate of Georgetown University Medical School, Dr. Katz trained in Otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, and conducted extensive research on motion sickness at the University of Miami Dizziness and Balance Center.

By far, the most common cause of vertigo in people over 65 is benign positional dizziness that occurs while the person is bending over, looking up, and lying down, Katz explained. It has been reported that balance related falls account for more than one-half of the accidental deaths among the elderly.”

To diagnose the patient’s dizziness and balance condition, Dr. Katz conducts a thorough office examination. The balance system in the inner ear involves a tiny set of three semicircular canals, tubes of fluids shaped a bit like a scissors handle. The utricle is lined with nerve filaments, beneath a sticky pad of crystals. During the normal aging process the gravity-sensing crystals, called otoliths, are released from the utricle and work their way into the semicircular canal, where they float in fluid, head movements cause the otoliths to stimulate nerve endings, which results in vertigo, explains Dr. Katz. Once other causes of dizziness have been eliminated, he can proceed immediately with canalith repositioning.

The condition is treated by a simple in-office maneuver where the patient’s head is tilted in several positions in such a way as to remove this debris from the fluid in the inner ear, Katz states.

Canalith repositioning is a highly effective treatment and can be easily repeated if dizziness returns or is not completely eliminated the first time. While little known, this procedure is fully covered by Medicare and other types of insurance.

Dr. Katz also treats people with balance problems. Way too often, people are told “you’re getting older, what do you expect?” But it is not a normal part of aging to lose your balance, Katz said.

Certain antibiotics or viral infections can damage the balance nerves leaving individuals with an insecure feeling when walking, especially when stepping off a curb, walking on an uneven surface like pebbles or lawns and walking in the dark. When balance problems arise, Katz said, people have a tendency to restrict their activity and then the brain doesn’t get enough stimulation to learn how to compensate for the injury.

Vestibular Rehabilitation and Balance Retraining (which is performed in our office) is very effective in restoring balance by a process of adaptation and compensation.

Dr. Katz also treats people with Meniere’s disease that is characterized by episodes of vertigo that last anywhere from 15 minutes to 24 hours and is also associated with hearing loss and ringing in the ears.

For more information on the treatment of dizziness or balance, or to make an appointment, please call DR. JAY KATZ at the Center For Dizziness & Balance at (386)864-5910.

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Don’t Leave The Engine Running

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hen you are running errands around town some people have thought that leaving a car running in the parking lot of a store while going inside just for a minute is okay. Unfortunately, many people who have done exactly that lost their cars to opportunistic thieves. That brief stop-over is all the time a car thief needs to jump inside and drive away. In an effort to make citizens aware of this problem, my deputies do enforce a Florida law that prohibits anyone to leave a motor vehicle unattended with the engine running.

There are hundreds of vehicle thefts and car burglaries experienced here in Volusia County. Our deputies are doing everything possible to stop preventable crimes, but we need your help. Leaving a car running is like an invitation to a thief. A little bit of crime prevention and personal safety go a long way towards deterring thieves. Turning off the engine and removing the keys not only helps prevent thefts, but it’s the law.

When it comes to enforcing traffic laws, deputies are authorized to exercise discretion. That means violations sometimes result in warnings rather than tickets. With 376 vehicle thefts reported in the Sheriff’s Office’s jurisdiction during calendar year 2010, deputies have been instructed to be vigilant in watching for unattended vehicles with the keys in the ignition. Particular emphasis is placed on convenience store and gas station parking lots, where motorists are known to dash into a store and leave their engine running.

Beside car thefts, car break-ins are also common. In just the month of July, deputies took 121 reports about items stolen from citizen’s parked vehicles. In many cases the vehicles were left unlocked and thieves simply helped themselves. This is a preventable crime,

and I urge you to take a few simple measures to secure your vehicle and make life much more difficult for thieves.

From The Sheriff

…Volusia County Sheriff Ben Johnson

Lock your car doors. As simple as this tip sounds, it’s surprising how often items are stolen from unlocked cars. If a thief is looking at two vehicles, one locked and the other unlocked, the thief will routinely choose the unlocked car. Windows should also be rolled up all the way to prevent thieves from simply reaching inside the car.

Don’t leave anything of value in your car. Leaving your purse, wallet, or even your golf clubs in plain sight can be an open invitation. If you must leave personal items in your car, secure them in the trunk and out of sight.

Use safety features if you have them.

Activate your car alarm, remove stereo faceplates, and use a steering wheel locking device.

Park in a well-lit and secure area that is visible to others. Thieves break into cars parked in a dark, secluded area and will avoid well-lit areas if possible.

Report any crime as well as suspicious behavior. When you see strange persons or vehicles in your neighborhood, call local law enforcement and tell your neighbors. This element of citizen participation is important to successful crime solving. Call your local law enforcement agency to file a report about any break-in. Don’t think that the crime is too minor or that the culprit will never be caught. Deputies need to be aware of all the thefts in the area in order to establish a possible pattern or collect evidence that could be crucial to solving cases and putting crooks behind bars where they belong. ST

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Surgery Fun!

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y brother Eddie called me a few weeks ago and told me he was going to have a hernia operation.

He had the surgery this week and is doing fine; actually, he is doing real well. I’ve always been a little jealous of Eddie about stuff like that. He seems to just breeze through surgeries without a hitch.

This is his second hernia operation. I have had one and, believe it or not, my son Bob had one several years ago. It is a Spires’genetic fault and I wish it were the only one.

Eddie was up and going the next day after his surgery with only a slight bit of pain and actually took his dogs for a walk after coming home from the operation (outpatient surgery).

Back in 1958 or so, Eddie and I were put in the hospital—to have our tonsils out.

Both of us had regular colds and sore throats and back then the routine treatment was to have your tonsils out.

To get us prepared for the big day the technique used to lessen our fears was that after the surgery we could have all of the ice cream we could eat. Now we had ice cream at our house pretty regularly, but the opportunity to have an unlimited supply certainly was worth a trip to the hospital and a little simple surgery.

Our cousin Christine Wright, a nurse, had promised to be in the operating room with us the whole time. Between the ice cream and Christine being there we actually thought this was not such a bad deal.

I can remember quite well the day we went to the hospital. Eddie and I were dressed in our best clothes. I can even remember the long slow ride in the elevator.

Eddie and I were in the same room. Neither of us liked the idea of changing into those backless gowns they gave us to wear.

Eddie was not the sort to sit still for long and even the promise of all the ice cream you can eat was wearing thin by the time they were ready in the surgery room.

Christine was one of the older cousins that you may remember I’ve written about in the past, and had a son, Mike, who is my age.

It was decided that Eddie would go first and I would go second. Christine walked with Eddie on the stretcher and I watched them go out the door.

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The idea had been to get him under the anesthesia as quickly as possible. I’m sure by that point if they had not taken him first, the whole hospital staff would have been involved in chasing him down.

Winding Roads …by Byron Spires

Although I was a little drowsy at the time, I still remember Christine being with me when they took me to the operating room. I was moved over onto the operating table and someone from behind my head placed a mask over my mouth and nose.

I had Christine’s hand in a death grip and started calling for my mother. They finally calmed me down enough and I heard the person behind my head ask me if I would count for them. I told them yes, and the last thing I remember was saying “one.”

It seemed like only a few minutes and I was waking up back in the room. Both my parents were there along with Christine and another nurse.

I could see Eddie sitting up in the center of his bed with a huge bowl of ice cream.

As for me, I was hanging over the side of my bed throwing my guts up. I was so sick, even as young as I was at the time, I thought I was going to die. Not only had they taken my tonsils out, but my adenoids as well.

Even with all of the crying and throwing up I was doing, Eddie just kept on eating that ice cream. It would be almost a week before I could take solid food and, finally, a bowl of ice cream.

As for Eddie, he held our parents to the ice cream deal and every day I watched him eat bowl after bowl of the stuff.

There is one more thing about that experience. My relatives came and visited Eddie and me after the surgery and Christine helped my mother nurse us back to our old selves.

Of course, everybody got a bowl of ice cream, especially since we had so much extra that I could not eat. ST You can contact Byron Spires via e-mail at windingroads@netzero.com or check out his blog at byronspires.word press.com

ou are cordially invited to join our new travel club. We have many outstanding trips and tips for our members. Our primary focus will be on groups, but we will do customized trips for individuals as well.

We have scheduled nine meetings throughout the year. During these meetings we will discuss all the fantastic trips that we have planned for the upcoming year, have guest speakers, and discuss trips that are exciting as well as affordable.

There is not a membership fee to join and you will receive a quarterly newsletter. We will be offering: Cruises • Land Tours • All-Inclusive Resorts • Airline Tickets • Day Trips

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King’s Crossword

Dec. 14 • Lights And Lobbies • $63 per person. We will visit the beautifully decorated Gaylord Palms. Strolling through this winter wonderland and feasting at the Villa de Flora—a belly good place, then visit three more lobbies.

Jan. 18 • Les Miserables • Bob Carr Theater Orlando • $89 per person. Dinner on our own at Winter Park prior to 8 pm show. Driver gratuity included. Only 8 Seats Remaining.

Feb. 13, 2012 • Royal Caribbean, Jewel Of The Seas • 5 Night Western Caribbean leaving Tampa from $429 per person. $50 onboard credit. Visit Cozumel and Costa Maya.

Feb. 17, 2012 • Holland America Zuiderdam • Panama Canal. Round trip—Ft. Lauderdale—from $1,299 p/p. 10 nights. Includes $75 shipboard credit per cabin.

Jun. 2, 2012 • Princess Alaska Cruise Tour • 12 Nights from $1,798. The Best of Alaska. Book Soon. Alaska Sells Out Early.

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Dec. 2, 2012 • RCCL Allure • 7 night W. Caribbean from Ft. Lauderdale on our annual pre-holiday cruise from $779 per person. First 20 cabins to book receive $50 credit.

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Q: I have a Singer sewing machine that appears to be one of the first factory models made. I was once offered $400 for it when I took it in for minor repairs.

Can you tell me what's it is worth, and where I can sell it if I choose?

—Loraine, Brooklyn, NY A: I examined the pictures you sent and suspect your sewing machine was made during the early years of the past century. It has obvious wear and might retail for about $200. I was at an auction several months ago and saw a Singer Model No. 9W1, circa 1905, encased in a tiger oak cabinet with all its attachments sell for $350. *** Q: I have a Staffordshire ceramic figurine of a spaniel dog that I would like to have appraised. Can you help me?

—Bill, Albuquerque, NM A: First, let's review a little information about Staffordshire pottery. The company was founded in England's Staffordshire district during the 17th century and continues with its production work to the present. The company

gained an international reputation for its ornamental pieces. The height of production occurred during the Victorianera. Many of the earlier pieces of Staffordshire are considered folk art.

To determine the value of your ceramic spaniel, you should hire the services of a professional appraiser. Two established appraisers in Albuquerque are Suzanne Staley, 505-738-1118; and Phyllis Thunborg, 505-898- 0863.

You can find appraisers listed in the business pages of the phone book of most cities. Make certain that the appraiser you contact appraises personal property, not real estate. ST

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Light of Love The Volunteers of Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center Auxiliary invite you to celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a

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Honor a friend or loved one this holiday season with a Light of Love Christmas is a very special time—a time to remember and honor our friends and loved ones. The Auxiliary offers you a unique way to share your love and friendship during the holidays.

For a minimum contribution of $5, a light will be placed on the Light of Love tree as a tribute of your friend or loved one. Your gift of $100 will ensure that his/her light appears annually. The tree will be prominently displayed in the hospital lobby for all to enjoy its beauty and recognize its significance. A tribute book listing all those being remembered will be near the tree.

You are invited to join us for the tree lighting ceremony at 6:00 p.m., Monday, December 5, 2011, in the main lobby of the hospital. Complimentary valet parking is available. Light refreshments will follow the ceremony.

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Section B November 11, 2011 Proper Dog Training Is Important arlier this month, you may have heard or read about a very interesting story right here in our backyard. In South Daytona, a woman’s dogs chased down a suspected burglar who stole her jewelry, allowing police to catch and arrest the man. This was a perfect example of how a well-trained guard dog can protect its owner and their property, keeping everyone safe. It is important to remember, however, that a dog that is improperly trained to be a protec-

tion dog can cause far more harm than good. When training a guard dog, one should always seek the assistance of an expert in the field.

There is a huge difference between a highly trained protection dog and one that is fearful and aggressive. A protection dog should be friendly to people and other dogs when there is no reason for their owner to feel threatened. These dogs tend to be easy-going, non-reactive, and highly socialized. On the other hand, improperly trained dogs that are

constantly suspicious of strangers are often operating on fear. This is a dangerous situation, as a fearful dog can behave unpredictably, and could bite a harmless person. Remember, owners are responsible for their dog’s actions!

At Halifax Humane Society, we are always happy to hear stories of animals helping people and keeping them safe, such as the one from earlier this month.

However, it is important to understand the level of training a protection dog needs, and the commitment the owner must

make to the process. Please make sure that if you do decide to train a protection dog for your house or property, you work with the certified professionals that are experts in this field. ST

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Tucker is a curious boy. Take him for long, quiet walks.

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Chicken Soup For The S oul Retired Teacher Turns Author Chicken Soup for the Soul: Inspirations for the Young at Heart

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ositive-thinking gurus declare: “It's never too late to start living your life. Believe in yourself and your special dreams.”

So, after retiring from teaching kindergarten through third grade, I decided to pursue my dream of becoming a published children's book author.

I signed up for a university class, Writing Picture Books, taught by an award-winning author, and soon realized that writing for children isn't as easy as it looks. I had a lot to learn!

Next, I joined a critique group with several published children's book authors. They gently pointed out flaws galore in my writing and storytelling.

One member told me how her writing improved after attending the week-long Highlights Foundation Workshop for Children's Writers and Illustrators in Chautauqua, New York.

“Sounds wonderful,” I said. “But I can't afford plane tickets from Arizona to New York, much less the tuition.”

“They offer scholarships,” she said.

“It couldn't hurt to try for one.”

“At my age?” I told myself the worst that could happen was that my application would be denied. So I applied.

And miracle of miracles, at age 60, I was awarded a scholarship that paid my airfare and most of the tuition!

My week in Chautauqua was hectic but heavenly. I gathered valuable writing advice from editors, authors, and fellow writers, some even older than me. Perhaps equally important, I learned that age isn't a barrier unless you let it be.

Spend your senior years doing what you've always wanted to do. Pursue your dreams. The years will fly by. You'll have fun, and you might even earn a little extra income. I've sold articles, stories, and poems. I realized my dream.

I'm a published children's book author, earning royalties from my book. The gurus are right. It is never too late. At age 65 I even won a national writing contest! ST Visit the Chicken Soup For The Soul website: www.chickensoup.com

Treatment Options For Tennis Elbow

by Jack Verhees, P.T. What is tennis elbow? Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is the most common injury in patients seeking medical attention with the complaint of elbow pain.

The muscle group involved, the wrist extensors, function to raise the hand up.

Specifically one of those muscles, the extensor carpi radialis brevis, has been implicated in causing the symptoms of tennis elbow.

What are the symptoms of tennis elbow?

Patients with tennis elbow syndrome experience pain on the outside of the elbow that is worsened by grasping objects and cocking back the wrist.

The pain associated with tennis elbow usually has a gradual onset, but at times may also come on suddenly. Anyone can be affected. Tennis elbow is most commonly seen in people who use their hands a lot, so therefore not only tennis players (hence the term tennis elbow), but also manual laborers, secretaries, or cashiers can be affected.

This chronic overuse of these muscles that control the hands results in muscle guarding and muscle tightness, which will impede the blood flow, and therefore restricting vital nutrition and oxygen necessary for healing. In turn, this will lead to a vicious circle of even more muscle guarding, tightness and pain, and eventually to chronic degeneration of the tendon causing small tears and ruptures.

Treatment Options Anti-inflammatory medications are often used to help control pain and inflammation.

Another option is a steroid (cortisone) injection, but if a person has tried more than two cortisone injections without relief, it is unlikely that additional injections will benefit the patient.

Acupuncture & Physical Therapy Although surgery may be needed in a small percentage of patients to release the damaged tendon, a more conservative and less invasive treatment option is Physical Therapy.

Acupuncture, physical therapy, manual techniques, soft tissue massage, and modalities like ultra sound to loosen up the muscle tissue to increase the blood flow to the injured area, and thereby starting the healing process and providing access to nutrition and oxygen for the injured area.

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Dear Dr. Donohue: For the past five years I have known that I have aortic stenosis. I have no symptoms and no restrictions on what I do. My doctor says I need no treatment. I'm happy about that. Will I have a shortened life? I'm 55.

—S.B. Answer: Stenosis indicates narrowing. The aortic valve closes when the heart pumps blood out and into the aorta and the entire body. Closure of the valve stops blood from leaking back into the heart. Because the valve and its opening have constricted, the heart has to pump harder to empty itself. That strains the heart, and, in time, leads to heart failure.

Stenosis is relative. Its danger and its consequences depend on how narrow are the opening and valve. Doctors can get an accurate picture of the valve's dimensions through an echocardiogram, a sound wave picture of the heart.

When the valve and its opening reach a critical size, decisions are made.

Often, it's surgery with the installation of an artificial valve.

If a severely narrowed valve goes untreated, three symptoms develop: chest pain on activity (angina), shortness of breath, and fainting spells. Death occurs within three or fewer years unless a new valve is put in place. You might never need a correction if the narrowing process stops.

You might have been born with a valve that had minor defects, which promoted narrowing. Calcifications could have settled on the valve. Or you might have had rheumatic fever as a child, which caused valve deformity.

The booklet on heart-valve disorders gives a comprehensive view on these

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How does my body function without a gallbladder?

—R.C. Answer: Have the surgery. You have had three attacks of gallbladder pain; you're bound to have more. You won't find the surgery as frightening as you imagine. Often, it is done through small incisions with the guidance of a scope.

The body does quite well without a gallbladder. It's a reservoir for bile, which is made in the liver. When a person eats a meal that has fat in it, as most meals do, the gallbladder contracts, sending a jet of bile into the digestive tract to promote fat digestion.

Without a gallbladder for storage, bile drips into the digestive tract on a constant basis; that works out well.

Medicines can dissolve gallstones.

They take a long time to work, and the stones have to be small. Frequently, the stones re-form after medicines are stopped. ST

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ust in time for fall, here's a selection of pet-related books to enjoy on a cold blustery evening. This month's selection features odes to irrepressible dogs, humorous anecdotes, a bit of mystery, and some training advice, of course.

A Pug's Tale by Alison Pace (Penguin Group) is the author's second foray into the wonderful world of pugs—this time in a fictional setting. Heroine Hope McNeill and her beloved pug Max hunt down a priceless painting that's gone missing from New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art. Psychologist and dog expert Stanley Coren pens a loving ode to Flint, his Cairn terrier, in Born to Bark: My Adventures With An Irrepressible And Unforgettable Dog (Free Press). It's also an autobiography of his own journey, with and without pets. Well-written and touching, this is an enjoyable and inspiring read.

All My Patients Kick And Bite is veterinarian Jeff Wells' second memoir about the joys and pains of caring for

farm, domestic, and “not-so-domestic” animals. From an escaped dog to an ornery llama, Wells' anecdotes are humorous looks at caring for animals in a rural area.

Finally, if you're looking for a book that covers the basics of obtaining, training, and raising a puppy, look for The Dog Trainer's Complete Guide To A Happy Well-Behaved Pet (St. Martin's Press). Author Jolanta Bental details everything from choosing a new dog to training and socializing, dealing with common behavior problems, and keeping your dog healthy. Anyone considering getting a dog, especially first-time owners, should have a training and care manual close at hand, and Bental's guide fits the bill. ST

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Fashback Do You Remember?

By Mick Harper

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Questions 1. How many Number 1 hits has Joan Jett had?

2. Dig back for this one: What year did the Kingston Trio release Tom Dooley? What is the song about?

3. Here is a really difficult one: How many minutes long was the 1977 Meat Loaf single Paradise By The Dashboard Light?

4. What was the name the English duo who released A World Without Love in 1964.

5. What was the name of first single that the Eagles released? What was on the flip side?

6. Before Annie Lennox hooked up with David Stewart to form the Eurythmics, they were both members of another band. Which band was that?

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1. Just one—I Love Rock 'n' Roll,in 1982. The song went to the top of the charts in multiple countries, but it the only big single she's had.

2. The year was 1958. Dooley, a Confederate veteran, stabbed and killed his fiancee, and he was hanged for it. The old North Carolina folk song is based on a true story.

3. Nearly 8 minutes (7:55). Right now, Meat Loaf is on the The Guilty Pleasure Tour, with U.S. dates to be announced.

4. Peter and Gordon. The song was written by Paul McCartney, who was dating Peter's sister at the time, and was a Number 1 hit in both America and the United Kingdom.

5. Take It Easy, in 1972. The B-side song was Get You In the Mood.

6. The Tourists; 1977 to 1980. ST

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The 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits that nearly 55 million Social Security beneficiaries receive in January 2012.

Increased payments to more than 8 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 30, 2011.

Some other changes that take effect in January of each year are based on the increase in average wages. Based on that increase, the maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security tax (taxable maximum) will increase to $110,100 from $106,800. Of the

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A work-related situation that started last month takes on increasing importance this week. The choice is still yours but be careful not to make quick judgments.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Careful is the watchword for the prudent Bovine this week. Don't let your emotions overwhelm your logic. Go balance as you maneuver a touchy situation.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your energy levels rise to meet the challenges that will mark much of this month. New opportunities beckon. Proceed cautiously before making any kind of decision.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your private life can be a problem this week, as a partner becomes difficult. Resist a reaction you might regret. Instead of walking away, try to talk things out.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You should be your sunny self these days, as you bask in the admiration you adore.

Enjoy it as you move into a new arena confronting an upcoming challenge.

VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) Your perseverance reserves will be tapped frequently this week as you deal with the problems involved in making a new situation work for you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) You'll find fewer roadblocks turning up as you continue to move ahead with your plans. Expect some important news to come your way by mid-November.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21)You finally get to the bottom of that pesky mystery you've been trying to solve for weeks by using some gentle persuasion to get someone to break their silence.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) The best time to take on that important task is now. Move forward one step at a time so you can assess your progress and, if need be, change direction.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) The new opportunities you hoped to find this month are beginning to open up.

Study them carefully to be sure you make the choice that's best for you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Turn a disappointment into a learning experience. Check out possible weaknesses in your approach and strengthen them.

A loyal colleague offers good advice.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Your new situation offers opportunities to help you get the skills you'll need in order to stop swimming in circles and finally move toward your goals. ST

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Thanks to a simple physical exam and the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test, most prostate cancers can be detected before there are symptoms. If you do get prostate disease, you can harness the power of potent natural medicines to strengthen your body’s ability to heal.

Why wait for a negative diagnosis? Here are steps that men can take to improve their prostate health, today.

Improving Your Diet Reduce fat: Studies suggest a correlation between dietary fat and prostate cancer. You should eat less than 30 percent fat overall and favor unsaturated fats such as olive and canola oils over saturated and trans fats.

Eat organic: Eat a largely organic and vegetarian diet.

Increase fiber: Eat a big green salad every day, breakfast on a bowl of steelcut or slow-cooked oats, and switch to whole grains.

More antioxidants: Include antioxidant-rich foods such as leafy greens, other vegetables, and dark fruits.

Using Natural Supplements Vitamin D: One study found that men with high vitamin D levels have a 45 percent lower risk of aggressive prostate cancer; another study reported that men who have prostate cancer dramatically increase their chances of survival if they have adequate levels of vitamin D. AHCC—Active Hexose Correlated Compound: Studies suggest it helps the body’s own cells identify and kill cancer cells and increases the number of disease-fighting white blood cells.

Derived from the root of hybridized medicinal mushrooms, it’s used in hundreds of cancer clinics including Columbia University.

Lycopene: Lycopene is a nutrient that gives red color to fruits and vegetables. Taking lycopene supplements has been found to slow the growth of tumors in men with prostate cancer.

An association has been found between high lycopene consumption and low risk of prostate cancer.

GCP—Genistein Combined Polysaccharide: Research suggests this fights prostate cancer by reducing blood flow to the tumor, enhancing programmed cell death of cancer cells and increasing the body’s tolerance to chemotherapy and radiation.

Watching For Symptoms See a urologist if you have trouble urinating, decreased force in the urine stream, blood in semen or urine, swollen legs, discomfort in the pelvic area, or bone pain.

Learning More There is more information is available at the NIH National Cancer Institute at www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types /prostate. ST

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The Ghirardelli company, now renowned worldwide for the fine chocolate it produces, originally was a purveyor of mustard and spices.

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Q: Please settle an argument for me.

I feel our heating unit needs to be maintained every year, while my housemate has an attitude of, “If it ain't broke, don't mess with it.” Who's right?

—Jackie L. in Maryland A: While most homeowners don't have their heating (and cooling) systems checked every year they should try to schedule a maintenance checkup at least every other year. A licensed air conditioning and heating professional can check the entire system, including ducting and vents, point out potential trouble spots, and ensure the unit is working efficiently.

Homeowners can do some of their own maintenance to keep the heating system in top shape for winter. Fall is the best time to do this, before you need the heat. Here are some tips: • Change the air filter, even if it is relatively clean and was changed on schedule last winter. When using the heating system replace the filter monthly.

• Open vents and registers, check for debris and vacuum out dust and dirt.

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This not only keeps warm air flowing freely, it helps reduce allergies from dust and pollen.

• Clean the blower and motor housing. Often accessible behind the air filter, make sure these two important parts of the heater are free of dust and dirt.

Wipe with a clean rag. Don't use solvents or harsh chemicals on these parts.

• If your heater is a natural gas unit, make sure the pilot light is working efficiently. Turn the burner control to OFF and wait three minutes for the pilot light assembly to cool. Open the pilot light access panel. Turn the burner control to PILOT and light the pilot light (you may need to depress the control while lighting). The pilot light should relight fairly quickly and burn with a blue flame.

It may not seem like much, but simply inspecting and cleaning the heating unit each year can go a long way toward preventing unexpected repair bills. ST

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