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Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s free flu shot clinic and community toy drive a success Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, in collaboration with the Sugar Land and Fort Bend Exchange Clubs and the Sugar Land Rotary, provided free flu shots to community members who participated in
Santa’s Gift Exchange. The toys and clothing will benefit local children in the Fort Bend area during this holiday season. “We were very pleased to see such a large turn-out on Saturday
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Torsades de pointes (TdP) is a type of arrhythmia that can be life-threatening. Persons with long QT syndrome (LQTS) are at an increased risk of developing TdP. The QT interval is measured on an electrocardiogram (ECG). Torsades de pointes means “twisting of the points”, which refers to the appearance on the ECG during the condition. Long QT syndrome can be caused by genetics, certain types of medications, or low magnesium or low potassium levels. Antiarrhythmic medications (such as quinidine), macrolide antibiotics (such as azithromycin [Zithromax] and clarithromycin [Biaxin]), and certain antipsychotic medications (such as haloperidol [Haldol]) can lead to an increased risk of developing LQTS. Taking multiple medications that prolong the QT interval should be avoided. Signs and symptoms of LQTS may include fainting or seizures. If TdP occurs, any medication that may be causing the condition should be stopped. If low magnesium or potassium is the cause, treat ment should be aimed at restoring normal levels. For persons who are diagnosed with LQTS because of a genetic cause, a beta blocker such as propranolol (Inderal) may be prescribed. A pacemaker may be needed to prevent abnormal heart rhythms.
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morning. It is great to work and live in a community that can come together for a wonderful cause that will benefit the children in our community. We are also proud to once again partner with the local exchange and rotary clubs to provide this community offering and plan to do so again in 2012,” said Leena Taneja, Director of Physician Relations and Marketing. Organizers of Santa’s Gift Exchange 2011 are anticipating an increase of qualifying families due to recent economic downturns. Santa’s Gift Exchange will provide toys and clothing to more than 3,500 economically disadvantaged children in Fort Bend County. “A special thank you to the 350 plus people who attended the free flu shot clinic and Santa’s Exchange event, as more children will now get the presents they deserve,” said Kaelyn Stolhand, Marketing Coordinator at Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. “We are thrilled that Methodist Sugar Land Hospital has once again collaborated with Santa’s Exchange for this very worthwhile project. The outpouring of support and toys from the community through this effort was truly awe inspiring. Through this joint effort, we are well on our way to collecting toys for the underprivileged Fort Bend children that without Santa’s Exchange would not be able to celebrate the holidays,” said Steve Griffith, President of the Exchange Club of Sugar Land. The toy drive will continue through December 14th and Methodist Sugar Land Hospital will remain a site for donations. Please drop off new, unwrapped toys or clothing items to Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Main or Sweetwater lobbies. For more information on Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, visit www.MethodistSugarLand. com or call 281-274-7500 for a physician referral.
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ed to educating and engaging For more information on everyone to take responsibility America Recycles Day, please for the environmental health of visit www.americarecyclesday. our community. Please visit org. Please visit www.ftbendlitLand on Tuesday, November www.kslb.org for more infor- eracy.org, www.wholefoods15, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, mation. market.com, and www.kslb.org. to answer your recycling questions and to collect gently used books for the Literacy Council of Fort Bend County. What may be recycled in your curbside cart? Where can you donate gently used items? Where can you recycle an old cell phone, TV, or computer? What should you do with leftover paint or cooking oil? Please make plans to join us for these answers and recycling tips. Don’t forget to bring gently used books for all ages! Keep Sugar Land Beautiful is a 501c3 non-profit affiliate of Keep America Beautiful and Shown is Weston Ruths, KSLB Youth Advisory Board Member Keep Texas Beautiful dedicat-
Gearing up for Bike the Bend for Literacy! Gear up and hit the road for Bike the Bend 2011 sponsored by Texas Direct Auto. The Literacy Council’s annual bike ride will be held on Sunday, November 20. The community’s participation in this event will help determined adults in Fort Bend County learn to read, speak English and earn their GED. Bike the Bend for Literacy is a BP MS 150 Recommended Ride that starts and finishes at Foster High School in Richmond. Year after year, riders return to enjoy this event that is strategically scheduled for the weekend before Thanksgiving. Along Bike the Bend’s scenic 20, 35 and 63 mile routes through Fort Bend County, riders will enjoy fullystocked rest stops with fresh fruit, chocolate candy, ice cold water and more. Food for the rest stops is being provided by Whole Foods Market. Riders can enjoy post ride refreshments by Bullritos and My Fit Foods. Prior to the ride, chiropractors will be available to help riders. There will be two massage therapists on-site to ease those tense muscles after the ride. Registration for the ride is just $30 until November 17th. Interested participants may register on-line at active.com.
Gobble Hobble 5K Run-WalkPush set for November 19 The Stafford MSD Education Foundation will host its 4th Annual Gobble Hobble Run, Walk, and Push on a Certified 5K Course on Saturday November 19, starting at 8:00 AM. (packet pick up: 6:30 am-7:30 am) at the Stafford MSD School Complex, 1625 Staffordshire Road, Stafford. Children under 6 are free. $10 registration fee for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, $20 registration fee by October 31, and $25 registration fee through November 19. A special team rate – pay for four adults and register five – is also offered! Save the day for a morning of exercise, competition, and goodies. Register online at EZtoRegister.com. For additional information, go to www.staffordmsd.org, email foundation@ stafford.msd.esc4.net or call 281261-9219.
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Registration forms are available on the Literacy Council’s website, www.ftbendliteracy.org, as well as at local bike shops. All proceeds from the event support the lifechanging programs offered at the Literacy Council. Sponsorships for Bike the Bend are still available and range in price from $5,000 to $250. Join these enthusiastic supporters of Literacy and have your business or name printed on the back of the ride t-shirts that are distributed to riders and volunteers. Help our adult students unlock their
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Repetitive use can cause the tendons of the big toes to become inflamed. This condition is referred to as tendonitis. There are a number of ways that one can develop this debilitating condition. Athletes such as runners or football players who push off hard surfaces can develop toe tendonitis. In other cases, the big toes may be bent back toward the shin, causing the tendons and ligaments to tear and become strained. Applying ice to the affected areas every few hours may help reduce inflammation, and taking ibuprofen may also promote faster healing. Shoes should be checked for proper fit and support. If you are experiencing pain in your big toes that inhibits you from moving freely, see your podiatrist. We know it’s next to impossible to ignore the pain caused foot conditions or injuries, especially when every step places weight and pressure on the affected area. Don’t wait for the pain and the problems to disappear. Most likely they won’t, and you’ll be left with a worse condition than when the problem was still new and relatively minor. Complete podiatric care is available at 3143 Hwy. 6 South. PH: 281-980-3668. Make your next step a comfortable one - call us for an appointment.. HINT: Swelling of the big toe joint can limit one’s range of motion.