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006 Collum's Column 008 Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori 022 Hard Coal Baseball by Rich Lipinski 028 The Recipe Box 031 The Top Reasons That The Cars Of Today Break Down by Tom R. Buff 032 Master Gardener: What’s Growing on My Tree?

by Mary Ann Miller

035 Panorama Health: New Year, Healthy New You

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007 January 2018 Calendar 018 For Your Special Day 020 Puzzles & Trivia 026 Community Calendar 046 Puzzles & Trivia Answers 046 Advertisers Index

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CEO/Publisher Larry Collum Advertising Account Executives Beverly Collum, Patty Collum, and Rich Lipinski Graphic Design Department Joan Palmer, Beth Kostanesky Office Manager Sandy Collum Contributing Writers Thomas R. Buff, Mary Ann Miller, Dr. Lori Verderame, Rich Lipinski, Rev. Connell McHugh Social Media Coordinator Missy Nenstiel Panorama Community Magazine 32 East Buttonwood Street Hazleton, PA 18201 Ph. 570.459.1010 • Fax 570.459.6004 www.panoramapa.com facebook.com/PanoramaMagazine

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INFANT CARE/BREASTFEEDING CLASSES What to expect and how to get started.

Wednesday, Jan. 17: 7-9 p.m. at LVH–Hazleton Family Birth and Newborn Center, 700 E. Broad St., Hazleton

JANUARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS To register: Call 888-402-LVHN or visit LVHN.org/calendar.

All activities are free, unless otherwise noted.

Community Education Programs and Events WHAT EVERY PERSON SHOULD KNOW ABOUT STROKE Learn about stroke’s signs, symptoms, treatment and rehabilitation.

Wednesday, Jan. 3: 2-3 p.m. at Gunderson Center for Inpatient Rehabilitation, LVH–Hazleton, sixth floor BARIATRIC/WEIGHT-LOSS MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SESSION Learn about surgical and nonsurgical weight-loss options.

Monday, Jan. 8: 6-8 p.m. at Health Center at Mountain Top, 237 S. Mountain Blvd.

(Weis Plaza), Mountain Top Monday, Jan. 22: 6-8 p.m. at Best Western Plus Genetti Hotel, 77 E. Market St., Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes Room HEALTH EDUCATION AT GENNARO GARDENS Residents of Gennaro Gardens are welcome to attend monthly health and wellness discussions.

Wednesday, Jan. 10: 10-11 a.m.

HANDS-ONLY CPR CLASS Learn lifesaving skills without mouthto-mouth breaths. Ages 10 and up.

Wednesday, Jan. 17: 5:30 p.m. at Fitness Center at Health & Wellness Center at Hazleton, 50 Moisey Drive, Hazleton

Health Screenings BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS Prevention is key. Have your blood pressure checked at one of the following locations: Laurel Mall Walkers: Thursday, Jan. 4: 8-9 a.m. at Laurel Mall, Hazleton Wednesday, Jan. 17: 11 a.m.-noon at Hazleton Active Adult Center 24 E. Broad St., Hazleton Wednesday, Jan. 24: 11 a.m.-noon at Freeland Active Adult Center 701 Chestnut St., Freeland

Infants and Children LABOR AND DELIVERY CLASS SERIES For couples delivering in March and April at LVH–Hazleton Family Birth and Newborn Center, 700 E. Broad St., Hazleton Wednesdays, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24: 7 p.m.

INFANT/CHILD CPR CLASS Wednesday, Jan. 24: 7-9 p.m. at LVH–Hazleton Family Birth and Newborn Center, 700 E. Broad St., Hazleton CAR SEAT CHECK Schedule your personal car seat check with our certified technician. Remember to bring your car seat. LVH–Hazleton main entrance.

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PARENTING CLASS This group discussion focuses on the challenges of being a parent.

Classes held at Catholic Social Services, 214 W. Walnut St., Hazleton Call 570-455-1521 to register or for more information.

Support Groups

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BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUP Wednesday, Jan. 17: 7-8 p.m. at LVH–Hazleton, Business and Education Center, first floor STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Monday, Jan. 22: 2 p.m. at LVH–Hazleton, lobby, first floor conference room

SIBLING CLASS The Big Brother/Big Sister program aims to help an older child feel involved in the changing family.

Wednesday, Jan. 3: 6-7 p.m. at LVH–Hazleton Family Birth and Newborn Center, 700 E. Broad St., Hazleton

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With Panorama’s topic for January being a “Healthy New You”, it prompted me to write about the Opioid crisis in our area. How close it hits home and how devastating it is to families who are either struggling with the addiction or have lost someone to an overdose. It literally rips families apart!

There is any number of area problems that I could be written about, but none measure up to the Opioids Crisis in Northeastern Pennsylvania and more importantly, in the five county areas that Panorama provides reader and advertiser services.

Many will say that this terrible situation is self-created and those afflicted should just stop using and the problem will magically disappear. That to me is a short-sighted view of an epidemic that begins mostly with the use of legally prescribed medication. It is when the legal method stops that the “REAL” problem begins!

Thirteen Pennsylvanians die every day from overdoses and 80% of people suffering from heroin addiction begin by using prescription drugs. This to me is startling and should cause a very close examination of how legally prescribed drugs are dispensed.

When the addicted person loses access to the prescription Opioids, they often move to illegal drugs such as heroin. This is a particularly dangerous time because the user is no longer familiar with the dosage amounts. A

DEA analysis found that slightly more than half of the overdoses involved fentanyl or fentanyl substances. Addicts buying heroin laced with fentanyl often do not know it, and thus don’t know the actual potency of the dose.

Nearly 80% of Pennsylvania counties have fatal overdose rates that exceeded the national average. In our five county areas, there has been an increase in each of the past three years. Statistics and demographics do not tell the full story of the Opioid problem but the information can allow for all to understand the magnitude of this crisis. In 2016 Pennsylvania had 4,642 deaths, up 37% from 2015.

A national rate based on 2017 data has yet to be published. However, Pennsylvania’s rate is likely to remain among the nation’s worst.

Eight-five percent of the Pennsylvania overdoses involved an Opioid such as heroin, prescription pain killers or fentanyl. Seventy percent of fatal overdoses involved men. Men were more likely to die of an overdose involving fentanyl and heroin. Women were more likely to have died of an overdose involving prescription pain killers such as oxycodone.

Demographically speaking, 77% overdose victims were white, 12% were black, 4% were Hispanic and 7% were listed as other. What can be done to help those who are currently addicted? The only way to help this group is to offer an increase in access to treatment programs. This will require large amounts of

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funding from local, state and federal sources.

According to the National Survey on drug use and health, only one in four people with an Opioid problem is actually treated for it.

Yet there is strong evidence that medication combined with therapy can reduce Opioid addiction.

What can be done to prevent this problem from continuing begins with our medical profession. Doctors were trained in their surgical careers to give patients, upon release, 30-90 Opioid tablets. They did not realize that about 1 in 16 patients would become addicted. The answer is to say that doctors are the frontline in this crisis and need to stop over prescribing and to monitor closely their patients during their treatment regimen.

—Larry Collum, CEO/Publisher

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Any comments or suggestions with reference to my articles, please send your thoughts to larry@panoramapa.com.

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Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori Making The Old Stuff New Again

by Lori Verderame

There are many DIY projects and repurposing options when it comes to antiques, but right off the bat, I want to warn you know the value of your keepsakes, heirlooms, and treasures before your start repurposing anything.

Get a quick and easy online appraisal from me so you know if your piece is too valuable to repurpose at www.drloriv.com.

Once you know the true value of your antique and you are comfortable with your plan to repurpose it, consider these tips to make something old feel and look new again.

• Tip 1: Repurpose something that is a multiple for greater impact. If you have many dissimilar items, you can always make them seem like a group by uniting them with a uniform paint or stain color. You can also unite related objects by putting them together in a re-purposing project. For instance, if you have a bunch of old doorknobs or door handles, repurpose this group of similar objects. Take

the group of mix-matched glass, porcelain, or metal doorknobs and install them in your guest bathroom to create useful, vintage towel hooks. Arrange the group of doorknobs on a wall near the tub or shower as handy hooks.

• Tip 2: Go all the way! Don’t be afraid to really change an antique. For instance, if you love your grandmother’s high chair but you would really like to put it to good use in your home instead of just having it sit in a corner as a display piece, remove the arms and tray and re-purpose the high chair as a child’s chair. It will look cute in a child’s playroom, a grandparent’s den, or a dining room. Be sure you know what you are doing when repairing and refinishing wood pieces and search online for helpful hints.

• Tip 3: Re-think the scraps. Do you have a cedar chest filled with old textile pieces like parts of crocheted afghans? Needlepoint pictures that will never see the light of day?

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Quilted squares that were never made into a full quilt? If you know that you will never complete these projects, don’t despair. Frame them up and enjoy a great graphic picture of your crochet, quilt square of needlepoint picture. Remember to use acid free materials whenever you frame textiles or any antique piece. Install the framed textiles on an interior wall away from direct sunlight to prevent the item from fading and sun damage.

Repurposing is a fun way to integrate antique pieces into a contemporary home and to enjoy the process of sprucing up something old.

Ph.D. antiques appraiser, author, and award-winning TV personality, Dr. Lori presents antique appraisal events nationwide. Dr. Lori is the expert appraiser on the international hit TV shows, The Curse of Oak Island on History channel and Auction Kings on the Discovery channel.

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January 2018 New Year, Renewed Hope A New Year is filled with promise and brings with it new dreams, renewed hope and, most importantly, fresh opportunities.

We encourage you to embrace the dimensions of living your best life this year, and hope each day you find something that inspires and motivates you. We hope everyone had a wonderful New Year’s celebration and look forward to everything great ahead for us in 2018!

We will be very busy this month…Valentine’s Day is around the corner and we have a lot of planning to do! We will be making our own decorations and yummy treats for the celebration. Plus, we have to get the ballots ready to vote for our Laurels King and Queen! No “winter blues” here! We have many exciting activities planned for the next few months!

New Year’s Eve The countdown begins! Our New Year’s

Eve festivities were celebrated on Thursday, December 29th at noon with a traditional New Year’s meal; stuffed flounder, confetti rice and caramel chocolate cake for dessert!

Yum! Joe Lapchak helped us kick off the New Year with a dance party! We all looked forward to the delicious treats, tasty drinks, festive hats and traditional noise makers. Of course, the year-end celebration wasn’t complete until we all gathered in front of the TV on Sunday night to countdown the seconds and welcome the New Year! We cannot believe that another year has passed and we look forward to every wonderful journey 2018 will bring. We hope you had a beautiful 2017 and wish you a magnificent 2018!!

Spreading the Holiday Joy The 7th Annual Audrianna’s Wish Toy and Blanket Drive was a success! We want to send out a very special thank you to everyone who donated toys and blankets to this wonderful cause. What a wonderful way to spread the

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joy and love to others during the holiday season. We remember the amazing little girl, Audrianna Bartol, who put this wish list together for all her friends at Janet Weis Children’s Hospital. We are proud to help her family continue her dream. We would also like to thank everyone for the enormous number of donations for our toy and clothing drive for Brandon’s Forever Home benefitting the foster children of Luzerne County. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! We hope you had a blessed Christmas!

From Our Home to Yours The administration and staff would like to wish everyone a healthy and Happy New Year! It has been almost 15 wonderful and productive years since we first opened our doors. We have enjoyed welcoming many residents to our beautiful facility. As hectic as it was, we have found that this has been a tremendously rewarding time for all of us involved in caring and helping our residents get acclimated to residing in our facility. We thank our residents and their families for giving us the opportunity of getting to know you and we look forward to continuing the wonderful reputation in service The Laurels Senior Living Community has gained in the last 141/2 years. We wish you the very best for 2018!

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January 2018 Light fare and refreshments provided at all events. Please call 570-788-7555 and ask for Stephanie to participate in any or all of these activities or visit our website for our list of events: http://www.providence-place.com or find us in Facebook.

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MY PET GOT WORMS!!!!

by Dr. Kenneth Trippett, West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital Intestinal parasites are a fairly common concern for most pet owners, as well it should be. The two parasites that are easily seen are tapeworms (looks like grains of rice, and can be white, brown, or black) and roundworms (looks like spaghetti). Even if you don't see any parasites, that doesn't mean your pet is parasite free. There are actually 7 common

types of parasites that infect our areas pets.

How to make sure that your pet doesn't have parasites!

Many people believe that if they don't see anything and the stool is normal, the pet is fine. Unfortunately, this is not true. Animals only start showing signs of parasite infection when there is significant damage to the bowel. The longer this goes on, the harder it is to fix. Dr. Trippett recommends checking a stool sample at least once per year to be sure your pet is parasite free. In addition

Make Sure Your Pet Is Parasite Free!

Keep Your Dog From Dining In The Litter Box

(NAPS)—If your home is like most, you share it with at least one animal friend. According to a recent Harris Poll, 62 percent of Americans have at least one pet; half of cat owners also have a dog; and a third of dog owners also have a cat.

Dogs and cats living together, however, can lead to a problem: Dogs like to dine out of the cat’s litter box.

The reason may be boredom or instinct but most often it’s due to a nutritional deficiency. Typically, cat feces contain lots of protein and fat and give off an odor that’s very appealing to dogs. The result is a nasty habit that could lead to health issues if not corrected.

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to checking for the parasites commonly referred to as “worms” (roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, tapeworm, lungworm, etc.), you also need to make sure the stool is being checked for coccidia and giardia. Giardia requires a special chemical test to be reliably identified. About 1 in every 15 animals in this area are infected with Giardia.

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New Tax Laws Affect Returns Filed In 2019

by Alice Horton, CEO Honest Abe’s Taxes Finally on December 20 they passed the tax law package and at that point identify that these changes do not affect the upcoming tax season! The changes will affect taxpayers 2018 Income Returns filed in 2019!

So, for filing 2017 returns it appears that the laws and rates will all be the same. One item is in question for the 2017 returns yet is whether the penalty for insurance, the mandate from ACA, will be waived. It was waived on 2016 returns after President Trump was inaugurated, for tax payers who did not have marketplace insurance.

Until clear explanation of the changes in the new law it is difficult to advise you how they may affect you. By the time you file your 2017 returns you should be able to understand how it applies to you. If you have a good tax preparer, they should advise you, without you asking.

At Honest Abe’s it has always been our policy to give our customers full service. Full

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Tax planning is needed by all taxpayers, as such we advise and encourage our customers to come by in July and/or October for a FREE review. We also stress that “life changing occurrences” (such as income changes, dependent changes) affect your return and when they happen, come by to see us!

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NAPS)—Twice a week, one in four Americans loses keys, and more than half say misplaced items cause us to be late. Fortunately, you can now change all that with a new technology from Pixie that uses augmented reality to lead you to the exact spot where your lost items are—saving you time and perhaps your sanity.

You simply affix a special tag to anything from keys and wallets to remotes and luggage. Then, use the app on your iPhone or iPad to find them. Unlike traditional Bluetooth trackers that rely on a beep to indicate proximity, this system uses patented technology to show you the precise location and to lead you to the exact spot rather than just the general area. The device can see through walls and show items hiding behind cushions or in an adjoining room.

It can even find your iPhone when it’s off.

Finders that just beep don’t work well in noisy environments but Pixie’s two-in-one functionality feature lets you see it and hear it with accuracy down to inches.

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Cervical Cancer: Risks For Older Adults And Best Practices

by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers Cervical cancer was once the leading cause of cancer-related death for American women – but not anymore. Pap smears have become a part of regular checkups or gynecological exams, making it possible to catch the disease early on, thereby preventing it from becoming fatal.

Seniors and Cervical Cancer As women age, they may feel that they are no longer at risk for certain physical disorders.

Often, this is the case with cervical cancer.

According to research conducted by scientists at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO., the rate of death for women over the age of 65 from cervical cancer is actually higher than that of women below that age, and 25 percent of new cases occur among seniors. In fact, of that group of older women, approximately 7.6 per 100,000 die from cervical cancer, as compared to only 2.1 for younger women.

It is believed that so many more senior

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Doctors also have a tendency to limit aggressive treatment in older patients, which is not always necessary, and more aggressive treatments could improve outcomes. Some studies have shown that many older patients actually tolerate radiation therapy and aggressive surgical therapy well, thus increasing their chances for survival. Of course, the overall health of the senior should be taken into consideration by the doctor.

The Possibility of Faulty Data Women are often told they don't have to get a Pap test for cervical cancer if they're over 65, but the data behind that recommendation might underestimate their cancer risk, researchers say.

That's because many studies don't take into account that many women have had hysterectomies. The surgery removes a woman's risk of cervical cancer, since there is no cervix present—and 20 percent of the women over age 20 in this study said they had had that surgery.

When they looked at cancer rates only in women who hadn't had a hysterectomy, the researchers found that the odds of having cervical cancer were higher; 18.6 per 100,000 women, compared to 11.7 cases without that adjustment.

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Put More You Into Your Wedding Day

The wedding party is intended to be a collection of those nearest and dearest to the bride and groom, who help ensure the day (Family Features) A wedding day is filled goes off without a hitch and who lead fellow with symbolic tradition, from varied religious revelers in celebrating the start of the new customs to the never-ending circle reflected couple's life together. That being said, there's in the rings and the types of flowers accentuno reason this group must be limited to womating the celebration. Even with all the tradien on her side and guys on his, or even that tional rituals to consider, nearly every bride it's limited to humans - a beloved pooch can and groom can find ways to give their special make for an adorable ring-bearer, after all. day some unique touches that reflect their Photography is an essential element of personality and love. your big day, but think beyond the images Music sets the mood for every wedding, you'll capture throughout the wedding and and it's an easy place to put your own spin on the classic version, let guests know this isn't reception.

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9th Anniversary Edition

by Rich Lipinski

As we enter 2018 it is hard to believe that Hard Coal Baseball will be celebrating its 9th anniversary. During that time Hard Coal Baseball has visited the history of our area through the players, venues and culturally significant events surrounding the rich history of baseball in Northeast and Central Pennsylvania. We have taken time honor the achievements of local players, grieve the loss of local icons, met local authors, had some fun with the Philly Phanatic and discussed the best ballpark eats up and down the eastern seaboard.

“America has rolled by like an army of steamrollers. It has been erased like a blackboard, rebuilt and erased again. But baseball has in fact, that there are actual photographs of Revolutionary War Veterans) a nation with marked the time.” —Field of Dreams two distinct periods pre and post-civil war.

Over the course of nine years I have re- There are reports of town ball and the game ceived many e-mails and comments about of “base” dating back to the early 1700’s. As the subjects discussed. On a few occasions America was forming, devising and refining I have been asked, why baseball, it’s only a its rules so was the game of baseball. In the sport, which is very true and very important. 1850’s as America was debating and heading Societies are measured by their achievements, to full blown war to help fulfill the promise of milestones, actions both good and bad, eras its rules, baseball was becoming the sport we that have marked time. More recently the recognize today. During the Civil War baseterm sound track of your life has become an ball was spread through union camps and shared with prisoners of war. individual’s way to mark time.

The last 150 years is where America and America is a very young nation, (so young baseball become intertwined. The amazingly fast societal and technological changes have literally left the country unrecognizable to a person from 1865, except for baseball. Baseball has marked the time, given a common language from generation to generation.

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of those subjects, I would like to highlight a few that have been discussed within this column.

Immigration and Integration One of my favorite interviews for Hard Coal, Dr William Kashatus, who wrote “Diamonds in The Coalfields”. In his book Kashatus wrote extensively about the immigration population and how baseball was common ground among the diverse European immigrant populations of the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. The similarities described in the book and events of today are astounding.

Women in Sports Long before Title IX, (which was passed to established equality of opportunity for women in school sports), Sarah “Salty” Sands and four of her contemporaries from NEPA blazed a path for women in the All American Girls Professional Baseball League. Listening to Sarah tell her story was like having our very own version of the movie “League of Their Own” (which she had a part in). In 2016 we were able to interview the producers of documentary about these groundbreaking women.

Heading into 2018 there are fewer than 100 of these trailblazers left among us.

Discrimination Baseball was not immune from the discrimination of separate but equal society after the civil war; it was one of the first organizations to break the barrier in 1947 with Jackie Robinson. Hard Coal interviewed Paul Brown of Carbondale who wrote, “The Coal Baron played the Cuban Giants”. Hard Coal covered the History of Bowman Filed in Williamsport, which was home to the Negro League Williamsport Grays. In 1950 Lorenzo “Piper” Davis broke the local color barrier, by playing for the Scranton Red Sox. In 1952 future Hall of famer Leon Day would appear in Scranton. The Boston Red Sox would not integrate until 1959.

Community Many of the subjects have seen community as a common theme. Old black and white photos, canvas postcards, stories of Babe Ruth barnstorming throughout the nation, long gone town festivals highlighted by the big game of the year. (Many times, on the 4th of July). Scenes seemingly lost to time. If you look closely the stage has changed, the results are the same. On any given summer night in towns like West Hazleton, White Haven and Drums, there is an ongoing community gathering, focusing on the game. The volunteers at these Little League and Softball games are running food stands, proud of their unique offerings. These stands are better equipped than some restaurants. Ages from Infants to 90 are coming together to watch the game, share a meal, play on the swings and spread the gossip. The “Big” event has become a nightly event.

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es when disaster hits like this year in Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico.

During times of national crisis baseball stayed the course. In both World Wars the baseball was encourage to keep playing as sign of national stability and normalcy. In the fall of 2001, a President standing on the mound at Yankee Stadium throwing a strike, a gesture that meant nothing and meant everything as a sign of national defiance that the buildings went down but we didn’t. A few years later as word spread of the downfall of Osama Bin Laden, it is the scene from Citizens Bank in Philadelphia, which has become the iconic image.

The Future As 2017 and space for this column winds

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January 13 Holy Rosary Parish, 240 S. Poplar St. Hazleton will host a Free Community Luncheon.

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9 grape tomatoes, halved Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spritz cups of a muffin tin with cooking spray. Slice each pita into six slices, like you'd cut a pizza. Place each triangle in a muffin cup, pressing down gently so it forms a bowl-like shape.

Bake 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Sweet Potato Chips Let cool for 10 minutes before removing. Fill Ingredients: each cup half-full with hummus.

2 medium sweet potatoes, thinly sliced In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cucum1 tbsp. vegetable oil bers, olives, parsley and dill. Top each hum1 tbsp. cornstarch mus cup with a spoonful of the cucumber 1 tbsp. chili powder mixture. Top each with a sprinkle of feta and 2 tsp. smoked paprika a grape tomato half. Serve.

1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. mustard powder 2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper 2 green onions, finely sliced 2/3 c. sour cream Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place two wire racks in two large rimmed baking sheets.

Toss sweet potatoes in oil until evenly Skinny Mozzarella Sticks coated.

Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk to- 6 skim mozzarella sticks gether spices and cornstarch. Add sweet 2 c. whole-wheat bread crumbs potatoes and toss until evenly coated in 1 tbsp. Dried Parsley spice mixture.

1 tbsp. dried oregano Place sweet potatoes on wire racks in 1 tbsp. garlic powder a single layer. Bake for 25-35 minutes, 3 eggs, whisked until the sweet potatoes look crispy and 1 c. all-purpose flour dry to touch. (They'll continue to crisp Warm marinara, for serving as they cool.)

Directions: While the sweet potatoes cool, make Halve mozzarella sticks and freeze until dip. Fold green onions into sour cream. frozen solid, at least 3 hours.

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station: In a small bowl whisk together breadcrumbs and dried herbs, in another bowl whisk eggs, and in another bowl add flour.

Coat frozen mozzarella stick in flour, then dip in egg, then bread crumbs. Repeat process twice until mozz sticks are fully coated. Freeze 30 minutes.

Bake at 400º for 10 minutes, watching carefully so the cheese doesn’t ooze.

Serve with marinara. Yields: 6

Chocolate Trail Bites Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. dark chocolate chips, melted 1/2 c. dried cranberries 1/2 c. sliced almonds 1/2 c. pistachios 1/2 c. shredded coconut Flaky sea salt Directions: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Spoon about a tablespoon-sized rounds of melted chocolate onto the parchment paper.

Top each round with cranberries, almonds, pistachios, coconut and flaky sea salt. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.

Cauliflower Hummus Ingredients: 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets 1/4 c. olive oil, divided kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 c. tahini 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. honey 1 clove garlic, minced

Serve cold or at room temperature. Makes 1 tbsp. chopped parsley 8 servings small pinch of cayenne pepper Pita chips, for serving Directions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. On a large baking sheet, toss cauliflower with olive oil.

Season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cauliflower is very tender.

Let cool slightly.

Combine roasted cauliflower, tahini, lemon juice, honey and garlic in a large food processor fitted with a steel blade attachment.

Process until almost smooth. Check for seasoning then season to taste with salt and pepper. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and process again until smooth. Continue adding olive, S'mores Banana Bites about a teaspoon at a time, until you reach Ingredients: the desired consistency.

1 banana Transfer to a shallow serving bowl. Sprinkle with parsley and cayenne. Drizzle with olive oil, if desired. Serve with pita chips.

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Russian Orchestra To Warm Up A Winter Evening The Greater Hazleton Concert Series will feature the Accordion Virtuosi of Russia as the first concert of 2018. This unique musical group will present an evening of beautiful music Thursday, February 8, at 7:30 PM in the Hazleton High School Auditorium located at 1601 West 23rd Street.

The Accordion Virtuosi of Russia delighted Hazleton audiences during their 2014 visit.

Now, they’re back to showcase an amazing repertoire. We have a tendency to pigeonhole or typecast instruments. In 1943, Pavel Smirnov decided the accordion could be used for more than background music in French movies and formed Accordion Virtuosi of Russia.

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Founded in 1943 during the Siege of Leningrad, by Professor Pavel Smirnov, the Accordion Virtuosi of Russia survived the war and has gone on to secure a place on concert stages around the world. its repertoire ranges from folk music from many nations (not just Russia) to arrangements of rock songs, operatic arias,

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and even familiar classics. For example, a typical program might include excerpts from West Side Story and the overture to Bizet’s Carmen to music of Prokofiev, Scott Joplin, Strauss Waltzes, Khachaturian’s Sabre Dance, and of course Tchaikovsky. In the hands of these musicians, the accordion takes on an entirely new dimension.

Accordion Virtuosi of Russia has been led by three generations of the Smirnov family, first by its founder Pavel Smirnov, and now by his sons Yuri and Vladimir, as well as his grandson Yaroslav. Yuri Smirnov is the Accordion Virtuosi of Russia’s Artistic Director and has worked with the orchestra since 1967. He is also a professor at the State University of the Arts and head of the “Union of the Arts Workers” in St. Petersburg, Russia. Vladimir Smirnov has been the Principal Conductor of the orchestra from 1978. He has taught several generations of the orchestra’s players.

The Greater Hazleton Concert Series provides outstanding entertainment in a convenient venue, at a price that can’t be beat.

Individual tickets for the Accordion Virtuosi of Russia are $30 for adults and $10 for students. All concerts begin at 7:30 PM at the Hazleton Area High School Auditorium located at 1601 West 23rd Street in Hazleton.

This comfortable venue offers abundant, free, lighted parking, and easy access.

An evening out is a great way to beat the winter blahs. So, gather your friends and family to enjoy an evening of outstanding entertainment. For reservations or concert information, call Cynthia 570-436-6615, or Amelia at 570-788-4864. Find more information on all our concerts on The Greater Hazleton Concert Series' web site at http:// www.hazletonconcertseries.org/or visit our Facebook page.

The Top Reasons That The Cars Of Today Break Down

by Thomas R. Buff Car owners are well aware of the fact that new cars are great because they offer all of the latest technology and gadgets. But they can also cause drivers to become too dependent on this same technology. Cars have no doubt become safer, more efficient and reliable. But the fact is that the cars of today actually break down more than ever. A study conducted by the American Auto Association (AAA), concluded that more cars broke down on the side of the road in the year 2016 than any other year. Are cars of today less reliable?

There are a few major reasons why the cars of today have been setting breakdown records that may surprise you.

Fuel alert and range estimators- The days of watching your fuel gauge have long disappeared. Fuel alert and range indicators have been around for some time and are standard on new cars and trucks today. These systems will notify the driver, through and audible alarm when the fuel level is low. Most cars will give you an estimate of how many miles you have until you run out of gas. The problem lies in the fact that motorists rely on the range indicator without taking in account for idle time and other gas mileage factors. An example is when someone has 5 miles to go on the range indicator but gets stuck in a traffic jam. This is when a lot of breakdowns occur. Another case is driving the vehicle until it is very low on gas. An empty tank causes moisture to form which causes a dilution of the gas remaining. It can also cause moisture to enter the electric fuel pump and cause it to overheat and fail. As a rule, keep your tank at least half full at all times. The range indicators and fuel level alarms are a good thing if used simply as a guide.

Spare tire or no spare tire? Remember the days of the standard spare tire in the trunk?

Those days are long gone. If your car manufacture was nice enough to give you a temporary tire, commonly called the donut, you are fortunate. Some manufactures are only equipping the car with a can of fix a flat tire inflator due to lack of space. They also claim that the added weight of a spare tire will decrease fuel efficiency Most car are also equipped with run flat tires that will allow you to drive the car a few miles to get it repaired. Drivers are experiencing blowouts and end up stuck on

the side of the rode because fix a flat will temporarily fix some small leaks but not a major puncture. Some claim that the reason spare tires are disappearing from trunks is due to the safety factors involved when changing a tire on the side of the road, which is a good point. Who wants to take the chance? But a spare tire should and has always been included with the vehicle. If you are purchasing a new car be sure to ask about a spare.

Key related problems- Many cars today are utilizing keyless entry and ignition which only requires the driver to have the key fob on their person to start the vehicle. The problem is that if you leave the key fob in the car it continues to send signals which can drain the battery over time. Nothing like coming out on a cold winter morning to a dead battery.

So technology is creating a mound of gadgets that increase fuel efficiency, safety for the driver and passengers and luxury that we never had before. But with that comes some disadvantages if not used properly. Enjoy the technology and don’t get stranded. Happy Motoring!

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MASTER GARDENER: What’s Growing on My Tree?

by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener

Have you ever wondered what that greenish gray material is on your tree? It appears on any side of the tree, not just the north as moss usually does. It may be found on the trunk or branches. Some patches are rather small, others quite large. I used to think that it was a sign that the tree was aging or suffering from some disease.

But these growths are not a sign of trouble.

They are lichens, which are made up of two organisms, a fungus and an alga that form a symbiotic or mutually beneficial relationship.

Fungus filaments grow into the algae and form crusty patches on the tree bark. The two organisms work together to produce the food that they require. The fungus collects nutrients from the air and transfers them to the alga, which converts them into useable food through photosynthesis, feeding both organisms. Because they make their own food, they do not harm the tree.

Lichens will grow on almost any stable, well-lit surface, including soil, rock and concrete (including tombstones) as well as wood and trees. Most grow in temperate or arctic

climates, although some species tolerate tropical or desert environments. They prefer dry conditions. Indeed lichens can tolerate periods of complete dehydration, becoming dry and brittle. When the atmosphere is again moist, they absorb water and become soft and fleshy again.

Periods of dry weather can promote the dissemination of lichens when pieces flake off and form new lichen colonies. Reproduction is achieved only when both the fungus and alga disperse together. When reproducing, the fungal portion of some lichen develops a red layer on its uppermost structure where spores are produced, giving this species the common name, “British soldiers.”

Lichens appear very commonly on dead branches and trees, but they are not the cause of disease. It is a coincidence: dead branches have a more porous surface which makes it easier for lichens to attach to the tree. Young trees usually grow quickly enough that lichens, which grow very slowly, are unable to stick to the bark. If a young tree is covered in lichen, it may be a sign that the tree is ailing from some other cause which slowed its growth and enabled the lichen to colonize.

Lichens are an important food source for

some animals, especially in regions where little else grows. Caribou, reindeer and mountain goats can smell lichens beneath snow pack and dig to retrieve them. Lichens also provide nesting material for flying squirrels and golden plovers.

Some Native Americans used lichens as food, especially in times of scarcity. Traditional cultures have used them for dyes and medicines. About 50% of lichens have antibiotic properties; scientists are investigating their use in pharmaceuticals.

Lichens are sensitive to air pollution, so their presence is an indication of good air quality. Scientists have reported an increase in the number of lichens in portions of the country since the passage of the Clean Air Act in 1970. Researchers are investigating the use of lichens to determine if air pollutants are present.

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Customer Satisfaction Is Our # 1 Priority

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There are a few things that make our company stand out from the competition. The first is a rare blend of skills that comes from having the most knowledgeable salespeople, HVAC installers and technicians. For over 40 years, as a family owned business S.J. Kowalski, Inc. has established itself as a leading HVAC and Plumbing Company across the area. We have the area’s finest installers and technicians. We offer fair pricing and the belief that the true value comes from our unmatched customer service that cannot be compared simply by a competitor with a lower price.

The second is our pledge not to “love you and leave you”. We will take care of your equipment for many years to come. Our customer support staff is focused on providing the best possible experience from start to finish. If you purchase a home comfort system from us you will get the same outstanding service during the sale and installation and for the life of your equipment.

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5 Steps For A Home Remodel (Family Features) As a homeowner, there is nearly always a laundry list of projects with time and budget constraints when it comes to a home remodel.

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• Step 1 - Identify Reasons for Remodeling.Deciding whether to undertake simple aesthetic changes or a full remodel can be difficult. One of the best ways to decide is to figure out why you are remodeling in the first place, whether it's to make your new house feel more like home or to update a 1950s-era kitchen.

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• Step 4 - Understand the Plan. Communication is key in a successful remodeling project. Keep the lines of communication open between you, the remodeling contractor and the work crew. Don't be afraid to ask questions. Let them know your family's schedule and whether you have pets confined somewhere. Make sure to specify the best way to reach you, such as phone, in-person or email, and how often you wish to communicate with your remodeling contractor about your project.

• Step 5 - Complete the Project. While the dust is settling and the remodel is almost finished, take a moment to walk through your project and note any adjustments that need to be made while the contractor is still on site. Contractors often provide guarantees of workmanship, so find out what they cover and for how long then include this information in your work agreement. You should also take another look at the contract and confirm you have signed permits, receipts, change orders, lien waivers, warranties and manufacturers' guides at your disposal.

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by John Degenhart, DC We live in stressful times. My heart aches for the people of Mexico, Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean Islands with the recent storms we have had. Everyone can feel the tension within the people of this country. We once thought our differences made us stronger. Lately our various attitudes are splitting this country apart. And where years ago we feared a war with Russia or Iran, now a war with North Korea seems inevitable. And I see people daily who can barely get by to pay their bills.

During World War II Germany kept bombing England relentlessly day and night.

The people in England grew fearful and stayed in their basement with their lights out at night, wandering which bomb might end their life. Winston Churchill would get on the radio and inspire the people to never give up. He helped many to cope with their stress until the war finally ended.

How do you cope with stress? Do you have a drink of alcohol at the end of your day?

Maybe you smoke marijuana to calm down or does your doctor prescribe anti-anxiety medication? Do you take a jog, or a hike, or exercise? Or you do none of the above and you are a walking time bomb until something makes you emotionally explode?

I tell you, all of us need to cultivate peace in our hearts. You do that by letting God dwell in your mind and heart. You do that by spending time with God. Read the Bible, dwell on passages that give you strength.

Keep praying for God’s peace that surpasses all understanding to dwell within you.

In Job he states, “If God is in me, then nothing can take away that peace”. Cultivate that within you. Like a garden, remove your mental weeds of anger, stress, and worry. Let the fruits of love, understanding and forgiveness grow. It is a lifetime journey. But what a joy to experience peace when all around you is falling apart.

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Two Recent News Items Are Of Interest

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New Year's Dental Resolutions

by Dr. Melissa DellaCroce, Della Croce Dental Care We all make new year's resolutions, but many of us are not likely to follow through.

Turning over a new leaf in the New Year can be tricky, but finding a way to stick with it is important when that new leaf benefits your health. If you want to take better care when looking after your teeth and gums this year, these five resolutions can keep you diligent: Schedule a Dental Appointment If it's been a while since you've seen a dentist, you're not alone. About one third of the population doesn't see a dentist yearly. But booking this appointment is one of the most important things you can do when looking after your teeth. Some conditions – such as sensitivity in the teeth or bleeding gums – are sure signs that it's time to see a dentist. Even if your teeth look and feel fine, enter a reminder in your phone or calendar for January 1 so that you can call your dentist on January 2 for an appointment.

To make the process of scheduling visits easier, book your next one before you leave their office. Most dentists send out reminder cards a week prior or call a day before your appointment.

Commit to Flossing Brushing your teeth twice a day isn't enough to keep plaque from building up on your teeth, or to completely remove bits of food from your mouth. To take the best care of your teeth, you need to floss too. If you're not in the habit of flossing, the new year is a great time to start.

One way to make it easier to remember is putting a container of floss on top of or directly next to your toothpaste. Position the container so that you have to touch it when taking your toothpaste out of the drawer or cabinet. Stash another container of floss in your purse or desk drawer at work, so that you can floss on the go if you forget to do it at home.

Cut Back on Sugar There is a direct link between the amount of sugar a person eats and the amount of tooth decay he has. Cutting back on sugar can cut your risk for tooth decay consider-

ably. The most convenient way to cut back on struggle to curb the addiction by yourself. sugar is to reduce the number of sugary treats you buy. Simple swaps will help you cut back Eat More Mouth-Healthy Foods as well: Drink sugar-free seltzer water instead When you cut back on sugar, resolve to of soda, or chew a piece of sugar-free gum add more orally healthy foods to your diet when you have a craving for something sweet. to solidify your diet's benefit to your teeth.

Dairy products, which are high in calcium, Kick the Habit are great for your teeth, as are fibrous foods Smoking doubles your risk for gum disease that call up saliva and scrub away plaque and and is linked to a host of other health issues. other food bits, according to Delta Dental.

Making your new year's resolutions as easy Pick a date to give up the habit, get rid of all the tobacco products from your home and as possible to stick with will help you keep solicit the support of your friends and family them. Take things one step at a time, and if to help you quit. There will be cravings along you forget to floss one day or eat a big piece the way, so it's important to find a healthy of caramel the next, don't give up. Remember activity to engage in when a craving kicks in. that there's always tomorrow!

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Bring Your Exercise Routine In From The Cold (NAPS)—Staying in shape when it’s cold out can be a challenge. Cold weather can make outdoor workouts less appealing, and it can be easy to lose motivation. Fortunately, there are many options to keep you moving.

“Don’t let the cold weather discourage you from staying active,” said Tom Holland, exercise physiologist and Bowflex fitness adviser.

“There are many ways to work up a sweat in the comfort of your home and stay fit during the colder months. What’s important is finding what works for you and sticking with it.”

Here are five ways to help you stay fit during the colder months: 1. Embrace the great indoors. You don’t have to be outside to work up a sweat: Opt for workouts you can do at home. If your usual workout involves walking outside, make an effort to fit in some extra steps as you go about your day indoors. Everyday household activities—such as vacuuming, rearranging furniture or organizing closets—burn more calories than you might think. Purposefully making extra trips up and down the stairs for laundry runs or mopping the floors can help get you moving and sweating. In fact, 30 minutes of vacuuming can burn up to 120 calories. No matter your outdoor workout of choice, it’s easy to find a way to incorporate many of the same movements into your indoor activities.

2. Watch TV. That is, use it to help track your progress. Many fitness products, including the Modern Movement M-Pad Balance & Strength Trainer (www.modmov.com) and its accompanying M-Trac app, can connect to a TV screen to enhance your workout. A recent study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that fitness-tracking games can lead to an increase in physical activity by offering a motivating experience.

With the M-Pad, you can play balance and agility games including “Bull’s Eye,” “Maze” and “Space Invaders,” all while measuring your progress and improving your balance with the functional fitness platform.

3. Try something new. Find different, exciting ways to get moving. Try an exercise class, such as Zumba or a cycling class, or get two workouts in one with the Bowflex HVT fitness machine (www.bowflex.com/hvt). It offers hybrid velocity training, combining cardio and strength training into an effective, fast workout suitable for everyone from

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5. Set attainable goals. Having something to work toward can help inspire you to keep moving. Whether your goal is as simple as completing a workout twice a week or tied to a deadline, such as training for a race in the

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I Can Hear, Just Not Clearly. Do I Have Hearing Loss?

by Nevin Balliet, BC-HIS Board Certied Hearing loss is complicated because it involves not only the ears, but also the brain where sound is translated into meaningful words. It can manifest in many different ways with symptoms that vary between individuals. Hearing loss comes in all degrees from mild to profound. When you think of hearing loss, severe hearing loss or deafness probably comes to mind. But mild, moderate and high frequency hearing losses are actually much more common. And, with these types of hearing losses, the only symptom may be difficulty with word understanding, especially in situations where there is competing noise.

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low-pitched sounds, those below 1000 Hz, very well, sometimes even as well as someone with normal hearing. But, the high-pitched sounds above 1000 Hz need to be much louder before you can hear them. While not always the case, high frequency hearing loss is often the cause of feeling like you can hear but can’t understand.

In speech, vowel sounds (A, E, I, O and U) are low in pitch while consonant sounds like S, F, Th, Sh, V, K, P and others are high in pitch. Being able to hear vowel sounds is helpful and will alert you that speech is present, but it’s the consonant sounds that give speech meaning and help you distinguish one word from another. Without being able to hear subtle differences between consonants, words like “cat” and “hat,” “parrot” and “ferret” and “show” and “throw” can be hard to differentiate. This is why so many people with high frequency hearing losses brought about by natural aging (presbycusis) or excessive noise exposure have difficulty understanding even when they know sound is present.

If you have a high frequency hearing loss, you may notice problems understanding speech even in a relatively quiet environment, but when background noise is present or several people are talking at once, it can become nearly impossible to follow a conversation.

People with hearing loss that has gone untreated for a number of years sometimes begin to avoid lively social situations or public places they once enjoyed because interacting with others is too difficult.

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loss, you may have trouble: • following conversations in quiet and noisy places (hear but can’t understand).

• talking on the phone.

• understanding your favorite TV shows or movies even when you turn the volume up.

• understanding female and young children’s voices because they tend to be higher in pitch.

• enjoying music because it sounds distorted, especially at higher volumes.

Family members, friends and work colleagues can get frustrated and feel you aren’t listening to them when they speak to you.

Your spouse may accuse you of having “selective hearing.” You may accuse others of mumbling. Sometimes, you will answer questions inappropriately and miss the punch lines of jokes. Other times, you may resort to smiling and nodding when someone speaks to give the impression you are listening when in fact, you do not understand what was just said. Untreated hearing loss can take a toll on relationships, careers and your daily life.

Hear what you've been missing Often, the best solution for high frequency hearing loss is properly fit hearing aids that can amplify the high pitches you’ve been missing without amplifying low-pitched sounds.

Once you begin wearing hearing aids, you will notice improvement with understanding speech and you may even notice you’re hearing sounds that have long been forgotten. For instance, some new hearing aid wearers are pleasantly surprised to hear the soft chirping of songbirds for the first time in years. You will once again be able to hear that beeping sound your microwave makes, your car’s turn signal and your phone ringing.

If you can hear, but can’t understand, you’re not alone. This is what hearing care professionals hear almost every day from their patients, and they are highly skilled at getting to the root of the problem, listening to your concerns and finding a solution that meets your needs. Don’t give up on enjoying conversations at work, home and play. Help is available through hearing aid centers like Northeast Hearing Solutions, so make the call today.

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How are pathologists and radiologists part of your care team?

You may never meet your pathologist or radiologist, but they are actively involved in your care. For example, your regular doctor may suspect cancer and ask a radiologist to perform imaging tests and a pathologist to study tissue samples (from a biopsy) to con rm there is a tumor, its size, location, and whether it has spread. Pathology tests also can detect gene mutations, viral infections and other microscopic abnormalities. Together, this data determines your tumor’s exact stage (how advanced it is). Pathologists and radiologists then play a role on your care team to design the most-targeted treatment plan.

As new genetic and molecular therapies are developed, pathologists in particular are also increasingly important in identifying good candidates for these leading-edge individualized treatments.

Next Step Often pathologists and radiologists contribute expertise to a tumor board. Read along at LVHN.org/tumorboard or visit LVHN.org/ findadoc to find a doctor in your community.

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ORAL HEATH: The New Year’s Resolution You Owe Yourself

by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. Well, it’s that time of year again when we all make ourselves promises of resolutions for the upcoming year. Needless to say, who of us hasn’t indulged for the holidays and made diet and exercise our dedicated resolution? Speaking from experience, I’m sure we all know how that turns out despite our best efforts.

Why not set some realistic, achievable goals for your own personal oral health? By following a few easily-manageable steps, you stand to achieve and exceed your own expectations.

Avoidance of all tobacco products will greatly decrease your chances of oral cancer. Absence of tobacco will also decrease staining and associated bad breath not to mention improve your overall health.

I recommend toothbrush replacement every two to three months to assure brushing efficiently. Remember to discard your toothbrush once you have recovered from illnesses like the flu so as to prevent recurrence of your illness.

Be more calcium-conscious. Consumption of daily products and calcium-rich foods is crucial to insure bone and tooth health.

Additionally caffeine and sugar reduction are recommended. Beverages such as coffee and tea not only stain your teeth but also encourage decay with the use of sugar in them.

Establish a proper brushing and flossing regimen. Brushing should be done twice daily both in morning and in the evening. The action of proper brushing removes plaque and

bacteria which coats your teeth and causes decay. If you consume excessive amounts of sugar, more frequent brushing is advised Daily flossing is advised to remove food and germ buildup in between teeth which further leads to tooth decay. The American Heart Association has now linked flossing to prevention of heart disease. It’s hard to believe that routine flossing can save not only your teeth, but your life too!

Communications with your dentist concerning any dental issues you may have will solve a problem before it gets to be more

involved and expensive as a result.

In closing, why not declare a resolution on your oral health? Simple modifications of your daily oral health routine will result in tremendous benefits to your overall health, confidence, and well-being.

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New Year, New Shades

by Melissa M. DeBello, OD Just because the middle of winter is upon us does not mean it is time to put away those sunglasses! The need for ultraviolet (UV) protection remains important throughout the winter as snow reflects approximately 80% of the sun’s UV light rays. Compare that to 10% UV reflection off grass and 15%

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When Cancer Comes Back My cancer came back. Four words that no one ever wants to say, or hear a loved one say.

They fought the battle once and now their cancer has metastasized and is in a new location in their body.

Metastatic cancer is cancer that has spread from the part of the body where it started (the primary site) to other parts of the body. A tumor formed by metastatic cancer cells is called a metastatic tumor, or a metastasis, and the process by which cancer cells spread to other parts of the body is also called metastasis. Metastatic cancer has the same name and the same type of cancer cells as the original, or primary, cancer. For example, breast cancer that spreads to the lung and forms a metastatic tumor is metastatic breast cancer, not lung cancer.

Metastatic cancer cells spread throughout the body in a couple of different ways. If they travel through the lymph system, they may end up in nearby lymph nodes or they may spread to other organs. More often, cancer cells that break off from the main tumor travel through the bloodstream. Once in the blood, they can go to any part of the body.

The most common areas cancer cells spread to are the brain, lungs, liver, and bones.

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The American Cancer Society states, “Even though treatment may seem to get rid of all of the cancer, there may be just one tiny cancer cell left someplace in the body. This cell might not cause any harm for many years.

Suddenly, something can change the immune system and “wake up” the cell. When it becomes active, it can grow and divide to make other cells. Finally, it becomes big enough for your doctor to detect it as a recurrence.”

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Educational Training

Outpatient Therapy • Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy • Sybertsville and Hazleton Locations

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P.O. Box 103 • 750 State Route 93 Sybertsville, PA 18251 Medicare and Most Other Insurances Accepted

Visit Us At One Of Our 3 Locations: 58 Station Circle, Hazle Twp. 570-459-2400 755 Kidder Street, Wilkes-Barre 570-829-2554 4 West Olive Street, Scranton (570) 342-2160

Tuesday Nights 5pm-Close

1/2 Price SONIC CHEESEBURGER with this coupon

Must present & mention coupon at time of order. Cannot be combined with other coupons or discounts.

Expires 1/31/18 SONIC®

FOOTLONG QUARTER POUND CONEY & MEDIUM TOTS

$2.99

with this coupon

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Expires 1/31/18 SONIC®

KOMISHOCK’S Power Equipment

Prices Start at $369.00 Local Delivery Free

SNOW BLOWER REPAIRS TUNEUPS • SHARPENING Route 309 & Old Airport Road (Hazle Township Area near Sheetz)

570-455-5603

Reg. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5 & Sat. 9-12

For All Your Party Needs!

FEUSSNER’S FORD, INC.

In Business for Over 70 Years

Sales • Service Inspections

Place Bestme t x e N to Ho

Serving the Greater Hazleton Area Since 1949

New & Used Vehicles

704 Garibaldi Court, Hazleton, PA

470 South Street, Freeland

www.feussnerford.com

570-636-3920 • 800-346-9200

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570-455-0631

We deliver to Factories, Offices, Schools and Businesses

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

ONE STOP SHOP FOR ALL YOUR TOBACCO NEEDS

CBD OIL in VAPE, DROPS , THROAT LOZENGES, & SALVE Tues.-Fri. 10am to 5:30pm

HOURS Sat. 8:30am to 3:00pm

NEW ITEMS ALWAYS ARRIVING! STOP IN & CASH IN ON GREAT SAVINGS! Mahoning Valley Farmer’s Market STATE MINIMUMS • COUPONS ACCEPTED HOURS: Friday 8am-6pm • Saturday 8am-5pm Rt. 443, Lehighton 484-629-2495

TRUCKING COMPANY

791 N. Locust St. Hazleton

-Insured & Licensed HIC PA #029996-

HANDCRAFTED COUNTRY PRIMITIVE ITEMS

Storage Trailers For Rent

Offering a Variety of Painting Party Classes

Sizes: 48ft. & 53ft.

For Information Call (570) 544-3140

Check Facebook for Available Class Times

ALWAYS LOOKING FOR NEW VENDORS & ITEMS

1298 Keystone Blvd., Pottsville, PA 17901 Phone: (570) 544-3140 Fax: (570) 544-8084

Also Featuring Spirit Wear for Tamaqua & Marian

2 South Johns Street, Pardeesville

Sewer & Drain Cleaning • Septic & Holding Tanks lombardoenterprises@outlook.com

441 Susquehanna Blvd., Hazle Twp.

(570) 956-9976

867 N. Church St., Hazleton • 570-455-1441

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

•Inspection •Alignments •Auto Repairs 1117 W. 15th St., Hazleton 570-455-3702

(Behind the Cheese Store on 15th St.)

Mon-Fri 9-7 • Sat 9-6

94 E. Bridge St. Lehighton 610-377-3700 Mon-Sat 8-5

JC Small Engine

Lawn & Garden Equipment Sales & Service After the Sale...It’s the Service that Counts!

Feb 26th - March 30th, 2018 POSSIBLE DAY CLASSES AVAILABLE! CALL FOR INFORMATION

~ AUTHORIZED DEALER ~ Briggs & Stratton • Tecumseh • Kawasaki • Kohler

570-427-8811

Route 93 - 2281 Hudson Drive, Weatherly