Please Let the Dogs Out!
The Kawartha Lakes Police Service wants to remind us that pets should not be left unattended in motor vehicles during the warmer weather. Leaving pets in hot cars is a life threatening ordeal. Within just 15 minutes an animal can endure brain damage, or even death from heatstroke. If you see a pet in an unattended vehicle that may be suffering from heat exhaustion, please call 310-SPCA (7722), 24/7 if in Ontario; Local SPCA or Humane Society; or Local police. Please remember to take proper care of your pets, and remind friends and family to do the same. Let’s keep all pets out of hot, unattended vehicles! #NoHotPets
WATER SAFETY TIPS
Summer is here and one of the best parts of being in Kawartha Lakes is enjoying our many lakes and rivers. However, being near the water also requires attention to safety. City of Kawartha Lakes First Responders want to remind the public about the following water safety tips: • A personal floatation device (PFD) should be worn at all times when using any type of watercraft, whether or not it is motorized. Even the use of a stand-up paddleboard on a calm day can become dangerous if the paddler falls into a weedy area and experiences entanglement and panic. Furthermore, if a breeze picks up, the board can be carried beyond reach very quickly; • Never underestimate the power of current. Swimmers and waders can be swept away in an instant, particularly when caught by the current in rivers or in abrupt drop-offs; • Jumping or diving from cliffs and bridges is extremely dangerous as underwater hazards such as logs, sunken vehicles, rocks and other debris may exist. The force of hitting the water can sometimes result in the swimmer losing their breath, and possibly causing internal injuries that may immobilize them; • Swimming near any kind of dam, waterfall and hydro-
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generating station presents many unseen hazards. The surface of the water may appear calm but undertows could exist. When caught in an undertow, a swimmer might not be able to escape and may be pulled under the surface of the water. The areas around hydro dams are especially dangerous because water flow and current can increase without notice; • Only participate in recreational water sports during daylight hours. Any person who is waterskiing, wakeboarding, etc. must wear an approved PFD and should review hand signals with the boat operator. Never leave the dock without a spotter in the boat and always let go of the tow rope after falling. Never climb into a boat from the water unless the propeller is stopped; • Always supervise children who are in and around water. Ensure that they are wearing a proper fitting PFD. For more swimming, boating and water safety tips visit www.redcross.ca.
TUMOR-INDUCED HEARING LOSS
An “acoustic neuroma,” the most common inner ear tumor, begins growing within the inner ear. “Vestibular schwannoma,” as the tumor is also known, forms when Schwann cells, which wrap themselves in layers around the auditory nerve, grow too rapidly. It is important to recognize the early symptoms of acoustic neuroma (dizziness, hearing loss, and ringing in the ears) and treat it because the tumor may grow so large that it can press on parts of the brain that control vital body functions. Most acoustic neuromas are treated with surgery. From a preventive point of view, some research shows that prolonged exposure to loud noise increases the risk of developing acoustic neuroma, which is one more reason to wear hearing protection. Early diagnosis of an acoustic neuroma may help keep the tumor from growing large enough to cause serious consequences, such as total hearing loss or a life-threatening buildup of fluid within your skull. To schedule a hearing test, please give us a call. We offer an array of affordable hearing aid options to meet every budget, cosmetic, and hearing loss need. Our team is committed to providing you and your loved ones with clear and up-to-date solutions. P.S. Hearing rehabilitation through the use of hearing aids and assistive listening devices can enhance an acoustic neuroma patient’s ability to communicate with others and significantly improves a patient’s quality of life.
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