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Income qualified homeowners can apply for a grant (up to $5,000) while funds last or take advantage of our new partnership with a vetted leasing firm that can reduce monthly bills by a combination of Solar PV and weatherization. Solarize Delco can help you decide what is best for you.
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Could your young athlete be at risk of sudden cardiac arrest?
Playing sports comes with a lot of perks. Whether it's getting exercise, participating on a team or having fun, athletes benefit from their time on the field, track or court in plenty of ways.
But athletes also need to be aware of the risks of playing sports. For instance, football players should know the risks of concussions and take measures to prevent them, like wearing a helmet that fits properly.
Because all athletes put their hearts to work during physical activity, they should also be aware of a condition called sudden cardiac arrest (SCA).
"Sudden cardiac arrest is when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating, often triggered by an abnormal fast heart rhythm. While this condition is rare, it's also one of the top causes of death in young athletes. What's more, people who suffer from SCA often appear otherwise healthy," says Jason Bradley, MD, director of the Sports Cardiology Program at Lankenau Heart Institute, part of Main Line Health.
Here's what young athletes should know about sudden cardiac arrest, their heart health and engaging in sports safely
How can playing sports trigger sudden cardiac arrest?
Whether you're swimming laps, skating on the ice or kicking a soccer ball, your muscles are being put to work when you play sports. Because of this, they need extra oxygen.
This is where your heart comes in. To deliver extra oxygen to your muscles, your heart pumps harder, which is why your heart rate increases during exercise.
Your heart working hard is a good thing. Exercising your heart muscle regularly makes it stronger and better at pumping blood throughout your body. This improves your heart health and lowers your risk of heart disease.
"While the majority of athletes tolerate these changes with no issues, in athletes whose hearts are not normal to begin with, this extra stress on their heart can cause problems," says Dr. Bradley. "Even in athletes with normal hearts, physical
activity can impact the heart's electrical system at the wrong time causing sudden cardiac arrest.”
Athletes who have a higher risk of sudden cardiac arrest
The majority of young athletes can engage in sports with no heart problems. But because sudden cardiac arrest is a serious and deadly condition, it's important to be aware of your own risk of SCA.
In athletes under age 35, the most common cause of SCA is a genetic heart disease, such as:
A heart muscle disorder, such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy
A heart rhythm disorder, such as WolffParkinson-White syndrome, Long QT syndrome or catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia.
You may also have an increased risk of SCA if you:
Were born with an abnormal heart artery
Have a heart infection
Have Marfan syndrome (a disorder that impacts the proteins that make healthy connective tissue, such as those that support your heart)
Have coronary artery disease, which is the leading cause of SCA among people older than 35
Monitoring your heart health and risk of SCA
Many of the causes of sudden cardiac arrest go undetected until sudden cardiac arrest occurs. However, there can be warning signs during exercise, including:
Dizziness
Chest pain
Shortness of breath
Fainting
Seizures
If you have any of these symptoms while exercising, it's important to talk to your health care provider. You should also tell them if you have had a sudden or unexplained death in your family, which may have been related to a heart problem. Depending on your symptoms and family history, your provider may do further testing, such as an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) or echocardiogram (echo). These tests look at how well your heart functions, which can help determine if and how you can engage in sports safely.
They may also refer you to a program like Lankenau Heart Institute's Sports Cardiology Program.
"This program is driven by the full understanding of the importance of timely evaluation of athletes so they can return to their sport as quickly and as safely as
possible," says Dr. Bradley. "We're able to see athletes within 24-48 hours.”
The Sports Cardiology Program offers: Evaluation of athletes for cardiac symptoms both on and off the field, abnormal physical exam findings, abnormal cardiac testing and "return to play" assessments.
A full range of cardiac testing will be available as needed including echocardiography, stress testing, Holter monitoring and cardiac MRI. Advanced workup, as needed in select patients, to be performed in conjunction with Lankenau Heart Institute's array of advanced imaging modalities, our Genetics and Risk Assessment Program and our electrophysiology colleagues.
Can I still play sports if I have a higher risk of sudden cardiac arrest?
If you have a higher risk of SCA, you don't have to immediately throw in the towel when it comes to playing sports. In the past, athletes with heart conditions were told to avoid sports, but this is not always the case.
In the right circumstances, athletes with a risk of SCA can play sports with low risk. Your health care provider can help determine how intense your physical activity should be and how closely you should be monitored. They'll also give you recommendations, like staying hydrated and keeping an eye on your electrolytes. All sports teams should also have an emergency response plan in place should an athlete experience SCA, as every minute will be crucial in saving their life.
Exercise has many benefits, including for your heart health. As you take care of your body in other ways—like stretching, eating healthy and resting—make sure you stay on top of your heart health and know your risk of sudden cardiac arrest so you can play your favorite sport safely.
To learn more about Lankenau Heart Institute, visit mainlinehealth.org/heart.
Jason Bradley, MD Director, Sports Cardiology Program at Lankenau Heart Institute, part of Main Line
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PET HEALTH & WELL-BEING
Common causes of respiratory distress in dogs and cats
There are few more unnerving scenarios than finding our dog or cat struggling to breathe. Depending on our pet's species, breed, age, and medical history, we can often prevent sudden distress, or at least prepare to act fast.
Respiratory distress can originate from either the upper or lower airways, or both. The upper segment includes the nostrils (nares), nasal passages, sinuses, nasopharynx and larynx (voice box). The lower airways include the windpipe (trachea), and branching bronchi, bronchioli and air sacs in the lungs. The vital function of the respiratory system is to bring oxygen to the bloodstream in exchange for carbon dioxide. A compromise anywhere along the way can have dire consequences. But how can you tell if your pet is in danger?
Signs of Respiratory Distress
Labored or rapid shallow breathing, coughing or gagging, a blueish tongue and gums, lethargy, reluctance to eat or drink, and collapse all mean trouble. Partial upper airway obstructions may cause abnormal sounds on inspiration. A low head with extended neck can also indicate distress. Any cat who is open-mouth breathing should be evaluated right away, because cats do not normally pant! This can be a sign of extreme stress, overheating, or respiratory distress.
Causes of Respiratory Distress in Cats
Top causes of respiratory distress in cats include asthma, heart failure (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy), and pleural effusion. Asthma can be triggered by pollen, dust and smoke. Heart disease can lead to fluid build-up in and around the lungs. Pleural effusion refers to fluid between the lungs and chest wall. This breaks the seal and restricts lung expansion. Fluid can result from viral, fungal, parasitic or bacterial infections, cancers, heart disease, trauma, or other causes. Note that these are lower airway
diseases, but cats can also get upper airway tumors, polyps, infections and foreign body obstructions.
Prevention of Respiratory Distress in Cats
Cats have evolved to hide signs of illness. We often discover a problem after it has advanced to an emergency situation. Talk to your veterinarian about vaccinations and heartworm prophylaxis. Be mindful of excessive pollen and dust, and never smoke around your cat. The first time you see your cat pant or wheeze, seek veterinary attention. Asthma and heart disease can both be managed with medications to reduce the risk of sudden respiratory distress.
Causes of Respiratory Distress in Dogs Respiratory distress in dogs can be due to a foreign body (choking), laryngeal paralysis, brachycephalic airway syndrome, acute allergic reactions, congestive heart failure, infections, cancers, and heat stroke. Dogs who chew sticks, certain toys, rawhides, bones, and some people foods may suddenly choke and collapse. There is always a risk with putting your hands in a dog's mouth, so exercise caution and try to remove the object. The risks include getting bitten but also pushing the object further down the airway.
Laryngeal paralysis is another cause of respiratory distress in dogs. Certain breeds, such golden and Labrador retrievers, are predisposed to this condition. This can lead
to upper airway obstruction and heatstroke, as the dog cannot cool properly. This is another emergency requiring immediate veterinary care.
Brachycephalic airway syndrome can lead to difficulty breathing as well. Anatomic abnormalities may include stenotic nares (small nostrils), elongated soft palate, everted laryngeal saccules, and a narrow windpipe. Susceptible dogs are the “shortfaced” breeds such as pugs, bulldogs and Boston terriers. Surgery may correct some of these defects, but these dogs are prone to respiratory distress and heat stroke with mild exercise, stress, obesity or overheating.
Collapsing trachea, most common in toy breeds, is a defect of the windpipe. Stress, exercise, obesity, and coughing can trigger the defective C-shaped cartilage rings to collapse. Mild cases may be managed medically, while surgery may be required for more severe cases. Yorkshire terriers, toy poodles, and chihuahuas are examples of susceptible breeds.
Prevention of Respiratory Distress in Dogs Talk to your veterinarian about vaccinating your dog for kennel cough and influenza in addition to the core vaccines. Choose chew toys mindfully, avoiding ones that can break apart into chunks. Brachycephalic breeds can have corrective surgery, and dogs with laryngeal paralysis and collapsing trachea may also be surgical candidates. Annual exams can help diagnose heart disease and other problems that can be managed medically. Obesity is a risk factor in both dogs and cats, so keeping them trim can help. And of course, never leave your pet in a vehicle on a warm or sunny day.
Respiratory distress can be terrifying for both pet and owner. It's important to have a plan for getting immediate veterinary assistance if needed. Knowing the signs, your own pet's risk factors, and how to prevent common respiratory emergencies can help both you and your pet breathe easy.
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WHAT IS CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME?
BY THE PHILADELPHIA HAND TO SHOULDER CENTER PHYSICIANS
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and arm. The condition occurs when one of the major nerves to the handthe median nerve is squeezed or compressed as it travels through the wrist.
In addition to numbness and tingling, carpal tunnel syndrome can cause swelling, weakness, and night time pain. Patients sometimes describe dropping things unexpectedly and may have difficulty with buttoning shirts, tying shoelaces, or handling loose change.
What causes carpal tunnel syndrome?
Carpal tunnel syndrome is frequently seen in individuals who develop swelling or inflammation in their hands. People who smoke, as well as those with connective tissue diseases, diabetes mellitus, and hypothyroidism, may be at greater risk. Repetitive work activities can also cause carpal tunnel syndrome.
The median nerve acts as an electrical wire between the spinal cord and the hand. The nerve passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist along with nine tendons that bend the fingers. When the tendons in the
wrist become swollen and inflamed, the median nerve can become compressed by the transverse carpal ligament (see figure), leading to carpal tunnel symptoms.
Early on, symptoms commonly occur during sleeping hours. In more advanced cases, the symptoms can become problematic during waking hours. Many sufferers describe symptoms with benign activities, like reading the newspaper or driving a car.
What can a hand surgeon do to help?
A hand surgeon can order special nerve tests to verify the extent of the problem. Custom wrist splints are helpful for early stages of carpal tunnel syndrome. These splints are worn at nighttime to relieve pressure on the median nerve and to prevent the wrists from bending during sleep.
Cortisone injections often provide excellent relief from symptoms. Unfortunately, symptomatic relief is only temporary, and most people experience a recurrence of symptoms after 3-4 months.
For chronic or more advanced cases, carpal tunnel surgery is often recommended as the best course of treatment.
What can I expect from surgery? Surgery provides more space for the median nerve and relieves pressure on the median nerve and tendons. This procedure is typically done under light sedation and local anesthesia and usually takes only minutes to complete.
While there are several different approaches to performing carpal tunnel surgery, usually a 1/2 inch incision is made near the wrist and use of a camera to release the tunnel under direct visualization. This minimally invasive approach minimizes discomfort following surgery and allows patients to return to activities more quickly. Over 95 percent of patients improve dramatically following surgical intervention, with most returning to daily activities within days. Many patients can resume heavier job-related activities after 2-4 weeks.
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WILLOWS PARK PRESERVE
“Tear it down? No Way!”
We see a lot of shocked expressions on the faces of community members when they hear that tearing down the Willows Mansion was a real possibility not too long ago. It was not such a crazy idea at the time. The Mansion, owned by Radnor Township and located in the idyllic Willows Park, was over a century old, costly to operate and in need of major repairs. In 2013, the decision to close the grand, historic building — the site of so many memorable events, from weddings, to proms, to craft shows and more — was made. After seven years of the Mansion sitting idle, a group of Radnor residents with a vision and passion for preservation founded the Willows Park Preserve in 2017. In 2019, the Willows Park Preserve signed a 25-year lease with Radnor Township to restore, maintain and operate the Willows Mansion for community use. We have a long way to go before the complete
restoration of the Willows Mansion, however, we are excited to welcome the community back to this beautiful community asset to enjoy educational programming, celebrations, meetings, retreats, music concerts, health and wellness programs, and so much more!
We invite you to learn more about our nonprofit and the history of the Willows Mansion and to support our goals. We hope to see you soon.
Here are a few opportunities to join us at the Willows Park Preserve in the coming months. For a complete listing of our programs and events, please visit our website:
www.willowsparkpreserve.org
WPP Leadership SeriesCreating Community Connections
Tuesday, September 19 6:15pm to 8:00pm
Come learn from two dynamic and inspirational women who are making an incredible impact in the community. This is a FREE program for middle school age to adults.
Jazmine Smith - CEO and Founder of Eyekonz Sports League Inc.
Jeannine
Fallon AnckaitisExecutive Director for Youth Development United and Chester Upland Youth Soccer
WPP Annual Fall Fundraiser
Friday, October 13, 2023
Our largest fundraiser every year! 100+ community members from the Main Line and beyond come to the Willows Mansion to enjoy an evening of live music, catered food, a silent auction and community connections. We are currently looking for sponsors and silent auction items.
Holiday Open House
Friday, December 8 (private reception) and Saturday, December 9, 2023
Local Vendors, children's crafts, holiday music performed by local high school students and more! We are currently looking for sponsors and vendors.
Wellness at the Willows Spring, 2024
A FREE event for the whole community. Over 15 classes to
choose from throughout the day. Over 18 vendor tables with free health and wellness information. We are looking for instructors and sponsors.
If you would like to host your next event at the WPP, register for a program, learn about volunteer opportunities, provide financial support, or simply want to learn more about the WPP, please visit our website: www.willowsparkpreserve.org or email us at: info@willowsparkpreserve.org
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As plants become dormant, many of the pollinators that we seek to support and nourish in our gardens survive the winter by settling into the leaf litter that forms a natural carpet beneath the trees in our yards. This leaf layer provides wildlife with a protective, insulating blanket for the cold winter months. Native
“…if you have trees, you have free mulch at your fingertips each fall. Mulching can pr surface and help stop erosion from rainfall. Mulch also helps to moderate temperature extremes by keeping roots warmer during the winter and cooler in the summer, and helps to keep moisture in the ground, which is especially helpful during times of drought.”
Be the wind. Move—don't remove. If you don't feel comfortable leaving fallen leaves over your entire yard, consider using them as a natural mulch distributed under trees and on plant beds. Leave the leaves whole or chop them up with a mower (preferably soon after they fall so fewer critters have had time to settle in for winter).
The Case Against Using Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers
by Susanne Hay
Now through November, fall leaves will be removed from front lawns around the area by local landscaping workers and one can’t escape the noise. These gas-powered leaf blowers have been around for a long time and they are dangerously outdated. Most gas-powered leaf blowers are of the twostroke engine type,mixing together gas and oil in a combustion chamber in a highly inefficient and dirty way. The pollution they produce is “off the charts”: 30 minutes of use emits quantities of pollutants similar to a pick-up truck driving from Texas to Alaska. In other words, pollution is >120 times higher than from a truck or car. Gaspowered leaf blowers produce high levels of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCshydrocarbons such as formaldehyde and benzene, nitrogen oxide, and carbon monoxide) and particular matter, all of which seriously harm people's health. In addition, the 200 mile/hour winds emitted from the blowers spin up clouds of dust that include pollen, mold, animal feces,
heavy metals, and chemicals from pesticides and fertilizers. Furthermore, they are associated with massive noise pollution. The engines produce up to 100 db of low frequency noise, comparable to a plane taking off, which penetrates windows and glass doors. Extended exposure to 85 db or more will lead to permanent hearing loss.The risks are greatest to the workers of landscaping companies who use these engines every day for several hours, but the risk is also real for homeowners who use their backpack leaf blower just once a week, or to the neighbors who don't use them at all.
There are several other options: Leave leaves alone, especially on garden beds, (with the added benefit of helping native pollinators overwinter and improving soil health). Rake leaves off the grass.
Mow over the lawn to chop up the leaves.
Sources: https://xerces.org/blog/leave-the-leaves
https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2022/10/17/fall-leave-leaves
https://www.dep.pa.gov/OurCommonWealth/pages/Article. aspx?post=66
https://extension.psu.edu/delay-garden-cleanup-to-benefitoverwintering-insects
https://www.nwf.org/Magazines/NationalWildlife/2015/OctNov/Gardening/Leave-the-Leaves
EMISSIONS FROM GAS POWERED LEAF BLOWERS SWITCHING TO ELECTRIC LEAF BLOWERS REDUCES HARMFUL IMPACTS FROM EMISSIONS AND NOISE POLLUTION ON COMMUNITIES AND THE LANDSCAPING WORKFORCE
USING A LEAF BLOWER FOR 30 MINUTES HYDROCARBON EMISSIONS FROM DRIVING FROM TEXAS TO ALASKA
BASED ON A TWO-STROKE LEAF BLOWER AND A PICKUP TRUCK NICOLE KELNER
Use electric leaf blowers and lawn mowers (which are just as powerful as gas-powered ones).
Also, last but not least, reach out to your landscaping contractor to switch to electric leaf blowers.
Sources: epa.gov; theatlantic.com; yaleclimateconnection.org
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WHARTON ESHERICK MUSEUM
Imprint 2023: Storytelling in Prints
by Larissa Huff
Imprint 2023: Storytelling in Prints marks the Wharton Esherick Museum's 15th annual high school print competition and exhibition, a program that encourages new generations of young artists in the medium of relief printmaking. For this year's exhibition, we introduced the theme of “Storytelling”. Esherick's printmaking practice was grounded in storytelling, from the block-printed illustrations that helped tell the stories of other writers to printscentering his own life, family, and friends.
Abington High School senior Bella Meltzer was awarded first prize by the guest juror and museum staff for her print, The Lunchroom. This print depicts the personal story of Bella's anxiety eating in the lunchroom at school. A cash prize of $200 will be awarded to both Meltzer and the school's art department, which will also receive a free field trip to the Museum.
Second place was awarded to Rylin Balliett from Twin V High School and third place went to Melanie Shao from George School. Josie Michel from Villa Maria Academy High
School was awarded Honorable Mention and Sarah Lyles from Abington Senior High School won the Viewers' Choice Award. Viewer's Choice voting took place on the museum's Facebook page where followers were able to weigh in on their favorite prints.
This online exhibition represents a juried selection of works submitted by high school students from across Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties. We were honored to have had Lindsay Sparagana, the Artists-inSchools Program Coordinator at The Print Center in Philadelphia, as a guest juror for this year's competition.
The Imprint 2023 exhibition is viewable on the Museum website at www.whartonesherickmuseum .org/imprint-2023.
The Wharton Esherick Museum is experienced through guided tours that must be reserved in advance. Visit www.whartonesherickmuseum .org to make your reservations and learn more about our tours and programs.
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Paying It Back and Paying It Forward
by Laurie Lamont Murray
Most artists I know feel very lucky. We are able to spend our time doing what we love: making art. Ask a group of 25 who has inspired us and you will get 25 very different answers. There is at least one common denominator, and that's a sense of gratitude. This is what got us thinking about groundbreaking women.
Groundbreaking Women is an exhibit by ARTsisters at Chester County Art Association in West Chester, running from September 14 through October 4. If you have a chance to stop by you'll find a gallery full of tributes to women (some famous, some not) who have helped us or inspired us along the way. Explore what ignites creativity…an uncharted voyage into the artist brain!
For starters, we have our heroes: family and friends deserve a lot of credit. In fact ARTsisters began with the recognition that becoming an artist isn't something you just do. It takes time and works best with the support of people who think the way you do, to help navigate the steep learning curves and the challenges of tempering passion with professionalism.
Today many of us have studios, or at least a room to make art in. But that is a fairly recent luxury! Priscilla Bohlen recalls her mother, an artist, painting in the kitchen as she raised 3 children. Mothers who were supportive and encouraged us to explore our art are part of our story. And here's an interesting twist from Sue Stefanski: the children and grandchildren whose successes, interests and abilities we have nurtured come full circle to pay us back…becoming unwitting role models for us as artists! You 'll hear us describe these women in terms of their strength, courage, kindness and persistence. Edna Santiago recalls that her aunt's joy-filled laugh showed what a wonderful thing it is to be a woman.
So where do we find inspiration? Artists draw strength from people they admire in every walk of life. Deb Simon, who particularly loves painting landscapes, credits early environmentalists like Marjorie Stoneman Douglas, a journalist, women's suffrage advocate and staunch defender of the Everglades. Another influence was marine biologist Rachel Carson, an award winning nature writer and early opponent of pesticides. She taught us that “in nature nothing exists alone.”
Of the many women artists we admire, Georgia O'Keefe is a favorite cited by Nancy Tabas and several other ARTsisters. O'keefe professed to be terrified every moment of her life, but refused to let that hold her back. She left New York and her philandering husband to forge an artist's
life in New Mexico, adopting a genderless lifestyle and wardrobe.
Cyndi Philkill notes that like O'keefe, America's first female surgeon Mary Edwards Walker found women’s attire restrictive and unhealthy. Dr Walker took it a step further, dressing as a man, because hoop skirts hardly suited a Civil War surgeon, POW and abolitionist.
Another famous Walker (no relation) to earn our utmost respect was Madame C.J. Walker, who became the first Black American millionaire. Kathleen Spicer tells us that Walker's Afro-American hair product company employed more than 40,000 people and gave back more, funding many scholarships and charities.
Sometimes inspiration comes in emotional waves. Consider artists like Ginny Conover, whose painting communicates how she feels about poetry or the music that resonates with her. Others like Barbara Dirnbach study what is working in a wellknown artist's work and reimagine that approach in their own way. What they create will intentionally deviate from the art they've studied, because who wants to copy? But the spirit will be there. Barbara specifies that Alice Neel's ability to capture attitudes and emotions in her portraits is something that she always wants to achieve in her own distinctive work. Vibrant colors and adventurous textures may be our motivators. Doing something that hasn't been done before, using nontraditional materials are groundbreaking approaches in their own right. Our art might seek to challenge, or to bring a sense of peace.
ARTsisters is committed to charitable outreach and donates a percentage of our sales to a worthy cause we have researched. For Groundbreaking Women, we will be donating to Unite for HER, a wonderful organization in West Chester which provides free services and programs to people with breast and ovarian cancers.
Chester County art Association
100 N. Bradford Ave. West Chester, PA 19382
www.chestercountyarts.org
ARTsisters: www.artsisters.org
Unite for HER
127 E. Chestnut St., First Floor, West Chester, PA 19380
https://uniteforher.org
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