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IMPORTANT UPDATES FOR BOONE COUNTY SENIORS 65+ COVID-19 2ND VACCINATIONS
Prevent. Promote. Protect.
Boone County Health Department
1st Dose Tues., Feb. 16 (Moderna) 2nd Dose Tues., March 16 At: Keen Age Center Time: Call Boone Co. Health Department 1st Dose Sat., Feb. 20 (Pfizer-BioNTech) 2nd Dose Sat., March 13 At: Belvidere High School, 1500 East Ave. Time: Same As First Appt. 1st Dose Sunday, Feb. 21st (Pfizer-BioNTech) 2nd Dose Monday, March 15th At: Belvidere High School, 1500 East Ave. Time: Same As First Appt. Please do not come early for your appointment. Your 2nd dose of vaccine must be from the same manufacturer. If you have questions, please call the Boone County Health Dept. COVID-19 info. line at 815-547-8561 or email us at: COVID19@boonehealth.org. For questions regarding appointment times you may call 815-547-8561 or the Keen Age Center 815-544-9893.
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Why Do People Kiss The Blarney Stone? International tourism is big business. While much of the world was forced to stay home during the global COVID-19 pandemic, prior to the outbreak of the coronavirus international tourism was thriving. A report from the World Tourism Organization in January 2020 found that 1.5 billion international tourist arrivals were recorded across the globe in 2019. That marked a 4% increase over the previous year. Ireland is a popular tourist destination for people across the globe. A country with a rich history that is steeped in tradition, Ireland annually welcomes people from all over the globe. Tourist attractions abound throughout the Emerald Isle, & few are as popular as the famed Blarney Stone. When visiting the Blarney Stone, which is located on the grounds of Blarney Castle, visitors are urged to kiss the stone. But why? The exact origins of the tradition of kissing the Blarney Stone are unknown, but History.com notes the practice dates back several centuries. Legend suggests kissing the stone helps people become more eloquent & persuasive, & indeed numerous accomplished orators, including former British prime minister Winston Churchill, are among the millions of people who have kissed the stone over the centuries. Kissing the stone is no small feat, though it has become easier to do so in recent years. Prior to 2000, visitors to Blarney Castle who wanted to kiss the stone had to pull off an acrobatic feat without much support, leaning over backwards while lying down on their backs as the upper part of their bodies hung over the parapet’s edge. However, guardrails were installed in 2000 to give visitors something to grab onto as they lean over the edge & kiss the stone. Visitors to Ireland who want to kiss the Blarney Stone can expect to wait to do so. While the Blarney Castle gardens remained open to visitors during the pandemic, the tradition of kissing the stone was closed. When that tradition is allowed again, visitors should expect a line, as an estimated 400,000 people kiss the stone each year.
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What Protein, Carbs & Fat Do For Your Body A nutritious diet is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle. When paired with physical activity, a nutritious diet can serve as the foundation for a long, healthy life. The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics defines nutrition as how food affects the health of the body. Food provides nutrients that are vital for survival. Food is made up of macronutrients like protein, carbohydrates & fat, which play different roles in promoting short- & long-term health. • Protein: Protein provides the body with amino acids that are essential for growth & development. The amino acids found in protein also help the body maintain itself & help body tissue recover after certain activities, including exercise. Protein also plays a vital role in immune system function. The AND notes that beef, pork, chicken, game & wild meats, fish, seafood, eggs, soybeans, & other legumes are great protein sources. • Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates do for the body what gasoline does for an automobile. Carbs provide the body with the energy it needs to function at peak capacity. The carbs found in foods like whole grains, rice, potatoes, bread, & more deliver sugars & starches that provide the carbs the body needs. Energy is vital when moving around, but also when the body is at rest, as it ensures the heart continues to beat & facilitates digestion. • Fat: The dietary fat found in oils, nuts, milk, cheese, & other foods provides structure to cells & prevents damage to cell membranes. The AND also notes that oils & fats absorb fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin A, which is vital for healthy eyes & lungs. A nutritious diet is a building block of a healthy lifestyle.
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