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Lake Region Healthcare recognizes volunteers The Lake Region Healthcare (LRH) annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon was held Monday, May 6 at the OLV Church in Fergus Falls to honor the 100-plus volunteers who help the organization live out its mission to help people in the region improve their health and to serve the community with compassion, integrity, teamwork and excellence. Volunteers were treated to lunch provided by the Red Cross, a partner in the volunteer driving program to provide blood transport services to the region. A program of special music was provided by Tammy Richards on her steel drum. Volunteers contributing 100 or more hours in the past year were honored to close out the program. Those honored for hours of service included: 100 hours Judy Bradow, Millie Pearson, Meanie Ricks, Darlene Johnson, Barb Maki, Pat Eidal, Carole Mitchell, Chuck VanSicke, Joyce Friedrich, Leila Salzsieder, Rich Johnson, Joanne Viger, Marjean Hanson, Bev Norlin, Gene Steinbach, Rod Scheel, Kathy Berger, Beth Rudh, Lori Draxten, Tina Stevens
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Golf injuries: Play it safe with these tips By Mayo Clinic Staff
Although golf is a low-impact sport, it's associated with a significant number of injuries. Many golfing-related injuries are a result of poor mechanics or overuse. The most commonly injured area is the lower back, followed by the elbow, wrist and hand, and shoulder. Follow these tips to stay in shape on the course.
Adjust your swing The entire body is used to execute a golf swing in a complex and coordinated movement. When this movement is repeated frequently, significant stress is placed on the same muscles, tendons and joints. Over time, this can result in injury. Understanding the mechanics behind your golf swing can help you prevent golf injuries. Try to: • Use proper posture. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and rotated slightly outward, and with your knees slightly bent. Hold your spine relatively straight; your trunk should be tilted forward, but most of that movement should come from your hips. Avoid hunching over the ball, which may
contribute to neck and back strain. • Stay smooth. The power of a golf swing comes from force transferred smoothly through all the muscle groups, from your ankles to your wrists. If you depend on one part of your body for your hitting power, you may be more prone to injuries. For example, overemphasizing your wrists during your swing can lead to golfer's elbow — a strain of the muscles on the inside of the forearm. • Don't overswing. If you swing the club too hard or too fast, you may stress your joints. Relax and take a nice, easy swing at the ball. The best golfers have consistent — not necessarily fast — swing tempos. If you want to reduce the risk of golf injuries, consider taking lessons. What you learn about your golf swing may even help you shave strokes from your score.
Other tips to keep you on the course
There’s more to golf than your golf swing. Consider other ways to lower your risk of golf injuries: • Warm up. Before you practice your swing or play a round of golf, warm up for at least 10 min-
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ADJUSTING YOUR SWING: Understanding the mechanics behind your golf swing can help prevent golf injuries. utes with a brisk walk or a set of jumping jacks. Stretch your hands, wrists, forearms, elbows, shoulders, spine and pelvis. Swing your
golf club a few times, gradually increasing your range of motion. • Start slowly. You might start out by practicing your swing for
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hours, believing it’s helping your game. But if your body isn’t conditioned for the strain, repetitively practicing your golf swing may do more harm than good. Work up to your desired level of activity instead. • Strengthen your muscles. You don’t need bulging muscles to hit a long drive — but the stronger your muscles, the greater your club speed. Stronger muscles are also less prone to injury. For best results, do strength training exercises year-round. • Focus on flexibility. Regular stretching can improve your range of motion and lead to a more fluid golf swing. • Build up your endurance. Regular aerobic activity can give you staying power on the course. Try walking, jogging, bicycling or swimming. • Lift and carry clubs carefully. Golfers who carry their own bags have higher rates of shoulder and back injuries than do other golfers. If you jerk heavy clubs out of the trunk of your car, you could injure yourself before you reach the first tee. Use proper lifting technique: Keep your back straight and use the strength of your legs to lift. • Try to avoid hitting objects other than the ball. Elbow and wrist injuries are often the result of hitting the ground or the rough. • Choose proper footwear. Dress for comfort and protection from the elements. Wear golf
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shoes with short cleats. Long cleats dig into the sod and hold your feet planted as you swing, which may strain your knees or ankles.
Watch out for hazards on the course
Be careful to limit your sun exposure while golfing. Remember to: • Use sunscreen.
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Glaucoma: Are you at risk? By Mayo Clinic Staff
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m 45 years old, and I just started wearing glasses a few years ago. I usually go to my eye doctor once a year for a checkup. During those exams, in addition to checking my vision, my doctor looks for signs of glaucoma. What is glaucoma? Who’s most likely to get it? ANSWER: Glaucoma, which is a group of serious eye disorders that damage the optic nerve, is the leading cause of preventable blindness in the developed world. Because it rarely causes symptoms in its early stages, regular eye exams that include checking for glaucoma are important. A variety of factors can raise your risk for glaucoma, including age and having a family history of the disease. Your optic nerve is a bundle of nerve fibers that goes from the back of your eyeball to your brain. It serves as the communication cable between the two, allowing you to see. In most cases of glaucoma, the optic nerve is damaged by a rise in pressure within the eye. The elevated pressure usually is due to a blockage of the eye’s drainage channels, preventing fluid that is constantly produced in the eye to flow out of it. As the nerve deteriorates, blind spots develop in your vision. If left untreated, glaucoma leads to blindness. In its early stages, glaucoma
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EYES OPEN: Glaucoma is a group of serious eye disorders that damage the optic nerve. Regular eye exams are important to help prevent glaucoma usually doesn’t have any symptoms. Typically, it is not until the late stages of the disease — after significant damage already has been done — that people who have glaucoma begin to notice eye problems, such as loss of peripheral vision. That’s why it’s crucial to get regular eye exams that include looking at the appearance of the optic nerve through a microscope, as well as a measure of the pressure within your eye. If your doctor suspects glaucoma,
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he or she may recommend other tests, too. In general, a comprehensive eye exam is recommended once every two to four years for people 40 to 54 and every one to three years for those 55 to 64 — even if you have no problems with your eyes or vision. After 65, you should have a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years. Depending on your risk factors, these exams may need to be more or less frequent. Two of the most significant risk factors for glaucoma are age and family history. People older than 60 develop glaucoma much more frequently than younger individuals. And the disease tends to run in families. If you have a close relative who’s been diagnosed with glaucoma, make sure your eye doctor is aware of that. Other risk factors for glaucoma may include having high or low blood pressure, as well as other medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and hypothyroidism. However, in most people, glaucoma is not associated with
other diseases. A severe eye injury can put you at risk for glaucoma, as can certain types of eye surgery and being nearsighted or farsighted. Ethnic background also appears to impact a person’s risk of developing glaucoma. African-Americans who are older than 40 have a much higher risk for developing glaucoma than Caucasians. African-Americans also are more likely to suffer permanent blindness as a result of glaucoma. People of Asian descent also have an increased risk of developing certain types of glaucoma. Most glaucomas cannot be prevented, but regular eye exams can catch this condition early. Although there’s no way to reverse damage that’s been done to the optic nerve, treatment to lower pressure in the eye can prevent or slow vision loss due to glaucoma. Review any possible risk factors you may have for glaucoma with your eye doctor. Based on that, he or she can recommend an exam schedule that’s right for you.
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Nip seasonal allergies in the bud By Mayo Clinic Staff
Spring means flower buds and blooming trees — and if you're one of the millions of people who have seasonal allergies, it also means sneezing, congestion, a runny nose and other bothersome symptoms. Seasonal allergies — also called hay fever and allergic rhinitis — can make you miserable. But before you settle for plastic flowers and artificial turf, try these simple PROVIDED strategies to keep seasonal al- IN THE THICK OF IT: With these tips you can lergies under control. limit allergy exposure
• Oral antihistamines. Antihistamines can help relieve sneezing, itching, a runny nose and watery eyes. Examples of oral antihistamines include loratadine (Claritin, Alavert), cetirizine (Zyrtec Allergy) and fexofenadine (Allegra Allergy). • Decongestants. Oral decongestants such as pseudoephedrine (Sudafed, Afrinol, others) can provide temporary relief from nasal stuffiness. Decongestants also come in nasal sprays, such as oxymetazoline (Afrin) and phenylephrine (Neo-Synephrine). Only use nasal decongestants for a few days in a row. Longer-term use of decongestant nasal sprays can actually worsen symptoms (rebound congestion). • Nasal spray. Cromolyn sodium nasal spray can ease allergy symptoms and doesn't have serious side effects, though it's most effective when you begin using it before your symptoms start. • Combination medications. Some allergy medications combine an antihistamine with a decongestant. Examples include loratadine-pseudoephedrine (Claritin-D) and fexofenadine-pseudoephedrine (Allegra-D).
Reduce your exposure to allergy triggers
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To reduce your exposure to the things that trigger your allergy signs and symptoms (allergens): • Stay indoors on dry, windy days. The best time to go outside is after a good rain, which helps clear pollen from the air. • Delegate lawn mowing, weed pulling and other gardening chores that stir up allergens. • Remove clothes you've worn outside and shower to rinse pollen from your skin and hair. • Don't hang laundry outside — pollen can stick to sheets and towels. • Wear a pollen mask if you do outside chores.
Take extra steps when pollen counts are high
Seasonal allergy signs and symptoms can flare up when there's a lot of pollen in the air. These steps can help you reduce your exposure: • Check your local TV or radio station, your local newspaper, or the internet for pollen forecasts and current pollen levels. • If high pollen counts are forecasted, start taking allergy medications before your symptoms start. • Close doors and windows at night or any other time when pollen counts are high. • Avoid outdoor activity in the early morning when pollen counts are highest.
Keep indoor air clean
There's no miracle product that can eliminate all allergens from the air in your home, but these suggestions may help: • Use the air conditioning in your house and car. • If you have forced air heating or air conditioning in your house, use high-efficiency filters and follow regular maintenance schedules. • Keep indoor air dry with a dehumidifier. • Use a portable high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter in your bedroom. • Clean floors often with a vacuum cleaner that has a HEPA filter.
Try an over-the-counter remedy
Several types of nonprescription medications can help ease allergy symptoms. They include:
Rinsing your nasal passages with saline solution (nasal irrigation) is a quick, inexpensive and effective way to relieve nasal congestion. Rinsing directly flushes out mucus and allergens from your nose. Look for a squeeze bottle or a neti pot — a small container with a spout designed for nasal rinsing — at your pharmacy or health food store. Use water that's distilled, sterile, previously boiled and cooled, or filtered using a filter with an absolute pore size of 1 micron or smaller to make up the saline irrigation solution. Also be sure to rinse the irrigation device after each use with similarly distilled, sterile, previously boiled and cooled, or filtered water and leave open to air-dry.
Interested in alternative treatments? Consider these
A number of natural remedies have been used to treat hay fever symptoms. Treatments that may help include extracts of the shrub butterbur and spirulina (a type of dried algae). However, the benefits and safety aren't clear. Some people claim acupuncture can help with seasonal allergy symptoms. There's some evidence that acupuncture works, and there's little evidence of harm. Talk to your doctor before trying alternative treatments.
When home remedies aren't enough, see your doctor
For many people, avoiding allergens and taking over-the-counter medications is enough to ease symptoms. But if your seasonal allergies are still bothersome, don't give up. A number of other treatments are available. If you have bad seasonal allergies, your doctor may recommend that you have skin tests or blood tests to find out exactly what allergens trigger your symptoms. Testing can help determine what steps you need to take to avoid your specific triggers and identify which treatments are likely to work best for you. For some people, allergy shots (allergen immunotherapy) can be a good option. Also known as desensitization, this treatment involves regular injections containing tiny amounts of the substances that cause your allergies. Over time, these injections reduce the immune system reaction that causes symptoms. For some allergies, treatment can be given as tablets under the tongue.
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Research decodes one way cancer survives treatment, proposes a way to prevent it By Mayo Clinic Staff
Cancer cells have various tricks up their metaphorical sleeves to survive in the face of chemotherapy, radiotherapy and other cancer treatments. Now researchers at Mayo have decoded one of those tricks using cell lines and patient-derived cancer cells, and proposed a way to resensitize breast cancer cells to treatment. Cells have proteins on their outer surface that provide information to the body. Some cancer cells have a protein called "PD-L1" on their surface, and it links up with a protein called "PD-1" on the surface of an immune cell called a "T cell." On the T cell, PD-1 acts as a brake on the immune response. When PD-L1 and PD-1 link, T cells gets the message that the cell they're linked to is normal, and no immune response is necessary. Tumor cells, however, use increased PD-L1 on their surface to evade immune surveillance. Today, drugs that target these checkpoints are among the most promising forms of cancer immunotherapy. But in a new publication in “Molecular Cell,� a team of researchers at Mayo Clinic are sharing another way that PD-L1 helps cancer cells. "PD-L1 has a function inside the tumor cell that helps to make the cell resistant to chemotherapy and radiation therapy," says Zhenkun Lou, Ph.D., co-leader of the experimental therapeutics program at Mayo Clinic Cancer Center and one of the senior authors. "Our data suggest that cancer cells with high levels of PD-L1 may be more resistant to standard radiation and chemotherapy."
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RESEARCH: With research, doctors at the Mayo Clinic have been able to use an antibody to help with the resistance of cancer cells to treatment. The team also reported that from this form of immunother- the potential molecular mechanism responsible for cancer rean antibody used in their re- apy. "My lab has produced sev- sistance to therapies that cause search blocked the internal function of PD-L1, making the eral lines of PD-L1 antibodies, DNA damage in cancer cells." Lou provided expertise in the cells more sensitive to treat- and at the same time, we also screened whether chemother- study of DNA damage response ment. apy treatment would increase at the molecular level. Robert PD-L1 expression or not," says Mutter, M.D., provided experPD-L1 research at Mayo Clinic Haidong Dong, M.D., Ph.D., a Dr. Dong. "Unexpectedly, we tise in DNA repair, breast canMayo Clinic cancer immunolo- noticed that tumor cells without cer biology and the application PD-L1 demonstrated increased of DNA targeted therapy in the gist and co-discoverer of PD-L1, sensitivity to certain chemo- clinic to improve treatment outhas been studying the cell-surtherapy that causes DNA dam- comes in patients with resistant face protein for quite a while. age. But the underlying mecha- breast cancer. Since the Food and Drug Ad- nism was not clear." Along with Xinyi Tu, Ph.D., ministration approved a cancer Dong discovered that two of who is mentored by Drs. Mutdrug to block PD-L1 or PD-1, his colleagues also were work- ter and Lou, the team began the lab has searched for a mark- ing on a project in this realm. collaborating to figure out why er, or antibody, that would bind "I found Dr. Lou and Dr. Robert tumor cells that had more PDto those proteins and indicate Mutter," says Dong. "And they L1 were particularly resistant to which patient would benefit had already started defining DNA damage.
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PD-L1 on the inside
What they discovered is that inside the cell, PD-L1 is used to promote repair during chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Their article is the first to report on this internal use, defining a new function for PD-L1 as an RNA-binding protein. PDL1 may protect certain RNAs that code for crucial proteins required for tumor cells to recover from the effects of cancer therapy. They also report that H1A, one of the antibodies created to attach to PD-L1, which was developed with funding from Mayo Clinic's Center for Biomedical Discovery, disrupts part of the PD-L1 protein that helps it maintain its functions in cancer cells. "For human breast cancer cells that express PD-L1, we can use the H1A antibody to cause degradation of PD-L1 and make those cells more sensitive to treatment," says Lou.
But, Dong mentions, this research almost didn't happen. "Initially our routine tests failed," says Dong. "But Dr. Tu, with her precise experimental skills and open mind, persisted and identified a key opportunity. That was crucial." For patients, this research uncovers a new trick cancer uses to avoid death during treatment. The researchers hope that with further work, they will improve treatment outcomes for patients with cancers that resist treatment. "Mayo Clinic provides a unique environment to bring researchers across disciplines together and support the kind of team science that led to this discovery," says Mutter. "At Mayo, the work of our scientists is integrated with the outstanding patient care ongoing every day in the clinic. Each informs one another, driving innovation to address the most
challenging health care problems." Researchers from Mayo Clinic's departments of molecular pharmacology and experimental therapeutics oncology, radiation oncology, and urology were involved in the study, along with a researcher from the George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Funding for the research
was provided by federal grants, Mayo Clinic's Center for Biomedical Discovery, the Mayo Clinic Breast Cancer Specialized Programs of Research Excellence, the Mayo Clinic Building Interdisciplinary Research Careers in Women's Health program, the nonprofit Halt Cancer at X, and the American Society for Radiation Oncology. The authors declared no conflict of interest.
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What to do after suffering a sunburn Summer fun routinely involves days spent soaking up some of the sun’s rays. Relaxing days at the beach, barbecues in the backyard or picnics at the park can make for fun summer activities that create lasting memories. While spending time in the great outdoors is a great way to take advantage of summer weather, it’s important that revelers take steps to prevent sunburn when spending days beneath the hot summer sun. Sunburns may seem temporary, but the Skin Cancer Foundation notes that sunburn can cause long-lasting skin damage. In addition, the SCF notes that a person’s risk for melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer, doubles if he or she has
had more than five sunburns. It can take several hours to notice the full damage of a sunburn, though some people may notice mild symptoms of sunburn more quickly than that. The SCF recommends that people get out of the sun at the first sign of sunburn, and then take the following steps to treat their skin. • Cool the skin down quickly. People sitting near cool water, whether it’s the ocean or a backyard pool, should take a quick dip to cool their skin. Make this dip quick so your skin is not further exposed to the sun. After taking a dip, cover up your skin and get out of the sun, continuing to cool the skin with a cold compress. Do not apply ice directly to sunburned skin. Some
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REDUCING IRRITATION: Applying moisturizer to damp skin can help men and women reduce irritation resulting from sunburn. people may want to take a cool shower or bath after suffering a sunburn. While that’s alright, the SCF recommends keeping the bath or shower short, as long baths or showers can dry the skin, and avoiding harsh soap that can be irritating. • Moisturize skin while it’s still damp. Apply a gentle moisturizing lotion while the skin is still damp, and continue doing so to affected areas for a few days. Avoid petroleum- or oil-based ointments, as they can trap the heat and make burns worse. • Decrease inflammation. A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) like aspirin, ibuprofen or naproxen can help sunburned men and women manage the pain and discomfort associated with their sunburns. Symptoms such as redness and swelling may be mitigated with a 1 percent over-the-counter cortisone cream applied as directed for a few days. • Wear the right clothing. Tight clothing can rub up against sunburned skin and ir-
ritate it even further. Until sunburned skin returns to normal, wear loose, soft and breathable clothing to keep irritation to a minimum. • Make a conscious effort to stay hydrated. Sunburns draw fluid to the surface of skin, taking it away from the rest of the body. So it’s important that men and women who have suffered a sunburn make a conscious effort to drink more fluids until their skin heals so they can avoid becoming dehydrated. • Report severe sunburns to a physician. Symptoms of severe sunburn include blistering of the skin, fever, chills, wooziness, and/or feelings of confusion. Report such symptoms to a physician immediately, and avoid popping blisters, as doing so can lead to infection. Sunburns can always be avoided. Men, women and children planning to spend time in the sun should take every measure to avoid sunburn, which can produce long-lasting damage to the skin.
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Tips to keep kids safe from hot car deaths (StatePoint) Fifty-two children died in hot cars nationwide in 2018 of pediatric vehicular heatstroke — more than any other year on record in the past 20 years. Experts say that these tragic deaths are entirely preventable. “Even one child dying in a hot car is too many,” says Amy Artuso, senior program manager of advocacy at the National Safety Council (NSC), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to eliminate preventable deaths at work, in homes, in communities and on the road. “The good news is that parents and caregivers can act immediately to end these preventable deaths.” June is National Safety Month and an excellent opportunity to review the facts and learn more about keeping kids safe.
Understanding the causes
According to NSC and noheatstroke.org, there are three primary circumstances resulting in deaths of children in hot cars. Knowing what they are can help you avoid them. 1. A caregiver forgetting a child in a vehicle: Leaving a child behind in a parked vehicle is an often-overlooked consequence of distracted driving. NSC advises parents and caregivers to avoid distractions -- such as cell-
Even on mild or cloudy days, temperatures inside vehicles can reach life-threatening levels. Leaving windows slightly open doesn’t help. Children should never be left unattended in a vehicle.
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PREVENTABLE: In 2018, 52 children died of pediatric vehicular. Experts believe that this is entirely preventable and with this article you can understand more about it. phone use — when driving and parking, in order to reduce the risk of forgetting a child in the car. A routine that helps you remember to check for your child in the backseat can help, too. Place a purse, briefcase or even a left shoe in the backseat to force you to take one last look before walking away. 2. The child gaining access
to the vehicle: Keep car doors locked so children cannot gain access, and teach them that cars are not play areas. Children should never be able to access a vehicle on their own. 3. Someone knowingly leaving a child in the vehicle: There is no safe amount of time to leave a child in a vehicle, even if you are just running a quick errand.
Acquaint yourself and anyone who cares for your child with free resources providing vital information about vehicular heatstroke. For example, NSC recently released “Children in Hot Cars,” an online training course providing information about why cars heat up so quickly, why children in particular can succumb to increasing temperatures in cars, and what parents, caregivers and others can do to prevent these needless deaths. The course is interactive, free and can be completed in 15 minutes or less, with a certificate of completion available at the end. It can be found at nsc. org/hotcars. For more information about pediatric vehicular heatstroke, visit noheatstroke. org. Hot car deaths have claimed the lives of children in almost all states in the U.S. However, these deaths are preventable. Learn more about the causes to help keep your family and loved ones safe.
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(StatePoint) Are you an older adult looking for some inspiration to stay physically active? In June, the 2019 National Senior Games presented by Humana will gather a record number of more than 13,700 athletes aged 50 and over to compete in 20 medal sports. Many assume competitors are elite or career athletes. While that’s true for some, others find the opportunity in midlife to learn a new sport or return to an athletic passion of youth that lapsed with the demands and distractions of adulthood. Others discover that organized senior sports provide a motivation to exercise regularly with goals reaching beyond the te-
dium of the treadmill. The National Senior Games Association (NSGA) is comprised of 54 member games held annually throughout the U.S. and Canada. Athletes qualify for the national games in even-numbered years within five-year age divisions. “While people are competing for medals, they are also pursuing their optimum health, which we say is your real personal best,” says Marc T. Riker, CEO of NSGA. “It's a lifelong journey that can begin for anyone, at any skill level, at any age.” The health benefits of athletic competition are striking. On average, athletes measured a fitness
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Caring, Dignity, Teamwork Responsibility, Knowledge Synstelien Community Services is built on the foundation of integrity. We are committed to living out our core values by building trusting relationships with our clients, employees, owners, and in all our community interactions.
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age 25 years younger than their chronological age in an NSGA study of highly-active seniors, developed by researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Another potential benefit of sports participation? Accident prevention. Falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the most common cause of nonfatal trauma-related hospital admissions among older adults, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, results from Senior Athlete Fitness Exam (SAFE) screenings reveal that only 10 percent of senior athletes have a fall in a given year, which is one-third the rate of the general population. Of course, older adults don’t need to play sports to achieve and maintain a better quality of life. Regular exercise and other recreational activity provide tangible health benefits as well. However, competitive sports, such as the Senior Games, engages participants mentally and socially, and provides the goals and motivation often needed to stay active.
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AND WE’RE OFF: Sports participation yields innumerable benefits including accident prevention, health and more. “The Senior Games is about more than competition. It provides fitness, fun and fellowship through sport for older adults nationwide,” says Riker. Founded in 1987, the National Senior Games is the largest Olympic style multisport event in
the world for older adults. Held in different host cities every two years, this year, it’s all happening in Albuquerque, New Mexico June 14-25. To find out more about the Senior Games movement, including state games information, sports
offered, news and athlete profiles, visit NSGA.com. Whether you take a walk around the block, go bowling with a buddy or enter the National Senior Games, it is never too late to start enjoying the benefits of a more active lifestyle.
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ADVOCACY SERVICES Freedom Resource Center 125 W Lincoln Ave #17, Fergus Falls 218-998-1799
Tri-County Health Care Henning Clinic 401 Douglas Avenue Henning, MN 56551 218-583-2953
Health Resources 126 E Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-6050
Tri-County Health Care Ottertail Clinic 232 Minnesota Hwy 78 North Ottertail, MN 56571 218-367-6262
Someplace Safe 106 S Union Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-2853 CHIROPRACTIC CARE Advanced Care ChiroCenter 801 Pebble Lake Rd, Fergus Falls 218-736-7547 Anthony Gettel, Chiropractor 255 Wildwood Trl, Fergus Falls 218-205-6588 Carlson Chiropractic 301 Lincoln Ave E, Fergus Falls 218-736-3972 Cole Chiropractic Health Center 109 N Mill St, Fergus Falls 218-736-5353 Fergus Falls Chiropractic 1304 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-998-2881 Fergus Falls Spine & Injury Center 1515 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-3216 Smith Family Chiropractic 104 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-4113 Tysdal Chiropractic 402 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-998-1099 Vistad Chiropractic 301 N Union, Fergus Falls 218-736-5676 CLINICS LRHC Cancer Care Center 908 Cascade St S, Fergus Falls 218-736-8688 LRHC Clinic 111 West Vernon Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-2221 LRHC Walk-in Clinic 2311 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-6800
DENTAL/ORTHODONTIA Apple Tree Dental 2001 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-998-2218 Drs Hanley & Murphy Dentists 1409 College Way, Fergus Falls 218-739-3245 Prairie’s Edge Dental Associates 106 E Washington Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-9634 Jayme Mace DMD 323 S Cascade St, Fergus Falls 218-736-3179 Lifesmiles 321 Western Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-2481 Northern Lakes Dental 1108 Western Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-4000 Riverfront Dental 124 E Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-5627 Stephen Whoolery DDS 219 E Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-2217 Swelstad Orthodontics 221 E Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-998-5000 Terry Drake DDS 210 N Cascade St, Fergus Falls 218-736-3847 FUNERAL PRE-PLANNING Glende-Nilson Funeral Home 301 E Washington Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-7064 Olson Funeral Home 711 Pebble Lake Rd, Fergus Falls 218-736-7586 HOME HEALTH CARE Accra 119 E Lincoln Ave #103, Fergus Falls 218-736-0246 CK Home Health 106 N 4th Ave, Fergus Falls 218-998-3778
Harmony Home Health 22279 River Oaks Dr, Fergus Falls 218-739-2320 Knute Nelson 403 S Union Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-4098 LB Home Care 805 Channing Ave E Fergus Falls 218-998-1400 New Dimensions 312 N Tower Rd, Fergus Falls 218-739-5856 HOLISTIC HEALTH Fergus Falls Senior Citizens Program 115 Lincoln Ave W, Fergus Falls 218-736-6842 HOSPICE CARE LB Hospice 805 Channing Ave. E, Fergus Falls 218-998-1400 HOSPITALS Lake Region Healthcare 712 S Cascade St, Fergus Falls 218-736-8000 Perham Health 1000 Coney St W, Perham 218-347-4500 Prairie Ridge Hospital 1411 St. Hwy 79 E Elbow Lake, MN 56531 218-685-7300 Tri-County Health Care 415 Jefferson St N Wadena, MN 218-631-3510 INSURANCE AFLAC-Sheri Meis 1008 Frontier Dr, Ste 205 Fergus Falls 218-205-5335 American Family InsuranceAnnabelle Lee 119 Friberg Ave, Ste A Fergus Falls 218-739-3977 AMP Insurance 920 Pebble Lake Rd, Fergus Falls 218-739-3316 Arneson AgencyRosanne Brisson 109 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-5693 Bakken Insurance 115 E Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-2244
Farmers UnionGrant Davenport 114 Lincoln Ste 2, Fergus Falls 218-735-5697 Larson Insurance 125 N Union Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-2652 Eric Shelstad - BC&BS 225 W Lincoln Ave, #100 Fergus Falls 218-739-4451 Mullen Insurance 220 W Cavour Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-4572 Rohde Insurance 1213 N Union Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-3295 Scott Insurance 1403 College Way, Fergus Falls 218-739-2570 MASSAGE John Haugmo Massage 1164 Friberg Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-2720 Poppy Seed Massage 214 E Cavour Ave, Fergus Falls 218-770-0096 Red River Massage 28943 290th Ave, Wendell 218-458-2229 Therapeutic Bodywork 301 Lincoln Ave E, Fergus Falls 218-998-3023 MENTAL HEALTH A Place To Belong 109 N Court, Fergus Falls 218-739-0797 Bridgeway Care 712 Cascade St S, Fergus Falls 218-736-8208 Lakeland Mental Health Center 980 S Tower Rd, Fergus Falls 218-736-6987 Productive Alternatives 1013 N Tower Rd, Fergus Falls 218-998-2525 Solutions Behavioral Healthcare Professionals 1220 N Tower Rd, Fergus Falls 218-998-2992 PHARMACIES Thrifty White Drug 111 W Vernon Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-5770 Thrifty White Drug 1484 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-5565
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Walgreens 326 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-1028 Walmart Pharmacy 3300 State Hwy 210, Fergus Falls 218-739-5559
Park Gardens 215 Skogmo Blvd, Fergus Falls 218-998-4444 Pioneercare 1131 Mabelle Ave S, Fergus Falls 218-998-1500
SENIOR HOUSING Alcott Manor 418 E Alcott Ave, Fergus Falls 218-998-7400
Pioneer Pointe 411 Everett Ave, Fergus Falls 218-739-7772
Ashby Living Center 112 Iverson Ave, Ashby 218-747-2995
Pioneer Senior Cottages Memory Care 1317 Mabelle Ave, Fergus Falls 218-998-9677
Broen Home 824 S Sheridan St, Fergus Falls 218-998-7300 Henning Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 907 Marshall Ave, Henning 218-583-2965 Good Samaritan Society 105 Glenhaven Drive, Battle Lake 218-864-5231 Mill Street Residence 802 S Mill St, Fergus Falls 218-739-2900
Schuett Properties Park View Terrace 100 3rd St N # 1002, Moorhead, MN 56560 218-233-8548 Kaleva Apartments 205 N Walker Ave New York Mills, MN 56567 218-385-3273 Park Manor Estates 1035 Roosevelt Ave Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-2636
River Bend Apartments 222 N Whitford St Fergus Falls, MN 56537 218-736-2557 Mill Pond View Apartments 101 E Mill St Pelican Rapids, MN 56572 218-863-5085 CompassionCare 222 N Whitford St Fergus Falls, MN 56537 218-998-5307 Sheridan House 808 S Sheridan St, Fergus Falls 218-998-7400 LB Woodland Lodge 394 Woodland Dr, Fergus Falls 218-737-6100
VISION 20/20 Optical 111 W Vernon Ave, Fergus Falls 218-998-2020 FF Optometic Center 117 E Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-7555 InVision 810 N Baird Ave, Fergus Falls 218-736-5609 Midwest Vision 2001 W Lincoln Ave #19 Westridge Mall, Fergus Falls 218-739-2236 Otter Tail Eye Care 603 Douglas Ave, Henning 218-583-4673
SUPPORTIVE LIVING SERVICES Synstelien Community Services 128 E Meadowlark Ln, Fergus Falls 218-736-7322
Love where you live at Park Gardens! “We enjoy living here for the good meals and friendly people. Living here, we get to see our son, his wife, and our grand children very often. I also like living close to my brother.” – Arnold & Vivian, tenants since 2013 For more information, call
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215 E Skogmo Blvd Fergus Falls, MN 56537 www.parkgardensfergusfalls.com
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HELPING FAMILIES FOR OVER 25 YEARS. Accra provides support to families that need help in their homes for a loved one with a disability. We’ll help you navigate the different services available to you.
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