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Mystery Trip • October 16, 2024
Deluxe
but that’s
the
you’ll get! $159
person *Payment is Non-refundable. Cancellation Insurance Available & Highly Recommended.
Radio City Christmas Spectacular in New York City • December 7 – 8, 2024
Package includes: Round trip motorcoach transportation, 1 night hotel accommodation, 1 breakfast, ticket to Rockettes Christmas Spectacular (3rd Mezzanine), Onondaga lights tour. $379.00 per person Double Occupancy (one king or two double beds); $369.00 per person Triple Occupancy (two double beds); $359.00 per person Quad Occupancy (two double beds). BASED ON A MINIMUM OF 40 PEOPLE. $100.00 Non-refundable Deposit Per person due at time of booking. Balance due October 11, 2024
Mystery Trip • December 20, 2024
Deluxe motorcoach transportation and a delicious lunch, the rest is a secret! Your final destination is no more than 4 hours away, but that’s all the clues you’ll get! $169 per person *Payment is Non-refundable. Cancellation Insurance Available & Highly Recommended.
Picking Hours: Monday through Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 1pm-6pm 467 Euler Rd. Brockport Check us out on Facebook!
August 3rd & 4th • 9am-5pm
Enjoy local and family-run farm markets!
Cost is $10 (this includes a reusable bag) STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH US!
Live Music on Saturday from 11am-1pm at Navarra’s
Follow us on Facebook (Navarra’s Farm Market and Greenhouses), Instagram (navarras2024) and TikTok (Navarrasgreenhouses)
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Navarra’s Farm Market & Greenhouse
TIPS FOR TAKING STUNNING NATURE PHOTOS
Study what you want to capture. The best photographers do their research. If you want to grab a great photo of an egret by the water’s edge, spend time watching these birds in their habitat and learning their behaviors.This might help you predict when to snap the best photo.
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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE WAITLIST
Frances Apartments • 1 Lifetime Way, Brockport
WELCOME to Frances Apartments, owned by Frances Apartments LLC, and professionally managed by Cornerstone Property Managers, LLC. Our community is operated under the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program (LIHTC), within Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code and Housing Trust Fund (HTF). This program is designated to facilitate the housing needs of moderate to low income individuals and families. Applicants with Section 8 travel vouchers or certificates may apply for residency. Please see enclosed documentation regarding qualifications and application.
Residency in all of the apartments at Frances is limited to those households having low to moderate incomes. In addition to standard wages, income includes monies received from many sources such as alimony, child support, pensions and social security, etc. The units at Frances Apartments will serve below income groups. Listed below are the current (2024) maximum allowable incomes (by household size) for Monroe County:
• Tenant is responsible for payment of gas and electric bills.
• All information on income provided by applicants must be verified before occupancy. This qualification and certification process must also be completed annually upon renewal.
• Standard security deposits have been established and are equal to one month’s rent.
• Applications will be time and date stamped processed on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Please return all completed applications personally to:
Frances Apartments
1 Lifetime Way
Brockport, NY 14420
Please call (585) 637-6428 with any questions
TTY 711
francesapts@rcgltd.net
This project is posted online at www.NYHousingSearch.gov
FRANCES APARTMENTS
Brockport, New York
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE WAITLIST
Frances II Apartments • 1 Lifetime Way, Brockport
WELCOME to Frances Apartments II, owned by Frances Apartments II, LLC and professionally managed by Cornerstone Property Managers, LLC. Our community is operated under the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program (LIHTC), within Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code. is program is designated to facilitate the housing needs of moderate to low income individuals and families. is program is not connected with Section 8 although applicants with Section 8 travel vouchers or certificates may apply for residency.
Residency in all of the apartments at Frances Apartments II is limited to those households having moderate to low incomes. In addition to standard wages, income includes monies received from many sources such as pensions, social security, retirement accounts, alimony, etc. Listed below are the current (2024) maximum allowable incomes (by household size) for Monroe County:
• All information on income provided by applicants must be verified before occupancy. This qualification & certification process must also be completed annually upon renewal.
• Tenant is responsible for payment of gas and electric bills. Water, Sewer and Trash included. Off street parking, Energy Star appliances and fixtures, Washer/Dryer hookups, balcony/patio, and all home are located on or near a public bus line.
• Standard security deposits have been established and are equal to one month’s rent.
• Applications may be obtained by phone, mail or at the rental office at 1 Lifetime Way Brockport, NY 14420.
Please return all completed applications to:
Frances Apartments II
Phone (585) 637-6428, TTY 711
Fax (585) 637-6653
Email francesapts@rcgltd.net
The project is posted online at www.NYHousingSearch.gov
FRANCES APARTMENTS
Brockport, New York
In winter I get up at night And dress by yellow candle-light. In summer quite the other way I have to go to bed by day.
~Robert Louis Stevenson
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Fair Housing Enforcement Project Monroe County Legal Assistance Center 1 W. Main Street Rochester, NY 14614 (585) 325-2500 • www.lawny.org
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
MAINTAIN SPARKLING CLEAR POOL WATER
Maintaining a satisfactory level of disinfectant will help prevent the multiplication of bacteria and algae in the pool. Many pools are kept clean throughtheuseofchlorineproducts.Theratioofchlorinetowaterneeded to maintain the clarity of the water depends on the size of the pool, the sanitizer used, weather, sunlight and evaporation, and the pH. In many instances, the available free chlorine in a pool when tested should be between 3 and 4 ppm to offer adequate sanitation. Frequent testing will help pool owners gauge how well the pool water is holding chlorine and how to compensate if extra is needed.
BRICK HOMES FIGHT FIRES THE LONGEST
(NAPSI)—Firefighters report that it takes about an hour and a half for a fire to breach a brick home-as compared to fiber cement in under an hour and vinyl siding in just minutes.
Choosing brick exteriors to protect their own firehouses, firefighters say brick homes help slow the spread, offering the extra few minutes to help save lives and property as this brief video shows.
While the International Residential Code (IRC) does not require cladding on singlefamilyhomestohaveafirerating,theInternationalBuildingCode(IBC)acknowledges that fired-clay brick has tested to provide a minimum one-hour fire resistance rating alone,regardless of backing material.This is something that synthetic materials—such as fiber cement—cannot claim.
Primarily made of clay, brick is classified as a noncombustible material that will not burn, melt or combust.
In a one-hour severe fire test conducted independently for the Brick Industry Association (BIA), vinyl siding burned after only 18 minutes, fiber cement failed within one hour and fired-clay brick withstood the flames after one hour.The test was conducted in accordance with ASTM E119, the Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials.
Learn More: BIA is the nationally recognized authority on clay brick construction representing the nation’s distributors and manufacturers of clay brick and suppliers of related products. To learn more, go to Fire Prevention at www.gobrick.com.
ELECTRICAL
FREE HOME ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS
The PathStone Weatherization Assistance Program is available for income-eligible households in Monroe County located outside of the city limits.
HEAP Recipients
Automatically Eligible
Income guidelines are:
Family of 1: $36,420
Family of 2: $47,640
Family of 3: $58,848
Family of 4: $70,056
By Fifi Rodriguez
1. TELEVISION: What was SpongeBob SquarePants’ original name when the story was pitched?
2. MOVIES: Which famous horror film was set at Crystal Lake, New Jersey?
3. LANGUAGE: In Great Britain, what are stabilisers?
4. MUSIC: Which band had a hit with the 1961 “The Lion Sleeps Tonight”?
5. GEOGRAPHY: How many U.S. states have a border with Mexico?
6. MATH: How many sides does a hectogon have?
7. INVENTIONS: In what year were flat-screen TVs first sold?
8. FOOD & DRINK: What kind of cheese is used in a caprese salad?
9. U.S. STATES: Which state’s nickname is “The Land of Enchantment”?
10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What kind of dog is Scooby-Doo in the animated cartoons?
(Family Features) Here are three things you can do to help protect your mobile devices and your identity: Password protect your device. A recent study by Javelin Strategy and Research found that even though many smartphones are being used to handle sensitive financial information, only 33 percent of smartphone owners password-protect their devices. If your phone falls into the wrong hands, you could make it very easy for someone to access your personal information and steal your identity.
Review your social network privacy settings. It’s not just advertisers taking advantage of the personal information you include on your social network sites. As the use of social networking continues to increase, it’s expected that the use of malware will rise, too. Cybercriminals are always looking for ways to steal information and money. So you need to review your privacy settings frequently, be careful of what apps you install, and never “friend” someone you don’t know.
Consider getting extra protection. There are a growing number of tools available to help you monitor and protect your identity as well as restore your name and credit, should your identity get stolen. For example, Mobile Rhino is a specialty
program that not only insures your device, but also offers an Identity Monitoring Service that alerts you of any changes that could indicate someone else is using your information.
Training wheels.
The Tokens. 5. Four: California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas.
Mulch refers to a material spread around or over a plant to enrich and/or insulate its soil. Many homeowners prefer mulch made of wood chips, which is both effective and readily available. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency notes that organic mulches, which include leaves, wood chips, compost or grass clippings, can be used by homeowners who want to develop eco-friendly landscapes.
Students who meet certain requirements may be eligible for scholarships. While academic or athletic skills are the first criteria associated with scholarships, they are not the only avenues by which students can pursue scholarships. Scholarships may be offered to students of certain ethnic groups; children of employees at particular companies; or to students who live in particular states. Local branches of organizations like the Rotary Club or Kiwanis also may give out scholarships.
MAINTAIN SPARKLING CLEAR POOL WATER
Maintaining the proper chemical balance of pool water will help keep it clean and protect system components from damage. The pH level of pool water measures its acidity or alkalinity. The pH level should be between 7.4 and 7.6 for best results. Latham Pool Products says water that is too acidic can cause eye and skin irritation and damage liners or equipment with corrosion. High pH may cause cloudy water and make chlorine less active. Again, frequent testing helps pool owners understand their water chemistry better and make adjustments.
Curled, cracked or missing shingles may prove troublesome. Inclement weather can test the strength of even the most durable roofs. Even though many roofs are designed to last up to 30 years, some may need to be replaced early, particularly when they have been exposed to harsh weather over a period of years. Individual shingles can be replaced as spot treatments, but if the damage is widespread, a new roof may be necessary.
Venture off campus. Towns that rely heavily on colleges or universities to support their economies typically offer great deals to students willing to venture off campus. Local businesses, including bars, restaurants and entertainment venues like mini golf facilities or bowling alleys, may offer student discounts to entice kids to leave campus. Students can take advantage of these offerings to save on food and entertainment, which tend to be among the more pricey cost-of-living expenses college students contend with.
My mom passed on her obsession of all things antique or vintage. I love to go thrift store shopping or explore any sort of garage sale. Treasure hunting is a family passion. ~Zoey Deutch
Hollink Motorsports 2 Day Online Dispersal
Bidding closes at 5pm on 8/12 & 8/13
Spencerport, NY
Having closed their doors Hollink Motorsports will sell their entire inventory including: Kioti NX6010 tractor with loader; ‘16 Kawasaki Mule Pro-FX; Multiple new Honda & Yamaha generators; plus lots of new helmets, clothing, footwear, tires, parts, and more! Plus PWC, trailers, NOS parts, used parts, tools and much more! Over 2,500 lots!
See our website, www.williamkentinc.com, for more information!
PO Box 58
Stafford, NY 14143
585-343-5449
www.williamkentinc.com
DID YOU KNOW?
Without pollinators, more than 100 crops grown in the United States would not be able to thrive. Plants, including various fruits, vegetables, nuts and more, rely on pollinators to ensure to transport pollen. Though many plants are self-pollinating and others are pollinated by the wind or water, many others rely on insects and animals to become pollinated. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says birds, bees, bats, butterflies, moths, flies, beetles, and small mammals all can work as pollinators. Examples of crops pollinated by pollinators include apples, squash and almonds.Animals and insects help pollinate more than 75 percent of the world’s flowering plants, and nearly 75 percent of all crops, according to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Unfortunately, pesticide use can diminish the number of natural pollinators. Natural gardening and pest-control can help protect the habitats of pollinators.
Professional Pest Control Services is here to help you with all your pest concerns! Yellow Jacket, Wasp & Hornet Nests Treatment
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FACTORS THAT CAN ADVERSELY AFFECT MOOD
Hunger: A 2018 study from researchers at the University of Guelph in Ontario found evidence that a change in glucose levels can have a lasting effect on mood.The study, published in the journal Psychopharmacology, found that rats injected with a glucose metabolism blocker experienced stress and depressed mood due to the resultant hypoglycemia. The study lends credence to the notion that many people have about feeling moody when they don’t eat.
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GO GREEN WHEN SPENDING TIME OUTDOORS THIS SUMMER
Magic Maze CHESS
GAMBITS
Embrace eco-friendly activities. Various activities, from organic gardening to planting trees to beach cleanups, provide a great way to get outdoors and help the planet at the same time. Men and women who grow their own vegetables can take solace knowing that the vegetables they’re eating each night did not require the depletion of any natural resources to go from garden to table. Signing up for beach cleanups can prevent trash, including harmful plastics, from making its way into the world’s oceans, and such cleanups provide a great excuse to go to the beach.
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Jewelry (Any condition)
Coins
Stamps
Chili Jewelry & Coin
MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel
* On Aug. 7, 1987, Lynne Cox braves the freezing waters of the Bering Strait to make the first recorded swim from the U.S. to the Soviet Union. Her swim took 2 hours and 16 minutes.
Each mumbered row contains two clues and two answers. e two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.
BAR BELLS with several plates weighing 2-1/2 to 25 lbs. TRAILER
SWAY BARS with chains length 29”. TODDLERS LIFE VEST. sbly5722@gmail.com
TIGER LILIES and ROSE OF SHARON. You dig. 315-584-3626
Small ROSE BUSH. You dig and remove. 585-388-0318
MEMORABILIA - clippings, pins, programs, and more of Oak Hill CC, PGA 2003, Rider Cup 1995, Centennial, US Amateur Championship 1998. Fairport. 585-388-0318
5 x 8 UTILITY TRAILER. 585-732-8410
40+ hardcover READER’S DIGEST CONDENSED BOOKS, a ROLLING WALKER and two REGULAR WALKERS. Call before noon. 585-813-5325
Large SOFA and two HARDEN FURNITURE CHAIRS. Very clean. Bloomfield. 315-240-4047
VHS TAPES - children, adult, hunting, etc. barbhetrick@msn.com
GUITAR WORLD MAGAZINES - About 50 from mid 90s to 2011. Must take all!! 585-229-2100
Partners large wood DESK and CREDENZA, two wood COMPUTER DESKS, heavy metal OFFICE DESK. Need pickup truck to move. Perinton. 585-385-3482
CHINA CABINET - Two piece. The top section has glass doors. Needs some repair work. 585-993-2428
Several hundred square yards of heavy black PLASTIC SHEETING. Used for weed suppression - did the job. Come get it. 585-727-6125
CHEST FREEZER 5 cf. Good condition, clean. You pick up. 585-409-1161
8x10 and 11x14 PICTURE GLASS. gmperzel@rochester.rr.com
Solid WOOD HANGERS, all (except 2) include pants rod; approx. 20. Take all. Northern Penfield. penfieldmurphys@yahoo.com
FULL SIZE BED, MATTRESS, and FRAME. Very comfortable, good condition. rwarner9@rochester.rr.com
Two WHISKEY BARRELS. Decent shape. Webster. 585-739-7614
VHS GOLF INSTRUCTION TAPES. 585-486-4038
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Seeking a DIRT BIKE or ATV, gas powered, running or not for father/ son project. Please text or call Matt 315-576-1278
KITCHEN TABLE. 585-236-0426
FIRE TV STICK, FISHING EQUIPMENT, heavy duty foldup CAMPING CHAIRS. T-SHIRTS and regular shirts 5X. COSTUME JEWELRY. 585-415-8513
DRYER needed in good working condition. 585-993-2170
KID’S SANDBOX with LID. Classic turtle sandbox or similar. Must be small enough to fit in SUV. 315-244-1273
Child’s TRACTOR, BACKHOE or CONSTRUCTION VEHICLE that a 5-year-old can sit on. 585-820-9245
One length of PRESSURE TREATED WOOD 2’ x 6’ x 8’ to 10’ length in solid very good condition. penfieldmurphys@yahoo.com
Looking for any type of FARM PEDAL TRACTOR. 585-352-4689
Large amounts of FIBER FILL or FOAM PADDING ROLLS for welding pads/dog beds, etc. 585-519-1261
3-WHEEL TRIKE. 585-533-1482
Pair of BOAT DOWN RIGGERS. 585-374-5768
DEHUMIDIFIER for basement. 585-202-6508
SICKLE PEAR TREE - many wonderful childhood memories. Does anyone have any pears they would like to share? 585-576-6959
ADULT NUTRITION DRINKS, any brand. Lakeville. Call or text 585-649-8706
MEN’S DISPOSABLE UNDERWEAR, L-XL. 585-310-7581
POKÉMON CARDS for granddaughter to expand her collection. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com
Old TABLETOP TUBE RADIOS. Working or non-working. bartonta@gmail.com
40-GALLON REPTILE TANK with door. Honeoye Falls-Lima area. mchase0313@gmail.com
Large BENCH needed for church meditation garden. 585-293-1874
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active senior living
Here’s A Tip
BYLINE: By JoAnn Derson
* "If you pull all the way into your garage, tack some carpet scraps to the wall that you pull in toward. It will protect the wall's paint, and it will protect your car's bumper if you accidentally rub the wall." -- U.F. in North Carolina
* Stop runs in hose or tights by painting the bottom of the run with clear nail polish. Let dry and repeat. Do this while wearing them, and gently unstick from the skin. It works better when they are stretched as they will be worn, and you don't risk attaching it to the other side of the tights.
Hocus Focus
BY HENRY BOLTINOFF
BRIGHTER
HOMETOWN PHOTOS
Kindness is shared
Thank you very much to the person who paid for us at Applebee’s in Fairport. You were very thoughtful and we appreciate your kindness. It was a heartwarming surprise!! We will pass it forward!
Please Be Responsible
Making the world a better place, one step at a time
Thank you so much for sharing the story about our fearless leader, Brad Carlson. He's been integral to BSA 410 and is just an amazing human being overall. May we all strive to make our communities a better place and pass on our knowledge and expertise to the next generation, as Brad does and has!
So many people start not feeling good and automatically assume and tell others oh it's only a cold. Or it's only allergies. Many hear those words all the time. You don't know that for sure because Covid symptoms presents as a cold or allergies in some. Please respect others and test yourself as not to spread it to others. It only takes a few minutes. Some people really trying to protect themselves can get very sick. Please be responsible. One can easily spread it to six or seven people, and those six or seven people can spread it to another six or seven people, and so on. Some people can still pass away from Covid if they're sick enough.
Stop the Stink
Cigarette smokers, please don’t stand near entrances to stores or businesses. The smoke is carcinogenic and the wind carries it. And please don’t toss the butts on the ground and walk away. Smoke in your vehicle or your own home. Tossing them out your windows is disgusting, plus it’s littering.
2024 BEST OF THE BEST
GENERAL EXCELLENCE:
FEATURED MEDIA, AVON
“This recognition is so well deserved for all who work so hard for our advertisers and readers. Thank you all so much!”
-OUR PRESIDENT, STEVE HARRISON’S APPRICIATIVE NOTE TO OUR FEATURED MEDIA TEAM
Each year we enter various categories in the Association of Community Publishers (ACP) national contest and we’re so pleased with this year’s results.
1ST PLACE Special Section • Food & Drink • General Excellence 2ND PLACE Best Use of Digital • Self Promo • Banner/Masthead 3RD PLACE Best Use of Art or Photography
August
3,
2024 is National Disc Golf Day!
The 1920s are the earliest known games, allegedly. A group of children at Bladworth Elementary School in Saskatchewan, Canada are reportedly the first ones to play a version of disc golf. In 1965 George Sappenfield is on break from Fresno State University and working as a recreation counselor when an idea hits him as he plays golf — he wonders if the kids in his playground would like to play golf with Frisbees, and he is right. The First O cial Disc Golf Course was built in 1975. American toy inventor Ed Headrick installs the first o cial course at Oak Grove Park in Pasadena, Los Angeles County, California — the targets are simply permanent poles. Disc Golf gains mainstream attention in 2015. Disc golf appears on ESPN's Top 10 Plays on SportsCenter, taking this sport into mainstream media, too.
Say Goodbye to Dirt, Stains & Odors Say Hello to a Fresh, Clean Home
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Hamlin Public Library
1680 Lake Road, Hamlin
585.964.2320 hamlinlibraryny.org
M & W 10am-6pm
Tu./Th. 10am-8pm
F.10am-4pm Sat. 10am-2pm
Hoag Library
134 S. Main St., Albion
585.589.4246 Visit our website for hours. www.hoaglibrary.org
Holley Community
Free Library
86 Public Square, Holley 585.638.6987 • holleylibrary.org
Hrs.: M & W: 10am-8pm Tu, Th, & F: 10am-5pm Sat: 10am-2pm Sept.-June (closed Sat. during summer)
Seymour Library 161 East Ave., Brockport 585.637.1050 www.seymourlibraryweb.org
Hrs.: M-Th: 10am-8pm F: 10am-6pm Sat: 10am-3pm
Here’s what’s happening at your local library…
STRANGE BUT TRUE
By Lucie Winborne
* David Babcock broke a Guinness World Record for his time in the Kansas City marathon, at 5 hours, 48 minutes and 27 seconds. But not for running -- he managed to complete the race while knitting a scarf that measured just over 12 feet long. As he said later, “Knitting the whole way really did help distract me from the hard parts of the marathon.”
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High Creatinine and GFR Levels Signify Severe Kidney Damage
DEAR DR. ROACH: Last summer, a city policeman came to my door. My doctor had been unable to contact me with the results of a recent blood test and called the police. The policeman handed me a card with the results written on it. My creatinine level was 4.1, and my glomerular filtration rate (GFR) was 14. He said the numbers indicated that my kidneys were failing and that I should go to the emergency room immediately. Except for swelling in one ankle, I had no symptoms.
During a day and a half in the hospital, I lost 14 pounds of fluid after the insertion of a catheter. Within two weeks, my creatinine level was measured at 2.1. After a few months of wearing the catheter, my prostate was “trimmed back” (my words, not the doctor’s) using a procedure called a “TURP.” I am back to normal. What is a TURP, and how routine is it? Are there any long-term negative effects? How close did I come to kidney failure? -- T.J.R. ANSWER: Your problem was obstruction of urine flow due to an enlarged prostate. The urethra (the tube that carries urine out of the body) goes right through the middle of the prostate, and an enlarged prostate can block flow partially or completely. This is a very common problem. Sometimes the urine flow stops entirely, but this doesn’t have to happen in order for kidney damage to occur. It’s the increased pressure in the bladder that causes damage. Creatinine is an end product of protein metabolism, and since it is removed by the kidney, it’s a good indicator of kidney function. The higher the creatinine level, the worse the kidney function. The creatinine level (along with age and sex) are used to estimate the GFR, a direct statement of a person’s kidney function.
A (stable) GFR of less than 15 is considered stage 5 kidney failure, which usually means that dialysis will be necessary to preserve life. Note that creatinine itself isn’t the problem; it’s a marker for the fact that the kidney can’t remove all the other waste products, which will then build up and make a person very ill.
When a person with urinary obstruction develops a creatinine level over 6, it’s likely that they will have permanent kidney damage, but I have seen people with higher levels recover and some with lower levels experience permanent kidney function loss. My guess is that you were only a few days away from having permanent damage.
A trans-urethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a traditional treatment for an enlarged prostate. Although newer treatments are often used in situations where there is plenty of time to spare, a TURP is a routine treatment for the type of obstruction you had. There are possible long-term side effects from a TURP, such as erectile dysfunction, but those are usually noticed immediately after surgery and often get better over time.
Finally, a plea: Make sure that your doctor has your up-to-date contact information, including your emergency contacts. We physicians are very grateful to have the police available for emergencies, but would rather not have to use them. I try to remind my resident physicians to be sure that we have a working contact number any time we order a test, but it’s best if both the patient and physician have it on their lists. Even routine tests can occasionally come back with critical results.
Individuals with cataracts may begin to experience diminished vision. Harvard Medical School says cataracts typically do not cause any symptoms until they have grown large enough to affect vision.Afterwards, symptoms can include:
· Double vision
· Cloudy or blurry vision
· Seeing halos around lights
· Increased glare sensitivity
· Colors appearing faded or yellow
· Requiring more light to read
· Difficulty seeing well at night
THE HIDDEN BENEFITS OF WATER
Dehydration is a dangerous condition that can cause a host of complications and even prove fatal in severe cases. But as dangerous as dehydration can be, many cases are entirely preventable.
The best way to prevent dehydration is to drink enough water. When the body does not take in as much water as it puts out, it can become dehydrated. People who live in warm climates or in elevated altitudes may lose more water than those who do not. In addition, water loss is accelerated during strenuous exercise, highlighting the emphasis men and women must place on drinking enough water during their workouts.
Water helps the body in myriad ways, many of which might surprise people unaware of just how valuable water can be to the body.
THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF SPINACH
• Spinach is good for your bones. Green foods, including kale, spinach and brussel sprouts, are great sources of vitamin K and calcium, each of which promotes healthy bones.
• Spinach can help fight off viruses. Leafy green vegetables, including spinach, are loaded with vitamins and nutrients that strengthen the body’s immune response.
• Spinach promotes a healthy heart. Spinach is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, B vitamins, and fiber, making it a heart-healthy food worthy of addition to anyone’s diet.
• Spinach can benefit your eyes. Spinach is high in the antioxidant lutein. Lutein naturally absorbs UV blue light, which is the most harmful wavelength of sunlight. Uncooked spinach tends to be the most effective way to consume it and still benefit from lutein.
Variety is the spice of life when it comes to protein sources. Eat different foods to ensure the body gets all of the nutrients it requires.
MAGGIE COLEMAN’S MISSION TO
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A Chemical Engineering major at University of Buffalo, Maggie Coleman has been a real estate agent in Rochester for 11 years, making authentic connections and helping people fulfill their dreams. Maggie lives in Irondequoit with her fiancé, Anthony, and their three pups, Odin, Capellini, and JB. She and Anthony love the local food scene and love to dine out. She also loves to travel to Maine and “visit family and eat as many lobster rolls as I possibly can when I am there.” She loves running and walking around her neighborhood, or for a drive, she says she loves Chimney Bluffs.
An avid weightli er for almost 20 years, Maggie found herself paying more and more attention to her cardio workouts post-COVID. She says, “I have found that when I do more cardio-based activities, I feel better.” For the past year, she has tuned in more to tracking her step count and making sure she gets her body not only li ing but moving as a whole.
She also recognized a need in the Rochester community for groups with no cost and low stakes for women to get together socially, be
“When women support each other, incredible things happen.”
and making new friends. Maggie says, “It’s an opportunity to be part of something so special while enhancing your overall well-being.”
Maggie says she’d love to continue to grow this amazing group, and she has set her sights on starting a podcast meeting with local businesswomen and sharing their stories with the Rochester community. She says, “I think there is a huge need to share more positivity in the community and I would love to continue to grow and do just that.”
Maggie says her top two favorite locations RocGirlWalks has visited so far are Turning Point Park and Durand Eastman Beach. She says, “Both have amazing trails that bring you by water and woods, and both of them were so beautiful!” Maggie looks forward to RocGirlWalks’ first autumn for walks. “Not only is it the best time of year, but the beauty of the leaves changing color and the smell of the crisp air – It is unbeatable!”
A big reason some women join walking clubs is for safety in groups, Maggie admits, and safety is paramount to RocGirlWalks. eir walk location changes with each meetup, with only a general area noted publicly, and members must be on Maggie’s email list to learn the exact meetup location. She helps reduce walker anxiety and increase safety by sending out detailed information on precise location and route (though once you arrive, it’s hard to miss the mass of women ready to welcome you, as I discovered when I met them), as well as parking and restroom facilities available at the particular meetup location.
each month, with other outings sprinkled in. Walks typically range around three miles in a little over an hour, usually with at least one weeknight walk and a Saturday morning walk or two. Forthcoming will be longer weekend walks for those interested. Women come together to network, get fresh air, and get their steps in as they explore beautiful parks, trails, and communities around Rochester.
“Rochester is so big, so we strive to have different walking locations every time,” Maggie explains, adding that choosing locations across the community also helps “ensure we can reach the people of our community wherever they are.”
Joining RocGirlWalks means gaining a supportive community, improving your fitness by getting in steps, boosting self-confidence, BY
Maggie Coleman’s story is a testament to the power of community, the joy of fitness, and the impact one person can have when they see a need and take action. Whether she’s helping someone find their dream home or leading a group of women on a walk through Rochester’s scenic trails, Maggie embodies a spirit of positivity, support, and genuine connection. RocGirlWalks is more than just a walking club; it’s a movement that brings women together, fostering friendships, promoting wellness, and empowering each member to thrive.
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