Pet-A-Palooza Pet Adoption Day Saturday! Curtis Lumber will host their 2nd annual pet adoption day Saturday, June 18, 2011 across all 22 retail stores located throughout New York State and Vermont. Stop by your local stores in Schuylerville, Hoosic and Granville to show your support. See Pg. 3 and 7.
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The Schaghticoke Fairgrounds will host its first-ever 'Motor Mania' event Saturday starting at 10 a.m. The event includes a swap meet, food, music and lots of auto racing action. All the exciting details inside.
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Bible School FORT MILLER The Fort Miller Reformed Church at 1239 Fort Miller Road is accepting registrations for its Vacation Bible School that will run from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 11 to 15. For children age pre-school through grade 6. Information/registration: Debbie Bailey at 695-3531.
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Bible School CAMBRIDGE The Cambridge United Presbyterian Church is accepting registrations for its Vacation Bible School that will run from 6 to 8:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday, July 25 to 28, at the Brieman Building in Cambridge. All community children are invited to attend. Information/registration: 518677-3863.
Book Sale GREENWICH The Friends of the Greenwich Free Library Book Sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, June 17 and 18, at the library. Hardcover books will cost only $1, and paperbacks and children’s books will sell at four for $1. Also, Friends of the Greenwich Library members will have an opportunity to shop this sale from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 16. Information: 518-692-2027.
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Legion Supper SCHAGHTICOKE The Charles Waldron American Legion Auxiliary 731 will serve a Friday Night Supper from 4 to 7 p.m. on June 17 at American Legion Post 731, 181 Lower Main St. in Schaghticoke. Cost: $8. This supper is served each Friday with few exceptions. Information: 518-753-4188.
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Family Fun Amusements. Wristbands will be available for those who wish to purchase unlimited rides. Live music will be ongoing each night, with bands including the Black River Canyon Band, Soul Survivor, Earth Arcade, the Ray Evans Family Band, Kissmummy and Bad Dog Spike. On Saturday at about 10:45 p.m., the carnival wraps up with a huge fireworks display. If the weather is prohibitive on Saturday, the parade will take place on Sunday, with the fireworks show going off after dusk. The midway will be open for a time prior to the fireworks on the Sunday rain date.
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Whipple City Fest GREENWICH Looking for some great family fun this weekend? The 19th Annual Whipple City Festival in Greenwich kicks off Friday, June 17 at 6 p.m. with a parade themed “The Circus.” “It’s truly an amazing weekend,” said spokesperson M i c h e l l e DeGarmo. “You can go all three days and find something different to do every day.” The parade will step off at the K-Mart parking lot at 6 p.m. Grand Marshals for this year’s parade are the Greenwich school bus drivers, in honor of their collective 200 years of service to Greenwich Central School. In conjunction with the “circus” theme, the festival is hosting “Trevor the Games Man” on Friday night. The professional stiltwalker and entertainer will march in the parade and mingle with the spectators. At 6:30 p.m., he will perform an “Aerial Delights” show on the lawn in front of the Town Hall on Academy Street.
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The FREEPRESS • Friday, June 17, 2011 • 3 Following the parade on Friday, the Dry Town Drifters will play country music at Mowry Park. The park will also be the location of a craft fair and food vendors. Festivities start off Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. with the 12th annual Whipple City 5k run/walk. A portion of the proceeds from the race will support the Greenwich Central School District/Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce Scholarship for a graduate entering a New York State business program. This year, the festival will have a caricature artist on hand on hand in Mowry Park from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday. “It’s a cool new addition,” said DeGarmo. Those who wish to get their portraits done can buy tickets after the parade on Friday at the Greenwich Chamber booth. Attendees will find a very locally-based event, with local businesses and local food vendors having a presence. And unlike some festivals, people won’t need deep pockets to have fun. “It’s possible to come and have a wonderful day for very little money,” she said. Kids won’t want to miss Puddles the Clown’s magic show at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday and noon on Sunday. The festival’s musical entertainment, which will be ongoing throughout the weekend, has become very diversified, said DeGarmo. From 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, the duo Kangarooster will perform the best of rock, soul and country from the sixties to today.
Saturday night from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., the popular Celtic Rock group Hair of the Dog will appear. Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m., don’t miss Harold Ford and the Cash Band paying homage to the Man in Black. The festival opens Sunday with a Praise and Prayer Service at 11 a.m., and continues throughout the day with family fun and entertainment at various locations around the village. Horse and wagon rides will be given Saturday and Sunday, wildlife, reindeer, emus and alpacas will be on display at Dorr Park, and pony rides will be available at the Town Commons. There is no admission charge for the festival. For more information, visit www. greenwichchamber.org.
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Bieber Movie SCHUYLERVILLE The Justin Bieber movie, “Never Say Never,” will be screened at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 17, at the Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry Street. This film is rated G and runs 105 minutes. Free and open to all. Information: 518-695-6641, or www.schuylervillelibrary.sals.edu.
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NEW YORK STATE Twentytwo Curtis Lumber stores throughout the state of New York will host the Second Annual Pet-A-Palooza Pet Adoption Day on Saturday, June 18. Each store will have multi-
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5K, 1K GREENWICH The Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce will host its 12th Annual Whipple City 5K Run/ Walk through the village and countryside at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 18., from the Greenwich Central School. Cost: $20 in advance, $25 race day, with T-shirts to the first 200 registrants. Prizes will be awarded. Registration forms are available at the Battenkill YMCA, the Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce, and at Helping Hands Physical Therapy. Online registration: www.active.com. Also, following the 5K, children age 12 and younger will participate in a 1K CONTINUED
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Food Pantry Open SCHAGHTICOKE The Food Pantry at the Hoosic Valley Community Church, 2024 Route 40 in Schaghticoke, will be open from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 18. The pantry is open on the third Saturday each month. Information: 753-6984.
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Motor Mania SCHAGHTICOKE For the first time, Motor Mania on June 18 at the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds will include the National Lawnmower Racing Series, a unique event sanc-
tioned by the A m e r i c a n Racing Mower Association (ARMA). A fast-g rowing national racing organization, ARMA offers up to nine classes of racing, from the minimally modified Super Stocks class with speeds of around 20 mph, to the Super Sportsman, Pro-X and Super Mod classes where speeds can top 90 mph. Drivers from all parts of the United States will compete in the event, which is one of 20 stops that are part of the ARMA National Points Series. Heat races will begin at 3 p.m. Motor Mania also includes the traditional Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show. Gates open at 10 a.m. for registration. The
MOTOR MANIA AT THE SCHAGHTICOKE FAIRGROUNDS
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Admission is $10 per car and includes both shows and the swap meet For more information, call 518-753-4411, x13 RAIN OR SHINE! or visit www.schaghticokefair.com The Schaghticoke Fairgrounds are located at Rts 67 & 40 in Schaghticoke, NY
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first 100 entries will receive dash plaques and goody bags. The event, which will be held rain or shine, includes a swap meet, food, music vendors and entertainment. Admission price of $10 per car includes both shows and the swap meet. For more information, call the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds at 518-753-4411 ext. 13 or visit www. schaghticokefair.com. The fairgrounds are located at Rts. 67 & 40 in Schaghticoke, NY.
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Museum Tours GREENWICH The Rough and Ready Engine Co. #2 Museum at 29 Main Street in Greenwich will be open for Self-Guided Tours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, June 18 and 19. The museum is not handicap accessible. Cost: Free, d o n at i o n s accepted. Information: 518-692-7218.
New Exhibit STILLWATER The Saratoga National Historical Park is presenting a new exhibit entitled “They Had No Choice: Animals Exploited and Appreciated in t h e Revolutionary War.” The exhibit, to be on display for one year, features historical images, artifacts, contemporary artwork and original accounts depicting the multifacted roles played by horses, oxen, cattle, dogs and many other animals during the Battles of Saratoga and the Revolutionary War. Park Ranger Joe Craig notes, “No army of the time could have functioned without using many different animals for transportation, food and clothing. It wasn’t their conflict – but it became their fate.” Also new this year is the Wilkinson Trail iPod/MP3 narrated tour program, which features actors’ voices describing personal experiences during the Battles of Saratoga. Visitors can listen to the program on their own device as they walk the scenic 4.2 mile trail. The free, downloadable file is available on www.nps.gov/sara. For more information about these new offerings or other programs at Saratoga National Historical Park, call the visitor center at 518-664-9821 ext. 224.
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Week of June 13, 2011
Sun exposure is nothing to take lightly By Derek Liebig
“Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers and it accounts for nearly half of all cancers in the United States,” said Vickie Yattaw, RN, OCN, CBCN, Oncology Resource Nurse at the C.R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital. One of the worst types of skin cancer is melanoma. Although it only accounts for three percent of skin cases, it causes more than 75 percent of skin cancer deaths. It’s also one of the most common cancers among adolescents and young adults ages 15-29. Although anyone can get skin cancer, the risk is greatest for people who have fair or freckled skin that burns easily, and people who tan or have a history to sunburns early in life. Darker skinned individuals are also susceptible to all types of skin cancer, although their risk is substantially lower. Aside from complexion, other risk factors include having a family or personal history of skin cancer, working outdoors or living in a sunny climate and people with light eyes and blond or red hair. However, nearly all of these problems are preventable. In fact, unprotected exposure to UV radiation is the most preventable risk factor for skin cancer. So how can you protect yourself from the sun’s ultraviolet rays? Yattaw makes the following suggestions: Avoid exposure to the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when ultraviolet rays are at their strongest.
Beatles icon George Harrison once penned the phrase “here comes the sun, here comes the sun, and I say it’s alright.” The phrase captures how many people probably feel with the return of the summer season, however for those who don’t protect themselves from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays, there’s nothing alright about it. Many people love the sun and the appearance of a nice tan. But the truth is unprotected exposure to ultraviolet rays can cause a number of health problems. In fact, a tan appears after some cells have been killed and others damaged. And forget the notion that a tan gives off a youthful look. Over time, the sun’s ultraviolet rays damage fibers in our skin called elastin. When these fibers break down the skin begins to sag and stretch. The skin also bruises and tears more easily, taking longer to heal. And the effects of ultraviolet rays aren’t limited to superficial problems alone. They can also cause painful sun burns, a type of skin growth called Actinic keratoses, discolored areas of skin, the dilation of small blood vessels, benign tumors, and even the suppression of the proper functioning of the body’s immune system. In the worst case scenario, UV rays can cause cancer. There are more new cases of skin cancer diagnosed every year than new cases of breast, prostate, lung and colon cancer combined.
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Running: Tips on getting to the next level Do you look at the athletes competing in the local 5K and think ‘I wish that was me’? It can be done, but the road to competitive running from fitness running or even walking is a long one requiring time and no small amount of dedication. Granville runner Kerri Thomas, veteran of numerous 5Ks and three marathons, dropped by to give her advice for those who are eyeballing taking up running to looking to take their running to the next level, something the running fan highly recommends. Feet. “The number one thing that people don’t pay attention to is one of the most important things they need to look at is their sneakers,” Thomas said. “A lot of people start out, just grab a basic pair of sneakers off the shelf and take off running and instantly it’s uncomfortable, it’s painful and they give up,” she said. Literally where the rubber meets the road, your feet are the most important thing a runner or budding runner has and you need to help your
Washington County runner Kerri Thomas is a veteran of numerous 5k runs and three marathon races.
protecting them. Get your feet evaluated and then go get a good pair of running shoes. A sneaker is not just a sneaker – not just any foot covering will do, but before you pick the swoosh from some other offering; you need to know about your feet. There are people out there who can evaluate your feet and steer you towards what you need. The idea behind this and most other gear items is comfort. If you’re uncomfortable you’re less likely to come back and do it again. Running is going to be tough enough in the first few weeks and months without your gear dragging you down so invest in some good solid stuff for your feet above all. “Go and see and expert and have your shoes fitted. Even though it may cost you $80, it’s worth it. It’s worth it to know the structure of your feet and how they’re going to interact with the ground – it makes a big, big difference.”
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Although UV rays are at their greatest during the late spring and early summer they are still a factor on cloudy and hazy days and even in the winter when sun reflects off snow surfaces. “Sun protection is important all year round, not just during the summer or at the beach,”
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Food. It’s all about balance. You don’t have to go and dive into a rice cakes and celery diet to go out and run, but sugary snack cakes are not going to get it done. Feed the machine and it will perform (once you get into shape). Don’t fear the carbs, eat a balanced diet full of the right kinds of foods and you’ll get results. Running magazines, websites and your own doctor or a nutritionist can give you advice on structuring what you eat for running success. It goes without saying, but when is a factor as well. As another note, post-run, particularly after a long training run or that 5K chocolate milk is something of a miracle drug. Experts say blood is diverted from the stomach to the rest of the body during the stresses of running to a pizza slice immediately after that run might be a bad idea. The simple sugars provided by
Yattaw said. If you have to be outside seek shade under a tree, umbrella or roofed structure. For some people, like outdoor laborers, it can be impossible to avoid being outside during those hours. It’s recommended that if you have to be outdoors, you wear loose-fitting long sleeved shirts and pants, the more tightly woven the fabric the better. And darker colors provide more protection that lighter colors.
A brimmed hat also helps provides protection of the face and head (esp. if you’re hair impaired). Perhaps the best advice, apply sunscreen, even under clothing. Your typical t-shirt has an SPF (sun protection factor) rating lower than 15, the lowest recommended rating. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommend applying sunscreen at least every two hours you are in the sun and to reapply after
swimming or performing an activity that makes you perspire. And don’t forget about your eyes. Exposure to UV rays can cause cataracts and damage the tender skin around your eyes. Most sunglasses sold in the United States offer protection from UV rays. Wrap-around sunglasses work best because they block UV rays from penetrating from the side. Yattaw also suggests avoiding other sources of UV light
like tanning beds and sun lamps, which some studies have shown can be even more harmful than the sun. She also recommends that people get regular checkups to look for changes in skin that indicate a bigger problem. Most dermatologists can make a “map” of blemishes which can be used to notice changes or the growth of moles and freckles. Follow these guidelines and when the sun comes, you can “say it’s alright.”
chocolate milk are easy to digest, while getting some calories back into the body even as the blood begins to spread back out to its regular places.
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tant throughout your running career, if you’re comfortable that’s one less excuse to stay on the couch. “If you’re looking to be comfortable, wear something that is breathable,” she said.
than a walk. “Set a goal just to run that far and then walk for a bit,” she said. Although training on a regular basis is needed to get stronger and ready to run longer, running every day isn’t necessary. “They need to be ok with rest days, they need to be ok with gradually building up,” Thomas said. And stretch. Thomas said every runner should do themselves a favor and give a good stretching to those muscles, especially those that haven’t been used, or seen this kind of usage before. “Make sure these muscles are getting the attention they need otherwise they’re going to bind up and get tight,” she said. At the end of a few months of training Thomas said she recommends signing up and running in a 5k race. Runners can choose to get pushed and compete with other racers or against themselves and the clock.
Hydration. Despite what the colorfully sweating television athletes might tell you - you don’t need that particular popular sports drink before or after you run. Experts will tell you that you have simply not lost enough electrolytes during that training run to really need that particular beverage. Water will do it just fine. When is a consideration. Pounding down a glass of water before the run isn’t hydration – that’s just a stomach full of water. The way to hydrate is to drink water throughout the day. Think of the old axiom which says if you’re thirsty, you’re already dehydrated. Another check you can find more about online is the color of your urine. If it’s darker, you need to drink more water. Hydrate throughout the day and you’ll often find you
Clothing. Hikers and backpackers say ‘Cotton kills’ runners opine ‘Cotton is rotten’ the bottom line is that favorite cotton t-shirt is not the thing to wear running. Wet cotton garments can drag across the skin and be surprisingly abrasive, particularly around joints so when you’re shopping for the proper pair of shoes, paw through the racks of running clothes. Running clothes, along with those for cycling or backpacking are generally synthetic. These materials provide the mission-essential feature of moisture-wicking meaning they get the sweat away from the places it might gather so it can be disbursed to the atmosphere. Don’t fall for the idea that you don’t deserve or need the right gear because you’re not a ‘real’ runner yet. You simply need the right tool for the job. Look into a good pair of socks as well. This type of clothing is also lighter. Comfort will be impor-
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Discipline and letting go. “A lot of times you see it, even after the first of the year with the resolutions people go in whole hog and say I’m going to start eating rice cakes and celery and I’m going to lose all of this weight…after a while they burn out and kind of go back into a pattern,” Thomas said. While gearing up towards running some kind of race is a substantial task requiring regular effort to get the body to adjust to the unique stresses of moving fast on foot over longer and longer distances, realize days off a alright too. “Take it slowly go out for a walk and maybe during the walk pick a spot and run,” Thomas said. Gradually increase the distance you’re running over time you’re going out for more of a run
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Physical Therapist offers health related golf tips By Brooke Morgan, DPT of Donna P. Johnson Physical Therapy, P. C. It is a common misconception that golf is a low level activity sport with small risk of injury. In fact, due to the amount of force and the body positions that are required, injuries are frequent during golf. Most common injuries occur due to improper techniques but can also occur due to a lack of conditioning and flexibility or overuse. Common injuries include those to the back, shoulders, elbows, and wrists. Usually the cause of injury is related to improper grip, mishits, over-swinging, or twisting the spine during swing. Have you ever noticed that you play better during the later holes than during the first few? Well that is because the most important part of golf actually occurs before you even swing a club. Proper warm-up and stretching for 10-15 minutes before playing will decrease your risk for injury and should actually improve your game. Warm-ups can increase the temperature in the body and in the muscles to allow for better muscle flexibility and better blood flow to the tissue which also supplies more
oxygen to your body. A simple warm-up can also mentally prepare you to play. Warm-up exercises do not need to be extensive and can be as simple as gentle side to side swings, over head side to side stretches, and calf and hamstring stretches. Stretching and warm-up exercises should never produce pain and should be kept within a comfortable range. If you are looking for more extensive exercises ask your physical therapist for tips. Using proper posture while playing golf does not only prevent injury but also can improve the distance on your drive and the accuracy in your short game. Improper posture frequently leads to lower back injuries and does not allow you to generate the proper amounts of power needed from your trunk, hips or legs. Be sure that your knees are slightly bent, but relaxed, and bend forward at the hips keeping your back straight. Always try to stay relaxed and keep joints loose to help prevent unnecessary stress on your knees, elbows, hips and spine. Be cautious not to hyperex-
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“To get their feet under them, it’s a good gauge to see where they’re at. The thing people might not realize is it’s not just elite runners you have such a wide range of ability levels (at a race),” she said.
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Breast cancer: yes, it can happen to men, too We all know that life can take some unusual twists. For example, when we hear of someone being diagnosed with breast cancer, most of us assume that this happened to a woman. But, it can happen to men. It was estimated in 2009 that over 250,000 cases of breast cancer would be diagnosed. Nearly 2000 of those cases would be diagnosed in men and about 400 men would die from their disease. The number of men who will develop breast cancer is small compared to the number of women. It’s small but important because men tend to be diagnosed at a later stage. Breast cancer awareness is valuable for men, too!
At puberty, female hormones cause the breast tissue in young women to develop into full breasts. The male hormones cause the tissue to get even smaller in young men but it never goes away. Every man has a small risk of developing breast cancer. The risks are smaller in men because they have less estrogen, a female hormone, flowing through their bodies. However, there are some factors that may increase the risk in men: obesity, heavy alcohol use, liver disease and medical treatments or birth defects that increase estrogen in men. Another risk factor in men is having a mutation or change in the gene (BRCA) that helps to block the development of breast cancer.
In families that have a lot of breast cancer (both women and men) as well as ovarian cancer, we may suspect that the “faulty” gene is being passed down through the family generations. That’s what awareness is all about; being aware that a diagnosis of breast cancer is a possibility. Take action if you notice any symptoms in your breasts. Just as we tell women, if you notice a lump, skin dimpling or puckering, nipple retraction (turning inward), redness or scaling of the nipple or breast skin, or discharge from the nipple, make an appointment with your medical provider to evaluate it. Since men don’t have
much breast tissue, a cancer doesn’t have to get very big before it grows into the skin or the chest muscle. That can make the cancer more difficult to treat. So, if you find something in your breast that is concerning, get it checked out sooner rather than later! You can find more information about breast cancer in men at the American Cancer Society website: www.cancer.org and at the John W. Nick Foundation, Inc.: www.malebreastcancer.org. This week’s Health Talk article was submitted by the Breast Care Program at Rutland Regional Medical Center.
Indian River Rehab and Nursing Center offers caring, compassion, respect Indian River Rehab & Nursing Center is a short-term sub-acute rehabilitation center featuring physical, occupational, and speech therapy as well as a long term-term skilled nursing facility. Hands-on individualized treatment in a home-like, supportive atmosphere is provided at the recently renovated facility, located at 17 Madison St. in Granville. The facility, which was established in 1950 and is now owned by Global Healthcare Services Group, offers 24-hour skilled nursing care to those in need in the community. “Our staff is very caring, considerate and passionate about the care we provide, said administrator Renee Groesbeck. “We provide hands-on, personalized, motivating short-term rehab treatments to residents with the ultimate goal of returning the residents back to their own homes.”
Staff includes Cathy WrightLamando, MSPT, Director of Rehabilitation Services. She has handselected a dynamic team of experienced, licensed physical, occupational and speech/swallowing therapists trained in these areas including the new, innovative VitalStim therapy with the goal of optimizing a resident’s independence to return home after surgery or an illness. Indian River is also proud to welcome to the Indian River team Kim Flory as new Director of Nursing. She comes to Indian River with many years of nursing experience and with her extraordinary dedication and leadership skills Kim will continue to educate Indian River’s nursing staff to provide the highest quality and most innovative care to the center’s residents. Physicians overseeing Indian River’s medical care are Medical Director Dr.
Maxwell Crossman, Dr. Nawed Siddiqui, Dr. Jennifer Hayes, Dr. Sean Kimball, and Physician’s Assistant Madeline Doane. Continuing in its long-standing tradition of providing long-term care and services to area residents, Indian River also offers a 40-bed unit dedicated to short-term rehabilitation services in addition to providing IV antibiotic administration; and specialized wound care including wound VAC management. Indian River has a specialized hands-on short-term rehab department, which recently went under expansive renovations to increase the department to meet the community’s growing needs. Additional services provided at Indian River are physician services, transportation to doctor visits and dialysis treatments, dietary expertise,
social services, activities, housekeeping, laundry, and grounds maintenance. Air conditioning has been installed in the facility’s A Wing and B Wing to allow for a more controlled environment during the hot and humid summer days. Indian River’s staff prides itself on providing a home-like, supportive atmosphere with the development of good relationships with residents and families, Groesbeck added. Indian River is continuously researching all current and future opportunities to meet the growing needs of the community. To inquire about Indian River’s full array of services or request a personal tour to view the newly renovated facility, call 518-642-2710 or visit the website at www.IndianRiverRehab.com to take an online virtual tour.
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First Halotherapy Treatment Room opens in Rutland Dr. Margaret Smiechowski and Pyramid Fitness Center in Rutland, Vermont are pleased to announce that they have opened the United States’ first public Halotherapy Treatment Room based on original 19th century Polish technology. Although halotherapy, also known as salt therapy, has been used all around the world throughout recorded time, it was not until 1824 in Ciechocinek, Poland, where Stanislaw Staszic built the world’s largest and most complex graduation tower. With a length of 5712 feet and with over 7,000 support beams, the tower was originally intended to separate salt from water by lifting the water to a height of over 50 feet and dropping it down through the wooden structure. As the water fell, the sun and the breeze evaporated the water, leaving
salt residue that was then converted into table salt. Visitors quickly discovered that the resulting aerosol had a beneficial impact on many diseases. Other graduation towers were created throughout Europe, including in Poland and Germany, and were from then on billed as treatments for respiratory and sinus conditions. Dr. Margaret Smiechowski, homeopathic doctor and creator of the Pyramid’s Salt Cave, grew up in Poland and was aware of the therapeutic benefits of using salt therapy. Once again bringing a new technology to the United States, she has designed a small-scale simulation of the graduation tower at Pyramid Fitness. “Although we cannot make medical claims about halotherapy in the United States, our simulation is an excellent relaxation chamber,” says
Dr. Smiechowski. The Halotherapy Room at Pyramid Fitness seats up to four people at once and is decorated to look like a cabin in the woods. Visitors relax in comfort in zero gravity chairs or on wooden benches overlooking the graduation tower, which drops a highly-concentrated mixture of water and Himalayan salt through a maze of twigs and branches. Although the air is moist, visitors stay completely dry as they relax. The waterfall action creates a microclimate of salt, allowing visitors to breathe in its wellness benefits. Himalayan salt is used not only because it is antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and antiinflammatory, but because of its high mineral content and release of negative ions. “We believe that the Halotherapy Room is a perfect complement to the
other services we offer,” says Dr. William Kelley, owner of Pyramid Fitness. “After a workout where you have challenged your cardiovascular and respiratory systems, what better way to relax than in the peaceful salt environment of the Halotherapy Room?” The Halotherapy Room operates every hour on the hour during regular Pyramid Fitness hours, which are currently 6 AM to 8 PM weekdays and 8 AM to 3 PM on weekends. Sessions are 50-minutes long and cost $12 per person. Massage and other treatments are also available in the Halotherapy Room with advance scheduling. For more information about the Halotherapy Room or any of Dr. Smiechowski or Pyramid’s offerings, please visit www.pyramidvt.com or call 802-775-8080.
Periodontal diseases are preventable and treatable By Theodore C. Polgar, D.M.D., Periodontist Periodontal diseases are infections that harm the soft (gum) tissue and bone that surround teeth. Millions of adults, and children, are afflicted by these conditions. Children most commonly exhibit gingivitis while adults typically have advanced signs of the infection in which the disease destroys jaw bone. Adults who have this disease are at greater risk for heart attack, stroke, diabetes, prostate cancer in men and pregnancy complications in women. Mouth germs from periodontal infection can invade the bloodstream and cause failures of heart valve as well as
hip and knee replacements. The indisputable cause of periodontal disease is bacteria and not foods - many types of germs are involved. These mouth germs form a sticky, velvety coating on teeth which is commonly known as dental plaque. A healthy mouth can be achieved and maintained through effective germ control. Once a disease state has developed, only appropriate treatment by a dental professional can arrest this condition. A Periodontist is the specialist with the best training, knowledge and experience to treat periodontal infections. Laser treatment is utilized by many Periodontists to most comfortably and properly treat periodontal (gum) infec-
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Golf Continued from page 4 tend the spine during your followthrough and attempt to rotate the shoulder and hip the same during your backswing. Proper equipment and grip are important to prevent injuries to the shoulder, elbows, wrists and hands. The following are suggestions to help lessen the chance of injury: Select larger club grips Use a neutral grip Select graphite shafts to lessen vibration Be sure to use the correct club length Use an iron with a larger head to lessen vibration Strengthen the forearm muscles at home In addition, proper stretching of the elbows and forearms will help prevent overuse injuries. Most importantly do not ignore the warning signs of an injury and be sure to rest when needed. Important warning signs include joint pain, tenderness that is at a specific point, swelling, and reduced range of motion. If symptoms persist even with rest you should contact your physician or physical therapist. References: http://sportsmedicine.about.com American physical therapy association: PT tips for golfers http://orthoinfo.aaos.org
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Mettowee Valley Family Health Center would like to introduce you to their nursing staff. Currently there are 5 LPN’s and 2 Medical Assistants (MA’s) on staff. When you call the office for a prescription refill or if you have a question about an illness or injury for yourself or a family member, you will be transferred to the Triage Nurse, Debbie Gould LPN. She will also help you with any prior authorizations that your insurance might require for your medications. Ginny Juckett LPN will help you if you need a referral to a specialist or to another facility for testing. She will make the appointment for you and will make sure all of the appropriate paperwork is sent to the specialist or the other facility. In some cases she will give you the paperwork to deliver when you go for your appointment. Ginny will make sure all of the prior authorizations that your insurance company might require for referrals and testing are completed. Ginny also fills in for the other nurses when needed. Each of the Providers work with their own nurse on a regular basis. These are the nurses or MA’s who will take you to the exam room and help you get prepared for your exam or pro-
cedure. They will take a brief history about the reason for your visit to the office, check your vital signs, and may also ask you some questions about your medical history to make sure your medical record is up to date. Amy Coderre LPN works with Dr. Beckler. Colleen Bates MA works with Dr Kilpatrick. Chris Parker LPN works with Jacki Becker. Wendy Chapin LPN is with Mike Dashnaw and Amanda Ellis works with Jean Morgan. These nurses may be assisting their provider during your exam or procedure. The also may be calling you with test results or other information from your provider. Colleen Bates also teaches group classes for our Diabetes Self Management Education Program. You will see Ginny, Debbie or Colleen if you participate in our Coag Clinic to have your blood checked to monitor the blood thinning medications that you take. All of the nursing staff have been with MVFHC for several years and are well trained to perform their duties in the office. Each of them have built good relationships with their patients and are available if you have any questions for them or their provider.
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Ham Dinner PITTSTOWN A Ham and Strawberry Shortcake Dinner will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, at the Pittstown United Methodist Church Hall that’s just off Route 7. Takeouts will be available and everyone is invited. Information/reservations: Sue at 663-5145.
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Chicken Barbecue SCHAGHTICOKE Victor Lodge of Schaghticoke invites everyone to a takeout-only Chicken Barbecue from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, at the lodge on Route 67, across from the Hoosic Valley Central School. Cost: $10. Information/ reservations: 753-0406.
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Irish Ancestors SCHUYLERVILLE The Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will host Lisa Dougherty with a program titled, “Finding a Place of Origin for Your Irish Ancestors Using Sources in the United States,” at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 18. You’ll find
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GRANVILLE In celebration of its newest exhibit “Rivals in Slate, Brothers in War: The Slate Valley Unites for the Union Cause,” the Slate Valley Museum will host acclaimed historian and author Howard Coffin on June 19 at 6:30 p.m. for a talk on “Vermont’s Civil War Soldiers.” Coffin will provide a fresh look at the Civil War and how it impacted our local community in this enlightening program. Reservations are recommended, and the museum is requesting a $10 donation for partici-
Embury Unit of United Methodist Women will meet at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 20, in the Fellowship Hall at the Embury United Methodist Church, 41 E. Main Street in Cambridge. Bring a dish to share for a potluck dinner and dessert/beverage will be provided. Information: 518-677-3602, or www.emburyunited.weebly. com.
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GREENWICH A Cars CruiseIn will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Monday, June 20, at Greenwich Plaza on Route 29, in front of the Kmart (weather permitting). All vehicles, old or new, will be welcome (no entry fee) and food and drink will be available at the plaza. Information: Ron MacNeil at 518-692-7926.
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Summer Camp
Genealogy
S C H U Y L E RV I L L E Registrations are now being accepted for “Camp Invention,” a weeklong adventure in science creativity for children entering grades one through six. Presented by the nonprofit Invent Now, the camp is led by qualified educators and is hosted by the Adirondack School in partnership with Schuylerville Elementary. The camp will be held at the Adirondack School in the Schuylerville School District on August 1 through 5, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. Registration fee is $215 ($50 nonrefundable). Register with a friend and each receive $25 off the base price. Call 800-968-4332 or visit www.campinvention. org. Camp director is Cindy Wian, who can be reached at 518-321-9011 or cwian@yahoo. com.
SCHUYLERVILLE The Genealogy Group will meet at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 21, at the
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Legion Bingo CAMBRIDGE American Legion Post 634 at 2106 Route 22 in Cambridge will host Monday Bingo at 7 p.m. on June 20. This bingo is held each Monday, with few exceptions. Information: 518-677-8069.
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pants. For more information or to make a reservation, visit the museum website www.slatevalleymuseum.org or call 518-6421417.
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Elks Lodge 2223 on Route 40S invites fathers and families to a Pancake/Omelet Buffet Breakfast from 8:30 to 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 19. Cost: $6; $5 senior citizens; $4 children. This breakfast is served on the third Sunday each month, with few exceptions.
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Pancake/French Toast Breakfast from 7:30 to 11 a.m. on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19, at the firehouse on Pine Valley Road (near intersection of routes 103 and 109). Information: 686-1814.
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HOOSICK FALLS The Northeast New York Safety and Health Council will offer a PreLicensing Course at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22, at the Hoosick Falls Health Center on Danforth Street. Cost: $40. Preregistration is required with Marla Nowak at 518-686-4854.
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Concert at F.D.
HARTFORD The Hartford Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary will present Leroy Troy and the Tennessee Mafia Jug Band from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22, at the firehouse on Route 40. Cost: $10. Advance tickets: Chris Jones at 518-632-5326, or Bonnie of As Time Goes By at 632-5166. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and food and beverages will be for sale at this event.
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ARGYLE Ken Wise from Cornell Cooperative Extension will teach a workshop on “How to Control Livestock Flies” from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 23, at the Richview Farm, 4424 Route 40 in Argyle. Free, but registration is requested with Aaron Gabriel at 518-7462560.
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