Spring 2019
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Vicky Henderson braves cancer battle Linda Moody lmoody@DarkeCountyMedia.com
ANSONIA – How do people who are diagnosed with cancer get through this ordeal? Vicky Henderson of Ansonia, who has dealt with cancer four times since 2015, said first of all it was her family who helped her cope and get through the rough times. “It was my husband, Gary, and children Tammy and Travis and my granddaughters, Alyssa, Emma, Taylor and Madison,” she said. “And, also my son-in-law, John Gretzinger, who has passed from cancer. He was battling his cancer the second time and taking treatment. He insisted on coming to the hospital and sitting with me even though he was in a wheelchair.” Next, she would say it was prayer that got her through. “Before surgery, there were many prayer chains for me,” she said. “One day before surgery, I was at a local store and an older woman came up to and asked me if I was Vicky Henderson. I said, ‘Yes, can I help you?’ She
said no but she wanted me to know she was praying for me and my surgery coming up. I started to cry in the middle of the store and gave her a big hug. I had so many messages from people that I was in their prayer chain.” God and her guardian angels are another reason she believes she fought a hard battle. “The day of surgery, I felt this calmness and that God was watching over me with all of my guardian angels,” she said. “After my surgery, it was a long recovery and I was in the hospital for 30 days, due to me having to go back to surgery for a twisted bowel. Then after I came home 24 hours later, I had to go back to the hospital
for another issue. I was then there another week. I took me months to recovery. With the support of my family, friends and God by my side I have recovered from cancer four times since 2015.” Henderson noted that she is soon to retire from Wayne HealthCare, where she is a Vicky Henderson department head. She said she will miss the staff at Wayne HealthCare. “We work as a team,” she said. “I have had three great bosses in the years I have been there. They gave me great support. In the 27 years that I was a director, our team grew from four people to seven staff members. I had great nurses and social workers
that were in my department and we worked as a team. We were like family and knew about each other’s family. I appreciated all of them.” “Learning that you have cancer is a difficult experience,” a Mayo Clinic website reported. “After your cancer diagnosis, you may feel anxious, afraid or overwhelmed and wonder how you can cope during the days ahead. Here are 11 suggestions for coping with a cancer diagnosis.” - Get the facts about your cancer diagnosis - Keep the lines of communication open - Anticipate possible physical changes - Maintain a healthy lifestyle - Let friends and family help you - Review your goals and priorities - Try to maintain your normal lifestyle - Consider how your diagnosis will impact your finances - Talk to other people with cancer - Fight stigmas - Develop your own coping strategy
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Measles outbreak sweeping nation DARKE COUNTY – According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), from Jan. 1 to April 4, 465 individual cases of measles have been confirmed in 19 states. The states that have reported cases to CDC are Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Texas, and Washington. Outbreaks of measles are continuing to be reported across the country. Here’s what you need to know about measles and other contagious diseases, the vaccines that help to prevent them, and considerations for both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals during an outbreak. Measles is one of the most contagious viruses known. The virus from an infected person’s sneeze or cough can hang in the air for a couple of hours after the person has left the area. The good news is that the measles vaccine, part of the MMR vaccine, is safe and effective. The most well-known symptom
of measles is the rash that begins around the hairline and spreads to the trunk before reaching the arms and legs. Measles also causes several other symptoms that together make infected individuals very uncomfortable for about a week. Small white spots with bluish centers form in the mouth a day or two before the body rash develops; these spots are known as “Koplik’s spots.” Other common symptoms include high fever, cough, fatigue and conjunctivitis (“pink eye”). Measles infections can cause complications that range from diarrhea or ear infections to more severe complications including swelling of the brain (encephalitis), infection of the lungs (pneumonia), seizures or death. About one in three people will experience complications; most of these people will be children younger than five years old or adults 20 years or older. Pregnant women infected with measles are at increased risk of premature labor, spontaneous abortion or delivering a baby with low birth weight. People who are immune
compromised are at increased risk for a prolonged infection. Vaccines contain the same germs that cause disease, but they have been either killed or weakened to the point that they don’t make you sick. Some vaccines contain only a part of the disease germ. All communities have vaccinated and unvaccinated members and not all unvaccinated people are those who have chosen to remain that way. When a high percentage of people in a community are protected against a disease, everyone is at a lower risk of being infected with a potential pathogen. When the unvaccinated population increases, so does the opportunity for a pathogen to spread through the community. The MMR Vaccine is a two-dose series. The CDC recommends children get vaccinated at their first birthday and again prior to kindergarten. For people born during or after 1957, at least one dose of the vaccine is recommended. The Darke County Health Department holds a vaccine clinic
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every Tuesday from 8-10:30 a.m. and 2-5 p.m. For more information about communicable diseases, call 937-548-4196 ext. 235. You can also visit www. darkecountyhealth.org.
Senior Luncheon is May 8 GREENVILLE – Join the Darke County Senior Outreach’s Annual Senior Luncheon Event on May 8. This event, for ages 55 and older, will be held at Romer’s Catering at 118 East Main St. in Greenville. Doors open at 10 a.m., with a complimentary meal being served at 11:30 a.m. There will be entertainment by Gene Sherfy as well as trivia, door prizes, and free tote bags. RSVP by April 29 to State of the Heart Care at 937-548-2999.
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Communication disorders among the most common childhood disabilities By Cheri Schoenberger, M.S., CCC-SLP
GREENVILLE – Communication disorders are one of the most common disabilities in children nationwide. A communication disorder includes problems with any of the following: hearing loss, saying speech sounds, understanding what others say, and expressing thoughts. According to the National Institute of Health, about 1 in 10 American children between ages 3-6 years old have a speech, language, voice, or swallowing problem. Additionally, about 3 in 20 school age children experience some degree of hearing loss. It is important for families to learn the early signs of these disorders and seek an evaluation if they have concerns. Early identification and treatment are important for reducing the severity of communication disorders. If left untreated, speech/language and hearing disorders can lead to more problems later with reading and writing, academic success, social interactions, behavioral problems, and more. These disorders are highly treatable and, in some cases, can be reversed or even prevented. So, our message to parents is:  If you have any concern, don’t wait and see if there is a change. Trust your instincts, and have it checked out.
Hearing loss is evaluated and treated by audiologists. Speech and language disorders are evaluated and treated by speechlanguage pathologists. Warning signs of these disorders are listed below. Language Disorders * Does not smile or interact with others (birth and older) * Does not babble (4-7 months) * Makes only a few sounds or gestures, like pointing (7-12 months) * Does not understand what others say (7 months-2 years) * Says only a few words (12-18 months) * Words are not easily understood (18 months-2 years) * Does not put words together to make sentences (1.5-3 years) * Has trouble playing and talking with other children (2-3 years) * Has trouble with early reading and writing skills (2.5-3 years) Speech Sound Disorders * Says p, b, m, h and w incorrectly in words (1-2 years) * Says k, g, f, t, d and n incorrectly in words (2-3 years) * Produces speech that is unclear, even to familiar people (2-3 years) Stuttering * Repeats first sounds of words �b-b-b-
ball� for “ball� * Stretches sounds out “ffffff-farm� for “farm� * Shows frustration when trying to get words out Voice Disorders * Uses a hoarse or breathy voice * Uses nasal-sounding voice Hearing Loss * Shows a lack of attention to sounds (birth-1 year) * Does not respond when you call their name (7 months-1 year) * Does not follow simple directions (1-2 years) * Shows delay in speech and language development (birth-3 years) * Pulls or scratches at their ears * Has difficulty achieving academically, especially in reading and math * Is socially isolated and unhappy at school * Has persistent ear discomfort after exposure to loud noise (regular and constant listening to electronics at high volumes) Families can learn more about these signs and get tips for helping their child at http:// IdentifytheSigns.org. If you are concerned about your child’s communication development or hearing, speak with your child’s physician and ask for a referral to have
your child’s hearing by an audiologist and/ or communication evaluated by a speechlanguage pathologist.
Schlamb joins SOHC board GREENVILLE – State
of the Heart Care is pleased to announce Mike Schlamb has joined its board of directors. Schlamb is the co-owner of R.J. Warner Insurance Agency, with locations in Greenville, Arcanum, and Troy. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Wright State University, and is a Certified Insurance Counselor. He is also involved in the community as a member of the Knights of Columbus and local Elks Club. When asked what brought him to State of the Heart Care Schlamb shared, “I have seen the positive impact that State of the Heart has on individuals and their families. So, when I was asked to serve on the board I was eager to be a part of such a caring organization.� He resides in Greenville.
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