Hallandale Symphonic Pops Orchestra moves to the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center The Hallandale Symphonic Pops Orchestra will celebrate its 25th anniversary in style this season with a move to the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, 1770 Monroe Street in Hollywood. After five years at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, the Hallandale Symphonic Join veteran conductor Peter Fuchs for another great season! Pops Orchestra will feature a Dec. 9th performance with the "Young Artist Concert" featuring Julia Sabra (Pianist), Kelly Assam (Steelpan Virtuoso) and Natalie Hidalgo (Violinist). Join veteran conductor Peter Fuchs for another great season! The parking is free, showtime is 7:30 p.m., season tickets cost $108 and single tickets are $32. For further information, call 954624-6829. See their advertisement today on Page 2B.
Ultimate test for Hallandale By Larry Blustein sfsuntimes@aol.com It is getting to be redundant for Hallandale High’s football team. But as the Chargers head into Friday night’s Regional State Quarterfinal game at home against two-time defending 6A state champion Miami Central, it is once again the biggest football event in school history. For a school that has –––––––––––––––––––––– CHARGERS, Page 4B
• Unbeaten (10-0) Chargers will not be intimidated by two-time state champion Miami Central
IS MOLD MAKING Oral Cavity Cancer YOUR HOME TOXIC? • The most common cancer of the oral cav-
•The professionals at 1st Priority can find ity is called squamous cell carcinoma and arises from the lining of the oral cavity the mold and remove it permanently The oral cavity has When mold exists, it can exacerbate symptoms of asthma and other respiratory ailments, as well as cause coughing, sneezing, and headaches. And some people are highly allergic to it. Mold is a living organism that can grow very rapidly under certain conditions. It reproduces by emitting microscopic spores that float through the air and land on damp surfaces, where they begin to feed on the material on which they are resting. Thousands of different kinds of molds exist, and some are known allergens. A few produce harmful chemicals called mycotoxins that can seriously affect many parts of the body. But all molds, in the right conditions and in high enough concentrations, can adversely affect human health. Getting rid of mold is –––––––––––––––––––––– MOLD, Page 6A
numerous functions. One function is called oral competence, which is the ability to hold food and saliva in the mouth without drooling. The specialized lining of the mouth as well as the many saliva glands provide lubrication which aid in speech, swallowing and in the digestion of food. The grinding and crushing of food, which occurs in the oral cavity, is also important for digestion. Once foods are prepared for swallowing, the oral cavity helps in swallowing as the tongue and the mouth push the food backward towards the swallowing tube – the esophagus. Finally, our highly coordinated and specialized speech, which is so important
TOP: Underneath wallpaper or behind drywall is a big source for toxic mold. BOTTOM: Mold can grow anywhere that moisture exists. Especially in dark cabinets. You need to check your home for any of these signs that could be a huge problem.
GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP Whether snuggling in for the night or just trying to catch a few quick winks, your environment plays an important role in determining if you're counting sheep or counting Zzzs. You would be surpised at what you can do to get some rest. Page 2B.
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to communication, would not be possible without the structures of the oral cavity. INCIDENCE, EPIDEMIOLOGY AND PATHOLOGY ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BOBADILLA, Page 8A
Tobacco and alcohol use are the major risk factors for most cancers of the head and neck including the oral cavity. Although the most common use of tobacco in the United States is cigarette smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco is also associated with oral cavity cancers.
HALLANDALE BEACH Vice Mayor Bill Julian, who served three tours of duty with the U.S. Air Force, played a major role on Veteran’s Day with a Hallandale Beach Historic Preservation Board display at Mardi Gras Casino. Vice Mayor Julian always elevated every event. Page 8B.
HOLLYWOOD NEWS The official start of the holiday shopping season is just around the corner and the City of Hollywood and the Hollywood CRA have teamed with the City’s 3 business associations and the Chamber of Commerce to promote Small Business Saturday. Page 3B.