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MONGO McMICHAEL BOXING EVENT THRILLS CAPACITY CROWD PURE EXCITEMENT Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Steve “Mongo” McMichael promised thrills and excitement when he billed his first outdoor boxing event at his Romeoville, IL “Mongo McMichael” sports bar located on Route 53. The crowd got that and more as eleven matches kept them cheering right up to the final bell despite a hot muggy evening against the backdrop of a rare “Blue Moon”. The former Bears Super Bowl XX star was on hand for autographs and photos for everyone who attended. The fans came for fun and thrills and they were not disappointed as match after match electrified the air. Promoter and owner/trainer of Red Dragon Martial Arts in Romeoville refereed the entire card.
S teve “Mongo” McMichael and wife Misty surrounded by 10 first class waitresses that kept the boxing fans supplied with food and beverages throughout the night.
IT WAS PROBABLY A MATTER OF TIME Promoter Master Mark Caruso owns Red Dragon Martial Arts located on Normantown Road in Romeoville, Illinois. Caruso staged a major Romeoville sports event a couple of years ago that was a spectacular mixed martial arts card at the former International Ice Area; it was an exciting evening that featured a final Title match that sent fans home totally thrilled. Former Bears defensive tackle Steve “Mongo” McMichael had in the meantime opened a sports bar in Romeville, at 1101 Independence Blvd (Rte 53). The name Mongo
McMichael was alone enough to produce magical results but the fact the sports bar and banquet facility is attractive and has a warm friendly atmosphere was enough to assure its success. Promoter Caruso moved his training establishment from Plainfield, IL back to Romeoville where he had originally opened some years earlier. With his return to Romeoville it was probably only a matter of time before Caruso and McMichael linked up to produce last night’s spectacular.
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Mature Boxers, Youngsters, and 2 Young Ladies
Tim Evans pre-fight warm-up
PRE-FIGHT CALM IS DECEIVING
Jason Cross pre-fight warm-up
Winner Odalis Loya sizes up opponent Roxanna Acencio
Roxanna Acencio glares at Odalis Loya
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PATRIOTISM DOES NOT COUNT WITH ROMNEY Diane Sawyer of ABC News received much welldeserved applause for her series “Made In America” recently. The purpose, to help America get back on her feet; to create American jobs through purchases of American products. (http://abcnews.go.com/WN
/MadeInAmerica) The profits companies will make from the sales of American goods are taxed and those dollars help fund government operations that in turn create more opportunities for American workers. It makes good sense to buy American and keep the dollars in the country where they can create jobs and put Americans back to work. The ABC series caught the attention of Americans and people quickly responded to Diane by reporting to her what products were available that were made in this country. People across the country accepted the challenge put forth by Diane and ABC-TV new to buy American. In Bozeman, Montana an economist turned house builder, Anders Lewendal, constructed a home in which every part of it was made from a product manufactured in the United States. The patriotism of Americans began to show itself and people were proudly reporting products of which they were aware that were made in America. Keep in mind that every dollar spent on American made products helps to keep some American manufacturer in business, it keeps some American worker or workers employed, and, of course, those dollars are taxed and that keeps our military strong, cares for our veterans, maintains and builds roads, national parks and more. Buying American and keeping those dollars in America makes good sense and it is good for the
economy and for the people who have put their trust America and American businesses. There seems to be a general consensus that it is good sense and patriotic to buy American and to keep our dollars rolling over in America to make jobs and to strengthen our own economy. Sadly there are others whose greed overwhelms them; they thumb noses at the very country that gave them the opportunity to become super rich. It seems some super rich folks take the attitude that America had nothing to do with their successes. They did it on their own and the fact that they accomplished the things they did in the United States really does not matter, it was they and their greed alone that made it happen. It is realistically doubtful those successes could have been done without the opportunities that were possible simply from being an American citizen. Now Mitt Romney, candidate for the United States presidency, is showing his contempt for such ideas. Speaking to the Washington Post on August 23rd, Romney applauded big business for currently being successful. Sadly he lauded them for keeping tax dollars outside the country in “tax havens” where they can avoid U.S. taxes. How can Mitt Romney consider that patriotic? If you are an American who considers him or herself patriotic you need to voice your displeasure with such schemes and tell Mr. Romney it is Un-American for businesses that make their money from sales to the American people to scheme, to seek out unethical ways to avoid paying taxes that the United States of America desperately needs for defenses and for its recovering economy. It is un-American to hide dollars outside the country that are needed to care for American heroes who have given so much to preserve our freedoms. A vote for Romney is a vote for treason in my view. His interests lie not in the USA but in proftis. If you consider yourself a good American, if you respect the men and women who have died or who have become disabled in the service of our nation then you need to tell Mr. Romney that you think of hiding dollars outside of the United States so they cannot be justly taxed according to law is unpatriotic and totally wrong. A president’s first interest should be for what is best for the United States and for its people not what is best for the fat cats. Mr. Romney is clearly blinded by his own greed. He finds reason after reason to justify that sickness that creates an insatiable appetite for more and money;more than could be spent in two lifetimes.
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Fight Event Attracts Boxers from Schiller Park, Blue Island, Harvey, Romeville, Bolingbrook, and Chicago. Clubs Concentrate on Youth Boxers from a number of prominent clubs were represented at the outdoor boxing event that took place on Friday August 31st at Mongo McMichael’s Sports Bar and Banquet Facility in Romeoville. There was first and foremost, members of the Red Dragon Martial Arts located in Romeoville itself were present and participated in the matches. Odalis Loya of the Red Dragon defeated Roxanna Acencio in a 3 round thriller that provided continuous action for the fight fans. They were the only two young women on the fight card. Joseph Awinongya one of Don King’s professional fighters now professional trainer who owns Will County Boxing was present with his own entourage of boxers. He brought along two guests as a special treat for the crowd, Osumanu Adama (23-3) and USBA Middleweight champ, and an up an coming boxer Daniel Allotey (14-2). The Hyper Fight Club of Schiller Park entered contestants. Hyper Fight Club is a martial arts school located in the north suburb of Chicago. Chicago Fight House located on north Milwaukee Avenue in Chicago was well represented. Jason Cross winner of the first match of the evening belongs to the club. Armani Leggette of The Harvey Boxing Club, wellknown for its work with young men, was scheduled to fight but was withdrawn without explanation. He was scheduled to box Jose Hernandez. We could not learn which club Hernandez boxes with. Finally Valencia Boxing of Bolingbrook was well represented; President and Head Coach Marcelo Valencia personally supervised his group. His fighter Elvis Cervantes won his match much to the pleasure of Marcelo. Valencia Boxing will sponsor a boxing event to be held on September 27th at the Sarah and Joseph Levy Center in Bolingbrook. Marcelo Valencia expects to have twelve matches on the card and it should be an exciting night for fight fans. The club is non-profit. The doors will open at 6 pm; general admission tickets are $10 and ringside seats are $25. You can contact Valencia for more information at (630) 426-9478. Joseph Awinongya encourages youth participation in the sport which he says keep young people off the street and away from gangs while teaching them self confidence and a respect for others.
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Fun For Everyone At McMichael’s Boxing Event
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M IST Y Misty McMichaels; Veronica Yoeul; Misty’s Mother Doris Brown, Kate Gaddi; and Lauri Dimakos
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Mongo McMichael wants to tell everyone thanks for your strong support
Mark Caruso of The Red Dragon martial Arts reminds everyone it’s all about being a sport
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Protecting yourself from cybercrime (ARA) - Gone are the days when hackers were the weekend enthusiasts you tolerated on the golf course, when viruses were the things that gave you the flu or a cold, and Phish was a popular jam band who served as the inspiration for your favorite flavor of Ben and Jerry's. With the rise of the Internet and electronic devices has come the rise of cyber-related crime. Cybercrime, as it is called, is defined as a criminal activity using computers or other electronic devices to victimize people, organizations or businesses. "Despite a global recession, improved security and international crackdown efforts, cybercrime has thrived over the last decade, growing by double digits year after year," says Clint Kirkwood, a professor of Criminal Justice at Argosy University, Orange County and 28-year veteran and retired commanding officer of the vice section of the narcotics division of the Detroit Police Department. While estimates of the cost of cyber crime to businesses and the private sector vary, a 2011 publication released by Javelin Strategy and Research, the annual cost of identity theft alone was $37 billion. "Today, some of the most successful criminals do not have to leave the comfort of their own homes to pull off crimes bigger than ever. All they need is an Internet connection, a little tech savvy and a lot of bad will," says Kirkwood. The Internet Crime Complaint Center received more than 300,000 complaints in 2011, which included such crimes as FBIrelated scams, identity theft, advance fee fraud and a host of romance, work-from-home, auto auction, loan intimidation and other scams. "Since the take-off of social networking and the paperless way of conducting business, cyber-based criminal activity has skyrocketed in many corners of the world," says Gary Gonzales, a professor in the Criminal Justice program at Argosy University, San Diego and police detective in his 16th year of service with the San Diego Police Department. "Criminals are masking themselves as potential customers, clients or even professionals to lure innocent people into a web of deception and greed. From copyright infringement and
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bullying to child pornography and spamming, the impact is enormous." Knowing the threats you face online and the tools available to help you keep a watchful eye is critical in protecting yourself in the digital world. There are simple precautions that computer, mobile phone and other digital users can take to ensure their safety. Do not open emails/attachments from unknown or suspicious sources, nor answer email messages that ask for your personal information. "The widows of Nigerian generals desperately seeking your financial assistance and notifications that you've won a European lottery are obvious scams but some email fraud can be much more difficult to distinguish," says Arabinda Banerjee, senior vice president of Technology Infrastructure at a leading bank in Tampa, Florida and faculty member at Argosy University, Tampa. "In general, if it seems too good to be true or requires you to send money in to receive a reward, be sure to avoid it. Emails with vague but feel-good subject lines like 'Congratulations! ‌' or the name of a friend and the message 'has shared a picture/video ‌' can be malicious emails, even when apparently sent out by one of your friends." Do an Internet search using the term 'scam' and some of the key words from the message, advises Banerjee. If it's a known scam, you'll likely see it pop up in your search engine results. Invest in a good anti-virus software and firewall, the experts suggest. While this will not guarantee 100 percent protection, they will definitely reduce your risk greatly. Be sure that any WiFi connection you are using to conduct financial business is locked and protected and any stores you are making purchases from are reputable. In addition, be sure to monitor your financial accounts monthly to determine any fraudulent charges and report suspicious activity immediately. Change your passwords frequently and create passwords that are difficult to guess. Do not use the same ID/password in all websites. While keeping track of multiple logins and passwords may be an inconvenience, it's a necessary protection against hackers.
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(ARA) - A still murky economy and uncertain real estate market may have you wondering if buying a home is a good idea. Whether you're thinking about buying, or already have and just need some affirmation, you may find it comforting to know there are still plenty of good reasons for financially stable people to buy a house. Here are a few:
* Homeownership can help make good credit even better. If your credit is in poor shape, you'll want to monitor it before seeking a mortgage. But if you have good credit, live within your means, and consistently make good financial decisions, a mortgage can be the kind of "good debt" that helps your overall financial health. Making regular payments on a mortgage shows potential lenders that you're a less risky candidate for a home loan. Before you begin home shopping, it's a good idea to check your credit.
Enrolling in a product like freecreditscore.com can help you better understand and leverage your credit. * A mortgage can function like an automatic savings plan. By now, you've read the news reports about how little we Americans save these days. Well, every year you pay on your fixedrate mortgage, is a year of building equity, and equity is like money in the bank. When it's time to sell - whether you've stayed in your home seven years or the full 30 year term - you'll have created equity and should be able to sell your house for more than you owe. * Homeownership comes with plenty of financial perks, including an income tax credit for property taxes you pay on your home. For detailed information on tax breaks check out IRS.gov. Buying a home also affords you the opportunity to halt your housing costs. Rent will always go up from year to year, but if you have a fixed-rate mortgage (avoid adjustable rates) your biggest annual expense - housing costs - will be locked-in. * Mortgage interest is a good deal when stacked up against other types of interest that don't do much for you - such as high credit card interest rates or low rates on savings accounts and CDs. Mortgage rates are low right now, meaning you can pay less over the life of a loan than at practically any other time in recent history. Plus, it's the only kind of interest that you can deduct from your taxes. * Prices are still relatively low and inventory is high. It's been a buyer's market for a long time, but that's going to change. The question is: when will the market start to improve in your area, taking home prices with it? You'll have to do some legwork and astute research to determine when is the best time for you to buy. If you monitor your credit and are on a sound financial footing, buying a home can still be a good idea. And now is as good a time as any to make your purchase.
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(ARA) - Finding the Medicare coverage that best fits their needs and their pocketbooks is challenging for many seniors. Health care plans make changes to their coverage. People’s health conditions change. Not keeping on top of these changes can mean problems. Suddenly seniors may find they don’t have needed coverage, their doctor no longer takes their plan, or they face steep medical or prescription drug costs. That’s why it’s essential to review Medicare coverage and individual needs each year, and to use the Medicare annual open enrollment period to make changes to coverage. Medicare annual open enrollment runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, with new benefit choices effective the following Jan. 1.
“Getting started early is key,” says Mary Dale Walters, senior vice president of the Allsup Medicare Advisor, a Medicare plan selection service. “Choosing Medicare coverage is complicated, even when you have lots of information on the Web. It can be difficult to get current plan information and to get an apples-to-apples comparison of plans.” Walters offers these tips for seniors to manage and lower their health care costs. 1. Be an informed consumer. Millions of seniors, their families and caregivers will be pleased to know that for the third straight year the average basic Medicare prescription drug premiums will remain steady. Since enacted, the Affordable Care Act has helped more than 5.4 million people with Medicare save more than $4.1 billion in outof-pocket prescription drug expenses. These are significant results as the law closes the Medicare Part D donut hole coverage gap, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Seniors can capitalize on those savings by knowing exactly what they are paying for — shop around for better prescription prices and ask about costs. For additional savings, use generic medications. Take advantage of Medicare preventive services, including many
types of screenings, tests, shots, counseling, training and supplies now offered without co-pays or other out-of-pocket costs. 2. Ask for help. In addition to guidance on retirement, estate and long-term care planning, seniors can rely on professionals to help them with health care choices. Walters points out this can include Medicare specialists such as Allsup or financial planners who often consult Medicare experts. “Health care planning is a quality of life and a financial issue,” Walters says. “If you need assistance sorting through the overwhelming number of options, it’ s important to know that help is out there for you — don’t be afraid to ask.” Grace Hercules used Allsup to research her Medicare needs and found she could save more than $1,000 a year by switching drug plans. “I thought a mail-order prescription plan was best for me, but their specialists proved me wrong about this — and I am so happy,” she says. “People can probably do their own taxes, but when they pay a tax adviser they get better returns,” Hercules adds. “It’s getting the mindset that good help is available. It’s really worth getting expert help and not having the aggravation.” 3. Be proactive. Having known and been around seniors, Hercules says she is saddened that so many settle for high costs or keep the same Medicare plan year after year because of a lack of understanding. Just as seniors review their finances or taxes each year, Medicare annual enrollment is the ideal time to review health care coverage, Walters says. “It’s OK to admit it’s confusing and that help will be valuable. Look at all your Medicare options and take charge of your health care.” In addition to annual Medicare enrollment, special enrollment periods happen throughout the year for specific situations. For an evaluation of Medicare options, call an Allsup Medicare Advisor specialist at 866-521-7655, or go to medicare.allsup.com.
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Cookies 1 Cup sugar 1 large egg, lightly beaten ¾ teaspoon lemon extract 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel 3 cups White Lily® Enriched Bleached All Purpose Flour 1 teaspoon baking powder Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
Frosting 9 cups powdered sugar, sifted ¼ cup dried egg whites 2/3 cup water Food coloring (red and blue)
1. COMBINE butter and sugar in large bowl; beat with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add egg, lemon extract and lemon peel; beat well. Add flour and baking powder; beat on low speed to combine. Refrigerate dough at least 1 hour. 2. HEAT oven to 350ºF. Coat baking sheet with nostick cooking spray. 3. ROLL out half of dough on lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out 3inch rounds for baseballs and a star cutter for star cookies. Place cookies 1-inch apart on prepared baking sheet. 4. BAKE 12 to 14 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove to wire rack to cool completely. 5. COMBINE powdered sugar and dried egg whites. Stir in just enough of the water to achieve a spreadable consistency. Divide into several smaller bowls. Add color by dipping wooden pick into food coloring and then into frosting, stirring to combine. 6. BRUSH frosting on each cookie using a pastry brush to coat top. Spoon remaining frosting into small decorating bag. Pipe onto cookies to create baseballs and patriotic stars.
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(ARA) – Choosing a college is no easy task. Considering it’s a decision that will lay the groundwork for your career and that college is one of the biggest financial investments you’ll ever make, most students and parents too are aware that it’s not a decision to be taken lightly. While it’s important to ask a lot of questions about the schools you’re considering, some of the most important questions you need to ask before choosing a school should be directed at yourself. Figuring out your own learning style and picking a school that plays to those strengths is one of the biggest keys to your educational success. John Keim, Provost and Chief Academic Officer for Westwood College School of Technology shares four questions students should answer before choosing a school: Do you do well in a lecture setting or are you more of a hands-on learner? Once you answer this question, determine which style of learning is used most at the colleges you are considering. For example, a large liberal arts university might feature a class schedule heavy in lectures, where a career-focused tech school might focus mainly on hands-on learning in a classroom setting. Do you favor abstract thinking or do you like to solve problems in a more direct and less theoretical manner? If you enjoy creative writing and topics likes political science, religion or history where there tends to be more than one way to answer a question and analysis is a little more subjective, you’re more of an abstract learner. If you enjoy math or computer programming, where there are right and wrong ways to solve a problem, you prefer a more empirical and pragmatic method of learning. Determining what works best for you will help you both pick a college and area of study. Would you consider yourself a non-traditional learner? If you’ve found success in classes that wouldn’t be considered traditional, such as projects-based classes as opposed to traditional lecture-based classes, you may do well to find a college that offers classes that cater to students with non-traditional needs. If you’ve already tried a traditional college and didn’t like it or weren’t successful, you may have just needed a curriculum that better fit your learning style and schools that cater to nontraditional students can help. Do you already know what type of career you would like to pursue?
Do you already know what type of career you would like to pursue? If you do, you may want to consider a career-focused college
that will give you the specific training to succeed in your chosen career. If you’re undecided or have multiple interests, a liberal arts education might be more appropriate. For example if you know you want to be a computer programmer and have no interest in a managerial role, you might consider a school that focuses specifically on building your technical skills to help you in that specific role. For example, Keim says, “Many students in technology-focused programs do well in classes that teach specific technology skills that prepare them to transition easily into their first jobs after college. These students also benefit from hands-on projects-based training designed by professionals who have worked in field that students will eventually be working in." By thinking a little bit about what makes you succeed as a student, you can best determine both where your interests lie and what kind of education is best for you. By determining this before you enroll in a school, you’ll help increase the odds that your educational dollar is put to good use.
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In breast cancer detection, the test matters (ARA) – One in eight American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. However, early detection coupled with advanced treatment options has cut mortality rates by a third in the U.S. over the past 20 years. Today, a new breakthrough technology is poised to provide a dramatic improvement in breast cancer detection by making mammograms more detailed and accurate. Catching breast cancer early
Studies show that when breast cancer is detected early the chance for successful treatment is nearly 100 percent. Mammograms are a critical component of a successful screening program. In fact, mammograms can identify an abnormal breast mass up to two years before it can be detected by touch. It’s for this reason that the American Cancer Society recommends every woman, every year, starting at the age of 40, get a mammogram.
3D mammography - Changing the face of breast cancer screening A new imaging technology called 3D mammography or breast tomosynthesis is changing how doctors screen for breast cancer. This sophisticated technology significantly improves breast cancer screening by identifying small cancers that may have been missed by traditional mammography.If cancers are found when they are small, treatment options are generally less traumatic and the chance for a cure is greater.
cancer detection by overcoming many of the limitations inherent in conventional 2D mammography. Although patients will notice little difference between a
Another benefit of 3D mammography is its ability to reduce stress-inducing call backs. As many as one out of 10 women who have a routine screening mammogram will be asked to come back for additional tests. The majority of these women - up to 80 percent - will experience 2D and a 3D mammogram, the 3D technology gives what’s called a “false-positive” which means that an area doctors a clearer view through the overlapping structures that looked suspicious on their screening mammogram of breast tissue. Reading a breast tomosynthesis exam is turned out, upon further testing, to be normal. like flipping through the pages of a book to view one page 3D mammography makes finding breast cancers at a time instead of seeing the whole breast reduced to a easier single frame, as is the case with conventional 2D mammography. The ability to look at each layer of breast Current mammography relies on a 2D image. However, this technology has its limits because the breast tissue millimeter by millimeter allows doctors to identify is a 3-dimensional object composed of different structures, individual structures in the breast free from the confusion of such as blood vessels, milk ducts, fat, and ligaments. All of overlying tissue. these structures, which are located at different heights The bottom line within the breast, can overlap and cause confusion when Women should talk to their physician about the best viewed as a 2-dimensional, flat image. This confusion of screening program for them, based on their age, family overlapping tissue is a leading reason why small breast history and medical profile. Women need to pay attention cancers may be missed and normal tissue may appear to any changes, such as unusual lumps, swelling, irritation, abnormal, leading to unnecessary call backs. Many dimpling, or pain in the breast or nipple. Finally, women doctors have reported that the introduction of Hologic’s who are 40 and older should be sure to have a Selenia Dimensions tomosynthesis system improves breast mammogram every year.
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High temperatures increase health risks for people with diabetes (ARA) - For the nearly 26 million Americans living with diabetes, high temperatures and increased sun exposure can pose particularly dangerous health risks. During warm weather, experts caution that people with diabetes must take extra care to avoid serious, heatrelated conditions. "Heading to the beach, the pool or the park is a great way to cool down and stay in shape when the temperature rises, but people with diabetes may not realize the heat can place them at greater risk for serious, heat-related illness," says Dr. Deneen Vojta, senior vice president and chief clinical officer of UnitedHealth Group's Diabetes Prevention and Control Alliance (DPCA). "Diabetes actually impairs a person's ability to sweat, which means that hot, humid weather can dangerously reduce the body's regulation of blood sugar levels. That's why it is critical that people with this disease take proper precautions to avoid conditions like heat exhaustion and heat stroke." Vojta offers seven simple tips that may help people with this disease to stay active, healthy and safe when temperatures are high: 1. Check your blood sugar levels often. Changes in activity and heat levels can affect your body's insulin needs. 2. Wear sunblock. Sunburn can tax your body and trigger increased blood glucose levels. 3. Stay cool. Take regular breaks from the heat in air-conditioned areas or designated cooling centers, if possible. Make sure to exercise in an air-conditioned place or exercise during early morning and evening hours when temperatures are cooler. 4. Keep medication and supplies cool and away from direct sunlight. Extreme temperatures and sunlight can have a damaging effect on diabetes medication such as insulin, causing the drug to break down or become less effective. 5. Stay hydrated. Dehydration stresses the body and affects glucose levels. 6. Avoid caffeine and alcohol in high temperatures. Both alcohol and caffeine have diuretic effects that can increase risks of dehydration. 7. Be alert for common signs of heat exhaustion. Signs of serious health-related illnesses can include: heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting and fainting. Vojta advises that people with diabetes should be on the lookout for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke and seek medical attention right away if they experience symptoms. Additional resources on managing and preventing diabetes can be found by visiting the websites of the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org) and the National Diabetes Education Program (ndep.nih.gov/resources). UnitedHealth Group also offers a range of helpful tips and information on the disease at www.unitedhealthgroup.com/diabetes.
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