Post on 14-Oct-2020
Sincerely,
Leslie A. Workman County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer
Sciences Education
Schedule of Events 2
Preventing Coronavirus and Flu 2
Causes and Prevention of Heart
Disease 3
4-H Camp Scholarships 4
Turban Workshop 4
Let Facebook be Your Welcome
Mat 4
Ins ide this issue:
Ovarian Screening
Our next two Ovarian
Screening trips are scheduled
for March 19 and June 16. The
March trip is completely filled
but we do have seven
openings for the June 16 trip.
If you need to go for a
screening, call the office
today and make your
appointment before all the
Cooperative Extension Service Pike County 148 Trivette Drive Pikeville, KY 41501-1271 (606) 432-2534(800) 233-1390Fax: (606) 432-2536extension.ca.uky.edu
spots are filled! The van
leaves the Extension
Office promptly at 8:00 a.m. for each trip.
Web: pike.ca.uky.edu/FCS | Facebook: www.facebook.com/PikeFCS/
Basket Class Our talented basket instructor
Sue Jennings has scheduled
the next workshop for
Thursday, March 19. There’s
plenty of time to get this on
your schedule and make
plans to attend. Please call
Sue at 437-4941 or 606-359-
0589 to reserve a kit. Class
begins around 9:30 a.m. and
you can plan to work well into
the afternoon depending on
the basket you choose. There
is also space for beginners, so
take advantage of this class if
you’ve always wanted to try!
Quilt Guild The Pike County Quilt Guild is
accepting dues! If you have
not paid your dues or would
like to join, please contact
them quickly. Annual dues for
the guild are $10.00. Checks
can be mailed to Treasurer
Cathy Harville at 1453 Left
Fork Island Creek, Pikeville, KY
41501. If you have any
questions, President Joetta
Maynard can be reached at
606-353-7087.
Meeting dates for this month
are Mondays, February 10
and February 24.
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February 10 - Quilt Guild
February 12 - Deadline to
order kit for DIY Quilling
Class
February 14 - Homemaker
Council Meeting
February 19 - DIY Quilling
Class
February 21 - Turban
Workshop
February 24 - Quilt Guild
February 25 - Facebook
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February 2020
Preventing Coronavirus and Flu The World Health Organization declared coronavirus a “public health emergency of
international concern” on Jan. 30, 2020. While the coronavirus is infectious, that should not
cause panic in Kentucky. The immediate risk of this new virus to the American public is
believed to be low at this time, and everyone can do their part to help respond to this
emerging public health threat.
Our real concern should be the influenza or flu virus, which is very active in the U.S. right
now. Already this flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
estimates that more than 15 million people in the U.S. have gotten sick with flu. More than
150,000 Americans have been hospitalized, and more than 8,000 people have died from their
infection.
The best recommendations for Americans who are worried about their health is to practice
proper flu season hygiene, including frequent hand-washing, covering coughs, and being
vaccinated. A flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and others against the flu. If you
have not gotten your flu shot yet this year, it is not too late; the CDC still recommends being
vaccinated this season.
Prevention: While there is a flu vaccine, there is no vaccine yet for the coronavirus.
However, the CDC recommends using these preventive steps and habits to prevent the
spread of the flu, coronavirus, and several other viruses. Wash your hands often with soap
and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least
60% alcohol if soap and water are not available. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
with unwashed hands. Avoid close contact with people who are sick and stay home when
you are sick. Cover your cough or sneeze into the crook of your elbow or a tissue, then throw
the tissue in the trash. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
People who think they may have been exposed to the coronavirus should contact their
healthcare provider immediately.
Source: Natalie Jones, Family Health Extension Specialist, University of Kentucky, College of Agriculture
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Causes and Prevention of Heart Disease It’s true: Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in women. Yet, only 1 in 5 American women
believe that heart disease is her greatest health threat. The truth is, women are less likely
to call 9-1-1 when experiencing symptoms of a heart attack themselves. It simply doesn’t
occur to them to do so. And why would it? The bulk of media attention on the disease is
focused on men.
Here are more unsettling facts:
Heart disease causes 1 in 3 women’s deaths each year, killing approximately one woman
every minute.
90 percent of women have one or more risk factors for developing heart disease.
Since 1984, more women than men have died each year from heart disease and the gap
between men and women’s survival continues to widen.
The symptoms of heart disease can be different in women vs. men, and are often
misunderstood.
While 1 in 31 American women dies from breast cancer each year, 1 in 3 dies of heart
disease.
It’s time to focus on finding, and becoming the solution. Here’s what you need to know about
the causes of heart disease and ways you can prevent it.
What causes heart disease? Heart disease affects the blood vessels and cardiovascular
system. Numerous problems can result from this, many of which are related to a process
called atherosclerosis, a condition that develops when plaque builds up in the walls of the
arteries. This buildup narrows the arteries, making it harder for blood to flow through. If a
blood clot forms, it can stop the blood flow. This can cause a heart attack or stroke. But it
doesn’t end there. Heart disease can take many other forms as well:
Heart failure or congestive heart failure: This means that the heart is still working, but it
isn’t pumping blood as well as it should, or getting enough oxygen.
Arrhythmia or an abnormal rhythm of the heart: This means the heart is either beating too
fast, too slow or irregularly. This can affect how well the heart is functioning and whether or
not the heart is able to pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs.
Heart valve problems: This can lead to the heart not opening enough to allow proper blood
flow. Sometimes the heart valves don’t close and blood leaks through, or the valve leaflets
bulge or prolapse into the upper chamber, causing blood to flow backward through them.
How can I prevent it? Many things can put you at risk for these problems – one’s you can
control, and others that you can’t. But the key takeaway is that with the right information,
education and care, heart disease in women can be treated, prevented and even ended.
Studies show that healthy choices have resulted in 330 fewer women dying from heart
disease per day.
Here are a few lifestyle changes you should make:
Don’t smoke
Manage your blood sugar
Get your blood pressure under control
Lower your cholesterol
Know your family history
Stay active
Lose or manage your weight
Eat healthy ©2020 American Heart Association, Inc.
4-H Camp Scholarships
The Pike County 4-H program
is accepting applications for H
4-H Camp this summer! The
real cost to attend this season
is $225. Pike County campers’
fees are $170 until May 15. If
you, your club or an
organization would like to help
sponsor a camper, donations are
being accepted. Please make
checks payable to Pike County 4-H.
We will be camping at the J.M.
Feltner 4-H Camp in London,
KY once again and
everyone is already making
plans for a great camp the
week of June 29-July 3!
Camping builds a real sense
of independence in a
unique and safe
environment and we would love to
provide this experience to as many
youth as possible this season!
Turban Workshop
The next workshop to make cancer
turbans and sleep caps is scheduled
for Friday, February 21. The workshop
will begin about 9:30 a.m. and end
around 2:00 p.m.
Several people will be cutting and
sewing. We also need people to
sticker, label, and package the items
once they are finished. There is plenty
of work to go around. Come
volunteer a bit if you can. Hope to
see you on February 21.
Let Facebook be Your Welcome Mat
Join us for tips on using your Facebook Page as a welcoming space for
potential new members and seasoned
members, alike! Many times, social media is
the first place new members might learn of
your county and club activities. Make sure
that the image projected by your Facebook
page is inviting. We will host an online Zoom
session on Tuesday, February 25 at 11:00 a.m.
at the Extension Office. Come prepared to
learn from Jennifer Williams, the KEHA
Marketing and Publicity Chair and Mindy
McCully, Extension Specialist for Instructional
Support! You’ll get lots of great ideas about
promoting your homemaker activities on
social media!
P i k e C o u n t y E x t e n s i o n H o m e m a k e r C O N N E C T I O N
“ L e a r n i n g , L e a d i n g , S e r v i n g ”
“ L e a r n i n g , L e a d i n g , S e r v i n g ”
DIY Class
way to introduce a new friend to
Homemakers. Feel free to register
and pay for a new friend
you’d like to bring. We
welcome any potential
homemaker member to
these classes.
If you have an idea for an
upcoming class, we’d
love to hear it! There are
several more months left
this spring and it would be
great to have some
classes lined up with instructors who
are new to the ranks. Everyone has
something to share and we can work
with you to make a great idea come
to life!
The next Pike County Extension
Homemaker Council will be on Friday,
February 14 beginning at 10:00 a.m.
We will celebrate International Month
as we also take care of all the
homemaker business for spring.
Please plan to attend. It will be a fun
Homemaker Council
and exciting meeting.
Lunch will be provided for you by
Leslie and Becky. We plan to have a
“One-pot spaghetti,” a tasty
“Enchilada rice,” green salad,
broccoli cheddar biscuits, selection of
fruit, and an ice cream sundae bar.
P i k e C o u n t y E x t e n s i o n H o m e m a k e r C O N N E C T I O N
Our next Homemaker DIY class will be
on Quilling! If you’ve never tried
“quilling” before, it is a fun
and creative use of paper
strips rolled and shaped to
form all sorts of beautiful
designs. Cathy Harville will
lead this class on Wednesday, February 19
beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Kits are being ordered for
anyone interested at a
cost of $15.00 if paid in
advance by February 12. If
you register after that date, we
cannot guarantee a kit for you, but
you may make a project at a
reduced cost of $5.00.
We’ve been having a lot of fun with
these classes and they are a great
KEHA
Make plans now to attend the
Kentucky Extension Homemaker
Annual Meeting in Owensboro, April
21-23. The Pike County group plans
to leave on Monday, April 20, which
will extend our trip just slightly. The
registration newsletter from KEHA will
arrive soon to all members. If you
think you are interested in attending,
please let us know so you can be
included in our group planning and
registration process.
2020 FOOD AND NUTRITION CALENDAR
RECIPE
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — SNAP.
• 1 pound ground pork• 1 ½ tablespoons garlic powder• 1 small onion, chopped• 4 cups vegetable stock or broth• 1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes• 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning• 2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained• 1 (15 ounce) can carrots, drained• 3 large handfuls kale, chopped• ¼ teaspoon salt• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
1. Sauté ground pork in a large stock pot overmedium heat for 2-3 minutes, breaking pork
into small crumbles. Add garlic powder and onions. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes, until pork has browned, stirring often.
2. Add vegetable stock, crushed tomatoesand Italian seasoning. Cover and let cookuntil boiling. Stir occasionally.
3. Add cannellini beans, carrots and kale.Cook just until kale has softened.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
Makes 10 servingsServing size: 1 cupCost per recipe: $10.19Cost per serving: $1.02
Nutrition facts per serving: 160 calories; 3.5g total fat; 1g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 35mg cholesterol; 500mg sodium; 16g carbohydrate; 4g fiber; 5g sugar; 0g added sugar; 18g protein; 0% Daily Value of vitamin D; 4% Daily Value of calcium; 10% Daily Value of iron; 10% Daily Value of potassium.
Source: Jean Najor, NEP Program Coordinator, University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service
HEARTY COMFORT SOUP
Saturday, April 4, 2020Pike County Central High School
Pikeville, KY
9:00am - 2:00pmBUY - SELL - TRADE
FREE ADMISSIONFREE CLASSES THROUGHOUT THE DAY!
Attendance averages between 500-800. Gatheringfeatures seed swappers, noted book authors, classes,
food vendors, exhibits, and networking opportunities.The 2019 swap featured 50 vendors from 12 states.
Sponsored by Pikeville Farmers Market& Pike County Cooperative Extension
AppalachianSeed Swap
8TH ANNUAL
Appalachian Seed Swap Pikeville KY
*Upon completion you may be eligible to receive an auto insurance
discount. Other restrictions may apply. Consult your agent for details.
Refresh your driving skills with the
AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE!
You will learn:●Defensive driving techniques●Proven safety strategies●New traffic laws and rules of the road
Plus, there are no tests to pass. You simply sign up and learn.
Upon completion you could receive a multi-year discount on your car insurance.*
CLASSROOM COURSE:
$15 for AARP members ●$20 for non-members
For more information visit www.aarp.org/drive
TOYOTA
DATE(S) & TIME(S) Thursday, April 9, 2020 From 9:30 am to 2:00 pm
Feel free to bring your lunch or snacks. Light refreshments will be provided.
LOCATION Pike County Extension Office
148 Trivette Drive
Pikeville, KY 41501
TO REGISTER Call 606-432-2534 or 1-800-233-1390 Bring your driver’s license (and AARP membership card if you are a member) with you to the class.
Pay with cash or check made out to AARP ($20, or $15 for AARP members)
This program is supported by a generous grant from Toyota to AARP Foundation
Download this and past issues of the Adult, Youth, Parent and Family Caregiver Health Bulletins: http://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/content/health-bulletins
F E B R U A R Y 2 0 2 0
PREDIABETESIn Kentucky, one out of every
three adults has prediabetes. This equals about 1.1 million individuals. What is even scarier is that out of the 1.1 million, approximately 852,000 people don’t even know it.
What is prediabetes?Prediabetes is a condition that
comes before diabetes. It means your blood glucose levels are higher than normal but are not high enough to be called diabetes. Prediabetes is a serious circumstance. It often leads to type 2 diabetes and raises your risk for heart disease and stroke. But prediabetes is also your window of opportunity to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes can be reversed!
Written by: Natalie JonesEdited by: Alyssa SimmsDesigned by: Rusty ManseauStock images: 123RF.com
Get checkedIt is always best to know your health numbers
and risks. If you are at increased risk for prediabetes or diabetes, ask your doctor about getting tested at your next visit. Here are some questions to ask your Healthcare provider regarding prediabetes:
• If I have prediabetes, will I get diabetes?• What is the best step I can take to
avoid getting diabetes?• My father has diabetes. Should I be screened
for prediabetes on a regular basis?• I have diabetes. Should I have my
children screened for prediabetes?• I had gestational diabetes. Should I be
screened for prediabetes regularly?• Are there any foods I should eat that
will help me to avoid prediabetes?• Should I speak with a dietitian
about changing what I eat?
How is prediabetes diagnosed?There are different ways doctors look at your
blood sugar levels. The most common ways include:
• Checking your Hemoglobin A1C, which gives doctors an idea of your blood sugar levels over the past 2 to 3 months. Healthcare providers like to see an A1C below 5.7 percent. The range for prediabetes is 5.7 percent to 6.4 percent and anything higher than that would indicate diabetes.
• A fasting blood sugar test. This is when physicians look at blood sugar after an overnight fast, which means you do not eat or drink for at least eight hours. The prediabetes range is 100 to 125mg/dl.
• A glucose tolerance test is a little more involved. Healthcare providers will have you not eat for an extended amount of time and then make you drink a beverage with a lot of sugar in it. They will then monitor your blood sugar every hour for a few hours. Two hours after drinking the beverage, a blood glucose level in the range of 140 mg/dl to 199 mg/dl indicates prediabetes.
• Prediabetes is a common, but serious, disease. The primary treatment for prediabetes is the same as what you do to prevent diabetes: lose weight, exercise, and eat a healthy diet. These three things can help control your blood sugar levels and keep them from getting higher. Most importantly, get checked out! If you are at increased risk for diabetes, ask your doctor about being tested at your next visit.
REFERENCES:• https://familydoctor.org/condition/prediabetes• https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/library/features/prediabetes-1-in-3.html
Prediabetes is your window of opportunity to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.