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Salud+HEALTHinfo.com ISSUE # 47 VOL. 12 2014


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Parents, Protect Your ChildrensHealth With Immunizations

Vaccines help prevent diseases that were oncecommon in this country, including polio, measles andwhooping cough.

If you are a parent or grandparent of babies or youngchildren, or if you provide child care for them, you wantto do all you can to protect their health. One of thebest ways to do that is to make sure the children are

up-to-date with immunizations which protect against14 childhood diseases. But, a growing number ofSan Diego parents are choosing not to vaccinate theirchildren, leaving them prone to illness. Making surechildren are protected from vaccine-preventablediseases is more important than ever. Parents andgrandparents should ask their doctor or clinic to checktheir childs immunization record and make sure theirbaby is up-to-date.

Babies are not the only ones who should bevaccinated. Parents, older siblings, grandparents,health care professionals, and babysitters also needto be up to date. High immunization coverage levelsmean fewer people get sick.

For more information about immunizations andthe diseases they protect against, please visit theSan Diego County Immunization Programwww.sdiz.org , and the Centers for Disease Controland Prevention www.cdc.gov

Soccer scores a Goal for your health

The facts about kidsand medication safety

Good affordable nutrition is possible

Prosecutor Paul greenwood is ona mission to stop elder abuse

Five easy ways to eat healthy

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Get the Facts and Join the Fight!

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LIVE HEALTHY

BE HEALTHY & HAPPY

Healthy living is more than simple daily habits, it's a lifestyle. Regardless of your age and what you do forwork and leisure, how often do you wish you had more time to have fun and enjoy yourself with your familyand friends? And what is more important than teaching your kids or grandchildren to be healthy and happy?Always remember that children learn by example; but sometimes being task-oriented and having a tightschedule can leave us feeling burned-out and drained. This pattern of stress has to stop. You have to makea priority of feeling well, or in other words, your happiness. It is not what happens to you; it is how you look atwhat happens to you and the decisions you take.

Striving for a work/life balance is worth its weight in gold.

You need to take care of yourself because overloading yourself will cause your mindset, your relationshipsand even your health to suffer. Whenever you are working hard or trying to solve a problem, it can be easy tofeel temporarily drained or low on mental energy. When you are low on energy because you have spent toolong focusing on a tough problem, take a break, but take a real break.

There are types of breaks that are very simple to do but will allow you to regain energy and clear your mindso you can get back to work and focus. Whenever you need to recharge, take off five or ten minutes and graba piece of fruit and a sip of tea, or plain fresh water... or just sit back with your eyes closed and take a few deepbreaths.

Sometimes you may need a change of scenery, so go outside for a brisk walkand get some fresh air, or you can try to take a 30-minute, or one-hour nap. Sleep

makes you feel better, but its importance goes way beyond just boosting yourenergy and your mood.

Take care of your health

Adequate sleep is a key part of a healthy lifestyle, and can benefityour heart, weight, mind, and more. Sleep needs vary, but mostadults do best with seven to nine hours of nightly sleep. Gettingat least seven hours of sleep will go a long way toward improvingyour focus during the day. Certain tasks require a lot of our focusand energy. By taking steps to increase our energy levels throughproper diet and exercise, it is easier to focus.

An important step toward good health is becomingaware of your own personal risk for chronic diseases.Some risks, such as smoking cigarettes or being over-weight, are obvious, but other risk factors, such ashigh blood pressure or high blood cholesterol, havefew visible signs or no symptoms at all. To learn moreabout your risk, make an appointment with your doc-tor for a thorough checkup.


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Fatigue breaks us downphysically and emotionally andwreaks havoc on the immunesystem, making us more sus-ceptible to illness, depression,

and even chronic conditions likeheart disease. Moreover, propernutrition and the timing of whatyou eat can do wonders to makeyou feel alert and powerful.

For example, breakfast really isthe most important meal of theday. Not only does it give youenergy to start a new day, butbreakfast is linked to manyhealth benefits, including weight

control and improved perfor-mance. Eating breakfast isimportant for everyone, but isespecially so for children andadolescents. According to theAmerican Dietetic Association,children who eat breakfastperform better in the classroomand on the playground, withbetter concentration, problem-solving skills, and eye-hand co-

ordination. Additionally, certainnutrients, especially iron, mayhelp us to feel more energized.Iron is essential for producinghemoglobin, which carriesoxygen to our bodys cells,where it is used to produceenergy. Too little iron (iron-defi-ciency) has also been shown todecrease immunity, and cancause fatigue and impair

Eat healthy.

physical and mental

endurance. Greatplant sources of ironinclude beans, lentils,spinach, and sesameseeds; eating themwith vitamin C-richfoods can boost ironabsorption.

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Exercise! Exercise makes you feel more relaxed, stronger, andmore capable of handling lifes challenges. Exercise is

for everyone who wants to feel better; it opens you up by invigoratingyour mind and body. Physical activity stimulates various brain chemi-cals that may leave you feeling happier and more relaxed. You mayalso feel better about your appearance and yourself when you exerciseregularly, which can boost your confidence and improve your self-es-teem.

Research shows that as little as 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physi-cal activity on all days of the week, helps to protect and maintain yourhealth. This level of activity can reduce your risk of heart disease aswell as lower your chances of having a stroke, colon cancer, high blood

pressure, diabetes, and other medical problems.

Exercise and physical activity deliver oxygen and nutrients to your tis-sues and help your cardiovascular system work more efficiently. Andwhen your heart and lungs work more efficiently, you have more energy

to go about your daily chores.

So, having abalance betweenyour job and caringfor yourself, making

time for the thingsthat ignite your joy,

riods of at least10 minutes

each. Now - goahead and takedance classes,hit the hikingtrails or join asoccer team.Find a physicalactivity you en-

joy, and just doit.

Examples of moderate activity are taking a brisk walk, lightweight-lifting, dancing, raking leaves, washing a car, house clean-

You dont have to join a gym, or sign up for exhaustingclasses to reap the benefits!

and eating a healthy, balanceddiet, along with regular exerciseand seeing your doctor can keepyou HEALTHIER and HAPPIER.

ing, or gardening. If you prefer, you can di-vide your 30-minute activity into shorter pe-


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Good, Affordable Nutrition is Possible

Save time bycooking largequantities ofground beef andchicken and thenputtting in thefreezer in smallerportions.

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Rising food prices are making it increasingly difficult for families to prepare cost-friendly meals. When resourcesare limited, the 99-cent specials may get more attention than the homemade meals that may seen moreexpensive. Eating out costs money and uses extra gas. Preparing food at home allows YOU to control what

goes in to your food. Food prepared at home can be healthier. If you have children or grandchildren involvethem in the meal planning and preparation to build their kitchen skills. If you allow them to participate, to offerideas and to help in choosing and preparing foods, not only will you be teaching them to choose the rightfoods, but also to cook and eat healthy foods.

These tips will help you get started.

Healthy eating starts with learning new ways to eat.

A variety of foods each day will help you get all the nutrientsyou need. Most days, eat from each food groupgrains,protein foods, vegetables and fruits, and dairy. Choosedifferent foods in each food group.

You can have delicious and healthy dishes that fit your budget. Thekey is in planning what and how much to buy and how to prepare it.

later in the week, or freeze leftovers inindividual containers for future use. If youmust have snacks on hand like cookies,

smaller portions help you avoidoverindulging. Keep healthy foods insight, like fruit on a bowl in the kitchen orcut-up vegetables in the refrigerator. Youand your family are more likely to choosethem over less healthy snack foods.

Plan ahead, take advantage of what youhave and try to save time when cooking.Decide on the meals and snacks youwant. Before you head for the grocerystore, plan your meals and snacks for the

week. Review recipes for whatingredients are needed. Check to seewhat foods you already have and makea list of what you need to buy. Whenplanning the foods to add to your list, youshould also take into account howperishable they are.

Cook once, eat twice. Making a large batch bydoubling a recipe will save time in the kitchen lateron. Extra portions can be used for lunches or meals

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Multiply Multiply

Your Grocery Money!In 2012 alone, more than 36 million tons of foodwaste were generated, and only three percent of

that waste was diverted from landfills forcomposting, according to the EPA.The fact is thatsome of that food waste could become usefulcompost, but what about if instead we tried to savemoney by multiplying or cloning our vegetablesinstead composting? Even though it can sound toogood to be true, re-growing your groceries is

possible.

If you take a minute and look at what are youthrowing away, you may find some vegetables thatcan be re-grown from scraps. Yes - it means that

you can grow your own vegetables without starting

Some foods should be eaten that same day;otherwise, freeze them. For example, you can makespaghetti and pastas, divide them in three parts andfreeze two of them. Since this dish will have beenpreviously cooked, it will not take as much time toprepare. As you cook them, you can combine themwith other foods, such as chicken, beef chunks, andfresh vegetables, and by simply adding a sauce,you'll have a hearty dish that can be accompaniedby mashed potatoes and fresh salad, which willmake the dish bigger and healthier at everyoccasion, plus providing variety with the same dish.

Eat a snack or a meal and a glass of water beforeyou shop. With a full stomach you are less temptedto buy ready-to-eat foods, candies, chips, or fastfood, or drinks to satisfy your hunger or thirst.

Small changes in your shoppinghabits can mean saving moneyat the grocery store.

Look for specials and seasonal foods. Only usecoupons for foods you need; sometimes couponstempt you to buy things you don't need. Re-evaluate everything. Do I need this? Buy ONLYwhats on the list.

Buy smart, and be realistic. Shop healthy.Include some healthy snack foods and specialtreats on your shopping list. Remember to includesome healthy convenience foods, such as cut-up,bagged, fresh vegetables or lower-calorie or lower-sodium frozen foods.

Dried beans and peas are a good source of proteinand fiber. They last a long time without spoiling.

Be aware of downsizing. Keep track of the priceas well as the quantity or weight you are buying. A

trend in recent years is for manufacturers to keepthe same sized packaging and same product price,but reduce the quantity of product inside thepackage. This trend has been most commonly seenin baby food, and coffee, as well as paper andcleaning products.

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and onions. Place the root end in a dish of water. Makesure that the roots are in the water, but do notsubmerge the rest of the plant. Place it in a sunnywindow and spray with water 1-2 times a week to keepthe top of the plant moist. After a few days, you shouldstart to see roots and new leaves appear. After a weekor so, transplant it into soil with just the leaves showing

above the level of the soil. The plant will continue togrow, and within a few weeks it will sprout a wholenew head. You can also plant your cutting directlyinto soil (without starting the process in water) but youwill need to keep the soil very moist for the first weekuntil the new shoots start to appear.

Onions, Leeks, Scallions, and Fennel can be easilyre-grown. For any of the four simply place the rootend in a jar of water; it will begin to re-grow within justa few days. Just make sure to replace the water withfresh as needed. For basil, cilantro and garlic, when

they start to sprout theyll grow stronger roots if theyare placed in a glass of water as well. Once the rootsare long enough, just plant them in a pot. In a fewweeks, new sprigs will start, and in a few months you'llhave a full plant ready to enjoy in salads, pasta andas a garnish.

This is the best time of year to eat and then reproducethe vegetables you enjoy the most. Your successre-growing lovely, fresh veggies from scrap may vary;some veggies just propagate more easily than others.So, go ahead and experiment its lots of fun!

from seeds!

So you wont need to buy them again - and youwill also have some aromatic houseplants. Thereare three main ways you can grow plants fromscraps: depending on the plant, you can startgrowing it in water, pebbles or soil, and mostplants will eventually need to be transferred tosoil. But since the beautiful San Diego climate ison our side, you can grow plants both indoorsand outdoors.

Vegetables and herbs that you buy once andenjoy can re-grow and reproduce forever! Never

buy another head of lettuce again. Don't throwout the end of romaine! Use it to re-grow a headof lettuce. Like growing lettuce, growing greenonions, celery, Bok Choy, cabbage, basil, parsley,pineapple, and avocados, all can be re-grown byusing a dish with lilt water to encourage roots andreproduce!

Cut the leaves or stalks off to about an inch abovethe roots on lettuce, celery, Bok Choy, cabbage

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1-888-WIC-SYHC

Pregnant, breastfeeding, or have children under 5 years oldYou can get:

Breastfeeding support

Nutrition and health education

Referrals to health care

Special vouchers for healthy foods

Low wage, working families (and migrants)

are welcome to apply

If you are:

( 1-888-942-7942)

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.


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The benefits of healthy eating forchildren go beyond development andhealthy growth. Healthy eating canstabilize childrens energy, sharpentheir minds, and even out their moods.By encouraging healthy eating habitsyou can make a huge impact on yourchildrens lifelong relationship withfood and give them the bestopportunity to grow into healthy,confident and successful adults.

Research shows that introducing fruits, vegetables,

whole grains, and other healthy foods in the earlyyears increases the chance that children will liketrying out new healthy foods. Talk to your doctoror a registered dietitian about the nutrient-richfoods your baby needs and when to introducethem.

Fruits

Make Fruit & Vegetables easily accessible.Have a bowl of fruit on your counter and havefreshly-cut fruit & veggies in the fridge readyto go.

EASY WAYS

HEALTHY

When children are offered a balanced diet overtime, they will develop good eating habits. To helpwith the selection of healthier food choices, the U.S.Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designedan easy-to follow symbol: My Plate.

MyPlate focuses on eating a variety of foods fromthe five food groups. Each food group by itselfprovides some, but not all, of the nutrients andenergy children need. This is why variety is thekey to planning meals using MyPlate. The foodswe offer children each day should include choicesfrom all five food groups: grains, vegetables, fruits,

dairy, and protein.

Fresh, canned, dried andfrozen fruits each supply a

wealth of vitamins and minerals, most notably vitaminC and potassium. Vitamin C is an antioxidant thathelps control infections and aids your body inproducing collagen, a substance necessary for healthybones, teeth and blood vessels. This vitamin alsohelps neutralize free radicals, which can decreaseyour risk of certain illnesses and diseases. Potassiumis a mineral essential for the health of your heart andmuscles. It also helps your body maintain a healthy

THE FIVE GROUPS AND THEIR NUTRIENTS

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THE FIVE GROUPS AND THEIR NUTRIENTS

fluid balance.

All vegetables supply nutrients, and the morecolorful they are, the higher the concentration ofkey vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin A andfolate. Vitamin A is crucial for the health of youreyes, but it also encourages your body to producehealthy white blood cells. Additionally, it helps yourbody maintain bone mass, and aids in the health

of your skin. Many vegetables, most notably leafygreens, also provide folate, a B vitamin that helpsreduce the risk of certain birth defects, such as

Vegetables

Grainsspina bifida.

The most notable benefit of eating plenty of grainsis the amount of fiber you get. Whole grains supplyseveral grams of fiber per serving, and choosingthem over refined grains is a smart choice. A dietthat includes plenty of fiber can reduce your risk ofconstipation, heart disease and diabetes. Enrichedgrains, such as bread, pasta and breakfast cereal,also contain a healthy dose of B vitamins. Bvitamins, such as riboflavin, thiamin and niacin, aidin energy production and might also reduce yourrisk of certain health problems, such as heart

Protein Foodsdisease and cancer.

Meat, beans, nuts, seeds and tofu each supplya healthy dose of protein. Your body relies onprotein for each of the functions it carries out andto produce energy from the foods you eat. Proteinfoods are also a healthy source of iron, a mineralthat is crucial for the formation of healthy redblood cells and for the movement of oxygenthrough your body. Zinc is another mineralpresent in many protein foods. This mineralsupports a healthy immune system and aids inwound healing and cell division.

Dairy foods are usually associated withcalcium, a mineral essential for strong teeth

and bones. Dairy foods, such as milk, cheeseand yogurt, are also healthy sources ofphosphorus, and milk supplies a good amountof vitamin D. Phosphorus works with calciumto support healthy bones and teeth and alsohelps you maintain a regular heartbeat andcontract your muscles properly. Vitamin Dhelps your body absorb calcium. It alsosupports a healthy immune system and mightreduce your risk of certain illnesses, such asheart disease and cancer.

Dairy

For more information about the Five groups and eating plans andserving sizes, visit: ChooseMyPlate.gov.

Make healthy food look FUN turn something that

can be a little boring into something the kids areexcited to eat! You can use cookie cutters to makeshapes too. Fill their plates with FUN food!

Variety is the spice of life. Add different colorsto their plates. This encourages them to eat avariety of vitamins too!


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Tips for Cleaning

Fruits, Vegetables

If you think foodborne illness is only caused by animalproducts, think again. Last year, the U.S. experiencedseveral large outbreaks of illness caused by fruits andvegetables. Do you know how to make sure the produceyou serve is safe?

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Glenda Lewis, an expert onfoodborne illness withthe Food and Drug

Wash your hands for 20 secondswith warm water and soap beforeand after preparing fresh produce.

Federal health officialsestimate that nearly 48million people are sickenedby food contaminated with

harmful germs each year,and some of the causesmight surprise you.

Although most people knowanimal products must behandled carefully to preventillness, many dont realizethat produce can also be theculprit in outbreaks offoodborne illness. In recentyears, the United Stateshas had several largeoutbreaks of illness causedby contaminated fruits andvegetab lesinc lud ingspinach, tomatoes, andlettuce.

Administration, says fresh produce can become

contaminated in many ways. During the growingphase, fruits and veggies may be contaminatedby animals, harmful substances in the soil orwater, and poor hygiene among workers. Afterproduce is harvested, it passes through manyhands, increasing the contamination risk.Contamination can even occur after the producehas been purchased, during food preparation, orthrough inadequate storage.

FDA says to choose produce that isnt bruisedor damaged, and make sure that pre-cutitemssuch as bags of lettuce or watermelonslicesare either refrigerated or on ice bothin the store and at home. In addition, follow

these recommendations:

Store perishable produce in therefrigerator at 40 degrees or below.

Cut away any damaged or bruisedareas before preparing or eating.

Gently rubproduce whileholding underplain runningwater. Theresno need to usesoap or a

produce wash.

Wash produceBEFORE youpeel it, so dirt andbacteria arenttransferred fromthe knife onto thefruit or vegetable.

Use a clean vegetable brush to scrub firm produce,

such as melons and cucumbers.Dry produce with a clean cloth or paper towel tofurther reduce bacteria that may be present.

Throw away the outermost leaves of a head of let-tuce or cabbage.

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LEAD

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Lead poisoning is a silent threat toyour children that could be lurkingin many places around your homeor property. It is a preventablecondition caused by breathing inlead dust or eating something thathas been contaminated with lead.

"Lead poisoning is still a risk aslong as there are people living inolder homes that may have lead-based paint, said Lillan Jalali,community health promotionspecialist, from the San DiegoCounty Health and HumanServices Agency Childhood Lead

Lead poisoning is a seriousmenace. The disease canpermanently and irreversiblydamage the developing brainsand other organs of youngchildren. Serious effects caninclude lowered intelligence,behavior disorder, and slowedphysical development. Oncepoisoned, a young childschances for academic, social andoccupational success aresignificantly diminished.

POISONING

Main Sources of Lead

Lead-based paint is a hazard if it

is peeling, chipping, chalking, orcracking. Even lead-based paintthat appears to be undisturbed canbe a problem if it is on surfaces that

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Avoid Foodborne Illness

Food safety tips to prevent food-borne illness at both homes andbusinesses by The County of

San Diego Department ofEnvironmental Health :

Keep refrigerator and freezerdoors closed. Keep potentiallyhazardous foods, such as meator poultry, chilled to 41F or less.

Do not place hot orunrefrigerated foods in therefrigerator once the power hasgone out. It will raise the

temperature inside the unit. Chillfood with ice baths as needed.Any foods that were preparedprior to the power outage thatwere not rapidly cooled shouldbe discarded.

If the freezer is not full, grouppackages together so they willretain the cold more effectively.Without power, a full freezer willkeep everything frozen for about2 days. A half-full freezer willkeep food frozen 1 day.

If you have advance warningof a power outage and if theoutage is anticipated to lastmore than 4 hours move foodsthat must be refrigerated to thefreezer as space will allow. Ifnecessary, use block ice orbagged ice for supplementalcooling.

Keep meat and poultry itemsseparated from other foods soif they begin to thaw, their juiceswill not drip onto other foods.

Discard any thawed food thathas risen to room temperatureand remained there for four (4)hours or more.

Kitchen ventilation units willshut off during power outages.Be advised that there havebeen reports of smoke, heatand grease emissions settingoff alarm and fire suppressionsystems.

When in doubt, throw it out!

When the power comes backon, all potentially hazardousfoods must be evaluated for

proper temperatures. Bacteriacan multiply rapidly onpotentially hazardous foodsthat have been at roomtemperature for more than 4hours. Thawed foods that areat 41F or below should beused as soon as possible. Donot refreeze thawed foods.

For more information on foodhandling, visit the U.S.

Department of AgricultureMeat and Poultrywww.usda.gov

If the power outage lasts morethan two hours, permitted foodfacilities should contact theFood and Housing Division at(858) 505-6900 [email protected]


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COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO

The Department of Housingand Community Development

Protect

Your Family

From Lead

In Your

Home

Lead from paint chips, which

you can see, and lead dust, whichyou cant always see, can both beserious hazards.

Removing lead improperlycan increase the hazard to yourfamily by spreading even morelead dust around the house.

Just knowing that a home haslead-based paint may not tell youif there is a hazard.

The National Lead

Information Center

1- 800-424-LEAD

Lead poisoning is preventable

If you think your home has high levels of lead: Get your children tested for lead, even if they seemhealthy. Do not use imported pottery to store or serve food.

Let tap water run for one minute before using. Use only cold water for making your babys formula,drinking, and cooking. Always wash your hands before eating. Make sure your children eat healthy, low-fat foods highin iron, calcium, and vitamin C. Wash childrens hands, bottles, pacifiers, and toys. Regularly clean floors, windowsills, and other surfaces

using wet methodsthat control dust. Wipe or removeshoes before en-

tering your house. If you rent, it isyour landlords jobto keep paint ingood shape. Re-port peeling orchipping paint toyour landlord andcall your health de-partment if thepaint is not re-paired safely.

Dont try to remove paint yourself! Get your home tested for lead if it was built before1978.Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP)

Lead poisoning often occurs with no visible or obvioussymptoms and frequently goes unrecognized. Even lowlevels of exposure can cause learning and behavioralproblems.The only way to find out if your child has leadpoisoning is to get a blood test.Children with healthinsurance should be tested for lead poisoning by theirhealth care provider any time it is possible the childmight have been exposed to lead. The CLPPPrecommends that children with publicly-fundedinsurance be tested when they are 1 and 2 years oldand any time up to the age of 6 if they have never beenscreened before. Medi-Cal and low-incomechildren can get free medical checkups, including ablood lead test. For information call the Child Healthand Disability Prevention Program at 1-800-675-2229or 1- 800-424-5323.

children chew or thatget a lot of wear andtear. The older yourhome is, the more likelyit is to contain lead-based paint.Besideslead-based paint, otherpotential sources in-

clude:

Contaminated dustforms when lead paintis dryscraped orsanded. Dust can alsobecome contaminatedwhen painted surfacesbump or rub together.Lead chips and dustcan gather on surfacesand objects that people

touch or that childrenput into their mouths.

Contaminated soiloccurs when exteriorlead-based paint fromhouses, buildings, orother structures flakesor peels and gets intothe soil. Soil near road-ways may also be con-taminated from past

use of leaded gasolinein cars. Avoid these ar-eas when planting veg-etable gardens.

Other Sources ofLead: Contaminateddrinking water fromolder plumbing fixtures,Lead-based paintedtoys and household fur-niture, Imported lead-

glazed pottery andleaded crystal, Leadsmelters, Hobbies, Folkremedies like azarconand pay-loo-ah, andcosmetics like kohl andkajal.


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The Facts about kids and Medication Safety

BY SAFE KIDS WORLDWIDE

Put all medicines up and away and out of sight including yourown. Make sure that all medicines and vitamins are stored out ofreach and out of sight of children. In 3 out of 4 emergency roomvisits for medicine poisoning, the child got into medicine belongingto a parent or grandparent.

Children are curious by nature, and it makes sense that they would be even more

curious when it comes to medication. Many medications look and taste like candy.While its important to encourage our kids to explore and discover new things,when it comes to medication, we want to be careful to keep them safe. Here area few tips to show you how.

Keep all medicines intheir original packagesand containers.

It is estimated that in 38 percent of ER visits involving amedicine poisoning, the medicine belonged to agrandparent. Talk to grandparents about being extramindful with medicine or pillboxes when children arearound.

Consider places where kids get into medicine. Kids get into medication in all sorts of places, like inpurses and nightstands. In 67% of emergency room visits for medicine poisoning, the medicine was leftwithin reach of a child, such as in a purse, on a counter or dresser, or on the ground. Place purses andbags in high locations, and avoid leaving medicines on a nightstand or dresser.

Store Medicines Safely

Consider products you might not think about asmedicines. Most parents store medicine up and away -or at least the products they consider to be medicine.They may not think about products such as diaper rashremedies, vitamins or eye drops as medicine, but theyactually are and need to be stored safely.

Put the toll-free number for the Poison ControlCenter (1-800-222-1222) into your home and cell

phones. You can also put the number on yourrefrigerator or another place in your home wherebabysitters and caregivers can see it.

If your child has collapsed, is notbreathing, or has a seizure, call 911.

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STINGS!

Insect bites and stings can cause an immediate skin reaction.The bite from fire ants and the stings from bees, wasps, andhornets are usually painful. Bites caused by mosquitoes, fleas,and mites are more likely to cause itching than pain.

In most cases, bites and stings can be easily treated at home.However, some people have a severe allergic reaction toinsect bites and stings. This is a life-threatening allergicreaction known as anaphylaxis, and it requires urgentemergency care. Severe reactions can affect the whole body

and may occur very quickly, often within minutes. Thesesevere reactions can be rapidly fatal if untreated. Call 911 ifyou are with someone who has chest pain, face or mouthswelling, difficulty swallowing, trouble breathing, or goes intoshock.

By the National Institutes of Health

Use appropriate insect repellants and protectiveclothing, and also avoid perfumes and floral-patterned or dark clothing

Use caution when eating outdoors, especiallywith sweetened beverages or in areas aroundgarbage cans, which often attract bees.

For those who have a serious allergy to insectbites or stings, carry an emergency epinephrinekit (which requires a prescription). Friends andfamily should be taught how to use it if you havea reaction. Wear a medical ID bracelet.

For emergencies (severe reactions):

Check the person'sairways andbreathing. Ifnecessary, call 911and begin rescuebreathing and CPR.

Reassure the person.Try to keep him or hercalm.

Remove rings andconstricting items

because the affectedarea may swell.

Use the person'sEpiPen or otheremergency kit, if theyhave one. (Somepeople who haveserious insectreactions carry it withthem.)

If appropriate, treatthe person for signsof shock. Remainwith the person untilmedical help arrives.

The non-emergency symptoms vary according tothe type of insect and the individual. Most peoplehave localized pain, redness, swelling, or itching.You may also feel burning, numbness, or tingling.

When to Contact a Medical Professional. Call 911if the person is having a severe reaction:

Trouble breathing, wheezing, shortness of breath

Swelling anywhere on the face or in the mouth

Throat tightness or difficulty swallowing

Feeling weak Turning blueRemove the stinger if still present by scraping the backof a credit card or other straight-edged object acrossthe stinger. Do not use tweezers -- these may squeezethe venom sac and increase the amount of venomreleased.

GENERAL STEPS FOR MOST BITES AND STINGS:

Wash the site thoroughly with soap and water.

Place ice (wrapped in a washcloth) on the site of thesting for 10 minutes and then off for 10 minutes. Repeatthis process.

If necessary, take an antihistamine, or apply creamsthat reduce itching. Over the next several days, watchfor signs of infection (such as increasing redness,swelling, or pain).

DO NOT apply a tourniquet.

Do NOT give the person stimulants, aspirin, or otherpain medication unless prescribed by the doctor.

Some spider bites, like those of the black widow orbrown recluse, are also serious and can be life-threatening. Most spider bites, however, areharmless. If bitten by an insect or spider, bring it foridentification if this can be done quickly and safely.

PREVENTION

SYMPTOMS

INSECT BITES AND

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Get the Facts and

Join the Fight!

Mosquitoes are one of the deadliest

creatures on earth, spreading dis-eases like West Nile virus, malaria,dengue, encephalitis, and others.

-A mosquito has four stages of life:1. Egg: Once laid in water, eggs will hatch in 2to 3 days.2. Larva: A mosquito larva looks like a tiny

wiggling worm in the water.3. Pupa: A larva becomes a pupa and the adultmosquito develops inside.4. Adult: Total development time from egg toadult can be less than 1 week during periods ofwarm weather. The average mosquito will livefor about 2 weeks.

The Best Defense is to

Avoid Mosquito Bites.

There is no human vaccine to prevent West Nilevirus and no specific treatment for the virus. Thebest defense against West Nile Virus is to avoidmosquito bites. You can reduce contact withmosquitoes by taking the following actions:

If outdoors when mosquitoes are active, dressin light-colored, long-sleeved clothing, long pantsand socks during dawn and dusk hours whenoutdoors during prime mosquito hours. Applymosquito repellent with DEET to clothing andexposed skin in accordance with label directions.

Make sure doors and windows have tight-fit-ting screens. Repair or replace screens thathave tears or holes.

Discard any outdoor container that might holdwater, or empty water from wading pools and birdbaths once a week.

Report dead birds on your property to theVector Control Program. Dead birds (crows, blue

jays and raptors) can be the first indicators of thepresence of West Nile Virus in the area.

Call Vector Control to get free mosquito fish forgreen pools, ponds and fountains (858) 694-2888

Neglected swimming pools can be ideal sourcesfor larval development of the mosquito speciesthat transmits WNV and therefore a public healthhazard. Residents should report neglected pools.Technicians would be dispatched to inspect andtreat the pool, as necessary, to eliminate the risk.

The Mosquito Life Cycle

Worldwide, nearly 4 million people die each yearfrom various mosquito-borne diseases. Beingoutside means youre at risk. The more timeyoure outdoors, the more time you could be

bitten by an infected mosquito. By monitoringand reducing mosquito populations, the Countyof San Diego Vector Control Program protectspublic health and promotes an environmentwhere residents can enjoy parks, open spacesand other outdoor activities.

County of San Diego Vector Control Program(858) 694-2888 | SDFightTheBite.com


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Bill's Fight for His Life

The West Nile virus, WNV is a potentiallylife-threatening disease carried by birds.Mosquitoes transmit the virus from infectedbirds to people and horses.

Bill does not remember being bitten by amosquito. He does remember waking up onMonday morning with a rash from his neck tohis feet. He immediately went to see his doctorwho sent him to the lab for some blood work totry to determine the cause of the rash.

By this point, the virus wasattacking Bills brain. Hehas no memory of goingto the lab or driving backto work.

By Wednesday, Bill wasshivering so much that his

jaw hurt. He also beganto hallucinate. His nextstop was the hospitalemergency room wherehe spent the next 13 hoursgetting tested for meningi-tis among other things.

As there is no treatment for

viral meningitis, his doctorsneeded to find out if hismeningitis was bacterial orviral. It took almost twoweeks to get the diagnosis.It was West Nile virus.By then Bill had lost almost30 pounds. He has verylittle memory of his longhospital stay. On a follow

up visit to his doctor, Bill found out that his

doctors didnt know if he was going to makeit.

Before he got West Nile virus, Bill Polick knewa lot about West Nile virus (WNV. He waspresent at the Countys 2001 news conferencethat exposed the threat WNV poses to

By being aware of the illness, itssymptoms and preventive measures,we can all ensure a healthier San Diego.

San Diego residents, two full years beforethe virus was even confirmed to be in San Di-ego County.

Today he hopes by sharing his story he will helpothers avoid getting sick.

The virus often goesundiagnosed as manypeople who contract thevirus show no symptoms.Others get mild symptomsranging from headaches

to muscle stiffness, rash,fever and nausea. Thesesymptoms are often mis-taken for the flu.

In severe cases, theillness can causeencephalitis (inflammationof the brain) and meningi-tis (swelling of the tissuesurrounding the brain and

spinal column).

Symptoms includenumbness, paralysis,tremors, severeheadaches, hallucinationsand loss of vision.

Encephalitis and meningi-tis can also affect memory

and other cognitive functions. These neurological

effects can be permanent. Nearly 1,200 deathshave been reported nationwide since 1999, whenthe disease was first discovered in the U.S.

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"We are reclaiming ourwaterfront and that iswhat today is all about,"said Mayor KevinFaulconer. "It was aparking space, now it isa people space."

This park is the new showpiece of theNorth Embarcadero, said SupervisorGreg Cox. The Countys dream for apark encircling our County Administra-tion Center has finally come true, and itwill become a destination in itself forresidents and visitors alike.

The San Diego waterfront belongsto the public, said Supervisor RonRoberts. I am immensely proud,and grateful, to have been part ofa Board of Supervisors that showedhow a dream can become a last-ing gift for future generations.

San Diego Now Has a

New Place to Play,

Exercise, and Relax!

Fireworks boomed, scissors snipped a1,600 foot-long ribbon and fountains of wa-ter soared toward the sky all at the openingof the Countys new Waterfront Parkdowntown.

Crowds of people looked on as the parkformally opened to the public, and thenstayed on to enjoy a wide range of festivi-

ties throughout the 12-acre site.

Designed with conservation in mind, twoof the parks three gardens feature drought-tolerant plants. Drip irrigation rings the trees,and planting beds reduce water usage.Instead of concrete, decomposed granitewas used for walking paths, minimizingstorm water runoff. A concession buildingwas built to Leadership in Energy andEnvironmental Design, or LEED, Silverstandards.

The Countys newest park features anexpansive civic green along the entirewestern side of the park with room for 3,900people on the north lawn and 2,900 on thesouth lawn, grand promenades and anelevated terrace that wraps around the westside of the building.

The park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. andpeople interested in reserving a spot for weddings,company events and birthday parties can callCounty Parks and Recreation at (619) 232-PARK(7275) or stop by the new Parks office onthe southwest side of the building. For moreinformation about County parks, visit: sdparks.org.

A spectacular 830-foot-long fountain runs nearlythe length of the park and its jets shoot water 14feet into the air. The fountains basins create aone-inch-deep splash area for children.The fountain is the most eye-catching feature ofthe park. It uses 80,000 gallons of water that isstored in an underground reservoir and reusedover and over again. The water is treatedconstantly so it remains safe to the public.

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YOU!Disaster Can Occur Suddenly

and Without Warning

Living in a coastal state, we are faced with certain risksfor natural disasters and other emergencies for whichwe must always be prepared.

Many different types of disasters can force people toevacuate their homes, and proper and timely evacua-tion can be the difference between life and death. While

it may be difficult to leave your home, your support net-work, and your friends, it could be even worse to ignorethe warnings of emergency.

After the firestorm on May, the County of San Diego isurging residents to be prepared and to take steps to pro-tect you and your family.

Families should pre-pare an emergencysupplies kit. Gather

items for a home, workand car emergency kitto last three days atminimum. The itemsshould be stored in aready-to-grab water-proof bag or container,such as a plastic tub.Pre-packaged emer-gency kits are availableat some big box storesor at the American RedCross, but residents

can also put their ownkits together by buyingitems or gatheringitems from home.Check your emergencysupplies throughoutthe year to replace firstaid supplies, batteries,food, and water asneeded.

Personalize your kitsfor your family by con-

sidering the dietaryneeds of infants, petsand other family mem-bers. If anyone in yourfamily requires medica-tion, keep an extraweeks supply in yourkits. Keep a copy of im-portant documentssuch as insurance poli-cies, identification, andbank records in caseyou have to evacuatequickly. You can scanand store them onlineor on a thumb drive. Dothe same with familyphotographs.

Families can better cope with disasters and recover faster by

preparing in advance and working together as a team.. Plan-ning what to do before a disaster strikes provides the bestprotection for you and your family. Your plan should also in-clude what to do when other disaster than earthquake mayoccur such as Tsumani, Wild fire and even a home fire.It isimportant to create a communication plan to help you andyour loved ones connect and get help.

A disaster could happen while parents are at work and chil-dren are at school. Complete a family disaster plan and re-view it every year to establish things such as a reunion loca-tion if you are separated from your family and identifying thelocation of utilities around your home.

To complete a family disaster plan, visit, ReadySanDiego.organd click the Family tab. Templates are available in English,Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese.

One important step is todownload the Countys

free SD Emergencyapp, available from boththe Apple Store andGoogle Play. The apphas preparedness infor-mation, and providescritical updates duringa disaster, such as shel-ters, health warningsand other information.Residents can also signup to get free emer-gency alerts by cell

phone during a disaster.Register your phone forAlertSanDiego. You canregister up to five phonenumbers per address.

During an emergency,the County of San Di-ego emergency websitewill be updated withnews including road clo-sures and shelters.

If the power is out, youcan use your battery-powered radio to getupdates from KOGO600 AM or XTRA Sports1360 AM. Residentscan call 2-1-1 for emer-gency updates or ser-vices.

The County of SanDiego also will also

send out information onTwitter via the SanDiego County, ReadySan Diego and SanDiego Listo accounts.

PREPARE!

PLAN!

STAY

INFORMED!

PLAN! PREPARE! AND STAY INFORMED!

PREPAREDNESS STARTS WITH

Please visit: ReadySanDiego.org for more informa-

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Soccer isn't the most popular sport in the world fornothing. Millions of children across the world reap thebenefits of this demanding, yet fun, game. There aremany benefits of playing soccer for children, with oneof the main ones being to increase their level of fitnessand to teach them the importance of regular exercise.

Soccer is an aerobic sport, and getting children involvedin playing a game that involves as much cardiovascular

exercise as soccer does will help them to maintain ahealthy heart and lungs as they grow and develop.Regular playing will also build muscle strength,particularly in the legs, and improve their energy levelsover time.

Soccer Scores a

Goal for Your Health!

Each soccer player scores a goal in favor

of their bones health and their physical ,mental and social development.

Soccer is a sport that, when played during theyounger years, helps in muscle developmentand strengthens the bone system in generalby increasing bone mineral density (BMD).

Soccer is known as a high impact sport thatinvolves the players constant attention,coordination, agility, education andentertainment. In addition, during each match,a soccer player is in continuous movement,including the goal keeper, who has the most

responsibility and pressure during the match:the defense of the goal line. Even though thegoal keeper might not run or move as much asthe other players, he is required to keep hisattention on all the moves and show agility instopping all the goal attempts.

Soccer is a sport that can begin as healthyrecreation, but has the potential ofbecoming something professional, andalong the way, winning each match is a goalto reach.

What many people may not think about whenconsidering enrolling their child into a sport arethe benefits of soccer for children beyond justthe physical fitness aspect of the game.

As a team sport, it is a great hobby to helpyoungsters build social skills. Because soccerplayers are required to work as part of a team,communication skills are essential. Youngplayers will learn the importance and value ofworking as part of a team; transferable skills thatthey will continue to use and build uponthroughout their lives.By putting all of the skills

that they have learned into practice, youth teamswill work together and play together to be thebest that they can be.

No matter the result of the games, withall of the skills that children learn throughplaying soccer and take forward withthem later in life, any soccer-playing

youngster will be a winner.

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First, be prepared foraccidents by having presentsomeone who knows first aidfor minor injuries, such as facecuts, bumps or minor sprains.However, it is also important tohave someone at hand formajor emergencies, such asconcussions, dislocations orelbow, leg, knee, finger or toefractures.

Clinical studies have proventhat muscles are more easilyhurt when cold, which is why,before engaging in any sport, 3to 5 minutes should be devotedto warm up and stretchmuscles. You may walk, jump

rope, bike or finish with 30seconds of stretching.

The field should be in goodconditions, be flat, not wet, nothave any holes or trash, and theball should not absorb water,since this makes them heavierand an injury risk.

The players should wearsynthetic clothing, special

soccer shoes and shin guardsat each match or trainingsession.

Even slight dehydrationcan compromiseperformance and increasethe risk for heat- relatedillness.

Thirst isnt an accurateindicator of fluid needs. Allathletes should beencouraged to drink on a

schedule or at regularintervals before theybecome thirsty.

Fluids to Avoid DuringPractice or Games are:Fruit juices, carbonatedbeverages, caffeinatedbeverages, and energydrinks.

Provided by:

The American Academy of Orthopedists

Those who attend the matches are recommended to not sit close to the goal area because there have beencases of mortal hits caused by balls that do not make it into the net. Deaths among the players or attendees havealso occurred when the audience loses control, getting into fights and throwing objects.

Soccer Heat Safety Tips

Learn the warning signs of dehydration and heat illness. If someone

becomes fatigued, dizzy, nauseous or has a headache duringexercise in the heat, have them stop, rest and drink fluids. Seekmedical attention if symptoms persist.

AFTER ACTIVITY-Regardless of thirst, drink every 20minutes for one hour after activity.

Drinks high in sugar content can slow fluidabsorption and cause upset stomach.Carbonation can reduce voluntary drinkingdue to stomach fullness. Caffeinatedbeverages have a mild diuretic effect andcould promote dehydration. Drinks high in

carbohydrates such as energy drinks slowfluid absorption.

BE PREPARED DURING HOT WEATHERChildren should wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. Take breaks in the shadewhenever possible. Always have a phoneavailable and be familiar with emergencynumbers. Keep ice and ice towels on handin case of heat-related emergencies.

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CAN KILL!

HEAT

DRINK PLENTY OF WATER.

Watch for symptoms of HEAT EXHAUSTIONand HEAT STROKE.

Be prepared to act by learning correct firstaid procedures ahead of time.

Avoid Heat-related Illness!

Headaches

Dizziness or lightheadedness

Weakness

Mood changes, irritability, confusion or theinability to think clearly

Nausea and vomiting

Fainting

Pale, clammy skin

ACT IMMEDIATELY! If not treated, heatexhaustion can advance to heat stroke

Move victim to a cool, shaded area. Don't leavethe person alone. If symptoms include dizzinessor lightheadedness, lay the victim on his or herback and raise legs 6 to 8 inches. If thesymptoms include nausea or vomiting, lay thevictim on his or her side.

Loosen and remove any heavy clothing.

Give the person cool water to drink about acup every 15 minutesunless he or she isnauseated or vomiting.

Heat Exhaustion Symptoms

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Fan the victim and spray with acool mist of water or apply a wetcloth to the skin.

Call 911 for emergency help ifthe person does not feel betterin a few minutes.

Heat StrokeSymptoms

A MEDICAL EMERGENCY

Dry, pale skin with no sweating

Hot, red skin that lookssunburned

Mood changes, irritability,confusion or the inability to thinkclearly

Inability to revive from anunconscious state

CALL 911 for emergency helpIMMEDIATELY!

Move victim to a cool, shadedarea. Don't leave the personalone. If symptoms include

dizziness or lightheadedness, laythe victim on his or her back andraise legs 6 to 8 inches. If thesymptoms include nausea orvomiting, lay the victim on his orher side.

Loosen and remove any heavyclothing.

Give the person cool water todrink about a cup every 15

nauseated or vomiting.

Fan the victim and spray with acool mist of water or wipe thevictim with a wet cloth or coverwith a wet sheet.

Place ice packs under thearmpits and groin area.

COOL ZONE TIPS

To

Beat

the Heat

Slow down. Be yourmost physically activeduring the coolest partof the day, usuallybetween 4-7 a.m.Pace yourself whenengaging in physicalactivity.

Stay indoors as muchas possible. If airconditioning is notbeing used, stay onthe lowest floor. Keepshades down andblinds closed, butwindows slightlyopen.

Electric fans do not

cool the air, but theydo help sweatevaporate, whichcools your body.

Take a cool shower,bath or sponge bath.

Avoid using the oven.

Wear lightweight,loose-fitt ing, light-

colored clothing. Lightcolors will reflect awaysome of the sun'sheat.

Air out hot cars before getting into them.

Never leave children or pets inside vehiclesat any time, even with the windowscracked. Temperatures inside a vehicle canreach lethal levels no matter what theweather is like.

Drink more fluids than usual even if you donot feel thirsty.

Water is the safest liquid to drink duringheat emergencies. Avoid drinks withalcohol or caffeine; they make the heat'seffects on your body worse.

Eat small meals and eat more often. Avoidfoods that are high in protein, whichincreases metabolic heat.

Avoid using salt tablets unless directed todo so by a physician.

If you take diuretics, ask your physicianabout a lower dosage during hot weather.

If it is safe to do so, leave windows open atnight. Open windows on two sides to createcross ventilation.

Place a piece of cardboard covered withaluminum foil in sunny windows to reflectsunlight and heat away from the house.

Call your physician if you feel you may beexperiencing a heat-related illness.

Aging and Independence Services designates Cool Zonesites air-conditioned settings where seniors and others cangather during the heat of the day, lowering individual usageand helping to conserve energy for the whole community.For more information call 1-800-510-2020

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By The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP)

More than 300,000 Americans on average are treated in ournation's emergency departments every day, according to thelatest government statistics, and patients are treated for awide variety of medical conditions. The American College ofEmergency Physicians (ACEP) offers a list of warning signsthat indicate a medical emergency.

If you think the medical condition is life-threatening or theperson's condition will worsen on the way to the hospital,

then you need to call 9-1-1 and have your local EmergencyMedical Services provider come to you.

When Should You Go to the

Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath

Warning Signs that Indicatea Medical Emergency.

Severe or

p e r s i s t e n tvomiting ordiarrhea

Chest or upperabdominal pain orpressure

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT?

Fainting, suddend i z z i n e s s ,weakness

Changes in vision

Confusion orchanges in mental

status

Any sudden orsevere pain

U n c o n t r o l l e dbleeding

Coughing orvomiting blood

Suicidal feelings

Difficulty speaking

Shortness of breath

Unusual

abdominal pain

Emergency departments see patients based onthe severity of their illnesses or injuries, not on afirst-come, first serve basis. With that in mind,ACEP offers the following tips to patients whenthey come to an emergency department in orderto get the best possible care as quickly aspossible:

Bring a list of your immunizations, medicationsand allergies with the name of each medication,how often you take it, and for how long. A list ofallergies is important, especially if there are manyof them. Be sure to include medications, foods,insects or any other product that may cause anallergic reaction.

Communication is important. Please remaincalm. A calm attitude can help increasecommunication with the doctors and nurses whoare caring for you. The more they know about

your situation,the more quickly proper treatmentcan begin.

There can be long waits in the emergencydepartment as doctors and nurses tend to thosewith the most severe conditions, but by all meanstell us if you are in pain or there is any change inyour condition while you're at the hospital.

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DiabetesDiabetes affects how the body uses

the food needed for energy. People with

diabetes have high blood sugar levelsbecause their pancreas either produces

little or no insulin, or the cells do not

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How isdiabetesmanaged?

respond appropriately

to the insulin that is

produced. Without enough

insulin, the glu-

cose stays in the blood. If

the glucose cannot get into

the cells, it builds up in the

blood. Excess of glucose

over time can cause health

problems related to dia-

betes such as damage to

the eyes, teeth, gums, kid-

neys, nervous

system, and the emotional

health.

Almost one out of every ten adults in the

United States has diabetes. In addition,

an estimated 41 million people ages 40

to 74 have entered the danger zone

known as pre-diabetes. Prediabetes and

Type 2 diabetes are more common in

people who are overweight, and

occurs more often in African Americans,

American Indians, some Asian

Americans, and Hispanics/ Latinos.

Diabetes prevalence in the United Statesis likely to increase as a large segment of

these populations ages. The Centers for

Disease Control and Prevention CDC is

projecting that the prevalence of

diagnosed diabetes in the United States

will increase 165 percent by 2050.

Many Americans have prediabetes without knowing it.

How do people know if they have diabetes? People with

diabetes frequently experience certain symptoms, but in

some cases, there are no symptoms. In this case, people

can live for months, even years without knowing they

have the disease.

and give them referrals to

develop a care team.

The good news is that with

healthy eating, physical

activity, and by checking

their sugar levels, people

with prediabetes can do a

lot to prevent or delay

diabetes, and people with

type 1 and type 2

diabetes can also control their blood glucose levels and

reduce their risk of developing complications.

The county is coordinating interactive and goal-oriented

workshops called Healthier Living. The workshops

are held once a week for people with chronic health

conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, depression, heart

disease, COPD, or any chronic illness. There are classes

strictly for people with diabetes. Topics include

diet, exercise, medication management, cognitive

symptom management, problem solving, relaxation, com-munication with healthcare providers, and dealing with

difficult emotions. The Healthier Living workshops are

available at sites throughout the county. For more infor-

mation please call: Kyra Reinhold (858) 495-5710 or

kyra.reinhold @sdcounty.ca.gov

People with diabetes should see a health care provider

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Enjoy a small group of 10-15 led by peers trained in self-management Discover ways to better manage your health challenges and lessen their impacts on your life

Explore ways to reduce fatigue, anxiety, sleep loss and pain

Find ways to communicate better with your doctors, friends and family

Set goals and problem solve to make positive changes

Experience a supportive environment for focusing on wellness

During six classes you will:

Healthier Living with Chronic Conditionsclasses starting on the following dates:

- June 7 (Saturdays) from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

at the Point Loma Library, 3701 Voltaire St., San Diego 92107.

- June 16 (Mondays) from 1:30 to 4 p.m.

at City Heights Square, 4065 43rd St., San Diego 92105.

- June 25 (Wednesdays) from 9:30 a.m. to noon

at Poway Villas, 13001 Bowron Rd., Poway 92064

- July 12(Saturdays) from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

at the Casa de Oro Library, 9805 Campo Rd., Spring Valley

91977.

-July 15(Tuesdays) from 10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at OASIS,

3rd floor of Macys, 1702 Camino del Rio North, San Diego 92108.

- Spanish - July 15(Tuesdays)

from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Public Authority,

780 Bay Blvd. #200, Chula Vista 91910.

FREE

Do you have

an ongoing health condition?Attend a Healthier Living Class!

Healthier Living

It is FREEIt is for YOU

Sign Up!Contact:

We are always adding

classes to the schedule.Call us to find a location

near you.

Kyra Reinhold

(858) 495-5710

kyra.reinhold

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Physical Signs

Indicators of Adult Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation

Dehydration or malnutrition

Scratches, punctures, burns, bruises

Broken bones

Pain from touching

Soiled clothing or bed

Depression

Lack of communication and talking

Isolation or withdrawal

Anxiety

Anger

Frequent change of healthcare professionals

Signs of Caregiver Abuse

Forced isolation

Lack of affection or care for the adult

Communicates to others that adult.is a burden

Conflicting stories or accounts of details

Prevents adult from speaking with others

Prevents visitation from family and friends

Inappropriate sexual.relationship orlanguage

History of mental illness, criminalbehavior, or family violence

Missing personal belongings

Suspicious signatures

Frequent checks made......out to cash

Elder has no knowledge of......monthly.income

Numerous unpaid bills

Discrepancies in tax returns

Large bank withdrawal

Unusual bank activity

A changed will

Psychological/Behavioral Signs

Signs of Financial Exploitation

This article is published for community education and awareness. Part of the information was providedby: The Center for Injury & Violence Prevention, Virgina Department of Health.

To report adult abuse, neglect, or

exploitation, please call:

1-800-510-2020.

Abuse should not be kept in the dark!

By making a report you can save a life!

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Prosecutor Paul Greenwood

is On a Mission to Stop Elder Abuse

Seniors are living longer and more often in their own homesindependently. This can make seniors vulnerable to scammers.

More than fifteen years ago, the bosses at the San Diego CountyDistrict Attorneys Office told Paul Greenwood that he would beginprosecuting elder abuse cases.To date, Greenwood and his colleagueshave prosecuted more than 350 felony cases. The San Diego officeis among only a handful of official elder abuse units in the country,

and Greenwood has made it one of themost aggressive and respected foes of thecrime.

In his free time, Greenwood travels thecountry educating the public on how toprotect against abuse. He also teachesthose on the frontlines how to better

enforce laws and pros-ecute offenders.

Creating a new divisionabout a little-known crimewas a tall order for the

native Brit, butGreenwood knewsomething about careerchallenges. He spent thefirst 12 years of his legalcareer as a barrister inEngland, defending andprosecuting criminalcases. Then in 1991, withhis wife homesick forher native San Diego,Greenwood moved to the

Paul Greenwood, Deputy District Attorney Head ofElder Abuse Prosecutions San Diego DistrictAttorneys Office

States.

"When I was given the task of establishing an elder abuseprosecution unit in January 1996, my office previously had rarelyfiled elder abuse charges. Today I am responsible for overseeingmultiple prosecutions that are being handled by experienced pros-ecutors throughout our county ranging from homicides, sexual as-

saults, neglect, physical beatingsand financial exploitations. Witheach case comes challenges, butwe are constantly learning newtechniques and are absolutely com-mitted to protecting and enhancingthe lives of senior citizens in the

County of San Diego."

Financial abuse can happen toanyone, regardless of income level,education, living situation, race,ethnicity, religion or social status.How to spot elder abuse and whatyou can do about it:

The number one perpetrator ofphysical elder abuse is the son

living at home with his widowedmother. He is between 35 and 50.He is either a single son who hasnever left home, o a divorced sonwho complains that he cannot payalimony so he comes back home,or he has just returned from prison.In every case, he is lazy andunemployed.

Most of the time hes addictedto drugs, alcohol or gambling, and

steals from his mother in order tofeed his addiction. The first thinghe takes is her jewelry, whichhe pawns. Then he steals hercheckbook and cashes her pensionchecks. When his mother finds out,and confronts him, he hits her inthe face.

Other types of abuse: A lot offinancial abuse scenarios involveunlicensed contractors who rip offelderly homeowners. The opportu-nistic thief comes to the doorlooking for an easy target. I showthem examples of thetelemarketing sweepstakes scams.

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Victims dont report these crimesas theres fear of retaliation, con-cern that the adult children or po-lice will try to remove the victimsand put them into a nursinghome. Its wrong tostay silent because it gives thecrooks more encour-agement; they are going do itagain to somebody else.

I get very upset when I read crimereports showing that an elderlyperson walked into a bank and

asked to withdraw $5,000 incash. I call the manager and ask,What are you doing allowingyour customers to pull out thiskind of money? they say, Well,it is none of our business. I say,Yes it is your business.

Nursing homes typically are alsoreluctant to report immediately.I hear about these cases byasking the state department thatoversees nursing homes to sendme copies of citations that theyhave already issued on specifichomes. Then I phone or e-mailsomeone and ask, whathappened to that investigation?In my view, there is a crime here.Its scary. These crimes would

just go unprosecuted if I hadntpestered the state department.

Out of all my cases I would sayabout 65 percent have a finan-cial exploitation component. I getmany calls from people who arefrustrated because they tried toreport a financial exploitationcase and were told they had tosue. This happens because

Article written by Cynthia Ramnarace who

writes about health and families fromRockaway Beach, N.Y.A version of thisarticle appeared on February 2010, in the

U.S. edition of AARP Bulletin, with theheadline: Ending Elder Abuse. The informa-

tion was updated, edited and reprinted inSalud+HEALTH info with permission from the

local office of AARP. The information was re-printed and transalted to Spanish to in-

crease knowledge, and to raise communityawareness of Elder abuse risk reduction in

San Diego California.

Prosecutor Paul Greenwood

Continued

many police officers and detectivesare not trained to understand thatthere are many wayssubtle, ma-nipulative waysto steal froman elder, some subtle, manipu-lative ways.

For example, the suspect meets theelderly victim and starts to build afriendship, showering theunsuspecting victim with compa-nionship. The suspect then tells thevictim that his car has been stolenand that he needs to borrow $17,000to purchase a car. The victim will-ingly writes out a check for $17,000.The suspect makes no repayments.When this scenario is shared withthe police, they say, I dont see a

crime here. Thats a consensualtransaction, and if you now have adispute over it, you need to sue thatperson.

There was a case that receiveda lot of local attention, and theprimary perpetrator received twoconsecutive life sentences plus nineyears on top of that. Very reward-ing.

He was a salesman who sold avacuum cleaner to a charming,sweet 75-year-old woman. Sixweeks later he came back, knockedon her door at 10 oclock at night andsaid he had broken up with his girl-friend and could he come in and useher telephone to call hismother. Of course, she recognizedhim and let him in. As he was beingled to the telephone, he jumped her

from behind. When she woke up,she had been duct-taped from headto foot, and put her into the trunk ofher own car for 26 hours withoutfood, water, or restroom breaks anddrove off in her car.

Eventually she felt she was dying

and she cried out to her latehusband to send an angel torescue her. An hour and a halflater, the vacuum cleaner sales-man blew through a red light andwhen the car stopped, a deputysheriff opened the trunk and

found the woman al-most dead. The jury only tookabout an hour and 15 minutesto convict him of torture andattempted murder.

What keep me upbeat in my jobis because I love my job, andI am very proud and passionateabout pursuing justice for allvictims. But there is an extraemphasis when I see victims in

the latter stages of their life.They are typically the most en-dearing, trusting, wonderful,charming people and dont de-serve this. And in many of thecases, the defendants targetedthem because they ex-pected to get away with it.

I have learned a great deal fromdefending these victims. Amajority of them are astonishing;they are not entirely bitter aboutwhat has happened to them.They have been through WorldWar II, and they dont holdgrudges. Many times they aredevastated, but not vindictive.It has also taught me a lot, I amafraid, about human nature.Thankfully, many times, the truthwill prevail.

Attorney Paul Greenwoodencourages anyone whosuspects elder abuse to contactthe Adult Protective Serviceshotline at (800) 510-2020.

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Channeling Grief into Contribution

By Ellen Schmeding, Director, County Aging & Independence Services

In the 1990s when her mother was

dying slowly day after day fromAlzheimers disease, philanthopistDarlene Shiley would have spentevery dollar she and her husband,Donald, had to save her.

But as is still true today, there isnot enough money to buy a treat-ment or drug that doesnt exist, shesays.Besides losing her mother toAlzheimers, Darlene lost her uncleand aunt to the same disease. In2010, she lost Donald, who sufferedwith dementia related to cardiovas-cular disease.

Sometimes I just want to sit down and cry, Darlenesays of her grief from these losses. But I found away to channel it. I decided to start funding a differ-ence.

The Shileys acquired their wealth from Donalds cre-

ativity as a biomedical engineer. He developed de-vices, such as an artificial heart valve, that con-tinue to save the lives of countless people. Howfitting that Darlene is choosing to continue thislegacy by funding medical research into Alzheimersdisease and helping groups like the Alzheimers As-sociation that benefit those who suffer from demen-tia and their family caregivers.

The Shileys have given their name and funding tomany health-related causes: UCSD Shiley Eye Cen-

ter, the USD Shiley Center for Science and Tech-nology, Scripps Shiley Sports and Health Center,SDSU Shiley BioScience Center, the Palliative CareInitiative at Cal State San Marcos, the Scripps BrainResearch Center and the Salk Institute researchon Alzheimers disease.

Darlene Shiley will be one of the keynote speakers

at our June 12 Ag-ing Summit: Creat-ing a Safe and Car-ing Community. Shewill share moreabout her caregivingexperience as well

as her passion forfinding a solution toAlzheimers dis-ease.

The Aging Summit

was started in 1998 as a forum of discussion inthe community to help us all prepare for the growthof an aging population. The event is held everyother year and focuses on different important top-ics, such as transportation, housing, life options,

intergenerational programs and technology. Thisyear, the focus is on safety as well as caring forcaregivers.

Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Dianne Jacoband Supervisor Greg Cox will host the event, andwill be joined by District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis.Aging Summit sponsors include HHSAs AIS, Be-havioral Health Services and Public Health,SDG&E, the North County Action Network(NorCAN), AARP and the Barona and Sycuan

Tribal Governments.

Additional Speakers:Journalist and Passages author Gail Sheehy willalso address the topic of caregiving. She was herhusbands primary caregiver for the last 17 yearsof his life before he died from cancer. She wrotePassages in Caregiving to share her raw experi-

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Por Denise Nelesen,

Countys Aging & Independence Services

In support of veterans andmilitary families, LegacyCorps volunteers areproviding free regularcheck-in calls. If ascheduled call is notanswered, the volunternotifies designated family,friends or neighbors.Frequency and duration ofcalls are dependent onneeds and availability ofvolunteers. The LegacyCorps also provides regularrespite aid for families witha veteran or military

member. For details, call(858) 505-6300.

Telephone

Reassurance for Vets

ence of caregiving and that of others.She likens the caregiving journey to navi-gating the twists in a labyrinth, and em-phasizes that there is life aftercaregiving.

Paul Greenwood, who heads the District

Attorneys Elder Abuse Prosecution Unit,will present 10 tips for avoiding becom-ing a victim of scams and fraud.

Aging Summit Break-Out Sessions:The Aging Summit will be held at two lo-cations: The Town & Country Conven-tion Center in Hotel Circle and at the Cali-fornia Center for the Arts in Escondido.The keynote speakers will be live atTown & Country and be webcast to the

North County audience. Each site willhave additional break-out sessions andlunch.

Some of the break-out session speak-ers at Town & Country will includeGeorge Chamberlin, executive editor atthe Daily Transcript, business editor forKOGO radio and money advisor on NBC7; Mary Davis, third-degree blackbelt inKarate; Nora D. Eisenhower with the newnational Consumer Financial ProtectionBureau; and Karen Barney with the Iden-tity Theft Resource Center. There will bea special track related to Alzheimers.

Among the North County speakers willbe caregiving researcher and expert Dr.Sharon Hammill from Cal State SanMarcos; Jennifer Marsh from ElizabethHospice; and panels on home safety andcivic engagement. North County will alsohave an Outdoor Wellness Zone with a

variety of health screenings and healtheducation talks.

For more details on Aging Summit agen-das and online registration, visitwww.AISevents.org.

You can also register by phone throughthe AARP Registration Line: (877) 926-8300.

The City of San DiegosSenior Citizen Services ishaving a photographycontest for adults ages 50

and older for the categoriesof Abstract, Still Life,Landscape or Portrait.Entries will be accepted fromJune 16 to 27 in the lobby ofthe City AdministrationBuilding, 202 C St. indowntown San Diego. There

A charity golf tournament tobenefit the nonprofit Elder Law& Advocacy is set for 11 a.m.on Friday, June 27, at theRancho Bernardo Inn. The$125 fee includes golf and

dinner. Proceeds benefitprograms for older adults,especially elder abuseprevention and education. Toregister for golf, or for thedinner and the silent auctiononly, or sponsoring, call (858)565-1392, ext. 210, oronline:http://guestli.st/230106.RSVP by June 13.

Senior Photography

Contest

will be a limit of two pieces perexhibitor. Pieces must be readyto hang.

Award-winning entries will beon display in the CityAdministration Building fromJuly 7 to 17. For an applicationor for more information, contactSenior Citizen Services at (619)

236-6905.Golf Event to Benefit

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