The National Children’s Cancer Society Celebrates 25-Year Commitment

It’s hard not to be moved when you hear about the stress that cancer can put on a family – especially when it affects a child. It’s now time to salute one of the driving forces behind the efforts to try make these lives a little more joyful and longer.

Over the past 20 years, incidence of children diagnosed with cancer has risen from 11.5 cases per 100,000 children in 1975 to 14.8 per 100,000 children in 2004 — during this same time, however, death rates declined dramatically, according to the National Cancer Institute. Many experts agree that these higher survival rates can be attributed to better medicine — and awareness.

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7th Heaven Star and Safeguard My Meds Advocate Prescription Safety

If used moderately and as directed, prescription medicines help ease many health conditions and cure others. But some people don’t know the risks of keeping medications unsecured in the home, especially medications that have a high potential to be abused, such as stimulants, tranquilizers and pain relievers.

Easy-to-find medicines can be abused by anyone entering a home, especially teens and young adults. Catherine Hicks, 7th Heaven star and parent advocate, is working with Safeguard My Meds to tell Americans what they can do to help prevent prescription medicine abuse and potential addiction.

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Archaeological Delights on American Soil

What do Newark, Ohio, Epps, La., Marquette, Iowa and the state of Illinois have in common? They are all sites of some of the most impressive archaeological wonders found anywhere in the world–and most seasoned tourists have no idea.

Native American mounds and earthworks are one of the more underappreciated archaeological treasures in the world, but a new “Top 10” list is now highlighting these attractions. The list of America’s Indian mounds and earthworks was formed from the authoritative book “The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Native American Mounds & Earthworks” and has been widely quoted by travel sites.

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What Is Wrong With Our Justice System?

Despite enormous interest in the outcome of the Casey Anthony trial, more questions have emerged than answers. The truth is that the criminal justice system remains a vast enigma to the majority of the population.

Popular television programs have led juries and the public to expect hard evidence including fingerprints, DNA analysis and other forensic evidence clearly pointing to perpetrators, but the facts are seldom so clear-cut.

According to Greg Little, an experienced psychologist who specializes in criminal treatment, the main problem is that there are so many crimes occurring and the system is clogged with huge numbers of offenders. There is no way that the system can do what the public now expects on each case,

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Five Common Misconceptions About Cats Debunked

Five words or less(NewsUSA) – Man’s best friend provides more than mere companionship. Dogs encourage humans to exercise daily — come rain or shine.
“The need to take a daily walk provides dog owners with a great form of exercise,” said Leila Mureebe, a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery. “Exercise is good for the body’s blood supply, for maintaining proper body weight and for controlling blood pressure.”
For persons with high blood pressure — and that’s one in three Americans over age 20, according to a 2010 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report — Fido’s calming effect can be a life saver.
Studies have disclosed that petting a dog reduces blood pressure and heart rate. This stress buster provides positive health benefits for the owners of 77.5 million dogs that reside in 39 percent of households, according to The Humane Society of the United States.
High blood pressure and stress contribute to the fourth leading cause of death in America: stroke. The National Vital Statistics Report indicated that 137,000 Americans died of stroke in 2010. The American Stroke Association estimated that Americans spent $73.7 billion for stroke-related medical costs and disability in 2010.
“Every 40 seconds, an American suffers a stroke,” said Dr. Mureebe. “Strokes occur suddenly and without warning. Two million brain cells die every minute during a stroke. Eighty percent of strokes are preventable through risk factor management.”
Thirty minutes of daily exercise, not smoking, and proper nutrition are included in “risk factor management.” A United States National Institutes of Health-funded study of 2,000 adults discovered that persons who regularly walked their dogs were more physically active and less likely to be obese than non-dog walkers.
“I’ve seen improvements in high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes when patients enter into a routine of daily exercise, not smoking, and healthy eating,” said Dr. Mureebe. “A brisk 30-minute walk with your dog is good for both of you.”
For more information on vascular health, log onto: VascularWeb.org.

Dogs Foster Activity While Improving Vascular Health

Five words or less(NewsUSA) – Man’s best friend provides more than mere companionship. Dogs encourage humans to exercise daily — come rain or shine.
“The need to take a daily walk provides dog owners with a great form of exercise,” said Leila Mureebe, a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery. “Exercise is good for the body’s blood supply, for maintaining proper body weight and for controlling blood pressure.”
For persons with high blood pressure — and that’s one in three Americans over age 20, according to a 2010 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report — Fido’s calming effect can be a life saver.
Studies have disclosed that petting a dog reduces blood pressure and heart rate. This stress buster provides positive health benefits for the owners of 77.5 million dogs that reside in 39 percent of households, according to The Humane Society of the United States.
High blood pressure and stress contribute to the fourth leading cause of death in America: stroke. The National Vital Statistics Report indicated that 137,000 Americans died of stroke in 2010. The American Stroke Association estimated that Americans spent $73.7 billion for stroke-related medical costs and disability in 2010.
“Every 40 seconds, an American suffers a stroke,” said Dr. Mureebe. “Strokes occur suddenly and without warning. Two million brain cells die every minute during a stroke. Eighty percent of strokes are preventable through risk factor management.”
Thirty minutes of daily exercise, not smoking, and proper nutrition are included in “risk factor management.” A United States National Institutes of Health-funded study of 2,000 adults discovered that persons who regularly walked their dogs were more physically active and less likely to be obese than non-dog walkers.
“I’ve seen improvements in high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes when patients enter into a routine of daily exercise, not smoking, and healthy eating,” said Dr. Mureebe. “A brisk 30-minute walk with your dog is good for both of you.”
For more information on vascular health, log onto: VascularWeb.org.

What Is Your Cat’s Bad Breath Telling You?

Five words or less(NewsUSA) – In my practice, I’ve always used probiotics in general -; as animals need probiotics just like humans. Adding beneficial bacteria to a pet’s diet helps the digestive system combat intestinal parasites and improves digestive function.
The gastrointestinal tract is such an important foundation to pets’ immune systems because the gut is an entry point for pathogens. If you’re using probiotics, the immune system is supported and strengthened to fight infection quickly and aggressively. Probiotics also help stop the immune system from over-reacting and creating inflammation.
One common issue for pets is ear infection. I’ve observed that whether we used conventional or alternative treatments, adding a probiotic product for immune system support shortens the length and reduces the severity of the infection. I usually see a better outcome by adding Del-Immune V (www.delimmune.com) to treatment, and generally don’t need to do additional treatments, as is common with ear infections.
Another common issue with pets is skin problems, including mange. I have found that skin problems improve quickly with a probiotic product, like Del-Immune V. I use it for immune system support with all types of mange, including the problematic demodectic mange. Some animals have genetically inherited immune weaknesses that allow mange-inducing mites to overgrow. Dogs can inherit the mites from their parents. You will know the mites are out of control if mange becomes a problem.
Probiotics help immensely by supporting the immune system in mounting an appropriate response to the mange mites. Traditional treatments for mange can include strong antibiotics and dips in toxic medicines. But many dogs, if provided a good diet and Del-Immune V, can get over it on their own — unless the infection is too severe. Most dogs survive with veterinary intervention, but if severe enough, mange can be fatal.
See your local veterinarian if your pet begins to display any symptoms.

Good Coffee: Goodwill

Tyler’s Coffee continues to give back with its recent partnership with Goodwill Industries of Southern Arizona. Tyler’s has hired the adults with disabilities in Goodwill Business Center to attach labels to packages of Tyler’s Coffee.

Todd Waltz, safety manager of Goodwill Industries of Southern Arizona states, “Our mission is to provide training, services and jobs for people with barriers to employment. Our partnership with Tyler’s Coffee is helping us do just that.”

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Canadian Fashion Guru Peter Nygård Jumps on Board to Sponsor Regatta

Peter Nygård, when asked by Bahamian musician “King” Eric Gibson to sponsor the 58th National Family Island Regatta this April in George Town, Exuma, he simply “jumped on board.”

“There was no hesitation on his behalf, and he asked for no publicity or nothing in return for his actions,” recalled Gibson, who befriended Nygård 30 years prior when he first introduced him to local Bahamian music. “What he has done is directly from his heart, helping the people and communities that need help.”

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A Mother’s Gift of Hope to Her Diabetic Son

Five words or less(NewsUSA) – When Brenda Novak’s 5-year-old son, Thad, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, “I was heartbroken,” she says. “We’ve become numb to diabetes, but when it happens to someone you love you realize how dangerous it truly is.”
In the last decade, the cases of people living with diabetes jumped more than 40 percent — almost 26 million Americans. Today, diabetes takes more lives than AIDS and breast cancer combined — claiming the life of one American every three minutes.
Determined to take a stand against the devastating disease, Novak, a bestselling romantic suspense novelist, founded an annual Online Auction for Diabetes Research to raise money for a cure. In honor of a mother’s enduring
love for her son, the month-long auction is held each May at www.BrendaNovak.com to coincide with Mother’s Day. Last year, the auction brought in $303,000 toward diabetes research, bringing their six-year total to over $1 million.
The event — going on it’s 7th year — benefits the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI), the leading center that shares Novak’s commitment to finding a cure for diabetes. The DRI has made significant progress toward a cure for all children and adults, pioneering cell-based therapies and other emerging technologies to restore insulin production for patients with diabetes.
“We need to dedicate time and attention to this problem on a massive scale,” says Novak. After touring the DRI, she’s steadfast in her belief that the Institute is the best place for the proceeds. “Going to the DRI enabled me to assure my son that we will see a cure some day — and made me confident that it will be some day soon.”
Auction participants can show their support for a diabetes cure and score a perfect Mother’s Day gift. Among the most popular items in this year’s auction: jewelry, eReaders, iPads, autographed novels and Coach purses and wallets. If you’re looking to splurge, higher-end items run the gamut from an African safari and other trips and hotel stays to an $8,500 ring similar to the one Prince William gave Kate Middleton.
Literary buffs will enjoy bidding on lunches with famous authors Diana Gabaldon and Steve Berry, or a stay at Nora Roberts’ romantic inn.
“I always hoped we’d be able to be successful, but never in my wildest dreams would I have anticipated the steady outpouring of support we’ve received each year,” says Novak. “It’s given me great hope in humanity.”

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