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Show Wednesday, August Medication study under way for arthritis - page R7 drug. Tamoxifen has a good record of delaying or preventing recurrence. Dear Healthy Sister: I hear The side effects have been miniyou're terrified of breast cancer. mal: slight weight gain, Your family background or medirashes, mild episodes of nausea ' cal history places you at risk, or and endless, endless hot flashes. you've been studying the statistics: Other effects have been rather Some 170,000 women diagnosed pleasant. Tamoxifen seems to bewith breast cancer a year. Between have like estrogen in the body 40,000 and 50.000 deaths. And the no one knows exactly how it works disease striking women younger so when the chemotherapy I was and younger. given threw me into menopause, You're so afraid that you're the tamoxifen actually seemed to considering preventive action. alleviate some of the symptoms. I You don't like the idea of having felt healthy and fit. My hair grew your perfectly healthy breasts cut back thicker than it had been beoff. But you've heard about this fore the chemo. My doctor told me wonderful drug, tamoxifen. It the be pills might having a slight seems to help women who have on effect protective my bones and had breast cancer stay healthy, and heart a concern when always now there's a huge national experiyou're ment to see if it will protect high-ris- k Every now and then I'd hear a but healthy women. Women disquieting bit of news: a study like you. indicating that tamoxifen may inA medical organization in your crease the risk of endometrial canarea is putting out seductive snip- cer (only in doses higher than those pets of news: We're testing tamoxAmerican women take, however); ifen as part of a National Cancer a whisper about blood clots, eye Institute-funde- d study. We need problems. But the most frightening more subjects. Come in and see if reports said that the drug causes you qualify. liver cancer in rats. These You may be praying that you do. tumors take a while I myself do. I had the great good to appear, but when they do they luck to qualify by being a breast are peculiarly voracious and uncancer patient four years ago. Evstoppable. ery day, morning and night, I There isn't much data about huswallow a little white pill with the mans. Oncologists used to predainty outline of a woman's head scribe tamoxifen for only one or stamped on it. two years, and then to only certain have been patients: generally So far my check-up- s e women with satisfactory. This is quite possibly even probably because of the tumors. By JULIET WITTMAN r Newspapers Knight-Ridde- 7V short-live- d I I) : w rf 0 , riatic Arthritis and Reiter's Syndrome. The Salt Lake City Va Medical Center is one of 15 VA hospitals vyJ .a r which are studying the effectiveness of sulfasalazine in treating Reiter's syndrome and psoriatic arthritis. The; study is divided into two phases. ;The first phase is the double blind phase and lasts 36 weeks. Dur- ing this time, patients are assigned to receive either sulfasalazine or a placebo (inactive medication). Neither the patient nor the physician knows if the medication the patient is taking is sulfasalazine or placebo during the first phase. All patients are followed monthly for clinical improvement and toxicity. At the end of the first phase, patients are given the opportunity to be treated with sulfasalazine. If patients benefit from the; sulfasalazine, this medicaiton can be continued for 5 years. Patients will be accepted into this study during the next 2 to 3 months. Tolbe eligible, a patient must have acttve Reiter's syndrome or psoriatic airthritis; be over 18 years of age; and: have no allergy to sulfa medication. Medical examinations, study medication, blood tests, and are provided as part of the study at no cost to patients. THE HERALD, Provn, Utah. Drug tamoxifen may prevent recurrence of breast cancer - SALT LAKE CITY The Salt Lake City VA Medical Center is studying a new drug treatment for psoriatic arthritis and Reiter's syndrome. This new medication is sulfasalazine which has been successful in the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases for years. Research in Europe has recently shown that it is helpful in rheumatoid arthritis. The present study is designed to determine if it is also helpful in other types of artiu : s particularly Pso- 26, 1992 Photo courtesy Bristol-Mye- Senator Eldon A. Money, Spanish Fork, takes part in a cholesterol and blood pressure screening sponsored by Citizens for Public Action on Blood Pressure and Cholesterol, Inc. and Squibb Co. at the National Conference of State Legislatures meeting. Bristol-Mye- rs Sen. Money introduces medical bill - SALT LAKE CITY Computer Authentication of Medical Records was introduced in the 1992 General Legislative session by Senator Eldon A. Money County). The Senate Bill number 57 removes 6 legal barriers to imple mentation of a patient record. tamoxi-fen-promot- health care facility may be authenticated by identifying the author of the entry by: 1) a signature including first initial, last name and discipline; or 2) the use of a computer identification process unique to the author that computer-base- d Wording of the bill is very short and timely. It states: Authentication of Medical Records. Any entry in a medical record compiled or maintained by a definitely identifies the author. CD-Ut- ah al estrogen-receptiv- X-ra- ys For information call Merlene Shaw, R.N. , at Salt Lake VA Medi- cal Center, 801582-156ext. 2350. If Ms. Shaw is not immediately available, please leave your name and telephone number to allow us to 5, contact you as soon as possible. Utah's Miss USA and Miss Teen USA contestants sought SALT LAKE CITY - The search is on for the young ladies to represent Utah in the nationally televised Miss USA Pageant and Miss Teen USA Pageant. The state pageant will take place at Kingsbury Hall in Salt Lake City, Oct. Competitions include in- Howard ivory 80th The family of Howard M. Ivory will hold an open house to honor him on his 80th birthday, on Satur- day, Aug. 29, 4-- 7 p.m., at his home, 360 N. 200 East, Springville. In case of inclement weather, the event will take place at the Spring Creek Stake Center, 350 N. 400 East. Family members include Howard's wife, Jean, and their children: Mrs. Larsen (Maurine) Boyer, Fresno, Calif.; Tom Ivory, Springville; Mrs. Phil (Mary) Brown, Murray; Keith Ivory, St. George; Mrs. Craig (Karma) Karren, Bountiful, and Kathy Stokes, Springville. They have 26 grandchildren and 23 Esther Mitton, Melvin James Tingey McDonald golden wedding anniversary Esther Mitton, daughter of The family of Dr. Dean M. and Alene Redd McDonald will honor them at an open house for their 50th wedding anniversary Sunday, Aug. 30, 4 p.m., at Comfort Inn George and Ewan Mitton, Provo, will marry Melvin James Tingey, son of Robert and Evelyn Tingey, Perry, Friday, Sept. 4, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. A reception will honor the couple that evening, at 984 Dover Drive, Provo. served in the The bride-to-b- e Ohio, Cleveland LDS Mission and has attended Utah Valley Community College. She will continue her education at Weber State University. She teaches piano and violin. Her fiance served an LDS mission in Frankfurt, Germany. He is attending Weber State University and is employed by Morton International, Ogden. 2-- in " 6-- 8, ! Melvin Payson. If you have a special memory or photo you would like to share, please bring it with you. Their children are: Mrs. Kenneth (Joi) Cooper, Las Vegas, Nev.; Lynette McDonald, Chandler, Ariz.; Mrs. Ray (Marian) Guymon, Huntington; Michael McDonald, Provo; Mrs. Richard (Julie) Swope, Salt Lake City, and Mrs. Jorge (Amy) Romero, Albuquerque, N.M. They have 18 grandchildren and three 1 James Tingey Esther Mitton v2 Dr. and Mrs. Dean and Alene Redd McDonald 0. terview, swimsuit and evening Rebekah Reisner, Rick gown with an award given to the girl with the most outstanding communi14-2- 6 ty service. Contestants ages and are eligible may inquire by call467-- 1 222 . 6 or ing Orem, and the late Richard J. Reisner, will marry Rick Alexander, son of John E. and Helen Alexander, of Provo, on Saturday, Aug. 29, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. A reception will honor the couat the Reisple that afternoon, ner home, 477 W. 1250 South, Orem. e The graduated from Provo High and from Brigham Young Unviersity with a BA in German and travel and tourism. Her fiance graduated from Provo High and is currently attending the University of Utah majoring in business and architecture. He is employed at United Parcel Service in Salt Lake City. Bridal attendants are sisters and sisters-in-laof the bride and bridegroom, and Heidi and Chris- 3-- 5, By JEANE DIXON For August 27 bride-to-b- Wade Johnson Sandra Cannon Janell Marie Leatham Linsey Skinner Tim Fames Cannon, Johnson Leatham, Kallas Skinner, Fames . ly g. v. t Matthew R. Kallas Sandra Cannon, daughter of James H. and Vena Lee Cannon, of Provo, and the late Philip R. Cannon, will marry Wade Johnson, son of Pauline Johnson, of Provo, and the late Willys Johnson, on Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Old County Courthouse, Provo. A reception will honor the couple at the Old County that evening, Courthouse. 7-- 9, Janell Marie Leatham, daughter of Carolyn Prestwich, Lindon, and Brad and Carol Leatham, Provo, will marry Matthew R. Kallas, son of C. Robert and Janeal B. Kallas, Orem, on Thursday, Aug. 27. A reception will honor the couple that evening, 7-- 9, at the Cascade Fifth Ward Church, 1051 E. 200 North, Orem. e The graduated from Orem High. She was employed this past year in New Jersey and is currently working in Provo. bride-to-b- The bride-to-b- e graduated from Provo High and is currently employed in retail. Her fiance graduated from Provo H igh and is also employed in retail . Bridal attendants are sisters of the bride, Diane Ellsworth, matron of honor with Kathryn Snyder, Connie Lyons. JoLyn Hurst and Annette Williams as bridesmaids. Her fiance graduated from Orem High and has been attending Utah Valley Community College. He is employed in Orem. Bridal attendants are Shauna Leatham, Marcie Kallas and Kristy Kallas. Flower girl is Jaymee Schrei-beBest men are Troy Kallas and David Kallas. Linsey Skinner, daughter of David and Judy Skinner, Orem, will wed Tim Fames, son of Mary and Gary Fames, Sandy, Thursday, Aug. 27, in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. A reception will honor them that evening, Courthouse. w e The graduated from Mountain View High and LDS bride-to-b- Seminary. She attended Utah Valley Community College and is office manager at Bolshoi Tours. 2 ' Group. ml Bridal attendants are Kari Skinner, Kim Skinner, Trisha Robinson, Tami Fames and Tara Fames. Best man is Tyler Fames with Brad Robinson attending. by Cathy Guisewita VOUR wtmti? TICKET WS 1 OUR TICKETS (WW WERE IIS.' J WE FLEW THE FAAIlLf FOR WE USE0 BONUS MILES. UPGRADED WITH WHOLE 27 f w is employed at International Success cathy f fabulous! m Rebekah Reisner telCondie. Groomsmen are Sam Reisner and Russ Alexander with brothers and brothers-in-laattending. Her fiance graduated from Alta High and is a junior at BYU. He served an LDS mission in Brazil. He Tap Gym Turns Funk p.m. Registration August Classes Begin: August 31 Jazz was Rick L. Alexander rr JL HOW him FOR FALL CLASSES! n. Best man is Macryan Perkins with John Pionke attending. iH NOW ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS at the Old County 7-- 9, c. n. Alexander Rebekah Reisner, daughter of Mrs. Barbara G. Reisner, of 467-228- ARIES (March 19): Get down to business this morning. Your specialized skills are your principal financial asset. Stay far from the shops or attractions that tempt you to spend more than you can afford. TAURUS (April 20): Make the most of this promising day by throwing your cares aside. You now have a better Jdea of what to expect next week. Tap private sources of information to find the light lead. - GEMINI (May 20): If your earnings are satisfactory, it is your spending that needs to be watched. Figure out the possible consequences of any actions you may take while feeling impulsive. CANCER (June 22): The end of a relationship could leave you feeling as confused as ever. Resist the temptation to postpone making decisions. A lack of ready cash may be the root of your discontent. 22): Although getLEO (July ting back to work makes you feel better, .you cannot expect others to follow suit so quickly. Use those moments when you are alone to review your whole fiscal program. 22): Friends .VIRGO (Aug. may not be as discreet as you would like. The surest way to keep a secret is to confide in no one! Money due will be received today; invest in the future. 22): Be discreet LIBRA (Sept. about what you are getting and how your good fortune came to pass. Your financial situation could make it difficult for you to authorize a major purchase. 21): Pleasant SCORPIO (Oct. news is easy to take. Steer clear of romantic adventures now. Quiet domestic pastimes are preferable to activities that impose a heavy physical strain. 21): Do SAGITTARIUS (Nov. not let a negative mood keep you from benefiting from fortunate circumstances. This is a much better day for tackling routine tasks than for making important decisions. 19): Do CAPRICORN (Dec. dwellnot allow old wounds to fester ing on the past will lessen your chances for a bright future. Your closest associates hold the key to improving a financial situation. 18): PartAQUARIUS (Jan. ners should be firm friends to ensure the smooth operation of their joint venture. Refuse to listen to idle gossip about a close associate. 20): The emPISCES (Feb. phasis today is on operating from behind the scenes. Avoid telegraphing your A friendship punches to the opposition. based on shared ideals has the greatest chance of lasting. L. N CHEAP AIR- - TO FIRST CLASS VACATION SEE OF 24-2- 7 SEPTEMBER TUITION (All New Students) STUB?? 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