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Show t Page 4 tUtmea-jNefri- Wednesday! Mdy 20,1998 Nephi, Utah B Happenings... Undsrstcnding slrc!:3 ivcrnisg signs era issra lib rad dncSh third-leadin- g m categories are un- aware of the symptoms of stroke or the steps they can take to reduce their risk of suffering a brain attack. As part of National Stroke Awareness month, neurologists at LDS Hospital are working to ONE YEAR OLD Jordan Neal Morris celebrated his first birthday on May 2, 1998. His parents are Matt and Melissa Morris of Nephi. His grandparents are Keith and Becky Sperry, and Neal and Sherian Morris, all of are Nephi. Raymond and Norma Pay, and Clyde and Darlene Kay, all of Nephi, Nola Morris of Orem, and Neil Pace of St. George. Great-grandparen- raise awareness about stroke HI! My recognition, prevention, and edSuzanne Gibson. ONE YEAR OLD name is Aspen ucation. My first birthday was on May 5, Its essential to know who is 1998. My parents are Lance M. at risk for strokes and what and Michele Suzanne Gibson of to watch for. Its also symptoms Levan. My grandparents are to know theres some conSteve and Kathleen Suzanne good trol over your own health and Tanner of Nephi, and Larry and Linda Gibson of Ogden. are Lela Gibson and Vivian Miller, both of Ogden, Delos and Alene Tanner of Payson, and Lois Callaway of Eugene, Oregon. and that positive lifestyle changes can reduce ones risk of stroke, says John Foley, MD, chief of the division of neurology at the hospital. Strokes are called brain atis Gladys tacks because damage occurs in the brain due to an interruption Cunningham of Fremont, of blood supply, similar to the way a heart attack affects the heart. Brain functions controlling various parts of the body can be damaged during a stroke, causing weakness or paralysis in speech, visual or physical functions. These losses generally occur in the face or a limb on one side of the body. An impending stroke is often signaled by a warning stroke, called a transient ischemic at!) tack or TIA. These brief, sudden warnings may last up to 24 hours and are marked by impairment or loss of speech, vision, movement or feeling. TIAs should be; by a doctor, who can serviceAward Member of Cadette Girl Scout troop it 1420, diagnosed direct safe and immediately from left: Mariann Gibson, leader, Alice Malquist, Nicole Babashoff, tests to determine their painless Krystle Cook, Sarah Gibson and Valerie Davis, recently received the cause and treatment. Honorable Mention award for their entry in Major warning signs of stroke Companys 25th Anniversary national campaign of community ser- are: vice. The judges feel that your project deserves this special recognisudden weakness or numbWe salute your efforts tion because of its value to your community. of the face, arm, or leg ness in this years Youth for America program. Service projects from sudden dimness or loss of vithroughout the nation were entered in the campaign from youth Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Boys & Girls sion, particularly in one eye organizations, including: sudden difficulty speaking or Clubs of America, Camp Fire Boys and Girls, and Girls Inc. understanding speech sudden severe headache, dizziness or confusion with no known cause . . sudden loss of bladder or bow- el with no known cause. control The will publish a Community Calendar each week and treatlike to event recognition have in would area. Early events our of If you pubyour ment make a significant differlished in this calendar, please submit it by 5 p.m. on Monday at ence in severity or survival when our office at 96 South Main, Nephi or send to Community Calstrokes occur, says Dr. Foley. P.O. Box 77, Nephi, Utah 84648. No endar, The New medications, given within a calendar events will be taken over the phone. few hours of the event, have shown remarkable results in studies of some types of strokes. Memorial Day. The key is getting stroke victims medical help as soon as possible. Wed like people to think of a stroke or brain attack in the Juab School District. Graduation. same way they think of a heart attack as a very serious and rJo," ''&W( 0 well-bein- Great-grandparen- ts Chinese food lovers delight in the flavor contrasts of Hot & Sour Soup. Now, these distinc- tive tastes have been Strokes are the cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of long-terdisability, yet neurologists at LDS Hospital say too many people including those in high-ris- k Ci Socdp DpcggqDS Bog(7 EQoO different bshveen g ,f? Colgate-Palmoliv- e used to give new life to classic Broccoli-BeeIn Hot & Sour Broccoli Beef, crushed red pepper gives the heat, while a small amount of vinegar provides the desired tang. But what brings these contrasts together is the use of Kikkoman Soy Sauce. Only a naturally f. brewed soy sauce that has been aged for several months has the distinctive taste qualities to provide a savory balance and meaty richness, without overpowering the other Plain ingredients. steamed rice is the perh fect to complement the zesty flavor of this stir-frside-dis- Cut beef across grain into thin slices, Combine 1 Tbsp. cornstarch an soy sauce with garlic and sugar; stir in beef. Let stand 10 minutes. Meanwhile, Hot & Sour Broccoli Beef e and cut broccoli flowerettes into remove 34 pound tender beef steak slices. thin into cut stalks: diagonally 1 tablespoon cornstarch pieces. Peel 3 tablespoons Kikkoman Soy Sauce, divided Combine 4 teaspoons cornstarch, crushed red pep1 per, remaining 2 Tbsp. soy sauce and 1 cup water; large clove garlic, minced set aside. Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in hot wok or large skillet 12 teaspoon sugar 1 minute; reover high heat. Add beef and stir-fr- y 1 pound fresh broccoli oil same in move. Heat pan. Add broccoli remaining 4 teaspoons cornstarch 1 Tbsp. wastir-fr2 minutes. and Sprinkle onion; 18 to 14 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 cook and cover ter over vegetables; minutes, stir3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided and beef; Add mixture sauce soy occasionally. 1 medium onion, thinly sliced ring cook, stirring, until sauce boils and thickens, about 2 teaspoons vinegar 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in vinegar. Serve Hot cooked rice ; with rice. Make 4 servings. y. bite-siz- y Higher risk patients, like lower the chance of stroke. That history helps doctors determine e patients, diabetics, means altering eating habits and if preventive actions are necesand members of some ethnic exercising regularly; controlling sary. Just as new medications have groups, should pay special atten- weight; reducing or eliminating tion to warnings. Occasional alcohol and cigarette usage; and improved the odds of survival for managing blood pressure, stress stroke victims, improved medicaspells of post-strok- light-headednes- s, sweaty palms, or rapid heartbeat strokes. Those may be prompted by medications, menopause, or standing up too quickly. However, if you experience those conditions often, you should be examined by your physician to be safe. Assessing individual risk and altering lifestyle changes can Times-New- Monday, May 25 Wednesday, May 27 May 29 Friday, School Juab Ry-se- )gdO GGOfimcp gOdsgfgOgd3G Anorexia and Bulimia are two of the most common eating disorders that center around an intense preoccupation with food. Anorexia is characterized by extreme weight loss, distorted perception of body, an intense fear of becoming obese, low and little sense of control. Pathologic eating behaviors also persist in more than half of all cases, and problems in family relationships are often present. Bulimia is characterized by situation that secretive episodes vomitrequires immediate medical at- followed by ing, fasting or the use of laxatention, says Dr. Foley. However, its essential that tives or diuretics. Bulimics also people know what the symptoms typically suffer from low of stroke are. A recent study in depression and sothe journal of the American Med- cial withdrawal, although they to be ical Association (JAMA) found appear and outgothat only 57 percent of 1,880 achievement-oriente- d Americans surveyed could cor- ing. Anorexia Nervosa most comrectly identify at least one maoccurs in the younger stroke monly warning sign. jor teenage years, whereas Bulimia usually begins in the later teenage or adult years. Bulimia typically begins after various reducing diets have been attempted with little success, while anorexics typically shun food, withdraw socially, deny problems and their bodies as being fat. Bulimics eat to cope, then feel Natasha Krebs and Scott guilty at losing so Cheney will be married Satur- they eat secretively. day, May 23, 1998, in Provo. A These eating disorders can sereception will be held in their verely impair health and can honor that afternoon from 4:00 even be For into 6:00 p.m. at (he LDS Lakeside stance, Anorexia can cause mal- - ; Church, 2225 West 620 North, nutrition and starvation, menProvo. struation may cease, vital signs ' Natasha is the daughter of can weaken, extremities may Roxanne Shepherd of Provo and grow cold, scalp hair thins and a . the late Robert Krebs. fine downy hair appears to help Scott is the son of Mr. and Mrs. the body conserve heat. AnorexWilliam Cheney of Provo, and ia can go on for a few months or Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hill of many years. Ogden. Bulimia can cause weakness, Grandparents of the bride are dehydration, laxative-induce- d Frank and Rose Shepherd of heart or kidney damage, seiNephi. zures, stomach ruptures and dis self-estee- binge-eatin- eased teeth and gums. An eating disorder does not typically disappear by itself and requires professional treatment. Various counseling therapies have been used to treat these disorders. Individual therapy helps patients regain physical health, reduce symptoms, increase self- - esteem and proceed with profe- and personal develop- ssional ment. Group therapy gives patients a support system to get feedback from their peers and enhance See Eating on page 5 Prenatal! Gass What to Expect When You're Expecting g self-induc- District. Last Day of Class. July 4 Saturday, Fourth of - Thursday, July 9 1998 Ute Stampede. Friday, July 10 1998 Ute Ci Stampede. This Community Calendar is brouglrf Co you by Ml. Hobo ThrKaVay and Den Frcnhlin Store Reminding you that wo havo a wadding rogistry at Don Franklin that can bo asod at oiSkor storo. Stop at 3S3 Norl!i Main and sao how oasy It b! IVccIo QcsopCica Kcso reported Co 7l:o 7l::3 Einzco-CwOV- JS i mis-percei- ve married self-contro- 623-532- 2 GessCcvcr . c3 rJophi Couple vill be Taught by Debbie Hoog, R.N., CCE. self-estee- July r, DDuDpIn)0DDO ConunonifY Calendar. s tions and advances in the management of patients who experience associated co implications says Dr.4Foley. Even though risks can be min- are also making a djffejenqe in imized through lifestyle chang- their rehabilitation and overall es, heredity and age play an un- quality of life, says David K. avoidable part in stroke risk. MD, medical director of the Men and women over 60 have Intermountain Rehabilitation higher risks, for example, says Center at LDS Hospital. Dr. Foley. Knowing your family and cholesterol. All are effective dont always indicate impending in reducing stroke likeliness, 4-- Hmes-New- ? Warning signs in pregnancy Labor and delivery Breathing and relaxations Post-partu- m . 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