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Show Page 10 Skin cancer Put your skin to the test self-examinatio- ns: Exams conjure up fears in all us. Did I study hard enough? Will I pass? Do I know the material inside and out? Will it be graded on a curve? The fact is, exams are an essential component of learning valuable information. And if you think about it, one more exam a skin cancer really wont kill you, right? No, in fact, it could save your life. You know your skin better than anyone else. Whether its a passing glance in a mirror as youre getting dressed full-lengt- h Wednesday, May 19, 1999 Nephi, Utah (Elje for work or a thorough once-ovevery night before bedtime, you er look at your skin every day. Thats why youre the best person to notice any changes or suspicious marks on your skin that could be a sign of skin cancer. arent Skin difficult and can be done in a matter of minutes with only one ns skin cancers, including melanoma the deadliest form of skin cancer can be cured if caught in time. About 1 million new cases of skin cancer will be diagnosed in the United States each year. Of that total, it is estimated that approximately 44,200 people in the United States will be diagnosed with melanoma this year, up 6 percent from 1998. This year alone, approximately 7,300 deaths will be attributed to melanoma, about one every hour. A report in the April 21, 1999 issue ofthe Journal of the National Cancer Institute finds that while the number of new cases for most cancers declined from mirror. Or, you can enlist the help of a friend for e areas. those By giving yourself a personal melanoma is one of inspection regularly, you can spot the few cancers that continues to potential trouble at the best pos- rise at a rate of approximately sible time: in the earliest stage. Thats important because most 3 percent annually. tool a hand-hel- d hard-to-se- es, see your dermatologist immediately. If neglected, all skin cancers, especially melanoma, can be lethal," warns Dr. Darrell Rigel, MD, President of the American Academy of Dermatology. "Thats are why skin so critical in the detection process.". PIANO FESTIV AL Piano students of Linda Davis participated in Music Festival held on May 1, 1999, in Ephraim. The festival is sponsored by the Central Utah Federation of Music Clubs. Front, from left: Jameson Izatt, very good; Joshua Davis, superior; Ashley Farr, superior; Cassie Davis, superior. Wright, superior; Kellie-JBack: Rachelle Wardle, superior plus; Janelle Maxwell, superior; Darci Maxwell, superior; Tanya Hathaway, superior; Stephanie Farr, superior; Danielle Hathaway, excellent. Not pictured is Adam Everitt, superior. For her superior plus performance, Rachelle Wardle participated in an Honors Recital held on May 2. Both Rachelle Wardle and Stephanie Farr received their first gold cups for a cumulative of 15 points each at a Gold Cup Recital held at Snow Colo lege on May 16. used to increase the time spent in intense sunlight. Wear protective, tightly woIn addition to practicing fre- ven clothing, such as a shirt and pants durthe Amerquent skin ican Academy of Dermatology ing prolonged periods of sun exrecommends that everyone fol- posure. And don't forget to wear low these sun safety precautions a hat and sunglasses when outdoors. self-exam- in festival On Saturday, May 1, piano stu- dents from throughout Juab County participated in the Jun- ior Music Festival sponsored by the Central Utah Federation of Music Clubs. Each student performed two piano solo pieces for a panel of three judges, and received a rating of Superior, (5 points); Excellent, (4 points); Very Good, (3 points); Good, (2 points); or Fair ( 1 point). The students were judged on note accuracy, rhythm, expression, articulation, and the overall musicality of their performance. About ten percent of the 300 students who participated were given a rating of Superior , for an exceptional performance. Students of Delanie Hathaway who participated were: Lyndsie Fowkes, Superior; Kaylie Harris, Superior; Kristal Howarth, Superior ; Megan Jones, Superior; Adam Leavitt, Superior; Danielle Leavitt, Superior; Stacey McKnight, Superior; Hali Nielsen, Excellent; Jace Petei son, Superior ; Katelyn Peterson, Superior; Lynley Peterson, Superior ; Samantha Peterson, Superior; Shanlee Ralphs, Supe rior; and Kristopher Tatton, I cs azgsnosp thtptoOkEEiti wide-brimm- year-roun- Avoid hours peak" sunlight broad-spectru- m New moles. Changes in your skin. If you spot any of these chang rj A' Free (888) BROCHURE HIGHLIGHT Front row: Marty Johnson, Assistant Photographer, Gallop Studio; Mike Heggerness, Art Director, Associates & Stahl. Back row: Jim Gallop, Photographer; Lisa Tiborek, Producer; Brent Walton, listing Tichnician, Polaris Industries; Al Mueler, Transportation, Transport America; TTicia Steele; Betty Sanders; Jeff Sanders; Nathan Kooienga, Account Executive, Associates & Stahl; Kevin Mollett, Marketing Communications, Polaris Industries; John Keenan, Assistant Photographer. 343-228- 8 Juab County geography highlighted in brochure 56k V.90 Modems, World WideWeb, Web & Client Baced News, Home Pages, Tech Support Still Only $14.95 Unlimited "The National Internet Service Provider With He had new customers to hook ufx Meters to check. But as he was driving down the road in Deasant Grove, he noticed flames shooting above a fence. The fire seemed too clo to a nearby house to be somebody just burning hackyard weeds, so he stopped to check it out As he got closer, Enc saw that flames had fully engulfed a heavy trash can and were threatening every a Local Presence" This past week photographers, rett Honda Polaris to produce its producers, art directors and cam- 2000 model year brochure. Jim era crews scoured Juab County Gallop of Gallop studios and in search of its most scenic vis- Mike Heggerness of Associates tas. and Stahl, both of Minneapolis, Polaris Industries chose Gar- - Minnesota, made two previous trips to Garrett Honda Polaris to thing around it The vinyl slats in the fence were beginning to melt and the house was in danger of being next So he pulled the trash can a way and grabbed a shovel and garden hose. He found a faucet hooked up the hose and put out the fire. Spreading the contents on the ground to he sure no hot embers remained made quite a mess, and Enc hoped die homeowner would understand. As he was preparing to Firefighting wasnt on Erics to do list. homeowners returned. I le explained what happened, they thanked hinv and he went about his rounds. No big deal Until he got hack to the office, and everybody started congratulating him. Turns out the trash can held ashes from a recently cleaned while the homeowners were fireplace, which at work. A very grateful Mayor had called to thank Utah Power's Eric Wetzel Seems the house Eric saved belonged to him. Eric and Utah Power In the community. O UTAH POWER A PacifiGrj Gwqtmy v.y'v'v.-- ' '? reflective surfaces, ritated. il, v Avoid to look for: A mole that has changed size, color, shape or texture. A mole that begins itching, bleeding, crusting or becomes ir- Internet Service cnsr scsrrat ed d: 3. fflSEfiTEUD Qi& cm: long-sleev- ed between 10 a.m. and 4 which can reflect up to 85 perp.m. when the suns rays are cent of the suns damaging rays. No shadow...seek the shade! the strongest. sun- If your shadow is shorter than Apply a screen with a Sun Protection you are, the damaging rays of the Factor (SPF) of at least 15, ap sun are at their strongest and youre likely to sunburn. While melanoma can strike From page 5 anyone, Caucasians are at far greater risk than those of other races. But even among Caucasians, however, certain individuals are at higher risk than othSuch practices include: hand ers. For example: Your chances increase by nine washing, use and calibration of times if youve already had one thermometers, taking and remelanoma. cording temperatures, cooking foods to proper internal temperYou have a substantially inatures and proper sanitizing of creased risk of developing melautensils and equipment. noma if you have many moles, Acquiring this knowledge is large moles or atypical (unusual) moles. part of establishing food safety Your risk is increased if your systems, which enables food managers to ensure and docuparents, children or siblings ment that food is prepared safehave had melanoma. If you are a Caucasian with ly. When a food facility has a food fair skin, your risk is twice as safety system in place, along with certified managers, that fagreat as a Caucasian with olive skin. cility can use the "reasonable Redheads and blondes have a care defense in the event that a twofold to fourfold increased risk foodbome illness outbreak oc- of developing melanoma. curs. GOLD CUP Jace Peterson Excessive sun exposure in the was awarded his 30 The American Food Safety Inpoint Gold first 10 to 15 years of life increas- Cup May 16, 1999, at the annual stitute offers free information es your chances of developing Gold Cup Recital sponsored by and class schedules on the webmelanoma threefold. the Central Utah Federation of site at a skin Music Clubs. Jace is the son of www.americanfoodsafety.com or Conducting is simple and Rhett and Ann Peterson ofNephi. by calling painless. Look over your entire body, including your scalp, soles of your feet, between your toes, and the palms of your hands. Youll need a mirror to check some of these areas. Heres what Toll ntcr: u wBKJ0 s, Food students participate s 15-3- ns 1990-199- 6, Hathaway 0 minutes before going ply outdoors, and reapply eveiy two hours, especially when playing sports, swimming, gardening or doing any other outdoor activities. Cloudy days are no exception. Sunscreens should not be Making it happen. assess the dealership and the counties geographic potential. The final selection was between Garrett Honda Polaris and a dealer in Austin, Texas. Monday morning the group along with Kevin Mollett, the Marketing and Communications Manager for Polaris, traveled to various sites around the county setting up machines for the week long shoot. Among the sites chosen were Goshen Canyon, Burras ton Ponds, Mt. Nebo, Nebo Loop, Log Canyon, Keem Spring, Salt Creek Canyon, and Dog Valley. In all, over 2000 photographs were taken of the county. JefT Sanders, who acted as guide for the group, said the photographers felt that Joab County offered some ofthe most beautiful scenery they had ever photographed. Kevin Mollett suggested that they return this fall for production of their newest A.T.V video. The photos taken here will be premiered internationally on all of the Polaris A.T.V, Garment and Accessory catalogs. |