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Show Sun Times, November 7, 1 979, Ben Lomond Beacon, November 8, 1979, 2 1 Page Hypothermia can cause death The elderly mans heating each save money and energy, he followed the advice of many government officials and. lowered his home therbill was getting higher month. So in order to FORTUNATE MAN mostat. Situations like this are becoming more and more common as home heating costs continue to soar. And while the elderly man might save a few dollars each month, he may also be unknowingly placing his life in danger, according to Dr. Terry P. Clemmer, director of LDS Hospital Critical Care Medicine. As people age their bodies begin to lose their ability to maintain their temperature as well as to shiver. These losses result in many instances when an SAFETY GLASSES SAVES HIS EYES UFFELMAN, of Hill L realize his body temperature has been lowered along with the thermostat, explains Dr. Clemmer. When this loss of body heat results in a temperature of 95 degrees or less, the condition becomes known as hypothermia. Whats even more is that frightening hypothermia is a condition him elf an difficult tat ions covering statewide 208 water quality activities. City Nov. The first session at 7 p.m. UACD President. 8 features presen- begins at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 9, Dee state Hansen, engineer, is also scheduled to address the group on Utah's water rights. His follows the message the by presentations - t 'sinks Association of Conservation Districts Allis Chalmers Environmental OQOtN 1475 So. Stott 0 Cloorfltld 505 So. Main 723-77- 44 Brigham City Store Hours: 8-8-- Saturday Saturday will revolve around discussions concerning responsibilities and activities of Conservation Districts. Anyone wishing to attend this meeting may do so, stated Matsumori, a $10 registration fee is requested. UACD membership consists of 200 locally elected Soil Conservation District Supervisors who help direct soil and water conservation activities in Utahs 40 Soil 65 i. Con- servation Education Awards Program will be recognized at a 7 p.m. banquet Friday evening, Nov. 9. The Friday afternoon session and the morning 1950 WoH Aw. Mon.-Fr- Awards Program and the National PUSTIC hetfci twit session 773-788- Senator Conservation tnmi 394-77- and Hatch. Winners of the Goodyear prtekMwf systems STEEL Jim Matsumori, stated .Governor PIPE M. at the Friday session which speakers morning Tri-Ar- Nov. Scott Governor Matheson and Senator Orrin G. Hatch will be guest Conservation 6 Districts throughout the state. 4 to diagnose Fortunately hypothermia can be recognized by the , 3 hypothermia there are several steps which should or breathing action. Some can even be in full cardiac arrest. heart beat These symptoms dont necessarily mean the person is dead, notes Dr. Clem people consider it an outdoor hazard as well, says Dr. Clemmer. Whats unusual is that hypothermia can attack a person in 40 to 50 degree weather as easily as in subzero temperatures, he notes. All thats required in moderate conditions is damp clothing and a slight wind. When these two conditions are combined they can quickly lead to a dangerous situation, he says. Therefore to safeguard against hypothermia, cer- tain precautions should always be taken when planning an outdoor ex- Seattle, Washington; and has served variously as a researcher, evaluator and program consultant for in Arts Educational Phsychology from the teacher In the past month, almost licenses have been issued by the Utah Department of Agriculture to persons who work in the agriculture sector. According to Dr. Kenneth B. Greer, Commissioner of Agriculture, the licenses are issued in accordance with the Utah Agricultural Laws to insure safe products which are correctly packaged and measured. For example, licenses are given to operators of milk manufacturing plants, to distributors of motor fuel, to operators of feedlots, and to operators of nursery outlets. on Saturday, Nov. 10, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Moot Court of the (Auditorium University of Utah Law School in Salt Lake City). Subjects to be discussed will be state solar tax credit legislation, views of utilities on renewable energy and Utahs The conference is cosponsored by the Utah Energy Office and the Utah Solar Energy Society. Earlier that same day, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, will be a conference to explore Earth Sheltered Housing, the presented by Underground Space Center from the University of Minnesota. The $10 registration fee at the door for this conference covers a two-hospeaker session, two 1 hour break-ou- t sessions, and materials 035TRB (EE model Indian Education Program at Highline School District in Washington, and they have 2 children. members League dinner serve as the inspectors watch dogs to make sure that consumers receive the service they desire. all packing . For instance, plants are licensed and are monitored by meat in- to insure a wholesome unadulterated product. Milk inspectors work with dairies to help them meet the regulations that are issued to consumer the Small workshop planned Small business managers and those who might anticipate leadership in a small business are invited to attend a Small Business Workshop Thursday, Nov. 8 at Weber State College. Gordon Dr. Jacox, associate professor of business at Weber State and course instructor, said class members will get an indepth look at the elements of running a small business. Dr. Jacox said topics for . discussion include: How to Start Your Own Business, How and When to Patent or - . Following the dinner, recognition and awards will be given to scouting units in the Gateway district. All cub, boy scout, varsity and explorer scouting leaders are invited to contact their scouting coordinator for tickets. Advertise Business, Keep Adequate Records. The seminar will begin at 8:15 a.m. in room 338 of the WSC Untion Building and continue until 4:15 p.m. It is sponsored jointly by the WSC Division of Continuing Education, the Small is licenses issued Business Administration, Corps of Retired Service Executives (SCORE), Active Corps of Executives (ACE), and the Utah Small Business Center. Development to bookkeepers, livestock Liston selected mfirket reporting agents, artificial inseminators, and as scouTleader brokers, livestock dealers, auction weighman, livestock many others. The inspectors department for the also inspect fruit, vegetables, most field crops, livestock fertilizer brands, labeling, pesticide labeling several other duties. Commissioner plus Creer states that all these functions are performed by the of Utah Department Agriculture to make sure consumers are receiving and safe, wholesome, A Pleasant View youth has been selected as Lake Bonneville Council Explorer executive for Bruce Liston is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Liston of 939 W. 3800 N. in Pleasant View. He was chosen Council 1979-198- Explorer Association Chiarman delegates 0. Presidents by (E.P.A.) the 280 attending the THOUGHT PROVOKING I desire to conduct the affairs of this administration so that if at the end . . . I have lost every other friend on earth, I shall at least have one friend left, and that friend shall be deep down inside of me. --Abraham Lincoln co- sponsored by the University of Utah Engineering Station and the Utah Solar Energy Society. For more information, call the Utah Energy hotline, or (toll The man who will use his skill and constructive imagination to see how much he can give for a dollar, instead of how little he can give for a dollar, is bound to succeed. -- Henry Ford 581-54- There is an old story about God discussing with his angels where he should place the secret of life so that it would be most difficult to find. One suggested the bowels of the earth, another the bottom of the sea, a third the highest mountain. A fourth angel objected. Men will eventually search out all of these places, he said. The only place is within man himself. He will never dream of looking there. THANKSGIVING & XMAS DECORATIONS Wi'V'i E.P.A. conference recently held at Utah State University for adults and youths. Bruce now presides over more than 200 Explorer Presidents representing over 2,000 Explorers in these Weber, and-B- ox counties: Elder. Bruce was elected to a term, and will represent the council in May at the national EPA conference. J? He will be a member of the Lake Bonneville Council executive committee for Exploring and meet monthly at the Boy Scout office with ttie adult and youth leaders cabinet made up of delegates from each district in the one-ye- Goals of the new president are better communication and a quality Explorer program. Activities plannedare Explorer Olympicsi snowmobile trip, 50-mi- le hike to Yellowstone National hike and Park, and canoe trip to Yellowstone, as well as training boy leaders and conferences for boys. GMMBa NONISEIiUER Papor Product Gifts Party Homs 0083 eon At Wholesale Prices ffiEP icnarr-- ftEDBL fuEOGp azscusi- Of - IMS'S m n PitSktppi OPINt Mon.-Fr- 3921101 i. 10-- 1, Ml. 14 Dolly! 10-- 5 ts 9-- 2 Sal. Lots ofParking !OUrJYAlfj OALDO A DIOT. GO., it:c. "Since 1945" Tel. 3181 Wail Avt. OCDIN x 394-45- 71 2857 Grant Ava., Ogdtn Not for sale in any bookstore! 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The licenses coupled with spectors GORDON JACOX (left) instructor for the Small Business Workshop at WSC, goes over agenda with keynote speaker Dr. Sterling Sessions, dean of business and economics at WSC, and Ray Cassell (right), Col. USAF ret. and member of Service Corps of Retired Executives. DR REjLDJAMERICAS EBf and sustaining members are against an unsafe product. Bedding and upholstery manufacturers are licensed and inspected so that the consumer can be certain of receiving the materials that are stated on the label. Scouts plan This ' University of Washington. His wife, Cathy, supervises a protect Energy meeting slated A free public meeting will be held on Solar and Renewable Energy in Utah, publications, Two Standardized Tests. He holds his Bachelor of Science and Master of for 5,000 ' is a which affects urban dwellers mostly during the winter, many for licenses issued Dr. problem coach several Education be taken immediately. First take his temperature. If its below 95 degrees but above 90 degrees, then simply wrap the victim in a warm blanket or place him in a warm bath. Hot liquids should also be administered. If the individuals temperature is 90 degrees or is less, hospitalization usually the best solution. These victims need to be rewarmed from the inside out in order to prevent such serious side affects as heart rhythms disturbances from assistant Programs Director at the Membership several school districts. He has served as a coordinator of Guidance and Child Study, as a school Psychologist and as a liaison person with the courts, Juvenile agencies and mental health agencies. He has worked as a Special In the event someone discovers he or someone else from is suffering children and served as an Meeting to be held at Utah Power and Light Co. on November is at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Rosa is the Federal Highline School District in foods. retarded and emotionally diaturbed mentally basketball and track. He has been an Instructor at the University of Washington and at Western Washington State. Mr. Roes is the author of League liquids and high caloric Clemmer. While hypothermia Rots, nationally, recognized patients is Nobody is considered dead until you warm them up, , notes Dr, Clemmer. Because of the danger of falling into a hypothermic condition most elderly individuals should take special care to dress warmly and wear a sweater during the colder months. They should also include in their daily diets plenty of hot says D. authority in the area of nonsex stereotyping, will be the guest speaker at the Junior Therefore the rule of thumb when treating such cursion such as hunting, hiking or skiing. You should always dress warmly and carry plenty of fluids and high caloric foods, Dr. Clemmer adds. You should also carry a survival kit along containing a change of clothing, material to build a small fire and a body heat reflective blanket. apparent Mr. John ef- difficult to extremely Dr. distinguish, says Clemmer. Many hypothermia victims can be found having no to league suf- occurring, energy directions. These will be presented by speakers, open discussion and a lobbying session. GOD (RB Ross speaks 1 presence of a few symptoms. First the person becomes disoriented and confused as his temperature falls below 95 degrees. These individuals cant make rational decisions for themselves or anyone else in this stage. Sometimes they even exhibit such bizarre behavior as taking off their clothing while continuing to insist theyre in no need of help," Dr. Clemmer says. Next the victims body mechanisms begin to slow down. Breathing becomes shallow while blood circulation is reduced. Often muscles seem weak and stiff. If no steps are taken to reverse this trend, the final two stages coma and death come next. These two levels, although significantly different, are resources, CEE? in oneself," he says. Instead, the diagnosis usually must be made by someone else. Annual UACD meeting set Harris Adams, Chairman of !lu Davis Soil Conservation District, invites other supervisors and their wives, to attend the annual meeting of the UACD Utah Association of Conservation c Districts UACD at the Travelodge in Salt Lake person elderly Air Force Base, considers extremely fortunate person. As physiological trainer employee, Directorate of Maintenance, he was cutting angle iron for an altitude chamber with a power hacksaw when the blade shattered, and a jagged piece of metal struck and shattered the left lens of his glasses. Uffleman was unscathed after the accident, but attributes this to his habit of complying with safety rules and always wearing his safety glasses when performing certain hazardous tasks. This habit paid off he was unhurt and his sight saved. This is the first time a blade has shattered during the three years he has used this machine. (The blade is checked before each use and an oil lubricant automatically keeps the blade coated to reduce friction). HAROLD doesnt fering long lasting side fects. 12 jj mer. Many of them can still be brought to a hospital and resuscitated without Clearfield Courier, November 7. 1979. Pag Page 12 tion that could help you to a better way of life. To get your free copy, just write: cossuzm momma erno, Gtnarol Services Administration |