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Show Page Two - The Pyramid - June 1, 1994 I 4 ntary Is sun exposure safe? One is six Americans will develop skin cancer at some point. At least 90 percent of these cancers result from long-terexposure to the suns ultraviolet radiation. Sunlight is also responsible for wrinkled, blotchy, dry andor leathery skin. Regardless of age or skin color, people need protection from the sun. The Utah Safety Council offers the following suggestions to help reduce skin cancer: Infants under the age of six months should be covered with shirts, long protective clothing including tightly woven sun bonnet. pants and a When outside, find a shady spot or put up a sun umbrella. Avoid peak hours of sunlight, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Begin using sunscreen at six months of age. Choose a waterproof product that is moisturizing rather than alcohol-baseMost children spend more time outdoors and receive three times more ultraviolet radiation in a year than adults. Regular use of an SPF-1- 5 sunscreen throughout childhood and adolescence can reduce the risk of the most common skin cancers by almost 80 percent. Some teens are so determined to get a tan that they frequent tanning salons. The ultraviolet light emitted by tanning booths causes sunburn and premature aging. It also increases the risk of developing skin cancer. According to , the Utah Safety Council, teens who absolutely must have a tan should get it out of a bottle or tube. Make sure they read and follow printed directions. Theyll probably need to apply a sunscreen. By adulthood, most people have accumulated enough hours of sun exposure to damage their skin. Make sun protection an essential and part of fitness and health. It may help reduce photo-agin-g . prevent skin cancer. Since the risk of skin cancer increases with age, examination of the skin should be done every three months. Early detection has the best chance for cure. See a physician without delay if any mole or skin growth changes or a new one appears. An older person who requires many prescription drugs may be at increased risk of developing an intense skin reaction to the sun. Consult a physician or pharmacist before going out in the sun if using medication. m long-sleev- wide-brimm- iof V Elk plan meet set June 14 at Ephraim Coop ed ed d. EPHRAIM A special meet-- , ing to discuss the proposed Five- Year Elk Management Plan for' Sanpete and Juab citizens will be held Tuesday, June 14, at 7 p.m. , in the Ephraim Cooperative Mercantile, 96 North Main,' according to a recent press re- -, lease. Anyone interested in being a part of the public comment should attend and make recom-,- ! mendations to the Central Re-- v gional Wildlife Council. For more information, contact 3 Devon Mikkelson at or Paula Brewer at All five ' regional wildlife counsels will meet to combine public comments on Tuesday, June 28, in Provo. The full Central Region Coun-- . cil will also meet to receive public comment on the cougar and proclamations on Wednesday, July 13, in NephL A location and time will be V- Visitors pose for pictures in front of the Old Spring City School as part of Heritage Days. 'V 445-342- xS 462-291- 8. ft fur-beari- ng Letters Traditional maypole dancers perform at Eph- - Try hugging, youll like it, hospital administrator says Dear Editor: You probably know someone or have a loved one who seems depressed or discouraged more often than it seems normal. We deal with this at Canyon Hills Health Care Center with younger as well as older patients, and Id like to share some of our observations and training experiences that might help laypersons with caregiving. Convincing a person we really care about himher is one of the most effective ways to reach a depressed patient. This applies to a loved one at home, too. By showing sincere interest, it makes him want to improve his physical or mental condition, if not for his own sake, at least for yours. The older person will usually do more for you than for himself. Some patients dont want to improve for no apparent cause while others really want to feel better and do, in fact, get better. Depression has a lot to do with this and the individual may be one who enjoys the extra attention which illness or the depressed state bestows. The individual may fear the effects of disability on his wholeness ip the family or community and become depressed or unwill-in- g to. fact the change or possibil- - Sapt'i LmhIIii Newspaper THE PHRflmiD long-tim- Utah, 84647 49 West Main Street Telephone: 462-2- 1 34 462-24- . -- Craig Lasson, son of Alan and Jolene Lasson, Salt Lake City, and grandson of Helen and the late Ted Lasson, Mt. Pleasant, was recentlj selected to play on soccer the Utah State team for 1994. Lasson is one of only four selected to represent Brighton High School in the annual event. Brighton was the 5A soccer champion in 1993 and tied for Regional Soccer Championships this year. One thing we found that really helps is "hug therapy." One professional writes, "Never un- -. derestimate how powerful the hugging therapy can be and the role it can play in the healing process (emotionally and physically). "To my knowledge," he writes, "no one has ever died of an overdose of hugging." (Leo Busceglia) It takes so little to open our arms and hearts to one another and its one of the clearest state- ments of love we can make. Try it; youll like it. Alana Kogianes named as Sanpetes Junior Princess All-St- ar MANT- I- Alana Kogianes, n daughter of Mike and Ann was Fountain of Green, selected 1994 Sanpete County Junior Princess after a day of interviews, public modeling, speaking and competitive riding. Hayley Palmer, daughter of Ken and Charlene Palmer of Mt. Pleasant, was selected first attendant, and Priscilla Terry, daughter of Scott and Wanda Terry of Fairview, is second attendant. Marcee Peterson, 1993 Princess, crowned the new royalty. Mick-elso- Oil collection program off to tremendous start SALT LAKE CIT- Y- The 13 approved used oil collection Publisher Craig Conover stations in Millard, . Juab and .'Managing Editor Penny Hamilton Sanpete Counties are generally off to a good start for a program Editor Associate Grover Lynda barely a month old, according to Office Manager Shirley Christensen an EvansGroup news release. One station was still waiting SUBSCRIPTION RATES for its first deposit, while others (In Advance) were overflowing. "The oil drums are full and y . are buckets and jars of used there $21 per year outside Sanpete County oil everywhere," reported Neil Mecham of Walker Oil Company CORRESPONDENTS in Centerfield. "The response here, especially from the farmers, Bruce Monti, Jennings tremendous. " has been 0 Moroni, Barbara Gordon "The farmers in our area have 9 Fairview, Lory Beatham been storing their used oil on Ftn. Green, Jessie Oldroyd . their farms for years, and they are bringing in barrels oT used Spring Gty, Phyllis Johnson AG . oil," said Cary Meinhardt, Dean O'Driscoll Snow College Delta. "Our oil collection Center, 6 Reporter, Ray Truitt drum was filled the first day." Andersorr462-313Hollee The used oil collection proPhotographer, gram is a free service provided POSTMASTER: Send change of address to The . by Ash Grove Cement Company, Pyramid, 49 West Main Street, Mt. Pleasant, UT the State of Utah and local partic84647. Second dass postage paid at Mt. Pleasipating merchants, which allows ant, UT and additional mailing offices. local agricultural operations and FAX: T 59 $18peryear-50Cpercop- residents who change their own oil to dispose of their used oil in an environmentally productive way. Since last year, it has been illegal to dump used oil into landfills, on the ground or into sewer or storm drain systems and harsh penalties can be levied on those who transgress. For further information about the program or for the address of 835-38- 436-876- 427-337- 445-34- 462-385- 0 445-332- 1 A v Councilman David Blackham dedicated the facility. Shortly after the dedication. Power Superintendent Dan Anderson demonstrated the generators unique technology capabilities by activatings the ..power turbine from a lap top computer station designed for remote control. The automatic, unattended operation of the plant includes single push button start capability and a safety shutdown in cast of a fault in the hydro plant or distribution system. Described as "useable technology" by electrical engineer Cliff Malm during last weeks ceremo- - , ny, the citys new hydroelectric facility was designed to increase the citys power production and decrease its dependence on purchased power. Only the fourth project of its kind funded in Utah by Farmers it is Home Administration, advanced uses it because unique technology. The $3.5 million project was completed with four percent of the anticipated cost left over. The .FmHA loan will be paid back community through a loan. MT. PLEASAN- T- Around 40 individuals representing the public; and financial, engineering, and government officials attended a ribbon cutting and dedication of the citys newly completed $3.5 million hydro electric project May. 26 dast of town up Pleasant Creek Caiiyon. Councilman Steve Rosenlund along with Miss Mt. Pleasant Amy Seely and second attendant Jacci Herring cut the ribbon at the site of Hydro Unit 4, the largest power generator in the citys hydro project. In addition to Unit 4 up Pleasant Creek Canyon, a second hydroelectric plant. Unit 3, was constructed during the project. This can be overcome through continued or revived social relationships. So often depression causes one to want to give up, which has no relation to his actual physical condition. We must work to overcome depression or discouragement to achieve physical rehabilitation and well being. We must bring our friends or loved ones to a state of self worth, of worthiness of purpose, of sincere love, and caring. Nephi (USPS365-5C- 0) Published Weekly at Mt. Pleasant City dedicates hydro plants tty of a change in his way of life. Some lose heart because of emoe tional erosion from a debilitation or a sincere belief that no one really cares-- "It really doesnt matter to anyone." Ed Chris, Administrator Canyon Hills Health Care raims recent Scandinavian Festival. WENDOVE- R- Disabled American Veterans and DAV Auxilliary of Utah will hold the 72nd annual state convention at the Stateline Hotel. June .For further information contact Commander, Jay, DeWayne Davis County Chapter 14, at 9-- 11 544-243- 7. The wise man forgets insults as the ungrateful forgets benefits. Other competitors included Charlee Sorensen, Misty Sabin and Rhonda Mecham. . Competition Certificates of Achievement were awarded to: Hayley Palmer, public speaking, modeling, appearance, interview and personality; Charlee Sorenson, modeling and appearance; Rhonda Mecham, interview and personality; and Alana Kogianes, modeling and appearance, horsemanship, rodeo knowledge and horsemanship skills. Rhonda Mecham was voted Miss Congeniality .of the other ' contestants. The contest was run in conjunction with the Sanpete County Cowboy Sweetheart Contest and was directed by Sam DeLeeuw, Lori Bown, Peggy Johnson and Marcee Peterson. The Junior Princess Royalty will appear at parades and cele' brations Sanpete throughout Ute at the and Stampede county ; jn Nephi. They will also hostess Team pennjng Competition at the Sanpete County Fair and will steward the Fair Open Horse Show. 30-ye- ar , 'Mayor Chesley Christensen attributed the success of the project to prior administrations, who had the vision of increased hydroelectric capabilities, and to community support. Conceived as an idea during the term of Mayor Alan Beck, .the city began actively seeking funding for the project in 1987 while Mayor Amoir Deuel was in office. Funding was obtained in 1991 and "We went to work," Mayor Christensen explained. Mt. Pleasant first went into the power business in 1913 following the completion of Unit 1, the first hydroelectric plant built in Pleasant Creek Canyon. On July 13, 1912, voters approved a $38,000 bond election HOME HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS NEEDED . Home Care of Utah is expanding its offices into Moroni and the surrounding areas. Our company is seeking quality health care providers for the following positions: DIR. OF NURSING, PER VISIT RNs, home health AIDES, PTs, OTs, STs, SECRETARY. Mustpass background check. Please submit your resume to FAX or mail to: 1060 E. 100 SOUTH 106 SLC 84102, (800)596-985- 0 HCU is an equal opportunity employer. (203 for; 80 against) to build the power plant and upgrade the citys power distribution system. As power needs increased, a second generating unit was built in 1936. Today, those two plants still produce power. All four hydroelectric units can be operated and monitored through a computerized SCADA system at the citys electrical shop at 83 South 900 East. HEALTH TIPS Smokeless Dangers Checking Out Smokeless Tobacco: Research from Virginia among 347 users of chewing tobaccor or snuff in their 20s and 30s showed that 13 hadoral lesions (skin thickening or abnormal growth), but none had carcinomas. It was estimated that it would take 2 to 6 years of constant tobacco use to develop the lesions seen in the study. Also, those who developed the abnormal growth were slightly older, had a lower intake of vitamin C, and were more likely to have used chewing tobacco than snuff. Cancer (December l) Super Bacteria Bacteria Become Resistant to Drugs: Bacteria that cause infections are mutating constantly and becoming resistant to antibiotics. Some strains of the bacteria that cause tuberculosis are resistant to more than one antibiotic, as are bacterial strains found in wound infections, burns, and other infections. The problem is due, in part, to patients not taking their entire course of antibiotics, allowing bacteria to mutate, and to the use of antibiotics for infections that can be treated effectively with a single, more focused drug Medical World News broad-spectru- m (November) SIDS Risks Smoking and SIDS: The causes of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) remain obscure, but researchers are beginning to identify certain risk factors. A study from the Centers for Disease Control compared the incidence of maternal smoking among more than 400 infants who were considered SIDS cases and matched control infants. Thy found that maternal smoking during pregnancy and infant exposure to second-han- d smoke after birth each were associated with an increased risk of SIDS Pediatrics (December) Courtesy of SKYLINE PHARMACY 1 W. Main, ML Pleasant 462-243- 4 |