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FOSTORIA — According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, periodic health screenings may help identify health problems early, when treatment may be most successful. To address a woman’s health screening needs throughout life, Fostoria Community Hospital is to present “Spring into Wellness,” 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, in the conference center, on the lower level of the hospital.
Laura Kemp, certified nurse midwife, North Central Women’s Health Center, is to discuss women’s health and the recommended screenings for women of all ages as well. Kemp is also to discuss risk factors that may increase a woman’s chance of developing a condition or disease.
Free screenings, including blood pressure, osteoporosis and body mass index screenings, are to be available before and after the 6:30 p.m. presentation. Refreshments are to be provided. This program is free and open to the public.
For more information or to register, contact ProMedica Total Wellness, formerly Positive Lifestyles, at (419) 436-6688.
COLUMBUS — This week is “Spring Severe Weather Safety Awareness Week” in Ohio. Tornado sirens are to sound all over the state as part of the state’s spring weather awareness campaign. The Ohio Department of Aging asks organizations, families and individuals to not only participate in the statewide drill, but also to consider the often unique needs of senior citizens and people with disabilities, should such an emergency arise, and develop preparedness plans with these people in mind.
“With tornadoes in January and a blizzard in March, one thing we’ve learned about the weather this year is that it can be unpredictable and very dangerous,” remarks Barbara E. Riley, director of the department. “Tornado drills and other awareness activities shouldn’t just be targeted at school children. Awareness of and preparation for natural disasters is vital to ensure the safety of all of our valued citizens.”
On Wednesday, at 9:50 a.m., Ohio is to conduct is annual statewide tornado drill, which is the cornerstone of a campaign to get all Ohioans to understand and prepare for spring-related severe weather, including thunderstorms, lightning, flooding and tornadoes.
“While everyone should have access to a preparedness kit for severe weather, seniors and people with disabilities may have special needs that require additional planning,” adds Riley. “Beyond finding appropriate shelter, older Ohioans and others must also consider what to do in the case of electrical outage, lack of access to repairs if certain equipment breaks down, running out of medications and loss of access to personal care assistance, all of which may occur during severe weather.”
State of Ohio agencies responsible for disability and aging services and Ohio’s Developmental Disabilities Network, in conjunction with the Ohio Legal Rights Service, have launched the Emergency Management Be Prepared Kit, a publication and companion Web site (olrs.ohio.gov/beprepared/beprepared.htm) containing checklists that are to guide individuals on the documents they need to copy and keep and the supplies that they should have on hand at all times, in case of an emergency.
To learn more about the committee and specific activities for Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week, visit weathersafety.ohio.gov.
The Seneca County General Health District is sponsoring two Senior Health Checks. These are anyone age 60 or over. The first is 1-3 p.m. April 9 at Allen Eiry Senior Center. The second is 1-3 p.m. April 16 at New Riegel American Legion. For more information, call (419) 447-3691.
If transportation is needed, contact the Commission on Aging. This service is provided by the Seneca County General Health District, donations are appreciated.
Laura Kemp, certified nurse midwife, North Central Women’s Health Center, is to discuss women’s health and the recommended screenings for women of all ages as well. Kemp is also to discuss risk factors that may increase a woman’s chance of developing a condition or disease.
Free screenings, including blood pressure, osteoporosis and body mass index screenings, are to be available before and after the 6:30 p.m. presentation. Refreshments are to be provided. This program is free and open to the public.
For more information or to register, contact ProMedica Total Wellness, formerly Positive Lifestyles, at (419) 436-6688.
COLUMBUS — This week is “Spring Severe Weather Safety Awareness Week” in Ohio. Tornado sirens are to sound all over the state as part of the state’s spring weather awareness campaign. The Ohio Department of Aging asks organizations, families and individuals to not only participate in the statewide drill, but also to consider the often unique needs of senior citizens and people with disabilities, should such an emergency arise, and develop preparedness plans with these people in mind.
“With tornadoes in January and a blizzard in March, one thing we’ve learned about the weather this year is that it can be unpredictable and very dangerous,” remarks Barbara E. Riley, director of the department. “Tornado drills and other awareness activities shouldn’t just be targeted at school children. Awareness of and preparation for natural disasters is vital to ensure the safety of all of our valued citizens.”
On Wednesday, at 9:50 a.m., Ohio is to conduct is annual statewide tornado drill, which is the cornerstone of a campaign to get all Ohioans to understand and prepare for spring-related severe weather, including thunderstorms, lightning, flooding and tornadoes.
“While everyone should have access to a preparedness kit for severe weather, seniors and people with disabilities may have special needs that require additional planning,” adds Riley. “Beyond finding appropriate shelter, older Ohioans and others must also consider what to do in the case of electrical outage, lack of access to repairs if certain equipment breaks down, running out of medications and loss of access to personal care assistance, all of which may occur during severe weather.”
State of Ohio agencies responsible for disability and aging services and Ohio’s Developmental Disabilities Network, in conjunction with the Ohio Legal Rights Service, have launched the Emergency Management Be Prepared Kit, a publication and companion Web site (olrs.ohio.gov/beprepared/beprepared.htm) containing checklists that are to guide individuals on the documents they need to copy and keep and the supplies that they should have on hand at all times, in case of an emergency.
To learn more about the committee and specific activities for Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week, visit weathersafety.ohio.gov.
The Seneca County General Health District is sponsoring two Senior Health Checks. These are anyone age 60 or over. The first is 1-3 p.m. April 9 at Allen Eiry Senior Center. The second is 1-3 p.m. April 16 at New Riegel American Legion. For more information, call (419) 447-3691.
If transportation is needed, contact the Commission on Aging. This service is provided by the Seneca County General Health District, donations are appreciated.
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