Sweetwater Reporter (Sweetwater, Tex.), Vol. 111, No. 169, Ed. 1 Thursday, June 4, 2009 Page: 5 of 10
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Sweetwater Reporter
Thursday, June 4, 2009 ■ Page 5
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coffee event. This months
event was held at Java Jax
coffee shop and was hosted
Its State Representative
Susan King. I he ( handier
of Commerce holds its cof-
fee event at I0a.ni. the first
Wednesday of the month,
at a different location.
Photos by Amanda Moreno
Fashion forward
sun protection
M. I). Anderson
Reveals 1 low to be
Stylish While Reducing
Skin Cancer Risks
HOUSTON- May is Skin Cancer
Awareness Month and 't he University
of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer
Center now offers insight into how
some of today's hottest fashion trends
can offers tremendous amount of sun
protection without leaving you feeling
like a well-greased baking pan.
When it comes to sun protection,
sunscreen alway s has been high on the
sun protection radar. It still is - but
Susan Y. Chon, M.D., assistant proles-
sor in M. I). Anderson's Department
of Dermatology, explains how the hot-
test trends from me spring/summer
20(>9 runway shows also can provide
skin cancer prevention and maximize
clothing's sun protection power.
Sunglasses:
The most fabulous, current sun-
glass sty les are those with extra-large
frames that help protect the delicate
skin around the eyes from skin can-
cer and aging. Sunglasses also should
have broad ultraviolet (UV) protec-
tion that absorbs at least 99 percent of
UN’ rays for maximum cancer preven-
tion benefits.
Loggings:
Leggings have now become a runway
staple and can go under dresses and
tunics even in hot weather because
they aren't as heavy as pants. They are
a groat wav to defend legs from IJVA
and UVB favs while running errands
or at an outdoor barbeque.
“Women have a tendency to develop
skin cancer on their legs at a much
higher rate than men, Chon said,
“'lliis is probably due to more sun
exposure over time from wearing
bathing suits, shorts and skirts.
Long Drosses:
Another leg-saving fashion trend
that is extremely popular on the run-
wavs for spring/summer 2009 is the
move from “mini" to “maxi, long
dresses are every where, and are being
worn for day and night.
Huts:
Modern, wide-brimmed sun hats
shield the lace, neck, ears and chest
from the sun. This season on the mn-
vvav. the bigger the brim, the better!
Sun lulls also should be tightly
woven If the hat of choice is strayv.be
sure the sun isn't peeking through by
holding the hat over the ground and
looking at the shadow, it casts, the
shadow is speckled with light, think
about investing in a new one.
Tunic l ops:
DARS sponsor genealogy workshop
The Anne Pettits Shelburne Chapter
of Daughters of the American
Revolution sponsored a genealogy
workshop Saturday, May 30, 2009,
in the Rotan 1S1) LRC. Sue Mercer
Thompson presented a most infor-
mative session, entitled Genealogy:
The Process to Prove Lineage. She
gave a detailed requirements of what
is required by DAR, Colonial Dames
XVII Center, Sons of the American
Revolution, United Daughters of the
Confederacy, War of 1912, and the
Mayflower Society. Every organiza-
tion required lineage to start with
person making application. Use
file folders to keep yourself orga-
nized, generation bv generation. It
is imperative that you keep original
documents in a safe place other than
the file folders. She cautions partici-
pants to never mail your only copy to
anyone. As you prove a generation,
transfer documents to acetate sheets
and into notebooks.
Birth certificates started in 1930.
There is a tremendous amount of
information on the birth certificate.
Death certificates from 1930 forward
will also prove birth. Social security
records started after 1933. Other pos-
sible sources are CENSUS AFTER
1850 , Bible prior to 1930, pensions,
court documents. A special HINT she
gave yvas that the 1930 census will
give your parents as children; 1850
will possibly give you a strong indica-
tion of where your family originated.
Her handout included documents
to help you prove death, marriage,
where settled, service to our country.
She cautioned participants to be cau-
tious about the Internet. Ancestor,
com and Heritage quest are two good
sources she uses. Anyone wishing
to read her handouts needs to see
a DAR member that attended the
workshop. They are Dot Harris, Ellen
Gruben, and Pat Ilamric.
Did your ancestor take part in any
of these American Wars? Bacon's
Rebellion, Colonial Wars 1689-
1763, Pontiac's Rebellion 1763-1765,
American Revolution 1775-1783,
Indian Wars 1790-1811, War of
1812 1812-1815, Mexican War 1846-
1848, Civil War 1861-1865, Spanish
American War 1898, World War I
1915-1918. This information could
prove up possible early military ser-
vice.
Otherhandouts included Population
Census Items, Summary of state-wide
census losses, 1790-1820, and Online
Sources. She cautions participated
to proceed carefully on the online
sources. Many require payments.
Regent Linda Laurie supplied the
DAR application form and brochure
as how to fill out each line.
After a sack lunch and visiting,
Sue spent the afternoon proof read-
ing materials participants had with
them, correcting some, and making
suggestions as how to complete each
part.
Participants were Judy Baugh,
Susan Weatherman, Cindye Fryar,
Pat Ilamric, Dot Harris, Marilyn
Threlkeld, Erma Daniel, Ellen
Gruben, Nan Arnett, Aurora Nowlin,
Ruth Ann Kisser, Joe R. Trayhan,
Bobbie Polk McKinley, Lois Shipp
Moore, Sue Mercer Thompson.
Pet Talk: Animal Influenza
Pretty, “boho" style beach cover-ups
with king sleeves are a great way to
save a person's skin from being over
exposed in a teeny-bikini. Tunic tops
are not only perfect on the beach but
also can transition from day to night
when worn with the right accessories,
like chunky bracelets, necklaces and
belts!
“When you’re at the beach, any extra
help von can get is great," Choii said.
"Continue to wear sunscreen, but .111
additional cover-up is essential, espe-
cially anything that has long sleeves."
Scarves:
Summery shawls and scarves in
lightweight fabrics are back again this
season! Starlets even where are wear-
ing them, and they keep often forgot-
ten spots, such as the hack of the neck
and delicate decolletage, safe from
harm. Even men can get in on this
skin-sax ing trend.
“Women are usually pretty good
about applying sunscreen to their
face, but generally forget their necks
and the V of their chests,” Chon said.
“A light scarf is a great way to cover
neglected skin that gets a lot of sun
exposure during summer months.”
One Piece Bathing Suits:
While bathing suits are not known
for providing much in the way of
coverage, the new trend of one-piece
bathing suits gives skin on the stom-
ach an extra layer of protection. One-
piece suits also provide more cover-
age of the lower back, an area often
missed while applying sunscreen.
Maximize clothing’s sun pro-
tection power
“There arc certain colors and fabrics
that will offer more protection than
others," Chon said.
To maximize clothing's skin can-
cer prevention powers, wear tightly
woven, dark-colored fabrics. A simple
way to test a tee’s UV level is to hold
it lip to a light bulb. If the light is vis-
ible through the shirt, it probably isn't
offering the maximum protection.
“You don't need to wear special
UI’F clothing to get extra protection,
just wear a sunscreen with SIM; 15 or
higher under layers," Chon said. “It
is absolutely possible to be fashion
conscious niul protect yourself from
the sun. The trends on the runway
tliis year offer more coverage. We love
that!”
No matter what you wear, it’s
important to always apply sunscreen
and seek shade whenever possible.
However, for the days that you do
choose to have fun in the sun, you
can look your best and play it safe
by wearing sun-protective clothing.
Anyone feel like shopping?
For additional information, visit
www.nidanderson.org/focused.
The recent emergence and spread
of the Swine Flu virus, also known as
H1N1, has affected people through-
out the world. From school closings
to cancelled vacations, the Swine Flu
has caused a lot of concern. These
concerns have led many to take
extended precautions for themselves,
their spouses and their children. But
what, if anv, precautions should be
taken for the furry members of our
families? The II1N1 strain max not
affect our animals in the way that it
does humans, but similar type A flu
viruses can affect our pets.
In 2005, the first cases of the
canine influenza virus were report-
ed in Florida and have since spread
throughout the countrv. The virus is
a mutant of the H3N8 equine influ-
enza virus and is a contagious respi-
ratory disease that may mirror signs
of kennel cough, including sneezing,
coughing and fever.
"Nearly one-hundred percent of
dogs that come in contact with the
virus become infected, regardless of
age or vaccination historv because
the virus is new to them,'' says Dr.
Deb Zoran, an associate professor
and Chief of Small Animal Internal
Medicine at Texas A&M University
College of Veterinary Medicine &
Biomedical Sciences (CVM). "Of
those infected, an estimated twenty
percent of dogs will show 110 signs of
the disease.”
“Of the eightx percent of dogs that
exhibit clinical signs, the majority
will have only mild signs of respira-
tory illness," explains Zoran. “In
most dogs, the clinical signs include
a low-grade fever, nasal discharge
and a persistent cough that could
last up to three weeks. I11 dogs that
develop severe signs of illness, the
clinical signs include a high lexer,
increased respiratory rates with diffi-
culty breathing and other indications
of viral pneumonia."
The testing results for the virus
cannot be obtained uuicklv, as the
diagnosis of canine influenza is made
by sending samples for testing to
a laboratory .11 Cornell University
for PCR of the virus. As ,1 result,
your veterinarian max suggest that
your dog be quarantined away from
other dogs to prevent the possible
spread of this respirator} virus to
other canines.
Fortunately, most cases can be
treated with symptomatic or sup-
portive care, including fluid support,
antiviral therapy, bronchodilators
and, if needed, oxygen. If you believe
your pet has contracted the virus, it
is important to contact your veteri-
narian.
“As is the case in any viral infection,
antibiotics arc not helpful unless the
infection is so severe that secondary
bacterial pneumonia is suspected,’
notes Zoran. “Fortunately, treatment
even in the most severe!} affected
dogs has been successful in about
ninety-five percent of cases. The key
is early diagnosis and treatment, so
if your canine is showing signs of ill
ness, such as a decreased appetite,
lethargy, fever or a cough, it is impor-
tant to contact your veterinarian lor
further evaluation. Your veterinarian
is best qualified to make a diagnosis
and to provide advice tor earing tor
anv dogs affected with the \ inis.
There is currentlx no vaccine for
this virus and the disease continues
to affect dogs throughout the coun-
trx. The best method of protection is
to keep your animal companion away
from infected dogs.
Cat owners have fewer flu concerns,
as felines appear not to be susceptible
to the class Type A flu viruses and
do not develop classic flu symptoms.
Cats have their own versions of respi-
rator} viruses, but these viruses are
not influenza viruses. However, the
same cannot be said for birds, which
can be just as susceptible to contract-
ing influenza as our canine friends.
"Avian influenza is a contagious
bird disease,” says Dr. Sharman
Hoppes, an avian specialist at Texas
N&M University College of Veterinary
Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. “It
is usually only infectious to birds,
but can occasionally infect pigs and
people. The disease is most common
m waterfowl and is often an asymp-
tomatic infection in ducks.”
Similar to the canine influenza
virus, there are two levels of severity
observed in the avian flu.
"There are two main forms of dis-
ease: a low virulence form and a high
virulence form," explains Hoppes.
"The low pathogenic form may mani-
fest as ruffled feathers and a drop
in egg production. The high patho-
genic form can cause respiratory and
gastrointestinal signs and sometimes
lead to death.”
While uncommon, it is possible for
avian influenza to spread to people.
However, this usually occurs only if
the indiv idual is in very close contact
with an infected bird.
“It an individual is infected with
a\ ian influenza, he or she can actu-
allx become quite sick and the dis-
ease can often progress to pneumonia
or death." cautions Hoppes. “Avian
influenza is much more serious when
it crosses over to humans because
most people do not have immunity to
the disease. Fortunately, avian flulias
not been transmitted from person to
person like the swine flu. However,
one of the concerns of avian influenza
is that it will mutate and develop into
a disease that could transmit from
person to person.”
At this time, it is highly unlikely
that your pet bird will contract avian
influenza, but in the event that vour
feathered-friend becomes sick, care
is available.
“While unlikely that vour pet parrot
will develop avian influenza, it could
be possible if you have pet poultry or
waterfowl, as they are more likely to
contract the disease," says Hoppes.
"If vour pet bird does get sick, it is
more likely to be the low pathogenic
form and supportive care is available.
The best wav to prevent your bird
from contracting avian influenza is
to minimize their contact with water-
fowl and poultry.”
Both the canine influenza virus and
the avian influenza disease can cause
detrimental health problems in your
pet. but knowing the warning signs
and taking proper precautions could
save both you and your companion
the worries of influenza.
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