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10 UCAtTU/'iBC OlilfNC aaa<« LYME DISEASE Lyme Disease an Autumn Concern, Too ■4b* Bl.it imhmh, faßtale m*it nyttsfrfe &trv» mmmmmmm Mm* $*M Tk\ {t\Mbtytnmm* amttk#*mm) ' — jl—^ ~ * mmmm Dog Tick ( i>rrmmralor variahitu) This chart shows you the actual size of the different types of ticks compared to a dime. This explains why it can be so difficult to notice one, so always have someone else check your head, back and other hard-to-gef-to places after be ing outdoors where ticks are prevalent. (MS) - Amid crisp, autumn days, many people revel in the warmer weather that peeks through from time to time. As the climate continues to change, many areas of the world have witnessed GROUPS / CLASSES cm attack and how to perform CPR and the Heimlich maneuver. All participants will receive the American Heart Course C certificate. Class size is limited. Pre registration is required. Call 923-9771. When: Saturday, September 29th from 9am - lpm Where: Houston Health Pavilion EduCare Center Cost: $35 in advance (includes course book) Must prepay at Educare Department. above-average temperatures through the fall and into winter. While this is a boon to outdoor enthusiasts, it can also be a downfall. That’s because warm temperatures can also raise the risk of Medical Classes/Programs Offered By HOUSTON HEALTHCARE • AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CPR Learn how to recognize a heart • ASTHMA EDUCATION Asthma education is recognized as a vital part of asthma management. AsthmatiCare can help you take charge of your asthma. For more information on this free program, call Vicky Alexander, RN, FNP-C, at 923-9771 or Cindy Ireland at 988-1688. DIABETES I program specifically for adults with diabetes who would like to learn more about the correct times and methods for exercising in relation to diet and medication. The program is administered by a team of nurses, exercise physiologists and a certified diabetes educator. A dietitian is also available for one-on-one consultations with each participant. Call 923-1731 for Lyme disease. Lyme disease is the most common insect-borne ailment in America, indicates research. Roughly 20,000 cases are diagnosed each year, with many others going undetected. Most people know that Lyme disease travels via the deer tick. What many do not know is the disease is found in bacterium called Borrelia burgdorferi that is found in the tick’s digestive system. Because deer ticks thrive in warmer weather, says the American Lyme Disease Foundation, the longer the temperature stays above 30 F, the greater the risk for deer tick contact and Lyme disease. In the spring and summer, deer ticks are in their extremely small nymphal stage. In the autumn they grow into slightly larger adults and can transmit Lyme disease when they attach to unsuspecting pets or people. The female ticks generally are very hungry at this time, attempting to fuel the growth of eggs for the following season. When the disease is present in the body it can cause a variety of symptoms, most notably a flu-like weariness and a bull’s-eye-shaped red rash. Some people do not experience any symptoms, which can be very dangerous. That’s because, if left untreated, Lyme disease can cause heart problems, arthritis, meningitis, and inflammation of the brain. The most common course of treatment is antibiotics over a period of weeks or months, depending upon severity. Keep an Eye Out for Ticks Because of their small size, deer ticks are often masters of attaching to victims without notice. But there are steps • DIABETES EXERCISE PROGRAM An exercise more information and program fees. VIET DIETS Taught by Sandra Brenner, RD, PhD, CDE, this class is for individuals who have been prescribed a specified diet by a physician. Call 923-9771 for schedule of classes and to pre-register. Please state type of diet when registering. Diet Related Dise€ises Sandra Brenner, RD, PhD, CDE, and Lynn Cochran, RN, CDE, will present a different “diet-related disease” each quarter. Examples include diverticulitis, celiac disease, kidney disease, liver disease, pancreatitis, and more. Information on the physiology SUPPLEMENT TO THE HOUSTON HOME JOURNAL (]j ‘ J|, 1 A deer tick, the carrier of Lyme Disease, the most common insect-borne ailment in the United States to take to help limit the possibility of contracting ticks. • Wear light-colored clothing when frequenting areas known to contain ticks. Long pants tucked into socks or boots and long-sleeved shirts are recommended. • Use a tick repellent spray. • Inspect all areas of the body, especially behind the knees, behind ears, the neck, and the groin for ticks. They are often attracted to warm areas of the body. • Avoid tall grass and wooded areas. • Use a flea and tick repellent on pets so they don’t bring ticks into the house. • DIET INSTRUCTION FOR SPECIAL of the disease and the related diet will be presented. Food served will also be food recommended for that particular disease/condition. Do not miss this new program! Congestive Heart Failure When: Thursday, September 20 at 12 noon Where: Houston Health Pavilion EduCare Center Call 923-9771 to pre-register. CAKCtK | Join Houstop Healthcare for our annual prostate cancer awareness luncheon. Dr. Melvin Fussell, urologist, Sm CLASSES, f§. 20 • ANNUAL PROSTATE CANCER LUNCHEON