A tumor in the brain isn't like tumors in other parts of your body. It has limited room for growth because of the skull. This means that a growing tumor can squeeze vital parts of the brain and lead to serious health problems. Learning about the possible symptoms of brain tumors can help you know when to tell a doctor about them.A tumor is an abnormal mass of cells. When most normal cells grow old or get ...
You're feeling pretty lousy. You've got sniffles, sneezing, and a sore throat. Is it a cold, flu, or allergies? It can be hard to tell them apart because they share so many symptoms. But understanding the differences will help you choose the best treatment.?If you know what you have, you won't take medications that you don't need, that aren't effective, or that might even make your symptoms worse,? says NIH's ...
Kendall and Marjorie Neil of Washington will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Oct. 12, 2017.Kendall is the son of Chester and Beulah Neil, formerly of Mount Union. Marjorie is the daughter of Willard and Vera Poore, formerly of Winfield, then Mount Pleasant. Kendall and his siblings have all celebrated their 60th anniversaries.Kendall and Marjorie are the parents of five children: Craig Neil and wife ...
The Washington Community School administrators and guidance staff took time to converse in Spanish with Latino Parents on Thursday, Oct. 5, at the Washington Public Library during the Latino Parent Night sponsored by the school district.Administrators and staff presented district news and updates to over 30 parents in attendance.The Washington High School La Onda Multicultural Group furnished free child care ...
The Central Park Community Center held its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 10, with eight members present. President Max Cousins conducted the meeting. Minutes of the last meeting were read by secretary Nancy Kimmel and were approved. The treasurer's report was read by treasurer Barb Nelson. It was reported that bingo was doing well and a jackpot had recently been won. A donation was given to the Center. It was ...
Welcome Fall with Washington County 4-H at their 4-H Find Out booth at the Washington Farmers Market on Oct. 19. Watch for the special 4-H one-night-only booth with hands-on activities for youth exploring the arts, computer programming and healthy living/cooking ? all important areas to 4-H.Anyone interested in joining Washington County 4-H as a volunteer or member will be able to find out more about the program ...
The worship service this week looked a bit different. There was no sermon, so those in attendance enjoyed some hymns together. Beth Janecek shared her talents on the piano and the group of over 20 residents and family who attended joined in singing five or six hymns.Initiated in 2003 by the International Council on Active Aging, Active Aging Week is a weeklong campaign that celebrates the positivity of aging and ...
Tuesday Coffee Club met at Central Park Center on Oct. 3. Bess Llewellyn was the hostess with Jean Cousins assisting.Bess Llewellyn had a program on ?Remembrances? with members telling where they were born, grew up, went to school, year of marriage, children, retirement and such. It brought back interesting memories and several had pictures to go along with their story. Dorothy Weber and Sharon Niffenegger ...
Just over 1,000 cookies were baked by 4-H families, exchanged, and repackaged as Blue Ribbon Cookies plates that will w delivered throughout the county as a part the National 4-H Week celebration. This year cookies are being distributed to help advertise the events of National 4-H Week Oct. 1-7.This Blue Ribbon Cookie Buffet was designed to share one of the many talents of 4-H'ers with the county ? baking! Over ...
Healthy fruit and vegetable snacks have invaded the Mid-Prairie East second-grade classrooms this week through the Pick a Better Snack program delivered by Washington County Extension.This program is designed to motivate children to eat more fruits and vegetables in meals and snacks and to be more physically active. Each week Amy Green, 4-H/youth coordinator, visits the second-grade classrooms to talk about ...
Losing someone you love can change your world. You miss the person who has died and want them back. You may feel sad, alone, or even angry. You might have trouble concentrating or sleeping. If you were a busy caregiver, you might feel lost when you're suddenly faced with lots of unscheduled time. These feelings are normal. There's no right or wrong way to mourn. Scientists have been studying how we process grief ...
Most adults with depression might not be receiving treatment, a new study suggests. And many who do undergo treatment might not have the disorder. These findings highlight the need to deliver appropriate care for depression.Depression is a serious and common mood disorder. Symptoms include feelings of hopelessness, reduced energy, and loss of interest in hobbies or activities. Major depression is typically ...
The Washington County Historical Society Executive Board met at 9 a.m., Sept. 28, at Conger House in Washington. Five members attended. Ferd Marie was presiding officer. It was reported that the storm windows for Conger House had been installed. The last date for viewing the World War I exhibit for this year will be on Sunday, Oct. 15. The exhibit will be continued for 2018. The Historical Society is sponsoring a ...
A bake sale will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 6, and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 7, for disaster relief through Samaritan's Purse.
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