OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH THOSE

WHO ARE ILL OR HAVE LOST A LOVED ONE

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Elizabeth Gayle broke her hip last week and is at Johnston Willis Hospital.

Brother Governor Bob Ishkanian’ wife, Kay, fell ill while at the Moose International convention in Memphis, Tennessee. She spent a few days in the hospital and is now recuperating at home.

Brother Jack Beck, Moose Legion 148 President, was hospitalized last week after returning from the Memphis convention. He is home trying to relax and get back to the normal busy person he is.  

Regional Manager Brother Matt Grove was hospitalized last week. I have been unable obtain any details on his present condition.

Brother Warren N. Williams is in Chippenham Hospital.

Brother Dorsey (Doc) Williams is having surgery on Thursday

That’s all I have. I apologize if I have inadvertently missed any one.

I wish to thank all brothers and ladies for your calls and emails. Special thanks to Vic I Sue Eyes are Blue (V. Carter) for her continuous support; your help makes my job much easier.      

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PLEASE REPORT ALL SICKNESS AND DISTRESS TO:

Manchester Lodge Office             :           (804)794-4318

Call or Email me at                         :           (804)241-3150 casuno43@yahoo.com

Heat Defense Tips

Do not risk a heat related illness or injury; remember that the best defense is prevention. Here are a couple of prevention tips. (Published by the CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

·                     Regardless of your level of activity you need to drink more fluids (non-alcoholic). Do not wait until you are thirsty to get something to drink. Do not drink liquids that contain alcohol or large sugar content as they can cause you to loose more body fluid. Also avoid very cold drinks because they can cause stomach cramps. If your doctor limits the amount of liquids you can drink or if you are on water pills, ask him how much you should drink when the weather is hot. 

·                     Wear lightweight, light-colored loose-fitting clothing.

·                     Never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle.

·                     Stay indoors in an air-conditioned place, if possible. If your home does not have air conditioning, go to a mall or public library. Call your local health department to find out if there are heat-relief shelters in your area.

·                     Visit adults at risk at least twice a day and closely watch them for signs of exhaustion or heat stroke. Infants and young children need much more frequent watching.

·                     Electric fans may provide some comfort, but when the temperature is in the high 90’s, fans will not prevent heat related illness. Taking a cool shower or bath, or moving to an air-conditioned place is a much better way to cool off.

If you must be out in the heat

·                     Limit you outdoor activity to morning and evening hours

·                     Cut down on exercise and if you must exercise drink plenty of cool water every hour.

·                     Try to rest often in shady areas

·                     Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and putting on sunscreen SPF 15 or higher.