Nurses meet The fifth annual meeting of the League of the Visiting Nurse Association Home Health Services was held recently. Shown here are, from left, first row, Marian Uhl, Kingston, vice-president; Minerva Baiz, Forty Fort, president. Second row, Olive Phillips, Dallas, treasurer; Karen Brown, Dallas, recording secretary; and Nancy Brown, Dallas, correspond- ing secretary. New board members elected to fill expired terms include Patricia Dranchak, Dallas; Shirley Forney, Shavertown; Betty Killian, Nanticoke; Joan McCulloch, Nobody likes being overweight. Most people want to lose weight to look better. But there are other reasons for losing weight. If you’re overweight, you are five times more likely to get diabetes than your slender friends. In fact, your chances of developing diabetes double with every 20 percent of excess body weight. About 70 per- cent of all adult-onset diabetics are overweight. For the overweight diabetic, losing weight is not just a matter of looking good. It can be a matter of life and death. Obesity increases the body’s resistance to insulin, a chem- cial needed by the body to convert foods to energy. Losing weight can often result in reversal of the dis- ease and reduction in serious com- plications such as heart attacks, blindness and Kidney disease. There are two types of diabetes. Type I is mroe severe and appears suddenly in childhood or young adulthood. Type I must be treated with insulin. However, Type II dia- betes, which occurs in adulthood, can often be treated by diet alone, or diet and oral medication. Many overweight Type II diabet- ics who require insulin would not longer need it if they lost weight. Most obese diabetics who take oral medication could reduce or elimi- nate their medication if they achieved normal body weight. Any diabetic knows that freedom from insulin and medication is a dream come true. A word of caution: never stop taking insulin or prescribed medica- tions without a physician’s approval. If you are diabetic and overweight, ask your doctor or dieti- tian for a weight loss plan. He or she will probably estimate the calo- ries you need to maintain weight, subtract some calories from your daily food plan, and make an effort to include the foods you like. ; Don’t be tempted to try fad diets, formula diets or fasting; follow a plan approved by your physician or dietitian. Combine your meal plan with an exercise program. Exercise can reduce blood sugar levels and help you lose weight. Choose an exercise that you will enjoy and continue for a lifetime. Finally, if you are overweight, you should know that you are at greater risk for diabetes. : Officers installed Officers of the Nesbitt Memorial Hospital Auxiliary were recently installed at the annual spring luncheon meeting attended by more than 200 auxilians. Entertainment was provided by Mrs. Betty Swithers, sollist. Orpheus Choral Society and St. John’s Lutheran Church, Nanticoke. Mrs. Swithers was accompanied by Ellen Swithers. Newly elected to the Executive Board were Betty Roarty, president; Cindi Taylor, president-elect; Arlene Lorah, vice president; Angela Kelly, secretary; Ruth Wilson, treasurer; Marcella Gibbon, assistant secretary treasurer. Rural Branch officers are Edie Shupp, president; Doris Bedford, 1st vice president; Mary Adams, secretary; and Verna Weaver, treasurer. The new officers on the Shavertown Branch are Pauline Clewell, president; Margaret Goodwin, 1st vice president; Frances Perrego, 2nd vice president; Ruth Bottoms, secretary; and Marion Stookey, treasurer. Branch presidents, from left, are Pauline Clewell, Shavertown; Elsie Ellis, Forty Fort; Doris Dallas; and Wanda Thomas, Harveys Lake. Mrs. Betty The Humane Society of the United States reminds readers that leaving a pet dog or cat in a parked car can be a deadly mistake. On a warm day the temperature in a car can reach 160 degrees in a matter of minutes - even with the windows left partially open. If your pet does become over- heated get him into the shade and take these emergency steps. Apply cold towels to the head, neck and chest. Let him lick ice cubes or ice cream not unlimited amounts of water. Get your dog to the veterinarian immediately. For a happy and safe summer, leave your pet at home when it is hot! . Visit hospital Brownie Troop 640 of Lehman recently went on a tour of Nesbitt Memorial Hospital. The girls made get-well cards and passed them out to the patients at the hospital. Shown here, from left, are Alison Stubb, Jennifer Brewer, Adrienne Miroslaw, Kim Gaylord, Becky Sutton, and Winter Rusiloski. A specialist in Physical Medi- cine and Rehabilitation, Dr. Raftis is Board Certified. Most recently, Dr. Raftis the Rehabilitation Unit at De- sert Hospital in Palm Springs, California. Previously, he held the positions of Assistant Medi- cal Director at John Heinz Insti- tute, Wilkes-Barre, and Physia- trist at the George T. Walters Institute of Rehabilitation in Scranton. A graduate of Georgetown University School of Medicine, Dr. Raftis completed his reside York City. bilitation, sports medicine, and tal rehabilitation. hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 4:0 Linden Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA. | JOHN T. RAFTIS, M.D. ncy in Rehabilitation Medi- non-operative musculoskete- 0 p.m. Monday thru Friday. HEALTH FOR EVERYONE Your chiropractor is specially skilled in the techniques of spinal adjustments and knowledgeable in the prevention of spinal problems. It you suffer from either acute or chronic back pain, you should seek professional help. Chiropractic adjustments can restore joint mobility and function and relieve pressure on pain-sensitive struc- tures. The benefits of chiropractic care are good health, a normal functioning body, and the oppor- tunity to enjoy life. Call today for that all-important chiropractic appointment and start yourself on the road to good health. DR. JOHN WANYO MEDICARE, MEDICAL ASSISTANCE AND MOST MAJOR INSURANCES ACCEPTED 71 MAIN STREET LUZERNE 387 N. MAIN STREET WILKES-BARRE FOR APPOINTMENT CALL 829-2999 .- 288-0629 That's right. It just Our new family-ori- in mind. The warm. Esther Wilson, Only in fairy tales can couples live happily ever after without cling to storybook beliefs that can poison even the most magical mar- riages. Here are some menacing myths as reported in the April ‘Reader’s Digest’: — Romantic love makes a good marriage. The monotony of married life has extinguished many a flame. Necessities to any longtime union are kindness, consideration, com- munication, adjustment to each ? other’s habits, joint participation in several activities, consensus on values, and respect. — Husbands and wives should do everything together. Many people feel guilty about going anywhere without their partners, but there should be some separateness to allow individual growth and pri- vacy. Couples should spend 20 or 25 percent of their time apart. — Good spouses should make their partners happy. No one can assume responsibility for another person’s feelings. isn't the same because Mercy recognizes the growing demand by pro- spective parents for more personalized, family- centered maternity care. And that's exactly why we've recently opened ing facilities. We're proud of the work we've accomplished and we hope that you will be foo! ented birthing rooms and maternity care were specially designed to enhance the involvement and enjoyment of each and every couple when they choose to come to Mercy for the birth of their baby. 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