People concerned about their cancer risk may find that switching their diets can do a world of good. Certain foods may reduce cancer risk, according to various cancer experts, including the MD Anderson Cancer Center. In addition, some foods might increase a person’s risk of developing cancer. Knowing what to put on the table come breakfast, lunch and dinner can go a long way … [Read more...]
Got drugs? Turn in your unused or expired medication for safe disposal
On Saturday, October 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office and local police departments will be participating in the National Drug Take Back Day! This is a free service and is an easy way of disposing your unwanted, expired medications and prescription drugs. This is a great and important public service event because it helps prevent the potential of … [Read more...]
Red Cross calls for winter heroes to host blood drives and save lives Looming shortfall of blood drives could impair patient care
Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. To help meet the constant demand for lifesaving blood donations and prevent blood shortages this winter, the American Red Cross is urging individuals and organizations to be winter heroes by hosting a blood drive. Right now, the Red Cross needs about 6,500 additional groups across the country to host blood drives in December, … [Read more...]
Give hope to cancer patients by giving blood with the Red Cross
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – the perfect time to give blood or platelets to support cancer patients and others. Anna Gwinnup, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer in September 2017. Within weeks, it advanced to stage 2, forcing her to undergo a double mastectomy, chemotherapy and multiple surgeries, which required blood … [Read more...]
Rattlesnake Jubilee wrap-up
By Karla Bloem Being scared of something isn’t fun. The goal of the Rattlesnake Jubilee held September 15 in Houston was to educate people and reduce fear of rattlesnakes. This, in turn, is good for the snakes because they aren’t killed out of fear and it’s good for humans, too, since they are less likely to be bitten if they leave rattlesnakes alone. Being bitten by a timber … [Read more...]
Harmony bloodmobile exceeds goal by four units
The blood drive held in Harmony on September 18, 2018, succeeded in collecting 48 units of blood which was four over their goal. There were 49 donors that presented and one first-time participant. Congratulations to these 10 donors who reached the following milestones: KatieAnn E. Hershberger, one gallon; Mary Hershberger (Dennis), three gallons; Mary Hershberger (Harvey), … [Read more...]
Free workshop offered for those living with chronic conditions
Catholic Charities of Southern MN will be offering a Living Well with Chronic Conditions Workshop series beginning September 11 at the Harmony Community Center, 225 3rd Ave. NW in Harmony. Living Well with Chronic Conditions is a FREE six-week program designed by Stanford University for people who have chronic conditions, or live with someone who does. A chronic condition is … [Read more...]
Help kids kick cancer by giving blood with the Red Cross
During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month this September, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood to support kids, teens and young adults battling cancer, as well as others in need of transfusions. According to the National Cancer Institute, more than 15,000 children and adolescents in the U.S. are diagnosed with cancer each year. Childhood cancer … [Read more...]
Bloodmobile coming to Harmony on September 18
Harmony will be hosting a bloodmobile at the Harmony Community Center from 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 18, 2018. All donors will be required to provide identification before donating, so please remember your donor card or driver’s license. Donors are encouraged to use RapidPass, redcrossblood.org/RapidPass, which is a tool that allows the donor to complete the reading and … [Read more...]
Little Huskers invade Willow Park
As part of the annual Ag Days in Spring Valley, the Little Huskers 1K Run has attracted throngs of young athletes from the local area and beyond, and that was certainly the case again on August 8. This year marked the sixth annual Little Huskers event, and the weather was ideal. The kids’ run is held in Willow Park, following the conclusion of the 6K run. The 1K is for … [Read more...]