Jay Jaffee Community Presentation

Raising a teen can be tricky enough without trying to keep up with current substance abuse trends.  Find out what is happening around these issues:  synthetic drugs (marijuana & bath salts), prescription drugs, and caffeine/energy drinks.

There will be a community presentation (open to the public, free admission) on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. in the Hibbing High School auditorium.  The presenter will be Jay Jaffee, Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Prevention Coordinator, MN Department of Health.  Jay has been the coordinator for 17 years.  Prior to joining the state, he worked in substance abuse prevention in schools and communities.

This event is sponsored by the Hibbing Chemical Health Advisory Committee, Fairview Range and ISD 701.  If you need more information contact Cheryl at 218-312-3012.

Exercise Will Help Sore Knees

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says exercise may actually help strengthen aching knees, reducing stress on the joints and helping to alleviate pain.

Read more at MedlinePlus.

Skeleton and Brain Dip

Kraft Foods offers this fun way to get kids excited about eating their vegetables:

What you need:

1/2 leaf lettuce leaf

1 cup light Ranch Dressing

4 cups assorted cut-up fresh vegetables (red and yellow bell pepper strips, cucumber slices, snow peas, mushroom slices, celery sticks, carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, broccoli florets, cauliflower florets).

Make it:

Line half of small bowl with lettuce for the skeleton's hair; fill with dressing.  Place at one end of large tray or baking sheet for the skeleton's head.

Arrange vegetables on tray to resemble skeleton's body.

For nutritional information and more recipes go to Kraft foods



Healthy Cooking Classes

Hibbing Community College Culinary Arts Professionals are presenting an evening of hands-on healthy cooking.  Learn about healthy food choices and how best to prepare foods that are high in nutrition and low in calories/fat.

This class is the first of a series of monthly healthy cooking classes.  Each month, prepare a healthy appetizer, entree, or side dish feauring new seasonings, herbs, and a variety of methods of preparation.

The first session will be held Thursday, November 10th from 6 to 8 p.m. in the culinary arts kitchen.  Class size is limited to 12.  The cost is $29 per person.

To Regiser call Denise (218-362-5905).

Sign up early and bring your apron and your appetite.

Overzealous Parents, Coaches Take the Fun From Kids' Sports: MedlinePlus

It is great when children are able to take part in organized sports programs. Remember not to ruin the fun of the activity. For more information see:

Overzealous Parents, Coaches Take the Fun From Kids' Sports: MedlinePlus

Perk'ing Up: MedlinePlus Health News Video

A growing body of research shows that coffee drinkers, compared to non coffee drinkers are:

less likely to have type 2 diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and dementia 

have fewer cases of certain cancers, heart rhythm problems, and strokes

There is definitely more good news than bad news about coffee. Get more details at MedlinePlus.

Perk'ing Up: MedlinePlus Health News Video

Food Variety and Your Health: MedlinePlus Health News Video

Here's an interesting health fact: An adult's large intestine is about five feet long, and experts have found that cancers grow differently depending on where they pop up in the organ. A new study from the Journal of the American Dietetic Association finds that different fruits and vegetables may help reduce the risk of colon cancer in particular locations.

See MedlinePlus Health News for more details.

Food Variety and Your Health: MedlinePlus Health News Video

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Join the fight against the disease that will affect 1 in 8 women every year by checking out the resources from USA.gov.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

National Cholesteral Education Month

September is National Cholesterol Education Month and a great time to get your levels checked and take steps to maintain a healthy number.  For information on this fat like substance found in your body and why you need to pay attention go to the CDC feature page on cholesteral.

If you are looking for great heart healthy recipes visit the library.  You will be able to check out a variety of cookbooks.

Eat Well Live Well with High Cholesterol: Low Cholesterol Recipes and Tips by Karen Kingham.

Located in 641.563847.

Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook: Heart Healthy, Easy-to-Make Recipes That Taste Great by The American Heart Association.


Located in 641.5.

Lifestyle Changes May Prevent Heart Failure: MedlinePlus

Watching your weight, not smoking, exercising and eating your veggies top the list of changes that you can make in your life that just may help you live longer.

Read about the threat of heart disease and what you can do to combat it at:

Lifestyle Changes May Prevent Heart Failure: MedlinePlus

September is Whole Grains Month

The Whole Grains Council celebrates during the month of September.  They remind everyone that eating healthy is not a all or nothing deal.  Every little healthy change in your diet is good.

During September try these little baby steps to getting more whole grain in your diet:

• Serve brown rice instead of potatoes with dinner one night this month.
• Try a new breakfast cereal with at least 16 grams of whole grain per serving.
• Buy some whole-wheat pasta and try it.
• Make pizza for the kids with whole wheat pita as the crust.
• Make our favorite cookies with whole wheat flour next time instead of white.
• Serve hamburgers with whole wheat buns this week.

For more great ideas go the the Whole Grains Council website.

For Men Only

The 10th annual "Men's Wellness Night" is bing held on Monday, October 3, 2011 at the Memorial Building.  This event is an evening filled with educational topics geared to men of all ages.  It includes free helath screenings, free flu shots, dinner, and door prizes.

The keynote speaker for the evening will be UMD head Hockey Coach, Scott Sandelin.  The topic of his speech will be, "Take charge of your future - determination, focus and hard work make for a winning combination".

Registration is necessary as space is limited.  Please register and pay ($10.00) by Wednesday, September 28th. 

To register by phone, call:

218-362-6665 or 888-870-8626 ext. 6665

To register online, go to:

www.range.fairview.org

Please mail registration fees payable to UMCM to:

Cheryl Bisping, RN-Community Health Outreach

Fairview University Medical Center-Mesabi

1200 East 25th Street, Suite 110

Hibbing, MN  55746

This event is sponsored by Central Mesabi Medical Foundation, Fairview University Medical Center-Mesabi, Miller Creek Medical Clinic, a St. Luke's Clinic, and Fairview Mesaba Clinic.

Face it - athletic shoes wear out even when they are not used every day.  They may still look pretty decent and even feel comfortable but may not be providing support you foot needs for exercise.  The investment in new shoes will be worth it if it helps to prevent aches, pains, and even more serious injury. 

How do you know when it is time to replace your athletic shoes?  Read this article by the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine for some great tips.  

Project Care

Health Outreach and Access
Free Clinic

Are you or someone you know in need of medical attention and cannot afford or do not have adequate health care coverage? Project Care may be able to accommodate those needs. For more information call the main office (218) 263-8549.

Hibbing Clinic

Monday & Thursday

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

3112 6^th Ave East

Ely Clinic

First & Third Tuesday of each month

5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

232 W. Sheridan Street

Grand Rapids

First & Third Tuesday of each month

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

613 1^st Ave NW

PICTURE ID REQUIRED * WALK IN BASIS

There shall be no discrimination based on gender, birth, race, native and social origin, religious belief or political opinion. Nobody shall be discriminated against because of disability.

Flex Away Diabetes: MedlinePlus Health News Video

Diabetes, a chronic disease, is caused by high levels of sugar in the blood. Researchers have recently advised that building muscle may be an effective way to fight diabetes. Watch this Medline Plus video for additional information.

Flex Away Diabetes: MedlinePlus Health News Video

If your a beginnner at weight training and need some basic information

is available at the library in 613.7.



Regular Exercise Boosts the Brain, Too: MedlinePlus

It should not come as a surprise that regular exercise and activity not only keeps your body moving and healthier but it also keeps your brain more alert. This is true for both adults and children. As your kids get ready to go back to the class room, remember that they still need time to play and run. If they get exercise they will feel more ready to learn in school.

Check out this Medline article for information on the study that links exercise and brain health. Also click on the link on the right side of the article for more information on children and exercise.

Regular Exercise Boosts the Brain, Too: MedlinePlus

Healthy grocery shopping: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

If you buy healthy foods - you will eat healthy foods.

Healthy grocery shopping: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

Healthy Snacks

Fruits and vegetables are good choices for healthy snacks. They are full of vitamins and low in calories and fat. Some crackers and cheeses also make good snacks.
Some examples of healthy snacks are:

• Apples (dried or cut into wedges)
• Bananas
• Raisins
• Fruit leather (dried fruit puree)
• Carrots (regular carrots cut into strips, or baby carrots )
• Snap peas (the pods are edible)
• Nuts (but not too many)
• Dry cereal (if sugar is not listed as one of the first 2 ingredients)
• Pretzels
• String cheese
• 1/3 cup of grape nuts with 4 ounces of nonfat plain vanilla yogurt
• 8 ounce low-fat or nonfat yogurt
• Toasted English muffin with jelly
• Dozen baked potato chips
• Air popped popcorn
• 1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes
• 1/4 cup hummus, 3 carrot sticks
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds in shell

Your Health Priorities Tool

It is important to share details about your life with your doctor.  It is more likely that the best treatment for you and your lifestyle will be prescribed.  Get your "Health Priorities Snapshop" ready before your next visit.  Fill out the "Health Priorities" questionaire on the Department of Health and Human Services website.

Hey kids, is that broccoli in your casserole?: MedlinePlus

Hiding vegetables in your kids spaghetti is considered "recipe improvement" by researchers. Read this MedlinePlus article about sneaking greens into your kids' diet.

Hey kids, is that broccoli in your casserole?: MedlinePlus