Common triggers for headaches
Headaches can be a nuisance unlike any other. When suffering from headache, it’s not uncommon for individuals to experience difficulty concentrating and many people also find it hard to sleep.
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Six inducted into Alpha Chi at Peru State College
Six Peru State College students were recently inducted into the Nebraska Delta Chapter of Alpha Chi. The Alpha Chi National Honor Society was founded in 1922 to recognize and promote academic excellence among college and university students of all disciplines, to encourage a spirit of service and leadership, and to nurture the elements of character that make scholarship effective for good.
Ernst, Grassley to host virtual open house for service academy applicants
U.S. Senators Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) will host a U.S. Service Academy Virtual Open House on the evenings of Monday, May 2 and Tuesday, May 3. This will be an opportunity for Iowa students and their families to learn more about the five military service academies including the application and nomination processes.
What does the thyroid gland do?
Estimates indicate that roughly 200 million people across the globe have thyroid disease. That figure undoubtedly raises an eyebrow, and it also may spark curiosity regarding just what the thyroid does. According to the American Thyroid Association, the butterfly-shaped thyroid gland is responsible for producing thyroid hormones. The gland is normally located in the lower front of the neck and the hormones it produces are carried to every tissue in the body. Those hormones help the body perform various vital functions, which is one reason why thyroid disease poses such a significant threat. Thyroid hormones help the body use energy and stay warm. In addition, these hormones play an important role in keeping the brain, heart, muscles, and other organs functioning at full capacity. Estimates from the Canadian Cancer Society indicated that 6,700 Canadians would be diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2021, while the ATA indicates that more than 12 percent of the United States population will have some form of thyroid disease in their lifetime. Such statistics, coupled with knowledge of the thyroid gland and the vital role it plays in overall health, should compel anyone who suspects they have a thyroid problem to speak with their physician immediately.
Smokeless Tobacco is a Cancer Risk
From Babe Ruth to John Wayne, Americans have seen chewing tobacco in popular culture for over a century. Spitting chew has been a trademark of cowboys and professional athletes alike and chewing tobacco use continues at high rates in the United States. In 2018 a survey showed 2.4 percent of American adults used smokeless tobacco, with snuff or snus pouch use on the rise and chewing tobacco on the decline.
Yard and Garden: Annuals for shade
The garden centers and greenhouses are fully-stocked with annuals for spring planting. Annuals are a perfect addition to the landscape to provide color that lasts throughout the summer. Although most annuals prefer several hours of direct sunlight for maximum growth and bloom, there are a few annuals that prefer the darker corners of the garden. In this article, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists answer questions about the annual plants that can be grown in the shady spots of the landscape in Iowa. How much light do shade gardens receive?
Sodbusters announce speaker for 40th Antique Machinery Show
The Deer Creek Sodbusters are pleased to announce that they have booked Charlotte Endorf as guest speaker for their 40th annual Antique Machinery Show on Sunday, Aug. 14. This program is made possible by Humanities Nebraska, the Nebraska Cultural Endowment, and Deer Creek Sodbusters, Inc. as part of the HN Speakers Bureau.
Happy Birthday, Peter Rabbit
Are you familiar with four little bunnies named Flopsy, Mopsy, Cottontail, and Peter? They are, of course, the busy rabbits in Beatrix Potter’s classic story “The Tale of Peter Rabbit.” The familiar tale of a mischievous young bunny named Peter who is chased around the garden by Mr. McGregor was first published in 1902.
Unusual?
Saturday I remarked within grandson Dustin’s hearing that I thought this was a very unusual spring. Dustin laughed and said “Grandma – I think you say that every spring!” Maybe I do, but I do believe this spring of 2022 is the strangest one I have experienced in my 91 encounters with the season.
Sidney golfers compete at NC
The Sidney boys’ golf team recently competed at a triangular against host team Nebraska City and Waverly at the Wildwood Golf Course. Cole Jorgenson of Sidney had the top overall score for the event with a 39.