The Catie Hoch foundation is named in memory of Catie from Clifton Park, who lost her battle with cancer a couple of years ago.
Before she died she asked her folks to help other kids like her - so they could enjoy great times and make memories, even if their days were short.
So her mom Gina, with the help of friends and family founded the organization in Catie' name. They've raised thousands of dollars and are in the process of endowing a research chair in hopes of finding a cure.
If you're looking for something 'Saratoga' to do that won't cost a fortune but has an invaluable payoff .. consider this event:
(yeah, I copied block but ... why reinvent the wheel .. )
The event is MONDAY - AUGUST 13 - Enjoy!
New York State Police vs. Jockeys of Saratoga
in the 5th Annual Softball Event to Benefit the Catie Hoch Foundation
The New York State Police will again take on the jockeys of Saratoga in the fifth annual softball event to be held at East Side Recreation Field on Lake Avenue in the heart of Saratoga on Monday, August 13, 2007. The gates will open at 6pm and the game will start at 7pm.
Everyone is welcome to this family event. Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for those under 12. There will be refreshments available for purchase, prizes and the first 250 through the gates will receive a free give-away. Please bring your cameras as this is a great opportunity to have your photo taken with your favorite jockey after the game at the meet and greet.
The Catie Hoch Foundation is an all-volunteer organization where every dollar delivers fun for kids and funds for a cure. We help kids take a break from cancer. For more information about the foundation, please visit :
www.catiehochfoundation.org or call Gina Peca at 877-7539.
Saturday, August 11
Friday, August 10
Aids and Middle Aged Women
Ladies, just because you're over age 50 doesn't mean you're NOT at risk for HIV.
AIDS educators, stop ignoring women over age 50.
That's the dual message from a new study. It found that most women over age 50 weren't interested in HIV testing when it was offered.. EVEN WHEN THEY HAD RISK FACTORS.
Mind you, risk factors INCLUDE having 2-5 sexual partners since 1978.
It's also important to note one of the fastest growing groups to be diagnosed with HIV infection are older women.
Bottom line, it's important for everyone who has ever been sexually active to know their HIV status.
If you'd like to read the entire study go to:
http://www.liebertonline.com/doi/pdfplus/10.1089/jwh.2006.0028?cookieSet=1
AIDS educators, stop ignoring women over age 50.
That's the dual message from a new study. It found that most women over age 50 weren't interested in HIV testing when it was offered.. EVEN WHEN THEY HAD RISK FACTORS.
Mind you, risk factors INCLUDE having 2-5 sexual partners since 1978.
It's also important to note one of the fastest growing groups to be diagnosed with HIV infection are older women.
Bottom line, it's important for everyone who has ever been sexually active to know their HIV status.
If you'd like to read the entire study go to:
http://www.liebertonline.com/doi/pdfplus/10.1089/jwh.2006.0028?cookieSet=1
Wednesday, August 8
New help for neck pain
There's a new disc replacement available for damaged cervical ( neck ) discs. In the old days surgeons would remove the damaged disc and fuse the remaining parts, together. Now they can put in a new part. It's called the Prestige Cervical Disc -the first artificial disc to be sanctioned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat degenerative disc disease of the neck. And yes, there are local doctors doing this procedure so check with your physician.
For more information on cervical discs check out:http://www.neurosurgerytoday.org/what/patient_e/cervical
For more information on cervical discs check out:http://www.neurosurgerytoday.org/what/patient_e/cervical
Tuesday, August 7
Hep B - Carrots and assorted other things
Couple of quick hits this morning ..
first .. kids are all vaccinated against Hepatitis B they get the shots at birth, two months, and six months..
Well, now it seems the protection may not last a lifetime.
Two adolescents in five who received a first dose of hepatitis B vaccine as newborns had evidence of waning immunity by age 14. The findings were published in the August issue of Pediatrics.
So .. what to do? As always the researchers urge more study and at this time there are no recommendations for booster doses.
But it's an 'ah ha' and kids who might be at risk, parents should be aware ..and yes, stay tuned .. I'll keep you updated.
Then there's this 'nugget' .. if you can't get your kids to eat veggies ..serve them from a McDonald's Bag .. hey, parents have been doing bait and switch for decades to get kids to do stuff they turn their noses up at .. A new study finds that among the three- to five-year-old crowd the happiest -- and tastiest -- meals are likely to be those that come in a McDonald's wrapper. It's all about the packaging.
Seems the McDonald brand leaves such a potent impression with young children 63 preschoolers consistently said they preferred the taste of foods and drinks in McDonald's packaging over McDonald's food and drinks served in unbranded packaging
The study was done to look at the power of advertising and the folks involved are pushing for tighter standards about how we target kids .. definitly food for thought ..
and Finally .. get out of your rut. Whatever it is. We're told to learn something new, trying something different that it's good for our minds and our souls .. well I'm doing just that . .singing in my first solo cabaret .. yeah, I've done plenty of stage work but this is really flying without a net. It's exhilarating - not only am I meeting new people but the sheer joy/terror of trying something new the whole point of this. So, like the NIKE ads say .. just do it.
first .. kids are all vaccinated against Hepatitis B they get the shots at birth, two months, and six months..
Well, now it seems the protection may not last a lifetime.
Two adolescents in five who received a first dose of hepatitis B vaccine as newborns had evidence of waning immunity by age 14. The findings were published in the August issue of Pediatrics.
So .. what to do? As always the researchers urge more study and at this time there are no recommendations for booster doses.
But it's an 'ah ha' and kids who might be at risk, parents should be aware ..and yes, stay tuned .. I'll keep you updated.
Then there's this 'nugget' .. if you can't get your kids to eat veggies ..serve them from a McDonald's Bag .. hey, parents have been doing bait and switch for decades to get kids to do stuff they turn their noses up at .. A new study finds that among the three- to five-year-old crowd the happiest -- and tastiest -- meals are likely to be those that come in a McDonald's wrapper. It's all about the packaging.
Seems the McDonald brand leaves such a potent impression with young children 63 preschoolers consistently said they preferred the taste of foods and drinks in McDonald's packaging over McDonald's food and drinks served in unbranded packaging
The study was done to look at the power of advertising and the folks involved are pushing for tighter standards about how we target kids .. definitly food for thought ..
and Finally .. get out of your rut. Whatever it is. We're told to learn something new, trying something different that it's good for our minds and our souls .. well I'm doing just that . .singing in my first solo cabaret .. yeah, I've done plenty of stage work but this is really flying without a net. It's exhilarating - not only am I meeting new people but the sheer joy/terror of trying something new the whole point of this. So, like the NIKE ads say .. just do it.
Monday, August 6
When to toss makeup
This is an ongoing dilemma for women .. you spend good money on a product and then it sits for a while ... but you don't want to toss it because of your investment.
Well, a new report froom Baylor Regional Medical Center in Texas says .. give it over.
Mascara and liquid eye shadows/liner should get the boot after 3 months of being opened .. same with liquid foundation - powder and powder foundation should get the heave ho after a year. The problem- bacteria can get into these products and make for skin troubles or pink eye.
And you know those applicators that get daily use - toss them every week .. they're cheap enough to buy a good supply. Your brushes should be washed with mild soap and water.
And NEVER share makeup .. too much opportunity for infection sharing .. even is someone doesn't have an outbreak of herpes simplex- cold sores - they can still transmit the virus.
When in doubt - throw it out . .if the texture has changed or it smells funny - time to get rid of it.
For more info check out :http://www.baylorhealth.com/
Well, a new report froom Baylor Regional Medical Center in Texas says .. give it over.
Mascara and liquid eye shadows/liner should get the boot after 3 months of being opened .. same with liquid foundation - powder and powder foundation should get the heave ho after a year. The problem- bacteria can get into these products and make for skin troubles or pink eye.
And you know those applicators that get daily use - toss them every week .. they're cheap enough to buy a good supply. Your brushes should be washed with mild soap and water.
And NEVER share makeup .. too much opportunity for infection sharing .. even is someone doesn't have an outbreak of herpes simplex- cold sores - they can still transmit the virus.
When in doubt - throw it out . .if the texture has changed or it smells funny - time to get rid of it.
For more info check out :http://www.baylorhealth.com/
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