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April 2013
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Over the County Treatment for Head Lice
The Medicaid Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee wishes to remind providers that Medicaid covers over the counter treatments for head lice (ex., Rid, Nix) with a prescription. These over the counter treatments do not require prior authorization. Prescription treatments, including Lindane, Natroba, and Sklice do require prior authorization. Prior authorization requires demonstration that the patient has tried an over the counter product unsuccessfully.
Inpatient Hospitalization notification
South Dakota hospitals have been reporting to South Dakota Medicaid each time a recipient is hospitalized for an acute care admission for six consecutive days since October 2011. This requirement was extended to include hospitals within 50 miles of the South Dakota border and Bismarck, ND effective February 25, 2013.
Since initial implementation of this requirement, we have seen a steady decrease in the number of Medicaid recipients in the hospital for six days or more reported to Medicaid, as well as improved communication between Medicaid and the hospitals which results in improved patient outcomes. When hospitals report an inpatient stay of six consecutive days, a Registered Nurse with South Dakota Medicaid tracks the case. The RNs are available to provide guidance and information that will help the facility plan for timely and appropriate care transitions out of acute care. For more information visit http://dss.sd.gov/sdmedx/providers.aspx
Employee Spotlight
Dr. Mary Carpenter serves as the Medicaid Medical Director and medical consultant to the Division of Medical Services. In addition to acting as a resource to staff on a variety of topics, Dr. Carpenter serves on the Disability/Incapacity Team as a medical consultant, works with the nursing staff to advise on prior authorization determinations, and reviews policies regarding coverage. She functioned in that capacity for the past few years on a part-time basis while still actively practicing Family Medicine in Winner, SD. At end of November Dr. Carpenter curtailed her practice in Winner to one day a week, working in satellite clinics in Burke and Bonesteel. Her role with the State expanded, however, as she began serving as the Medical Director for Corrections Health and consultant to Department of Health.
Dr. Carpenter attended undergraduate education at Creighton University in Omaha and Medical School at USD School of Medicine, and residency training in Family Medicine in Tulsa, Oklahoma. After finishing her residency she moved to Winner and practiced there full-time from 1984 until October 2012. She has 3 grown children and 3 grandchildren that she plans to be able to visit more often now - probably much to their chagrin!
New Employees
Abby Breyfogle
As the Managed Care Program Assistant, Abby assists approximately 92,000 managed care recipients in selecting or updating their primary care physician. Abby also works closely with the Managed Care team to identify efficiencies, improve processes, and help ensure quality outcomes. Abby moved to Pierre in February of 2011 with her husband. In December, they welcomed their first child - a daughter. They also have a chocolate lab named Ammo.
Tracy Peterson
Tracy began in Medical Services as a temporary worker in the Managed Care area. We are pleased to have Tracy as a permanent member of the Provider Enrollment team. Tracy helps providers through the enrollment process by ensuring all required paperwork and processes have been completed. When she's not talking to providers, Tracy is the busy mother of four children who enjoys exploring the great outdoors.
Laura Louder
Laura Louder has rejoined the Telephone Services Unit of Medical Services. Laura had previously worked in Medical Services for 10 years. She is the lead worker on nursing home claims and assists in all claim types. Laura has lived in Hughes and Stanley counties all of her life and currently lives in Draper SD, home of the famous Busted Nut Cafe. Laura has been married to her husband for nearly 26 years and they have 3 children and 6 grandchildren.
Important Contact Numbers
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Telephone Service Unit for Claim Inquires:
In State Providers: 1-800-452-7691
Out of State Providers: 605-945-5006
Provider Response (Enrollment and Update Information): 1-866-718-0084
Medical Assistance for Recipients: 1-800-597-1603
Dental Claim and Eligibility Inquiries: 1-800-627-3961
Managed Care Updates: 605-773-3495
Pharmacy Prior Authorization: 1-866-705-5391
Medical & Psychiatric Prior Authorization:
Recipient Premium Assistance: 1-888-828-0059
Welfare Fraud Hotline: 1-800-765-7867
Medicare: 1-800-633-4227
Division of Medical Services Fax: 605-773-5246
Provider Enrollment Fax: 605-773-8520
2013 Legislative Session
Legislative session is always a busy time for the Department of Social Services, and 2013 was no exception. The Department was involved in several pieces of legislation, including bills presented by the Child Support Commission, the Behavioral Health Workgroup chaired by Lieutenant Governor Matt Michels, and two Licensing Boards.
Medicaid State Plan Available on Web
We are pleased to announce that the South Dakota Medicaid State Plan is now available on the DSS website. The Medicaid State Plan is a contract between the state of South Dakota and the Federal government describing how South Dakota administers its Medicaid Program.
You can access the Medicaid State Plan via this link: http://dss.sd.gov/medicalservices/medicaidstateplan/
Questions about the State Plan or its contents can be addressed to Ann Schwartz, Deputy Director of Medical Services, at 605-773-3495.
DSS Gears Up for Implementation of Health Homes
DSS kicked off the implementation phase of Health Homes on April 4th by conducting a Webinar that walked interested providers through the application process and program expectations. Health Homes are part of a person centered system of care that achieves improved outcomes for recipients and better services and value for state Medicaid programs.
If you want to learn more about the Health Home initiative and the provider application process, but were unable to participate in that Webinar, the Health Home Provider Application and other materials including the Webinar are posted at the following website: https://dss.sd.gov//healthhome/application.asp.
If a provider is interested in providing Health Home services beginning July 1, 2013, a completed provider application must be submitted to DSS by May 1, 2013. Each participating Health Home location will need to complete an application. DSS will review the applications and notify approved locations in mid-May. DSS will coordinate with approved locations to schedule an on-site Health Homes orientation to be held in May or early June.
Information about Health Homes can be found on the DSS website at http://dss.sd.gov//healthhome/index.asp.
Questions about Health Homes can be addressed to Kathi Mueller at (605) 773-3495.
South Dakota Continues to Improve Our Payment Error Rate
South Dakota received the results of CMS's 2011 Payment Error Rate Measurement (PERM) Project. Due to the previous low PERM finding, South Dakota obtained an exemption from the Medicaid Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) review through May 2013. As a result of the most recent PERM findings we have formally requested another exemption from the RAC review process from CMS and are awaiting their response.
Although we are very pleased with our most recent PERM results, we want providers to be aware of the errors that resulted in recoveries from the last PERM review, so providers can pay close attention to these types of errors for the next PERM cycle review to help prevent any additional findings in these areas.
The following errors resulted in recovery of overpayments, and in some cases expanded post payment reviews that resulted in additional recoveries:
Providers are asked to take note of these findings and review their policies and procedures to continue a low error rate. We encourage providers to have all staff review applicable Administrative Rules of South Dakota and provider billing manuals upon hire and at least annually following to ensure continued compliance with South Dakota Medicaid's requirements.
Primary Care Provider Enhanced Payments
South Dakota is actively working with providers to implement enhanced payments for certain services furnished by certain primary care physicians and charges for vaccine administration under the Vaccines for Children Program required under the Affordable Care Act. Enhanced payments will not be made until we receive approval of the State Plan Amendment from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Additional communication will be sent when claims begin processing with the enhanced payments. These payments do not apply to all providers. If you are unclear whether or not you are eligible, please review additional information, including the list of frequently asked questions and self-attestation form online.
Provider Enrollment for Ordering, Referring, and Prescribing Providers
The Division of Medical Services is reviewing its current enrollment practices and will be implementing changes in order to be compliant with federal Affordable Care Act requirements. Among the changes includes a requirement that NPIs for all ordering, referring, and prescribing providers are enrolled with SD Medicaid and populated on the claims for services. If either condition is not met, claims are required to be denied. The Division of Medical Services is evaluating the ability to offer a streamlined enrollment process for providers only prescribing pharmaceutical products. Requirements depend on provider type and include the collection of application fees for institutional providers, possible site visits prior to making a provider enrollment determination, the revalidation and collection of disclosure information such as provider agreements no less than every three to five years, and monthly screening requirements.
Providers can begin preparing for these changes by ensuring their internal processes are able to identify providers not yet enrolled with SD Medicaid prior to claims submission. Provider enrollment records in SD MEDX at both the billing and servicing level should be reviewed for accuracy including current licensure and taxonomy, notation of an end date for any providers no longer with the group or facility, validation of servicing locations, and population of current managing employee data within the ownership step of billing entities' SD MEDX record. These changes will not modify the requirement for out-of-state providers to have a claim for service before enrollment can be approved.
Additional communication will be shared as the Division of Medical Services progresses with these requirements. For additional information on the federal requirements, refer to 42 CFR Parts 424 and 455.
Electronic Health Record Incentive Payment Program update
South Dakota's Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Payment Program continues to play an important role in establishing critical health information technology designed to reduce costs, improve care and advance coordination across healthcare systems, leading to better health outcomes and healthier lives.
Under South Dakota's EHR Incentive Payment Program, eligible professionals (EPs) and eligible hospitals (EHs) can receive incentive payments the first year by simply adopting, implementing or upgrading a certified electronic health record technology. They do not have to meet the meaningful use criteria the first year, but for the subsequent years, they would have to demonstrate meaningful use.
South Dakota has distributed $12.5 million in incentive payments to 158 EPs and EHs since disbursement of payments started in March of 2012.
As required by the Meaningful Use Stage 2 rules announced in the fall of 2012, South Dakota has implemented changes to the patient volume calculation within the attestation portal. The CHIP population will now be included in the calculation of the patient volume and the consecutive 90-day reporting period will be more flexible. The new functionality was deployed February 22, 2013.
As providers aim to meet meaningful use, they should be aware of the additional Stage 2 changes announced last fall regarding the core objectives and menu measures.
As described below, the Clinical Quality Measures (CQM) reporting will remain the same for 2013 but have changes in 2014 and beyond.
Reporting Clinical Quality Measures (CQM) in 2013 will remain the same as finalized in Stage 1:
Reporting Clinical Quality Measures (CQM) in 2014 and beyond:
For more details on the Stage 2 changes, visit the CMS website at http://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Legislation/EHRIncentivePrograms/Stage_2.html
If you have any questions regarding SD Medicaid EHR Incentive Payment Program, please call 605.773.3495 or email your questions to firstname.lastname@example.com.
South Dakota QuitLine Services
(Article courtesy of South Dakota Department of Health)
Tobacco use is the leading preventable cause of death in the United States (US).1 Recent data indicate that 23% of South Dakota (SD) adults are current smokers.2 Among US adults who are enrolled in Medicaid, rates of smoking prevalence are more than two times higher than the overall adult population.3 Smoking is costly to the Medicaid program. Using 2004 values, it was estimated that $68 million of annual Medicaid expenditures in SD (i.e., 11% of the total) were attributed to smoking.3
Effective tobacco cessation treatment is available and highly accessible. The South Dakota Department of Health QuitLine offers a toll-free telephone service for tobacco users. Callers who request services are offered up to five proactive coaching sessions delivered by trained health coaches. Coaching participants have access to nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) in the form of patches, gum and lozenges or the cessation medications bupropion and varenicline at no cost. Tobacco dependence is a chronic disorder, and often multiple attempts are needed before the quit is maintained. Callers are eligible to enroll in SD QuitLine services on a yearly basis as needed to quit. Priority populations, including callers enrolled in Medicaid, pregnant women, youth callers, spit tobacco users, and American Indian callers, are eligible to re-enroll more frequently.
The SD QuitLine is effective. Among individuals who requested services in 2011, 43% reported no tobacco use at seven months follow-up. Among individuals enrolled in Medicaid, 35.6% reported no tobacco use (see Table). Medicaid enrollees who did not quit smoking cited stress as the major reason (50%).
Despite the effectiveness, few healthcare providers have the time, expertise, or resources needed to provide tobacco cessation counseling. However, provider encouragement can motivate tobacco users to quit. Providers at all levels can: (a) ask about tobacco use, (b) advise patients to quit, and for patients who are interested (c) refer to the SD QuitLine. For more information, or to refer a patient for SD QuitLine services, please call 1-866-737-8487 or visit www.SDQuitLine.com.
% Response
Quit Rate
Medicaid Recipients
30.3% - 41.2%
American Indian Callers
32.9% - 51.0%
Spit Tobacco Users
42.5% - 56.1%
Youth Callers
20.2% - 88.2%
Pregnant Callers
20.4% - 73.9%
Non-Priority Population
41.3% - 45.5%
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To explain life with my animals, I need to go back a few years. Having never known a time in life when I did not have a rescued dog, cat or bunny, I have always had a deep love of animals. My parent's instilled a love and respect for animals that stays with me to this day. Starvation, Abuse, Neglect, hoarding, 3 legged. A very simple description of my furry family, past & present. Life with these "special animals" is anything but simplistic...Each morning, my first rescue Puddy-Tat would come running across the parking lot of my printing company, crying for food. Skinny, pregnant & starving, I soon took her home where she had her kittens. Ads in the paper found them all good homes, giving me an idea... why not catch stray cats, tame them and find them homes! So I did just that! I fed, tamed, loved and found homes for over fifty feral cats and kittens, which was the begining of my rescue career! Puddy Tat, the one cat I couldn't part with, lived a safe, happy life to 25. I soon added Ramona, a starving stray to my family. She's now 24 and suffering the achilles heel of cats, kidney failure. Daily saline injections, a special diet and lots of love ensure that she will be with me for years to come.After I was married, next to come into our life was Shadow, the product of a dog hoarder in Okanogan. He was rescued and sent to a local shelter, but his experiences made him shy and scared, staying to the back of the kennel. He was scheduled to be killed when my husband stepped in. Shadow's now 11 and enjoying his senior years.Mocha literally ran into our life~traveling through the same busy intersection as our work truck!. Jumping out, nearly getting hit and getting him safely off the road, I noticed his personal horror~embedded collar, swollen-infected leg from an unhealed tore dew-claw, among other painful things. The worst part was he was starving, weighing only 28 lbs, with our vet telling us he was days from dying. Mocha, now 10 is 65 lbs of happy, healthy dog! One day I received a call from a local shelter volunteer telling me they had rescued a kitty that had been abused with several broken bones. As Mia was so scared & timid, this volunteer knew she would be unadoptable and die in the shelter. It was LOVE at first site and we took Mia home. Slowly gaining her trust enough to give her more and more love and attention, it took her years to trust again. Sadly, the kitty we thought we would have many years, helping to recover and shower love on, died of cancer last spring at 7.Our hearts were still aching when a sweet, gentle soul named Lexi came into the picture. Lexi's previous owner made a classic mistake, buying a dog for his kids, not to be part of the family. After they went to college, Lexi was no longer wanted and into a crate she went. When her former owner finally tired of her, she was getting a one way trip to the shelter. That's when I stepped in. Lexi's life now? Running and playing happily with her furry brothers! The latest addition to our "animal brood" is Bunny, our three legged rescue. Bunny lost her front left leg and part of her back right foot in an animal trap. In my home, which I lovingly refer to as "island of the misfit animals" you would never know she not whole. She moves faster than all the animals combined! Bunny, aka "our 4th dog" lays with, cleans, plays with our dogs, crying when her dog friends are outside playing without her. She is our joy.My husband & I are thankful to have each and every one of them in our lives. They bring us joy and unconditional love the way only a rescued animal can.
Tia Rosetti-Mills is one of the most dedicated people I know involved in animal rescue endeavors. It's an honor to be her friend. When not helping find forever homes for shelter animals, she owns an organic based lawn, tree and shrub care service. Thanks Tia for inspiring me daily! Lori
While surfing the Internet recently, I ran across this comment posted in response to an article about the health benefits to having an animal. I thought it was such a shining testimonial of how inviting a pet into your home can help you change your life for the better, that I wanted to share it with you. JoAnn
"In 1998 I was going through a depression but did manage to adopt a greyhound.
Well, this dog needed attention so instead of focusing on the negatives in my life, I focused on the dog.Then I starting walking more and lost 10 pounds.Then I started snacking less because whenever he heard a bag ruffle or refrigerator door open, he was right there so I ate less snacks and junk food. Then because he was a greyhound and greyhounds were not that common in my area at that time, more of my friends and acquaintances wanted to come over and see him so I was more social.I always say that he saved my life and I saved his by adopting him.I think everyone should have a dog or cat or some interactive pet in their life."Has a pet helped change your life? Please email your story to firstname.lastname@example.com
Funny how dogs connect you to the world. After twenty years of doing comedy on the road, with no place that felt like home, all I had wanted was a dog and a newspaper subscription. I'd finally gotten them, but it was only the dog who never gave me a day of worry or bad news. For the nine years I had my boxer Petey I was happy to be alive, which means he beat my parents affect on me by eight years and eleven months. Then he was gone, and I awoke every day missing the wiggling bundle of wonder that radiated yes. Yes to life. Yes to joy. Yes to breakfast. For nine years, any day that I was home I swam a mile in the backyard. Which is really hard without a pool. Okay, there's a pool. As soon as Petey saw me reaching for my bathing suit he ran for his ball and waited, vibrating with anticipation. No male before or since has ever been so happy to see me in a bathing suit. As I swam he was everywhere; prancing, barking, having the time of his life. I always thought it was a privilege to be able to be face to face with pure joy. I believe if they had the All Dog Pure Joy Channel on cable, we'd have ratings not seen since Lucy had Little Ricky, and that dates me. Now I had only Wiley, my black lab/vacuum cleaner mix. I had always been a boxer person, but I married into a black lab. Wiley and Petey loved each other, and Wiley and I mourned together. I didn't want to step into my backyard. There was Petey's favorite spot on the grass, his cave down the hill where he hid his treasures, the trees he protected from squirrels and lions, the ivy he sprang through like some oversized rabbit. It was all him. It took me four months to venture out back, tentatively, as if the area were strewn with landmines. Kind of like coming out of a bomb shelter after the strafing. Will I find any of my world still standing? It felt empty. Despite new flowers blooming and new ivy climbing and a eucalyptus tree full of the first singing birds of warmth. I called for him. Was he there, just beyond the palms, the eucalyptus, the bottlebrush? Did I catch a flash of white, a glimpse of a little fawn playfully running behind the loquat tree, with his big smiley jowls and his two front legs in their white socks straight out as he ran with joyful abandon? I thought maybe I did, maybe I did see him. And I hadn't even had any wine yet. The next day, Wiley and I went outside to swim. Wiley always matched me lap for lap, you couldn't get him out of the pool. Except today. Today, he swam the first few laps with me, then charged out of the pool. I thought maybe he heard the doorbell, or the UPS truck. But no, he was on the lawn, chasing. I didn't see anything. What was he chasing? I looked at him from the water. He was dancing through the air. He was leaping, barking, running, as if a Frisbee were flying over his head, only there was nothing there that I could see. He would stop, stare into mid-air, bark, run over to Petey's favorite spot in the grass, and begin his chase again. Finally I asked him, "Is it Petey, Wiley? Is it Petey?" He barked and twirled in the air, smiling and playing, chasing Petey exactly as he did when I could see them both. I knew he was there, and every time I asked Wiley, he answered yes with a barrage of happy barks and leaps that filled me with chardonnay.Wiley inherited all of Petey's toys, two baskets full (you know boxers). This dog had a bigger dowry than the Empress of Japan. In fact, I think he lived an extra year just to keep taking his toys away from Wiley, who just laughed and got another one. Too cold to swim long, I went into the jacuzzi at the end of the yard. Wiley and I began our routine. He chose his toy du jour, and today it was Petey's favorite, his squeaky yellow bat. Wiley dropped it in the bubbles. I threw it across the yard for him. Over and over. That's the great thing about dogs. They never say to you, "We did that yesterday. We ate that last night. Don't you have anything to drink but water?" Another toss, and I accidentally threw it all the way across the top of the house. It skidded across the high point of the roof and down towards the front of the house. Gone for today. I'll need a ladder, out front, to get it.
Daydreaming, not wanting the spell to break, I stayed in the hot water for a long time. My husband came home to find me there. I could see the relief on his face. He sat on the edge and said, "I'm so happy to see you out here. I've been worried about you". I said, "Petey was here today". I could see the concern, the frustration return to his face. "You don't believe me?" He thought carefully and decided on the truth, "No." With that, the little yellow bat came flying, impossibly, unbelievably, out of nowhere and landed smack on top of my husband's head.Without missing a beat I said, "Do you believe me now?" And without missing a beat either he answered, "Yes." Wiley barked. And I have never been alone again. A HUGE hug and thanks to my pal Elayne Boosler. Elayne is a writer/comedian and founder of Tails of Joy. If you happen to be in the Seattle area, she will be appearing at The Triple Door on May 7th. I can't wait to see her! Lori
Annie Rose (AR) and I became a Pet Partners team in 2003. She was 25 pounds of smart and sassy and bossy - a sable Pembroke Welsh Corgi diva who demanded attention and adoration.Early on we visited many nursing homes and assisted living facilities. I remember the lady who spoke no English; she would murmur sweet Russian nothings into Annie Rose's ear, and AR would make appropriate canine responses.
Or the retired veterinarian who brightened when we entered her room. Living deep in the chasm of dementia, she would say, "I don't understand why they call me 'Doctor.' The doctor is the one who comes here to take care of me." She so loved the animals but had no memory that they had been her life's work. For a few brief moments during our visits, they once more became her passion.And I can vividly recall the heartbreak of arriving at the empty room of another woman who, as her health rapidly declined, had so delighted in AR's visits for well over a year. Soon we discovered the magical world of the Reading Education Assistance Dog program, and we became a registered R.E.A.D. team in early 2005. Then 10 years old, Annie Rose was beginning to slow down, and the R.E.A.D. program suited her perfectly. She could even catch a quick nap while holding her ears erect so as not to appear to miss any part of the stories read to her. We began programs in several libraries, and then started R.E.A.D. in an exceptional school for students with behavioral problems.The continuity of working with the same students in a combined 4th and 5th grade every week for the entire school year proved to be both tremendously challenging and incredibly rewarding. The students told AR their deepest secrets and darkest fears and confided in her with abandon. When they read to her, their insecurities and inhibitions melted away. They learned to view her as a creature of the earth who deserved their kindness and demanded their respect. We passed our third evaluation with flying colors, with AR snorting and tossing her head as if to say, "I could do this blindfolded and backwards." But her health was failing, and she was able to make only a few more visits. In June of 2008 she crossed the Rainbow Bridge with a large chunk of my heart in tow. The joyful work to and through which Annie Rose led me has been carried on by 2 more Corgis: the soulful tri-colored rescue fellow named Buddy, and the blockbuster red and white boy named Riley, who is my present Pet Partner. Each dog has brought his or her own special personality and intuitiveness to the program. But it was Annie Rose who inspired me to become a licensed Pet Partners Team Instructor and R.E.A.D. instructor, and who taught me how to give away a small portion of the joy that dogs have always given me so freely. Rest well, Annie Rose.Maggi PayneSincere thanks to Maggi for sharing this wonderful story about her beloved dog, Annie Rose. If you would like to become involved with Delta Society's Pet Partners program, you can find out more information here.Lori
"Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around." Leo BuscagliaI read this quote and it reminded me of the thousands of unselfish Delta Society volunteers who are making such a positive difference to people across the globe. After all, it is our volunteers that make our organization so special. Without them we wouldn't be reaching over a million people a year. We wouldn't be able to bring pets to visit people in places where animals traditionally aren't allowed, but where their 'healing powers' are needed the most. For those who benefit from a Pet Partners Team visit, the healing powers of the therapeutic touch of a friendly animal, or the gentle smile of a handler – is just the prescription needed to make their pain diminish, their stress lower, or their loneliness subside – if even for just a few moments. For others, whether children struggling to learn to read, or seniors with no family to visit, a kind word and a listening ear of a Pet Partners team is just what they need to make them feel special or help build their self-esteem.We also have volunteers who may think they are helping in a small way but to the staff their help is tremendous – whether doing data entry, filing, writing stories, or stuffing envelopes, we know the time they give and their passion for advancing our mission is truly invaluable. Every one of our office and virtual volunteers brings something so special to the organization, that without them, I can honestly say, I don't know what we would do.So, during this Volunteer Appreciation Week – on behalf of all the staff, I send a big THANK YOU to every volunteer! Your dedication and commitment to helping others, and your choice to spend your discretionary time in this way is humbling. I am honored to work with you.Larry NorvellPresident & CEODelta Society
I received this story from a friend recently. Haven't been able to locate the author or the people involved but LOVED the story. As a cancer survivor, I can SO relate to this great example of where 'heal' means more than 'stay'! A perfect example of pets helping people. Hope you enjoy, too!Lori
Anyone who has pets will really like this. You'll like it even if you don't and you may even decide you need one!Mary and her husband Jim had a dog named 'Lucky.' Lucky was a real character. Whenever Mary and Jim had company come for a weekend visit they would warn their friends to not leave their luggage open because Lucky would help himself to whatever struck his fancy. Inevitably, someone would forget and something would come up missing. Mary or Jim would go to Lucky's toy box in the basement and there the treasure would be, amid all of Lucky's other favorite toys. Lucky always stashed his finds in his toy box and he was very particular that his toys stay in the box.It happened that Mary found out she had breast cancer. Something told her she was going to die of this disease.......in fact; she was just sure it was fatal.She scheduled the double mastectomy, fear riding her shoulders. The night before she was to go to the hospital she cuddled with Lucky. A thought struck her....what would happen to Lucky? Although the three-year-old dog liked Jim, he was Mary's dog through and through. If I die, Lucky will be abandoned, Mary thought. He won't understand that I didn't want to leave him! The thought made her sadder than thinking of her own death.The double mastectomy was harder on Mary than her doctors had anticipated and Mary was hospitalized for over two weeks. Jim took Lucky for his evening walk faithfully, but the little dog just drooped, whining and miserable.Finally the day came for Mary to leave the hospital. When she arrived home, Mary was so exhausted she couldn't even make it up the steps to her bedroom. Jim made his wife comfortable on the couch and left her to nap.Lucky stood watching Mary but he didn't come to her when she called. It made Mary sad but sleep soon overcame her and she dozed. When Mary woke for a second she couldn't understand what was wrong. She couldn't move her head and her body felt heavy and hot. But panic soon gave way to laughter when Mary realized the problem. She was covered, literally blanketed, with every treasure Lucky owned! While she had slept, the sorrowing dog had made trip after trip to the basement bringing his beloved mistress all his favorite things in life.He had covered her with his love.Mary forgot about dying. Instead she and Lucky began living again, walking further and further together every day. It's been 12 years now and Mary is still cancer-free. Lucky, he still steals treasures and stashes them in his toy box but Mary remains his greatest treasure.Learn more about how animals can help people overcome their physical and emotional health challenges. Visit our education and research pages.
A short story about a Spanish speaking cancer patient, an English speaking woman and a dog, who helps to break the communication barrier creating a meaningful connection~Many precious moments leave us feeling grateful to have the opportunity to share the gift of our pets. Recently Tate (Border Terrier) and I visited the cancer unit at Saints Medical Center. It was a snowy day. At first glance out the window, I thought about rescheduling which would have been fine with the Director at Saints. I wondered how many people would show up. To our surprise, many!We ended up parking on the 6th floor of the parking garage. Deciding to take the stairs to release some energy and a little stress, Tate and I made our way to check-in at the main lobby. Without fail, we meet and greet at least a dozen people before signing in. The smell of Dunkin Donuts (located in the lobby-- not kidding) is an aphrodisiac. A dog is a double-aphrodisiac.After meeting up with our volunteer guide, we headed to the cancer building. It was busy because people wanted to get their treatments before the holiday. We made our way down the aisle to anyone interested in seeing or touching Tate. Upon reaching the last curtained cubicle, we met Anna. Anna was busy playing with a camera borrowed from a staff member. She was looking at pictures of dogs-- perfect timing. When Anna spotted Tate, little needed to be said. The smile expressed more than enough to welcome us. Carefully placing Tate on Anna's lap I noticed she was holding a camera.Anna spoke a lot of Spanish. I speak a lot of English and some dog. Tate was our interpreter. Delightfully, we learned some new Spanish words like "Hola--hello" and "me illamo- my name is Moe and this is Tate". Anna asked us in "sign-language" to take pictures of Tate and her, not me, but that's okay. I'm use to being addressed as Tate's chauffeur, secretary, groomer, massage therapist and owner. When it was time to say "adios" to our new "amigo", we hope we see Anna again. We never know.This is just one of many opportunities that dogs help us to break barriers of communication, put a smile on someone's face, bring a bit of joy and make a precious connection to be store in a lifetime of memories.As we left that day, we decided to climb back up to the 6-flights of stairs to the parking garage, much to Tate's chagrin. We've both been informed we need to lose a few pounds. It was snowing. Tate and I pleasantly collapsed in the car and sat, watching the snow, grateful to be living in the present moment. Maureen RossGuest Blogger and Delta Society Pet Partner with Tate
She has been blind for 13 years. So, when Lisa Davidson, of Warminster, PA found out about the ACVO/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam event, she was elated. She completely relies on her guide dog, Eagle for assistance. "I think it's great these animals are being represented because they have a very special job to do," says Ms. Davidson. "Eagle has opened many doors for me, to allow me to become independent. It's so important that his eyes are working."And, that's exactly the reason for the event. Guide dogs, handicapped assistance dogs, detection dogs, therapy dogs (Delta Society Pet Partners), and search and rescue dogs selflessly serve the public. So, for the month of May 2010, the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) is launching the 3rd annual ACVO/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam Event to help serve these dogs who dedicate their lives to serving us.More than 170 board certified veterinary ophthalmologists in the U.S.and Canada will provide free sight-saving eye exams to thousands of service dogs. Stacee Daniel, executive director of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) says, "If we can assist more dogs, then the dogs can better assist people. This event is a success each year due to the outstanding support of our volunteer ophthalmologists, our sponsors and the service dog community. All are instrumental in helping these dogs."At Katonah Bedford Veterinary Center, in Bedford Hills, NY, Pele, a young Labrador retriever was examined by board certified veterinary ophthalmologist, Dr. Cory Mosunic during 2009's event. "We're looking for any retinal disease or early cataracts," says Dr. Mosunic. We're also looking for things that will limit their vision down the road, whether it's an ingrown hair or anything that can result in a scratch of the cornea. It's a complete ocular exam." HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE 2010 EVENT:To qualify, dogs must be active "working dogs" that were certified by a formal training program or organization or currently enrolled in a formal training program. The certifying organization could be national, regional or local in nature. To learn more, please visit the event's website. Please note registration ends May 16th.
Picture courtesy of ACVO. Cory Mosunic, a veterinary ophthalmologist in Westchester County, N.Y., examines Pele during last year's event.
At this time of year, a lot of people may only think of bunnies as big furry white beings who bring yummy treats and much joy to those at Easter. But, did you know there are bunnies that also bring comfort and smiles to people all year round as therapy animals? The nurses at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital in Palo Alto, CA needed their young client to stop struggling so they could perform a medical procedure. The hospital is a scary place for children, even for long-term patients in Oncology clinics such as this one. Fortunately they had a powerful tool on their ward that day and it came in the form of Joe the Bunny, who was accompanied by his handler, Heather Mietz Egli.The young patient had developed a bond with Joe and the promise of being able to visit with him was enough to have the child sit still for the procedure. "It's happened several times that when the nurses know the bunnies are coming for a visit," notes Heather, "they'll wait to do some of the more difficult procedures until we arrive."That doesn't surprise Joan Vaughters who also has a therapy rabbit named Bugs Bunny. "Rabbits bring a gentle, soft spirit when they visit patients," says Joan. "They provide a listening ear when clients just want someone to talk to, stroke, love, and cuddle. They bring a soft presence of acceptance and love." Joan's favorite story is of a client with Alzheimer's who hadn't talked for years but uttered the word "bunny" when they visited her.Sometimes therapy rabbits visit in groups. The Trabuco Trailblazers, a 4-H Club in Orange County CA, visits an assisted living home on the second Monday of every month. This team consists of 5 girls each with their own registered therapy animal that they carry in baskets. Included in the group are SeaJay Bates and her Chicken, Nutmeg; Erin Herndon and her Guinea Pig, Button; Kaitlyn Doddridge and her Rabbit, BJ; Rachel White and her Rabbit, Roxy; and Morgan Ulrich and her Guinea Pig, BooBoo.When they visit the seniors, they create quite the buzz of conversation and story telling. One of their most memorable visits was during the birthday of one of ther residents who turned 99 that day and who was a long time animal lover. The visit left an impression with the resident, who enjoyed both the company of the young girls and the uniqueness of the animals, and it left an impression with the girls who, as Rachel explained, "...see what difference you can make in someone's day by even a small five-minute visit with your animal."Thank you to all our Delta Society Pet Partners teams whose dedication and commitment to brighten other people's day is inspirational to say the least! And, to all who celebrate the day, I wish you a Happy Easter.JoAnn
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Perry Central's Ariel Williams signed her letter of intent to play volleyball for Alice Lloyd College next season.
Early last week, the Buckhorn Lady Wildcats hosted the Jackson City Lady Tigers. The Lady Wildcats got off to a slow start, but would rally in the second half to take the 47-39 win.
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Early last week, the Perry County Central Commodores hosted the Johnson Central Golden Eagles. The two teams started the season as two of the top teams in the mountains.
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On Saturday, the Perry County Central Commodores hosted the Buckhorn Wildcats in a match up between two of the mountains' top teams. The game went back and forth, with the Commodores fending off a final attack by the Wildcats...
As we scan across the USA this holiday season, there are not too many colleges or universities enjoying the combined success in college basketball as the University of Kentucky.
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Over the weekend, the Perry County Central Commodores wrestling team traveled to Harrison County to participate in the Rumble on the the Hilltop tournament. The Commodores were one of 11 teams to attend the meet.
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This refers to the columns �Rotting food, rotten arguments� (FE, September 4) by Surjit S Bhalla and �Land Bill a mortal blow to India�s modernisation� (FE, September 5) by Rajiv Kumar and Prashant Kumar. It is well known that the enthusiasm of the Congress and the near-unanimity amongst the other political parties in supporting the food security law were driven more by electoral considerations rather than real concern for the poor. While the Congress hopes the new right will be the game-changer for the UPA in the 2014 election, no political party can afford to be seen as anti-poor by opposing it. With the sorry state of Indian economy and fiscal deficit threatening to balloon, the FSL will burden the exchequer with R1,30,000 crore. Experts and economists have already labelled it a disaster for our economy. The existing Public Distribution System is almost dysfunctional due to corruption, pilferage, and mismanagement. It will be no suprise if the food security law proves to be food scam law. Surjit Bhalla�s article is a just rebuke to the supporters of the ill-conceived law.The new land acquisition law is also of the more-populist, less-rational school of thought. The Congress is eyeing the huge farmer vote-bank with LARR. It is true that the old law provided farmers much less compensation compared with the real price of the acquired land. But the new law represents the other extreme, being heavily tilted in favour of landowners/farmers. It has made consent of 70-80% landowners mandatory for any acquisition and provides for compensation of four times the market price of a piece of land being acquired in rural area. The adverse impact of these bills on the country�s fiscal condition, economy and new projects in industry, infrastructure and housing seems nary a concern of the political parties. Their top priority is the 2014 general election.
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"It was definitely my least favorite two years of my life," says Stefani, settling onto a couch in Interscope's new digs, which were no doubt largely subsidized by...No Doubt. She's recalling the period spent writing and recording Saturn, during which "it was hard to figure out which of the Gwens is the real Gwen." Straddling 30, as she just did, "you start to feel like, this is me, this is what I am: All those years of blossoming, and now it's time to...perish." She laughs, not meaning to sound quite so morbid. "At the time, I didn't know what the feelings were all about. I was like, Why do I feel sad, and why is it that when I eat ice cream, it is not helping?" It was Rossdale who told Stefani she must be going through "Saturn returns," an astrological concept that explains (in case more obvious theories about scary round numbers don't suffice) just why facing the big three-oh tends to be a self-analytic drag.
Some folks cure their first midlife crisis by buying an SUV. Stefani dyed her hair Easter-egg pink, with blond highlights. She's color-coordinated today, curling up with her morning coffee in a pink velour sweater Ed Wood would kill for. She will not go monochromatic into that good night.
"I'd never experienced any kind of depression," she explains, describing her initial bafflement at developing a taste for Sylvia Plath. "I've always been a happy-go-lucky, passive type who attached myself to one person and lived happily through them. But I got to a point where I was going, oh my God, maybe this is what an adult feels likeand it sucks! And maybe nothing will ever be as exciting as it used to be when I was going through puberty. But," she adds, caffeine-cheered, "I feel a lot lighter now."
She's hard-pressed to explain her cure, other than experiencing the same postpartum elation the whole band felt when the album was done. There was no small pressure on this humble Anaheim, Calif., foursome, who'd quietly enjoyed a cult following on the So Cal scene from their '86 inception until Tragic Kingdom took to the stratosphere circa 1996. Says producer Glen Ballard, "It's a pretty regular occurrence that the follow-up album for a huge album can be the least fun album for any artist. They were beginning to feel like that was going to be the case. Everybody dreams of having that kind of problem, but the truth is, once you get there, it's not fun. I insisted that they have fun. And...they kind of came around."
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Authority of scripture to be website topic
UCC General Minister and President the Rev. John H. Thomas will lead a web forum on the authority of scripture Oct. 16-27.
The forum will be on the UCC website at www.ucc.org/discus/messages/board-topics.html. Beginning Oct. 16, users should click on the "Discussion Forums" tab to join the conversation.
Thomas and the Rev. Frederick Trost, Wisconsin Conference Minister, will present papers at the annual Dunkirk, N.Y., Theological Colloquy on the theme, "What does it mean to 'take the Bible seriously?'" Both papers will be posted on the website's "Faith" page as a starting point for the web forum.
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Africa Partnership Sunday set
Sunday, Oct. 22, has been designated Africa Partnership Sunday by the Global Ministries Africa Office of the UCC and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The theme for the day, UKAAMA (pronounced OO-KAH-MAH), the Shona (Zimbabwe) word for togetherness, is intended to help churches, particularly African-American churches, celebrate and learn about UCC and Disciples relationships in Africa.
A booklet, leader's guide and poster are available by calling 317-713-2552; e-mail: brobinsodom.disciples.org.
Motorcyclists to the rescue
After 40 days on wheels, in Fairhaven, Mass., on Sept. 2 the Rev. Randy Leisey finished a 3,000- mile coast-to-coast bicycle trip to raise funds for a new church he serves in Murrieta, Calif. The trip took him through the northern states and the province of Ontario, Canada.
Leisey encountered some problems in Idaho when his bicycle went down and he was knocked unconscious. Fortunately, he was wearing a helmet and avoided serious injury. Several motorcyclists, traveling to an annual motorcycle event in Sturgis, S.D,. assisted him, and Leisey was able to continue his journey.
Fact sheet available on AIDS crisis in Africa
Church World Service is introducing a four-page study/action resource about the African AIDS crisis. "Aids in Africa: A Generation at Risk" is a fact sheet detailing churches' and governments' efforts to respond to AIDS.
AIDS has ravaged the continent of Africa, leaving millions of orphans in its wake. Six thousand Africans die daily from AIDS, making it the worst infectious disease since the Plague.
The first fact sheet is free, $.20 each for additional copies. Send check to CWS, P.O. Box 968, Elkhart, IN 46515. For bulk rates, call 800-297-1516.
Private prison building stopped on Indian lands
An ad hoc coalition has been formed in an attempt to prevent Hawaii from building private prisons on Indian lands. This began when the Muscogee Nation of Oklahoma and the state of Hawaii were in talks to build a private prison.
The Rev. Rosemary Maxey protested on the mainland while Ronald S. Fujiyoshi and Samuel Kaleiki protested in Hawaii, effectively stopping negotiations for now. Hawaii may solicit other Indian nations to build prisons on their land. Meanwhile, Fujiyoshi, Kaleleiki and Maxey have received a grant from Justice and Witness Ministries in the UCC's national setting to produce information and educate the public. For information, contact Maxey at 918-656-3725.
Preaching seminar scheduled
National City Christian Church is hosting a preaching seminar May 7-10, 2001, in Washington, D.C. "Preaching Building Community and Community Building Preaching" will feature lectures by the Rev. James Forbes, senior minister of New York City's Riverside Church; author and speaker Ann Weems and Duke University Professor William Willimon. Paul Duke of the McAfee School of Theology and the Rev. Alvin Jackson, pastor of National City Christian Church, also will speak. For information: 800-866-8631 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Time running out
Six hundred congregations are still needed if the Accessible Congregations Campaign is going to reach its goal of 2,000 congregations in the year 2000 that will commit to removing barriers to a full life of faith for clergy, members and visitors who have disabilities. To date, more than 1,400 congregations have made that commitment. The campaign is aimed at helping people with disabilities to be full and active participants in their congregations.
Time is running out. To become part of the solution, visit the National Organization on Disability website at www.nod.org/acctallies.html, or phone or e-mail Ginny Thornburgh or Lorraine Thal at the NOD Religion and Disability Program at 202-293-5960; firstname.lastname@example.com.
Search committee deadline near
The deadline for receipt of completed applications for the positions of General Minister and President, and Executive Minister of Local Church Ministries, is 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3. Nominations and self-applications may be sent to UCC Search Process, P.O. Box 391, Brookfield, MA 01506. For information and application forms, contact the Rev. Richard Sparrow, Associate Conference Minister in the Massachusetts Conference, at 508-853-3446.


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The Magic of Thinking Big gives you useful methods, not empty promises. Dr. Schwartz presents a carefully designed program for getting the most out of your job, your marriage and family life, and your community. He proves that you don't need to be an intellectual or have innate talent to attain great success and satisfaction - but you do need to learn and understand the habit of thinking and behaving in ways that will get you there.
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"Life-changing literature."
I loved the audio version so much, I immediately went out and bought the unabridged book. You can have a life changing experience if you truly take what Dr. Schwartz says to heart (listen and apply).
Topics covered are:
~How to develop the power of belief
~Steps to build confidence and destroy fear
~How to think and dream creatively
~Ways to harness and develop your ideas
~Managing your environment
~Improving relationships with people
~Turning defeat into victory
~Using goals to help you grow
~How to think like a Leader
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If I could only recommend one book to you, this would be it. What do you have to lose? Is the risk of wasting $8.95 more important than possibly finding success and happiness for the rest of your life?
"There is allot here"
This is a very concise book on thinking beyond your immediate circumstance and taking a different perspective. The author encourages you to get beyond reacting to others and setting your own course in life. I found the book very helpful but needed to listen to it twice as it gets right to the point.
"Simple Learning"
The content of this book is written in a very simple format which is great for negaholics that are trying to make a real change in their lives. For those who follow Covey and Frankl, this book confirms many if not all of their teachings
"A Big Winner"
I listen to a lot of motivational audio books and read some as well. Often times they are hit or miss. This book was just GREAT! I loved it and learned a lot from it. It gives great examples that you can actually relate to.
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I enjoy reading this book about once every year or two. This time I listened to it and found it just as informative.
"A kick in the rear"
I listen to a lot of self help books (believe me I need it) and I found this one to be one of the best. The multiple narrators and scenes gave the book a liveliness I haven't encountered before. The tips were practical and easily applicable to daily life. The sheer positive ness of this book makes you want to jump start your life. It's a good one!
"This a great book"
I loved this book and every so often go back and listen to it again as there is so much inspiration in it. Yeah, I know some people say it's just a load of self-improvement mantras rehashed into a new pot, but I love the way it's presented, the change in voices, the changes in tempo and you can't help smiling once you've been listening to it. My only minor niggle is the 'plastic' music used to divide the sections - but I'll forgive this for the feel-good factor.
"Great book"
This book is very motivational and has good ideas. I don't know that the techniques were cutting edge, but are still very practical and enduring. I actually listened to the book twice.
"A classic"
Read the book over 10 years ago (and many times since), then got the audio. Simple & Easy to follow. This book is a classic. I only wish it were unabrigded.
"The magic of starting here!"
This is a great book for me. It definitely keeps me motivated on a daily basis. I love the examples and it provides great formulas for both professional and personal environments. If anyone is willing to move up in the world, and want to strategically make effective plans throughout their lives, it starts with this material.
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The South Dakota Senate voted unanimously yesterday to extend the validity of the state Permit to Carry a Concealed Pistol from four to five years. Senate Bill 166, introduced by state Senator Larry Rhoden (R-29) and state Representative Gary Cammack (R-29), now goes to the House of Representatives where it will be assigned to a committee.
Your NRA-ILA will continue to update you as more information becomes available but now is the time to contact your state Representative and urge him or her to support SB 166. Thank you to the South Dakota Senate for its united support for SB 166 and to NRA members who contacted your state Senator about this pro-gun reform.
The South Dakota Legislature convened its 2013 session by advocating for the rights of law-abiding gun owners. FULL STORY
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The Jimmy Hayes Experience
I was literally in the middle of writing this blog post when the news came out that Shaw has been sent back to Rockford and Jimmy Hayes has been recalled. So although this information isn't new, I'm posting it anyway. Deal with it.
The Andrew Shaw phenomenon appears to be coming to an end. The newness of Shaw on the big club has worn off and he hasn't been playing well of late. He is constantly out of position, his shifts are too long because he gets caught out on the ice, he takes dumb penalties and the offense we saw when he was first brought up has vanished. Morrison, Frolik and Bickell are not going to Rockford so that leaves Shaw as the odd man out. It would be nice to see Shaw sent down and Jimmy Hayes get another shot. Hayes is a bigger body, plays more physical, plays a more solid defensive game and showed a scoring touch in his brief stint with the Hawks earlier this year.
I think it is also time to give Alexander Salak a shot at the NHL level. He was pushing Emery for playing time earlier this year and although that's not saying much right now, Emery did start off hot. He has cooled considerably since then and Salak seems to be doing good things in Rockford right now. Salak is 4-7 with a 2.60 GAA and a .905 Save% this year but he was injured for about 2 months. He has played well in his limited time back from injury. If Salak is going to get a shot this year, it better be soon because you don't want an untested rookie making his first start in the playoffs. He has to be better than Emery has been. Stan might even be able to deal Emery to a fringe playoff team. Having 3 goalies on the NHL roster is not ideal but it might be worth taking a look since the goaltending hasn't lived up to expectations this year.
Another player I wouldn't mind seeing on the Hawks roster again soon is Brandon Pirri. Pirri has 45 points in 49 games for Rockford and was an AHL All-Star this year. He showed good defensive discipline while with the Hawks earlier this year and is responsible on faceoffs. Marcus Kruger has been playing well for the Hawks but until the Nashville game, he hadn't put up any points. It is worth exploring the option of Pirri at center on the Hawks roster as Kruger has been solid defensively for the Hawks but hasn't provided much else. If Pirri can be as defensively responsible, win as many faceoffs and put up some points it would be an upgrade. I understand the organizations lovefest with Kruger but Pirri should at least get another look.
Lastly, Tab from CommittedIndians.com had a great write up regarding the loss of Hammer in the lineup – more specifically, do the Hawks miss him? Hammer is a good shot blocker, is used in a variety of situations for the Hawks and most importantly has been through it before and come out with a Cup. He has been shaky with the puck in his own end, gets handled beneath the goal line and panics under pressure as well though. The combo of Leddy and Hammer was obviously struggling before Nik went down. The Hawks defense and commitment to team defense has been better since Hammer has been out and I am NOT saying it is because of Hammer. Is the insertion of Hammer back in the lineup going to dramatically improve the play of the defense again, especially if Hammer comes back at less than 100%? If the commitment to team D can stay as consistent as it has the last 3 games, is it really a huge loss if Hammer isn't out there? Lepisto has been as serviceable as a 3rd pairing Dman can be and the way Hammer has played this year, he is basically a 3rd pairing guy. Olsen and Leddy are still young but the pairings of Seabs/Leddy and Keith/Olsen have been good of late and playing with 2 grizzled vets has seemed to calm the kids.
If the Hawks are serious about a Cup run this year would a package of Hammer, Emery, Frolik and a Rockford kid be able to bring in a top 6 forward or top 4 defenseman? Stan should at least be exploring the option.
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SUNDAY, Dec. 1, 2013 (HealthDay News) -- Following home-heating safety measures will help keep you and your family safe this winter, experts say.
"Every year, tragically, people are burned, start fires, get an electric shock and even die from carbon monoxide poisoning because they weren't taking proper precautions," Dr. Alex Rosenau, president of the American College of Emergency Physicians, said in a college news release.
According to the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency, more than 2,500 people die and 12,600 are injured in house fires in the United States each year.
Carbon monoxide poisoning is another big concern in the fall and winter. The odorless and colorless gas can cause sudden illness and even death.
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Check all of your home's smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors to see if they are working properly. If they're battery operated, change the batteries. There should be one of each type of detector on every floor of your home.
Have a professional inspect your gas furnace at least once a year. A furnace with leaks or cracks could release carbon monoxide into your home or cause a fire.
If you use a fireplace, have a professional inspect and clean it every year. Keep flammable materials away from the open flame area. Do not burn trash, cardboard boxes or items that may contain chemicals that can poison your home.
If you use a wood-burning stove, a professional should inspect and clean the chimney each year. Make sure you have a safe perimeter around the stove, which can radiate excessive heat. Place it on a flame-resistant surface and use a screen to keep sparks and hot coals from coming out of the stove. Use safe woods, such as oak, hickory and ash. Avoid pine and cedar.
Never use an oven or a gas or electric range as a heating source. This poses a fire hazard, as well as releases dangerous fumes such as carbon monoxide.
Keep a safe perimeter around electric space heaters. Make sure the heater is away from water or flammable items such as curtains, paper, blankets or furniture. Check for faulty wiring that can cause electric shock or fire. Supervise children and pets around space heaters. Turn heaters off before leaving the room or going to sleep.
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