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Nov
05
2009

Protecting Yourself From H1N1

So after some dialog w/friends on Twitter, I realized that maybe a good and simple article on protecting yourself from H1N1 (aka Swine Flu) might be in order.

To start, H1N1 is no more dangerous than the regular seasonal flu…..seriously! The problem is that since the H1N1 is a relatively new strain of Influenza A (or seasonal flu), it can spread more easily. Our natural immunity to the Influenza A virus over the years allows us to fight it with simple solutions as dayquil & theraflu.

So what can you do to protect yourself here in good old Alaska (or anywhere for that matter)?

First the masks you bought to handle volcanic ash from Redoubt won’t work. The micron level won’t stop a virus. Those masks (e.g. painter’s masks) are designed to stop large particulates while allowing you to breathe normally.

Oh…and surgical masks are the same density as painters masks so they won’t work either.

So what do you do?

Wash your hands especially before touching your eyes, nose or mouth. It’s that simple!

Hand sanitizers help, but unless you do a THOROUGH wipe (accessing all nooks & crannies of the hands) you may still be spreading the virus. With hand sanitizer, use a gratuitous amount & rub ALL OVER especially the webbing of your hands. The sparing dab while keeping your fingers closed allows a possible spread.

Sneezing/coughing in your sleeve works if you are wearing long sleeve shirts otherwise your skin will deflect the virus into the air around you. Not wearing long sleeves? Use a tissue! Handkerchiefs only work if you WASH YOUR HANDS after putting it away in your pocket.

Another thing to point out is that you CAN NOT get the flu from a flu shot. Normal flu vaccines have dead cells which can’t cause the flu. As far as the H1N1 having live flu cells, they are genetically different from H1N1 so you won’t get the Swine Flu from the vaccine. Jury’s still out on if you get the other flu.

Also…don’t forget to eat properly and get enough sleep. That’s an easy & fantastic way to avoid getting the flu of any kind!

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Written by Karl in: Announcements,Information |

Sep
04
2009

MDA Alaska District Needs Your Phone Skillz

As most everyone knows, Labor Day also includes the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon.

While the grand festivities will be going on in beautiful Las Vegas, there will be local telephone support as well.

MDA, Alaska District needs your help to fill in holes & to be there for the people manning the phones for things like bathroom breaks, etc.

Free food & depending on circumstances, you might get to be on TV!

If you’d like to assist in any way, please contact Christa Gardner at cgardner or 907-276-2131.

Thank you in advance for just reading this, & hopefully we’ll see you at the Millennium Sunday!

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Written by Karl in: Announcements |

Sep
03
2009

Come out for Family Ties Foundation Monte Carlo Night!

A good friend of mine is having a fund raiser for his foundation – Family Ties Foundation. The foundation is to assist the wounded warrior & their families as they transition back from combat.

I hope if you’re able to come and help, that you’ll be willing to assist in this fine cause.

Dear Friends,

As you know, Family Ties Foundation, is a 501(c)3, non-profit, non-partisan charitable organization created to provide immediate financial support for the families of Wounded Warriors deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom. Everyday military families are faced with financial hardships while coping with the trauma and stress of a Wounded Warrior. Our mission is to alleviate, as much as possible, the initial financial difficulties endured on a daily basis by the family, while our Wounded Warriors recover from injuries sustained during Combat Operations.

This year we are focusing our fundraising effort in Anchorage and Eagle River, AK. Here are some details,

Who: Your business sponsoring a ‘Monte Carlo Casino Night’
What: Help raise funds for Wounded Warrior Families
When: 9/11/09 7 – 12 pm
Where: VFW Post 9785, Eagle River, AK

Why: To raise funds for the families of Wounded Warriors, to raise awareness about the need to help those families, and to celebrate our remembrance of those who died on 9/11 at the hands of Terrorist.

How: With your help; We want you to sponsor one of the many game tables at the ‘Monte Carlo Casino Night’, a minimum of $500 per table, for as many table as you want. Your donation will be tax-deductible.

This is a call to action; we believe that we are all of the same mindset, whether you agree with the War on Terror or not, we need to support those who willingly sacrifice to keep our country free. I hope that your business, or entity, finds a way to help us. We look forward to hearing from you, one way or the other. You can reach me on my cell, (907) 748-7747, or by email, juan

Please feel free to forward this email to all your friends, or give them my contact info, and I will be more than glad to speak with them and ask them to support Family Ties Foundation in our effort to help Wounded Warrior families.

Sincerely,

Juan J. Guerrero
President
Family Ties Foundation
www.familytiesfoundation.org

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Written by Karl in: Announcements |

Aug
16
2009

Come Join Us For The Tasty Tweets

A Benefit Bake Sale!!

Price: Admission is free, but bring your wallet and generosity.
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2009
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: Bella Boutique
2601 Spenard Road
Anchorage, AK 99503

On June 1, 2009 a fire in a neighbor’s house spread and completely destroyed “The Pink House” and all of its contents. All family members made it out safely, but all their possessions were lost. Insurance will help, but it has not been cut-and-dry for restoring and replacing the 100 year old Juneau landmark and the family’s belongings.

This bake sale will be a great opportunity to gain some friends, some sweets and help a good cause. Proceeds to benefit the Stanley family rebuild their lives and their home. While it was the Anchorage Area Twitter community that sparked this, by no means do you need to be a Twitter user to participate.

Also if you aren’t able to attend the August 29 bake sale, you can still contribute by visiting http://www.basinroad.com and clicking the donate button or dropping donations by Alaska USA and making a donation to the “Pink House Donation Fund”.

Special thanks to @Valette and @yishrocks for getting the ball rolling on this opportunity to serve; and big thanks to Bella Boutique for hosting.

If you are interested in submitting/donating baked goods to the cause, shoot an email to bakesale for any guidance and details.

A generous offer has been made to match any cash raised on-site between 1pm and 2:30pm dollar for dollar up to $1000…so come early come often.

Also feel free to invite others and pass this event along to any Anchorage area friends.

View/download the posters:

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