ora ae Page Bé — Terrace Standard, Wednesday, February 5, 1992 HEART MONTH Knowledge lacking The results of a recent ma- tional survey of Canadians’ knowledge of stroke indicate that the public. needs more education about this deadly disease, Six out of 10 Canadians know someone who has had a stroke, yet most Canadians are unaware of the extent of disability and death caused by . stroke, Stroke is the leading cause of disability in Canada. However, almost 50 per cent of Canadians believe that car accidents disable more people than any other cause. Canadians also fail to realize that stroke, along with heart at- tacks and cancer, is one of the three leading causes of death in Canada, In a stroke, blood flow to an area of the brain is suddenly disrupted, leading to nerve cell death. As a result, the parts of the body controlled by those nerves can no longer function, Stroke is caused by a blockage or rupture in a brain artery, needed, During February, Heart and Stroke Foundation volunteers will be canvassing for donations. Part of that money goes towards educating the public about the twin killers. And the article produced here shows those education programs are In Canada, there are 50,000 new stroke patients and more than 14,000 deaths each year, according to Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada statistics. ; In recent years, physicians have relied upon ASA {aspirin) to help prevent stroke in high risk patients. While ASA has proven useful with many pa- tients, there is a new prescrip- tion drug available in Canada ‘which offers significantly more protection. This new drug. Ticlid (ticlopidine hydrochloride), will alter the way physicians treat people at risk of stroke. Ticlid can reduce by 47.6 per cent more than ASA the risk of in- itial stroke. during the first year in those patients who have ex- perienced one or more of the warning signs of stroke. Those Canadians surveyed displayed a good understanding of the four major warning signs of stroke. If you experience one or more of these problems, see your doc- tor at once or go {o an emergen- cy department immediately. * sudden dramatic weakness or numbness of face, arm and/or leg on one side of your body, which only lasts a few mintues. * temporary loss of speech, or trouble speaking or understanding speech, * temporary dimness or trou- ble seeing, particularly in one eye. headaches or change in the pat- tern of headaches. Strep can be serious By DR. DAVID BOWERING Did you know that..a “strep” throat is a sore throat caused by a bacteria known as the Group A Betahemolytic Streptococcus (GABHS)? Many sore throats are caused by a virus or bacteria other than GABHS. Most of these clear up on their own without specific treatment. Sore throats caused by GABHS tend to be severe and. often involve a high fever, The throat is usually quite red and there may be white spots on the throat, back of the mouth, or on the tonsils. . It is not aways poss te. maeotine _betwebi strep’ throat and one cans. ed: by a virus without ‘specifically testing for GABHS. For this reason it is advisable to consult a physi- cian for any severe sore throat with fever. , A “‘strep’’ throat which is not treated with suitable an- tibiotic may be followed by a cat a7) By irdronior dd} Did you know that.... Courtesy Skeana Health Unit more serious disease such as Rheumatic Fever which af- fects the joints and the heart of Glomerulonephritis which damages the kidneys, These diseases seem to represent a delayed response to infection with GABHS. They can be prevented by ensuring that “strep”? throats are diagnos- ed and treated properly, GABHS can also, cause a UT Pees Shock-Like Syndrome (TSLS). This rare*but very serious disease usually starts with an infected cut or break in the skin. It rapidly pro- gresses to a spreading infec- tion with severe pain, high fever, collapse and in some cases death. Early recagni- tion and prompt treatment is ’ enemy , which, ¢ oxi, | tis; “formation consult. .your fd the key to curing and surviv- ing an episode of TSLS. For- tunately TSLS, although caused by GABHS, is rare and is not something that results from a ‘‘strep’’ throat. We have known about the Streptococcus: bacteria and the strain known as GABHS for many years. It is an old patinues, to respect in iogaeFonmorern: ‘physician or contact. the Skeena Health Unit. What are your questions and concerns? Write us at: “Did You Know That’, Skeena Health Unit, 3412 ‘Kalum S&t., Terrace, B.C. V8G 4T2. More cash calendar wins Winnie Coburn of Terrace and Eileen Brackenbury of Smithers had their Dr. R.E.M. Lee Hospital Foundation cash calendar numbers drawn on the - right days. Coburn’s came up on Jan. 31! and Brackenbury’s the follow- ing day which made them $100 winners, double the normal dai- ly draw prize. Happily settling for $40 over the past 10 days were Jan and Elizabeth Swan, Clifford Gravelle, Dianne Bell, V. Leclere, John Beddows and. Shelley Houston of Terrace, Tom Mesich from Smithers, Kitimat’s Linda Lewis, Sytvia Wiffen of South Hazelton, Murray Sadler from Prince George and three Albertans — Joane and Gard Catew from Calgary and Vic Winthers of Lethbridge, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS |. -. ‘ pe rae 635-6128 iat 635-2182 * sudden, severe or unusual. if in Mills service saves Mills Memoria! Hospital has received the go-ahead from the provincial Health ministry to establish a laparoscopic cholecystectomy service. The service is used in about 80 per cent of gall bladder cases and is expected to reduce the time patients spend in the hospital’ by an average. five days. - That will mean operating costs savings for the facility which in turn will repay the $63,000 seed money provided by the Health ministry. FRIENDLY PEOPLE, FRIENDLY PLACES ACROSS THE NORTHWEST. Special Team.Rates SLUMBER LODGE MOTOR INN TERRACE, B.C. PHONE 635-6302 FAX 635-6381 For Chain Wide Central Reservations Call . TOLL FREE 1-800-663-2631 FEATURING February 12th - 16th, 1992 WELCOMES The “OLD TIMERS HOCKEY” Tournament THE _ GRAND TRUNK RESTAURANT .homestyle cooking at reatonable rates... Executive Broadcast Operations Northern Native Northern Native Broadcasting Is one of the youngest Native Communications groups in Canada. During the coming years this society will become one of the leaders in Native com- munications. Wa are looking for candidates for the posi- iion of Executive Producer with the B.C. Native Communications Society — Northem Broadcasting based in Terrace, British Colum- bla. The position will ba both challenging. and rewarding for an individual dedicated to a broadcasting career. The executive producer will play a key role in the development of this young and dynamic organization. One of the key tasks of the position will be to help In the development of satellite radio programming for a culturally diverse audience. The successful candidate must have ex: perience in all aspects of radio broadcasting and a strong employment performance record. Experience in television production is an asset. The Executive Producer will be familiar with the culture and political issues of Native people in B.C, and Canada. The successful candidate for Executive Producers: position ‘wilkbe-ari experienced oe . ret Fro edtay a) morehrirn ya Me tre A seesten crned daleen :6 Month Probationary: Perlod:::: ris Jae Producer Broadcasting broadcaster, with excellent interpersonal skills © and a strong management sense as a Plo- gram and news director, Northern Native Broadcasting is located in Terrace, B.C., a community of 20,000 that is very attractive in its mountainous environs, mild weather and the recreational, educational and lifestyle opportunities it presents to its residents. If you are interested in this position please send a complete resume, covering letter and audio resume to: Mr. Ray Jones General Manager Northern Native Broadcasting Box 1090 Terrace, B.C, V8G 186 Closing Date: February 4, 1992 Start Date: March 2, 1992 Salary: Negotiable Wey Tae be riser Vonwas owe thin, rl: than ‘Pla yo We Coase at age WESTAR TIMBER LTD. (NORTHWEST OPERATIONS) COMMISSION. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS AND INTERVIEWS Mr. Garth Langford of West Vancouver, B.C. and Mr. George Watts of Port Alberni, B.C. have been appointed as Commissioners of the Westar Timber Ltd. (Northwest Operations} Commis- sion. The Terms of Reference for the Commission are as follows: 1. To examine the forest tenures, conversion facilities {including the Carnaby and Kitwanga Sawmills and the whole log chipping plant at Westar Timber Ltd. in the Hazelton Kilwanga area and to make recommendations to the Minister of Forests concerning possible options for the sale of the northwest operations of Westar Timber Ltd, and the transfer of the associated forest tenures. 2. To consider the following factors In making Its recommendations on possible options for the transfer of forest tenures: a) timber supply and profile; b) timber conversion capacity: c) aboriginal interests; New Hazelton) and other associated assets of | d) wood requirements for conversion facilities of other companies and the interests of communities associated with those requirements. ae 3. To consider the following objectives of the Provincial government in making Its recommenda- tions on passible options for the sale of operations or the transfer of forest tenures: - a) to establish and maintain viable operations and a competitive forest Industry consistent with available timber resources; b} to promote long term community stability In the Kitwanga Hazelton area and the Northwest of the Province generally: c) .to increase involvement of aboriginal peaple in the forest sector of the economy; d) to maintain a sustainable forest management regime. The Commissioners will be conducting public hearings and individual Interviews (scheduled by appointment) in Hazelton and Kitwanga as. follows: a 1) Fri. Feb. 7, 1992: Hazelton Public Hearing (open) Starting at 9:30 a.m. Gitanmaax Hall, Hwy. 2) Sat. Fab. 8, 1992: 3 Sun. Feb, 9, 1992: Hazelton intarviews by appointment, interviews by appointment. 62, Hazelton - 4) Mon. Feb. 10, 1992: a) Interviews by appointment, ; . Kitwanga -b) Public hearing (open) - starting at 1:00 p. “@ltwangak Hall, Kitwanga. The Commissioners invite any and all interested Individuals, organizations, companies _and businesses to present submissions elther verbally or in writing at the public meetings ~ or In.an Individual interview. Advance notice of submission Is requested if possible, but is not required. ° For further Information or to apply for an appointment for an interview thne, tact Angela Wesley in Terrace, 8.C. (Phone: 838-1727 or Fax: 638-0700) please con-