Herald & Lantern 29 February '84

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Health Watch

by D' Roben C. Beitman

causes and types of arthritis One cause is that

AVALON - 'Hie first meeting of the borough Square Club will be held in Avalon Borough Hall 8 p.m. Friday. The recently elected officers and appointed chairmen will preside at this and regularly scheduled meetings throughout the summer. Elected to office were: John H. Walter, president; Louis Irmler, first vice president; George Robinson past president; Robert Ewart Jr., treasurer; Victor G Brobst, secretary; Everett B. Townsend, active member. Appointed as chairmen were: Robert Settle, finance, George Gadsby, publicity, James A. Luke, sergeant-at-arms; Edwin M Peters, steward; William Hogan, by-law’s; Herbert Spencer, initiation; Louis Irmler, program; John Mladjen, nominating; John W. W. Murphy, chaplain.

First Honor

WILDWOOD — Because of a change in one grade, Lisa Grookett, a senior at Wildwood High School, has been named to the first honor roll for the second marking period. She had previously been listed on the second honor roll. The first honor roll requires that a student make

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Richardson

Reenlists

CAPE MAY - Spec. 4 Elvira Richardson, daughter of Annie B. Richardson of 413 Elmira St., has reenlisted in the U.S. Army in Primasens, West Germany, for an additional three years’

military service.

Richardson is an administrative specialist with the 59th Ordnance Brigade. She is 1980 graduate of Lower Cape May Regional R*gh School, Lower

Township.

Siblingson Dean’s List STONE HARBOR - A

local brother and sister have been' named to the Dean’s List at their colleges. They are Melanie Faye Colson and Christen James Colson, daughter and son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank E. Colson, 10115

Sunrise Dr.

Melanie was named to me Dean’s List at Furman University, Greenville, S C. Christen made the Dean’s List at Elon College. Elon, N.C.

Ham, Cabbage VILLAS — The Altar and Jmsary Society of St. Raymond s Church will hold a bam and cabbage dinner It P- m Sunday at the church auditorium, East Dcean Avenue.

Arthritis is the subject of our new mini series. A common misunderstanding in .our country is the belief that arthritis is one specific disease. Actually, arthritis is a catch-all term for a family of nearly 100 conditions which have as their primary symptoms joint and muscle pain. The differences among these various types sometimes require different medica-

formed at the place where two bones meet. “Cartilage" is a smooth rubbery substance that covers the bones of each joint to act as a shock absorber and cushion to the stress of weight and movement. “Synovial fluid” lines the joint between the cartilage covering each bone. This lubricates the joint much as oil lubricates your

., engine to prevent friction w iwunue me aaoea lions and treatments Ear- and destruction of the, stress. This associated pain

ly proper diagnosis and parts. “Ligaments” are treatment can help control straps of tissue which con-

from the pressure of time and weight upon the thin cartilage layer. Eventually this protective layer wall thin and become flaky or cracked to the point where the underlying one begins to thicken and become

distorted.

Without proper cushioning, painful rubbing takes place in the joint and muscles can become strained and fatigued trying to handle the added

makes you reluctant to use the joint, and consequently muscles may waste away due to their Lack of use. OTHER PROBLEMS can include an inflammation of the fluid lining the joint, an infection in the joint, genetic joint weaknesses, and the formation of bony spurs which distort joints, rub and cause pain. Very little has been discovered regarding the underlying reasons for arthritis. However, with proper diagnosis some people

can obtain relief of their disease and some control In the following weeks, we will go into the detail of several types of arthritis and how they develop Major forms include “osteoarthritis", “rheumatoid arthritis". “infectious 'arthritis",* “ankylosing spondylitis", “gout", and the related conditions of “bunions" and “bursitis". Health Watch is a public education project of the Cape May County Unit of the American Cancer Society.

number of arthritis forms, although there are

no known cures.

Ts comprehend the types of arthritis we need first to understand the anatomy of our “joints". A joint is Lung Assn.

Regional Branch

Mrs . Thomas H . McGlade of Haddonfield, president of the American Lung Association of New Jersey, Tias announced the opening of the association’s new regional office, which will serve seven Southern New Jersey counties, including Cape May. Located at 615A Cincinnati Avenue, Egg Harbor City, the office will offer the medically accepted local programs and services of the American Lung Association. "THE AMERICAN Lung Association of New Jersey, as the official agency of ’Christmas Seals' and the American Lung Association, conducted the 1983 Christmas Seal Campaign in the seven-county South Jersey area. By contributing to the 1983 Christmas Seal Campaign, South Jersey residents have guaranteed the continued availability of local Lung' Association programs,” said Mrs.

McGlade.

'The programs include the American Lung Association's “Freedom From Smoking’’ withdrawal clinics and selfhelp manuals to help people quit smoking ; “Superstuff”, a self-help education program for children with asthma and their parents; "Smoking and Pregnangy,” a program designed to encourage and assist women of child-bearing ages not to smoke; and professional education ana research programs for nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians and health administrators. For information about Lung Association programs and/or materials, call 965-5500. GI in Germany CAPE MAY - ArmySpec. 4 Juan V. Lugo, son of Juan V. Santiago of 816 Lafayette St., and Creola B. Lugo of 13 Braod St. Court, has arrived for duty in Nellingen, West

Germany.

Lugo, an administrative specialist with the 2nd Support Command, was previously assigned at Fort .

Eustis, Va.

nect the joints together. IN YOUR BACK, these parts have somewhat different names, although the concepts are siinilar. "Vertebrae” is the plural name for the bones of the neck and back. The cartilage takes the form of pads called ‘discs’’. Ligaments hold the spine in formation. Of course, the spine (backbone) also serves the important role of protecting the spinal

cord from injury.

Much can go wrong with these joints and related structures that is not arthritis. This includes diseases of the connective tissues, the most familiar

of which is “lupus”.

Keeping the anatomy in mind, we can partially understand the major

FISHERIES INDUSTRY

EXECUTIVE

A mojor public agency in the New York New Jersey region is seeking an executive experienced in all aspects of the fisheries industry for the post tion of Manager. Fisheries The Manager. Fisheries will oversee the devei opment of a major commercial FISHPORT in Brooklyn playing a principle coordinating role in marketing and planning work The Manaa^r Fisheries will also administer a bi-state fisheries development foundation a vehicle fo conduct fisheries research and promotion work to expand fish consumption, nationally and internationally Candidates should have a broad background in the commercial fisheries field, encompassing the harvesting, processing and distribution segments. Proof of previous positions held with substantial responsibility is an essential prerequisite Candidates should have a good deal of negotiating experience in the private or public sector and a broad knowledge of marketing and sales techniques He she should be able to interrelate effectively with leaders in industry, federal, state and local governments, communities, and the Agency's executive staff Salary negotiable. Send resume and salaA' requirements to Box 354 AG C 271 Madison Avenue. 5th Fir. New York. New York 10016 Equal Opportunity Employer M F

This year, put more in your own pocket, less in Uncle Sam’s. □PEN AN IRA ACCOUNT E APRIL 16!

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