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Canadian Statesman (Bowmanville, ON), 22 Oct 1994, p. 28

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« MÊ mmm mmmk m Æ WÜB& ymjÆ^J^T ^r* 1 1 T-, v : Xr - : - ; ■.: $j&*P*WW This October, the Lung Association Association will re-commence its very successful successful Asthma Out-Reach program for asthmatics living in Ajax, Bow- manville, Oshawa and Port Perry. This free program (funded by a grant from Glaxo Canada Inc.) aims to reduce hospital admissions and improve improve the quality of life for asthmatics asthmatics of all ages by taking current information information out into each community. Early detection and proper treatment treatment are major factors in determining the outcome of Asthma. Through education, education, and by encouraging compliance compliance with prescribed medical therapies, therapies, the Asthma Out-Reach promotes a more normal lifestyle for asthma sufferers. Asthma Ôut-Reach Sessions operate operate on a rotating cycle, two evenings a week at various centres. Each evening, evening, Respiratory Therapists will review review different aspects of asthma and its treatment. Hands on assistance will be given in the use of inhalers, peak flow meters and other breathing devices. Asthma Out-Reach Sessions will begin in Bowmariville on Tuesday, October 25,1994' at the Bowmanville Memorial Hospital. All sessions start: at 6:30 p.m. . For more information, or for details details of other Asthma Out-Reach locations, locations, call the Lung Association at (905) 436-1046. Incineration Discussed In Hope Twp. Meeting Dr. Paul Connett, world renowned expert, on incineration, will join a panel of Hope Township community activists on Monday, October 24th, at 7:30 in Canton Church Hall, to discuss discuss the hazards of garbage incineration. incineration. The meeting is being held in response response to public pressure to convert the local Wcslcyvillc Generating Station Station to an incinerator. ri © © Ï 28 The Clarington Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, October 22,1994 Schools Join United Way Fund-Raising Following the. largest kick-off held in recent history, the organizers of the United Way campaign are looking forward to. success in many areas, but perhaps the most encouraging encouraging and exciting opportunity involves the United Way campaign work with: in the Education Division of the campaign. campaign. In many area schools, this wèek has been designated "United Way Week", and much canvassing and special event activity is planned and will benefit the '94 campaign. The Division chair is Wayne Henry, Henry, a vice principal at Central Collegiate Collegiate in Oshawa. Under his direction,. teachers, administrative staff and students students alike in schools all across our area have embraced the challenge of helping those less fortunate^ and giv- . jng a "hand up" to the more than 80,000 people who benefit each year from services provided by 40 agencies. agencies. : . - "The United Way campaign is a wonderful way to help in many diverse diverse areas. Whether seniors,- or chil : dren, whether the physically challenged, challenged, or helping people prepare for, or. return to work,. many are - helped in a highly cost effective way. I believe it is a wonderful opportunity opportunity for all of our students to contribute to our community in a very tangible and immediate way." The overall campaign goal this year is 3.2 million dollars, and "the success of the education division ac : tivitics is crucial within the total picture", picture", according to Pauline Laing, the general Campaign Co-Chair this year. "We are grateful to Wayne, Ken Bunner, Jim Osborne,, and A1 Dren- rian for their direction, effort and insights. insights. Indeed, we are grateful to, and pleased with, all of the volunteers recruited recruited throughout the schools, it is a wonderful positive story." "ïï 1 l fa? CSi AT OSHAWA CENTRE? j&ecome a star shopper just by shopping at Oshawa Centre! Take advantage of all the special sale prices during Best Buys Clearance Days AND scratch & win any of these terrific prizes with the star shopper • rewards card that has been delivered to your door! His & Her Tagheuer Prize valued at over $4,500.00 TAGHeuer SWIM KArt Siti Ikfl Oi/tuKHi All-Inclusive to Villas Çôralin Santa Lucia, Cuba compliments of Sunquest âtilMarlin VW Travel 1.00 ' A MONTH V. sfrm FOR A YEAR IN ANY STORE AT OSHAWA CENTRE! al$d tfefTC 8 over 1,500 instant prizes! McDonald's Big Macs™, designer T-shirts, & gift certificates to be claimed at Oshawa Centre, Oct. 17th - 22nd. Stop by the new Star Shopper Rewards Booth for more information.

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