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Pace 14 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, December 23, 1998 Para-Influenza Making Rounds In Durham Region r by Jennifer Stone Stall Writer Alilth, the sounds of the season... There are carols and sleigh-bells, of course. ButTyou'll also hear a lew sniffles and coughs this Christmas. According to Dr. Donna Reynolds, Durham Region's Associate Medical Officer of Health, a type of parainfluenza is currently making its rounds. Reynolds says it most often starts with a case of the sniffles and a sore throat. According to the textbooks, it can last anywhere from six to 13 days. And, says Reynolds, "antibiotics won't help." Worse yet, the annual IIu shot will provide no protection protection against this particular particular illness. Reynolds says the best way to treat the bug is to prevent it. "Wash your hands often. Use a tissue, then wash your hands. It's just basic hygiene," she says. If you do fall prey to parainfluenza, Reynolds suggests "supportive measures" -- rest, plenty of fluids, and Tylenol for aches and pains. The bug can cause CLOCA Honours Local Naturalist An Orono man is the first person to receive the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority's Special Recognition Award. Jim Richards was honoured honoured at the 3rd annual Watershed Awards this month for his continuing leadership and contributions towards the stewardship and enhancement of the watersheds. Mr. Richards has dedicated dedicated bis life to nature as a naturalist, naturalist, wildlife photographer, author and wetland activist. His involvement with Second Marsh spans 32 years from 1966 to today. In 1976 he founded the Second Marsh Defense Association and has served as their executive director from then until his formal resignation in 1998. Now known as Friends of Second Marsh, the organization organization has developed a membership membership of about 450 members, donors and sponsors throughout throughout Canada and the USA. In 1984, during Mr. Richards' term, the 300-acre wetland was saved from destruction and in 1993 he forged a partnership between Environment Canada and the City of Oshawa to oversee the -rehabilitation of the water- front area. Today, this awardwinning awardwinning organization "is among the leaders in wetland conservation. Mr. Richards was also a leader with the McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve. Under his direction from 1990, the once open farmland was transformed into a scries of mini-habitats of bush and woodlots, upland meadows and wetlands. Walking trails were incorporated, including a unique trail design for the visually impaired. After his retirement, Mr. Richards was asked to remain as Manager of the Reserve and to continue continue to develop this award winning winning sanctuary. CLOCA presented Watershed Awards to a total of 11 projects. They included recognition of the Oshawa Creek Alive Project, the Durham Children's Groundwater Festival and naturalization planting along the waterfront trail. "The Watershed Awards were created by the Authority to give recognition and show our appreciation for environmental environmental contributions made by citizens, organizations and businesses towards the enhancement and stewardship of our watershed," stated Around the Region A 49-year-old Ajax Minor Hockey Association Ladies' Auxiliary member has been charged with theft and fraud over $5,000. A Durham Regional Police Major Fraud Unit investigation revealed that funds were illegally obtained from the Association between January, 1995 and December, 1997. The funds, in excess of $ 123,000, arc alleged to have been obtained by theft and fraudulent means, and used for gambling. gambling. Evelyn Edith Jervis of Pittman Crescent in Ajax was arrested at her residence on December 17, and has been charged with Theft over $5,000 and Fraud over $5,000. Jervis was in charge of running the charily bingo sponsored by the Ajax Minor I loekey Association, held at a bingo hall in Ajax over a three-year period. In that role, she was required to pay the expenses incurred by the bingo hall and deposit the profit into an account held by the Hockey Association. A total of $32,000 has been recovered. Jervis will appear in Oshawa Provincial Court January 8. Russ Powell, chief administrative administrative officer of CLOCA, in a press release. "Developing partnerships is very important to the Authority and with everyone working together we can ensure the good health of the watershed for years to come." croup in young children. A child with croup is best left sleeping in a cool, moist room with a cool mist vaporizer, advises Reynolds. Young babies can also get bronchialilis, a temporary form of asthma, asthma, as a result of the illness. illness. Listening to the baby's lungs is a good idea if they show symptoms of parainfluenza, says the doctor. The doctor says a trip to the family physician is warranted if any unusual symptoms develop. Having other health problems, problems, or running a fever for more than a few days arc good reasons for a trip to the doctor's office too, she says. Most often, illnesses of this ilk arc brought home from school with children, the doctor says. But, with students out of school for Christinas break, Reynolds estimates the outbreak may not be as bad as usual. "The usual time we sec a lot of spread is during school when there's a lot more mixing of children," says Reynolds. Jungle Cat World Open Year Round Orono's Jungle Cat World Zoo is doing something a little different this winter. The Zoo, located just off Highway 115 at Taunton Road, is open year-round. Each day between now and January 4th, with the exception of Christmas and New Year's Day when the zoo will be closed, visitors will enjoy special holiday rates. And, at 1:30 p.m. every day, visitors can see the "Feast of the Beasts." "Our eats love winter, so they're outside outside all the time," says Zoo staffer Tanya Galea, adding visitors will "get a good view of everything." The Zoo has recently formed a partnership partnership with the Endangered Species Fund of Canada. The ESFC is dedicated to protecting protecting some of the earth's most precious species from extinction through hands-on programs and public awareness. Extensive breeding programs at Jungle Cat World Zoo have reproduced such endangered species as Cotton Top Tamarins, Snow Leopards, Ring Tailed Lemurs, Siberian Tigers, and Amur Leopards. In fact, the Jungle Cat World is home to Kalinika, the world's only hand-raised Amur Leopard. Kalinika, one of the rarest and most endangered cats in the world, was born at the zoo last July. Currently, as lew as 30 Amur Leopards arc estimated to survive in the wild. When a stable captive population of Amur Leopards is established, established, the ESFC hopes to re-introduce some offspring into the wild. Jungle Cat World is looking for support and volunteers to help out with the ESFC. Prospective volunteers can drop resumes off at the Zoo. More information is available available by visiting the Zoo's internet site at , .www.junglccatworld.com. K jsatfc *■? GENTLE AS A HOUSE; CAT -- Tanya Galea cradles Kalinika, who was born July 28. Kalinika is the first hand-raised Amur Leopard. She makes her home at Jungle Cat World in Orono, where she was born. For the first time, this year the zoo is open year-round. mtm WmJT It 1 F rjt 'AS: ■uB » is Wm m i a o aagpiarpim a □ o BOWMANVILLE BUSINESS CENTRE Mi Jr ' 1 IÜ forai Ml ■> . 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