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^ Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday. January 26, 2000 - 5 ^ DURHAM REGION Influenza spreads across GTA region Widespread influenza activity has Durham Region Health Department officials urging people to take precautions precautions against getting the flu. "If you don't want to get sick with influenza, the flu shot offers your best protection," protection," said Dr. Donna Reynolds, Durham Region Associate Medical Officer of Health. Although immunity will take up to 14 days, protection protection will last throughout the influenza season. "If you've already had a flu shot, you should be protected since the strain of flu that's currently active is covered in the vaccine," Dr. Reynolds explained. People who are currently suffering the effects of the flu or are around people who are ill with the flu can help reduce the risks of spreading the virus by practicing a few simple preventative measures. measures. Dr. Reynolds suggests that you take the time to wash your hands and do it often. Avoid close contact with others, especially those who are at high risk of complications complications from influenza. Cough and sneeze into a disposable disposable tissue and dispose of it properly. But the best way to avoid the flu is to get your flu shot - especially if you are in the high-risk group. "People over 65 years-old or individuals with chronic heart, lung and metabolic diseases, diseases, as well as those with impaired immune systems, are eligible for free flu shots," said Dr. Reynolds. If you are currently struggling struggling with the flu, it is best to stay home, as the virus is highly contagious and can spread through the air when you cough or sneeze. "It's best to stay home, rest and drink plenty of fluids," explained Dr. Reynolds, "otherwise "otherwise you run thé risk of spreading the virus to those you may come in contact with at school or work. Adults can take aspirin, ibuprofen or acetaminophen for fever or muscle aches, while children should only take children's acetaminophen or ibuprofen." Anti-influenza medications are also an option if taken within 30 to 48 hours qf symptom onset. OVEN BAKED ONION RINGS AND POTATO SLICES Great taste without the fat? You bet. This alternative alternative to frying still gives a crispy flavor to onion rings and potato slices, but with less .fat than if fried. ? ' 1 ONION RINGS: Preparation Time: 10 min. Cooking Time: 30 min. Marinating Time: 30 min. ITALIAN SAUSAGE-STUFFED SQUASH Use either a sweet or hot Italian sausage for this Italian-inspired stuffing. Preparation Time: 10 min. Cooking Time: 25 min. 3 1 cup (250 mL) 1/4 cup (50 mL) 1/4 cup (50 mL) 2 tbsp (25 mL) 1/4 tsp (1 mL) 1/4 cup (50 mL) Ontario Onions, cut into 1/4- inch (5 mm) slices, separated into rings buttermilk all purpose flour freshly grated Parmesan cheese dried parsley pepper' salt butter Combine onion rings with buttermilk in sturdy plastic bag, close tightly and let sit at room temperature temperature for 30 min. In another plastic bag, shake together flour, cheese, parsley, and salt if necessary. In large jelly roll pan, melt butter. Drain onions in strainer and drop, a few at a time, into flour mixture. mixture. Shake to coat and place in single layer in butter pan. Bake, uncovered at 375°F (190°C) for 30 min. or until onion rings are tender inside and crisp outside, carefully turning over once with egg lifter. Makes 4 servings. 'NOTE: 1 cup buttermilk can be substituted with 1 cup 2% milk plus 1 tbsp vinegar. Let stand approximately 15 min, before using. POTATO SLICES: Cut 4 medium Ontario Potatoes into. 1/4 -inch (5 mm) thick slices. In plastic bag, combine 1/4 cup (50 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tbsp (25 mL) dried parsley and 1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper; add potatoes and shake to coat. Combine 2 tbsp (25 mL) each melted butter and vegetable oil; spread in large jelly roll pan. Spread coated slices in pan. Bake in 450 b F.(230°C) oven for 30 min. or until golden and crisp, turning once. Makes 4 servings. small Ontario Acorn squash sweet or hot Italian sausage large Ontario Onion, chopped sweet green pepper, chopped cloves garlic, minced Italian seasonings medium ripe Ontario Tomatoes, halved, seeded and chopped salt and pepper grated Parmesan cheese Cut squashes in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Pierce skin in several places with sharp knife. Rinse and place cut-side down on a large microwavable plate, placing thicker ends toward outer edges of dish. Microwave on High power for 14 to 16 min. or until tender. Rearrange halves or rotate dish, as necessary, during cooking for even cooking. Crumble sausage into a medium-size microwavable casserole, add onion, green pepper pepper and garlic. Cover and microwave on High power for 4 to 6 min. or until sausage is no longer' pink. Stir often to prevent meat from clumping. ,Drain off liquid, stir in Italian seasonings and tomatoes, cover and microwave on High power for 2 min. or until hot. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide mixture between squash halves, sprinkle sprinkle with cheese and reheat at High power for 2 to 4 min. or until cheese melts. Serves 4 2 (i 1/2 lb/750 g) 2 (1/2 lb/250 g) 1 1/2 2 : 1 1/2 tsp (7 mL) 2 1/2 cup (125 mL) TRT Sand & Gravel entertain Baltimore TRT Sand and Gravel novices had a break in league play last week, so they picked up an exhibition game with their eastern counterparts in Baltimore. The 'gravel pit' gang started Tyler Armstrong in net and he made some nice saves. Daniel VanderWeer picked up a hat-trick with teammates Alex Campney, Ryan Wood, National Power Skaters mix it Up The National Power Skating Vangrootel with singles. Major Tykes have a mixed bag Anthony Bortolazzo and Peter of results from their last three Williams assisted. Both, Tj league games tabulating one Simpson, Carson Quinn and win, one loss and t?ne tie. Dakota Doyle played strong Earlier in the month, Orono defensively, fell short on the scoreboard los- . Next, the National Power ing to Orono's other tyke team, Skating team traversed to the Dufferin Aggregates 4-3. Bowmanville this past Saturday Gregory St. James and Brandon taking on Hunter Sports Photo. Lane potted singles, as did This match proved to be the Anthony Bortolazzo who most exciting of the three scored his first goal of the sea- which ended with Bowmanville son. Randy Clugston and tying the game at 4 with just 4 Patrick Rernpel collected second left. Hot shots for assists. Jesse Desourdy played Orono were from Brandon a solid game in net for Orono. Lane, Stosh Fabricus, Sean The 'Power Skaters' Bargent and Jordan Moore, rebounded the following Week-. Courtney Elson played two fab- end by defeating A & R ulous games in net for the Flooring 4-1. Goal-scorers major tykes proving to be a were Stosh Fabricus with two, valuable asset to the team. Gregory St. James and Robert Jordan McDonell, Jon DeVries, Cary Konopka and Brian Dillon drawing assists. Gardiner Cole, Steve Donadel, Brian Knapp, Brandon Miller, Garrett Klompmaker, Aaron West, Kevin Jackson and Scott Duquette played an exciting brand of hockey despite the 7-3 loss to Baltimore. PEJflTICIPnCTIOn m <1 Physical Activity 'How much? How often? . .. n . ' .«'■"•I; «*«» j0T m • - Episi C? ■" >$%*' '"'i Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Active Living j