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SECTION Z • PAGE IX - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. NOVEMBER 2,1983 general * . 4 , Senior Action: The legality of burning leaves Illinois hospitals slow cost rise to half Illinois increase in itals slowed the total costs to has nationwide fr $82, to June, 1963, Hospital Association announced. T Data collected for June, 1983, show that total expenses for Illinois community hospitals Kose five percent over June, 1982, compared to a 12.2 percent Increase for hospitals across the Country. Inpatient expenses in Illinois rose even more slowly during that time at 4.1 percent, compared to 11.5 percent nationally. The growth slowdown lues a pattern of dec in Illinois whi began at the end of 1960. Illinois hospitals reporting for the first half of 1983 indicate that total and inpatient expenses " at a rate of only half national average. From January-June 1983, m Illinois, total and inpatient expenses, respectively, ran 6.6 to 6.1 percent higher than for the January-June, 1982, period, compared to 12.8 and 12.4 percent for hospitals nationwide. During the same time, hospitals throughout the state reported decreasing utilization with admissions down 4.2 5.6 percent and length of stay down 1.6 percent. According to IHA President Kenneth C. Robbins, declines in hospital days and admissions largely can be attributed to dramatic increases in one day surgery programs, increased use of outpatient services and massive cutbacks in funding for the state's Medicaid program. "Illinois hospitals are clearly turning the tide on rising health care costs in this state- a direct result of concerted efforts to increase efficiency, productivity and utilization control/' Robbins said. TAKE OFF & This column contains answers to questions that are frequently asked at Lieutenant Governor George Ryan's Senior Action Centers. Q-I am 80 years old and do my own yard work. There are so many trees on my property that it is impossible to bag all of the leaves during the fall months, Is it legal to burn leaves in Illinois? A. - State law prohibits the burning of landscape wastes, which includes leaves, in counties with more than 200,000 Die. These counties are Cook, *age, Kane, Lake, Madison. Peoria, St. Clair, Will ana Winnebago. . If you five in a county with a population under 200,000, state law allows you to burn land­ scape wastes under certain conditions. You can burn only on the property where the land­ scape waste is generated or at a supervised site designated by a local unit of government. Leaf burning regulations set by a local unit of government take precedence over state law only if they are more stringent than the state's regulations. Contact your village or city hall for information about your community's leaf burning or­ dinances. Die Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) savs everyone burning leaves should take the following precautions: ...burn only in daylight, and on a day when the air is clear and the wind is blowing at about five miles per hour. ...Do not leave your fire unattended. ...Have a hose ready for emergencies. ...Do not burn on asphalt streets. ...Do not let your fire create a visibility hazard for pedestrians and-or motorists. If a fire is getting out of control, contact your fire department immediately. Call your local law enforcement if the fire becomes a Q. -I am planning to buy new storm windows ana more in­ sulation for my home. There are many advertisements for these products. How do I know which are the best products? A. - The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Says to be wary of product advertising that claims energy savings "up to" a certain percentage. This may iches the advertised efficiency levels. Before buying (1) check with your local Better Business Bureau to see if complaints have been filed against the product's manufacturer or dealer, (2) ask the dealer for names of buyers in your area to see if they are satisfied with He product, and (3) ask the salesperson questions about the home which the manufacturer uses in the energy efficiency claim, and compare it with your own home. If you are not satisifed with the answers, contact the manufacturer. Complaints about misleading advertising for energy-saving devices can be filed with the Federal Trade Commission, Sixth Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C 20580, The Illinois attorney general also has a Consumer Protection Division. Additional information and complaint forms can be obtained from the Attorney General at either 53 West Jackson, Room 335, Chicago, 60601 (312-793-3580; or 500 South Second Street, Springfield 62706 (217-782-1090). Q. -1 am a senior citizen who enjoys hunting and fishing. Are there any special discounts from the State avaiHtfrie for me? A. - Illinois residents age 65 and older are not required to purchase a state hunting license or the State Migratory Water­ fowl Stamp. However, they must have the necessary state per­ mits to hunt deer or turkey, and {He Federal Migratory Waterfowl Stamp. State permit applications are available from the Illinoi%^Department of Conservation, Permit Office, Lincoln Tower Plaza, 524 South Second Street, Springfield. Illinois 62706. The Federal Waterfowl Stamp can be pur­ chased at your local post office. Senior residents 65 and older are also exempt from having to a state fishing license, a Salmon Stamp even if they are taking salmon or trout. The Illinois Conservation Department has 1963 Hunting, Waterfowl Hunting, and Fishing Digests. They list the limits ana the season dates for taking game and fish.. Copies of the Digests are available free of charge by writing to the Department, Division of Law Enforcement, at the address listed above or by calling (217) 782-6431. - My friends and I enjoy through the woods in Are mere any special safety precautions we should take to avoid injuries in a hunting area? A. -If you must be in an area where hunting occurs, the best precaution to take is to wear a solid blaze orange vest or jacket and cap. That allows both hunters and non-hunters to be seen, and easily distinguishes them from game. Q. - Are there any state agencies which provide safety information and-or programs? A. - The State Police present programs to schools, civic clubs, youth and fraternal organizations and others who are interested in learning more about traffic safety and crime prevention. Topics include defensive tactics for women, burglary, shoplifting, driver awareness, pouce tools, traffic safety, drugs, autotheft, bicycle safety, child molestation, and many other law enforcement related subjects. Contact the State Police headquarters in your area to arrange a program. You should call at least four weeks in advance of the date you want the program. - The headquarters are listed in the white pages of your phone book under "Illinois State of... State Police." r The state fire marshal has programs available on fire prevention and safety. Arrangements can be made by contacting the office in Chicago, 160 North LaSalle Street, Room 1722, 60601 (312-793-2693), or in Springfield, 3150 Executive Park Drive, 62706, <217-785- 1021). Disaster preparedness (tornados, floods, hazardous wastes, earthquakes and so forth) information and-or programs are available from the Illinois Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA). Contact your local ESDA or Civil Defense Agency for assistance. They arelistea in the local phone directory and at most village halls. Program- information request can also be sent tp the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency office in Springfield, 110 East Adams, 62706 (217-785-8626). Other state agencies also have safety-related information available on various topics. These include biking, driving, home security, motorooat safety and snowmobiles. Contact Lt. Governor Ryan's Senior Action Centers toll free, 1-800-252-6565, if you need help locating in­ formation. WITH S2">0,000 OF FLIGHT INSURANCE AT NO ADDITIONAL COST Free diabetes screenings offered Nov. 7-11 PR< )\ IDI I) I () > ()l THROl (.11 BERGNER S TRAVEI HEADQUARTERS W i l l i I \ < I I P I \ M I K k l I I M R ( N A S I I ) tt/K Fully computerized United Airlines Apollo reservation system • A l l a i r l i n e s • A d v a n c e c h e c k - i n s • C a r r e n t a l • As part of a nationwide campaign to discover the "unbiown" diabetic, the Crystal Lake Ambutal will once again offer free diabetic screening tests, Nov. 7-11, at the Ambutal. • C a r r e n t a l s M o t e l r e s e r v a t i o n s F O R F U L l D E T A I L S C O N T A C T Y O U R N L A R C - s T T H A V F i H F _ A O G U A R T E R S S p n n q H i l l M a r , 4 ^ 6 - 9 1 0 0 I r ave l Dept . Hours ' Mon . -Thurs . 10 :00a m • 6 :0 U p m : Fr i . 10 00am 8 :00pm; Sa t . 1 0 :00am-5:00pm. Closed Sunday . 'also women of childbearing age. Known diabetics should not have the test done. i The free diabetes tests will be given at the Ambutal Nov. 7, 9, 11, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on An estimated five million Nov. 8 and 10, from 2 p.m. to 9 Americans have diabetes and do p.m. No appointments are not know it. Early detection necessary, however a special means early treatment, early^- menu must be followed prior to treatment means better control, jffthe test. and better control m< longer healthier life. The way to be sure is to have a blood test. ' j v test is recommended for anyone age 14 or older, over the age of 40, overweight, has a family history of diabetes, and breakfast It yon are going for the test in eattne following for o hours before you go (meals should be eaten within 20 minutes); fruit (banana or large glass of fruit juice), one cup cereal (cooked or flaked), * cup milk, 2 teaspoons sugar, 2 pieces toast or bread, 1 tablespoon jelly or iam, coffee or tea (decaffeinated only) with cream or sugar if desired. If you are going for the test in the afternoon, eat your normal breakfast and ope of the two (banana or large glass of fruit juice), meat or cheese sandwich with 2 slices of bread, dessert (cake, pie, pudding, etc.) one serving, 1 cup milk, coffee or tea (decaffeinated only), with cream or sugar if desired. No. 2 Hamburger and bun, small french fries or potato chips, 1 serving dessert, large glass or can decaffeinated pop (not diet), coffee or tea (decaffeinated) with cream or sugar if desired. If you are going for the test in the evening eat your normal breakfast and lunch and one of the test lunches for your dinner. After the test meal do not smoke, drink regular coffee of tea, eat additional foods or beverages, or do heavy exer­ cise. For more information on diabetic screening at the Am­ butal call (815) 455-3650. Time's running out. Before January winds blow and your teeth are chattering, put your house in order. - Put an Energy Conservation Kit to work for you. 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