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SECTION 2 - PAGE I - PLAINDEALER-WFWME8DAY. JUNE 7.1»78 YOU AND YOUR PET ARE YOU MOVING? Subscribers are requested to provide immediate notice of change of address to The McHenry Plain- dealer, 3812 W. Elm St., McHenry, II. 60050. A deduction of one month from the expiration of a subscription will be made where a'change of address is provided through the Post Office Department. By Robert L. Stear, D.V.M. Manager of Veterinary Services Norden Laboratories r Senior Hot Line j Veterinary Medicine- Prom Folklore to Facts In the late 1700's, veterinary medicine in the United States was a blend of folklore and reports slowly arriving from the European veterinary schools. Local experts, often self-taught, recommended treatments ranging from blood­ letting (in horses, as much as a gallon each time) to brewer's yeast. Farmers tending sick stock in isolated areas often had no assistance but the ad­ vice of their friends. During this period, the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture responded to the need for veterinary medical in­ formation by publishing detailed descriptions of animal diseases. The society also called for the establishment of an American veterinary school - an effort that resulted in the founding of the country's first veterinary school, the Veterinary College of Philadelphia, in 1852. The establishment of other veterinary schools soon followed and today there are twenty-six accredited schools of veterinary medicine in the United States and Canada. Some mid-western states heavily dependent upon agriculture but lacking veterinary schools, contract with out-of-state schools to reserve places for their own students. Competition for admission to veterinary sctels is fierce, and applicant* jnust have an outstanding college scholastic record. College level mathematics, chemistry, biology and physics are minimum requirements. Once in veterinary school, the student concentrates on the structure and function of normal animal systems, the etiology (cause) of disease, and the study of infectious agents, such as fungi, viruses and bacteria. Typical courses in­ clude animal behavior, nutrition, the effects -of medicines and diagnosis and treatment of disease. Optional •ooraes can Include en­ vironmental toxicology and zoo And wildlife medicine. The last year or two of the three-to-five year program exposes the student to surgery and work in the clinic. V e t e r i n a r i a n s h a v e numerous opportunities for employment - in aerospace medicine, laboratory animal medicine, teaching and research - to name a few. Some will work for the Public Health service or other regulatory bodies that deal with animal- related problems affecting human health. Veterinarians preferring private practice can specialize in large (farm animal) or small (companion animal) medicine. One aspect of veterinary medicine that is sometimes overlooked is its contribution to the understanding of human disease processes. Frequently research into animal disease points the way to better treatment of human patients. Research into leukemia in cats, diarrhea in calves, liver disease in terriers and respiratory and heart problems in keeshonds have contributed much to our knowledge of these diseases in human patients. There are currently over 31,000 veterinarians in the United States and Canada, and more are urgently needed. If you're interested in a career in veterinary medicine, a listing of North American veterinary schools is probably available at your public library. Or you can write to the American Veterinary Medical association, 930 N. Meacham road, Schaumburg, 111., 60196 for more information. Dr. Stear regrets that he is unable to personally answer letters from pet owners. He suggests that readers consult their own veterinarians when their pets have problems. r YOUTH I ! ON THE • I MOVE I Life Is Now - Illinois 4-H members have an opportunity to take part in the Illinois Teenage Substance Abuse institute. The event will be held at 4-H Memorial camp, Mon- ticello, July 18-22. Teenage 4-H members may apply by con­ tacting the county Extension Office for an application. The teenage Institute on Substance Abuse is founded on the belief that every teenager has the capacity to make sound decisions regarding his or her own life based on accurate information and an un­ derstanding of one's self and one's motivations. Bringing teenagers together with expat resources in a relaxed and honest atmosphere will offer them an opportunity (offtake a personal decision concerning use of alcohol and drugs based on accurate information and enable the participants to return to their communities and share this knowledge with their peers. Q. What are the camping fees for senior citizens this year at state-operated campgrounds? A. Persons aged 62 through 64 can visit state-managed campgrounds at half-rate. Individuals aged 65 or older, as well as the blind and disabled can camp at state cam- ogrounds without charge. Q. Then what would be the charges if senior citizens wanted to visit National parks? A. There is also a 50 percent discount on camping and recreation fees for seniors at National Parks, as well as free admission to over 260 National parks, historic sites and monuments. Older Americans may write for their "Golden Age Passport", to the National Park service, 2510 Dempster street, Room 214, Des Plaines, IU. 60016. Q. What about the cost of hunting and fishing licenses? A. Senior citizens aged 65 or older and the disabled are exempt from purchasing hunting and fishing licenses. Blind and disabled persons do not need a fishing license. Disabled persons and those aged 65 and over who intend to hunt waterfowl are exempt from purchasing a state waterfowl stamp. However, they will need a federal duck stamp. This does not apply to non-residents. Q. How can we assure a conservation officer that we are senior citizens or truly disabled? A. Persons should carry some form of positive iden­ tification showing age, such as a drivers license, Medicare card, Golden Age Passport, or in the case of the disabled, some form of documentation that the person is suffering from some form of physical impairment. Q. Can you tell me about the activities for the Illinois State fair this year in regard to senior citizens? A. Persons aged 60 and over receive half-price admission to the fair, in Springfield. One day of the fair is set aside as Golden Age day and senior citizens are admitted free until 4 p.m., if they have identificaiton that they are a senior citizen. Golden Age Day this year is Friday, Aug. 18. The senior citizen tent will be at a new location this year-in the area just east of the Old Con­ servation building. There are many daily activities planned, including entertainment and the traditional contests such as the couple who has been married the longest and the oldest man and the oldest woman. The tent is also near other interesting activities such as the game tent, the ethnic fair and womans' world. Don't Miss the Plaindealer's Father's Day Supplement Appearing In The Friday Plaindealer! It's Full of Gift Ideas And Suggestions For Dad's Big Day I This Certificate is worth Ml MUM iff when presen­ ted with any incoming order of $5.00 or more i Professional Dry Cleaning Leather Suede Cleaning Clean Only (Coin Op)if* [Tailoring Alteration Stoamex Rental Draperies Etc. 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