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SECTION 2 - PAGE 3 - t>LAlNDEALER - WEDN Early detection important in treating hypothyroidism A previous column dealt with phenylketonuria (PKU), a condition that can result in severe mental and physical retardation. Today's column will cover another condition that can cause mental and physical r e t a r d a t i o n : p r i m a r y hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland is yhable to secrete sufficient amounts of the thyroid hormone, \ which Health added mandatory hypothyroid testing to the law which mandates PKU testing. The testing is done in the state health department laboratory at no cost to the parents. Hypothyroidism occurs much more frequently than does PKU. About one in 5,000 newborn infants has hypothyroidism, and about twice as many female infants have the condition as males. v Even though the medication stimulates normal growth and development, the nutrition of hypothyroid children must be carefully supervised. They need more iron than other children RENT RINSlHViC the professional do-it-yourself carpet cleaning system First Hour of Rental $1.00 per hour for every hour thereafter. (Example-2 hour* • total charge $1 plus tax.) Special Rental Rate Good Mon-Thurs RINSE 'N VAC cleans the way professionals do at a fraction of the cast. OVERNIGHT SPECIAL I v0:00 pm-ttOO am $10.00 mm 4400 W. RTE. 120 • McHENRY. U do. They also need more meat, fish, poultry, eggs, and enriched breads and cereals. A large quantity of vitamin D is essential; so these children are encouraged to drink at least four glasses of milk each day. Another item included in the diet is roughage such as raw fruits and vegetables. Because they may be more prone to tooth decay than other children, hypothyroid children must be conscientious about dental hygiene. Their diets include only small amounts of foods high in sugar content. It's possible that the hypothyroid child will be on medication for the rest of his or her life. The patient is seen by a physician at least three or four times a year. Depending on how the patient is progressing, the doetor adjusts the dosage of the medication or stops it altogether. PKU and hypothyroidism show up in about 40 to 50 newborns each year. Now, however, we are able to start these , children on treatment shortly after birth. A simple lab test, medication in the form of a pill, and proper nutrition are saving minds and bodies from lifetimes in in­ stitutions. bAYt MAY t, 1964 FBgeneral news Bike-A-Thon planned The American Cancer Societv beginning at 11 a.mrahd enc The American Cancer Society has recently announced that its annual sprint Bike-A-Thon will be held on Sunday, May 20, in McHenry. The starting and finishing point for the event will be\the Pearl Street Park. The course will cover a seven-mile sfretch and riders may travel the course as many times as thpyjgish beginning at 11 a.frr ahd ending, at 4 p.m. Prizes for this year's event * include a four-day trip to Disney' World in Florida, a 10-speed bicycle, free tokens to be used at Another Galaxy, t-shirts, pat-. ches and more. For information sheets and sponsor forms visit the First.' National Bank of McHenry or. call 385-5400. regulates body growth and metabolism. If hypothyroidism is detected early, and treatment is begun soon enough-within the first three months, after birth- the child is able to develop normally, both physically and mentally. Hypothyroidism is detected in newborns by using the same blood sample that is drawn for the PKU testing. In 1979, the Illinois Department of Public Library sets ground breaking Groundbreaking ceremonies for the addition to the Crystal Lake Public Library will take place Saturday, May 12, at 10:30 a.m. A short program is planned, with refreshments to follow. Because the Crystal Lake Public Library is a public facility, all those who attend the ceremonies are invited to bring their own shovels and be an actual part of the ground­ breaking. Everyone will haye a chance to break ground for the library addition, which will serve patrons of all ages and interests. Among invited guests are Crystal Lake Mayor Carl Weh- de, State Reps. Richard Klemm and Jill Zwick, State Sen. Jack Schaffer, Illinois State Library Consultant Ruth Gregory, Ar­ chitect Larry LaRoi, members ofthe Crystal Lake City Council, and librarians from neigh­ borhood libraries. Also taking part in the groundbreaking will be Ad­ ministrative Librarian Arden Perkins and staff, and the Library Board President An­ thony I. Wujcik and board members. Balloons will be given out to all attending, to be released at the conclusion of the program. For further information, contact the Crystal Lake Public Library at 459-1687. 1 s» Stensland experience (815)3857661 Hi*? -»• a. Tjfl f fill 3 2f? if i (1 M|3