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Home My WebLink AboutClinton News-Record, 1986-11-19, Page 26Page 4A—CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1986 The final night of the Kinette Club's babysitting course was on November 6. Those participants present to write the final test were, in the back row, from left to right Sheahan Carter, Sheila Cook, Kyra Alsworthy, Michelle Goldsworthy, Julie Pugh and Alison Grigg. In the second row, from left to right, they are Kim Dixon, Felix Reid, Jason Carter, Darren Stephenson, Chastity Colquhoun and Stacy Hicks. Front row, left to right, Scott Wilson, Mike Carter, Scott Jewitt, Darren Lavis, Jared Songhai and Mike Nahrgang. (David Emslie photo) MTC winter road reporting service is in effect The Ontario Ministry of Transportation and Communications has announced that its Winter Road Reporting Service for the public went into operation on Monday, November 10. The Road Information Centre at Toronto and the ministry's offices throughout the province have up-to-date information on the condition of all provincial and secon- dary highways •24 -hours -a -day, seven - days -a -week during the winter months. Information on winter road conditions may be obtained around-the-clock by telephoning the attached list of highway in- formation numbers in Ontario. Bancroft (613) 332-3621, Barrie (705) 835-3014, Belleville (613) 962-3451, Brockville (613) 345-3560, Burlington (416) 639-2427, Chatham (519) 354-7504, Cochrane (705) 272-5775, Cornwall (613) 933-4012, Hamilton (416) 639-2427, Huntsville (705). 789-4483, Kenora (807) 548-5910, Kingston (613) 544-2523, Kitchener (519) 743-2621, Lindsay (705) 277-3333, London (519) 681-2047, Midland (705) 835-3014, New Liskeard (705) 647-8104, Niagara Falls (416) 682-6641, North Bay (705) 474-0044, Orillia (705) 835-3014, Ottawa (Engl) (613) 745-7040, Ottawa (Fr.) (613) 745-4166, Owen Sound (519) 376-9683, Pembroke (613) 735-4186, Peterborough (705) 277-3333, Port Hope (416) 885-6351, Preston (519) 743-2621, St. Catharines (416) 862-6641, Sarnia (519) 542-7718, Sault Ste. Marie (705) 256-6255, Stratford (519) 271-8321, Sudbury (705) 522-0388, Thorold (416) 682-6641, Thunder Bay (807) 475-4251, Toronto (416.) 248-3561, Trenton (613) 962-3451, Waterloo (519) 743-2621, Windsor (519) 253-3536. BUSINESS: AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY Phone: 482.7741 GLASS/ ALUMINUM See us for your building projects • Glass and Mirrors • Energy Efficient Replacement Windows • Seamless Eavestroughing • Complete range of Aluminum or Vinyl Siding and Building Products • Window and Screen Repairs • Door Service and Repairs COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL Clinton GrS2`30 mirror and aluminum products 24 Princess St. West, CLINTON 482-3322 FARM PaIZ SALES and SERVICE Installation andParts KEITH SIEMON FARM SYSTEMS LTD. 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Seaforth Office 527-0400 i FARM, HOME, COMMERCIAL AUTO COVERAGES AGENTS E.F. "Bill" Durst 527-1455 Bob McNaughton 527-1571 Graeme Craig 887-9381 Banter & MacEwan Insurance Brokers 11d. 524-8376 JOHN WISE INSURANCE • BROKERS LTD. 482-3401 HOME IMPROVEMENTS C&W Nome Improvements • Remodelling SID • Refinishing and Refurbishing Door Frames. Windows, Baseboards, Staircases • Furniture Refinishing 482-7948 INSURANCE JOHN WISE INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. General Insurance Guarantsed Investments Clinton Office: 482-3401 Res.: 432.7265 REPAIR APPLIANCE end REFRIGERATION REPAIR SERVICE Jim Broodf Oat 482-7032 Epilepsy ® It's not what you think Part 3 By Kathy Bromley There are over 20 different classifications of epilepsy. The following four categories are that of most. common types known and hopefully, you will be prepared in knowing what to look for, what occurs and what to do during these different types, being as each varies. First of all, there is "Simple Partial" seizures (Focal), which are confined to one part of the brain. Mainly adults are affected by this type. Depending on which part of the brain is involved, the victim's hands or feet may tingle or jerk involuntarily, or they may see a flashing light in their field of vi- sion. Also, dizziness, unpleasant sounds, smells or tastes can be experienced. Usually the victim remains conscious. These simple partial seizures will last anywhere from two to 10 seconds and are hard for others to be aware of them occuring. No first aid is required. "Complex Partial" seizures (psychomotor or temporal lobe) as they were formally referred to, are the types of seizures that I am affected with. They vary greatly from one person to another with in- appropriate actions - picking at clothes, chewing movements etc. While in the seizure, the person may walk around and seem disorientated and often are unaware of their surroundings. My seizures have been said to vary from one seizure to the next -one may seem more severe than another, but to me, they are alike being as I do not know where I am or what I am doing. About 90 percent of the time, I will get an "Aura" or an advance warning, that a seizure is about to occur. My aura is a feel- ing of fright, while others experience a fun- ny taste or smell before the seizure. Again, this is another instance where symptoms vary greatly from one person to another. Looking back, I realize that this "funny feeling" which I found so hard to describe to anyone, was also common when I was a child. I can recall nights where I went upstairs to bed and thought nothing of being in the pitch black. However when I had this aura, which lasted the whole day when I had it then, I'd be afraid of even going upstairs, let alone sleeping in the dark ! As time went on, I continued experiencing these unpleasant and unexplainable feel- ings. Trying to describe it to my mother was just about as hard as some days are in get- ting words onto paper. It was literally impossible. I'd like to make a comment at this point, that is very important: If you child comes to you continuously complaining of such ex- periences don't question it and don't put it off and let it ride. See your doctor, as the medical department is well aware that this is one of the first signs to look for and ap- propriate tests can be taken to look into the matter a little deeper. I only wish that I had this opportunity 25 years ago, for I am quite certain that had I been diagnosed at this stage, the proper steps could have been taken to avoid the serious condition I now live with. Again, as epilepsy was kept under the carpet then, no one was quite aware of what they were deal- ing with.' During Complex Partial Seizures, do not restrain the person, but protect them from injuries by moving sharp objects away from within reach. If wandering occurs, stay with the person and talk quietly. The seizures will range from two to four minutes, and it is mostly adults who are af- li fected by them. The most severe type of seizures, and those in which people take for granted as be- ing epilepsy in general, are "Tonic -Clonic" formally referred to as Grand Malseizures. Instead of only one particular part of the brain being affected as in the two types previously mentioned, the impulses involve the entire brain during a seizure. This is why they are referred to being "Complex Convulsive Seizures". They can affect anyone at any age. As the seizure begins, the victim may ut- ter a cry, then stiffen and lose con- sciousness. If standing, the victim will fall. Jerking, then wild threshing movements will occur. There may also be loss of bladder or bowel control, foam at the mouth and the face turning blue. The final stage of the at- tack is a deep stupor, that may last for several minutes and is followed by a long period of deep sleep. The seizures will last for one to three minutes, seldom longer. The first aid should be followed in this fashion: 1.� Ease the person to the floor and loosen any tight neckwear. 2. Protect the person's head and body from injury. 3. Do not restrain the person. 4. Kneel on the floor beside the per- son. 5. Turn the person on his or her side and support the person in this position. 6. Hold the head to the side to ensure an open air passage. 7. Do not insert anything between the teeth. 8. After the seizure, let the person sleep if he or she wishes. The other generalized type of seizures are "Non Convulsive" which is what "Absence" or formally Petit Mal seizures are headed under. Children under the age of 14 are usually affected and are characterized by a five to 15 second lapse ,of consciousness. The child may appear to be in a dream-like state of mind, unaware of the attack. Repeated eye blinking, about three blinks per second, is also a characteristic to look for. Most children are unaware of it themselves and are able to continue their activity during the seizure riding a bicycle for instance. Since absence seizures are easily mistaken for daydreaming, they often go undiagnosed. Fever Seizures affect youngsters under the age of three and are not necessarily epileptic. As the name implies, the seizures are caused by the high body temperature, affecting the youngster's immature nervous system. This has been proven to be the root of my problem. Only when a child continues to have seizures without a fever after the age of three or four, can it be diagnosed as epilepsy. Usually seizures last for only a few minutes, but in some cases they follow each other so closely that they appear to be con- tinuous. This condition is known as "Status Epilepticus", which places a severe strain on the respitory system and can eventually cause death if not stopped by emergency medical treatment. Do's Sr Don'ts For First Aid 1. DO keep calm 2. DO protect the person from injuries. 3. DO remain in attendance - stay nearby until the person is fully alert. 4. DO help maintain airway - turn the per- son on their side as soon as possible for Tonic -Clonic or Grand Mal. 5. DO NOT restrain movement - you cannot stop the seizure. 6. DO NOT force anything in'the mouth. 7. DO NOT offer any food or drink until the person is fully awake. ANNUAL MEETING in the Clinton Town Hall Auditorium WEDNESDAY. NOVEMBER 26 AT 8:00 RM. for the purpose of receiving reports and financial statements for the year ending on September 30th, 1986 electing Directors and Credit Commit- tee officers, appointing auditors; for the purpose of amending By -Laws and of transacting all other business of an Annual Meeting. Lunch will follow the meeting. Door Prizes. Clinton Community CREDIT UNION 70 ONTARIO ST. CLINTON 482-3467 374 MAIN STREET S. EXETER 235-0640 To Adam Kiss, Clinton Gregory Johnston, Clinton Sheehan Carter, Clinton Scott Reid, tfensall Jeffrey Reid, Henson Nicole Bradley, Clinton Eric Broome, R.R. No. 3, Clinton Michael de Jong, R.R. No. 1, Londesboro Jennifer Harris, Clinton Amy Vanderhaar, R.R. No. 2, eayfleld Angie Jervis) Seaforth Kevin Buchanan, Clinton Elaine Rueger, Brinton Rachel Vander Steers, R.R. No. 4, Brussels On November 19 November 20 November 21 November 21 November 21 November 23 November 23 November 23 November 24 November 24 November 24 N :,vember 24 November 24 November 25