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Home My WebLink AboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-08-30, Page 88 Exeter Times -Advocate Wednesday, August 30, 2006 S.H.H. to launch electronic program South Huron Hospital (SHH) will launch an Electronic Patient Record program, benefiting both hospital patients and staff members. Electronic Patient Record Thames Valley cerner engagement leader Patti Marshall held a presentation Aug. 22 at SHH, informing hospital staff of the program. It is designed to electronically keep patient records, allowing for easier and more timely access to records between different hospitals while eliminating as much paper as possible. S.H.H. is hoping to launch this new program by the end of January but is in the midst of planning the project.Above from left are clinical resource nurse and clinical lead Brenda Palsa, subject matter expert for registration and scheduling Lynn Tordoff, emer- gency nurse and integration architect Sheona Baker and lab manager and lab integration lead Connie Thompson. (photo/Nina Van Lieshout) UCW meeting onThurs., Sept. 7 By Mary Peterson CENTRALIA CORRESPONDENT CENTRALIA - Fall is just around the corner, and you don't have to look far to see the signs. Shorter days and cooler nights are the signal for fall agricultural activities in the area. Fri., Aug. 25, many farmers were welcomed to the Huron County Plowing Match at the home of Paul and Cathy Pavkeje. These farm folk compet- ed to see who had the skills to make the best furrows in the wheat field, and enjoyed the food and fellow- ship before beginning the busy fall harvest season and their own fall plowing. Across the road at the Esserys, the Monarch butterflies have returned. They're migrating to Mexico, and chose the grove of spruce and pine trees for their temporary shelter. Families are preparing for the return to school with new purchases of backpacks and binders. Many kids are looking for- ward to getting together with friends again. Labour Day weekend signals the end of summer and return to school. Everyone CENTRAL Drop -In on Sept. 21 By Liz Sangster HENSALL CORRESPONDENT HENSALL - At Hensall United Church service began with welcome and announcements and the passing of the peace. Janet Uren was the minister, her message was "To Whom Can We Go?". The organist was Ralph Topp. Kay Mock was the greeter. Pat Veal looked after the nursery. The ushers were Steve and Anne Marie McGregor. Sue Mann was the reader and candle -lighter. The service closed with benediction and choral amen. All are welcome at the Hensall and Area Community Drop -In at Hensall United Church on Sept. 21. Lunch will be served at 12 noon. At 1 p.m. there will be a presentation by Kim Poulton of the Canadian Hearing Society. There will be cards at 1:30pm. The cost is $5 per person. Transportation can be provided if requested. To register phone Kay Mock at 519-262-3231 or Faye Skinner at 519-235-0258. This event is sponsored by Town and Country Support Services and local volunteers. The sympathy of the community goes to the Bell family on the sudden passing of Marlene. is invited to join for worship and fun at the Kirkton Community Centre on Sun., Sept. 3 at 10 a.m. A barbecue lunch will follow worship. Bring your swimsuits and baseball gloves to enjoy afternoon activities. This is a joint service with Thames Rd-Elimville, Kirkton-Woodham, and Centralia -Zion West. Ladies from Centralia United Church are invited to the UCW meeting on Thurs., Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Rev. Michelle Down is currently enjoy- ing some quality vacation time with her family. She'll return to lead worship at Centralia United Church on Sun., Sept. 10. Worship will resume at the normal time of 11:30 a.m. and, at Zion West, at 9:45 a.m. Everyone is invited to attend. Congregation members may want to note on your calendars that there will be a session meeting at Centralia United Church on Sept. 18 at 8 p.m. The official Board Meeting will be held on Sept. 25 at 7:30 at Centralia United Church. Remember to drive safely and pay attention to the many children walking to school and taking the bus. September is a very busy time of year! IA NEWS 7 Capsule Comments by Ernie Miatello Ws important to heed the expiry dates on antibiotics, insulin and nitroglycerin products. The expiry dates on tablets and capsules has a greater latitude than these items. If you are unsure if a product is good to use, check with your pharmacist. A.S.A. (Aspirin) can help during a heart attack. The standard advice is that if you think you are having a heart attack, chew one A.S.A. tablet while calling for medical help. There are already many self-diagnostic tools available for home use. One home test being worked on right now is one to test for sexually -transmitted diseases. (STDs). Although it probably won't be available for ten years or so, it will save the health system many millions of dollars. As of the end of 2004, only 20 per cent of adult Canadians smoked. Out of all the provinces, B.C. had the fewest smokers with just 16per cent of adult B.C. residents smoking. We keep mentioning the ills of smoking. If you need help kicking the habit, talk to our pharmacists about the various methods available to help you achieve that goal. Living the rest of your life smoking -free will enhance the quality of your life and give you better health. Huron Apothecary Ltd. Phone 235-1982, 440 Main St. Exeter L "YOUR HEALTH CARE PHARMACY" j PHARM ASSIST Queensway enjoys the Theatre HENSALL — Residents and guests enjoyed the Tea Party held Sunday afternoon Aug. 20 with piping hot tea served on the good china and delicious homemade banana loaf. Volunteer Iva Reid assisted at the program. Marie Flynn and her grandson Joseph Flynn entertained with key- board and violin at the Retirement Residence family barbecue held Thurs., Aug. 24 in the courtyard. Their wonderful music had toes tapping and people dancing at the outdoor event. Fun and fitness has been drawing a good crowd to the deck where residents can work out in the open air whenever weather permits, often enjoying their morning refreshments outdoors as well. Volunteer Kay Mock assisted at the Breakfast group Tuesday morning when ham, eggs, toast and peaches with coffee and tea were prepared while the group of eight residents stated their prefer- ence for scrambled, poached or fried eggs, home cured ham and homemade bread were the norm. Rev. John Trembulak led worship Tuesday afternoon with Belva Fuss as volunteer organist. Retirement residents traveled to the Livery Theatre in Goderich for the presentation "Walkabout" on wednesday evening. A drive along St. Christophers Beach and a stop at Tim Hortons completed the eventful evening. Queensway is anticipating host- ing the South Huron Ministerial group for a luncheon meeting Tuesday Sept. 5. We are grateful to the ministerial members as well as others who provide worship ser- vices and pastoral care for the resi- dents. Coming events Fri., Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m. Friendship Friday with Andy and Friends. Wed., Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. Memorial service with pastor Elly Van Bergen. garybean SECURITIES LTD MakeYour Investments Count Stocks, Bonds, Income Trusts, Mutual Funds & RRSP Products Gary Bean Securities Ltd. 588 Main Street South Exeter, Ontario NOM I S I 519-235-4099 1-800-710-5216 Member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and Investment Dealers Association of Canada B You are invited to the 3r1 annual Autumn INDU (NCE EVENING OF EXCEPTIONAL DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT!! Don't miss out!! (the last two years' event sold out) • Great food • Great music • Great location • Great auctions • Great cause! All Proceeds to Beach Enhancement and Clean Water Projects Saturday, September 23 Starting at 5 pm at Huron Country Playhouse $75 per person includes: • Steak & Lobster Dinner • Continuous Entertainment including Quattro Voce, Magic Moments, All Smiles Quartet • One -of -a -Kind Auction For tickets, call Brian Hall at 238 8892 or toll-free 1 877 238 8892 or Paul Ciufo at 235 2740 We thank our major sponsors: RBC Navigator The Southcott Dominion Financial Family Securities Services ®Manulife Investments With you every step of the way' An initiative of the Rotary Club of Grand Bend, Ontario Incorporated. Glenn & Joan Johnson