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Adult DD Systems Change Training

// October 22nd, 2009 // Workshops and Seminars

Do you have too many questions and not enough answers about the recent system changes? This is a very confusing time when you are trying to determine what developmental disability services you need and what your plan really covers.

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Plan on attending this training seminar on Saturday November 7, 2009
 8:00 am-12:00 pm @ Unity Church
3021 S. University Blvd.
Denver, CO 80210

H1N1 Flu Scare

// October 14th, 2009 // News That Affects You

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We at Ability Specialists want everyone to stay healthy during this cold weather season. There is a lot going on, and who wants to miss some of these fantastic activies coming up? There is so much media coverage and talk going on about the H1N1 Flu, the “usual” flu, and the fact that Colorado has one of the highest reported known cases of this in the country. It can make the most rational person a bit nervous. When should you be concerned? When should you take precautions?

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), you may have a mild flu if you have some or all of these symptoms: fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aces, headaches, chills, fatigue, sometimes diarrhea and vomiting. Health officials encourage you NOT to go to the emergency room when displaying these symptoms. Going to an ER when you’re not severely ill may result in you actually getting something worse. Call your healthcare provider.

Emergency flu warnings are as follows: difficulty breathing, pain or pressures in the chest or abdomen, sudden dizziness, confusion, sever or persistent vomiting.

People with neurological disorders are higher risk and should talk to a healthcare provider if they display any of the above symptoms, doctors say.

If you are concerned or have more questions, call your healthcare provider before proceeding. For more information, you may visit the CDC website: http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/sick.htm

Practice Good Habits to Stay Healthy!

  • Wash hands frequently with soap and hot water. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also helpful.
  • Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth; germs spread that way.
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
  • Take a probiotic to keep your G.I. track healthy, and thus, less susceptible to germs and bad bacteria.
  • Get enough sleep at night. Being tired lowers your resistance to disease.
  • Get outside at least 20 minutes each day for a good dose of natural Vitamin D. Studies show this is more important than Vitamin C for kicking a cold!