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®!* |Jortlanh (Obstruer A p ril 18. 2012 Page 17 Vision c o n t i n u e d f r o m page 11 Although the Elks preschool vision and screening program, which is offered by the Casey Eye Institute, has been ongoing for years, this is the first year glasses have been provided to the children in need in an effort to prevent a lifetime of eye conditions, which could have been prevented. According to OHSU, fifteen percent of all children are at risk of developing amblyopia, also known as ‘lazy eye’, between the ages of three and five. This condition requires treatment before the age of seven to avoid long-term damage, but if left untreated, may lead to a lifetime of unnecessary vision impairment and possibly blindness. While some school districts offer vision screening programs for school age children, formal screening should begin at age three to ensure good vision, which is essential for proper physical development and educational progress. Early detection provides the best opportu Dr. Summy To, owner of Myoptic Optometry, with Irma Cortez, whose son Isaiah received new glasses through the Oregon nity for effective, inexpensive treatment, they Elks preschool vision screening program at Albina Highland Head Start school. The lenses were created and provided at said. below half price to the Oregon Elks preschool vision screening program by Myoptic Optometry. Youth of the Year c o n t i n u e d f r o m page 11 adjust to his new life in the United States. Lopez said, “Before the Boys & Girls Club it seemed that wherever I went, I was hopeless, exhausted and unloving. However, the staff at the Club was always there to sup port me with positive attitudes and smiles. This is what I crave and love about my Club.” Lopez is an active member of the Inukai Family Boys & Girls Club in Hillsboro, where he has volunteered hundreds of hours over the past few years. He also has been involved with Torch Club, SMART Moves, and has served as the President of the Keystone Club. “As I explored all the Club had to offer, I transformed into a leader and mentor to those around me,” said Lopez. This summer, Lopez will compete against other youth from states lo cated in BGCA’s Pacific Region. If named regional winner, he will be awarded a $ 10,000 college scholar ship and advance to the national competition in Washington DC. The National Youth of the Year receives an additional $ 15,000 col lege scholarship and will be installed by the President of the United States during a ceremony in the Oval Of fice. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Port land M etropolitan Area, which serves more than 25,000 young people each year, is a youth guid ance and development agency that has provided a safe and positive place for kids to go after school since 1946. For just $5 per year, children ages 6-18 can attend the Boys & Girls Clubs, which offer programs in five core areas: the arts; sports, fitness and recreation; health and life skills; education and career development; and character and leadership development. For more information about the B oys and G irls C lu b , v isit www.bgcportland.org. For c o n tra c tin g o p p o rtu n itie s w ith th e C ity of Portland, visit the Procurement Services website at: http://www.portlandonllne.com/omf/purchasing YiTTTPr- c o n n e c t w ith us City of Portland Procurement Services 1120 SW Fifth Avenue Room 750 Portland Oregon 97204 503-823-6855 Dr. Billy R. Flowers (above center) and his skilled staff are ready to help those in need. THE SPINA-COLUMN An ongoing series of questions and answers about Americas natural healing profession Part 33. Osteoperosis and Bone Loss Reversal : I have osteoporosis and now my back has a more “rounded” look. What is this? : You might have started to develop a “dow ager’s hump” or an abnormal outward curving of the vertebrae of the up per back. Bones become brittle with osteoporosis and the upper verte brae can collapse on each other, causing a rounded appearance. To help stop and even reverse bone loss: • Develop good body mechan- • Exercise regularly to help ics through exercises to improve strengthen bones. Talk with adoc- your posture. tor to learn exercises you can safely • Eat a diet rich in calcium and perform. vitamin D. Your doctor might pre- Consult a chiropractor if the scribe a medication to help prevent curvature o f your upper back further bone loss. causes pain or discomfort. Flowers' Chiropractic Office 2124N.E Hancock Street, Portland Oregon97212 Phone: (503) 287*5504 ► r
