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SPILYAY TYMOO r ' JUNE 3, 1983 PAGE 9 1 I1 ■ FDA looking for tamper-proof packs Since the deaths in Chicago in late September, caused by Tylenol capsules that had been refilled with cyanide, FDA and the major manufacturers of nonprescription drugs have been working together to re v ie w w h a t p a c k a g in g technology and machinery are available and how to most effectively protect the public from product tampering. used if the seal or barrier was not intact when the product was bought. FDA Commissioner Arthur Hull Hayes, Jr., M.D., said th e r e g u l a t i o n “ a llo w s manufacturers flexibility as to which methods or tamper- resistant packaging will be used. We realize new methods are being developed all the time, and we want to encourage new protection methods.” Accordingly, FD A pub lished on November 5 uniform “ W hile it is v irtu a lly standards for nonprescription im possible to m ake any drug manufacturers to tollow package tamper-proof, it is in providing tamper-resistant p o ssib le to m a n u fa c tu re packaging for their products— packages in such a way that effective within 90 days in tam pering is m uch more many cases; difficult and that if a product is tampered with, it can more Manufacturers can choose easily be detected by a careful among various techniques— consumer,” HHS Secretary seals, shrink bands and bubble Schweiker said. “That is the or strip packs, for example— intent of this regulation.” but would be required to The regulation becomes highlight the barrier with a distinctive design that would be effective in steps. Since hard to d uplicate. Each February 7, 1983, tamper- product will also have to resistant packaging has been predominantly display a labef required on most nonprescrip statement that the product tion capsule and liquid drugs should not be purchased or (including eyedrops), except topical dermatologic products, the new packaging was also required at that time on certain cosmetic products that may be susceptible to tampering, such as mouthwashes. By May 5, 1983, tablets and s u p p o s ito rie s —w hich are considered less susceptible to tampering—were requiring to have tamper-resistant packag ing too. The delay is designed to ensure that the more susceptible products, such as liquids and capsules, have prio rity in ob tain in g the technology and machinery needed to make them secure. M anufacturers had until May 5, 1983, to add the label statement and the distinctive design for bathers. This delay reco g n ized the p ra c tic a l difficulties these features may pose, although some manufact urers may be able to beat the deadline by months. In 15 months from now the date this regulation was published in the Federal Register, no ove'r- the-counter drug could be sold w ith o u t ta m p e r - r e s is ta n t packaging. Aluminum windows need care Aluminum storm windows do not need painting, but they do need occasional care to protect them from corrosion. Left alone, aluminum window frames will eventually develop a coat of white oxidation. They will become pitted and; grimy- looking. Prevent this unsightly condition by scrubbing the aluminum with a solution of detergent and warm water. Protect the clean frames with a coat of automobile wax. If damage from oxidation and pitting is already extensive, scrubbing alone will hardly suffice. After cleaning the metal, apply an aluminum polish to remove excessive oxidation. In cases of severe pitting, the only effective cleaning process is brisk rubbing with fine steel or bronze wool. Rub until the a lu m in u m is re a so n a b ly smooth and bright. Then wash with detergent and warm water. Dry and immediately apply automobile wax. When chidren move back home of keeping track of who makes which calls. The increase in the family food bill will depend on how much and how well the new h o u se h o ld m em ber e ats. According to the October 1982 USDA cost of food estimates, the food costs for a man between the ages of 20 and 54 eating all three meals at home ranges from about $65 on a thrifty food plan to $125 on a liberal plan per month. Many adult children are While you are talking about returning home to live with food costs, also discuss meals. their parents. Often this move Sometimes, mothers expect to is because an adult child is prepare, three meals a day for either unemployed or in the the child just like she used to process of divorce and is and the child is planning to eat e x p e r i e n c i n g f i n a n c i a 1 at home only if she or he problems. This return home happens to be at home at will change the household mealtime. Sometimes the child expenses of the parents. One expects th a t m other will more person does make a prepare three meals a day just difference. Anticipating the like she used to and the mother change in the parent’s finances is planning to cook only if she will help both the parents and happens to be hom e at the child plan and planning will mealtime. minimize family conflicts. Adding another person to Most household operation the household will not increase costs will increase with the the rent, but check your lease. addition of a person. The cost If your lease specifies the of fuel for hot water will be maximum number of people more hot water used for who can live in the house or bathing and laundry. Utility apartm ent, exceeding that costs will increase because number is a violation of the there will be more food cooked lease agreem ent and the and more lights used. landlord could cancel the lease. The long distance telephone If the new h o u se h o ld bill often increases if the new member will be using the family household member either used car, notify your automobile to live out of town or is looking in s u r a n c e a g e n t o f th e for work out of town. Before a d d itio n a l d riv e r in the calls are made, decide who is household. If the person is paying for them. Devise a way under 25tor has a poor driving Family Lifelines— p ry n n ri record, the cost of the in s u r a n c e w ill in c re a s e . Determine who is paying for what automobile expenses. The new household member should be aware that the worldly goods she or he is storing in mom and dad’s basement and garage are most likelv not covered by mom and dad’s household insurance. A se p a ra te po licy w ill be necessary, if insurance is desired on the child’s property. Talk about money arrange ments. Be as specific as possible. How much money are th e p a r e n ts w illin g to contribute to help the child? Is this financial help viewed as a gift or a loan? How much money can the child contribute to the household? Is the child expected to help out with household tasks? If the child is going to pay for his or her share of the household expenses, discuss what expenses are to be shared, how much is to be paid, and when the money is to be paid. As you discuss costs, know whether you are talking about marginal costs or average costs. Marginal cost is the amount by which expenses are increased when an additional person is added to the household. Average cost is the total household cost divided by the number of people in the household. Talking about the family finances is not easy. But not talking will create misunder standings and fqrpily conflicts. frpm Pennle Albrandt, Lee Hamilton and Doris Brackett ' Be a sharp shopper when buying clothes Be a sharp shopper when buying clothes by reading la b e ls a n d e x a m in in g workmanship before purchas ing. Check fiber content. Fabrics are made of different fibers and blends with a wide variety of looks and textures. Read care instruction labels. Some garm ents m ust be drycleaned. However, most children’s wear, casual clothing and some outerw ear are w ash ab le. M any fa b ric s, including woolens, may be washable. The label indicates the method for washing and drying that assures good results. Instructions tell whether to machine wash or hand wash; to use a regular, permanent press or gentle wash cycle; to tumble, line dry or dry flat. Included are water and dryer temperatures. Use of bleach, recommendations to wash separately and iron tempera tures are other points that in s tru c tio n s co ver w here applicable. Many garments require little or no ironing particularly those made of synthetics, blends and cottons with special finishes. The need for ironing can be lessened advises the soap and d e te rg e n t a s s o c ia tio n by avoiding over-drying and removing items from the dryer promptly at the end of the cycle. For line drying, smooth seams, collars, cuffs, plackets as clothing is being hung up. If fabric content and type of care is suitable, then check workmanship. For good and long-lasting fit, the grain or yarn in the fabric should be straight up and down or across as it is w orn. Exam ine patterned garments, especially plaids and stripes, to be sure that they match at center and side seams, pockets, sleeves and collars. Look at seams and hems. Are they smooth, wide enough and finished to prevent ra v e lin g o r s p littin g ? Is stitching uniform and straight with thread that matches the garment? Reinforcement at points of strain is important particularly for garments that will get hard wear, such as active sportswear and children’s clothing. Be sure closures and trim are firmly sewn on. Quality clothing has button-holes that are stitched firm ly an d evenly w ith re in fo rc e d e n d s. N o t if buttonholes are the right length for buttons—either too long nor too short. Zippers should be flat, smoothly sewn and inconspicious, except for novelty types meant for trim as well as function. Counselors selected for 4-H camp June 20 B uffy H u r ta d o , P ix ie Sanders and Mary Kay Leno were among nearly 25 would- be 4-H camp counselors from J e ffe rso n and D esch u tes Counties to attend a counselor training weekend May 21 and 22. All three have been selected to be counselors at Round Lake camp June 20-24. The training weekend was held at a vacant home about ten miles west of Terrebonne. There was plenty of warm weather and sunshine (and a few sunburns) and everyone enjoyed themselves. There is still snow up at Round Lake although it is melting fast with the warm weather and should be gone before camp. Some of the things covered during the weekend session were get acquainted games, the game scheduled, song leading, skits, s to rj :elling, natu re discovery, first aid at camp, rules for games, behavior p ro b le m s a n d d isc ip lin e , putting together a “couselor basket,” and how to conduct the flag ceremony. There was plenty of time to try out some of the .things that*, were taught like how to fold the American flag and telling stories around the campfire. One nature discovery idea participants tried was sitting alone for five minutes just listening to the sounds around them. Everyone was amazed that the five minutes passed so quickly and at how many sounds there were that people rarely take the time to listen for. At 4-H camp, counselors will have an hour each evening to plan nature discovery type activities for the six to eight campers in their cabins. At the end of the training, each applicant was interviewed by the camp staff and the difficult task of selecting who was “in” and who was “out” began. One question asked was, “What part of the training did you like best?” “Learning ways to handle situations that might come up,” was the most common answer. Another interview question that some of the counselors were asked was, “Was this weekend worth missing the Prom for?” The answer was an unequivocal, “yes.” . ■ ■ ■
