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PACK 2 December 23. 1992 Warm Springs, Orkgon Spilyay Tymoo I Seasonal events, activities make Christmas a special time r M''i''i I ' .1 7 A annual craft fair provides opportunity to buy beautiful handmade gifts for Christmas giving. i " r .nbi V - A''Y I f'iV r ,;, ' 7 y j Of ' UU "' ""tT " t Lr-' Christmas programs help parents and family members get in the mood for Christmas. Students react differently to the event. r 1 j pr-i- -r j n tr ,;fl , 1 I . . - v '' ';' ' I .A - 1 - 1 ' .... ' I -s. - J 7 ivy t: . 1 A V-v" h - I yr- iCs.-) 1 7 V- ( I . 1 1 kj I j Lea LeClaire and son ICzehiel plan their decorating : I making ornaments. 1 Madras High School student Candra Switder packages canned goods collected during seasonal canned food drive. 1 E l ; 11 ... 1 ! iV. y 1 mi 1 v att l!'-..;v.v.,v-' iriiit - -- ' ' . Head Start student hangs ornaments on class Christmas tree at Early Childhood Education Santa and elves visited Craft Fair December 12. Center. Speaker incites youth to make wise choices ff For 17 years, Vern Hoycr investi gated accidents where young people were killed or badly hurt. The element that tied these incidents together was that they involved in some way the use of drugs or alcohol. Stressing he idea that young people must make choices that give them an "If i I .",,v opportunity to haveafull future, Hoycr, an international speaker, addressed students at Madras Jr. High on De cember 16. He showed them vivid photographs of tragic accidents where teenagers were killed and explained to them the importance of thinking about their actions. He spoke to them of the dangers of associating with strangers, of walking alone at night, of respond ing to pressure of peers, of attending parties where drugs and alcohol are used. Hoycr does not advocate the re sponsible use of drugs and alcohol. He emphasizes no-use at all. Speaking candidly to students hesupported them in making the right choices affecting their own lives. The Indian Health Service is sponsoring a two-hour community forum on January 5, 1993 at the Community Center Social Hall Warm Springs beginning at 6:30 p.m. This will be the first in a series of monthly forums the Health Center plans to hold. The purpose is to ex change ideas and obtain input from the community on the provision of health care services in the Warm Springs community. The first session will deal with some contract health issues and gather input from community members on what future topics they would like to discuss. An update on the progress of the new Tribal Health and Wellness Center is also planned. Future fo rums will rotate between Warm Springs and S imnasho. Please contact Russ Alger at 553-1196 for further information. Northwest Traditional Travelers Celebrating Alcohol & Drug Lifestyle, Honoring Veteran's, Reclaiming our Spirit New Year's Traditional Powwow Simnasho Longhouse; Simnasho, Oregon December 31 , 1 992 to January 1 , 1 993 NO CONTESTS Host Drum: White Fish, Jr.'s, Big River, Saskatchewan, Canada Customary New Year's Ceremonies Committee will not be responsible for theft, personal injury, vandalism. For more information: Dallas Winishut, Jr. 553-1150 Vincent Guy Wallulatum, 553-1729 evenings after 7:00 p.m. Jeri Blodgett, 553-1739 Special footcare for diabetes patients helps prevent infection Motivational speaker Vern H oyer talks to Madras Jr. High students about making good choices for themselves. Spilyay Tymoo Staff Members MANAGING EDITOR SID MILLER ASSISTANT EDITOR DONNA BEHREND PHOTO SPECIALIST MARSHA SHEWCZYK REPORTERPHOTOGRAPHER SAPHRONIA KATCHIA REPORTERPHOTOGRAPHER SELENA BOISE FOUNDED IN MARCH, 1976 Spilyay Tymoo is published bi-weekly by the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Ouroff ices are located in the basement of the Old Girls Dorm at 1 1 1 5 Wasco Street. Any written materials to Spilyay Tymoo should be addressed to: Spilyay Tymoo, P.O. Box 870, Warm Springs, OR 97761 PHONE: (503) 553-1644 or (503) 553-3274 FAX No. 553-3539 ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Within U.S. - $9.00 Outside U.S. -$15.00 SPILYAY TYMO0 1992 A walk through basic foot care: for people with diabetes. Goals. To prevent infections, cuts and other breaks in the skin, and other injuries. To detect problems early, and to treat them promptly. Following are things that should be done and why to do it: Keep your blood sugar well con trolled; to prevent infection, speed healing, and prevent further damage to blood vessels and nerves. Do not smoke; nicotine impairs blood circulation. Every day, wash your feet with mild soap and warm water; dry carefully. Pay special attention to the areas between toes and around nail beds; to prevent fungus (such as athlete's foot) and other infections. Inspect your feet carefully every day; to detect any problems early. Cut toenails straight across and not too short; to avoid ingrown toe nails and to avoid cutting toes. Never walk anywhere, even in doors, in bare feet or with socks only, especially if feet are numb. Do not wear open-toes sandals or slippers with soles that can be easily punc tured; to protect feet from being in- Trailer for sale A 1974 Baltimore, 12x48 feet, 2 bedroom. Asking S5,000-S6,000 (pending outcomeof appraisal). Need approximately S300.00 down if eli gible through Tribal Credit Depart ment For information call Curtis or Sarah at 553-1010 after 5:00 p.m. jured by small or sharp objects and to prevent toes from being stubbed. Do not soak your feet without first consulting your caregiver; soaking removes natural oils, causing feet to dry and crack. Skin is soft and easily injured immediately following soaking. If skin on feet is dry, apply lotion to the top and bottom; to soothe the feet and prevent skin from cracking. Do not apply lotion between the toes. Instead, you can apply powder between toes, if desired; to prevent fungus infection by keeping the area dry. Never use commercial corn or callus removers, or strong chemical antiseptics. Never perform "home surgery" and don't use hot water bottles or heating pads on feet; to avoid injury from burns or cuts. Shop for shoes late in the day, when your feet are most swollen, and make sure they fit well; to avoid injuries when "breaking in" shoes. Check inside of shoes daily before putting them on. Use your hand to check for cracks, irregularities and loose objects; to avoid blisters and cuts. Wear cotton socks. Avoid knee high stockings or socks with tight elastic. Change socks often if your feet perspire heavily; cotton lets air through and absorbs perspiration; wet feet arc a breeding ground for bac teria. Tight socks constrict circula tion. Don't cross your legs when vou sit; to maintain good circulation. Take off your shoes at every doctor's visit; your doctor or nurse should check your feet. Contact your doctor, nurse, or podiatrist immediately when you discover a problem; most foot prob lems are much easier to treat when they are attended to promptly. Merry Christmas from the IHS Diabetes Program: Candace, Susan, Colcen. , ; ' ' if. ,.s I w f I J f r i hv A ' h A I V f i Agnes Lumpmouth, center with plaque, stands among nursing staff at the Warm Springs IHS Clinic. Lumpmouth, through selection by her peers among all IHS clinics in Oregon, Washington and Idaho, was named Portland Area Nurse of the Year.