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SMOKE SIGNALS UtisED&Bs 5 Bandaid Brief By Donna Brencman, FNP Summer is coming I promise and so are the painful sunburns. A lot of people cannot wait to soak up some of those rays. If you want to tan, it is best to start off slow short amount of sun exposure, approximately 10 minutes gradually in crease the time that is tolerated and no sun burn occurs. If you plan to spend the day in the sun it is important to use sunblockers. Children are more sensitive to the sun; burning much faster and deeper. Some medications a per son is taking may cause increased sensitiv ity to the sun; burning faster and causing skin rashes. If you have a sunburn, treat the pain with aspirin, Tylenol or Advil. Wear protective clothing like hats, long sleeve shirts and pants to prevent further skin damage. Take tepid (cool) baths help to cool the skin. Do not apply oil type of lotions or baby oil, be cause they may cause skin to hold the heat in and burn deeper. You may apply oil free lotions to keep the skin soft. Drink plenty of fluids (water and juices) and rest! If large blisters appear andor upset stom ach with vomiting, you may need to go to the clinic or Urgent Care Clinic. These symptoms are a sign of deep bums and heat stroke. Be sure to ask a family member or friend to stay with you the first night, to have help if serious problems occur. YES, SUNBURNS ARE "HAZARD OUS TO YOUR HEALTH." Family history of skin cancer and re peated prolonged exposure to the sun in creases the chance for skin cancer. If you have a mole that is changing darker black color, irregular shape, growing larger and bleeds easily then you need to see your health provider soon. So be careful out in the sun (when it gets here) and have a great time. i Let's Talk Teeth By Linda Mann, RDH We had a nice turn out at the Mother's Day Luncheon held on May 10 at the Community nyy Center. About twenty vlf a 1 exDectine and new moms came to enjoy a wonderful lunch and listen to informative speakers present on topics directly relating to mother hood. A special thank you goes to the work ers helping at the event. Congratulations to Trina Green, winner of the Mother's Day drawing. Trina won a miniature tea set. This month's drawing is for a calendar especially for fathers. If you're a father, be sure to stop by the dental clinic to enter to win. Winners of the Medical and Dental Clinic's Coloring Contest for April were Kylee Wilson preschool; Nicholas Ster ling - Kindergarten; Lindsay Wilson - 1st Grade; Stephanie - 2nd Grade; Jennifer Clark - 3rd Grade; Christina Amato - 4th Grade; and Amber Robertson - 5th Grade. Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to all who participated. Watch for the next coloring contest coming up in July. Hunter safety course: sign up by June 17 The Fish and Wildlife Department will be conducting a Hunter's Safety Course. The first meeting will be held at the Tribal Community Center on Wednesday, June 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. The class will be limited to 10 students. Anyone is welcome to par ticipate. The deadline to sign-up will be Monday, June 17. For more information please call Karen Larsen at 879-2376 or Kelly Doerksen at 879-2382. Summer youth activities OMSI SALMON CAMP June 30 to July 5 This is a science, math and technology camp for Native American Indian students entering 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade. Salmon Camp will follow the life cycle of the salmon from the headwaters of the Warm Springs River to the Pacific Ocean. Con tact Education: Lisa Leno at 879-2278. SPIRITUAL ENCAMPMENT July 12-14 A mini pow-wow, encampment and sweat will be held Grand Ronde. Families are encouraged to participate. Contact Wellness: Bonnie Tom at 879-20 16 or 1-800-422-0232. KONAWAY NIKA TILLICUM August 23-29 This camp will be held at Southern Or egon State College and Rogue Community College in Ashland, Oregon. Native Ameri can youth in grades 5th and 6th will inter act with students while being challenged by creative, imaginative instructors and activi ties. Students will spend time with tribal elders and leaders during classes, lectures, and outdoor presentations. APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 31. Contact Education: Lisa Leno at 879-2278 or 1-800-422-0232. It's time to prepare for Pow-wow season CRAFT CLASS will be held every Tues day in June and July, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Community Center. The first project is moccasins, and next will be pouches. You must pre-registcr so there is enough sup plies. There is a fee for non-tribal mem bers. Contact Camillc Mcrcicr at 879-290 1 . DRUM AND DANCE CLASS will be held every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., start ing June 5. Everyone is welcome. Class will be held under the covered area of the Community Center. Both classes are sponsored for your en joyment by the Pow-wow Committee. Pow-wow news bulletin Hi, my name is Julie Little and I am run ning the kitchen for the Pow-wow this year, August 16-18. I am looking for some ex perienced, reliable people to work during the Pow-wow. If you worked last year and you are still interested in working this year, please call me. I'm willing to have old and new staff. Please contact me by June 30. Julie Little, Tribal Contract Health (503) 879-2009 or 1-800-775-0095 Help us schedule Fall Term classes The 1995-96 school year is coming to a close and we need to begin planning for Fall Term 1996 classes. The Education Division needs your input regarding Fall Term course offerings through Chcmcketa Community College. Please call in your class recommen dations no later than June 8, 1996. You can reach us at 879-2275 or 879-2276. 4 ANNUAL VETERANS' POW-WOW Saturday, June 8 at the Grand Ronde Grade School Doors open at 8 a.m. Grand Entry: Noon to 4 p.m. Dinner: 6 p.m. DRAWINGS AND RAFFLE BAKE SALE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC All Drums & Dancers Welcome Contact: Marcellus & Sharon Norwest 879-5878 Bud Haskins 879-5211 Sponsored by Grand Ronde Veterans' Committee mm TUESDAY, JUNE 18 1:30 to 5 p.m. at main Tribal office parking lot Tribal children ages 6 to 12 To participate you must have a bike and wear a helmet. Any questions call: Bonnie 879-2016; Jill 879-2018; or Tammy 879-2017 Stories and photos wanted for Annual Report The 1995-96 Grand Ronde Tribal Annual Report will honor tribal veterans. We are interested in hearing your stories, seeing your old pictures (in uniform, on duty, on leave!), and talking to you about your military experiences. DON'T BE SHY! We assure you that nothing will be used without your approval and permission. If you are willing to share your military experiences and anecdotes with the Annual Report writing team, please call the Smoke Signals office and leave your name and number. We will contact you and take it from there. Many thanks for your anticipated (and positive) responses! The Smoke Signals direct line is (503) 879-2264 or 1-800-422-0232.
