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.
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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
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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.