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Blue Mountain Eagle
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Community HEALTH BEAT
WHAT’S
HAPPENING
The deadline for What’s Happening items is 5 p.m. Friday.
Call the Eagle, 541-575-0710, or email editor@bmeagle.com.
For meetings this week, see our list in the classifieds.
THURSDAY, APRIL 5
‘Architecture of Internment’ exhibition
Quality Healthcare Close To Home
170 Ford Road, John Day • 541-575-1311 • www.bluemountainhospital.org
Advice from a Respiratory Therapist
Winter has come and gone; the days are getting brighter and longer! Spring is in full bloom and
beckons us to get out and enjoy the freshness and beauty of the new season. But, for the millions of
Americans who suffer from recurring allergies each year, the joy of an otherwise perfect spring can be
blunted. Along with the innocent budding trees and colorful flowers that open up to greet us this time
of year comes a torrent of pollen that rides the air and quickly finds entry into our bodies through our
respiratory system. This prepares the immune system to react the next time it is exposed. Allergic
rhinitis, or hay fever, is an inflammation of the nasal passage mucous membranes resulting from
exposure to these allergens blown about in the air that we breathe. Symptoms often include a runny,
itchy nose as well as scratchy, watery eyes.
Here are some ways to reduce the impact of environmental allergens:
*Allergens are often tracked into the house from outside and tend to be more concentrated around the
entryways. Having a good-quality door mat to wipe the feet with will not only keep your carpet
looking nicer, but can help keep those nasty allergens from taking up residence in your living area.
*A little spring cleaning is not a bad idea, especially if you haven’t done it in a while. Start with a
careful dusting of each room from top to bottom, followed by a thorough vacuuming.
*Replacing the furnace or central air filters is another good idea to keep your indoor breathing air
clean.
Beyond that, using allergy medicines in advance of anticipated exposure is also a good way to stay
ahead of the game.
Seasonal allergies are a nuisance for many of us, but for people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary
Disease (COPD), the additional burden of airborne pollens can tax the respiratory system. This can
exacerbate symptoms of coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. Sometimes the symptoms may
even be severe enough to require medical attention. If you have COPD and also suffer from seasonal
allergies, special efforts should be taken to minimize exposure. The pollen count varies with locality and
weather conditions, but generally remains in the moderate range this time of year for our area. If you
have access to the Internet, there are some websites that can tell you about air quality or the pollen
count for any given area. Here are some examples:
• www.airnow.gov
• www.pollen.com
• www.deq.state.or.us/aqi/
When you have allergy symptoms such as itchy eyes or a runny nose, talk to your health care provider at
Strawberry Wilderness Community Clinic about allergy medications that can help. Often, just taking an
over-the-counter antihistamine can work well. Medications such as Benadryl or Zyrtec can stop the
immune response to allergy triggers that can put such a damper on breathing. A nasal steroid spray
such as Flonase, or a decongestant and inhalers may also be needed to bring relief to those irritated
inflamed airways.
If you are particularly sensitive to airborne allergens, it may be best to stay inside on days when air
quality is poor and plan outings on days when pollen levels are lower to reduce your allergy symptoms.
If you are a smoker and experience some shortness of breath, visit your doctor and ask about having a
spirometry test which can help to diagnose if you have COPD. There are medications and techniques
that can help treat the symptoms of COPD, but the best thing is to quit smoking. Ask your health care
provider or Respiratory Therapist about help with kicking the habit so that you can breathe a little
easier and enjoy life a bit more.
Brian Donahue RCP
Manager, Cardio-Pulmonary Services
Blue Mountain Hospital District
Presents...
April 2nd
Dr. Rushton
Baker Podiatrist
April 16th
Dr. Rushton
Baker Podiatrist
April 30th
Dr. Rushton
Baker Podiatrist
• 6-9 p.m., downtown John
Day
Downtown businesses will
offer food, fun, shopping and
more. An Easter egg hunt with a
grand prize egg and other prize
eggs will be featured. All are
welcome to attend and support
the participating local business-
es.
FRIDAY-SATURDAY,
APRIL 6-7
Watercolor class
Eagle file photo
• 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., OSU Etc. owner Sherrie
Extension classroom, 116 Rininger dishes up cups of
pavlova during First Friday
NW Bridge St., John Day
The class will be taught by in the fall. The event kicks
Becky Litke and is sponsored off for the year April 6 in
by the Grant County Art Asso- downtown John Day.
ciation. Artists of any skill lev-
el are welcome, and the cost to attend is $20. Space is limited.
To register for the class or for more information, contact Eloise
Boren at 541-987-2138 or email eloiseboren@gmail.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 7
John Day community garden opening
• 9 a.m. to noon, Third Street extension, John Day
Soup and bread lunch will be served. Garden plots will be
available, and pricing information is available at the opening or by
emailing johndaycommunitygarden@gmail.com.
Almost Spring bazaar
• 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Keerins Hall, Grant County Fairgrounds
Vendors will be on hand with an array of items for sale:
crafts, home decor, collectibles and more. Admission is free.
For more information or to reserve a table, call the fair office
at 541-575-1900.
Saints Eleven concert
• 7:30 p.m., Madden Brothers Performing Arts Center, 116
NW Bridge St., John Day
Saints Eleven’s music is billed as a mix of genres, from
country to blues to rock. Performing as a special guest is Andy
McCumber. Doors open at 6 p.m., and tickets range from $15-
30. Business sponsorships of the concert are offered, ranging
from $75-200. Tickets can be purchased at maddenbrothers.
tix.com or at the door. For more information, visit madden-
brothers.us or call Jesse Madden, 541-620-1793, or Joe Mad-
den, 541-792-0953.
SATURDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 7-8
Strawberry Mountain Gun & Knife Show
• 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
• 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday
• Grant County Fairgrounds pavilion
People can buy, sell or trade such goods as guns, knives
and camping and hunting supplies. General admission is $3
per day or $5 for both days, and admission for youth ages 7-18
is $1 per day. For more information or to reserve a table, call
the fair office at 541-575-1900.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11
April Visiting Specialists
April 19th
Dr. Lilly
Bend Ortho
FRIDAY, APRIL 6
First Friday
Breathe Easier This Spring:
April 4th
Dr. Takla
Bend Urology
• 4-7 p.m., Grant Union Junior-Senior High School
The Grant Union Social Science Department is hosting a trav-
eling exhibit, exploring how Oregonians participated in the deci-
sion to incarcerate Japanese Americans and Japanese immigrants
during World War II — the forced removal of 120,000 people
of Japanese ancestry from the West Coast. The film “And Then
They Came For Us,” featuring George Takei, will be shown. The
evening presentation is open to the public.
John Day Farmers Market meeting
• 5:30 p.m., Outpost Restaurant
Anyone interested in participating in the farmers market is wel-
come to attend. The meeting includes setting the date for the May
sign-up meeting for vendors. For more information, call 541-733-
8778 or 541-932-4718.
Rep. Lynn Findley town hall
• 6 p.m., John Day Fire Hall
Rep. Findley (R-Vale) will hold a town hall meeting to
give an update about the 2018 Legislative Session, respond to
questions and engage with constituents.
SATURDAY, APRIL 14
BLUE MOUNTAIN
CARE CENTER
Resident of the Month
ROLAND “BUD”
SALISBURY
Clay pigeon shoot
Bud was born to Gladys and Grant Salisbury, March
1, 1925, in Baker, Oregon. Bud and his five sisters and
brother were raised in Bend.
When Bud entered the Marines in 1943, he was
sent to boot camp in San Diego, California; from there he
was sent to Cape Gloucester on the Island off New Britain.
Bud was only there for 10 days when he was shot in both
knees. Bud then traveled to Australia via a medical ship. He
spent a year recovering in Australia, and then he was
shipped home and discharged in 1945.
Bud then attended OIT in Klamath Falls, Oregon
and received a degree in Surveying. Bud worked for the
Forest Service for 30 years, retiring in 1983.
Bud married Anita Sloane in 1953. They combined
families and raised two daughters and 4 sons together in
the Central Oregon area. Anita and Bud had been married
for 40 years when she passed away in 1993.
Bud has been to Mexico, Canada, Tennessee and almost
every state west of the Mississippi to include Hawaii.
Bud liked to attend rodeos, where he team roped
at times and he liked to go hunting with his buddies. Bud
really likes a good whiskey, so if anyone would like buy a
round, Bud says PLEASE do so!!
Bud came to the Blue Mountain Care Center on July
28, 2017.
• 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Kimberly Rock Products pit, mile
marker 9 on Highway 402
Events include jackpots, Annie Oakley and more, plus
men’s, women’s and children’s competitions. Proceeds will
go to Grant County Search & Rescue. The cost is $3 per shoot.
For more information, call 541-934-2143.
Tree School East
• Baker High School, Baker City
Tree School East, presented by the Oregon State Univer-
sity Forestry & Natural Resources Extension Service, is a
one-day mini-college for woodland owners, professional for-
esters, ranchers or anyone else interested in Oregon’s natural
resources. This year will feature 29 classes, from in-depth for-
est management trainings to broader natural resource manage-
ment and appreciation. For complete information on the event
and how to register, call the OSU Baker County Extension
Service office at 541-523-6418 or email Extension Forester
Bob Parker at bob.parker@oregonstate.edu.
SUNDAY, APRIL 15
Old West Federal Credit Union meeting
49479
• 1 p.m., John Day Senior Center, 142 NE Dayton St., John
Day
Members of the credit union are invited to review the past
year’s performance and learn about upcoming goals at the
60th anniversary annual meeting. For more information, call
the credit union at 541-575-0264.