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March 2020 Issue 3, Volume 3

10 FUN FACTS ABOUT YOUR TEETH

1. The enamel on the top surface on your tooth is the hardest part of your entire body.

2. Teeth start to form even before you are born—milk teeth or baby teeth start to form when the baby is in the womb, but they come through when the child is between 6-12 months old.

3. Humans use four different types of teeth (incisors, canine, premolars, and molars) to cut, tear and grind their food.

4. Humans have only two sets of teeth in their entire lifetime—baby teeth and permanent teeth. Once you have your permanent teeth, make sure you take good care of them.

5. No two people have the same set of teeth—your teeth are as unique as your fingerprint, so be proud of your unique set of teeth.

6. Your mouth produces over 25,000 quarts of saliva in a lifetime—that’s enough to fill two swimming pools. Saliva has many uses, including assisting you with your digestion and protects your teeth from bacteria in your mouth.

7. An average person spends 38.5 days brushing their teeth over their lifetime.

8. Many diseases are linked to your oral health, including heart disease, osteoporosis, and diabetes

9. One third of your tooth is underneath your gums—that means only two thirds of your tooth’s length is visible.

10. If you get your tooth knocked out, put it in milk and hold it in your mouth—this will help your tooth to survive longer. Make sure you see a dentist right away.Source: 123Dentist.com

THIS MONTH IN HISTORY

1903 - Major League Baseball rules committee rule that pitcher’s must not be more than 15 inches higher than baselines or home plate.

1919 - NHL Championship: Montreal Canadiens beat Ottawa Sentors, 3 games to 1 with 1 tie.

1960 - Ice Dance Championship at Vancouver won by Denny & Jones (GRB).

1968 - 6 year old Tommy Moore scores hole-in-one in golf (Hagerstown, Maryland).

1971 - Milwaukee Bucks win their 20th straight NBA game (team record).

1988 - NFL’s St. Louis Cardinals officially move to Phoenix.

1992 - NHL players begin 1st strike in 75-year history.

2002 - Wrestlemania XVIII, Skydome, Toronto, ON (68, 237 attendance) The Rock def Hollywood Hulk Hogan

2019 - PGA Players Championship, TPC at Sawgrass: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland wins biggest cheque in gold ($2.25m) by 1 stroke from Jim Furyk

Source: onthisday.com

AN INTRODUCTION TO ZUMBA DANCE

Zumba is a popular fitness program inspired by Latin dance. Zumba is a registered trademark for the dance classes developed by Alberto "Beto" Perez, a Colombian dancer and choreographer, as a way to turn a fitness class into a dance party.

Zumba dancers move fast and have fun while getting exercise and burning calories. Using upbeat Latin music together with cardiovascular exercise, Zumba is aerobic

dancing that is lots of fun and easy to learn. Zumba classes are offered at health clubs and by Zumba Fitness instructors in many different venues. There are also videos, DVDs, and video game versions. There are many different levels of Zumba classes, including those for children and seniors.

Zumba Is Good for Weight Loss

Zumba seems to be an optimal fitness choice, mixing cardio intervals with resistance training. Many experts believe that an interval/resistance combination maximizes caloric output, fat burning, and total body toning. Zumba mixes effective body sculpting movements with easy-to-follow, fun dance steps. People seem to forget about working out during a Zumba session, allowing them to exercise longer, and burn even more calories.

What a Zumba Class Is Like

A typical Zumba session lasts about an hour and incorporates several dance styles, including cumbia, merengue, salsa, reggaeton, mambo, rumba, flamenco, and calypso and Salsaton. The Latin music includes both fast and slow rhythms, allowing for a great cardio workout as well as body sculpting exercises. Depending on the instructor, you may even get a taste of belly dancing or hip-hop dancing, too.

Zumba May Be Your Ticket to Fitness

If you enjoy high energy, motivating music, and like to try unique moves and combinations, Zumba may be your ticket to fitness. With thousands of Zumba instructors worldwide, locating a Zumba class should be easy. A single Zumba session costs around $10 to $15. If you'd rather stay home and exercise, DVD's and videos are also available for purchase.

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HOME CARE NURSES HEAD TO CONCILIATION, SEEK FIRST COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT WITH PARAMED HOME HEALTH CAREMUSKOKA

Registered nurses (RNs) and registered practical nurses (RPNs) providing vital home care nursing services across the Muskoka region are heading to conciliation in their pursuit of a first collective agreement.

ParaMed Home Health Care Muskoka nurses became members of the Ontario Nurses' Association (ONA) in 2018 to improve working conditions and therefore improve the care they provide to clients.

"While ONA and the employer have had multiple negotiation days throughout 2019, we remain significantly apart on a number of priority issues," says ONA President Vicki McKenna, RN. "Our dedicated members want and deserve respect from their employer and a fair contract that enables them to provide the high-quality home care services across the region."

Conciliation talks will be held February 24, and ONA remains optimistic that a contract can be reached.

"Our members do not want to strike, and are simply seeking a fair and respectful contract so they can continue to provide care to their clients in Muskoka region and beyond," says McKenna. "I urge the employer to come to the table prepared to negotiate a first collective agreement."

ONA is the union representing more than 68,000 registered nurses and health-care professionals, as well as 18,000 nursing student affiliates, providing care in hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health, the community, clinics and industry.

Source: Ontario Nurses' Association

12 carrots3 tbs olive oil1 1/4 tsp kosher salt1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper2 tbs minced fresh dill or parsley

Ingredients

Roasted Carrots

InstructionsPreheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

If the carrots are thick, cut them in half lengthwise; if not, leave whole. Slice the carrots diagonally in 1 1/2-inch-thick slices.

(The carrots will shrink while cooking so make the slices big.) Toss them in a bowl with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Transfer to a sheet pan in 1 layer and roast in the oven for 20 minutes, until browned and tender.

Toss the carrots with minced dill or parsley, season to taste, and serve.

Nutritional InformationCalories per serving 110

protein 1g, total fat 7g (Sat 1g) sodium 484mg, total carbohydrate 12g

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If you are tired, exercise will help

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as it will give you more energy than sitting. Studies have found that the blood and oxygen flow through the body will give you more energy and improve your mood.

The increase in endorphin levels can contribute to a feeling of well-being.

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2020 GOLF SEASONIS COMING!

6 STEPS TO STAY COOL WHILE RIDING THIS SUMMER

1. Get Acclimated - Be preapred, If you don’t

acclimate to hot-weather riding, you won’t reap as many benefits from your workout.

2. Protect Yourself - Make sure to always be

wearing the appropriate clothing and sunscreen. Don’t forget the back of your neck.

3. Hydration - Freeze one water bottle half

full and another three-quarters full before topping them off.

4. Cool Down - Pour cool water over your

neck and forearms, or wipe them down with a cool damp towel.

5. Ease Up - Don’t try to maintain the same

pace or power.

6. Eating - In the days leading up to your ride,

eat lots of watery fruits and vegetables to help with hydration.

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THE BENEFITS OF YOGA FOR BEGINNERS

Because there are so many different kinds of yoga practices, it is possible for anyone to start. “Whether you’re a couch potato or a professional athlete, size and fitness levels do not matter because there are modifications for every yoga pose and beginner classes in every style,” says Dr. Nevins. “The idea is to explore your limits, not strive for some pretzel-like perfection. It is a great way to get in tune with your body and your inner self.”

Physical Benefits

“The relaxation techniques incorporated in yoga can lessen chronic pain, such as lower back pain, arthritis, headaches and carpal tunnel syndrome,” explains Dr. Nevins. “Yoga can also lower blood pressure and reduce insomnia.”Other physical benefits of yoga include:* increased flexibility* increased muscle strength and tone* improved respiration, energy and vitality* maintaining a balanced metabolism* weight reduction* cardio and circulatory health* improved athletic performance* protection from injury

Mental Benefits

Aside from the physical benefits, one of the best benefits of yoga is how it helps a person manage stress, which is known to have devastating effects on the body and mind. “Stress can reveal itself in many ways, including back or neck pain, sleeping problems, headaches, drug abuse, and an inability to concentrate,” says Dr. Nevins. “Yoga can be very effective in developing coping skills and reaching a more positive outlook on life.”

Yoga’s incorporation of meditation and breathing can help improve a person’s mental well-being. “Regular yoga practice creates mental clarity and calmness; increases body awareness; relieves chronic stress patterns; relaxes the mind; centers attention; and sharpens concentration,” says Dr. Nevins. Body- and self-awareness are particularly beneficial, she adds, “because they can help with early detection of physical problems and allow for early preventive action.”

CANADIAN RED CROSS SENDS TEAM TO JAPAN TO ASSIST CANADIANS IN HOSPITAL WITH CORONOVIRUS

The Canadian Red Cross is sending a team of aid workers to Japan to provide crucial assistance to Canadian passengers that have tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19 after travelling aboard the Diamond Princess cruise liner. Red Cross experts are working in support of the Government of Canada to ensure individuals have access to accurate and timely information, and crucial support services during their treatment in Japan.

Upon arrival, Red Cross personnel will support Canadians in the care of the Japanese health system with psychosocial and emotional support, information and referrals to available services provided by the Canadian Government, as well as family reunification services, as needed. French and English language support will also be available.

QUICK FACTS

* Four Red Cross aid workers will travel to Japan on February 20, 2020.The team will be made up of Red Cross staff and delegates with expertise in responding to global health emergencies and providing psychosocial care.

* Red Cross will provide essential support services to those undergoing treatment.The Red Cross will provide emotional support services for Canadian patients with coronavirus, and ensure they have a clear understanding of, and easy access to, available Government of Canada services. Japanese interpreters will be assisting with French and English language support.

* Red Cross will provide family reunification services upon request.Upon request, the Red Cross will facilitate the identification of and contact between Canadians in Japan who are affected by coronavirus and their relatives.

The Canadian Red Cross is well-positioned to assist the individuals currently in Japan. The strength of the Red Cross Movement lies in its global network of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. Working closely with the Japanese Red Cross Society, the Canadian Red Cross will be delivering urgent assistance to Canadians in Japan until they are able to travel onwards.

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"The Canadian Red Cross, in support of the Government of Canada, will provide an imperative service for Canadians in Japan that have been affected by coronavirus COVID-19. Being quarantined in a foreign country, coupled with a positive diagnosis, is an extremely challenging situation to be in. I am confident the Canadian Red Cross team will help to provide comfort and support and reduce feelings of stress and isolation for the travellers in hospital, as well as their loved ones abroad."

- Conrad Sauvé, President and CEO, Canadian Red Cross

Source: Canadian Red Cross

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