Sincerely,

Leslie A. Workman County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer

Sciences Education

Schedule of Events 2

Preventing Coronavirus and Flu 2

Causes and Prevention of Heart

Disease 3

4-H Camp Scholarships 4

Turban Workshop 4

Let Facebook be Your Welcome

Mat 4

Ins ide this issue:

Ovarian Screening

Our next two Ovarian

Screening trips are scheduled

for March 19 and June 16. The

March trip is completely filled

but we do have seven

openings for the June 16 trip.

If you need to go for a

screening, call the office

today and make your

appointment before all the

Cooperative Extension Service Pike County 148 Trivette Drive Pikeville, KY 41501-1271 (606) 432-2534(800) 233-1390Fax: (606) 432-2536extension.ca.uky.edu

spots are filled! The van

leaves the Extension

Office promptly at 8:00 a.m. for each trip.

Web: pike.ca.uky.edu/FCS | Facebook: www.facebook.com/PikeFCS/

Basket Class Our talented basket instructor

Sue Jennings has scheduled

the next workshop for

Thursday, March 19. There’s

plenty of time to get this on

your schedule and make

plans to attend. Please call

Sue at 437-4941 or 606-359-

0589 to reserve a kit. Class

begins around 9:30 a.m. and

you can plan to work well into

the afternoon depending on

the basket you choose. There

is also space for beginners, so

take advantage of this class if

you’ve always wanted to try!

Quilt Guild The Pike County Quilt Guild is

accepting dues! If you have

not paid your dues or would

like to join, please contact

them quickly. Annual dues for

the guild are $10.00. Checks

can be mailed to Treasurer

Cathy Harville at 1453 Left

Fork Island Creek, Pikeville, KY

41501. If you have any

questions, President Joetta

Maynard can be reached at

606-353-7087.

Meeting dates for this month

are Mondays, February 10

and February 24.

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February 10 - Quilt Guild

February 12 - Deadline to

order kit for DIY Quilling

Class

February 14 - Homemaker

Council Meeting

February 19 - DIY Quilling

Class

February 21 - Turban

Workshop

February 24 - Quilt Guild

February 25 - Facebook

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February 2020

Preventing Coronavirus and Flu The World Health Organization declared coronavirus a “public health emergency of

international concern” on Jan. 30, 2020. While the coronavirus is infectious, that should not

cause panic in Kentucky. The immediate risk of this new virus to the American public is

believed to be low at this time, and everyone can do their part to help respond to this

emerging public health threat.

Our real concern should be the influenza or flu virus, which is very active in the U.S. right

now. Already this flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

estimates that more than 15 million people in the U.S. have gotten sick with flu. More than

150,000 Americans have been hospitalized, and more than 8,000 people have died from their

infection.

The best recommendations for Americans who are worried about their health is to practice

proper flu season hygiene, including frequent hand-washing, covering coughs, and being

vaccinated. A flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and others against the flu. If you

have not gotten your flu shot yet this year, it is not too late; the CDC still recommends being

vaccinated this season.

Prevention: While there is a flu vaccine, there is no vaccine yet for the coronavirus.

However, the CDC recommends using these preventive steps and habits to prevent the

spread of the flu, coronavirus, and several other viruses. Wash your hands often with soap

and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least

60% alcohol if soap and water are not available. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth

with unwashed hands. Avoid close contact with people who are sick and stay home when

you are sick. Cover your cough or sneeze into the crook of your elbow or a tissue, then throw

the tissue in the trash. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

People who think they may have been exposed to the coronavirus should contact their

healthcare provider immediately.

Source: Natalie Jones, Family Health Extension Specialist, University of Kentucky, College of Agriculture

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Causes and Prevention of Heart Disease It’s true: Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in women. Yet, only 1 in 5 American women

believe that heart disease is her greatest health threat. The truth is, women are less likely

to call 9-1-1 when experiencing symptoms of a heart attack themselves. It simply doesn’t

occur to them to do so. And why would it? The bulk of media attention on the disease is

focused on men.

Here are more unsettling facts:

Heart disease causes 1 in 3 women’s deaths each year, killing approximately one woman

every minute.

90 percent of women have one or more risk factors for developing heart disease.

Since 1984, more women than men have died each year from heart disease and the gap

between men and women’s survival continues to widen.

The symptoms of heart disease can be different in women vs. men, and are often

misunderstood.

While 1 in 31 American women dies from breast cancer each year, 1 in 3 dies of heart

disease.

It’s time to focus on finding, and becoming the solution. Here’s what you need to know about

the causes of heart disease and ways you can prevent it.

What causes heart disease? Heart disease affects the blood vessels and cardiovascular

system. Numerous problems can result from this, many of which are related to a process

called atherosclerosis, a condition that develops when plaque builds up in the walls of the

arteries. This buildup narrows the arteries, making it harder for blood to flow through. If a

blood clot forms, it can stop the blood flow. This can cause a heart attack or stroke. But it

doesn’t end there. Heart disease can take many other forms as well:

Heart failure or congestive heart failure: This means that the heart is still working, but it

isn’t pumping blood as well as it should, or getting enough oxygen.

Arrhythmia or an abnormal rhythm of the heart: This means the heart is either beating too

fast, too slow or irregularly. This can affect how well the heart is functioning and whether or

not the heart is able to pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs.

Heart valve problems: This can lead to the heart not opening enough to allow proper blood

flow. Sometimes the heart valves don’t close and blood leaks through, or the valve leaflets

bulge or prolapse into the upper chamber, causing blood to flow backward through them.

How can I prevent it? Many things can put you at risk for these problems – one’s you can

control, and others that you can’t. But the key takeaway is that with the right information,

education and care, heart disease in women can be treated, prevented and even ended.

Studies show that healthy choices have resulted in 330 fewer women dying from heart

disease per day.

Here are a few lifestyle changes you should make:

Don’t smoke

Manage your blood sugar

Get your blood pressure under control

Lower your cholesterol

Know your family history

Stay active

Lose or manage your weight

Eat healthy ©2020 American Heart Association, Inc.

4-H Camp Scholarships

The Pike County 4-H program

is accepting applications for H

4-H Camp this summer! The

real cost to attend this season

is $225. Pike County campers’

fees are $170 until May 15. If

you, your club or an

organization would like to help

sponsor a camper, donations are

being accepted. Please make

checks payable to Pike County 4-H.

We will be camping at the J.M.

Feltner 4-H Camp in London,

KY once again and

everyone is already making

plans for a great camp the

week of June 29-July 3!

Camping builds a real sense

of independence in a

unique and safe

environment and we would love to

provide this experience to as many

youth as possible this season!

Turban Workshop

The next workshop to make cancer

turbans and sleep caps is scheduled

for Friday, February 21. The workshop

will begin about 9:30 a.m. and end

around 2:00 p.m.

Several people will be cutting and

sewing. We also need people to

sticker, label, and package the items

once they are finished. There is plenty

of work to go around. Come

volunteer a bit if you can. Hope to

see you on February 21.

Let Facebook be Your Welcome Mat

Join us for tips on using your Facebook Page as a welcoming space for

potential new members and seasoned

members, alike! Many times, social media is

the first place new members might learn of

your county and club activities. Make sure

that the image projected by your Facebook

page is inviting. We will host an online Zoom

session on Tuesday, February 25 at 11:00 a.m.

at the Extension Office. Come prepared to

learn from Jennifer Williams, the KEHA

Marketing and Publicity Chair and Mindy

McCully, Extension Specialist for Instructional

Support! You’ll get lots of great ideas about

promoting your homemaker activities on

social media!

P i k e C o u n t y E x t e n s i o n H o m e m a k e r C O N N E C T I O N

“ L e a r n i n g , L e a d i n g , S e r v i n g ”

“ L e a r n i n g , L e a d i n g , S e r v i n g ”

DIY Class

way to introduce a new friend to

Homemakers. Feel free to register

and pay for a new friend

you’d like to bring. We

welcome any potential

homemaker member to

these classes.

If you have an idea for an

upcoming class, we’d

love to hear it! There are

several more months left

this spring and it would be

great to have some

classes lined up with instructors who

are new to the ranks. Everyone has

something to share and we can work

with you to make a great idea come

to life!

The next Pike County Extension

Homemaker Council will be on Friday,

February 14 beginning at 10:00 a.m.

We will celebrate International Month

as we also take care of all the

homemaker business for spring.

Please plan to attend. It will be a fun

Homemaker Council

and exciting meeting.

Lunch will be provided for you by

Leslie and Becky. We plan to have a

“One-pot spaghetti,” a tasty

“Enchilada rice,” green salad,

broccoli cheddar biscuits, selection of

fruit, and an ice cream sundae bar.

P i k e C o u n t y E x t e n s i o n H o m e m a k e r C O N N E C T I O N

Our next Homemaker DIY class will be

on Quilling! If you’ve never tried

“quilling” before, it is a fun

and creative use of paper

strips rolled and shaped to

form all sorts of beautiful

designs. Cathy Harville will

lead this class on Wednesday, February 19

beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Kits are being ordered for

anyone interested at a

cost of $15.00 if paid in

advance by February 12. If

you register after that date, we

cannot guarantee a kit for you, but

you may make a project at a

reduced cost of $5.00.

We’ve been having a lot of fun with

these classes and they are a great

KEHA

Make plans now to attend the

Kentucky Extension Homemaker

Annual Meeting in Owensboro, April

21-23. The Pike County group plans

to leave on Monday, April 20, which

will extend our trip just slightly. The

registration newsletter from KEHA will

arrive soon to all members. If you

think you are interested in attending,

please let us know so you can be

included in our group planning and

registration process.

2020 FOOD AND NUTRITION CALENDAR

RECIPE

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — SNAP.

• 1 pound ground pork• 1 ½ tablespoons garlic powder• 1 small onion, chopped• 4 cups vegetable stock or broth• 1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes• 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning• 2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained• 1 (15 ounce) can carrots, drained• 3 large handfuls kale, chopped• ¼ teaspoon salt• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

1. Sauté ground pork in a large stock pot overmedium heat for 2-3 minutes, breaking pork

into small crumbles. Add garlic powder and onions. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes, until pork has browned, stirring often.

2. Add vegetable stock, crushed tomatoesand Italian seasoning. Cover and let cookuntil boiling. Stir occasionally.

3. Add cannellini beans, carrots and kale.Cook just until kale has softened.

4. Season with salt and pepper.

Makes 10 servingsServing size: 1 cupCost per recipe: $10.19Cost per serving: $1.02

Nutrition facts per serving: 160 calories; 3.5g total fat; 1g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 35mg cholesterol; 500mg sodium; 16g carbohydrate; 4g fiber; 5g sugar; 0g added sugar; 18g protein; 0% Daily Value of vitamin D; 4% Daily Value of calcium; 10% Daily Value of iron; 10% Daily Value of potassium.

Source: Jean Najor, NEP Program Coordinator, University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service

HEARTY COMFORT SOUP

Saturday, April 4, 2020Pike County Central High School

Pikeville, KY

9:00am - 2:00pmBUY - SELL - TRADE

FREE ADMISSIONFREE CLASSES THROUGHOUT THE DAY!

Attendance averages between 500-800. Gatheringfeatures seed swappers, noted book authors, classes,

food vendors, exhibits, and networking opportunities.The 2019 swap featured 50 vendors from 12 states.

Sponsored by Pikeville Farmers Market& Pike County Cooperative Extension

AppalachianSeed Swap

8TH ANNUAL

Appalachian Seed Swap Pikeville KY

*Upon completion you may be eligible to receive an auto insurance

discount. Other restrictions may apply. Consult your agent for details.

Refresh your driving skills with the

AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE!

You will learn:●Defensive driving techniques●Proven safety strategies●New traffic laws and rules of the road

Plus, there are no tests to pass. You simply sign up and learn.

Upon completion you could receive a multi-year discount on your car insurance.*

CLASSROOM COURSE:

$15 for AARP members ●$20 for non-members

For more information visit www.aarp.org/drive

TOYOTA

DATE(S) & TIME(S) Thursday, April 9, 2020 From 9:30 am to 2:00 pm

Feel free to bring your lunch or snacks. Light refreshments will be provided.

LOCATION Pike County Extension Office

148 Trivette Drive

Pikeville, KY 41501

TO REGISTER Call 606-432-2534 or 1-800-233-1390 Bring your driver’s license (and AARP membership card if you are a member) with you to the class.

Pay with cash or check made out to AARP ($20, or $15 for AARP members)

This program is supported by a generous grant from Toyota to AARP Foundation

Download this and past issues of the Adult, Youth, Parent and Family Caregiver Health Bulletins: http://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/content/health-bulletins

F E B R U A R Y 2 0 2 0

PREDIABETESIn Kentucky, one out of every

three adults has prediabetes. This equals about 1.1 million individuals. What is even scarier is that out of the 1.1 million, approximately 852,000 people don’t even know it.

What is prediabetes?Prediabetes is a condition that

comes before diabetes. It means your blood glucose levels are higher than normal but are not high enough to be called diabetes. Prediabetes is a serious circumstance. It often leads to type 2 diabetes and raises your risk for heart disease and stroke. But prediabetes is also your window of opportunity to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes can be reversed!

Written by: Natalie JonesEdited by: Alyssa SimmsDesigned by: Rusty ManseauStock images: 123RF.com

Get checkedIt is always best to know your health numbers

and risks. If you are at increased risk for prediabetes or diabetes, ask your doctor about getting tested at your next visit. Here are some questions to ask your Healthcare provider regarding prediabetes:

• If I have prediabetes, will I get diabetes?• What is the best step I can take to

avoid getting diabetes?• My father has diabetes. Should I be screened

for prediabetes on a regular basis?• I have diabetes. Should I have my

children screened for prediabetes?• I had gestational diabetes. Should I be

screened for prediabetes regularly?• Are there any foods I should eat that

will help me to avoid prediabetes?• Should I speak with a dietitian

about changing what I eat?

How is prediabetes diagnosed?There are different ways doctors look at your

blood sugar levels. The most common ways include:

• Checking your Hemoglobin A1C, which gives doctors an idea of your blood sugar levels over the past 2 to 3 months. Healthcare providers like to see an A1C below 5.7 percent. The range for prediabetes is 5.7 percent to 6.4 percent and anything higher than that would indicate diabetes.

• A fasting blood sugar test. This is when physicians look at blood sugar after an overnight fast, which means you do not eat or drink for at least eight hours. The prediabetes range is 100 to 125mg/dl.

• A glucose tolerance test is a little more involved. Healthcare providers will have you not eat for an extended amount of time and then make you drink a beverage with a lot of sugar in it. They will then monitor your blood sugar every hour for a few hours. Two hours after drinking the beverage, a blood glucose level in the range of 140 mg/dl to 199 mg/dl indicates prediabetes.

• Prediabetes is a common, but serious, disease. The primary treatment for prediabetes is the same as what you do to prevent diabetes: lose weight, exercise, and eat a healthy diet. These three things can help control your blood sugar levels and keep them from getting higher. Most importantly, get checked out! If you are at increased risk for diabetes, ask your doctor about being tested at your next visit.

REFERENCES:• https://familydoctor.org/condition/prediabetes• https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/library/features/prediabetes-1-in-3.html

Prediabetes is your window of opportunity to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.