140 year of Shriners
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Shriners Yakima clinic for kids who need orthopedic help
YAKIMA, Wash. -- Masada Shriners of Yakima is hosting a free clinic Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to noon at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences.
The clinic is open to area residents to identify children who can benefit from pediatric orthopedic experts from Shriners Hospitals for Children in Spokane. The clinic is open to all families.
The university is at 111 University Parkway in Terrace Heights.
For more information, call 509-452-2810 or 509-952-1519
Shriners Hospital thanks Carlene Hosea
REMARKABLE VOLUNTEER RECOGNIZED:
Alan Anderson, Director of Development, Shriners Hospital, recently sent a letter to Carlene A. Hosea of Placerville, thanking her for her gift of 121 pounds of pull tabs. For the last 14 years, Carlene has been collecting bottles, cans and pull tabs, along the local roadways. All the money received from these efforts has benefited the Shriners Hospital. Incidentally, Carlene is a young 81-year-old and still a very active volunteer. Carlene, thank you for all your volunteer efforts for the children at the hospital and for our community, also.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Back to School: Backpack Safety
As parents flood the stores to prepare for the new school year, new backpacks for their children are likely on many shopping lists. There are many factors to consider when choosing the most appropriate one.
When shopping for a backpack it is important to find one that is no wider than the child’s chest, has adjustable and padded straps, includes a waist strap, is made of lightweight material and has several compartments. “A backpack that is adjustable helps bring the weight closer to the upper part of the back, where the body can more efficiently carry the load with larger muscles of the back,” said Robert Cho, M.D., orthopaedic surgeon at Shriners Hospitals for Children® — Los Angeles. “A waist strap helps to distribute the load to the lower body and legs so that the shoulders do not bear all of the weight.”
It is also helpful to make sure a child is only packing what is necessary for the day and to distribute these items evenly throughout the compartments, with the heaviest objects placed closest to the child’s back. It is recommended that kids carry no more than 10 to 15 percent of their bodyweight in their backpacks.
“Too much weight in a child’s backpack can lead to muscular strain and back pain, which can limit physical functioning and can even lead to poorer overall health,” said Dr. Cho. “I recommend either minimizing the amount of textbooks carried in a backpack, or using a rolling backpack, if allowed by the child’s school.”
Placement of the backpack is also important. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the best place to carry a backpack is between the neck and curve of the lower back – not far below the waist, as is often popular among the kids.
When shopping for a backpack it is important to find one that is no wider than the child’s chest, has adjustable and padded straps, includes a waist strap, is made of lightweight material and has several compartments. “A backpack that is adjustable helps bring the weight closer to the upper part of the back, where the body can more efficiently carry the load with larger muscles of the back,” said Robert Cho, M.D., orthopaedic surgeon at Shriners Hospitals for Children® — Los Angeles. “A waist strap helps to distribute the load to the lower body and legs so that the shoulders do not bear all of the weight.”
It is also helpful to make sure a child is only packing what is necessary for the day and to distribute these items evenly throughout the compartments, with the heaviest objects placed closest to the child’s back. It is recommended that kids carry no more than 10 to 15 percent of their bodyweight in their backpacks.
“Too much weight in a child’s backpack can lead to muscular strain and back pain, which can limit physical functioning and can even lead to poorer overall health,” said Dr. Cho. “I recommend either minimizing the amount of textbooks carried in a backpack, or using a rolling backpack, if allowed by the child’s school.”
Placement of the backpack is also important. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the best place to carry a backpack is between the neck and curve of the lower back – not far below the waist, as is often popular among the kids.
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Monday, September 5, 2011
Tehama Shriners Golf
Shriners golf tourney to benefit children
The Tehama County Shrine Club proudly presents its 2nd Annual Shriners Golf Tournament at Sevillano Links Golf Course in Corning Saturday, Sept. 17.
The event will again honor police, firefighters, military and veterans. All tournament proceeds from this event will benefit the Shriners Children's Hospitals. Registration begins at 7 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 8 a.m. and shotgun start at 9 a.m. Lunch and awards will be at 2 p.m.
Cost is $90 per person and teams are made up of four players.
No family has ever paid for the care a child has received at a Shriners Hospital. In order for this to continue, Shriners hold events like this tournament throughout the United States, and other countries.
With local merchant support local residents contributing to the cause, Shriners can continue to treat kids at the Shriners Children's Hospitals.
For more information, send an email to President Bob Conatser at bobconatser@charter.net or call 527-4906.
The Tehama County Shrine Club proudly presents its 2nd Annual Shriners Golf Tournament at Sevillano Links Golf Course in Corning Saturday, Sept. 17.
The event will again honor police, firefighters, military and veterans. All tournament proceeds from this event will benefit the Shriners Children's Hospitals. Registration begins at 7 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 8 a.m. and shotgun start at 9 a.m. Lunch and awards will be at 2 p.m.
Cost is $90 per person and teams are made up of four players.
No family has ever paid for the care a child has received at a Shriners Hospital. In order for this to continue, Shriners hold events like this tournament throughout the United States, and other countries.
With local merchant support local residents contributing to the cause, Shriners can continue to treat kids at the Shriners Children's Hospitals.
For more information, send an email to President Bob Conatser at bobconatser@charter.net or call 527-4906.
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Tehama County Shrine Club Red Bluff,Ca.
Shriners golf tourney to benefit children
The Tehama County Shrine Club proudly presents its 2nd Annual Shriners Golf Tournament at Sevillano Links Golf Course in Corning Saturday, Sept. 17.
The event will again honor police, firefighters, military and veterans. All tournament proceeds from this event will benefit the Shriners Children's Hospitals. Registration begins at 7 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 8 a.m. and shotgun start at 9 a.m. Lunch and awards will be at 2 p.m.
Cost is $90 per person and teams are made up of four players.
No family has ever paid for the care a child has received at a Shriners Hospital. In order for this to continue, Shriners hold events like this tournament throughout the United States, and other countries.
With local merchant support local residents contributing to the cause, Shriners can continue to treat kids at the Shriners Children's Hospitals.
For more information, send an email to President Bob Conatser at bobconatser@charter.net or call 527-4906.
The Tehama County Shrine Club proudly presents its 2nd Annual Shriners Golf Tournament at Sevillano Links Golf Course in Corning Saturday, Sept. 17.
The event will again honor police, firefighters, military and veterans. All tournament proceeds from this event will benefit the Shriners Children's Hospitals. Registration begins at 7 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 8 a.m. and shotgun start at 9 a.m. Lunch and awards will be at 2 p.m.
Cost is $90 per person and teams are made up of four players.
No family has ever paid for the care a child has received at a Shriners Hospital. In order for this to continue, Shriners hold events like this tournament throughout the United States, and other countries.
With local merchant support local residents contributing to the cause, Shriners can continue to treat kids at the Shriners Children's Hospitals.
For more information, send an email to President Bob Conatser at bobconatser@charter.net or call 527-4906.
Friday, September 2, 2011
Dine for a Cause BJ's is donating 15% on Sept.8th
Dine for a Cause with Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open at BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse in Summerlin, Sept. 8
BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse is donating 15 percent of food and non-alcoholic beverage sales for the evening to the Shriners Hospitals for Children in celebration of the upcoming Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. Guests will enjoy the delectable fare and entertaining atmosphere while supporting the healthcare system's mission to provide specialty pediatric care, innovative research and outstanding teaching programs. Tickets for the tournament will also be available for purchase, including weekly passes to tournament grounds and the Hill, TPC Summerlin's hospitality venue overlooking the 16th, 17th and 18th greens.
The BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse in Summerlin is located at 10840 W. Charleston Blvd. Guests must present the fundraiser event flyer to server to use for dine-in or take-out from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For call ahead seating or additional information, call 702.852.2300.
Thank you for supporting the Shriners Hospitals for Children!
BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse is donating 15 percent of food and non-alcoholic beverage sales for the evening to the Shriners Hospitals for Children in celebration of the upcoming Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. Guests will enjoy the delectable fare and entertaining atmosphere while supporting the healthcare system's mission to provide specialty pediatric care, innovative research and outstanding teaching programs. Tickets for the tournament will also be available for purchase, including weekly passes to tournament grounds and the Hill, TPC Summerlin's hospitality venue overlooking the 16th, 17th and 18th greens.
The BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse in Summerlin is located at 10840 W. Charleston Blvd. Guests must present the fundraiser event flyer to server to use for dine-in or take-out from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For call ahead seating or additional information, call 702.852.2300.
Thank you for supporting the Shriners Hospitals for Children!
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