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Weekend Doctor: Exercise after breast cancer treatments

Posted by Staff on August 12, 2023 - 6:28am

By Emilee Shoemaker, MOT, OTR/L, CLT-LANA 
Occupational Therapist, Julie A. Cole Rehab and Sports Medicine Clinic

After a patient has been through the rigorous diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer, sometimes they are looking forward to returning to their typical physical activity or workout routine. Their medical support team has usually educated them on the signs and symptoms of lymphedema, but the patients are still not sure how to return to their daily activities and workout routine safely. 

It is important for individuals recovering from breast cancer, with or without lymphedema, to return to their physical fitness level, as well as return to their desired quality of life. The National Lymphedema Network (NLN) has guidelines to follow when starting and maintaining an exercise regimen. 

General guidelines to follow include increasing your workouts gradually, progressing them slowly, and monitoring the size of your “at risk” limb during and following your exercises. If you have been diagnosed with lymphedema and have been prescribed a compression garment for the affected limb, please wear it while you are exercising. Stay well hydrated and avoid becoming overheated. 

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Health Services
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Deborah A. Herr worked for ODOT

Posted by Staff on August 11, 2023 - 12:25pm

Deborah "Debb" A. Herr, 68, passed away August 10, 2023 at her residence. Debb was born September 24, 1954 in Bluffton to the late Millard and Julia (Burns) Herr. 

Debb was a 1972 graduate of Bluffton High School and attended Bluffton College. She worked for ODOT for over 36 years where she had been a union steward. Debb was a talented cellist for the Lima Symphony Orchestra for many years and also taught private lessons for cello. She was passionate about music and assisted with the Bluffton Schools music programs. Debb was a poll worker for the Allen County Board of Elections and enjoyed watching NFL football, especially the Baltimore Ravens. 

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Obituaries
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Pirate girls tennis posts 1st win

Posted by Staff on August 11, 2023 - 7:46am

Bluffton will host Tiffin Calvert on Monday, August 14 at 4:30 p.m.

By Cort Reynolds

The Bluffton High School girls tennis team defeated Kenton 4-1 to earn its first win of the season Thursday afternoon, August 10.

The Pirate netters improved to 1-2 on the season with the convincing win.

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Sports
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Bluffton getaway car c. 1930s

Posted by Paula Scott on August 11, 2023 - 7:33am

Watch out for this 1931 Chevrolet Sports Coupe on Saturday, August 12, in Bluffton. This vehicle, owned by Ken and Debby Koontz of Bluffton, will serve as the get-away vehicle during the retelling of the 90th anniversary of the John Dillinger robbery of Citizens National Bank. Several other 1920 and 1930-era vehicles will be present for Bluffton History Day.

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July 2023 Bluffton EMS by the numbers

Posted by Staff on August 11, 2023 - 7:27am

Chief Jan Basinger reports that the Bluffton EMS had 45 calls for service in July with the following details:

  • 29 Medical
  • 5 Transports
  • 1 MVA
  • 9 Fire
  • 1 Mutual Aid
  • 30 patients transported

2023 Totals

  • 446 calls
  • 321 patients transported
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Police/Fire/EMS
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New school meal funding in effect for 2023-2024 school year

Posted by Staff on August 11, 2023 - 7:26am

From the Bluffton Exempted Village Schools: Due to a new state law passed this summer, "reduced price" meals for qualifying students will be free this year.

To apply for Free and Reduced Meals, please go to www.blufftonschools.org/ and click on payschools central. Once you log into your account, the application should pop up on your screen. Please call the office with any questions 419-358-4871.

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Regional news
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