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Weekend Doctor: GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease)

Posted by Paula Scott on April 22, 2023 - 7:31am

By Tonya DeVaul, APRN-CNP
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Gastroenterology Associates of Northwest Ohio

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus. When this type of backflow happens repeatedly over time, it can lead to esophageal irritation causing GERD. Frequent acid reflux or reflux of nonacidic content from the stomach into the esophagus is what causes GERD. When you swallow, a circular band of muscle around the lower part of your esophagus, called the lower esophageal sphincter, relaxes to allow food/liquid to flow into the stomach. After this occurs, the sphincter then closes; however, if the sphincter does not relax as it should and/or it weakens over a period of time, stomach acid then flows back into the esophagus causing irritation/inflammation to the lining of the esophagus. 

Some very common signs and symptoms of GERD include burning in the chest after eating (which may be more noticeable at night or when lying flat), regurgitation of food or liquid that may cause a sour taste in the mouth, difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), upper abdominal discomfort and the sensation of a lump in the throat (globus sensation).

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Prom season and safe driving

Posted by Staff on April 21, 2023 - 9:02am

Saturday, April 22 is prom night for Bluffton High School.

Prom is an exciting time for high school students and it should be a night to remember. Make it memorable for all the right reasons–keep the celebrations free of alcohol and drive safe. Area law enforcement will have extra enforcement scheduled for prom weekends. The Lima/Allen County Safe Community Coalition wants to remind young drivers to be especially cautious during these special celebrations. With all the excitement that comes with Prom, it’s easy to get caught up in the moment. Just remember, it only takes a moment for your life to change forever. 

Remember to:

Drive Responsibly - Prom nights are among the most lethal for young people. About 5,000 are injured or killed nationwide in traffic crashes in a typical prom weekend. 

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Shuffleboard invitation for 2023

Posted by Staff on April 21, 2023 - 8:47am

The Bluffton Shuffleboard Club would like to invite you to join them for some fun shuffling. The club meets at the Buckeye Park shuffleboard courts on Monday and Saturday at 10 a.m. and Thursdays at 4 p.m.

The club has all the supplies needed to play. All you need is a sturdy pair of shoes, no sandals please. The cost is just a yearly fee of $5.

For more information, contact Dorothy Steigerwalt 419-348-2190 or Carlton Habbager 419-358-0270.

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Jonathan Gathman named to CNB Board of Directors

Posted by Staff on April 21, 2023 - 8:43am

Citizens National Bank (CNB) has named Jonathan Gathman to its Board of Directors. Jon replaces retiring member Stan Clemens of Bluffton, OH.

Jon is currently the Executive Vice President, Strategic Management for Grube, Inc.

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Sweet scented mail box

Posted by Paula Scott on April 21, 2023 - 8:38am

A visit to the mail box on Franklin St. currently provides the added attraction of a sweetly-scented, white-blossomed tree. Not all spring treess provide such a perfume; some are quite skunky. Is it a mock orange tree? Let the Icon know at [email protected].

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April 28 dedication ceremony for “Officer Dominic Francis Memorial Highway”

Posted by Paula Scott on April 21, 2023 - 8:13am

At 10:00 a.m. on Friday April 28,, the Bluffton Police Department will hold a dedication ceremony to officially name the portion of I-75 the “Officer Dominic Francis Memorial Highway.” This event will take place on the third floor of the Bluffton Town Hall. 

The memorial sign will be presented during the ceremony. Afterwards, ODOT will place the signs on I-75 near mile marker 139 Northbound and 143 Southbound.

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