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Weekend Doctor: Risks of tobacco use

Posted by Staff on November 11, 2023 - 6:00am

By Hannah Evans, PA-C, Physician Assistant
Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine of Northwest Ohio

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), tobacco use is the leading preventable cause of disease and death in the United States. There are more than 16 million Americans living with a disease caused by smoking. Cigarettes contain several ingredients and, when burned, create smoke that contains thousands of chemicals, some of which are known cancer-causing agents. Those who smoke are at risk of developing disease and dying from smoking-related illnesses. 

Potential Risks of Tobacco Use
Smoking can cause harm to nearly every organ of the body. Regardless of one’s age, gender, race, or ethnicity, tobacco use can increase the risk of premature death. Cardiovascular (heart) disease, cancer, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are the three major causes of smoking-related death. There are 12 different cancers linked to tobacco use, including but not limited to lung cancer, colon and rectum cancer, and mouth and throat cancer.

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Health Services
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Steiner, Combs and Dunlap step up to first place in walking challenge

Posted by Staff on November 11, 2023 - 6:00am

Bluffton Elementary teachers Heidi Steiner, Jaime Combs and Ryan Dunlap have earned a win with benefits in the Health Action Council Heathy Kids Fall Step It up Challenge.

As the Top Steppers, they will receive $1,500 towards health improvement for the school. They logged in an impressive 821,575 average total steps and 2,464,725 combined total steps. 

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People
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PHOTO What is Paragon Springs?

Posted by Paula Scott on November 11, 2023 - 6:00am

Here's a clue: "It is 1926 in the American heartland, and the famed 'healing waters' of Paragon Springs have been mysteriously poisoned. Now, the town's foremost citizen-crusader is determined to know the truth behind this tragedy, no matter the cost." Check out show times HERE. PHOTO Bluffton University Facebook.

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How to watch Pirate football vs. Ottawa Hills

Posted by Staff on November 10, 2023 - 1:04pm

From the Bluffton High School Athletic Director:

Pirate Football plays Ottawa Hills in regional semis at Napoleon High School, Chuck Buckenmeyer Stadium at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 10.

Tickets are available online ohsaa.org/tickets or at the gate; Adult $12 Student $9.

The game will be livestreamed: 

https://www.bcsnapp.com/watch and/or https://www.bcsnnation.com/wp-con...

It will also be on the radio at 93.1-The Fan Woof Boom Radio, Lima.

It will also be on Lounge Media Group: 

https://tinyurl.com/loungemediagroupradio/

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Sports
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PHOTO Veterans Day 2023

Posted by Paula Scott on November 9, 2023 - 6:59am

The Ada Icon and the Bluffton Icon will be on "pause" for Veterans Day Observed, November 10. Content for that day will not be updated except for breaking news, sports and obituaries. Send tips, media releases and advertising inquiries 24/7 to [email protected]. 

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Pop-up Market added to Jingle Bell Stroll, November 16

Posted by Staff on November 9, 2023 - 6:00am

A Pop-up Market, featuring many Bluffton Farmers' Market vendors and other small businesses will be held at the corner of Main St and Vine St. on the evening of the Jingle Bell Stroll, a program of the  Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce.

This one-time market will take place on November 16, 2023, from noon until 8:00 p.m., The market will be set up at Beacon Life Ministries, 125 N. Main St. 

Organizers note, "this is a fantastic opportunity to support local businesses and enjoy a range of unique items."

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