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WelcomeJDRF Northwest OhioHelping support national research with local involvement is the primary goal of JDRF Northwest Ohio. On our web site you can learn about a multitude of ways you can help us in finding a cure for type 1 diabetes and its complications. Click around to learn more. If you don't see what you are looking for, drop us an email or call our office. Thank you for visiting.Walk On...One behalf of the staff and volunteers of JDRF, we applaud our family teams, corporate teams, individual walkers and sponsors for your efforts in helping Northwest Ohio raise $230,138!We invite you to join us for ourAwards DinnerThursday, November 19, 2009
Holiday Inn French Quarter
6:30 -8:30To make your reservation please call the JDRF office at 419.873.1377 or email us at cspencer@jdrf.org.Please RSVP by Friday, November 13, 2009Vegetarian & Children's meals are availble. Please make your request at the time of your registration.Doors open at 6:00
Dinner will start promptly at 6:30
Cash bar availableNovember is
National Diabetes Awareness Month
H1N1 FAQ from the World Health Organization
October 29, 2009
Q How is H1N1 (also known as the 'Swine Flu') transmitted?
A Similar to seasonal influenza, H1N1 is transmitted via droplets that are expelled by speaking, sneezing or coughing.Q How can I prevent infection?
A By avoiding close contact with people who show influenza-like symptoms and taking the following measures:o Avoid touching your mouth and nose;
o Clean hands thoroughly with soap and water, or cleanse them with an alcohol-based hand rub on a regular basis (especially if touching the mouth and nose, or surfaces that are potentially contaminated);
o Reduce the time spent in crowded settings if possible;
o Improve airflow in your living space by opening windows;
o Practice good health habits including adequate sleep, eating nutritious food, and keeping physically active.Q How will I know if I have H1N1 or the regular seasonal flu?
A You will not be able to tell the difference between seasonal flu and influenza (H1N1) without medical help. The symptoms are similar to the seasonal flu. Only your medical practitioner or local health authority can confirm a case of influenza (H1N1).Q What should I do if I think I have H1N1?
A If you feel unwell, have high fever, cough or sore throat:o Stay at home and keep away from work, school or crowds;
o Rest and take plenty of fluids;
o Cover your nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing and, if using tissues, make sure you dispose of them carefully. Clean your hands immediately after with soap and water or cleanse them with an alcohol-based hand rub;
o If you do not have a tissue close by when you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth as much as possible with the crook of your elbow;
o Use a mask to help you contain the spread of droplets when you are around others, but be sure to do so correctly;
o Inform family and friends about your illness and try to avoid contact with other people;
o If possible, contact a health professional before traveling to a health facility to discuss whether a medical examination is necessary.Q Should I go to work if I have the flu but am feeling OK?
A No. Whether you have influenza (H1N1) or a seasonal influenza, you should stay home and away from work through the duration of your symptoms. This is a precaution that can protect your work colleagues and others.Q When should someone seek medical care?
A A person should seek medical care if they experience shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, or if a fever continues more than three days. For parents with a young child who is ill, seek medical care if a child has fast or labored breathing, continuing fever or convulsions (seizures).
Supportive care at home - resting, drinking plenty of fluids and using a pain reliever for aches - is adequate for recovery in most cases. (A non-aspirin pain reliever should be used by children and young adults because of the risk of Reye's syndrome.)
Juvenation is a social network created by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) especially for people with type 1 diabetes. JDRF recognizes the critical importance of ongoing peer-to-peer support for people with diabetes, so weve created various online programs to facilitate such support.
Northwest Ohio Office of JDRF
Office Hours are 9-5 Monday thru Friday
3450 W. Central Ave, Suite 256
Toledo, OH 43606
t: 419.873.1377
f: 419.720.6339
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With your help, we are moving research from the laboratory bench to the patient's bedside, translating scientific advances into longer, healthier lives for those with diabetes. With your help, we are moving closer to our goal ... a cure for diabetes and its complications.
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