Record Participation in Ninth Edition of MGM Macau Eco Trailhiker
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SURF HONG FINED THOUSANDS JOIN MOP10 MILLION CARITAS FUNDRAISER The company was fined Thousands of US CHARGES following the forced closure of participants flooded the FINANCIER several swimming pools due to Nam Van Nautical Center JHO LOW a shortage of lifeguards over the weekend P4 P7 P12 MALAYSIA MON.05 Nov 2018 T. 22º/ 28º C H. 65/ 95% facebook.com/mdtimes + 11,000 MOP 8.00 3163 N.º HKD 10.00 FOUNDER & PUBLISHER Kowie Geldenhuys EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Paulo Coutinho www.macaudailytimes.com.mo “ THE TIMES THEY ARE A-CHANGIN’ ” WORLD BRIEFS PHILIPPINES An Australian nun who MARQUES RENATO angered the Philippine president by joining Kiang Wu anti-government protests used her final hours in the country to call on Filipinos to unite and fight human rights abuses. hospital opens AP PHOTO fertility center P5 INDONESIA Thousands of conservative Muslims protested in the Indonesian capital about the burning of an Islamic flag, sparking criticism VALLES LYNZY from the government’s top security minister that the country was in mourning after a plane crash and back-to-back natural disasters. 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P2-3 MDT REPORT More on backpage of MGM Macau Eco Trailhiker 05.11.2018 mon th Anniversary 2 MACAU 澳聞 WWW.MACAUDAILYTIMES.COM.MO Lynzy Valles OUD cheers and an energetic crowd filled Trailhiker participants call for more charity runs MGM Cotai’s lobby on Saturday as the LMGM Macau Eco Trailhiker hit a record high, attracting 2,700 participants and raising MOP400,000 for two local charities. A total of 675 teams compe- ted for top honors in three race categories: 10km Family Fun, 20km Corporate Challenge and 30km Corporate Challenge. Macau TrailHiker attracted support from local residents, along with participants from mainland China and Hong Kong. The winners of the 10 km team, 愛華跑步, finished the course in 50 minutes 23 se- conds, while for the 20km cou- rse, the champion was 愛華跑 步, finishing in 1 hour 43 minu- tes and 55 seconds, For the 30 km course, the champion was The North Face Team, who came from Hong Kong, finishing in a breaking record of 2 hours 27 minutes and 46 seconds. Participants are calling for The 20km course champions more similar activities to be conducted in the region, noting that holding it once a year is and also to raise funds for cha- another. responded. but in Macau [due to the lack not enough for the community. rities,” said a participant. “Events like these are good A representative of The Nor- of] trails, it’s difficult to orga- “Macau should have more of “Macau needs more of these because we can walk for the th Face Team also noted, “In nize, but it’s good to get more this; gathering people together running competitions but, you charities and it also promotes Hong Kong, almost every people involved in the trail and just run together for fun, know, the land is limited,” said well-being,” another resident weekend there are trail races running.” ASK THE VET by Dr Ruan Du Toit Bester DOG SKIN ALLERGIES OG skin allergies are usually identified by cons- bably allergic to certain ingredients. In this case, ask Dtant biting, obsessive scratching, compulsive your vet for suggestions on a healthy, (common) licking, chewing, rashes, hair loss and hot spots (ex- allergen-free recipe that will meet your dog’s nu- tremely itchy lesions on the skin caused by self-in- trient requirements. fliction) in a specific area or multiple spots. There could be several causes to your dog’s skin predica- Allergies from Parasites ment, and you should seek a veterinary dermatolo- A highly common allergy is caused by the saliva and gist. The following are the five most common dog droppings of pests that occasionally make dogs their skin allergies that require a dermatologist. hosts. Some can be easily stopped by flea and tick preventatives. These are usually easily diagnosed Fungal and bacterial skin allergies and treated by your vet. Possible parasites include: This allergy can be contagious, transmitted to peo- • Fleas ple and other pets. Typically, these infection-caused • Chiggers allergies are greasy looking and odorous. This kind • Scabies plenty of reasons why a dog might self-mutilate. problem could be caused by an underlying, more of allergy is usually easily diagnosed and treated by • Lice These include: serious illness. Examples are: your veterinarian with topical ointment or antibioti- • Cheyletiella Mites • Boredom Hypothyroidism cs. Possible infections include: • Demodex mites (Mange) • Confinement Cancer • Environmental Allergies • Stress Cushing’s Syndrome Skin allergy due to food Dogs can suffer from allergies due to things in the • Separation Anxiety Endocrine Abnormalities Despite the fact that some companies state that environment, notably dust, mold or pollen. As a • Frustration Hope this info helps their dog foods are “complete” or “well-balanced,” result, some dogs are more suspectible to allergies For some dogs, this can be overcome with a com- Till next week their food can still result in a skin allergy in your dog, depending on the season and the region. bination of regular exercise and exercise and a Dr Ruan Bester due your dog being allergic to one or more ingre- commanding “No!” when he performs the action; dients and/or due to a lack of healthy, immune-sys- Neurogenic allergy however, many dogs require a trip to both a der- tem supporting ingredients. If the first ingredient Some canines suffer from an obsessive-compulsive matologist and a behavioral specialist to arrive as a Ask the Vet: listed in your dog’s food is not a meat, then it’s not disorder which manifests itself as obsessively li- solution. Royal Veterinary Centre of good quality. cking, biting or chewing an easily reached spot. 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The fun continued at the post- milar events in 2019, having Since Trailhiker has recently race Carnival, which inclu- seen the demand from local been sold out in just few hou- ded a Signature Buffet, Lucky residents. rs of launching its registra- Draw and the “Wellness Bou- According to Bowie, he is tion, Kirby hinted that there levard.” looking to speak with orga- are plans to do a weekend run. The Wellness Boulevard pro- nizers about creating similar moted a wellness lifestyle by events throughout the year, incorporating 12 booths – in- also hoping for more youngs- troducing products from the ters to join. latest running gear to wellness “[Trailhiker] brings the com- Macau should supplements and wholesome munity of Macau together. food choices, and engaging […] I think it’s a great event have more of activities – including games, and it’s all about having fun.” this; gathering stretching sessions, massages “We’re also looking forward & health talks. with the organizers to making