Health: How to wear and clean your cloth face mask, PAGE 8 Chamber hosts Honoring Our Heroes drive through The Islander PAGE 7 Gulf Shores Police MAY 20, 2020 | GulfCoastNewsToday.com | 75¢ Department mourn loss of The first graduating class of the Gulf Shores City retired K9 Officer Nanuk Schools to have traditional ceremony May 29
By MELANIE LECROY By MELANIE LECROY tendents May 8, Alabama Family members of the same meeting May 14, superinten- [email protected] [email protected] State Superintendent Dr. Eric household may sit together dent Dr. Matt Akin updated Mackey announced gradu- without regard to the social the board on the decision to Gulf Shores Police De- The first graduating class of ation ceremonies would be distance rule. Even though move graduation to May 29. partment announced the the Gulf Shores City Schools allowed under the amend- graduation ceremonies are “As we looked at it, May loss of retired K9 Officer will have the opportunity to ment of current Public Health not worship services, they was less of an unknown. Nanuk May 12, in a Face- celebrate with a traditional Order effective May 11. are essentially in the same There is a lot of unknowns book post. graduation May 29, at 7 p.m. at “As I read the order, gradu- category, so you may find about how the virus is spread- Nanuk joined the Gulf The Wharf Amphitheater. ation ceremonies are allowed this public health document ing and what’s going to be safe Shores Police department Parents and students were beginning Monday, May 11, helpful: https://alabamapub- and not be safe. We felt like we in 2013. The 5-year-old dark given a choice of a virtual, 2020, with unlimited attendees lichealth.gov/covid19/assets/ had a better chance of guar- drive-thru or traditional so long as the ceremonies are cov-sah-worship.pdf,” Mackey anteeing a traditional gradua- SEE NANUK, PAGE 2 ceremony when allowed. An held in compliance with the wrote. tion with social distancing in overwhelming number chose order. At a minimum, gather- The change allowed for the May than we would in June,” a traditional ceremony with ings must be held in a facility consideration of an earlier Akin said. a date in late June. But after that would allow a distance date. At the Gulf Shores City DEATHS PAGE 9 an update to local superin- of six feet between families. Schools Regular School Board SEE CEREMONY, PAGE 2 James Akins Buck Atkins Leigh Anne Boyington David S. Bunch First sea turtle nest of the 2020 season Glenn G. Deppe David Ryan Gastineau Share the Beach has their location and the volunteers Shannon O’Donnell Holcombe first nest of the 2020 season. roped it off. A big thank you to Herman Wesley King The West Beach team found all of the turtle patrol volun- Jamie G. Rudicell the nest May 14, while on teers for your hard work and Barbara Sue Steffen patrol. The nest was in a safe dedication. Terrence W. Underhill
INDEX BALDWIN LIVING, 3 CLASSIFIED, 14 HEALTH, 8 LEGALS, 16 OPINION, 21
PUZZLES, 22 SHARE THE BEACH SPORTS, 10 West Beach turtle patrol volunteers found the first sea turtle nest of the 2020 season.
COVID-19 Signs & Symptoms
Protect Yourself & Others Case Count: ALABAMA: 1 2 3 12,042 cases, 488 deaths Fever • Cough • Shortness of Breath Symptoms can range from mild to severe. Senior citizens and those BALDWIN COUNTY: with underlying medical conditions like cardiovascular disease, 260 cases, 8 deaths lung disease, cancer or diabetes are at increased risk for severe symptoms, which can lead to viral pneumonia and even death. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure. 4 5 as of May 18 Source: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) 1. Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, and always before eating; after using the bathroom; and after If you think you need to be tested, for blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing. testing locations and hours call 1-888- 2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands. Getting 264-2256. For general questions call 3. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then dispose of the tissue in the trash. 1-800-270-7268 or email covid19info@ 4. Stay at home when sick until your symptoms are gone. adph.state.al.us. Calls are answered 5. Wear a mask outside your home Tested from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Source: National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD)
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COURTESY ORANGE BEACH FIRE DEPARTMENT During the helmet ceremony, each employee is given the chance to place a mark on the officer’s helmet as a symbol of strength, camaraderie and the bond of brotherhood. Orange Beach Fire Department celebrates the promotion of five officers. Orange Beach Fire Department promotes five officers
By MELANIE LECROY promotion ceremony at lies to come and join as officer's helmet as a recognition has been “Bean” Cooper [email protected] the Orange Beach Fire officers are recognized. symbol of strength, ca- awarded to: Captain Matt Kroll Department. Keeping with Orange maraderie, and the bond Lieutenant Bryan Captain Asher Michon When you work hard As part of the promo- Beach Fire Department of brotherhood. Hester you celebrate harder tional process, officers tradition, each employee Congratulations to Lieutenant James Thank you for your and this was the case are given a helmet cer- is then given a chance the newly promoted Kinkead continued dedication during the most recent emony that allows fami- to place a mark on the officers. This special Lieutenant Jacob and service.
CEREMONY those who are unable to State health guidelines cleansing by providing senior will receive 12 will be provided. Secu- attend. for large gathering will sanitizing stations tickets. Members of the rity personnel will be CONTINUED FROM 1 “Safety of the stu- be followed and include: • Encouraging “at-risk” same household will on-site to monitor and dents and families is • Maintaining a social population to watch be able to sit together enforce social distancing May 29 was chosen to paramount,” Akin said. distance of 6 feet for the ceremony from in clusters but must guidelines. give families as much Everyone in attendance people from different home (Live stream remain 6 feet (3 ½ seats) time as possible to notify will be asked to wear households will be available.) from non-family mem- In case of rain, the cer- people that would be at- masks. Sanitation sta- • Encouraging face cov- bers. Seating will be emony will be held May tending. Akin also said tions, signage and erings by providing The number of guests marked to indicate the 6 30, at The Wharf Amphi- they have plans to pro- security will be placed masks must be monitored at feet requirement. Social theater. Time will be an- vide live streaming for throughout the venue. • Encouraging hand the ceremony. Each distancing instructions nounced.
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U.S. NAVY PHOTO Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Jose Camposvega, from Robertsdale, inspects the release control of a missile mount on an F/A-18E Super Hornet, as- signed to the “Sunliners” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81, on the flight deck U.S. NAVY PHOTO of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in the Atlantic Ocean on May 9, 2020. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (HSTCSG) re- Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class James Williamson, from Gulf Shores, vacuums during cleaning mains at sea in the Atlantic as a certified carrier strike group force ready for task- stations aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98). Forrest ing in order to protect the crew from the risks posed by COVID-19, following their Sherman is conducting operations in U.S. 6th Fleet to support maritime security opera- successful deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operation. Keeping tions in international waters alongside our allies and partners as a part of the Harry S. HSTCSG at sea in U.S. 2nd Fleet, in the sustainment phase of OFRP, allows the ship Truman Carrier Strike Group. to maintain a high level of readiness during the global COVID-19 pandemic. STARTING JUNE 3... Your Local HAPPY TO BE BACK! BRENNY’S TV Listings Jewelry are moving Full Service Jewelry & Watch Services All work is done In-House to your APPRAISALS WATCH REPAIR Quality Service of All Brands Wednesday By By Michael Brenny Luis Valencia Graduate Gemologist, GIA Certi ed Rolex Watchmaker Certi ed Gemologist Appraiser, AGS paper • Service for All Brands • Insurance Appraisals • Battery replacement • Fair Market Appraisals • Water Resistance test TO SUBSCRIBE CALL: • Watch band repair/replacement 251-943-2151 • Cleaning, inspection and overhauls JEWELRY REPAIR WE ALSO PROVIDE Starting June 3, your Friday Gulf Coast Media local television listings By • Engraving will move inside your Wednesday newspaper. Be watching for the Bill Hill • Re-stringing for pearls and beads same complete listings you enjoy now in Friday’s Baldwin Times to Jeweler/Gemologist • Re-knotting for pearls and beads 30+ Years of Experience • Free Cleaning and inspection move to your Wednesday Gulf Coast Media newspaper. The listings • Ring Sizing are a great way to plan your TV watching in advance for the week • Diamond Setting and to set your DRV’s for your favorite shows. Be watching! • Antique Restoration • Stone Replacement ULF OAST EDIA Your Full Service Jeweler G C M 333 Fairhope Ave. • Fairhope • 251-928-3916 THE COURIER • THE ONLOOKER • THE ISLANDER • THE BALDWIN TIMES Mon.-Fri. 9:30-5:00 Sat. 10:00-4:00 4 • Baldwin Living • May 20, 2020 • Gulf Coast Media New addition to memorial has special connection to its creator
By JOHN UNDERWOOD [email protected]
ROBERTSDALE — Law enforcement of- ficials and leaders from throughout Baldwin County gathered on Tuesday, May 12 for the Fallen Officers Me- morial, hosted by the Baldwin County Sher- iff’s Office at the BCSO Central Command in Robertsdale. While Baldwin County has not lost an officer Deputy Abram S. Johnson, great uncle of former Baldwin JOHN UNDERWOOD / STAFF PHOTOS in the line of duty since County Sheriff Jimmy Johnson, has been added to the list Baldwin County Sheriff Hoss Mack, right, and Bay Minette Police Chief Al Tolbert, carry a Loxley Police Officer of four Sheriff’s deputies killed in the line of duty. wreath placed Tuesday, May 12 at the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Department Law Enforce- Kerry Mitchum died in ment Officers Memorial in Robertsdale. a car crash in 2015, one newspapers, including shot him, robbed him, name was added to the the Atlanta Constitution took his horse and left barely alive at the scene they were going to find County Sheriff “Big memorial this year that and the Denver Post, him for dead after drag- where he would later something, and they John” Williams, who was has a special connection pertaining to a Baldwin ging his body to a pond. succumb to his injuries. did,” Mack said. killed while responding to the man who oversaw County Sheriff’s Deputy “But Joel Johnson did The suspect was found Through the research to a noise complaint in the creation of the me- who was killed during a not die and somehow dead about a half a mile it was determined January. morial. shootout in December of managed to drag himself from the scene. Joel Johnson is the “We want to remem- “Last year I received 1881. back to his residence “Being a young man grandfather of James ber all of those being a letter from a retired “Not only would that where he told his family of about 32, Abe Johnson B. “Jimmy” Johnson added to the memorial, police officer in Wyo- make this officer the what happened,” Mack was not married and as who served as Baldwin especially our friend Big ming,” said Sheriff Hoss first known Sheriff’s said. “Among those he far as we know, left no County Sheriff from John and Deputy John- Mack. “This man has Deputy killed in the line told was his brother, descendants,” Mack said. 1986 through 2007. It was son who has such a spe- taken it upon himself to of duty, he would also Baldwin County Sher- “But his brother, Joel under Jimmy Johnson’s cial connection to this be a historian of sorts end up having a special iff’s Deputy Abram Johnson, did survive. He command that the Bald- department,” Mack said. for law enforcement of- connection to the memo- “Abe” Johnson.” recovered from his in- win County Law En- “And while we gather ficers killed in the line of rial itself,” Mack said. Deputy Johnson then juries and lived to be 80 forcement Memorial was here again next year duty.” In December of 1881, took off after the sus- years old.” created in 2001. and for years to come to In researching of- Joel Johnson, a resident pect, locating him at a In research done by With the addition of speak these names that ficers from Wyoming of what was known at residence a few miles local officers, Mack said, Abe Johnson, Baldwin are on our memorial, it killed in the line of duty the time as the Sibley’s from his home. In the while they do not know County’s Law Enforce- is our sincere hope that to make sure they are Mill community, which process of being ar- where Abe Johnson is ment Memorial now we will not have to add included on the National would now be in the rested, Mack said, the buried, they found Joel includes 11 names, Mack any more names to it.” Law Enforcement Me- area of Alabama 225, suspect pulled out a Johnson’s grave in the said. When Johnson’s Tuesday’s ceremony morial in Washington, northeast of Spanish pistol and shot Deputy Whitehouse Fork com- name was added, the also included open- D.C., the officer wrote Fort, was out riding his Johnson in the chest. munity west of Bay Mi- names on the memorial ing prayer by Baldwin to Mack that he had horse when a man (who Johnson returned fire, in nette, listing his date of have now been rear- County District Attorney come across articles that was identified in the dis- turn mortally wounding death as March 6, 1924. ranged, with all Baldwin Robert “Bob” Wilters, were published in some covered articles only as the suspect. “When they found Joel County Sheriff depu- and presentation of of the nation’s largest being from Bay Minette) Johnson was found Johnson’s grave, I knew ties’ names on one side, colors by the Baldwin names of state and fed- County Sheriff’s Depart- eral officers on one side ment Honor Guard. and the names of local Mack also recognized law enforcement on one other dignitaries in at- side. tendance including Bald- Johnson’s name has win County Judge of also been added to the Probate Harry D’Olive, National Law Enforce- County Commission ment Memorial in Chairman Billie Jo Washington, D.C. and Underwood, Commis- was read aloud during sioner Jeb Ball, Judge a National Police Week Scott Taylor, State Rep. ceremony, which was Matt Simpson and police broadcast live over social chiefs from Bay Minette, media on Wednesday, Daphne, Elberta, Loxley, May 13. Orange Beach and Sum- Johnson is one of eight merdale. officers from the state of Following the cer- Alabama whose name emony, Mack and the po- was added to the me- lice chiefs participated in morial this year, Mack the placing of a wreath Presentation of Colors by the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Department Honor Guard. said, including Lowndes in front of the memorial. Gulf Coast Media • May 20, 2020 • 5
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Submitted arships to local high High School Seniors: to announce that $13,000 County, Gulf Coast Art work so hard to assist school seniors and local Foley High School – Erin will be donated to the Alliance, Gulf Shores our county residents South Baldwin New- charities. Each year we Meszaros and Shelly following local 501c3 High School Band De- each day. comers Club held its an- honor these recipients at Barcelona. Gulf Shores organizations: Alabama partment, Klaas Kids Again, a huge thank nual Toast to the Coast our June luncheon, but High School – Emily Sheriff’s Boys Ranch, Regional Search and you to all who supported fundraiser on Jan. 23. with the Corona Virus Anson, Mikaela Boecher, All About Dogs Coastal Operations Center, us in this year’s Toast To With the great support and the circumstances Jackson Carey, Zach- Rescue, Baldwin County Lighthouse of Baldwin The Coast – Disco Fever we received from numer- it has brought this year, ary Coeur, Malia Elliot, Child Advocacy Center, County, Mary’s Shelter, themed fundraiser, we ous local restaurants our June luncheon will Braswell McMeans, Baldwin Pops Orches- Safe Harbor Animal Co- look forward to seeing and bakeries, local busi- not be held. Elliot Taylos. Coastal tra, Daybreak Respite, alition and South Bald- everyone next year and nesses that helped pro- Our SBNC President, Alabama Community Ecumenical Ministries win Literacy Council. are excited to hear what mote our fundraiser, our Libby Bates along with College – Grace Parker. Meals on Wheels, Fam- Thank you to all these the theme will be for members generously Susan West, Special We wish each one these ily Promise-Baldwin local organizations that 2021. volunteering hours, and Events Chair are excited students the absolute the great attendance to announce we raised best in their education from our community, we $26,000 this year. We are journey and in their are honored each year to honored to award $13,000 future. be able to donate schol- to the following Local We are also honored University of Mobile business students Wendy Pierce ranked 1st in online global business Attorney at Law strategy competition Social Security Disability & Elder Law Representing the disabled & elderly and protecting MOBILE — Four into teams and are then based on selling athletic footwear that mirror the your financial and legal interests. University of Mobile assigned the task of business students are managing the corpora- real-world market. Her 140 S. Section St., Fairhope currently in 1st place tion through strategic students are engaged in 928-1499 among 4,399 teams from expansion, offering controlling the cost of 241 colleges/universities generic branding, hir- production, outsourcing, www.pierceelderlaw.com worldwide. ing, borrowing money, cost of capital, pricing No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than that of other lawyers. The team from UM is and managing foreign and product promotion. led by Dr. Kathy Dun- currencies, among other UM students are get- ning, dean of the School functions. ting practical business of Business and associ- Each Monday of the experience before even ate professor of account- starting week, BSG- graduating. ing. The students that Online compiles a list “This business simula- make up the team are of the prior week’s best- tion puts our students Heidi Giles, an account- performing companies in real managerial ing major from Canada; worldwide based on each decision-making roles Gunner Hendrix, a of the four measures: on a global platform. marketing major from overall score, earnings Managers at this level do Spanish Fort, Alabama; per share, return on av- not have the luxury of Morgan Bryant, a man- erage equity and stock focusing on one item at agement major from Mo- price. a time, but must be con- bile, Alabama and Lukas The UM students gen- stantly engaged in posi- Burt, an accounting erate the highest total tioning their company to major from England. scores for each of these take advantage of oppor- The BSG-Online pro- metrics, worldwide. tunities to advance their gram, also known as the Dunning uses the company in the midst Business Strategy Game, BSG-Online program of global competition,” is a computer simulation to prepare her stu- says Dunning. of a multinational man- dents for the business For more information ufacturing corporation. world. Dunning said about the School of Busi- When using this online she accomplishes this ness at the University exercise, members of by using all aspects of of Mobile, visit umobile. the classroom divide manufacturing that are edu or call 251-442-2222.
GulfCoastNewsToday.com From Baldwin County’s news innovator since 1890 Gulf Coast Media • May 20, 2020 • Out & About • 7 Out & About in Baldwin County Chamber hosts Honoring Our Heroes drive through at Church of Christ
By JOHN UNDERWOOD [email protected]
ROBERTSDALE — In a time of social distanc- ing, the Central Baldwin Chamber of Commerce’s annual Honoring Our Heroes lunch, held Tues- day, May 12, looked a little different this year. “We still wanted to honor those who serve, not just in Central Bald- win, but for the entire area,” said Chamber Executive Director Gail Quezada, “and we JOHN UNDERWOOD / STAFF PHOTO JOHN UNDERWOOD / STAFF PHOTO thought this would be a good way to do it.” County Commission Chairman Billie Jo Underwood assisted in providing meals for first responders at the annual Central Baldwin Chamber of Commerce Honoring Our Heroes So, this year, instead lunch held Tuesday, May 12 at the Robertsdale Church of Christ. Underwood is shown here THE TOWING AND RECOVERY of hosting a buffet-style with Chamber Executive Director Gail Quezada delivering to her hometown Summerdale sit down lunch as in Police Department. PROFESSIONALS past years, the Chamber decided to host depu- Tony’s Fairhope ties from the Baldwin 251-928-7334 County Sheriff’s Depart- TOWING, INC. Daphne/Spanish Fort ment, fire officials, EMA, 251-626-7339 EMT and police depart- ment officials with a www.tonys-towing.com 24 HOUR SERVICE drive through service. And since there is currently construction going on at the PZK Hall in Robertsdale, the event was held at the Roberts- dale Church of Christ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING with pastor Andrew Itson and family partici- The Planning Commission of the City of pating. Robertsdale, Alabama will conduct a pub- The annual event was lic hearing to consider a subdivision re- first held during the JOHN UNDERWOOD / STAFF PHOTO week of 9/11 in 2014, quest made by Circle C Properties LLC. but was moved to May Employees with the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office pick up meals for officers from The proposed subdivision, Ridgewood Quezada and Robertsdale Church of Christ Pastor Andrew Itson. in 2016 to coincide with Park, containing 55 lots and track contain- Law Enforcement Of- ing 38.71 acres, is located on Wilters Street ficers Memorial Week Central Command in Sponsors: the Baldwin dale Urgent Care, Lee and Ridgewood Drive, Robertsdale AL and the Baldwin County Robertsdale. County Sheriff’s Office, Drug Store Pharmacy 36567. (Metes & Bounds description can Sheriff’s Department’s Baldwin EMC was the Café Acadiana, Coastal & Gift Shop, Citizens’ Fallen Officers Memo- presenting sponsor for Alabama Community Bank, the town of Silver- be provided by the City Clerk.) rial, which was also the event. Additional College, Riviera Utilities; hill and Signarama. held May 12 at the BCSO sponsors were Gold Silver Sponsors: Roberts- The hearing has been scheduled for Tues- day, May 26, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. Interested persons and adjoining property owners will be given as opportunity to ask questions and make comments at this time. Written comments should be addressed to Shannon J. Burkett, City Clerk, P.O. Box 429, Robertsdale, AL 36567.
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BROOKE BUTLER/FOR GULF COAST MEDIA Quesada provides meals for the Robertsdale Police Department. focus on Health MAY 20, 2020 The right way to wear and clean your cloth face mask UAB NEWS to know about how to others from your germs It is crucial that the bag for storage until you access to a washing properly wear and clean when you cough or mask covers your nose need it again. machine, you can hand- As businesses begin cloth face masks, accord- sneeze.” and your mouth. Do not Wash your hands one wash it using soap and to reopen, many cities ing to medical experts Watts adds it is also a wear it below your nose. more time after you put water. and states are requiring at the University of Ala- way to help people avoid “I have seen people the mask away. Once it is clean and or encouraging people bama at Birmingham. touching their faces. wearing it below their According to the CDC, dry, store the mask in to wear cloth face masks Before you begin to noses, on their chins, the mask should: a new paper bag or in a while in public to help wonder whether or not The right way to wear a on top of their heads. • Fit snugly, but comfort- place where it will not be slow the spread of the you need a mask, it is cloth face mask It needs to completely ably against the side of touched or coughed on novel coronavirus. Ac- important to understand Before you pick up cover your mucosal area, the face. by other people in your cording to the Centers why it is necessary to your mask, make sure which is your nose and • Be secured with ties or home. for Disease Control wear one while in public. you have washed your your mouth,” Lee said. ear loops. and Prevention, people “The purpose of wear- hands with soap and Before you take your • Have multiple layers of Who should not wear a should wear cloth face ing a cloth face mask is water or used an alcohol- mask off, wash or sani- fabric. mask? coverings, not surgical not to prevent you from based hand sanitizer. tize your hands. It is also • Allow for breathing Cloth face masks masks or N95 respirators, getting the virus, but to If your mask has important to remember without restriction. should not be placed on in public settings where protect other people from straps, tie the top straps which side was on the • Be able to be laundered young children under the other social distancing getting the virus from first, then the bottom outside. and machine-dried age of 2; on anyone who measures are difficult to you,” said Penni Watts, ones. Once it is tied, “Do not touch the out- without damage or has trouble breathing; or maintain, such as gro- Ph.D., RN, an assistant do not touch the mask side of the mask while change to the shape. on anyone who is uncon- cery stores and pharma- professor of nursing at again. If your mask has wearing it, and try to scious, incapacitated or cies. the UAB School of Nurs- elastic straps, loop those avoid touching the out- How to clean a cloth otherwise unable to re- Here is what you need ing. “The mask protects over your ears. side when you remove mask and how often move the cloth face cov- “If you feel it slipping, it,” Watts said. The best way to clean ering without assistance, make sure you wash your When you take the a cloth face mask is to according to the CDC. hands again before you mask off, you should wash it in a washing ma- adjust it,” said Rachael carefully fold it to pro- chine. You should wash For more information Lee, M.D., an infectious tect the side facing your and dry it at least once a about the novel coronavi- diseases physician at mouth and nose. Then day if possible. rus, visit uab.edu/corona- UAB. you can put it in a paper If you do not have virus.
Family Vision and Hearing Tips for children wearing masks 17 months at new location. UAB NEWS Birmingham School of vorite toy or yourself so reotypes” for wearing a FamilyStanding Vision Solid and Growing and Hearing Stronger! Nursing suggests being the child can see how the mask. 17 months at new location. Tedra Smith, DNP, honest with children mask will fit. • For older children, re- Standing251-943-4395 Solid and Growing Stronger! nurse practitioner and an and using simple terms Smith provides addi- late wearing a mask to 1805 N McKenzie St. Foley, AL 36535 (Hwy 59) assistant professor in the that they understand as tional tips as parents talk something they under- [email protected] University of Alabama at you begin to talk about to children about wearing stand. Most older kids wearing a mask when a mask: understand the concept 1805 N McKenzie St. Foley, AL 36535 (Hwy 59) out in public. Explain the • Give the child a chance of spreading germs and [email protected] importance of wearing to ask questions, and the need for certain pre- a mask in public such as provide them with hon- ventive measures such prevention from getting est responses. as handwashing. coronavirus. Discuss • Allow the child to sit in other things the child may your lap if needed, and Fun and comfortable typically do every day use soothing words of masks for kids to prevent the spread of comfort. When making masks germs, like covering their • Let the child know that or purchasing masks for nose and mouth when it is OK to be afraid of children, Smith suggests they cough and avoiding the mask. making it work with their others when they are ill. • Allow the child to play personality. Pick a fabric Explain that the purpose with the mask so they that is kid-friendly, such of wearing the mask is to can get used to it. as their favorite cartoon prevent them and others • Show pictures of other character, sports team or from getting the virus and children who are the color. Give options if pro- other germs. same age wearing viding them with a home- As you open up the masks out in public to made mask so they can discussion, demonstrate help them feel comfort- feel as though they have a wearing a mask on a fa- able and decrease “ste- choice in what they wear. Gulf Coast Media • May 20, 2020 • Health • 9 Protect your skin at Alabama beaches
Submitted day and wearing a hat skin cancer screenings cancers. In 2019, about and protective clothing. should be conducted in 1,420 people in the state Now that beaches have It’s also important to person. Bodie added that were diagnosed with reopened in Alabama, get screened regularly oral polypodium, a plant- melanoma, according to USA Health physicians and seek medical advice based antioxidant also the most recent statistics are reminding everyone when necessary, he said. known as Heliocare, has from the American Can- to take steps to protect “If a mole is changing been shown to prevent cer Society. their skin from mela- or there is a new mole, skin cancer. Heliocare is Spencer Liles, M.D., a noma and other skin I encourage seeking a available at USA Health surgical oncologist with to treating melanoma, Liles said. “In advanced- cancers. virtual visit with a der- Dermatology and at local USA Health, said that offering care from diag- stage patients, we are USA Health derma- matologist,” Bodie said. drug stores. while melanoma can be nosis to surgery and can- now investigating the tologist Fred Bodie, “Then, if the mole is Melanoma, the most deadly, there are encour- cer treatment, including effect of using immuno- M.D., recommends ap- bothersome, the patient serious form of skin aging new treatment op- clinical trials. therapy before surgery plying broad-spectrum should come in to get it cancer, is the fifth most tions for those diagnosed “Immunotherapy to improve our ability to sunscreen with an SPF examined in person and common cancer in with this type of cancer. continues to revolution- surgically remove all of of at least 30, staying biopsied, if necessary.” Alabama after breast, USA Health takes a mul- ize our approach to the cancer and cure the out of the sun at mid- He said that total prostate, colon and lung tidisciplinary approach treating melanoma,” patient.”
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