Dr. Green: Men’s Health Month – Count On Us, Men
By Dr. JUSTIN GREEN
Los Alamos
It probably comes as no surprise that there are notable differences in the health of men compared to women. But when you take a closer look at the statistics outlining this health disparity, it can be quite alarming. For example, the average lifespan for men is about five years less than women, and there’s been a gradual increase in this gap over the years. Men are also twice as likely as women to die of a heart attack and significantly more likely to die of cancer. Not only that, but men are also less likely to undergo treatment for mental health conditions, becoming four Read More
Geimer Is Top Predictor & First Place Finisher In 5K Race
Runners gather Tuesday on Barranca Mesa for the ACRR weekly pace race. Courtesy/ACRR
Runners prepare for ACRR weekly pace race Tuesday on Barranca Mesa. Courtesy/ACRR
ACRR News:
Paul Geimer was the top predictor at 10 seconds off his predicted time as well as the best finisher in the 5K distance with a time of 18:50 in the weekly pace race out on Barranca Mesa.
Other accurate predictors:
- Adrienne Hetrick with a 12 second differential and also the top female on the 5K course recording a 22:38;
- Mark Bjorklund at 13 seconds off;
- Catherine Hensley with a 15 second difference; and
- Zach Medin recording
McQuiston: Umbrella Coverage – What It Is, Why You Need It
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
I thought I would post an article I found from Central Insurance Company.
You might find yourself wondering, “Do I really need an umbrella policy?” The short answer is: yes.
While many consider umbrella coverage a supplemental policy compared to home, auto, and even life insurance, for many, the safety net provided by this unique type of policy is anything but optional.
In this article, we will review everything you need to know about umbrella insurance— from who it’s for to how much it costs—and explore some of the unique features that Read More
Gruninger: It’s Summer – Get Outside And PLAY
Jacci Gruninger takes her own advice and has some fun! Courtesy photo
By JACCI GRUNINGER, MS, C-IAYT, ERYT500
Los Alamos
Plato, the Greek philosopher said, “You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation.”
Freidrich Froebel, father of modern kindergarten said, “Play is the purist, the most spiritual, product of man at this stage, and it is at once the prefiguration and imitation of the total human life–of the inner, secret, natural life in man and in all things. It produces, therefore, joy, freedom, satisfaction, repose within and without, peace with the Read More
Skolnik: COVID Update – June 15, 2022 – Still In A Major Surge
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
Los Alamos
Cases
The number of cases has increased over the two weeks ending June 14 by 157 percent. We are at a 7-day average of 25+ cases per day, equal to 129 per 100,000 people.
This rate of new cases is the highest in New Mexico and as high as any time except the peak of the Omicron surge. For reference, the county with the 10th highest rate of new cases in the country has 139 cases per 100,000 per day.
The number of reported cases is almost certainly a major undercount of the true number of cases. In addition, the County’s wastewater testing program has not functioned during the recent Read More
Kiwanis Scholarship Recipients Speak At June 7 Meeting
Dennis Gill with scholarship recipient Nina Johnson, parents Silvie and Scott Johnson and sisters Lilly and Heidi. Courtesy/Kiwanis
Kiwanian Dennis Gill and scholarship recipient Adalee Witt with her parents Monica and Erick Witt. Courtesy/Kiwanis
KIWANIS News:
Two Kiwanis scholarship recipients spoke during the June 7 Kiwanis meeting.
Dennis Gill, chairman of the Scholarship Committee introduced each one.
Adalee Witt, who earned the Jeannette O. Wallace award spoke first. She had read multiple articles about Wallace’s good work for the county and in the Legislature and said she hoped Read More
Exec. Director Lauren McDaniel Briefs Kiwanis On LACDC
LACDC Executive Director Lauren McDaniel speaking June 7 to Kiwanis. Courtesy/Kiwanis
KIWANIS News:
Lauren McDaniel, executive director of the Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation (LACDC), spoke June 7 to Kiwanis and explained its goals and activities.
The LACDC is a private, non-profit organization with a sustainable economic development focus with a mission that includes serving the business community, creating and retaining jobs, and diversifying the economy.
She provided a list of programs the group supports. It included the Chamber of Commerce, the Los Alamos MainStreet Read More
