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CDC Tells How to Protect Yourself in the Summer Heat:
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Summertime is normally hot and if you work outdoors, remember to take the typical precautions against overheating. Though heat-related deaths and illnesses are preventable, there were 2,600 heat-related work injuries in one recent year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Muggy or humid conditions add to discomfort. Excessively hot and dry conditions can create a more dangerous situation. The CDC recommends: * Drink plenty of fluids regardless of your activity level. During heavy work in a hot environment or strenuous activity of any kind, drink two to four glasses of cool fluids each hour. Don't drink alcohol, beverages with a high sugar content or very cold drinks . * Replace salt and minerals lost through sweating by drinking a sports beverage. Discuss beverages with your doctor if you are on a low-salt diet. * Wear appropriate clothing. At home, wear as little as possible. When going out, choose light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. Wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection . * Use sunscreen. Sunburn affects the body's ability to cool itself. It causes a loss of body fluids, skin damage and pain. Apply a product rated SPF 15 or higher 30 minutes before going out. * Pace yourself. When working or playing sports in a hot environment, begin slowly and pick up the pace gradually. If your heart begins to pound and you begin gasping for breath, STOP all activity. Move to a cool area or at least into shade to rest, especially if you feel lightheaded or weak. * Watch each other. When working in the heat, monitor the condition of co-workers and have them do the same for you. Be wary of confusion. * Stay cool indoors. If you don't have air conditioning, go to a place that does. Even a few hours in air conditioning can help you stay cooler when you go back into the heat . * Don't depend on a fan to cool yourself. When the temperature is in the high 90s, fans will not prevent heat-related illness. Cool showers could help you cool off.
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| Secret of a Happy Marriage |
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A woman was sipping a glass of wine, while sitting on the patio with her husband. She coos "I love you. I don't know how I could ever live without you."
Her husband asks, "Is that you or the wine talking?"
She replies, "It's me ... talking to the wine."
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| All Physical Activity Reduces Alzheimer's Risk: |
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An important new study shows that any physical activity, not just exercising, is linked to a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
The finding should be considered by people in middle age, since the disease develops for years before any symptoms occur. Protective activities included washing dishes, cooking, cleaning, gardening and even playing cards.
Study subjects had no signs of dementia at the start of the study, which is part of the ongoing Memory and Aging Project at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.
This is the first study to use an objective measure of physical activity in addition to self-reports. Participants wore an actigraph on their wrists to assess levels of activity. Those in the bottom 10 percent for physical activity were almost twice as likely to develop Alzheimer's.
Quoted in USA Today, study leader, physician Aron Buchman says, "The implication of this study is really astounding. Exercise is good, without a doubt, but his study is about more than exercise. People who might not be able to exercise can tailor activities that are right for them."
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VSB is Proud to Announce that Two Employees Have Been Promoted:
Terri Brooks
Terri began working at Volunteer State Bank immediately after graduating from Portland High School. She began in bookkeeping and continues to work in that department. However, her responsibilities have increased over the years.Terri served as Assistant Operations Officer for several years before assuming her current role as Operations Supervisor. She is very knowledgeable of the bank's operation, computer system and software. |
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Promotion:
Kellie Manning
Kellie has been with Volunteer State Bank since 1997. She began her banking career in bookkeeping but transferred to Loan Administration in 2006. In her current role as Staff Accountant, Kellie prepares board reports, the quarterly call report and numerous internal bank reports. She also supervises the loan operations department. |
We Also Welcome Two New Employees:
Dannette Emerson
Dannette was born in Angola, Indiana and moved to Franklin, Kentucky at the age of four. Later she moved to Westmoreland, Tennessee and graduated from Westmoreland High School. She lives in Portland with her daughters and her grandson. Dannette has been in banking for 23 years. She will be an asset to our organization.
Cindy Baker
Cindy lives in Portland with her husband and her two sons. She graduated from Portland High School. Cindy has 13 years of banking experience. She serves as an Ambassador for the Portland Chamber of Commerce and is involved with Relay for Life. Cindy will be a teller at our Gallatin branch. We are honored to have Cindy on our team.
Welcome to Our July 2012 Newsletter:
Summer has arrived with a vengeance. There are several days within the past few weeks that have topped all time heat records. This type of heat can be dangerous so plan ahead if you are going to be outside cutting the grass or working in the garden. Consider the following points:
How to Recognize, and Help Treat, Heat-Related Disorders:
The more you work -- or play --on a hot day, the more your body heats up inside, and that can be dangerous.
Too much activity can make your body lose its ability to dispose of excess heat. The core temperature of the body rises and the heart rate increases.
OSHA has identified these types of disorders and what you can do to help someone in distress:
* Heat stroke, a life-threatening event. Signs include loss of the ability to sweat, mental confusion, hot dry skin, and high body temperature. Move the person to a cool area and soak with cool water. Fan vigorously until medical help arrives.
* Heat exhaustion. Symptoms include fatigue, dizziness, nausea, or headache with moist skin. Move the victim to a cool place and give water or a sports drink. If the victim vomits or faints, seek medical treatment.
* Heat cramps. Usually muscles used for work are affected, but cramps may occur later. Drinking liquids should relieve cramps, but intravenous saline solution may be necessary.
* Fainting. When people stand for a long time in a hot environment they aren't used to, they may faint. Moving around is better than standing in one place. After fainting, the victim should lie down and rest.
* Heat rash. When sweat is trapped under the skin, small, red bumps may appear that itch and burst to release sweat. See a doctor if they get infected.
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Sumner County Fair - July 30 - August 4, 2012.
*Volunteer State Bank will be giving away a $1000 cash prize on Saturday night. Make your plans early as you have to be present to win!
*The staff and management at Volunteer State Banks wish all of our readers a safe and cool July.
*Congratulations to Patricia Amell for winning our July Gas Card valued at $50.00 Sign up for our online newsletter and you may be our next winner! (see "Joining Our Mailing List")
Sincerely,
Terry Durham
Marketing Director
Volunteer State Bank
615-323-1285
  
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