The Nick of Time Foundation Healthy Heart Screening is coming to Lake Stevens! Wednesday, August 26th at Cavelero Mid High School. Young people are at risk of sudden cardiac arrest. When a young person goes in to see their medical profession for a "traditional" physical the provider usually listens to the heart through a stethoscope. However, they don't take a "picture" of the heart. The "picture" can tell the professional if there is a possible anomaly that might lead to dire consequences.
One high school aged athlete suffers a Sudden Cardiac Arrest every three days in the U.S! The leading cause of death in young athletes on the playing field is an undetected heart condition. The best way to detect these heart conditions is through a heart screening using a ECG (Electrocardiogram), and in some cases an Echocardiogram (ultrasound) of the heart.
Nick of Time Foundation in partnership with the University of Washington Medical Center conduct ON-SITE heart screenings for adolescents and young adults ages 14-24. Screenings consists of a Heart Health Survey asking about possible signs & symptoms or family history of a heart condition. An ECG is performed that analyzes the electrical signals of the heart. In some cases a limited physical exam or Echocardiogram of the heart is conducted. The results are reviewed on site by cardiologists and sports physicians experienced in heart screens.
Students at Cavelero and Lake Stevens High Schools have been sent information about the Screening. However, all young people in Lake Stevens ae encourage to participate. If you know of a 14 to 24 year old in our area who may not be a Lake student please encourage them to have this non-invasive screening done. They will need to contact the Foundation to get more information.
Rotarians! You are being asked to help out on the day of the event! You can help out in the morning or afternoon or all day. Lunch is provided. Please register your participation by clicking on the event in the Events section to the left.
This week's meeting includes a presentation by 44th Legislative District Representative Mark Harmsworth who happens to be a member of the House Transportation Committee. He will bring us up-to-date on transportation issues affecting us.
CONTEST: Be the first person to correctly identify the location from where the photograph at the top of our website and this bulletin was taken and win a fabulous prize. Deadline is 7:30 am Friday, August 7th. Send your guess to the Editor. Be quick because this photo is going away after this week.
It is with sadness that we share the news of the passing of Gordon Bjorg, Sr., owner of Roy Robinson Chevrolet, Subaru and RV's of Marysville, WA. Gordy was a resident of Lake Stevens and enthusiastically supported our Duck Dash program for years. We appreciate the support he and his company have shown the Lake Stevens Community. He will be missed. Rest In Peace.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 16th at Bethany Christian Assembly in Everett at 3:00 pm followed by a Celebration of Gordy's life at the Xfinity Event Center, 4:30 to 7:30 pm. Click here to read more about Gordy.
Our Club's Membership Directory has been updated. To view the Directory, Click on the View Directory links in the MyClubRunner box on the Admin Page after you have logged in at the Club's website. You can also print out a copy--with or without photographs--by using the eDirectory link found below the View links. If your photo isn't showing it is because you haven't uploaded a photo yet. Please maintain your membership record by logging in when there are changes to your contact information (home or work addresses, telephone numbers, etc.), work status, where you want your Rotary information sent--home or work--along with several other options that you can update. Check it frequently.
Members- invoices were recently sent to you for the semi-annual dues and voluntary contribution to The Rotary Fund (EREY). Please check you email for the invoice and be part of the Paid group. Thank you for supporting your Club.
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