Dyslexia is a common, language-based learning disability that makes it difficult to read, spell, and write. It is unrelated to a person's intelligence. Studies have also shown that patients with dyslexia can have a hard time hearing when there is a lot of background noise, but the reasons for this haven't been exactly clear.
Now, scientists at Northwestern University say that in dyslexia, the part of the brain that helps perceive speech in a noisy environment is unable to fine-tune or sharpen the incoming signals.
Click here to learn more about the study at Web MD
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Help with family fuel costs
We would like to let you know about an opportunity to get some financial support to help out with your family's fuel costs. A non-profit organization called Free Gas USA is now accepting applications for grants to individuals to help with the purchase of gasoline for personal use.
To qualify, all you have to do is complete an application form. To view the application and read more about the program, please visit: www.freegasusa.org.
To qualify, all you have to do is complete an application form. To view the application and read more about the program, please visit: www.freegasusa.org.
Free Wrightslaw training for parents & family members
Wrightslaw is a one-day special education law and advocacy program that focuses on four areas:
-Special education law, rights and responsibilities
-Tests and measurements to measure progress & regression
-SMART IEPs
-Introduction to tactics & strategies for effective advocacy
Registration is FREE to parents, family members, and individuals who work with children with disabilities and are residents of Oklahoma. Out of state registrants are welcome, but will be charged for the cost of the books ($65)
To register, go to:
http://www.wrightslaw.com/speak/09.12.ok.htm
-Special education law, rights and responsibilities
-Tests and measurements to measure progress & regression
-SMART IEPs
-Introduction to tactics & strategies for effective advocacy
Registration is FREE to parents, family members, and individuals who work with children with disabilities and are residents of Oklahoma. Out of state registrants are welcome, but will be charged for the cost of the books ($65)
To register, go to:
http://www.wrightslaw.com/speak/09.12.ok.htm
H1N1 Vaccine Available To All Oklahomans
Effective: November 17, 2009
State health officials announced today that all Oklahomans who want to reduce their risk of H1N1 infection are now eligible to receive H1N1 influenza vaccine. While vaccine supplies remain limited, demand from priority groups has dipped to a point where all Oklahomans can begin to receive vaccine.
“While we continue to emphasize the importance of vaccination for the priority groups, especially children and pregnant women, we are going to begin to vaccinate the general population today,” said State Epidemiologist Dr. Kristy Bradley. “Vaccination continues to be the best way to protect yourself from the H1N1 flu and slow the spread of this pandemic. H1N1 influenza activity has been widespread in Oklahoma since early September and even though statewide monitoring has recently shown a decline in influenza-linked hospitalizations, this virus is expected to circulate throughout the winter months. The possibility also exists that another surge of H1N1 flu may follow the current one.”
Since September 1, 890 Oklahomans have been hospitalized due to complications from influenza and 27 persons have died. Ninety percent of the H1N1-related deaths have been persons less than 65 years old. This finding contrasts significantly with seasonal flu which tends to cause the greatest proportion of deaths among persons older than 65 years. The best protection against getting the flu is to receive both the vaccine for H1N1 flu and seasonal flu.
Oklahomans seeking the H1N1 vaccine are encouraged to check with their physician’s office or county health department. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) expects an additional 90,000 doses of the H1N1 vaccine to be delivered to the state this week. The doses include both nasal spray and injectable vaccines. Supplies remain limited and the state expects to continue to receive vaccine through January.
For more information about the availability of H1N1 influenza vaccine in your area, call your local county health department or visit www.health.ok.gov. The Oklahoma State Department of Health toll-free H1N1 hotline is 1-866-278-7134. Phones are answered Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.
State health officials announced today that all Oklahomans who want to reduce their risk of H1N1 infection are now eligible to receive H1N1 influenza vaccine. While vaccine supplies remain limited, demand from priority groups has dipped to a point where all Oklahomans can begin to receive vaccine.
“While we continue to emphasize the importance of vaccination for the priority groups, especially children and pregnant women, we are going to begin to vaccinate the general population today,” said State Epidemiologist Dr. Kristy Bradley. “Vaccination continues to be the best way to protect yourself from the H1N1 flu and slow the spread of this pandemic. H1N1 influenza activity has been widespread in Oklahoma since early September and even though statewide monitoring has recently shown a decline in influenza-linked hospitalizations, this virus is expected to circulate throughout the winter months. The possibility also exists that another surge of H1N1 flu may follow the current one.”
Since September 1, 890 Oklahomans have been hospitalized due to complications from influenza and 27 persons have died. Ninety percent of the H1N1-related deaths have been persons less than 65 years old. This finding contrasts significantly with seasonal flu which tends to cause the greatest proportion of deaths among persons older than 65 years. The best protection against getting the flu is to receive both the vaccine for H1N1 flu and seasonal flu.
Oklahomans seeking the H1N1 vaccine are encouraged to check with their physician’s office or county health department. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) expects an additional 90,000 doses of the H1N1 vaccine to be delivered to the state this week. The doses include both nasal spray and injectable vaccines. Supplies remain limited and the state expects to continue to receive vaccine through January.
For more information about the availability of H1N1 influenza vaccine in your area, call your local county health department or visit www.health.ok.gov. The Oklahoma State Department of Health toll-free H1N1 hotline is 1-866-278-7134. Phones are answered Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.
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