Wellness workshop

Wellness workshop

VIENNA

Local author Steve Tackett is offering a workshop, “Guided Imagery for Wellness and Personal Growth,” Sunday from noon to 2:30 p.m. at The Yoga Center in the Governors Insurance Building, 972 Youngstown-Kingsville Road (state Route 193).

It will include a discussion on guided imagery followed by imagery sessions on relaxation and regeneration, healing and wellness, and how to experience inner guidance to find answers for daily life. The cost is $30. To register, call 330-647-0399.

Household remedies

WASHINGTON, D.C.

AARP offers tips about lesser-known household remedies. They include:

Honey for cuts: Its antioxidant, anti-bacterial properties may help cleanse and heal wounds.

Potato peel for burns: The juices in the potato keep the burn moist. Cover with a bandage.

Duct tape for a twisted ankle: To stabilize an ankle or wrist, wrap the injury with thin strips of tape.

Greek yogurt for a sunburn: The lactic acid works to remove dead skin. Leave on 15-20 minutes.

Toothpaste for bee stings: The alkaline toothpaste neutralizes the acid in the bee’s venom.

LaPolla joins ACFAP

WARREN

Podiatrist Dr. James LaPolla Jr., owner of Northeast Ohio Foot, Ankle & Wound Center Inc., with offices in Howland and Brookfield, has become a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Pediatrics (ACFAP), which recognizes the importance of treating foot ailments at the earliest age to prevent adult problems.

Members frequently participate in seminars, lectures, publications and digital media on the newest information and most- advanced techniques in pediatric foot and ankle care. LaPolla, who has staff privileges at Akron Children’s Hospital, recently attended the ACFAP’s third annual International Pediatric Foot & Ankle Seminar, where he heard leading authorities discuss pediatric foot and ankle conditions.

New board members

YOUNGSTOWN

The National Safety Council (NSC) Ohio Chapter, based in Youngstown, has elected new board members and officers and expanded its service area.

Officers elected are: president, Walter Duzzny of Impact Educational Service; vice president, Curt Speck of Safety Resources Company of Ohio Inc.; treasurer, Mark Zeidenstein of L. Calvin Jones & Co.; and secretary, Christine Williams of the Ohio Bureau of Worker’s Compensation. New board members are Cheryl Altizer of CompOne MCO; Brian Crumbacher of “Joe” Dickey Electric Inc.; Melissa Heike of 3P Safety LLC; and Holly Swartz of Hitch-Hiker Mfg.

The NSC Ohio Chapter, which has more than 530 members mostly in 30 counties of Northern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania, is expanding its service and membership area throughout Ohio. Companies interested in training in defensive driving, first aid/CPR and occupational safety should contact the NSC Ohio Chapter at 800-715-0358 or at info@nscohio.org.

Disorder and disease courses meet weekly

NILES

Board-certified naturopath Dr. Dannielle MacDuff is accepting registrations for a course, “Autoimmune Disorders and Reversing Chronic Disease,” which meets Thursdays, beginning July 27, at ETI Technical College, 2076 Youngstown-Warren Road.

The classes are from 7 to 8:30 p.m. July 27 and Aug. 3, 10, and 17. The cost is a $55 donation to the Phoenix House Building Fund. To register, visit MusslerChiro.com or call 330-758-9567.

MacDuff works with Mussler Chiropractic in Boardman, Associated Chiropractic in Warren and Phoenix House Wellness Center.