Category: October 29

• WORLD STROKE DAY – October 29

  WORLD STROKE DAY

  World Stroke Day, on October 29th, seeks to emphasize the serious nature and high rates of stroke. The day is also observed to raise awareness of the prevention and treatment of strokes.

  #WorldStrokeDay

  According to previous statistics, one in six people were expected to have a stroke during their lifetime. Fifteen million people around the world have strokes each year. It’s also the leading cause of disability. A stroke may cause paralysis, sensory disturbances, aphasia, and emotional disturbances.

  Over 6 million people die as a result of a stroke. Throughout the world, stroke is the second leading cause of death. Additionally, current statistics suggest that the number of people expected to have a stroke has increased. Now, one in four people is likely to have a stroke.

  Early Warning Signs

  Knowing the early warning signs of stroke saves lives. Early symptoms of a stroke usually happen suddenly. These symptoms include:

  • Numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body
  • Confusion or trouble talking
  • Trouble seeing
  • Dizziness or trouble walking
  • Severe headache

  If you or a loved one is having any of these symptoms, it’s important to act F.A.S.T.

  F = Facial Weakness
  A = Arm Weakness
  S = Speech difficulty
  T = Time loss is brain loss.  Call 911 when these symptoms are present.  Don’t wait!

  Early warning signs of a stroke may disappear after a few minutes. However, the symptoms may still indicate a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Even if symptoms disappear, it’s important to receive medical attention right away.

  It’s important to know the symptoms of a stroke. Furthermore, it’s also important to know that strokes can be prevented. In fact, up to 90% of all strokes can be prevented by addressing certain risk factors. These risk factors include hypertension, diet, smoking, and exercise. Through an emphasis on prevention, the World Stroke Association hopes to cut the number of strokes in half by 2030.

  HOW TO OBSERVE WORLD STROKE DAY

  Here are some ways to observe this day:

  • Know your risk of having a stroke
  • Attend an informational discussion on strokes at a local medical facility
  • Take action to prevent a stroke by quitting smoking, changing your diet, and reducing hypertension
  • Learn the early signs of stroke and how you should respond
  • If you have experienced a stroke, share your survivor story with others

  Visit www.strokeassociation.org for more resources and use #WorldStrokeDay to share on social media.

  WORLD STROKE DAY HISTORY

  In the 1990s, the European Stroke Initiative had the idea to create a global awareness day for the strokes. Due to financial restrictions, the awareness day was limited to Europe only. The country celebrates its awareness day on May 10th. In 2004, a World Stroke Day was established at the World Stroke Congress in Vancouver.

  In 2006, Canadian clinical neuroscientist, Dr. Vladimir Hachinkski helped to incorporate a World Stroke Proclamation. During that time, the International Stroke Society merged with the World Stroke Federation. The result of this merger was the World Stroke Organization (WSO). Under the management of the WSO, the first official World Stroke Day was held on October 29th, 2006.

  October 28, 2016

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  Health & Awareness, International, National Day, October 29

• NATIONAL OATMEAL DAY – October 29

  NATIONAL OATMEAL DAY

  Hearts get healthy on National Oatmeal Day! Not only is oatmeal one of America’s favorite breakfast foods, but we also celebrate it annually on October 29th. It’s a perfect day to enjoy one of America’s favorite breakfast foods. 

  #NationalOatmealDay

  A warm bowl of oatmeal starts a day off right. Add spices, fruit, nuts, or nut butters to add flavor. It’s also a versatile ingredient. Add oatmeal to baked goods to create a delicious crumble. We use it to make granola, cookies, and bars. Sometimes, recipes for soups call for oatmeal, adding thicker texture and nutty flavor.

  • Steel-cut oats are coarsely cut oats. They’re the nuttiest and most flavorful oats available.
  • Oatmeal also comes in different forms. Rolled oats are a whole grain oat that’s rolled into oat flakes. They may take longer to cook, but the nutty flavor adds to the enjoyment.
  • Another kind is instant or quick oats. These oats cook more quickly because they’ve either been pre-cooked or cut thinner. They lose some of the nuttiness found in rolled oats, but they offer similar health benefits.

  Oatmeal offers many health benefits. 

  • A bowl of oatmeal daily can lower cholesterol.
  • It may reduce the risk of heart disease.
  • It may reduce your risk of cancer. (According to the American Cancer Society, eating a diet high in fiber may help reduce your risk for cancer.)
  • The grain is low in fat.
  • Oatmeal is low in calories.
  • Add oatmeal to your diet as a good source of iron and fiber.

  Some favorite oatmeal toppings include brown sugar, sugar, cinnamon, peaches, blueberries, strawberries, bananas, nuts, and granola.

  Oatmeal has a long tradition in the state of Vermont, which originated within the Scottish settlement.  Although there were many variations, most oatmeal recipes began with steel-cut oats. They soaked the oats overnight in cold water, salt, and maple syrup. Early the next morning, the cook would add ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and, occasionally, ground ginger.  The pot was then placed over heat and cooked for approximately 90 minutes. The oatmeal was served steaming hot with cream, milk, or butter.

  Vermont leads the United States in per capita consumption of cooked oatmeal cereal. 

  The Quaker Man is one of the oldest advertising mascots in America. The Quaker Oats company registered him as the first trademark for a breakfast cereal in 1877.

  HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL OATMEAL DAY

  Have a bowl of oatmeal. Share your favorite recipes using oatmeal. What are your favorite toppings and mix-ins? No matter how you celebrate, be sure to use #NationalOatmealDay to post on social media.

  NATIONAL OATMEAL DAY HISTORY

  National Day Calendar® continues researching the origins of this food staple holiday. 

  Oatmeal FAQ

  Q. How can I add more oatmeal to my diet?
  A. Oatmeal adds a nutty flavor to many foods. Besides eating oatmeal as a breakfast cereal you can also:

  • Mix oatmeal into a cup of yogurt.
  • Blend it in with your smoothie.
  • Eat a granola bar made with oats.
  • Make some delicious cookies.
  • Add oatmeal into your muffin, pancake or waffle mix.
  • Make crumble and top it onto baked apples.
  • Try an oat soup recipe.

  Q. Does oatmeal improve your skin?
  A. Oatmeal can be used as an exfoliant for the skin. You can also find oatmeal in some skin products including moisturizers.

   

  June 5, 2014

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  National Day, October 29

• NATIONAL HERMIT DAY – October 29

  NATIONAL HERMIT DAY

  National Hermit Day on October 29th recognizes the hermit in all of us. A hermit is a person who lives, to some degree, in seclusion from society.

  #NationalHermitDay

  No matter how social a person is, everyone needs to take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Hermits know how to avoid the public. They have mastered the ability to live independently without social interaction. Some of today’s modern conveniences may even make it more probable to become hermit-like.

  The word hermit comes from the Latin ĕrēmīta, meaning “of the desert”.

  However, this is only one day. Not a lifestyle change. It’s simply a retreat into your own quiet someplace, isolated from the rest of the world. 

  HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL HERMIT DAY

  This single-day celebration suggests that we disengage from the world for the day. Turn off the phone. Putter around the house. Enjoy your secluded little neck of the world. Be hermit-like for the day. Just for the day. Come back to the rest of the world refreshed and invigorated. 

  Oh, before you do slip off into the hermit world, use #NationalHermitDay to post on social media.

  NATIONAL HERMIT DAY HISTORY

  October 29th is the day St.Colman died in Ireland in 632 A.D. He had a seven-year hermitage in the Burren Forest in a cave.  It is believed that National Hermit Day honors the date of his death.

  Hermit FAQ

  Q. Is there a word for a group of hermits?
  A. Yes. The collective noun for a group of hermits is an observance. We find it quite fitting that we observe National Hermit Day whether there is one or an entire observance of them.

  Q. What does it take to be a hermit?
  A. The solitary lifestyle of a hermit demands the ability to be self-sufficient. A hermit must be able to provide the basic necessities of life, including food, water, and shelter. Those who choose to be isolated in the wilderness need survival skills such as hunting, gathering or growing food, access to potable water, and the ability to build and maintain a shelter. However, not all hermits choose the wilderness for their isolation. Sometimes, their wealth allows them to isolate in the midst of large cities, rarely making contact with other human beings. One other thing a hermit requires is the ability to go without human contact for long periods of time. Despite what many t-shirts and memes claim (aka “It’s too people-y out there.”), most human beings require human contact, if not for their physical survival, for their sanity.

   

  June 5, 2014

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• NATIONAL CAT DAY – October 29

  

   

  NATIONAL CAT DAY

  National Cat Day on October 29th is the purrfect day to give extra attention to your feline friends. 

  #NationalCatDay

  Cats make excellent companions. They rarely miss you, but when they do, you sure know it. Awareness days such as this one urge pet lovers to adopt from a local shelter. The day also reminds us that neutering and spaying our furry companions helps reduce the abandoned population.

  Shelters are full of cats and kittens in need of forever homes. These feline fur babies come with as many personalities as they do colors and coats. They curl into our hearts and will just as quickly remind us they decide who they love. Whether they were born in the shelter, surrendered or abandoned, 3.4 million find their way to a shelter.

  When considering the adoption of a furbaby, take your time. Each shelter animal will touch your heart, so be sure to find a life-long love.

  • Consider your lifestyle. Will you have time for an active kitten or will an adult cat be more to your pace?
  • Make multiple visits before making a choice. Sometimes, the purrfect cat will choose you.
  • Spend one-on-one time with the cat so you have some bonding meowments and her true personality comes through.
  • Do other members of your fur family need to be considered? If so, be sure to introduce them to be sure their personalities mesh.
  • When you bring your new family member home, have a space ready for him to decompress and adjust to his new abode. Don’t be surprised if he hides at first. This is normal cat behavior.

  HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL CAT DAY

  Pay particular attention to your cat today.  Adopt a new cat. Use #NationalCatDay to post on social media.

  NATIONAL CAT DAY HISTORY

  This day was created by Pet Lifestyle Expert and Animal Welfare Advocate, Colleen Paige, in 2005.   Since its inception, it has helped save the lives of more than one million cats. 

   

  October 29th Celebrated History

  1945 

  In New York City, Gimbel’s began selling the first commercially produced ballpoint pen manufactured by Reynolds International Pen Company. The pen sold for $12.50 each.

  1971 

  After nearly a decade of study, a technique using electricity to heal bone succeeds. The team, led by Dr. Carl T. Brighton developed the treatment for broken bones that resist traditional treatment. Their success came after applying the procedure to a 50-year-old woman.

  1991 

  The Galileo space probe flies by the asteroid Gaspra. During its flyby, the probe captured the first photos of the asteroid, images that revealed large craters along the surface.

  2009 

  John Sandford Hart reaches the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro on crutches. His ascent, which took 4 days, 20 hours, and 30 minutes, set a world speed record for climbing the mountain on crutches.

  October 29th Celebrated Birthdays

  Harriet Powers – 1837

  Born into slavery, Powers created intricate quilts representing her life and events from history. In 2015, author Barbara Herkert published Sewing Stories: Harriet Powers’ Journey from Slave to Artist.

  Carl Djerassi – 1923

  The chemist and author contributed to the development of the contraceptive pill.

  Bob Ross – 1942

  The American painter hosted The Joy of Painting on PBS for 11 years. Through the show, he taught millions of people how to paint landscape paintings.

  Melba Moore – 1945

  Born into a musical family, Moore rose to fame during the 1970s. The award-winning performer became the first African-American woman cast in the role of Fantine in Les Misérables.

  Lee Child – 1954

  The author is best known for his Jack Reacher series.

  Winona Ryder – 1971

  The award-winning actress has appeared in more than 60 films over her 35-year career. From Beetlejuice and Heathers to the television hit Stranger Things, Ryder has played a variety of roles.

  June 5, 2014

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  Animals & Wild Things, National Day, October 29, Pop Culture & Lifestyle

• NATIONAL MOTHER-IN-LAW DAY – Fourth Sunday in October

   

  NATIONAL MOTHER-IN-LAW DAY

  National Mother-in-Law Day on the fourth Sunday in October honors that special woman who brought the love of your life into this world. 

  #MotherInLawDay

  Like Mother’s Day in May, this day celebrates the other mom in many people’s lives. She makes room for her expanding family. While opening her arms wide, she babysits and gives advice. From swapping holidays to putting extra leaves in the table, the mother-in-law aims for her children to be whole and secure. 

  Sometimes, it takes years to develop a relationship with your mother-in-law. In other cases, an immediate bond is made. When their children are happy and healthy in their relationships, it makes their jobs as mothers-in-law easy. All they have to do is love their children. 

  The day honors all that mothers-in-law do to support their children’s families. From the newest to the more mature relationships, each and every family member knows the mother-in-law is a vital part of the family. 

  HOW TO OBSERVE MOTHER-IN-LAW DAY

  Whether you’re close to your mother-in-law or not, celebrate her. Even the smallest gesture will make her day. Offer to take her to her favorite restaurant. Ask her what task needs doing around the house. Play her favorite card came with her. Better still, ask her to teach you to do something only she knows how to do – making that special recipe, editing a resume or speaking in public. Be sure to compliment her, too. Mothers-in-law will appreciate you thinking of them. Smile for family pictures! You know what makes her happy. Be sure to use #MotherInLawDay when posting on social media.

  NATIONAL MOTHER-IN-LAW DAY HISTORY

  Gene Howe, the editor of a local Amarillo newspaper, initiated this holiday in honor of mothers-in-law. Modeled after Mother’s Day, the first observance was celebrated on March 5, 1934, in Amarillo, Texas. 

  Through the years, celebrants observed the day on various days. In later years, the Mother-in-Law Day Committee developed and selected honorees each year. Then in the 1970s, the American Society of Florists proclaimed the last Sunday in October to be National Mother-In-Law-Day. The date has been observed since.

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  June 5, 2014

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  National Day, October, October 29