October 2015
Flu Season Reminders
Along with the official start of autumn, it is unfortunately the beginning of flu season as well. Many
of the same guidelines are still in place to help keep
yourself healthy, as well as those around you, with the
annual flu shot being at the top of the list. Even though last year’s flu shot was not
as effective as some years, it is still your best defense against the flu. Outbreaks can
begin as early as October and more than 76 million doses of the vaccine have been
distributed so far. According to the CDC, this season’s vaccines have been updated to
better match circulating viruses for everyone over 6 months old. The vaccine which
comes in various forms, takes up to two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to
develop in the body that protect against influenza virus infection.
Along with the flu vaccine, good health habits help stop the spread of germs:
avoid close contact with those that are sick, stay home when you are sick, cover
your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, wash your hands often or use
an alcohol-based hand rub, avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth and practice
overall good health habits.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
APPLE CRANBERRY MUFFINS
2 cups shredded peeled apples
1 1/3 cups sugar
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries,
thawed
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup chopped nuts
2 eggs, lightly beaten
½ cup vegetable oil
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
3 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tsp ground coriander,
optional
½ tsp salt
In a bowl, combine apples and sugar; let stand for 10 minutes. Add
cranberries, carrots, nuts, eggs and oil; mix well. Combine the flour,
baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, coriander and salt; stir into apple
mixture just until moistened. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two thirds full.
Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool
for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Yield: 1 ½ dozen
Voice
Dealing with Fall Allergies
Spring and summer aren’t
the only seasons that many of us
deal with various types of allergies to pollens, plants, and seasonal food allergens.
The most common fall allergy is ragweed; pollenation begins
in mid-August and lasts until the
first hard freeze. This can cause
symptoms like sneezing, runny
nose, itchy throat, congestion,
itchy or swollen eyes and hives.
The best advice is to close the
windows and use your air conditioning and limit your outdoor
activities to early morning or late
in the evening. Over-the-counter
medications can also help; nasal steroid sprays, antihistamine
pills or eye drops. Those with the
most severe allergies may need to
see an allergist.
Other fall triggers may be
certain plants including cocklebur, tumbleweed, and pigweed.
Even places where pollens can
settle can be problematic; be especially wary of traditional fall
activities like hayrides and corn
mazes. You may want to avoid
those piles of leaves as well.
Source: webmd.com
Beresford
Morris Larsen, Don Young, Darlene Swanson, Arlene & Delmer Knudson, Gene Mellendorf,
Larry Speich, Karen Boden, Connie Larsen, Arlys Norling, Joann Knutson,
Dorothy Mellendorf, Jamie Roth, Thure Swanson, Doris Clay, Dione Young, and
Mark Walter. Special Birthday drawing was won by Don Young (at right).
VIP BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS!
A Special Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary to all our VIP Members
celebrating this month! Watch for your VIP
birthday card with your invitation to join us for lunch
during your birthday month.
Springfield
Peggy and Frank Odens
celebrate their Birthday in
Springfield!
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Lake Havasu City
September brought an awesome turn out for our Spectacular Tailgate Party at the Havasu
branch! The bank was hopping with VIPs all decked out in their favorite sports team’s wear.
We all had a great time eating sub sandwiches. The VIPs and staff gabbed about which team
was the best and predicted how this year’s football season will turn out. At the end of the
month, we will be raffling a car wash, compliments of our Business of the Month, “Hacienda
Mini Mart/BRB Market.”
Nancy Zimmerman sporting her AZ Cardinals Jersey
Thank you to all of our VIPs that come out and support our events
each month, it’s because of you that we have
THE GREATEST BANK IN LAKE HAVASU!
Everyone is invited to come by and enjoy our monthly gatherings
held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 11 am – 1 pm!
Bring a friend and show-off your bank and VIP Club!
Mark your calendar…
FSB Annual Thanksgiving Pie Contest – Nov. 11th, 2015
Holiday Gathering & Goodies – Dec. 9th, 2015
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Don’t miss out on the fabulous VIP Trips
scheduled for 2016!
Spectacular All-Inclusive
Costa Rica
January 16-23, 2016
Double Tree Resort by Hilton
Ultimate Alaska /Denali & the
Inside Passage
August 11-22, 2016
4 Night Land Tour & 7 Nights on the
Norwegian Sun
These VIP trips have really taken off - so don’t miss out! If you are
interested in joining the group for either of these trips,
stop in or contact your local
VIP Representative to get more details on availability now!
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