Lake Country Weekend Post

2 • LAKE COUNTRY POST • JUNE 20, 2015 GMTODAY.COM HEALTH OCONOMOWOC — The West Nile Virus was found in a dead crow in Jefferson County recently. Testing dead birds is a state protocol. Once one is tested and found to be a carrier of the disease the testing is stopped because it means the county where the bird is found has the virus, Gail Scott, director and health officer for the Jefferson County Health Depart- ment, said. "There are no alarm bells going off, it's just we want to make sure people try and limit any exposure to mosquitoes and limit the breeding grounds for mosquitoes," Scott said. After a bite, symptoms of the disease can show up three to 14 days later. Up to 80 percent of those infected will not show any symptoms, while 20 percent will have slight symptoms similar to those of a cold. One per- cent of the infected will develop more severe cases that could result in death. Scott said to seek medical attention if you feel the disease is getting more severe. Tips to prevent mosquito breeding ■ Eliminate any stand- ing water, including water that pooled on a pool cover or a bird bath. ■ Dispose of any extra tires that might be on your property. Mosquitos breed inside the tires. ■ Use mosquito repel- lent containing DEET. ■ Wear protective cloth- ing like long pants and long sleeves. ■ Avoid being outside at dawn and dusk. If you have to be outside use a repellent. Unfortunately there is no cure for West Nile, but Scott said people being hospitalized by the virus is very rare. — Enterprise Staff CITY OF PEWAUKEE — The new cancer care center in the City of Pewaukee will be called UW Cancer Center at ProHealth Care. The pro- ject is the product of a partnership between UW Health, ProHealth Care and Aurora Health Care. The center is sched- uled to open Aug. 10. UW Health with its Carbone Cancer Center, the only federally desig- nated comprehensive cancer center in Wiscon- sin, will provide medical direction for the treat- ment of all patients at the Pewaukee cancer center. The state-of-the- art cancer center is nearing completion along Highway 164 just north of Interstate 94. Physicians, staff, diag- nostics and treatment technology cancer patients will all be avail- able at the center. A free community open house will be held 9 a.m. to noon July 18. Area residents will be able to tour the building, meet clinical professionals and have food and beverages. They also will be able to walk through the MEGA Body display, a 50-foot- long model of the entire human body that pro- vides a way for children and adults to learn about body parts and systems and emphasizes the bene- fits of a healthy lifestyle. Those who attend the event also will receive a first-aid kit. Oconomowoc cyclists offer advice on maximizing fun, fitness on the trails By Eric Oliver Enterprise Staff OCONOMOWOC — With temperatures ris- ing, local cycling enthusi- asts offer their tips for the beginning biker. Head of Oconomo- WALK and Bike Bob Perkins had some tips for the beginning biker. Perkins' first tip is to buy a bike from a rep- utable bike store. He list- ed Wheel & Sprocket in Delafield, Bike Doctors in Dousman and Two Rivers Bicycle in Watertown as examples. "The reason being is that those folks know how to fit you with a bike," Perkins said. "A bicycle is like a pair of shoes. If your shoes don't fit, you're not going to wear them much, and if a bike doesn't fit you, you're not going to ride it much either." Perkins' second tip is to start out on a trail. He listed the Lake Country Trail as his favorite free option. The Glacial Drumlin Trail was his second option, but Perkins said riders have to have a permit to ride it. Permits are available at all cycling shops. OconomoWALK and Bike is hosting a series of family-oriented bike rides throughout the month of July. Every Tuesday night the bike ride will start at Imagina- tion Station in Roosevelt Park and go down the Lake Country Trail. Perkins said the ride is designed for family and friends to get on a bike and go. The distances are up to the riders, and he wants anyone who is interested to come out. All rides are free to the public. "We're not looking for Tour De France material here," Perkins said. "In fact, our line about it is this is a club for people who like to sit up straight and hate wearing spandex. If somebody hasn't ridden a bike since he got his driver's license this is a chance for them to start out and just go a couple of miles." Any bike is welcome, as long as it is good condi- tion, Perkins said. "We can do this with anything," Perkins said. "It doesn't have to be a snazzy carbon-fiber frame with 24 gears. Show up with anything you got." Matt Geib, store manag- er of Wheel & Sprocket Delafield, 528 Wells St., had tips for the cyclist looking to start commut- ing to work. He said dur- ing his time with the store he has seen an explosion in the populari- ty of riding to work. The biggest thing he suggests is to make sure riders have the right equipment before they start commut- ing. He listed planning for the weather and making sure there are ample storage spaces as the two most pressing issues for beginners. Overall, Geib said stay- ing hydrated and visible are the two other big things that apply to all riders. He echoed Perkins' comments on the Glacial Drumlin Trail, calling it one of the best parts of his day and job. "You can go anywhere from Cottage Grove all the way to Waukesha and then to Milwaukee," Geib said. The level of employee passion is what Geib said separates Wheel and Sprocket from other bike shops. The owner of the Delafield store is so adamant that his employ- ees have a chance to ride that he pays them to ride to work. A side benefit of all the riding is anyone who rides starts getting healthier. Geib had one last tip for all riders. "When you start riding, enjoy yourself," Geib said. "Be mindful of the laws and be respectful of other riders and motorists and just enjoy your fun ride. That's the key — get out and enjoy your ride." Email: eoliver@conleynet.com West Nile virus found in Jefferson County Charles Auer/Enterprise Staff A cyclist rides a local trail. Submitted image The new cancer care center in the City of Pewaukee that is the product of a partnership between UW Health, ProHealth Care and Aurora Health Care will be called UW Cancer Cen- ter at ProHealth Care. New cancer alliance names center in Pewaukee WAUKESHA — Froedtert Health announced Wednesday that it has named Andres Gonzalez as vice presi- dent, chief diversity offi- cer. He will oversee the integration of diversity initiatives throughout the organization, includ- ing expanding workforce diversity and strengthen- ing community relation- ships. Prior to joining Froedtert Health, Gonza- lez was chief diversity and inclusion officer at Baystate Health System, a health network in Springfield, Mass. He also spent five years at Cleveland Clinic as direc- tor of diversity, commu- nity outreach and suppli- er diversity. Froedtert Health selects Gonzalez as chief diversity officer Oconomowoc Area Senior Center 210 S. 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