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Study Says Aspirin Linked To Reye Syndrome In the midst of the flu season, important new infor- mation has become available about the development -- in teens and children with flu --of Reye syndrome, a rare but serious condition that kills 20 to 30 percent of its young victims and leaves many survivors brain- damaged. The new information comes from a U.S. Public Health Service pilot study of a possible link seen in four earlier state studies between the use of aspirin in treating flu or chicken pox and an in- creased risk of Reye syn- drome. The Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences has reviewed the pilot study and found ‘‘strong support” for the link. Although personnel from Page 16A - THE KINGS MOUNTAIN HERALD - Thursday, February 14, 1985 the Food and Drug Ad- ministration, the National In- situtes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control will continue the study through next winter, the In- stitute of Medicine advised that the federal government not wait to inform and protect the public. As a result, Health and Human Services Secretary Margaret M. Heckler has asked manufacturers to remove any recommended LOIN: TEE DOWNTOWN KINGS MOUNTAIN All Fall & Winter Famous Brand Mens Wool Board Passes Resolution For KM Realtors Board use in flu and chicken pox from aspirin-containing pro- ducts aimed at children--and to add a warning to all DRESSES |SPORT COATS A resolution of commenda- tion on the chartering of the Kings Mountain Board of Realtors was passed unanimously by the Board of City Commissioners Monday night as the first official business of the regular meeting. The resolution was signed by Mayor John Henry Moss and attested by City Clerk Joe McDaniel and was presented to Ruby M. Alex- ander, first president of the KM Board of Realtors during the Charter Night Meeting of the group Monday evening at Holiday Inn. It reads: “WHEREAS, the North Carolina Association of realtors was founded in 1921 and incorporated in 1935; and WHEREAS, local realtors have put forth tremendous time and effort to qualify for a charter under jurisdiction of the North Carolina Association and National Association of Realtors; and WHEREAS, local realtors have been issued a charter as Beth Parsons the Kings Mountain Board of Realtors, Inc.; and WHEREAS, the Kings Mountain Board of Realtors have pledged themselves to uphold the ideals of the Na- tional Board of Realtors and the North Carolina Board of Realtors by promoting com- petence in real estate dealing through education, civic and professional activities and by practicing pride and respect for the property of the com- munity; and the protection of citizens through local pro- grams of information and education; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Board of Commissioners on this, the 11th day of February, 1985, that we do hereby adopt this Resolution of congratulations and com- mendation to the Kings Mountain Board of Realtors and pledge our cooperation in community projects to enhance the quality of living for the citizens of Kings Mountain.” To Give Recital At Gardner-Webb Beth Parsons, flutist and junior music major at Gardner-Webb College, will give a junior recital Thurs- day, Feb. 14, at 8 p.m. Steven McDonald, bass- baritone, will also perform. The recital, open to the public free of charge, will be held in Dover chapel at the G-W campus. Daughter ' of Russell and Billie Parsons of Ruby, S.C., Miss Parsons will perform selections by Nicholson, Woodall and Young. She will be accompanied on the piano by Mark Anderson. Miss Parsons is a student from the studio of Irene Mad- dox, adjunct professor of music at G-W. Miss Parsons is a member of the Charlotte Flute Association, the Charlote flute choir, the G-W Music Educators National Con- ference, and is vice president of the G-W Baptist Student Union. Gardner-Webb is a liberal arts college affiliated with the Baptist State Convention of N.C., offering associate, bachelor and master’s degrees. The college is noted for its independence of federal funding. John Deere Lawn and Garden Tractors: Now they're They've always been easy to use. easy to buy. SAVEUPTO Early Bonus Buys thru February April 1, 1985." a reputation for reliability, And over the years, John April 1, 1985. financed on John Deere Credit Card 3 00 Super Y) 1985 > Buy a John Deere 200, 300 or 400 Series Lawn and Garden Tractor now and pay no interest until John Deere Lawn and Garden Tractors have operation that other brands simply can’t match. _ and labor-saving accessories and equipment, “like loaders, tillers, mowers and thatchers. . . all designed to make your work go faster. Now you can buy a new John Deere Lawn and Garden Tractor and pay no interest until April 1, 1985, when you finance through John Deere. . Stop by for a hands-on inspection of a John Deere 200, 300 or 400 Series Tractor today. And get all the details on interest-free financing until * Financing subject to approved credit. Amounts financed less than $2,500 are not eligible for finance charge waiver under this program. However, they do qualify for 90 days same as cash if BRILEY’S LAWN & LEISURE (Authorized Dealer for John Deere, Gill, Bush Hog & Woods) 3932 Wilkinson Blvd., Gastonia : G2 durability and ease of Deere has developed time CYVVIVVIYIVYVYVVYVYIYVYVYY aspirin-containing products against use for flu and chicken pox in children and teens. The pilot study looked at the histories of drug treatments and other factors of 29 young people who got Reye syndrome last year. Use of aspirin for flu or chicken pox symptoms was the common thread shown in 28 of the 29 (whereas or- dinarily less than half the young people with flu or chicken pox would be ex- pected to take aspirin.) U.S. Surgeon General C. Everett Koop, M.D., has said that most childhood illnesses are self-limiting and usually don’t require any medication at all. Doctors often suggest that a child with fever simply be made comfortable with cool compresses. Of course, physicians con- tinue to find aspirin useful and safe for adult, teen and childhood arthritis and other conditions. Reye syndrome is a rare condition---a few hundred cases a year. It was named in 1963 for an Australian pathologist who described it as a swelling of the brain, combined with liver malfunc- tion and blood chemistry disorders leading in most cases to death. . Improved recognition and early treatment of the disease has helped reduce the death rate, but still about one out of four reported cases are fatal. : It is crucial to take action quickly if Reye’s symptoms occur--whether or not aspirin or an aspirin-containing pro- duct has been used. The first sign is generally persistant vomiting. The young person may be sleepy and lethargic, but still responsive. Within half a day, he or she can become disoriented, com- bative and delirious. : Untreated, the teenager or Jug can go into a coma and ie. Thus, Reye is a medical emergency. A child with Reye syndrome symptoms must be taken immediately to a hospital, where blood and body fluids can be monitored. and a respirator used if breathing fails. Surgery may be needed, in some cases, to relieve pressure on the swollen brain. Therefore, act promptly if you suspect Reye syndrome. HOT DOG SALE Chestnut Ridge Volunteer Fire Department will hold a hot dog sale Sat., Feb. 23 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the fire department off Highway 161 and 216 in Kings Mountain. Call 739-5927 or 739-5853 for information. YVOVVYVPVPVYY To Denise: ¢ Happy Valentines € Day Darling : I Love You, ¢ hh bd Tweeds & Herringbones 1 Price v. 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