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Friday, October 19, 2012 – Daily News Glenn Miller Orchestra tonight Parkinson's support group 3B Northern Valley Catholic Social Service (NVCSS) and Corning Healthcare District are interested in sponsoring a support group for persons living with Parkinson's disease, according to Elaine Benwell, Elder Services coordinator for NVCSS. "Currently, people have to travel to Redding or Chico to attend a support group," said Benwell. "Not only is it a financial hardship for many seniors on fixed incomes, it is inaccessible for persons who are no longer able to drive." Parkinson's disease affects one in every 100 people over the age of 60, but a person may experience earlier onset such as the actor, Michael J. Fox. Parkinson's is a neurolog- ical disorder that affects movement. Often people consult with a doctor after experiencing tremors during times of stress or fatigue. Others notice a change in the ease of move- ment. Early symptoms are more difficult to detect, such as loss of smell, anxiety or depression or a drop in their normal level of energy or sexual desire. The cause of these symp- toms may be a slowing down of the production of dopamine in the brain. It is important to check with your doctor if you are experiencing any of these symptoms, because there are several medications that either control the tremors or slow down the progression of the disease. People with Parkinson's disease can live a long produc- After 60 years, the legendary sounds of the Glenn Miller Orches- tra continue to excite audiences worldwide. The orchestra will be performing tonight at the State Theatre in Red Bluff. The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are available at the theater. These talented musicians and singers keep Miller's music alive by performing around the world. Notable recordings include "In the Mood," "Moonlight Serenade" and "Tuxedo Junction" to name a few. This is a concert not to be missed. There will be a live auction at intermission and a silent auction in the lobby. All proceeds benefit the State Theatre. Tickets are $25-$35, available at www.statetheatreredbluff.com; Wink Fashion & Salon and Sky River Music. tive life if they follow their doctor's advice. Dr Lisa M. Shulman MD reported the outcomes of a clinical study reporting that stretching exercises such as certain kinds of yoga and mild cardio workouts combined with resistance training effectively slow the deterioration of Parkinson's disease. For more information, visit Parkinson's Disease Foun- dation at www.pdf.org. If you are interested in joining a local support group for persons with Parkinson's dis- ease or their caregivers, call Benwell at 528-7949. Round Up supports fight against breast cancer St. Elizabeth Community Hospital is adding equipment to its Imaging Center that will allow patients in need of Breast MRI to receive this ser- vice locally. Breast MRI is primarily used with individu- als who have dense breast tis- sue, implants, or have a high risk for developing breast can- cer. Additionally Breast MRI can assist physicians in deter- mining the best course of treatment for people diag- nosed with breast cancer. This year's Tough Enough has become an annual event at the Red Bluff Round-up. Jan Sutherland was the top bidder for the Polaris Ranger RZR that was auctioned dur- ing this year's Sunday rodeo performance. This year's events raised more than $56,500. to Wear Pink campaign along with a grant from Mercy Foundation North's Ida Emmerson Endowment pro- vided the funds to purchase a MRI Coil and CAD software. Through the efforts of the Red Bluff Round-Up Association, Tough Enough to Wear Pink Jolene Kemen, Red Bluff Round-up Director and orga- nizer of the local Tough Enough to Wear Pink cam- paign stresses that this is a community-wide event and many businesses, service organizations and individuals participate to achieve this level of success. Tough Enough to Wear Pink has been part of the rodeo week events since 2006, and it has raised over $208,000. These funds have supported new technology to help with early detection of breast cancer and a program to provide mammography ser- vices to individuals who are uninsured or under-insured. "The imaging center is able to offer a variety of mammo- gram services, from screening to diagnostic, due in large part to this event," said COO Todd Smith. Courtesy photo Front, from left, are Jan Sutherland, owner and donor, and Alyssa Shank, Jan's granddaughter and driver. Back, from left, are Todd Smith, St. Elizabeth COO, Sue Ampi, Mercy Foundation North development officer, Jolene Kemen, Red Bluff Round-Up director and Les Shank, Jan's son. "This event fosters the mis- sion of the sisters by helping St. Elizabeth Community Hos- pital provide mammograms to people that otherwise would not receive them," said Sister Pat Manoli, senior director of Mission Integration. "This ser- vice undoubtedly saves lives." Mercy Foundation North is a non-profit organization sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and is dedicated to sup- porting their activities throughout Northern Califor- nia.