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October 19, 2022 News ‘The Elk City News - 3 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma Protecting the home Announces $0 Premiums and landscape from deer Expansion of Medicare Advantage Plans ByTrisha Gedon STILLWATER - Deer are al- those plants you've noticed deer prefer,” Hentges said. “Plants with prickly or rough in nearly 30 New Counties ways looking for their next leaves or those with a bitter meal, and they often find for- taste aren't at the top of the age in a well-kept landscape. favorite foods list, either.” Whether rural or urban, Depending on environmental homeowners can get frustrat- conditions, such as drought TULSA - Blue Cross and ‘The new counties are: backed by a company that has plan option is available for ed when their landscape ends or large deer populations, deer Blue Shield of Oklahoma an- Alfalfa, Blaine, Bryan, Cad- been protecting Oklahomans individuals eligible for both up looking like a salad bar after may be enticed to eat plants nounced it will again offer do, Cherokee, Cotton, Dewey, for more than 82 years.” the lunchtime rush. they don’t generally find palat- Medicare and Medicaid that In many cases, plants in a able because natural food sup- plans in 2023 with $0 premi- Garvin, Grant, Greer, Harmon, Blue Cross and Blue Shield makes care more accessible home landscape have been fer- plies are limited. ums for Medicare beneficia~ Hughes, Jackson, Jefferson, of Oklahoma’s Medicare Ad- tilized and are well taken care Hentges said deer will some- and more affordable. ries in its Medicare Advantage Kay, Kingfisher, Kiowa, Major, vantage plans will continue of, which makes them especial- times browse new plantings or service area that now includes Marshall, McIntosh, Musk- offering low or $0 monthly + Increased dental allowance: ly attractive to wildlife. established plants with tender nearly 30 new counties across ogee, Noble, Okfuskee, Osage, premiums, no-cost gym mem- Several new Medicare Ad- ‘There are different things new growth but then avoid the state. Pawnee, Seminole, Stephens, berships, and competitive vantage PPO plans will see homeowners can try to deter those same plants when the the deer, but some control leaves are mature. The Medicare Annual Enroll- Tillman and Wagoner benefits for inpatient hospital an increased allowance of up methods are too expensive or Homeowners looking to up- ment Period starts Oct. 15 and “Providing seniors with the stays, routine care, and Part D to $5,000 for preventive and unreliable, said Casey Hentges, grade the landscape may ends Dec. 7. During this time, most benefits at the lowest prescription drugs. Many host of Oklahoma State Uni- choose to plant new trees, and anyone on Medicare can enroll possible cost is a top priority Medicare Advantage plans also comprehensive dental services. versity Agriculture's television fall is a good time to establish in plans or make changes, with for Blue Cross and Blue Shield provide benefits beyond tra- To support the Medicare Ad- program, Oklahoma Garden- new trees. However, this time coverage starting on Jan. 1, of Oklahoma,” said Stephania ditional Medicare, including vantage expansion, Blue Cross ing. of year is also deer mating sea- “Installing a high fence around son, said Dwayne Elmore, OSU 2023. Grober, president of Blue Cross dental and vision. New high- and Blue Shield of Oklahoma is the entire property is cost- Extension wildlife specialist Blue Cross and Blue Shield of and Blue Shield of Oklahoma. lights for 2023 include: adding nearly 7,000 providers ly, and home-remedy repel- and Bollenbach Chair in the Oklahoma offers HMO and “This is our largest-ever service + Reduced monthly premiums to its network to help individ- lents, such as soap shavings OSU Department of Natural PPO Medicare Advantage plans area and product expansion, for veterans: Veterans who or pet waste, aren't reliable. Resource Ecology and Man- uals have access to specialized One of the best ways to keep agement. and is increasing access to new and we have options available have a Medicare Advantage deer out of your landscape is “Rut is the time in which deer coverage options for more for Medicare-eligible Okla- PPO plan will see their Part B care when and where they want and need it. by not providing their favor- breed. Deer start to rub the than 589,000 Medicare-eligi- homans. All our plans come premiums reduced. ite snacks,” she said. “While dried velvet on a small tree or ble individuals, particularly in with the peace of mind you get + New Dual-Eligible Special For more information, visit there's no such thing as a true shrub in the fall and will con- rural and underserved areas. from knowing your coverage is Needs Plan (D-SNP): A new bebsok.com/medicare. deer-resistant plant, there are tinue to rub to mark territory some that deer simply don’t for the next couple of months,” find palatable.” Elmore said. “Repellants can Some plants and shrubs con- be found in stores, but they re- New Life Retreat Drug and Alcohol sidered to be deer resistant include: Aphrodite Sweetshrub ally aren’t a good option. Cag- es and protective wrap are the most effective ways for home- Spirea Rehabilitation and Education owners to protect the newly Ornamental grasses (Pink planted trees.” Muhly, Ravenna grass, Lemon Hentges said the rubbing re- grass and Switch grass) moves the thin layer of bark on Benzodiazepines are one of Common Signs of Benzodiaze- stopping benzodiazepines cold ments Beebalm small trees and can cause seri- the most prescribed classes of pine use are: turkey is seizures and psychot- Blush Lips and Fingernails Goldenrod ous damage or destroy them. Verbena “Plastic or mesh tree guards drugs. They are also addictive, Lightheadedness ic episodes. Disorientation and Confusion Marigold are a quick fix. Another option used by many teens and young Depression ‘The thing to keep in mind with If you or a loved one are strug- Bottlebrush Buckeye is to make a small cage or fence adults to get high. Drowsiness benzodiazepines is they can gling with addiction, reach out Butterfly Bush around the trees to prevent Gardenia the deer from getting close to Some of the most common Confusion be deadly when mixed with cocaine, opiates, or alcohol. for help before it’s too late. We “Deer don’t like plants with them,” she said. “Trees are an types of benzodiazepines are Insomnia strong smells. One way to keep investment in your landscape, alprazolam (Xanax), temaze- Nervousness When someone is overdosing help people all over the US find deer from using the landscape and it’s important to protect pam (Restoril), diazepam (Va- Low Energy ‘on benzodiazepines it is im- treatment and end the web as a snack bar is to plant lan- them.” lium), lorazepam (Ativan), and Headaches portant to know the signs and that traps someone in addic- tana, chives, mint and other OSU Extension offers more strong-smelling herbs around gardening information. Clonazepam (Klonopin). When Loss of Balance or Coordina- get immediate medical atten- tion. a person is taking benzodi- tion tion. To read more on the subject, azepines, they tend to forget Amnesia or Forgetfulness Signs of Benzodiazepine Over- visit: https://www-narconon- what occurred and what they Benzodiazepine —_ withdrawal dose: newliferetreat.org/blog/ did. They can wake up with no is one of the most dangerous Trouble breathing or unable to the-dangers-of-benzodiaze- OF Caffeatine Column recollection of anything that withdrawals. Quitting with- breathe pines.html With Andy & Renie Bowman occurred when they were tak- out medical assistance may Extreme dizziness ————| ing them. 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She noted the by Virginia Reed; Commem- and Congress authorized the IT? She sighed softly, but she be any time to pack a bag and 2022, the Washita Chapter 130th anniversary of the” first orative Event by Doris Minor construction of the famed six meant it when she answered, “I walk away for a while. NSADAR held their meeting at recorded organized recitation on the Birth of the Navy: On frigates. The first—USS Unit- understand, I really do.” But the day finally came. He the Café Clinton. The meeting of the Pledge of Allegiance to October 13, 1775, less than six ed States—was launched on Years passed and she kept sold the farm, too tired and was opened with the Regent, the Flag of the United States of months after the outbreak of the Delaware and was the first worn out for the upkeep any mentioning it, again and again. Kay Hagerman, leading with American.” She ask the chap- US. Navy ship. Conservation She knew he desperately need- longer. With no chores, no an- the American Revolution, The the assistance of the Chap- ters to be aware of opportuni- Navy was born in Philadelphia, by Marci Grant; DAR Service imals and no farming, he was ed a break from all the work. finally free to go. The money lain , Judy Tracy, followed by ties/needs that the organiza- was created in Independence for Veterans by Linda Stewart; But she understood when he the group reciting The Pledge tion might meet of students in Hall and has served our Nation Service to America by Wlson would have to tell her things was tucked in their banking of Allegiance, The American scholarships and contests that for over two centuries. ‘The & Batterton; Women’s Issues like, “Darlin’, I know we hav- account, and they could go Creed, Preamble to the Consti- are available to them. Second Continental Congress by Judy Tracy, Patriot Records en't ever gone. And yes, I re- anywhere they wanted. So, one tution, The Oklahoma Flag Sa- The National Defense Re- created the Continental Navy. Project by Marilyn Wilson. evening as they sat in their member I promised that we rocking chairs in the gentle lute and the singing of The Star port was given by Marci Grant ‘The first ship what was com- Items for the Women's would. And we will. But, th’ Spangled Banner. Linda Stewart gave a recog- missioned was the USS Alfred. Shelter were taken. Items for thing is, my hired hand broke evening breeze that cooled the Honorary State Regent nition to her patriot ancestor, John Paul Jones was the first the Veteran's will be sent by his arm, I can’t leave now.” Or, front porch, he brought it up. Sharel McAdoo was introduced Captain Thomas Taylor. to hoist the original American the Regent. ‘The long-delayed vacation. “Sweetheart, ya’ know this is “Where do ya’ want to go, and Debra Holland was wel- Membership certificates national flag, the Grand Union Meeting was closed with calving season, no way I can comed into the chapter by the were given to members noting Flag. “ From the Delaware the the ready of The Daughter's leave now!” sweetpea? Anywhere is fine Regent and the Chaplain. memberships of 10 years and navy’s first flotilla sailed and Pledge. Another fifteen years flew with me, I promise. Just say the word, and we'll pack and be The President General's 25 years. escorted the Marines on their Attending were: Betty by. The kids grew into teen- agers, and left for college. The gone.” message, given by Ellena The program “Unintend- first amphibious operation Todd, Linda Stewart, Marci With a choked voice, and Womack, spoke of the cele- ed Consequences of Women’s to seize guns and gunpow- Grant, Debra Holland, Kath- farm kept flourishing and ex- tears bration of 132 years since the Right to Vote” The American der from the British in the ryn Harrison, Debra Lippen- panding under their hard work spilling from her eyes, founding of our National So- Cocktail” was given by Honor- Bahamas. After the war end- cot, Judy Tracy, Virginia and care. So much so, that his beloved had to tell him the she mentioned get- truth. “Oh, babe, I just don’t ciety in 1890. The Society is ary State Regent Sharel McA- ed the Continental Navy was Reid, Ellena Womack, Carol whenever ting away, his painful answer think I have the energy to go more the 190.000 women and doo. dissolved. The Navy Act of Ann Batterton, Marilyn Wil- was much the same, “Oh, love, anywhere, anymore. Seems I engaged in activities all over Reports were given: Amer- 1794, created the Department son, Doris Minor. Associate I can’t seem to find the time just stay so bloomin’ tired all our country and the world.. ican 250 by Marci Grant; of the Navy. ‘The first Secre- member Carolyn Rawlings and to even sit down and watch a the time. I sure hope the doc Everything done by the Society American History, Kathryn tary of the Navy was nominat- guest Honorary State Regent full TV show! There just always can give me some vitamins remains grounded in service Harrison; American Indians ed by President Washington Sharel McAdoo. seems to be something else when I go to see him next waitin’ for me to do. There’s no possible way this year. Maybe week. At least, I hope that's all Have something to share next summer.” Eventually gray hair ap- itis.” Nine months later, her faith- ful hard-working husband with the community? peared, joints got stiffer, and the no-longer-young wife took stood by her graveside. Those to standing at the window of standing nearby heard him whisper, “Oh, hon, I sure wish Email your “Letter to the Editor” to [email protected] the dining room, staring long- ingly down the road that led to we could've found that ‘one day Some Where...anywhere. The soon,’ before it was too late.”