WAYNE, Pa., Nov. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX), a leading global provider of medical technologies for critical care and surgery, has announced a worldwide recall of affected lots of the below-referenced Gibeck® Iso-Gard® Filter products. The Gibeck® Iso-Gard® Filter is a bacterial and viral filter, intended for connection to respiratory equipment in intensive care units and operating theatres to protect the equipment from potential airborne contaminants.
If the filter splits or detaches during use, the functionality and efficiency of the device may be compromised, potentially resulting in a leakage and insufficient air supply to the patient with potential desaturation.
ARLINGTON, VA., November 3, 2022 — Nestlé USA is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough tubs from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® due to the potential presence of soft plastic film.
This voluntary recall is isolated to three batches of Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough tubs from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® that were produced August 1-3, 2022.
Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD) (Insulet or the Company), announced on October 17, 2022, a Medical Device Correction for all Omnipod DASH® Personal Diabetes Managers (PDMs) distributed globally. This action was taken voluntarily with the knowledge of the FDA and other regulatory agencies.
Insulet received reports from Omnipod DASH users regarding PDM battery issues, including battery swelling and leakage, and in rare cases, extreme overheating, which has resulted in reports of fire. The Company’s investigation determined that the Omnipod DASH PDM is at increased risk of malfunction if overcharged beyond the maximum battery voltage, which could potentially lead to serious injury or death.
Elkland Search and Rescue was alerted at 8:12pm Saturday evening for a missing hunter in the village of Grant in Elk County by the Pa State Police, Ridgway Barracks. The hunter was an 88 year old, who was dropped off around 10 am Saturday morning to turkey hunt their way back to camp. Pa State Police were notified by the hunting companions of an overdue hunter and an investigation was begun. While Elkland Sar was in route, Elk Co. 5 Jay Township F.D. was requested for assistance. A command post was set up in the Village of Grant and a unified command was established between PSP, Elk Co. 5 and Elkland SAR, around 9:15pm. PSP Ridgway also requested Pine Creek K9 Team out of Brookville, Pa.
After a brief interview with the hunting party, a plan was initiated to get teams of searchers to the point last seen (LKP). This is where the topography of this situation gets interesting! By the way “the crow flies”, the individual was dropped off about 1.8 miles from his camp. To drive to that location, it was an 18 mile one way trip via vehicle or UTV. Natural barriers included a river, and 1000 feet of elevation change in the area. The area was logged within the last few years and a recent blowdown hit the area.
Search teams were taken to the LKP, by the hunting party and the search began around 10:15pm. Once search teams arrived on scene of the LKP, teams branched out beginning their assignments to locate the missing hunter. ATV and UTV teams branched out to search and map the trails and check track traps in the area. Mantrackers worked to locate his tracks from the area where he was dropped off and hasty teams were assigned to most probable routes the individual may have taken to get out of the area. K9 teams were also sent to try to locate a scent trail from the LKP and others were sent to search areas of interest.
By 1am, searchers were reporting hazardous conditions almost everywhere they went. Hasty teams were reporting that due to steep conditions with fresh leaf drops, downed trees and loose rocky conditions the side hills were too dangerous to transverse without daylight. A K9 team was reporting a run in with a rattlesnake (not bitten) and a porcupine was located by another K9 team. (Yes, on warm days and nights, even in November, you need to be cautious of your surroundings. )ATV and UTV teams were reporting trails blocked from the blowdown and too dangerous to open up at night. The PSP helicopter also had to return due to windy conditions. With the fresh information of the dangerous conditions, all teams were recalled and requested to be at the Command Post by 3am for refreshments, snacks and to rest until daylight. The K9 team that had the porcupine encounter was also attended to by the handler and teammates. During the debriefing of teams from the field, the decision was made to relocate the Command Post to an area on top of the Quehanna Mountain off of the Quehanna Highway in the morning.
By 6am, the Command Post was buzzing with activity. The microwave was cooking breakfast, the radios were chattering with dispatchers, equipment was being refueled while other equipment was being stored away to be transported to the new Command Post. The communication that is going on behind the scenes during a situation that was growing of this size is unbelievable. Dispatchers from both Elk County Control and the Pa State Police Communication Officers are constantly on the phone and radio ordering additional resources and checking on the availability of resources if needed. Requests were sent out to have the Pa Game Commission and Pa DCNR to meet at the new Command Post by 8am.
By 8am, searchers were back in the field searching for the hunter. Additional helicopter support was requested to assist with the search. Med Stat assisted with flyover and visual support from the air and the Pa State Police were working to get back into the air for support. At that time, drone teams with Flir were requested to the scene to assist with the search. AerialJimPA of Indiana PA responded and also with the help of Fox Township F.D. Chief 3 , Scott Surra, Allegheny Technical Rescue Team responded out of New York State with their Drone Team and Command Trailer. Elk County Emergency Management Director, Mike McAllister has now arrived on scene and is offering and assisting with resources to assist with the search. During this time, Elk Co. 5 is handling transportation arrangements, as teams are starting to clear their areas and need transported back to the Command Post. Interestingly enough, this is about a 13 mile drive for the transport vehicle to the pickup location, again one way.
The time is now around 11am, and everyone is busy doing his or her job to locate the hunter. The Command Post radios are constantly talking; additional staff from the Pa Game Commission and Pa DCNR are coming in and being briefed with search tasks. Field teams are working at their tasks searching for the hunter. The Command Staff is working to transition to a new staff of Pa Game Commission Officers, Pa DCNR Officers and Pa State Police, as the current staff is preparing to step back. A clue comes in and confirmation is made the correct area is being searched for the missing hunter. Mantrackers from Elkland SAR are working that scene with additional Game Commission Trackers and their K9 team in route to assist at that clue location. Once together, the trackers are working a track in an eastern direction. The K9 team who was working the area east of the clue location were clearing the draining stream down to the river. With the fresh clue, trackers working on track moving east, air support overhead, a K9 team east of the trackers, the situation seemed to receive a breath of fresh air at the Command Post. The Salvation Army has now arrived on scene and accessing what they can do to support the search situation.
Then it happened, the crackle came over the radio, someone seeming miles away, (they were 6 miles away, deep in a drainage)saying this is K9 team 2, “Missing Hiker has been found and is OK.” To say there was a relief at the Command Post is an understatement. The individual is then evaluated by searchers and it was determined they were able to walk out on their own, to be evaluated by a waiting paramedic from the Command Post and Bennett’s Valley Ambulance personnel, once access to the individual can be made. The individual was released to his hunting companions without needing transported to the hospital.
How many agencies were involved with a situation like this, you might be asking? Well here is a list composed by Chief 5, Brandon Kowalski, of the agencies: Pa State Police Ridgway, Pa State Police Punxsutawney, Pa PSP Air Support, Elk County Emergency Services, Elk Co. 5 Jay Township F.D., Pa Game Commission, Pa DCNR, Saint Marys P.D. K9 Unit, Pine Creek K9 Search Unit, Med Stat Air Medical Helicopter Service, Allegheny Technical Rescue Team (Drone from NY State), AerialJimPA(Drone from Indiana Pa), Salvation Army, Bennett’s Valley Ambulance Service and Elkland Search and Rescue. If I forgot to list an organization or person, I apologize! Elkland responded with 16 members and all equipment.
The pictures are from the search. I think these pictures reveal some of the beautiful country searchers can experience on a search call. You can also see what the searchers had to deal with to overcome the situation. Special shout out to Tam from Pine Creek K9 for permission to use her pictures!
We need to also recognize the individuals of Elk County that support Elkland Search and Rescue! Without the continued financial support from Our Community, there is No Way we could to able to provide the service we do! To that, We Humbly say THANK YOU!
Duane E. McGRAW, 82, of Whitesville, NY, died Sunday, November 6, 2022 in his home.
Born April 16, 1940, in Whitesville, he was the son of Clair and Freda Dean McGraw. On September 7, 1974, in Stannards, he married the former Lorraine E. Bender, who predeceased him on September 27, 2011.
A 1957 graduate of Whitesville Central School, he served honorably with the US Army as a draftsman. Duane was employed as an engineer designing bridges by the NYS Department of Transportation for 31 years. He was inducted into the NYS Country Music Hall of Fame in Cortland with his band, The Country Kings. Duane was a member of the Whitesville American Legion. He enjoyed crossword puzzles, watching the Buffalo Bills, and most of all spending time with his family and his fur babies.
Surviving are: Eight children, Donald Decker, Shayne (Butch) Ostrander, Patricia Amato, Jane Coonrad, John Decker, Vikki Hughes, Jolene (Patrick) Loughlin, and Nikki McGraw; 17 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Yvonne (Bob) Dennis; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a brother and sister-in-law, Lewis C. and Carol McGraw; two grandsons, David and P.J.; and a great-grandson, Zayden.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY on Friday, November 11, 2022 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM, and on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 1:00 – 2:00 PM, with funeral services following at 2:00 PM. Tammy Wise will officiate. Burial will be Whitesville Rural Cemetery. Military Rites will be accorded by members of the Wellsville American Legion Honor Guard.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 135, Whitesville, NY 14897. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Claudia V. STEADMAN, 75, of Genesee, PA, died Monday, November 7, 2022 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born July 21, 1947, in Penn Yan, NY, she was the daughter of Jerome and Ruth Bentley Adams. On December 28, 1968, she married Donald L. McNeely, who predeceased her on February 21, 1987. On May 21, 1988, she married Dale J. Steadman, who survives. A graduate of Penn Yan Academy and business school in Williamsport, PA, she was employed by First Citizens Community Bank in Genesee. Claudia was a member of the Genesee United Methodist Church.
Surviving besides her husband, Dale, are: three children, Douglas (Colleen) McNeely of Canal Winchester, OH, Lynne (Terry) Pasi of Westerville, OH, and Jeffrey (Jackie) McNeely of Delaware, OH; nine grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; two step-children, Clay (Valerie) Steadman of Wellsville, NY and Holly (Daniel) Pulvar of Dunedin, FL; four step-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her first husband, she was predeceased by two brothers, Brian Adams and Justin Adams.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 1:00 PM. Pastor Harold Kiel will officiate. Burial will be in Genesee Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Genesee Area Library, P.O. Box 135, Genesee, PA 16923 or Genesee Volunteer Fire Dept., P.O. Box 9, Genesee, PA 16923. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Deb Plummer, of Coudersport and a member of the Potter County Artisan Co-op, will teach a “Beginner Crochet Class (adult)” Saturday November 12 from 1-3pm at the Co-op. Cost is $30 and includes all materials . Class size is limited and reservations are required by calling the co-op at 814-274-8165 or emailing pottercountyartisancenter@gmail.com.
The co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street. Coudersport. Plummer says plans will be made at the class for a follow-up session and other classes will be scheduled in the future.
Local constable (Robin Gaige, sitting, left) interviews Nathan (Titus Himmelberger) about his encounter with a mermaid as Oceana (Pat Balon, standing) comments.
The opening night performance of “Foolish Fishgirls and the Pearl” is this Friday, Nov. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Warehouse Theatre at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro.
This fun, family-friendly, two-act live stage play is a comedy that people of all ages will enjoy, children and adults. It is charming and fast-paced and filled with surprises, laughs and even a little rough-housing,
Immediately following the Friday night show will be a reception for the actors and the audience with refreshments provided by the Wellsboro Business and Professional Women.
Produced by the Hamilton-Gibson Women’s Project and directed by Linda Young, other weekend performances will be at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, Nov. 12 and a matinee at 2:30 p.m. this Sunday, Nov. 13. The last two shows will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18 and 19.
Anne Acker as Coral and Pat Balon as Oceana are the former deep-sea divas who didn’t exactly have the “happily ever after” storybook lives that these two mermaids dreamed of when they rescued their handsome young sailors and swam ashore thirty years ago.
They’ve discovered that a starry-eyed young mermaid (Lexa VanDusen) has rescued Nathan, a Coast Guard sailor (Titus Himmelberger) whose car went off a nearby bridge. They have a chance to save her from making the same mistakes they did by warning her about the perils and pitfalls of falling in love with mortal men who abscond with your gems, leaving you penniless with a broken heart and two skinny legs.
Assisted by their cousin Marina (Judith Sornberger) who was unceremoniously dumped when her treasure finally ran out, the trio of middle aged former sea goddesses try to convince the young mermaid, Pearl, to hightail it back to the sea.
If, that is, the two land-bound former mermaids who run a seaside bed and breakfast and café called Sea Hags can navigate around local irritant Floyd “Pinky” Ferguson (Brett Kennedy) and the local constable (Robin Gaige), who is always busy trying to maintain order amidst the chaos of a brutal winter in the “off season.”
But love, being what it is, gives Pearl some ideas of her own in this feisty fairytale about a mermaid’s life on dry land after true love is found, lost and found again.
General admission is $16 for adults, 19 and older, and $8 for students and children, 18 and under. For tickets, go to hgp.booktix.com or call Hamilton-Gibson at 570-724-2079. Tickets, if available, will be sold in the Warehouse Theatre lobby beginning an hour before each performance.
Kathryn A. “Katie” Dalton, 70, a longtime resident of Eldred, PA passed away in her home with her loving family by her side on Sunday, November 6, 2022, after a short battle with cancer.
Born on Monday, March 17, 1952 in Wellsville, N.Y., she was a daughter of Floyd and Gladys Beach Brisbee. On August 8, 1970 in Belmont, N.Y., she married David R. Dalton, Sr., who survives.
Kathy was a graduate of Scio (N.Y.) High School. She was employed as a cook at the Bradford Ecumenical Home and Eden Heights until her retirement. She was an avid bowler and was a member of several bowling leagues. Kathy loved her animals. Her greatest pleasure in life was attending her children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events, choir concerts, dance recitals and musicals. Her greatest love was her family.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 52 years; two sons, David R. (Diane) Dalton, Jr. of Bradford and Daniel F. (Renee) Dalton of Eldred; five grandchildren, Trey Dalton, Parker Dalton, Madison Dalton, Grace Dalton, and Morgan Dalton; three siblings, Judy (Gene) Yeager of Texas, Larry (Debbie) Brisbee of Scio, N.Y., and Karen Johnson of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.
Kathy was predeceased by her parents.
In keeping with Kathy’s wishes, there will be no public visitation. A celebration of her life will be held on a date and place to be announced.
Memorials in Kathy’s name may be made to an ASPCA of the donor’s choice due to her love of animals.
Kathy’s family entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Katie, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Julie Adams, RDN, CDCES Diabetes and Nutrition, UPMC
November is National Diabetes Month and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the chronic disease affects over 37 million people in the U.S. or about 11% of the country’s population. It’s important to understand what diabetes is and how you can help manage the condition with lifestyle modifications and nutrition.
What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a health condition in which your body has difficulty with insulin, the hormone that helps sugar diffuse into your cells. The insulin either is not used properly by your body, or your body simply does not have the ability to produce enough.
Three types of diabetes include:
Type 1 – This is the type of diabetes that occurs as an autoimmune reaction or when your pancreas does not produce insulin. When diagnosed with this type of diabetes, it is likely that you will need daily injections of insulin. Type 1 is usually diagnosed in children, teens, and young adults, but it can develop at any age. It is less common than type 2 — approximately 5-10% of people with diabetes have type 1. Currently, no one knows how to prevent type 1 diabetes, but it can be managed.
Type 2 – This is the most prevalent type of diabetes, and risk factors for developing it can be impacted by lifestyle changes. Your pancreas produces insulin, but your body doesn’t respond appropriately – this is known as insulin resistance. Your pancreas makes more insulin to try to get cells to respond. Eventually your pancreas can’t keep up, and your blood sugar rises, setting the stage for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.
Gestational – Occurs during pregnancy and usually goes away after pregnancy. This affects how your body uses sugar, similar to the other types of diabetes. If you have a history of gestational diabetes, it is important to discuss this with your doctor. People with a history of gestational diabetes can have higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes in the future.
Nutrition Tips for Diabetes Management
Taking care of your blood sugar is key to living a normal life with diabetes. Your doctor will support you through this diagnosis and help create a plan to manage your body’s level of blood sugar. Education of this health condition is one of the main ways of staying on top of it. The more you know about diabetes, the better you can take action to prevent complications.
If you are managing diabetes, you can still include a variety of foods each day. Protein and fiber help with blood sugar management. Plan meals and snacks that combine high-fiber carbohydrate foods with protein foods to help prevent blood sugar from going up quickly. Try snacks like peanut butter with apple slices or low-fat cottage cheese with a tablespoon of apple butter to enjoy the flavors of fall.
Holidays centered around food can be stressful for people with diabetes. Plan some time to focus on friends and family. Celebrate in ways that put less emphasis on sweet treats and more emphasis on being together with family and friends. Go for a family walk after a holiday meal or plan a family and friends game night to enjoy being together with loved ones.
There is an increased risk for heart disease for people with diabetes. Reduce your risk by choosing heart-healthy unsaturated fats most often. In dishes that call for butter, try swapping for flavorful, heart-healthy oils like extra virgin olive oil, walnut oil or pumpkin seed oil.
If you’re having a difficult time in dealing with new lifestyle changes that are necessary to cope with diabetes, there’s additional help available. Classes, events, and support groups are available to provide extra support and education.
Julie Adams, RDN, CDCES, sees patients at UPMC Diabetes and Nutrition Care Center, UPMC Williamsport Divine Providence Campus, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport. For more information about diabetes and nutrition services, visit UPMC.com/DiabetesNCPA.
Nancy L. Allen, 85, of Bradford, PA was peacefully welcomed into the arms of the Lord while surrounded by her family on Saturday, November 5, 2022.
She was born on July 10, 1937 in Bradford, the daughter and Gold Star child of Clarence Brace who was killed in World War II and the late Marie Hunter Brace Krakat.
She was a 1956 graduate of the Bradford Senior High School.
On July 12, 1958 in Bradford; she married Franklin R. Allen who preceded her in death on October 22, 2014.
Nancy was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church; where she volunteered for various church activities and the Bradford High School Alumni Association. She was a former Judge of Elections for the Third Ward in Bradford. She enjoyed quilting, knitting and needlepoint along with clipping newspaper articles and sharing them with her family and friends. “She was faithful in the small things because the small things are the big things” is something that her family will always remember about her.
After graduating high school; Nancy worked for the former Bell Telephone until she started her family. Later on in life she was also the Tax Assessor for the Third Ward. She also worked for Southern Tier Staffing for a time.
She is survived by one son, Matthew (Fran) Allen of Scandia; two daughters, Suzanne Doughty of Bradford and Jennifer (Mat) Burns of Beaver Falls; one brother, Michael (Lynda) Krakat of Bradford; six grandchildren, Ben Doughty, Sarah (Brandon) Donahoo, Zac Allen, Nic Allen, Dylan Burns and Rhett Burns; three great grandchildren, Finley, Avery and Shiloh and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by her step-father, George Krakat.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at the Grace Lutheran Church from 12:00 PM until 1:00 PM with funeral services to immediately follow at 1:00 PM in the church with Pastor Aaron Reinard of the Scandia Covenant Church, officiating.
Memorial contributions in her memory can be made to the Grace Lutheran Church, 79 Mechanic St., Bradford, PA 16701, the BAHS Alumni Association, P.O. Box 754, Bradford, PA 16701 or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Robert J. Wennin, 95, of 5694 Sizerville Rd., Emporium, PA passed away at Erie County Medical Center, Buffalo, New York on Monday morning (November 7, 2022). He was born March 22, 1927 in St. Marys, PA a son of the late Mathias and Hazel Gore Wennin. He married Beverly Averill, who survives.
Robert served with the US Navy during WW II on the USS Quivinus 01/16/1945 to 07/15/1946. He retired from Philips Electronics, then went on to work for the Department of Forestry, and Sinnemahoning State Park. He was a member of the Keating Summit Methodist Church, and a life member of the VFW Post 6221.
He is survived by his wife Beverly Averill Wennin; son, Daniel Wennin (Tonyia), Emporium; two grandchildren: Brock Wennin (Alyssa), St. Marys; Monica Dixon (Kurtis), Mainsburg; seven great grandchildren: Nikkole (Zach), Brooke, Gavin, Beckett, Silas, Zaiden and Keegan; two great great grandchildren, Paisley and Vincent; granddaughter-in-law, Valerie Aikens, Emporium; sister, Veronica Lyon, Emporium; numerous step children and step grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his step mother, Lois Wennin; three wives, Delores Valeria, Nancy Kesterholt, Marisa South; grandson, Paul Gaberseck, great grandson Mitchell, brother, Ernest Wennin, and brother-in-law Robert Lyon.
Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Thursday (November 10, 2022) from 2:00-2:45 PM followed by a funeral service at 3:00 PM with Rev. Todd Lamer, Keating Summit United Methodist Church, officiating. A Military Service will follow by the Cameron County Memorial Detail. A late lunch will be held at the VFW Post 6221 427 East 3rd Street Emporium immediately after the service.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the VFW Post 6221, 427 East 3rd Street, Emporium, PA 15834 or to the Cameron County Ambulance Service, 299 E. Second St., Emporium, PA 15834
Edward J. “Ed” Nowak, age 75, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Sunday, November 6, 2022.
He was born on September 24, 1947 in Blossburg, PA a son of the late Victor and Leona (Makowiec) Nowak.
Ed attended St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Wellsboro, PA and enjoyed spending time with his family especially his granddaughter, Sarah, hunting, traveling the roads and canning fruits and vegetables that he picked. Ed loved to meet people and had the ability to talk to anyone. Sometimes so much that they could not get away! He served in the US Navy and was a technician for MBL Technical Services.
Ed was married for 51 years to Bonnie L. (VanNess) Nowak. Ed is survived by his wife: Bonnie Nowak of Wellsboro, PA, two sons: Eric (Lisa) Nowak of Corning, NY, Ryan (Vi) Nowak of Wellsboro, PA, daughter: Shelly (Rick) Ackerman of Richland, PA, granddaughter: Sarah Ackerman, sister-in-law: Frances Schlappich of McElhattan, PA, nephews: Christopher Nowak and Richard Nowak and his beloved dog Daisy.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 11, 2022 from 1 to 2 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm with Rev. Jacek Bialkowski officiating.
