Health, Safety and Welfare
Dr. Robert (Bob) FidlerApril, 2010
Here we are on the eve of daylight savings time and the beginning of spring! Where did the winter go and what took it so long? Well, back to business.
The blood drive in honor of Ms. Artesani was a great success with twenty-five pints collected in a relatively short time. This meets that of a typical full day of effort! All of you who participated should be proud of your results. Due to this, a second drive has been scheduled at the PGICA building on Monday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is also honoring Ms. Artesani. Please respond if at all possible.
I also wish to notify you of a different kind of drive begun March 5 by Fire Chief Bob Hancock. The drive is called Operation Medicine Cabinet in an attempt to control unnecessary, unused, or outdated prescription and/or illegal drugs by having them deposited into a vault. The vault is located on the ground floor of the Punta Gorda Public Safety Building at 1410 Tamiami Trail at the corner of Ann Street. There will be no questions asked and the medications will be properly disposed of. Please do not try to destroy your drugs by flushing them down the toilet etc. with possibility of environmental consequences.
The CPR/AED class was held in early March with ten students present. The teacher was experienced and very well trained. Her approach to the training is among the best. If there is demand, a repeat class could be scheduled in the next month or two.
Warning! There have been instances of crime in this area, so please remember to lock your cars and doors. Please keep your eyes open for suspicious or unusual activity in your neighborhood and alert the police whenever in doubt. The police will be appreciative of your efforts. You may prevent, rather than have to report a crime.