A few Q&A about each post;
1. Is Pancreatic Cancer curable?
Pancreatic Cancer is an extremely difficult disease to treat, particularly because of how hard it is to diagnose. It is the 5th leading cause of cancer death despite only being the 11th most common cancer. If performed early enough, certain surgical procedures can cure patients of the cancer. Unfortunately, most cases are not diagnosed early enough for this to be the case. About 20% of patients diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer survive the first year and only about 3% survive 5 years.
2. Is it illegal to not wear a seatbelt in Utah?
A seat belt is required of persons 18 and under. There is no penalty for people over the age of 19 and up not wearing a seat belt.
3. Are refreshments a problem in Utah?
Refreshments (sweets, desserts) in my opinion are served a lot in Utah, due to the Mormon culture and various activities. A trend we could all adopt, would be to suggest to ward council members to maybe provide nutritious, healthy treats and snacks instead.
4. How is Utah’s air quality?
Utah is so polluted, that it has the sixth dirtiest air in the world.
5. Is texting and driving illegal?
Yes, in Utah texting and driving is considered illegal. Utah one-upped the rest of the states when they put into effect a law that considers getting in an accident (with no one getting killed) as punishable as drunk driving. The state considers this multitasking ability to be considered reckless driving, and not an unintentional accident. Punishment includes 15 years in prison.
6. Does Utah recycle?
Utah does have a recycling program, however it is not an avid recycling program. Not many people know that they can recycle, and waste management puts restrictions on what can be recycled. It is not required to recycle in the state of Utah.
7. What are the health effects of not having a vapor recovery system on gas nozzles?
The vapor or fumes from this material may cause respiratory irritation. Symptoms of respiratory irritation may include coughing and difficulty breathing. Breathing this material at concentrations above the recommended exposure limits may cause central nervous system effects. Central nervous system effects may include headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, weakness, loss of coordination, blurred vision, drowsiness, confusion, or disorientation. At extreme exposures, central nervous system effects may include respiratory depression, tremors or convulsions, loss of consciousness, coma or death. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause cancer.
8. Is it required to wear a helmet in Utah?
No, there is no requirement in Utah to wear a helmet while using a bicycle, scooter, moped, or motorcycle. However, the benefits of wearing a helmet are worth wearing one, even though it is not required.
9. How does Utah compare in the category of depression?
Utah has the highest amount of depression, as well as one of the lowest amounts for people seeking help for this mental illness. People often times do not seek help for this condition because depression, or any other mental illness) usually isn’t covered under medical insurance. Even if people were covered by medical insurance, there is a lack of mental help centers for those in need.
10. How does Utah compare in safety?
Utah is one of the top 10 places for safety in the state of Utah. However, people still should not be trustworthy of everyone in the area; thefts, vandalism, not to mention other offenders in the area. Everyone should still take precaution.
