December 26, 2013 Page 3 Calendar All Cities Tuesday, January 7 • Quarterly Meeting of the Crenshaw/ LAX Transit Project Community Leadership Council (CLC). 6- 8 p.m., St. John Chrysostom Church, Parish Hall, 530 E Florence Ave., Inglewood. To RSVP or for more information, please contact crenshawclc@metro.net. Hawthorne Saturday, January 4 • Family Game Day, 2-4 p.m., Hawthorne Library, 12700 Grevillea Ave. For more information call (310) 679-8193. • Saturday Storytime, 10-11 a.m., Wiseburn Library, 5335 W. 135th St. For more information call (310) 643-8880. Thursday, January 9 • Book of the Month Club, 7-8 p.m., Wiseburn Library, 5335 W. 135th St. For more information call (310) 643-8880. Ongoing • Hawthorne Museum open Tuesdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m, Hawthorne Museum, corner of 126th and Grevillea Ave. Inglewood Wednesday, January 8 • LEGO and Board Game Mania for kids and teens, 3 p.m., Inglewood Public Library, 101 W. Manchester Blvd. For more information call (310) 412-5645. Saturday, January 11 • Final Pick-up day for Clean Christmas trees, up to10 feet in length without stands and ornaments, picked up curbside on regularly scheduled service day. Thursday, January 23 • Bingo for kids and teens, 4 p.m., Inglewood Library, 101 W. Manchester Blvd. For more information call (310) 412-5645. Ongoing • Third Tuesday Family Movie at the Library. 10 a.m. Gladys Waddingham Library Lecture Hall, Main Library, 101 W. Manchester Blvd. Call 310-412-5645 for more information. Lawndale Wednesday, January 8 • Lawndale Lifestyle-Healthy living programs for kids K-5 and parents, 4-5 p.m., Lawndale Library, 14615 Burin Ave. For more information call (310) 676-0177. Thursday, January 9 • Final Pick-up day for Christmas Tree Recycling by Consolidated. Remove all ornaments, flocking and stands before placing at the curb. Monday, January 13 • Candidate nomination period ends. If you are interested in running for office, contact Pam in the City Clerk’s Department at (310) 973-3213. Saturday, January 11 • Yoga for Teens and Adults, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Lawndale Library, 14615 Burin Ave. For more information call (310) 676-0177. Ongoing • Lawndale Farmers Market, every Wednesday, 2-7 p.m., 147th St. in front of Lawndale Library. For information call (310) 679-3306. • Commodities Free Food Program, every Wednesday at 10 a.m., Community Center, 14700 Burin Ave. For information call (310) 973-3270. • Finance Beware of the Pitfalls of Public Wi-Fi By Jason Alderman Ever notice how many people walk down the street completely engrossed in their smartphones and tablets? I fully expect to see one of them to walk into a light post one day. Although it’s great having access to email, social networking and online shopping anywhere, anytime, such convenience comes with a certain amount of risk, according to Jennifer Fischer, Head of Americas Payment System Security, Visa Inc. “Unless you’re hyper-vigilant about using secure networks and hack-proof passwords, someone sitting at the next table – or halfway around the world – could be watching your every move online and stealing valuable personal and financial information right off your device,” says Fischer. “There are two primary potential dangers with Wi-Fi,” notes Fischer. “The first is using an unsecured network – as many public hotspots are. With a little know-how and the right tools, cybercriminals could easily eavesdrop on your online activity. “The second hazard is phony wireless networks that impersonate legitimate Wi-Fi hot spots. You think you’re logged onto a trusted network, but instead a cybercriminal has hijacked your session and can see all the private information you access or input.” When using public Wi-Fi networks, always follow these safety precautions: Change default settings on your laptop, smartphone or tablet to require that you must manually select a particular Wi-Fi network, rather than automatically accepting the strongest available signal. Avoid any network connections your device lists as “unsecured” (look for the “lock” icon). But if you must log on to a public network, avoid websites that require log-ins and passwords – e.g., bank accounts or email. Ask for the exact name of the establishment’s hot spot address – don’t be fooled by lookalikes. Only send personal data via Wi-Fi to encrypted websites (those whose addresses begin with “https” and display a lock icon). To be safe, you may want to avoid conducting financial transactions on public Wi-Fi altogether; instead, use your secure home network. Consider using a third-party virtual private network (VPN) product to encrypt your Internet traffic. Regularly update virus and spyware protection software, make sure firewalls are on, and load operating system updates as soon as they become available, whether for your computer or smartphone. Turn off Wi-Fi on your device when it’s not in use. Never leave a computer unattended while signed-in and always sign out completely at the end of a session. Keep an eye out for “shoulder surfers” who watch as you type in your password. Finally, change passwords regularly and use different ones for each website you visit. Use a mixture of letters, numbers and symbols and avoid common words and phrases. Security experts recommend using at least 12 characters instead of the minimum eight characters commonly required. Cybercrime is a booming business. According to the 2012 Norton Cybercrime Report, its global price tag topped $388 billion last year, more than the global black market in marijuana, cocaine and heroin combined. It impacts individuals, small and large businesses and governments alike. On October 2, 2013, Visa Inc. is hosting its fifth Global Security Summit in Washington, D.C. “We’re bringing together experts from the worlds of government, law enforcement, technology, finance, retail commerce and academia to explore how industry and government can collaborate to address cyber security,” says Fischer. “Those interested in attending can register for free at www. visasecuritysummit.com.” Being able to access the Internet anywhere anytime is a great convenience and time-saver. Just make sure you know what precautions to take when using public Wi-Fi networks. • Four Steps to Outsmarting Diabetes (BPT) - Nearly 26 million Americans have diabetes, and while many of those individuals manage their condition through a combination of treatment options, each year thousands still face one of the most devastating side effects of the disease: amputation. About half of those with diabetes will experience peripheral neuropathy - a loss of feeling in the lower extremities - making amputation a very real risk. In fact, people with diabetes account for more than 60 percent of all non-traumatic lower limb a m p u t a t i o n s , according to the American Diabetes Association. The good news is, with the right steps, it’s possible to outsmart diabetes and protect your feet and lower limbs. The American Podiatric Medical Association points to these four important steps: 1. Be vigilant. If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, it’s important to constantly monitor your foot health. Inspect your feet and toes daily, and alert your podiatrist of any wounds that don’t heal. Diabetes can cause a loss of sensation in the extremities, so a daily visual inspection can be the best way to spot problems before they become a health crisis. 2. Be proactive. You’ve probably already made lifestyle and dietary changes as part of your diabetes treatment. You should be equally proactive about foot health. Clear your closet of uncomfortable, unsupportive shoes that can contribute to foot irritation or injury. Ill-fitting shoes can lead to diabetic foot ulcers, small wounds or cuts that are slow to heal. If left untreated, these ulcers can worsen and may even lead to amputation. Visit www.apma.org/diabetes to learn the best steps for finding diabetes-friendly footwear and guidance on how to care for your feet. 3. Don’t go it alone. Seeing your general practitioner regularly to help keep an eye on your diabetes is critical, however, it’s also important to take a holistic approach to diabetes management. Podiatrists are specially trained to diagnose and treat ailments of the feet and lower limbs, including complications related to diabetes. Regular care from a podiatrist can help reduce amputation rates between 45 and 85 percent. Find a podiatrist in your area by visiting www.apma.org. 4. Get smart. Medical technology is getting smarter every day-- so should you! From special socks equipped with fiber optic sensors, to thermal imaging devices, to sensors that can alert podiatrists via smartphone, today’s podiatrist is using cutting-edge technology to help their patients outsmart diabetes. Talk to a podiatrist about what you may be able to incorporate into your diabetes treatment plan. To learn more about foot health and diabetes, visit www.apma.org/diabetes.• ∫ ∫
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