January 2020, Vol 43. No 1

DG AKEREDOLU MAKES HISTORY, LAUNCHES CERVICAL CANCER

PREVENTION PROJECT...says““We are here to start a very long journey

which is cervical cancer prevention”

t was a beautiful innovation as the IPresident and members of Rotary Club of Eko Atlantic organized a cricket match to

draw attention to polio eradication. The match which was well attended by Rotarians from within and outside the Rotary Club of Eko Atlantic was played ay Ansa-Ud-Deen- College of Education Isolo Lagos on the 17th of November, 2019.

Rotary Club of Eko Atlantic Organises END POLIO CRICKET MATCH

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1. Is it the TRUTH?2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?3. Will it build GOODWILL and better FRIENDSHIPS?4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

he Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the Tideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and in p a r t i c u l a r , t o e n c o u r a g e a n d f o s t e r .

1. T h e d e v e l o p m e n t o f a c q u a i n t a n c e a s a n o p p o r t u n i t y f o r s e r v i c e .

2. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society.

3. The application of the ideal of service in every Rotarian's personal, business and community life.

4. The advancement of International understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the i d e a l o f s e r v i c e .

s a Rotarian, I will:

A1. Act with integrity and high ethical standards in my personal and professional life

2. Deal fairly with others and treat them and their occupations with respect

3. Use my professional skills through Rotary to mentor young people, help those with special needs, and improve people's quality of life in my community and in the world

4. Avoid behavior that reects adversely on Rotary or other Rotarians

January is Vocational Service Month

DG Akeredolu Launches Cervical Cancer Prevention Project

...says ““We are here to start a very long journey which is cervical cancer prevention

2019 FAMILY OF ROTARY HELD WITH FUN

Four New Rotarians Join Rotary Club of Omole Ojodu

Rotary Club of Abule Egba Metropolitan Celebrates with

Widows and Widowers

Rotary Club of Musin Golden Donates to Schools,

Physically Challenged

Rotary Club of Ikeja Celebrates Christmas With Patients in LASUTH,

and CHILDREN IN SOS ORPHANAGE VILLAGE

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Rotary International President's Message for January

People from all over the world have multiple reasons for joining Rotary. Many new Rotarians each year join for the same reason I did — because Rotary is a great way to benefit your career. When I was a new attorney starting out in Alabama, Gay and I became partners in her father's firm. He instilled in us the value of joining Rotary as a way to build relationships and demonstrate to potential clients that we were serious professionals who held firm to values even more robust than what our profession required.

Rotary's commitment to vocational service is built on the highest ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful work, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society. That last point is so important. No matter our profession, we all contribute mightily to the world when we conduct our work with integrity and always adhere to The Four-Way Test.

I have made balancing the demands of Rotary with professional and family commitments one of my priorities as president. No Rotarian should feel pressured to put in more time than a volunteer position should ever demand. This is true for several reasons, one of them being that the work we do in our day jobs is just as important to Rotary as the work we do in the organization. We carry our Rotary values everywhere, and our professional success helps build a case for Rotary every day we go into the office.

This is particularly important in our efforts to reach younger new members. We want to see a Rotary where no one is ever asked to choose between being a good Rotarian and being a good parent, business owner, manager, or employee. When we ask busy young people to join us, we should not be asking them to give up their time and freedom. We should be rewarding them with an experience that makes everything they already do even more inspiring.

Providing greater balance within Rotary will have another benefit as well: It will create opportunities for other Rotarians, including Rotaractors, to step up and take a leadership role on projects and committees. This will ensure that they remain engaged in our clubs and inspired to be Rotarians for life.

Throughout the world, Rotary is admired for its vocational service and for the time-honored values we instill in all business relationships. As we continue our work to grow Rotary, let us remember that vocational service remains a crucial selling point to potential members.

Rotary Connects the World, and by making Rotary's vocational service work known to people in more professions and at different stages of their careers, we will help grow our organization and make it stronger and more diverse.

Something amazing happened in Vienna in October. A runner from Kenya named Eliud Kipchoge was the first person in history to run a marathon distance — 26.2 miles — in less than two hours.

For many years, experts thought this would be impossible. They said the human body was not capable of achieving this feat. But Kipchoge succeeded because he had an incredible team working with him. He had pacers who ran with him every step of the way, and people who made sure that he had the proper fuel and hydration. Every few miles, fresh runners were sent in to keep up the pace and help him reach his goal.

Like Eliud Kipchoge, Rotary has a great support team as we approach the final mile in our marathon journey to rid the world of polio. So many amazing Rotarians have helped pace this effort along the way, donating their time and energies to bring us close to our goal.

The World Health Organization has certified type 3 of the wild poliovirus as eradicated. This is big news! We have also gone three years without any wild poliovirus on the continent of Africa. It may soon be certified polio-free.

The final mile of our journey is a difficult one. Pakistan and Afghanistan are great challenges for us — but we have met so many great challenges before. Every time a goal has seemed out of reach, Rotarians have stood together and answered the call.

This is no time to lose our focus or to think the race is already over. Can you imagine what would have happened to Eliud Kipchoge if all of the pacers had gone home for the final 2 miles? He might never have reached his goal.

It takes a special character to pursue a difficult task all the way to the end. These are the times that we need each other most. In the Tao Te Ching, Laozi wrote that the journey of 1,000 miles begins with one step. But it also ends with one step. And those final steps take just as much courage as the first.

Let's make history, Rotary — the finish line is within reach!

Trustee ChairsMessage for January

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January is Vocational Service month on Rotary's calendar. Please take a few minutes to read about this important Avenue of Service in this article written by Rotarian Ian Lancaster of the Rotary Clu of Toronto Sunrise. Rotarian Ian Lancaster is also a Past Chair of the District Vocational Service Committee. This article is about Vocational Service, its history and its importance in Rotary club life.....

January is Vocational Service Month on the Rotary calendar. Vocational Service is at the heart of Rotary, which was founded on the classification system of membership. Business and professional life are the bedrock of Rotary, and Vocational Service is a major force in promoting honour, integrity, and trustworthiness in business.

Originally only one representative from each business or profession was invited to join a club. Paul Harris felt that if several members of the same profession were to join, they would either sit together and “talk shop” or compete against each other for other members' business. The idea of “trade-boosting” was gradually eliminated and by 1912, Rotarians were no longer required to exchange business with one another.

The Forgotten Avenue of ServiceOf Rotary's five Avenues of Service* – Club, Vocational, Community, and International – Vocational is difficult to define, so it is sometimes called the “Forgotten Avenue of Service”. One reason is Club, Community, International and Youth Service activities usually involve groups of Rotarians. They enjoy the fellowship of Club Service, the satisfaction of serving the needs of their communities, and the hope that their International Service promotes world peace and understanding. But Vocational Service – the second Avenue of Service -- is generally conducted by individual members.

Service Above SelfRotary's early leaders often cited the Golden Rule – “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you” – as the guiding principle of Rotary's Vocational Service. By the time the National Association of Rotary Clubs held its first convention in 1910, the networking emphasis had begun to shift. The majority of clubs told the new Civic Committee that Rotary should move from being a booster club to improving their communities. The concept of “he profits most who serves his fellows best” became “he profits most who serves best”. This idea morphed into “Service, not Self” and finally, it became the Rotary slogan we know today -- “Service Above Self”.

In 1940, Rotary International defined the Object of Vocational Service “to encourage and foster: high ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; the dignifying by each Rotarian of his occupation as an opportunity to serve society.” Today's Rotarians still pride themselves on being able to use their professional stature and knowledge to make things happen worldwide, wherever there is a need for change.

The Rotary Code of EthicsBack in 1912, when Glenn Mead succeeded Paul Harris as President of Rotary International, he recommended a code of business ethics be formulated to contribute to the advancement of business morality. At that time, there were no consumer protection laws or truth-in-advertising statutes. Fraudulent and deceptive business practices were the norm. The unwritten law was caveat emptor, “Let the buyer beware.” Since the adoption of the Rotary Code of Ethics in 1915, at least 145 national industrial codes of conduct practice have been adopted as a direct result of the influence of Rotarians.

The Four-Way TestRotary's current code of ethical conduct – The Four-Way Test – was developed during the Great Depression, by a Rotarian, Herb Taylor, from the United States, as a four-part ethical guideline that helped him rescue a beleaguered business. The code's four points are simple and direct – “Of all the things we think, say or do:1. Is it the TRUTH?2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?”

The Four-Way Test was officially adopted by Rotary in 1943 and has been translated into the languages of over 100 countries. It appears on highway billboards, in schoolrooms and on the walls of businesses, in labour contracts, courtrooms and halls of government. It's even on the moon, in the form of a Four-Way Test pin planted on the surface by astronaut Buzz Aldrin!

The Heart of RotaryVocational Service remains at the heart of Rotary. In 1987-88, RI President Charles C. Keller reinvigorated the Avenue by appointing the first Vocational Service Committee in 50 years. The committee redefined how clubs could more effectively participate in Vocational Service and drafted the new Declaration of Rotarians in Businesses and Professions.

Today, with over 1.2 million members in more than 35,000 clubs in nearly 200 countries, Rotary provides humanitarian service, promotes high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps build international understanding, goodwill and peace.

January is Vocational Service Month

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DG Akeredolu Launches Cervical Cancer Prevention Project...says ““We are here to start a very long journey which is cervical cancer prevention

istrict Governor, Rotary Interna�onal, District 9110, Nigeria, Dr. Jide Akeredolu has made history with the launch of the Dmuch awaited Cervical Cancer Preven�on Project.

102 girls from Junior Secondary School One (JSS1) to Junior Secondary School Two (JSS3) were vaccinated in the pilot phase of the project which was kicked-off on Thursday, 5th December, 2019 at Estate Junior Grammar School, Ilupeju in Lagos state.

The project is an ini�a�ve of the District Governor, aimed at vaccina�ng 10, 000 girls against the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) which causes cervical cancer. Each dose of the vaccine costs N11, 000 and each girl is required to take two doses.

The project which has never been done in the history of Nigeria and Africa as a whole, except for Rwanda which ini�ated the project in 2011, is being sponsored by the district, and it is supported by Rotary clubs in the district with Rotary Club of Lagos Palm Grove Estate leading with paid sponsorship of 100 girls, as well as individual Rotarians.

To also ensure the success of the project, the Rotary district partnered with Pre�y Health Care Limited and Vaccipharm Limited in the area of vaccina�on and vaccine supply respec�vely.

resent at the launch were district leaders, members of the project commi�ee led by the Chairperson, Adetoun Aigbe Davies of

PRotary Club of Ikoyi, club presidents, and some other Rotarians in the district.

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Also present were Mrs. Opeyemi Ajayi, the School Principal; Mrs. Tayo Olufemi of the Family Health and Nutri�on Directorate who represented the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Health; Dr. Odunayo Talabi, the Medical Director- Pre�y Health Care; Mr. Olalekan who represented the Tutor General (District vi); Mrs Fadeke Adeyemi from Vaccipharm; members of the school's Parents Forum, and guests.

DG Akeredolu, while delivering his speech said, “We are here to start a very long journey which is cervical cancer preven�on. Sta�s�cs from World Health Organiza�on (WHO) tells us that about 26 women die of cervical cancer every day in Nigeria which amounts to one woman dying of cervical cancer every 55 minutes’, he said.

Speaking further, he said, “The interes�ng thing is that it can be prevented through vaccina�on. We know the virus causing cervical cancer, it is called the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), so if we vaccinate young girls against the virus, cervical cancer can be prevented. It has never been done anywhere in Africa except in Rwanda. What we know here is cervical cancer screening to discover if the virus has been contracted or not.

“Each vaccina�on costs N11, 000 and each girl requires two doses which is equal to N22, 000, maybe that is why the project has not been taken up in Nigeria before now. but we at Rotary Interna�onal, District 9110 to be precise, have decided to take it up. The leading club that has decided to support us in this journey is Rotary Club of Lagos Palm Grove Estate.

“They have decided to sponsor 100 girls. Other clubs have also keyed into the project. When we did our survey, we discovered that about 4 million girls would need the vaccina�on but we have decided to take the first step. I thank you for beginning this journey with us and I hope that in many years’ �me, we will look back and say oh, I was there when this journey started”, the DG concluded.

The School Pr incipal thanked the club for the laudable project. She especially thanked the Chairman of the Cervical C a n c e r P r e v e n � o n Commi�ee and another m e m b e r o f t h e commi�ee, Chandra, the President Elect of Rotary Club of Lagos Palm Grove Estate for their pa�ence.

“Since early October, they have been coming here and in many cases, I won’t a�end to them. I would tell them to go to the educa�on district and they would say ‘yes, we will go’. I thank them for t h e i r p a � e n c e a n d perseverance towards ensuring the success of this project”, said Mrs. Ajayi.

Mrs. Olufemi, in her remark, stated that she has been hear ing of Rotary club since she was l i � l e . “ F o r t h e organiza�on to be taking this cause now, it’s a very laudable interven�on. T h e L a g o s s t a t e government is also about to roll out cervical cancer screening for age 30 and above and by January, we will be flagging off the program”, she said.

“I want the Rotary district to know that you are not alone in this cause. I want us to be able to look back and be happy that we have been able to kick out cervical cancer in Nigeria just like we kicked out polio”, she added.

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2019 FAMILY OF ROTARY HELD WITH FUN

he District Governor, Dr. Jide Akeredolu and spouse, Prof. Tokunbo Akeredolu were with other

TRotarians, their families and Rotary friends at the 2019 Connect Family of Rotary Celebration event th th

which held between the 13 and 15 at Atican Beach Resort at Ajah area of Lagos. Family of Rotary celebration has become an annual event in Rotary District 8110, Nigeria, and this year's edition was put together by the 2019 Family of Rotary Committee headed by Past President Gbenga Sunmonu of the Rotary Club of Agege.Some of the fun activities that took place at the event included fashion parade, novelty football match amongst Rotarians, family quiz competition, amongst others.

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News from the Districts

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Rotary Club of Tincan Island Grants Financial Assistance to Two Indigent Women in the Community.

Two of the RYLA 2019 participants presenting portrait paintings to the Chairman,

3 new Rotarians of Rotary Club of Akute that were inducted at the recently held installation ceremony of the club president, with DG Akeredolu (left) and the club's president Samson Omo

Osagie (right)

Rotary Club of Yaba Metropolitan Donates Food Items, and Toiletries to Magnificent Therapy Services,

Home of Children with Special Needs, in Sabo Yaba, Lagos state.Abiodun Oshinibosi and the District Governor, Dr. Jide Akeredolu at the closing ceremony.

District Governor Jide Akeredolu decorating the Group Managing Director, Courteville Business Solutions, Dr. Ismail Akindele during his official visit to Rotary Club of Yaba Metropolitan

District Governor, Dr. Jide Akeredolu inducts two new Rotarians into Rotary Club of Mushin Golden, on behalf of the club

Abiodun Oshinibosi and the District Governor, Dr. Jide Akeredolu at the closing ceremony.

Rotary Club of Mushin Golden Donates 50 School Bags and 50 Exercise Books to Euba

Secondary School, Mushin in Lagos State.

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Rotary Club of Gowon Estate Beautifies Gowon Estate Roundabout, Mounts the 4-Way Test Board

Two of the RYLA 2019 participants presenting portrait paintings to the Chairman, Rotary Club of Ikeja Central, Currently Led by the United President, Sophia Billy Donates School

Sandals, Dictionaries, Crayons, Water Colour Sets, Among Other Items to Students of Mende Junior High School in Maryland, Lagos State.

Rotary Club of Festac Town Donates to Beth Torrey Home for Mentally Challenged and Handicapped, Amuwo Odofin,Lagos

The friendship exchange team led by Past Assistant Governor Uyi Sowobi in a group photograph with District Governor Dr. Jide Akeredolu before their departure to Kenya

Inner Wheel Members from District 912 Visit the District Governor, Dr. Jide Akeredolu

Ace Nigerian Musician, Daddy Showkey, thrills Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) 2019

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Four new Rotarians have been inducted i n t o R o t a r y C l u b o f A b u l e E g b a Metropolitan, one of the Rotary clubs u n d e r t h e u m b r e l l a o f R o t a r y International, District 9110 Nigeria.The new members which comprises three females and one male, were officially inducted into the club and decorated by the District Governor, Dr. Jide Akeredolu during the District Governor's official visit to the club on Thursday, December 19, 2019. DG Akeredolu who was accompanied on the visit by some other district leaders inc lud ing the D is t r ic t Secretar y, commended the club for the rapid growth in its number of membership this Rotary year. Noting that the amount of female m e m b e r s s t i p u l a t e d b y R o t a r y International is 30% of the total club membership, the DG further commended the club for adding three new female members to the existing 35% females that make up the total number of the club.He also noted that the two major areas the Rotary International President is focusing on this Rotary year is The Rotary Foundat ion and membersh ip . DG Akeredolu however encouraged the club members to contribute more the The Rotary Foundation which is the financial arm of the organization, this Rotary year.

Four New Rotarians Join Rotary Club of Omole Ojodu

n the spirit of Christmas, members of Rotary Club of Abule IEgba Metropolitan, currently led by the United President, Bolanle Ogunleye celebrated the season with indigent

Nigerians.

The club distributed mini bags of rice and vegetable oil to 50 widows and widowers in the community. This kind gesture during this period of the year is not the first to be displayed by the club members who have displayed similar act in previous years.

The food items were handed to the beneficiaries by the District Governor, Dr. Jide Akeredolu, alongside the club president during the District Governor's official visit to the club on Thursday, December 19, 2019.

DG Akeredolu thanked Rotary Club of Abule Egba Metropolitan for making this food items available and like “I know, the club has taken this act as a signature project which is carried out by the club annually during Christmas period.” The DG said.

The DG, while addressing the beneficiaries said, "This is what we do in Rotary, reaching out to the needy in our communities. Members of this club have levied themselves to provide these food items for you so that as they are enjoying their food on Christmas day, you all can also have food to eat. All I ask in return is that you remember them in your prayers so that they will continue to do for you, even more than they have done."

The excited beneficiaries took turns to appreciate the club members for their selfless act of kindness over the years.

Rotary Club of Abule Egba Metropolitan Celebrates with Widows and Widowers

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otary Club of Mushin Golden, as part of their lined-up projects for the Rotary year, has donated Rto schools and also to the physically challenged in Mushin.

A total of 200 school bags and 200 exercise book were donated to five schools in Mushin namely; New State High School, Euba Secondary School, Bereola Memorial Primary School, Majolate Primary School, and Muslim Mission Primary School. The club president, Abiola Ishola and some other members of the club, on Thursday, November 28, 2019 stormed two of the schools stated above- New State High School and Euba Secondary School where they presented 50 school bags and 50 exercise books to each of the schools. Also present was the District Governor, Dr. Jide Akeredolu who officially handed the school bags and exercise books to the students, alongside the club president and other members of the club present. The Principal of Euba Junior Secondary School, Mrs Sobande Helen who was present during the donation exercise thanked the club on behalf of the students and staff of the school. The District Governor also visited Lagos Cheshire Home of the physically challenged in Mushin with members of the club where the club donated food items and toiletries to occupants of the home. Addressing the occupants of the home, DG Akeredolu said, “We know you are in need; that is why we are here to give you this little assistance so that why we are enjoying Christmas, you will also be enjoying here. The club members had earlier led the DG on a courtesy visit to the office of the Chairman of Mushin Local Government, Honourable Emmanuel Bamibgoye who acknowledged the humanitarian services of the club and promised to support the activities of the club. “I so much appreciate all you have been doing to bring change to this community and to Nigeria as a

Rotary Club of Mushin Golden Donates to Schools, Physically Challenged

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Whether you're a believer in the whole "new year, new you" thing or not, usually signals a fresh start. And this year, the New Yearwith a whole new decade arriving, it feels even more like

everyon e has a chance at a clean slate.To help you take advantage of that , we rounded up a few simple good-for-you 2020 energytweaks you can make to your usual routine. These are all so small that they're healthy mini-resolutionssuper-easy to stick with, and they'll have an outsized effect on your wellbeing. Choose one or two to try out, and if you give up on them before Ditch Resolutions Day (January 17), don't sweat it — you can pick them up again (or not) any day of the year.

Drink more waterIn the realm of "small steps that make a big difference," is queen. Besides keeping you hydrated, water guzzling more H2Ohelps deliver oxygen and nutrients to cells throughout your body and helps your organs flush out waste materials, the Mayo Clinic says reusable 32-ounce water bottle. Get a and vow to drink the whole thing down twice a day to hit the ball park recommendation of eight cups. (How much water you actually need depends on a bunch of factors, like body size and activity levels, so feel free to be flexible to determine what feels right for you.) Or just add in one extra cup a day, as soon as you wake up in the morning. Hello, natural energy.

Prioritize self careThis can include, but is not limited to, a trip to the spa or a fresh manicure. "For some [people], self care could mean setting boundaries with their work colleagues or personal relationships," says Natasha Bhuyan, MD, a registered physician at One Medical in Phoenix, Arizona. "For others, it might mean curling up . And yet for others, it might mean with a good bookfocusing on healthy eating or getting more sleep. It might mean unplugging from social media."This year, vow to figure out exactly what you can do self care-wise. My feel-good addition? Letting myself sleep in on the weekends — hey, I deserve it!

Be proactive about preventative careGet a primary-care provider. Already have one? Pat yourself on the back — you're ahead of the game. Dr. Bhuyan says that many people don't realize that a primary-care wellness visit can also helps you , sleep, healthy manage your mentalhealtheating habits, and activity."Many people view the health care system as a sick care system. They only seek care when they are not feeling well," Dr. Bhuyan says. "However, it's important that every person has a primary-care provider in order to focus on staying healthy through preventative care." That includes a regular physical (depending on your age, you may only need one every few years), an annual flu shot, and more.

Practice mindfulness"There is compelling evidence that mindfulness is beneficial to our overall health," Dr. Bhuyan says. "And on the other end of the spectrum, being buried in our devices is detrimental to our health."To begin your mindfulness journey, consider downloading a guided meditation app like and using the week-long free Calmtrial to see how you like the practice. Or take an even smaller step and just commit to every so putting your phone downoften. My plan is to stay off my phone for at least 10 minutes after waking up in the morning. Goodbye in-bed Insta scrolling, hello mental wellbeing.

Try to sit lessThis may be tough if you work a nine-to-five that involves sitting in front of a computer all day (I mean, same). But hear me out. Parking it for prolonged periods has been associated with , and there's evidence that it increased feelings of anxietycan elevate your risk of issues and even diabetes.including cardiovascular diseaseThe good news: Studies show that can reduce these health risks. Stand up and stretch moving for just ten minutes a dayever hour, and try to go for a quick walk — even if that's just a few laps around your office — daily. (If you adopt the "drink more water" resolution, you may find yourself standing up more often to go to the bathroom anyway.)

Cut back on alcoholListen, no one is telling you to give up the pinot grigio. But consider drinking it less. Cap yourself at one glass instead of two or cut yourself off entirely for a few days, or a few weeks. It's no secret that consuming excessive amounts of alcohol isn't the best for you or your body. Test the waters of an alcohol-lite lifestyle; you might surprise yourself by feeling so good you keep it up.Source: www.refinery29.com/

Healthy Resolutions

You'll Actually Keep In 2020

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o t a r y C l u b o f I k e j a RCelebrates Christmas With Patients in LASUTH,

a n d C H I L D R E N I N S O S ORPHANAGE VILLAGE

Rotary Club of Ikeja Celebrates Christmas with Patients in LASUTH, and Children in SOS Orphanage village.

At Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) the c l u b d o n a t e d M e d i c a l Equipment to the hospital and s h a r e d f e l l o w s h i p a n d celebrated the day with the patients In the hospital. Gifts were presented to the patients and the club members sang Christmas carols to brighten

their mood. The hospital staff were also given awards of recognition for their individual outstanding performance in the year.The District Governor, Dr. Jide Akeredolu, also joined the c l u b m e m b e r s i n t h e celebration. Alsp in the sp i r i t o f Chr i s tmas , members of Rotary Club of Ikeja led by their U n i t e d P r e s i d e n t , O lumuy iwa Fagbola showed love to children i n S O S O r p h a n a g e Children Village in Isolo, Lagos.

The club members, as part of their “We Care” project for the Rotar y year, s tormed the

orphanage home on Monday December 9, 2019 with lots of food, drinks, and Christmas gifts for the children.

There was also cutting of cakes, and good music as the club

members celebrated with the children.

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Rotary Club of Ikeja Celebrates Christmas With Patients in LASUTH,

and CHILDREN IN SOS ORPHANAGE VILLAGE

Support Cervical Cancer Prevention

“Cervical cancer is the second commonest disease in women. According to the World HealthOrganisation, 40 Women are diagnosed with cervical cancer every day, while 26, women die from itdaily in Nigeria. This translates into one cervical cancer death every 55 minutes. Victims of Cervical Cancer dieslow/agonizing death. Thankfully, Cervical Cancer is the only cancer that is completely preventable with vaccination. Therefore, save a life today, by donating for the vaccine. With just N22,000 per vaccine, you would have “raised her skirt to save her life”- Dr. ‘Jide Akeredolu