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DIABETES CHECK
PAGE 24 • FESTIVE NEWS • DECEMBER 2014
Half of the people suffering from diabetes
don’t actually know they have the condition.
But five of them can now see their doctor and
get treatment. That was the number out of a
total of 80 who attended the Lions diabetes
check clinic at St Peters Church Hall on
Saturday, October 18 who were found to be at
risk and referred to their doctor.
Diabetes is a worldwide health problem
and Lions International has long been part of
the fight against the disease by organizing
testing clinics to help people find out if they
are one of that 50%. The tests are undertaken
by professional medical staff with Lions
providing the hall and coffee and cake for
those attending. Said organizer, Mike Hughes:
“The test takes only a moment, but I am sure
those five folk whose tests showed positive
are glad they popped in to be tested and for
the others they at least have the comfort of
knowing they are clear of diabetes.”
One of the nurses takes a blood sample for the test.
PUNCHING FOR CHARITY
Hereford Lions Club’s annual amateur boxing and dinner tournament was
held in the Shire Hall on November 14 with around 200 sitting down to
dinner and enjoying the dozen bouts on the bill promoted by Ledbury
Boxing Club and attracting young boxers from clubs as far afield as
Birmingham, Coventry and West Wales.
Tony Cole, one of the original organisers of the tournament 33 years ago,
then held at Park Hall, Wormlow, said: “Over the years we have built up a
loyal following and a reputation for good quality bouts.”
Boxing is just one of the Lions varied programme of fundraising events
which offer value for money events.
If you want to be on mailing/email list of forthcoming Lions events send
a message from our website www.herefordlions.com or contact any club
member.
PUB QUIZ
The success of quiz shows on television has led to
pub quizzes becoming increasingly popular.
Hereford Lions Club three years ago saw the
opportunity to boost their community charity fund
and together with Neil Sexton, the landlord
launched the Bay Horse Pub Quiz, held on the
third Thursday of every month, and including
supper. It has proved highly popular with between
60 and 70 turning out each month and over the
three years has raised £15,000. Note: There will
not be a quiz night in December. Back again in
January.
FANCY BEING
A LION?
If reading the pages of Festive News has
whetted your appetite, why not consider
joining Hereford Lions Club. New members
are always welcome.
Membership is made up of people from all
walks of life….. electricians, plumbers,
painters, builders, accountants, school
teachers, salesmen. What ever you do, you
will find Lions a friendly bunch, sharing a
common purpose of community service laced
with plenty of fun and social activity.
As a member of Lions club you would find
it an opportunity for you and your family to
enjoy a wide and varied social life whilst
making a worthwhile contribution to the
community.
We meet twice a month at the Welsh Club.
Why not try a few meetings to see if being a
Lion is for you ...
Ring Simon Swancott on 01432 275301 for
a chat.
Six year old Ben can’t walk. But now, thanks to a gift from Hereford Lions Club he is
mobile and can play with his school chums.
The Lions answered a plea from Ben’s carer and bought him a £1,600 specially
designed trike which enables him to chase around the school playground or the park.
Ben, who has cerebral palsy is a pupil at Blackmarston School in Hereford .Head
Teacher, Sian Bailey said: “The trike not only gives Ben some independence, but also
provides him with valuable exercise for his legs. He has quickly learnt to ride it and
HELP FOR NEW LUNCH CLUB
Saturday February 21st 2015
A new Monday lunch club for the elderly based at St Francis Xaviers
Catholic Church in Broad Street, Hereford has had a helping hand from the
Lions Club who have bought the 20 strong club a set of crockery, a microwave and a hostess trolley to keep the meals hot.
The club has been set up by Daya Boodhoo, a former nurse who recently
retired after spending 10 years as co-ordinator of events and activities for
Age Concern. She said: “The Lions gift has been a great help in getting the
lunch club, which is open to everyone, up and running. Having the opportunity to share a meal together is greatly appreciated by the elderly.”
Mike Hughes (right), Lions Club welfare chairman with Daya and club
members enjoying their lunch.
Tel Lion Peter Spearpoint
01432 358289
Mission statement of Lions Clubs International:
We S e r v e
LIONS HELP BE
Ben is pictured showing off his new trike to former club president David Barrett (
“To empower volunteers to serve their
communities, meet humantarian needs,
encourage peace and promote international
understanding through
Lions Clubs.”