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The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs estimates that around eight million adults in the United States experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in a given year. Women experience PTSD at a much greater rate than men. Estimates from the USDVA indicate that 10 percent of women and 4 percent of men are affected by PTSD. Instances of PTSD are similarly prevalent in Canada, where the Canadian Psychological Association estimates that around 8 percent of Canadians who experience a traumatic event develop PTSD. Though no one is immune to PTSD, rates of the disorder among combat veterans are significantly higher than the rates among the general population. USDVA reports that one study of 1,938 veterans found that the prevalence rate among Gulf War veterans was around 14 percent, while an older study from the American Psychological Association found that about 30 percent of Vietnam War veterans had PTSD in their lifetime.

In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Syracuse Area Health hosted Brake for Breakfast. Individuals were invited to this drive-thru event to receive a breakfast along with information on breast health and swag. Over 100 cars drove through. Extra breakfast sacks were delivered to businesses around town. Pictured, staff members at Syracuse Area Health assisted with Brake for Breakfast and served at the drive-thru event. Information by Wendy Werner

Workers spent part of Tuesday morning installing a new generator at the Otoe County Courthouse, replacing a 15-year-old courthouse unit that will now serve the needs of the Otoe County Roads Department.

Happy Birthday Carolyn! Please help us celebrate Carolyn Pabst’s 10th anniversary of her eightieth birthday on Nov. 20 with a card shower. Please send cards to 1937 S. 26th Road, Cook, NE 68329-8900.

Each year, the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) sponsors an Americanism Essay Contest for students in grades 3-12. The local unit, ALA 100 of Syracuse, will determine the winners, and cash prizes will be awarded. The top essay will then be sent on to the state level for judging and additional cash prizes. The theme for 2023 is “What does patriotism mean to You?” The following are guidelines for participation.