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FootPhysicians. To
participate, legislators were asked to wear a pedometer and record the number
of steps they take for eight weeks during the 2005 legislative session.

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To learn more about Haglund's deformity or locate a foot and ankle surgeon
in your area, visit http://www. The race will start at the RMU Island
Sports Center, weave through scenic residential areas on the island and return
to the Sports Center, with the post race events held on the patio alongside
the Ohio River. It's part of the Regence Group, the largest affiliation of health
plans in the northwest and intermountain states, collectively covering nearly
three million people.

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The medical term for the disorder is Haglund's deformity.

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"Pain relief is the primary treatment goal, so anti-inflammatory medications
usually are prescribed ," said Crane. "Their involvement was nothing short of incredible.

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com, the bump or
bony protrusion is a hereditary deformity that can cause Achilles tendonitis
or bursitis due to constant irritation from pump-style shoes. These products reach
the consumer in the form of compact discs, diapers, newspaper ink, aspirins,
golf balls and deodorizers, to name just a few. The proceeds of this event benefit Neville Green,
a group of concerned Neville Island residents seeking to preserve and educate
the community regarding the green areas on the island.

Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon Announces Winners of Fitness Contest Among Legislators

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Those with high
arches or tight Achilles tendons are especially vulnerable to developing pump
bump if they work in high heels.com ., Senator Ginny Burdick
(D -District 18) walked her way to the winning spot in Regence BlueCross
BlueShield of Oregon's "Legislators on the Move" contest held during the 2005
Oregon State Legislative Session.regence.com.

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The Regence Group and its affiliates are not-for-profit
independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

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The prize money from Regence can be used by the schools
for any health -related project.
"Our aim was to encourage physical fitness among members of the
legislature and spread the message of fitness to their constituents," said
Pamela Lally, manager of Legislative Affairs for Regence BlueCross BlueShield
of Oregon.

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These companies are responsible for making a wide range of products
including polymers, activated carbon, additives for printing inks, adhesives
and sealants pharmaceuticals and agricultural products. Over the past four
years, this event has helped fund a successful summer youth science program
sponsored by Neville Green. Lawmakers Walk More Than Nine Million Steps to Earn Funds for Local
Health-Related School Programs

SALEM, Ore. Larry Galizio took third
place, with a total of 826,376 steps.

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, The Robert Morris University
Island Sports Center on Neville Island will be bustling with activity on the
morning of Sunday, April 17 at 9 AM with individual walkers and runners, as
well as families , all taking part in the Good Chemistry Earth Day 5k Run/Walk. Haas logged 1,061,239 steps while walking and
running as part of his marathon training program.

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Still Think High Heels Are Worth It?

Neville Island Good Chemistry 5K Run/Walk Celebrates Five Years

The uniqueness of this race is that it is one of the few 5K courses in the
Pittsburgh area that is truly flat. He will donate $1,000 to Durham
Elementary School.

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Legislators on the Move was designed to introduce awareness , activity and
a little friendly competition into the overall conversation about health.
Regence , which provides health insurance to nearly one million Oregonians,
decided to issue the challenge as a way to draw attention to the alarming
trend of obesity, particularly among young children and adolescents.

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Senator Burdick's strategy included logging more than 20 miles over the
weekends , which helped her outpace the second place winner, Representative
Mark Hass (D-District 27).

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"When the office or airline dress code requires high heels, I advise women
to try heel lifts to decrease pressure on the heel or wear appropriate dress
shoes that have soft backs or are backless ," said Crane. The post race events include sponsor display tables and
entertainment for all ages .

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The event is celebrating five years and is sponsored by the Pittsburgh
companies involved with the business of Chemistry."

About Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon provides medical, dental and
related coverage for about one million members in Oregon and in Clark County,
Washington.

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"The rigid back of a pump-style shoe can create pressure that aggravates
the heel bone when walking," said Crane. She added that icing the back of the
heel reduces swelling, and stretching exercises can relieve tension in the
Achilles . Long-term, however, it's best to avoid wearing high heels, if
possible.

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According to the ACFAS consumer website, FootPhysicians.

"I'm very proud to be a winning Legislator on the Move and to demonstrate
how easy it is to begin an exercise routine with something as simple as
walking," said Senator Burdick. Nearly 30
percent of the Oregon Legislature answered the call , logging a total of nine
million steps during the eight-week long program. Nearly
one in three Americans has health care coverage through Blue Plans.

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"I'm especially excited to donate the winnings
to my local community, where it will help our community's children get started
on their own successful path to good health.

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"Pump bump is common in young women who wear high heels almost every day ,"
said Marybeth Crane, DPM, FACFAS, a Dallas-area foot and ankle surgeon whose
practice near DFW International Airport is well populated with flight
attendants. Companies participating
this year include Bayer, Calgon, Neville Chemical, NOVA Chemicals, Pitt-Ohio-
Express, Ashland, LANXESS, PPG Industries and Sunoco. Senator Burdick walked 1,136,224 steps
during the session and earned a check for $5,000 from Regence to be donated to
Metzger Elementary School for a health-related program.

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In addition to
the noticeable bump, symptoms include pain where the Achilles tendon attaches
to the heel, swelling in the back of the heel and redness in the area. NEVILLE ISLAND, Pa. He has asked Regence to
donate $2,500 to Raleigh Hills Elementary School. For more
information, visit http: //www.

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CHICAGO, It's not what fashion-conscious women
want to hear -- another warning about high heels. But, according to the
American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, pump-style shoes often cause
significant pain by irritating a common bony deformity on the back of the
heel, called 'pump bump' In many cases, it can lead to bursitis or Achilles
tendonitis, if left untreated.
In the large majority of cases, pump bump is treated non-surgically by
reducing inflammation, but this does not get rid of the bony protrusion.

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She said the employee dress code on most airlines requires flight
attendants to work in high heels and their feet take a beating as a result. The
competition concluded on April 12.
Three legislators put on their walking shoes and rose to the challenge ,
earning $5,000, $2,500 or $1,000 depending on their finishing place, for a
school of their choice from their legislative district.or.