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Governor Gary R. Herbert’s Schedule

June 18, 2018 - June 22, 2018

**The Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**

 

Monday, June 18

9:00 a.m.   Inland Port Authority Board Kickoff Meeting

Location:   State Capitol

 

11:00 a.m.  Meet with Leadership Team

Location:    Governor’s Office

 

12:30 a.m.  Meet with Lt. Governor Spencer Cox

Location:    Governor’s Office

 

1:40 p.m.   Meet with Chief of Staff

Location:   Governor’s Office

 

2:30 p.m.   Meet with Attorney General

Location:   Governor’s Office

 

Tuesday, June 19

10:30 a.m.   Meet with Legislators

Location:     Governor’s Office

 

Wednesday, June 20

Travel to Maryland

 

4:30 p.m. Select USA Conference

Location:   National Harbor, Maryland

 

Thursday, June 21

Select USA Conference - All Day

Location:   National Harbor, Maryland

 

Friday, June 22

8:00 a.m.   Select USA Conference

Location:   National Harbor, Maryland

 

Travel to Salt Lake City

 

Lt. Governor Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule

June 18, 2018 - June 22, 2018

**The Lt. Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**

 

Monday, June 18

11:00 am   Meet with Leadership Team

Location:   Governor’s Office

 

12:30 pm   Weekly Update with the Governor

Location:   Governor’s Office

 

1:30 pm    Meet with Staff

Location:  Lt. Governor’s Office

 

2:00 pm    Meet with Dr. Joseph Miner

Location:  Lt. Governor's Office

 

7:00 pm     Speak to Farmington High School Leadership Students

Location:   Fairview

 

Tuesday, June 19

10:00 am   Meet with Senator Stevenson

Location:   Lt. Governor’s Office

 

10:30 am   Meet with American Dream Ideas Representatives

Location:   Lt. Governor’s Office

 

11:30 am   Attend SelectHealth Select 25 Award Luncheon

Location:   Salt Lake City

 

3:30 pm     Film Hooked on Utah

Location:   Fairview

 

Wednesday, June 20

10:00 am   Speak at Huntsman Seminar for Teachers

Location:   State Capitol

 

11:00 am   Elections Review with Staff

Location:   Lt. Governor’s Office

 

11:30 am   Meet with Constituents

Location:   Lt. Governor’s Office

 

12:15 pm   Moderate Utah Leadership Perspective on STEM Panel

Location:   Layton

Media Access

 

Thursday, June 21

No Public Events

 

Friday, June 22

11:30 am   Speak at Governor’s Honors Academy Luncheon

Location:   Cedar City

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Governor appoints Debra Jensen to the Second District Juvenile Court

 

SALT LAKE CITY (June 15, 2018) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert has appointed Debra Jensen as a judge on the Second District Juvenile Court.

 

“I believe Debra Jensen’s dedication and compassion will make her a strong addition to the bench,” Gov. Herbert said.

 

Most recently, Jensen has served as a Managing Attorney and Guardian ad Litem at the State of Utah’s Guardian ad Litem’s Office. She has specialized in family law throughout her career and she was also a jurisdictional partner at Kenneth B. Shellen & Associates. Prior to that, she was Assistant Attorney General over the Human Services Division in the Utah Attorney General’s Office.

 

“I am deeply humbled and honored to be selected by Gov. Herbert to serve as a Second District Juvenile Court Judge,” Jensen said. “I look forward to the opportunity to help strengthen families and work with children. If confirmed, I will diligently uphold the rule of law and perform my judicial duties with integrity, fairness and compassion.”

 

This appointment is subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate.

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Older Americans Who Neglect Oral Care

Put Overall Health At Risk

Conscientious parents constantly remind their children to brush and floss, and routinely schedule dental checkups to make sure their teeth and gums are healthy – and staying that way.

But youngsters aren’t the only ones who who can use such reminders. Older Americans need to put a priority on their oral health as well, and research shows that as a group they aren’t doing so.

In fact, the statistics are grim. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that almost every single American over age 65 (96 percent) has had a cavity, and 20 percent have untreated tooth decay. Another 65 percent suffer from gum disease, an ailment that has been linked to a host of other problems, such as strokes, heart disease and diabetes.

“Anyone who thinks they can ease up on dental care as they age is making a big mistake,” says Dr. Harold Katz, a dentist, bacteriologist and developer of TheraBreath Healthy Gums Oral Rinse (www.therabreath.com).

“Not only do poor dental habits affect what’s going on in your mouth, they also affect your overall health.”

Some of the CDC’s findings that Katz says are troubling include:

• Tooth loss. Nearly one in five adults aged 65 or older have lost all of their teeth. Complete tooth loss is twice as prevalent among adults aged 75 and older (26 percent) compared with adults aged 65 to 74 (13 percent).  The CDC points out that having missing teeth, or wearing dentures, can have a detrimental effect on nutrition. “It’s not surprising that people who have lost teeth, or wear denture, often are going to choose soft food they chew easily,” Katz says. “They will pass up fresh fruits and vegetables that are more nutritious, but are more difficult for them to eat.”

• Oral cancer. Cancers of the mouth (oral and pharyngeal cancers) are primarily diagnosed in older adults; median age at diagnosis is 62 years. “That’s another reason it’s important for older people to have regular checkups,” Katz says. “Your dentist can check for signs of oral cancer during those visits.”
• Dry mouth caused by medications. Most older Americans take both prescription and over-the-counter drugs, many of which can cause dry mouth. Reduced saliva flow increases the risk of cavities. Saliva helps prevent tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath, and also lubricates the mouth, making it easier to eat, swallow, speak and taste food. “Sometimes dry mouth might just cause mild discomfort,” Katz says. “At other times it can lead to significant oral disease that can compromise the person’s health, dietary intake and quality of life.”

“As  you age, proper oral care is just as important as ever,” Katz says. “It’s not something you want to ignore because your overall health is at stake.”

About Dr. Harold Katz

 

Dr. Harold Katz (www.therabreath.com), developer of TheraBreath Healthy Gums Oral Rinse, received his degree in bacteriology from UCLA and is the founder of The California Breath Clinics and author of The Bad Breath Bible. He has been featured on ABC’s “Good Morning America,” CBS’s “Early Show” and “The View” with Barbara Walters and countless other TV shows. Dr. Katz has developed oxygenating compounds that have been used by millions around the world to eliminate bad breath. He is also the bearer of the now famous “Halimeter,” which tests the sulfur compounds in the mouth that cause bad breath. Dr. Katz’ website offers a free online bad breath test – as well as a sneaky way to tell someone they have halitosis.

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With consumer demand for gas hitting an all-time high earlier this month, prices at the pump creeping up, and people across the country preparing to drive to vacation destinations, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released three key reports to help people maximize both savings and fun:

• 2018’s Best & Worst States for Summer Road Trips
• 2018’s Best Gas Rewards Credit Cards
• 2018 Gas & Travel Survey

WalletHub’s road trip report found that Utah ranks 9th nationally for summer driving, and you can find out why below, along with highlights from the other two reports.
 
Road Tripping in Utah (1=Best; 25=Avg.):

• 25th – Number of Attractions
• 18th – Lowest Price of Three-Star Hotel Room
• 20th – Vehicle Miles Traveled per Capita
• 6th – Access to Scenic Byways
• 7th – Driving Laws Rating
• 9th – Fatalities per 100 Million Vehicle Miles Traveled

2018 Gas & Travel Survey

• 49% of drivers choose where to get gas based on price, followed by convenience (38%), with brand (10%) coming in well behind.
   
• 25% of people have driven in at least 25 states. California (11%) and Texas (10%) are the most popular picks for best state to drive in.
   
• Nearly 1 in 3 people think an individual should have to take a test to get a credit card, just like a driver’s license.
   
• 62% of people want rewards on gas more than any other type of travel purchase.

2018’s Best Credit Cards for Gas Rewards:

• Best Card for Cash Back at Any Station: Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express – 3% cash back on gas; up to 6% back at supermarkets; $200 initial bonus; $95 annual fee.
   
• Best Card for Points at Any Station: PenFed Platinum Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card – 5 points per $1 on gas; 3 points per $1 at supermarkets; $100 initial bonus; no annual fee.
   
• Best Card for Gas & Travel: Citi ThankYou® Premier Card – 3 points per $1 on travel (including gas); 2 points per $1 on dining out and entertainment; 50,000-point initial bonus; $95 annual fee (waived the first year).