The connection between diabetes and hearing loss  is not entirely clear, but we do know that diabetes is a condition where the body doesn't properly process food to use as energy. Most food is turned into glucose, or sugar, for our bodies to use for energy. The pancreas makes a hormone called insulin that helps glucose get into our cells. When you have diabetes, your body doesn't make enough insulin, [...]

On November 13, 2023, CPFU President Kevin Saunders and Secretary/Treasurer Liam O’Brien presented DEEP Conservation Enforcement Officer Jordan Jacquo with two awards for saving a man’s life this past summer. The first award presented was a Certificate of Appreciation from President Sam Cabral of the International Union of Police Associations (IUPA, AFL-CIO). The award recognized Jacquo’s heroic efforts back in June 2023, citing that Officer Jacquo’s quick thinking and skilled, [...]

Many retiring law enforcement officers struggle with a loss of identity and loss of purpose as they transition from figures of institutional authority to everyday civilians. Retiring officers face challenges beyond not knowing where to go to collect pension checks, maintain health insurance for their families and resume writing. Reconnecting with and establishing a role within their families, dealing with and processing the trauma they have seen during their careers, accepting [...]

You protect your social media accounts and bank accounts online, but have you considered how you can protect your retirement savings account? As part of Internet Safety Awareness Month, here are 8 tips to help you reduce the risk of fraud or loss to your retirement account: Register, set up, and regularly monitor an online account. Regularly checking your retirement account reduces the risk of fraudulent account access and allows you [...]

Lawton Police Department shared about officers from their department who are also I.U.P.A. Local Lawton Police Officers Association members who received Medals of Valor and the Purple Heart in Oklahoma. The department post read, “The Lawton Police Department would like to recognize and congratulate Lt. John Bordelon, Officer Ney, and Detectives M. Powers and J. Dawson.” The post continued, “On January 10th, 2022, detectives with the Lawton Police Department were [...]

It's the season of barbecues, pool parties, outdoor adventures and for many, lots and lots of lawn care. For anyone who struggles with maintaining picture perfect grass during the busy summer months —whether it's the man power of constant mowing or the sky-rocketing water bill — this lawn secret might be a lifesaver: overseeding with an alternative lawn material. What does that mean? Sustainable landscaping expert and Greenwood Horticulture founder Derek Carwood explains that [...]