Herpes Simplex Infections are simply cold sores that can be seen mostly on the lips and around the mouth.
Even though the lips are most commonly affected by the virus, outbreaks can also spread to other body parts. This is possible because the herpes simplex virus is fairly contagious.
There are two different herpes simplex viruses. More specifically, there are herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2). HSV-1 is the virus causing cold sore outbreaks. Again, those are mostly around the mouth area, but the virus can also spread to the eyes.
The sores that result from this virus can be quite painful, and at times they may be accompanied by fever, which makes it even more uncomfortable to have.
In order not to spread the virus even further, please keep in mind that the virus can be passed on even when the cold sore is not physically present. Also try to always strengthen your immune system, because it will help against old sores.
This is important, because you might have noticed that cold sore outbreaks often occur when you are particularly stressed or off-balance. This is also a time when the immune system is especially weak.
In terms of treatments, there is no shortage of options. You will be the best person to judge how you want to go about it. Of course, if the duration or the pain is too much for you to handle, consulting a doctor would probably be the best decision.
With that being said, if the outbreaks are rare and you feel okay about them, you might not even want to do anything, but just let them heal naturally.
Should you wish to attack the cold sores, over the counter medication is also available and so are home remedies. Just simply choose what matches your personal needs.
2011年10月13日星期四
2011年10月12日星期三
Immunea Naturals Releases Powerful New Cold Sore Product With a 90-Day Guarantee
Immunea Naturals LLC is proud to announce the launch of its new product, Immunea, a supplement developed solely for cold sore prevention. Rather than waiting until a core sore develops or trying to soothe the undesirable symptoms, Immunea boosts the immune system in order to keep outbreaks from occurring at all.
According to Alex Maurice, Owner: "The problem is, most people wait until they're experiencing initial cold sore symptoms, or until the cold sore actually appears, before they do anything about it. At that point, the battle is lost! Immunea puts the power in your hands to stop cold sores from ever forming in the first place and that simplifies your romantic and social life... Trust me!"
Immunea's seven powerful ingredients were chosen for their clinically proven ability to fight cold sores as well as absolute lack of side effects. Immunea also has the added benefit of boosting the immune system, reducing cold sore severity and length if an outbreak has already occurred.
This product sets itself apart from other cold sore medications through the stellar 90-day guarantee that accompanies all orders. If customers are dissatisfied with Immunea's performance for any reason, their money will be refunded-no questions asked.
"I want to make my customers a bold promise: Immunea must prevent most of their cold sores or drastically reduce their severity, or I insist they write for a full refund. They don't even have to mail the remaining product back. If Immunea is not working for them, we don't want their money, period." Alex said.
The Immunea Naturals LLC team is made up of people who have personally suffered the ill effects of cold sores, and have bent their passion and expertise into conquering this troublesome and embarrassing virus. To prove their confidence in the product they've developed, they take their own medicine and-after fighting cold sores for more than twenty-five years-have now been cold sore free for years.
Immunea Naturals LLC prides itself on providing the ultimate solution for cold sore sufferers. They value the health and well-being of customers, which is why they only offer the highest-quality product and service. Visit Immunea Naturals LLC or email them at pr(at)immunea(dot)net .
To get more information about Immunea, its ingredients, purchasing, or to request an interview with Immunea Naturals LLC, use this online form.
According to Alex Maurice, Owner: "The problem is, most people wait until they're experiencing initial cold sore symptoms, or until the cold sore actually appears, before they do anything about it. At that point, the battle is lost! Immunea puts the power in your hands to stop cold sores from ever forming in the first place and that simplifies your romantic and social life... Trust me!"
Immunea's seven powerful ingredients were chosen for their clinically proven ability to fight cold sores as well as absolute lack of side effects. Immunea also has the added benefit of boosting the immune system, reducing cold sore severity and length if an outbreak has already occurred.
This product sets itself apart from other cold sore medications through the stellar 90-day guarantee that accompanies all orders. If customers are dissatisfied with Immunea's performance for any reason, their money will be refunded-no questions asked.
"I want to make my customers a bold promise: Immunea must prevent most of their cold sores or drastically reduce their severity, or I insist they write for a full refund. They don't even have to mail the remaining product back. If Immunea is not working for them, we don't want their money, period." Alex said.
The Immunea Naturals LLC team is made up of people who have personally suffered the ill effects of cold sores, and have bent their passion and expertise into conquering this troublesome and embarrassing virus. To prove their confidence in the product they've developed, they take their own medicine and-after fighting cold sores for more than twenty-five years-have now been cold sore free for years.
Immunea Naturals LLC prides itself on providing the ultimate solution for cold sore sufferers. They value the health and well-being of customers, which is why they only offer the highest-quality product and service. Visit Immunea Naturals LLC or email them at pr(at)immunea(dot)net .
To get more information about Immunea, its ingredients, purchasing, or to request an interview with Immunea Naturals LLC, use this online form.
2011年10月11日星期二
Counseling and Health Center battles the flu
A flu clinic was open Oct. 3 and 4 in the Counseling and Health Center to prevent a serious flu season among students.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, the seasonal flu affects the upper-respiratory system, including the chest, nose and throat. This is not the same as the stomach flu, but more like a common cold that creates a high fever. There are ways to prevent catching or spreading the flu.
Amy Henniges, director of the Counseling and Health Center, said the Counseling and Health Center ran the flu vaccination clinic. She said vaccination is the No. 1 way to prevent the flu. The health center purchased the vaccinations through a state-approved vendor.
Henniges said this year's seasonal flu vaccination protects against the three most common flu strains, which are influenza A, influenza B and H1N1 viruses. The vaccination is meant to last the entire flu season, and is given by injection.
Current faculty, staff and students were eligible to receive the vaccination.
The Counseling and Health Center accepted people on a first-come-first-serve basis while supplies lasted. Registered nurses administered the vaccinations, Henniges said.
After Oct. 4, the health center will accept one-on-one appointments and plans to offer additional dates if their supply lasts.
The vaccination cost faculty and staff members $20. Students paid $15 because a percentage of student segregation fees fund the clinic. Faculty, staff and students can pay for the fee with cash, check or pass points, Henniges said.
Ann Steinberger, worker at the Public Health Department, said the Brown County Health Department also has flu clinics. The clinics are open to Brown County community residents. The vaccinations are $25 per person and are available through injection and nasal vaccines. The age requirement for nasal vaccinations is 2 to 49 years of age.
The county vaccination clinics place emphasis on those 50 years of age or older, chronically ill people, pregnant women, children 6 months to 18 years of age and those who live with someone who is chronically ill or under the age of 4.
Brown County also offers free vaccines to children 6 months of age to 18. A voluntary donation of $4 is requested but not required, according to the Brown County Health Department.
The Brown County Health Department has a listing of flu clinics available on their website.
Derryl Block, chair of the professional program in nursing, said people have a responsibility to go to school and work, so they want to limit their chance of getting the virus because they don't want to miss anything important.
Henniges said employers and educators tend to be more understanding for an excused absence of an employee or student with the flu, as the CDC recommends staying home for 24 hours after the fever subsides without taking fever medicine to prevent the spread of flu.
According to the CDC, someone who has the flu can spread it up to 6 feet away, and up to one day before there are any symptoms.
Block said someone can inhale droplets of the flu virus that are expelled by coughing and sneezing. Some symptoms could include a fever, body aches, cough, sore throat, headache and fatigue.
Block said the elderly, young children or anyone with a weak immune system due to chronic illness have a higher risk of complications than other people. Thousands of people die from complications with the flu each year. People who are more at risk can receive antiviral medications over the counter from their doctor.
Block said to prevent the flu, people should stay away from anyone who has the flu, wash their hands frequently and avoid touching hands or eyes.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, the seasonal flu affects the upper-respiratory system, including the chest, nose and throat. This is not the same as the stomach flu, but more like a common cold that creates a high fever. There are ways to prevent catching or spreading the flu.
Amy Henniges, director of the Counseling and Health Center, said the Counseling and Health Center ran the flu vaccination clinic. She said vaccination is the No. 1 way to prevent the flu. The health center purchased the vaccinations through a state-approved vendor.
Henniges said this year's seasonal flu vaccination protects against the three most common flu strains, which are influenza A, influenza B and H1N1 viruses. The vaccination is meant to last the entire flu season, and is given by injection.
Current faculty, staff and students were eligible to receive the vaccination.
The Counseling and Health Center accepted people on a first-come-first-serve basis while supplies lasted. Registered nurses administered the vaccinations, Henniges said.
After Oct. 4, the health center will accept one-on-one appointments and plans to offer additional dates if their supply lasts.
The vaccination cost faculty and staff members $20. Students paid $15 because a percentage of student segregation fees fund the clinic. Faculty, staff and students can pay for the fee with cash, check or pass points, Henniges said.
Ann Steinberger, worker at the Public Health Department, said the Brown County Health Department also has flu clinics. The clinics are open to Brown County community residents. The vaccinations are $25 per person and are available through injection and nasal vaccines. The age requirement for nasal vaccinations is 2 to 49 years of age.
The county vaccination clinics place emphasis on those 50 years of age or older, chronically ill people, pregnant women, children 6 months to 18 years of age and those who live with someone who is chronically ill or under the age of 4.
Brown County also offers free vaccines to children 6 months of age to 18. A voluntary donation of $4 is requested but not required, according to the Brown County Health Department.
The Brown County Health Department has a listing of flu clinics available on their website.
Derryl Block, chair of the professional program in nursing, said people have a responsibility to go to school and work, so they want to limit their chance of getting the virus because they don't want to miss anything important.
Henniges said employers and educators tend to be more understanding for an excused absence of an employee or student with the flu, as the CDC recommends staying home for 24 hours after the fever subsides without taking fever medicine to prevent the spread of flu.
According to the CDC, someone who has the flu can spread it up to 6 feet away, and up to one day before there are any symptoms.
Block said someone can inhale droplets of the flu virus that are expelled by coughing and sneezing. Some symptoms could include a fever, body aches, cough, sore throat, headache and fatigue.
Block said the elderly, young children or anyone with a weak immune system due to chronic illness have a higher risk of complications than other people. Thousands of people die from complications with the flu each year. People who are more at risk can receive antiviral medications over the counter from their doctor.
Block said to prevent the flu, people should stay away from anyone who has the flu, wash their hands frequently and avoid touching hands or eyes.
2011年10月10日星期一
How to Attack Cold Sores
Because cold sores do not look pretty, and are displayed for everyone to see, many people choose to cover them up with make-up.
Do NOT do that: I know it is not great to have a cold sore, but covering it up will not help you in any way. Believe me, I have tried, I am telling you it is not a good idea.
Normally, cold sores will have healed after about 10 days – give or take a few days. With that being said, you do not necessarily have to wait that long; because, fortunately, there are many treatments that can minimize the outbreak’s intensity and duration.
First off, you really want to make sure to keep the cold sore clean. That is the best way to start the healing. If you keep it clean, and do not touch it, it is the best way to prevent it from spreading.
Another way to get rid of cold sores is to drink lots of fluids and stay hydrated. It has been shown in a number of studies that drinking non-citrus fluids that are low in sugar can help cold sores to heal faster.
Another good idea is cooling the sore. This can simply be done with ice. This will prevent the virus from spreading, and containing the virus is one of the very most important things you need to do right now.
Plants can also help when it comes to cold sores. And there is one that I often use: Aloe vera. In my opinion, it is truly a life safer regarding cold sores. The plant looks like a cactus, and it contains a fair amount of juice. Applying it is really easy, too: Cut it open, press out the juice, and put that on the cold sore.
Other than that, over the counter medication is, of course, always an option, too. It is, in my opinion, certainly one that should be considered.
You can also purchase numbing creams that will alleviate any pain. This will make the time for a cold sore to heal more tolerable.
Do NOT do that: I know it is not great to have a cold sore, but covering it up will not help you in any way. Believe me, I have tried, I am telling you it is not a good idea.
Normally, cold sores will have healed after about 10 days – give or take a few days. With that being said, you do not necessarily have to wait that long; because, fortunately, there are many treatments that can minimize the outbreak’s intensity and duration.
First off, you really want to make sure to keep the cold sore clean. That is the best way to start the healing. If you keep it clean, and do not touch it, it is the best way to prevent it from spreading.
Another way to get rid of cold sores is to drink lots of fluids and stay hydrated. It has been shown in a number of studies that drinking non-citrus fluids that are low in sugar can help cold sores to heal faster.
Another good idea is cooling the sore. This can simply be done with ice. This will prevent the virus from spreading, and containing the virus is one of the very most important things you need to do right now.
Plants can also help when it comes to cold sores. And there is one that I often use: Aloe vera. In my opinion, it is truly a life safer regarding cold sores. The plant looks like a cactus, and it contains a fair amount of juice. Applying it is really easy, too: Cut it open, press out the juice, and put that on the cold sore.
Other than that, over the counter medication is, of course, always an option, too. It is, in my opinion, certainly one that should be considered.
You can also purchase numbing creams that will alleviate any pain. This will make the time for a cold sore to heal more tolerable.
2011年10月9日星期日
Cause of death for Lehi High student still undetermined
When David Darby received a phone call from his son Camryn at school on Sept. 23, stating that he wasn't feeling well, he could have never imagined his son would die less than 24 hours later and that two weeks later, he still wouldn't know why his healthy 15-year-old died.
"I received the phone call around noon," Darby recalled. Camryn wasn't feeling well and had a sore throat. Darby drove to Lehi High School to pick up his son.
As the afternoon progressed Camryn began to feel more uncomfortable; he had a severe sore throat and fluctuated between hot flashes and cold chills.
"I told Camryn, if it gets to the point where you feel like you need to go to the doctor, let me know," Darby said.
Moments later Camryn told his dad that he felt it was time to see a doctor. They drove to an Instacare where doctors looked in Camryn's throat and discovered his right tonsil was swollen. They swabbed for a strep test and sent them home with a prescription.
"We grabbed dinner really quick so he could take his pill," Darby said, "then headed for home to put him in a warm bath to try and help with his cold chills."
After the bath Darby gave his son the advice all parents give: rest. Camryn fell asleep on the couch.
At 3 a.m. the next day, Darby awakened to the sound of Camryn snoring loudly.
"It was odd, he has never snored in his life," Darby said. "I woke him up and made him sit up. I told him to just try to watch some TV."
Darby woke a few hours later to find his son on the couch, unresponsive and not breathing. He phoned 911 and started CPR.
Paramedics arrived and worked on Camryn for about 40 minutes before confirming that he had indeed died and determined the time of death was more than an hour before his dad discovered him.
"He was still warm when I found him, so I assumed he had stopped breathing only minutes earlier. It was the worst day of life when I realized he was gone and there wasn't anything I could do."
Darby has met with doctors who confirmed strep test results are negative. He has spoken with the medical examiner who marked the death as "pending due to medical condition," but in a conversation on Friday, he learned the medical examiner found nothing out of the ordinary. They are now awaiting a toxicology report, but Darby is certain it will turn up nothing as well.
"It's one thing to lose your child in a car crash, at least you have the 'why,' but Camryn was a healthy boy. I'm afraid we are going to be left without answers to his death."
Camryn Darby was only 15 years old. He was very outgoing and popular.
"When my nephew moved here and started school, Camryn was the first to approach him and make him feel welcome," Dolores Rodriguez said. "They became best friends. Camryn was such a great kid and a friend to everyone."
After hearing the sad news, the Rodriguez family made it their mission to post fliers around town, sharing Camryn's story and asking for donations in behalf of the Darby family.
"We wished we could do more but we know this is one way to help since the family isn't prepared to pay for funeral expenses right now," Rodriguez said.
Darby stated that Camryn did love his friends but most of all, he had an immense love for his mom, Tierra Skanes.
The family is accepting donations through a fund at Mountain America Bank under Camryn Darby.
"I received the phone call around noon," Darby recalled. Camryn wasn't feeling well and had a sore throat. Darby drove to Lehi High School to pick up his son.
As the afternoon progressed Camryn began to feel more uncomfortable; he had a severe sore throat and fluctuated between hot flashes and cold chills.
"I told Camryn, if it gets to the point where you feel like you need to go to the doctor, let me know," Darby said.
Moments later Camryn told his dad that he felt it was time to see a doctor. They drove to an Instacare where doctors looked in Camryn's throat and discovered his right tonsil was swollen. They swabbed for a strep test and sent them home with a prescription.
"We grabbed dinner really quick so he could take his pill," Darby said, "then headed for home to put him in a warm bath to try and help with his cold chills."
After the bath Darby gave his son the advice all parents give: rest. Camryn fell asleep on the couch.
At 3 a.m. the next day, Darby awakened to the sound of Camryn snoring loudly.
"It was odd, he has never snored in his life," Darby said. "I woke him up and made him sit up. I told him to just try to watch some TV."
Darby woke a few hours later to find his son on the couch, unresponsive and not breathing. He phoned 911 and started CPR.
Paramedics arrived and worked on Camryn for about 40 minutes before confirming that he had indeed died and determined the time of death was more than an hour before his dad discovered him.
"He was still warm when I found him, so I assumed he had stopped breathing only minutes earlier. It was the worst day of life when I realized he was gone and there wasn't anything I could do."
Darby has met with doctors who confirmed strep test results are negative. He has spoken with the medical examiner who marked the death as "pending due to medical condition," but in a conversation on Friday, he learned the medical examiner found nothing out of the ordinary. They are now awaiting a toxicology report, but Darby is certain it will turn up nothing as well.
"It's one thing to lose your child in a car crash, at least you have the 'why,' but Camryn was a healthy boy. I'm afraid we are going to be left without answers to his death."
Camryn Darby was only 15 years old. He was very outgoing and popular.
"When my nephew moved here and started school, Camryn was the first to approach him and make him feel welcome," Dolores Rodriguez said. "They became best friends. Camryn was such a great kid and a friend to everyone."
After hearing the sad news, the Rodriguez family made it their mission to post fliers around town, sharing Camryn's story and asking for donations in behalf of the Darby family.
"We wished we could do more but we know this is one way to help since the family isn't prepared to pay for funeral expenses right now," Rodriguez said.
Darby stated that Camryn did love his friends but most of all, he had an immense love for his mom, Tierra Skanes.
The family is accepting donations through a fund at Mountain America Bank under Camryn Darby.
2011年10月8日星期六
Flu Arsenal – Build Yours Now!
It is time for me to stock my personal flu season arsenal – I was reminded of that by a child who came home early Sunday morning with a sore throat and a very stuffy nose. I like to have certain things at home (even though the store is 3 minutes from my house) because they come in handy in the middle of the night.
Every cold and flu season is a little bit different – something that worked really well last year may be just so-so this year. My first line of defense is something called Defense Plus – it is grapefruit seed extract combined with echinacea, astragalus, goldenseal, vitamin C, zinc and several immune building mushrooms. I take 2 of these every 3-4 hours. I usually know on the first dose if it is working.
If that isn’t quite taking care of my symptoms so that I can go to work and help all of you, I add oregano oil. Oregano oil kills lots of viruses, bacteria, parasites and fungus. It is really strong stuff – especially the kind that is at least 70 percent carvacrol. I like this in liquid veggie caps because the oil is just awful tasting – with the capsules, you get to swallow it without the nasty taste.
Occasionally, this doesn’t work as well as I would like it to. Then I usually resort to olive leaf. Olive leaf is one of my favorite immune builders – I know several people who take it daily and stay well year after year. Good olive leaf does some great things in addition to building immunity – studies show it lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. Quality is key on olive – it has to be at least 18 percent oleuropin, or it will not work well enough to justify spending your money on it.
These 3 things are in my first aid cabinet during the fall/winter for colds and flus. I then like to add something to help break up coughs and congestion. I have 2 favorites – fenugreek and thyme (in combination so it counts as 1 thing) and a herbal blend with osha in a liquid gel cap that really seems to work well on the pesky middle of the night coughs.
Everything I mentioned above is tablet or capsule form now that my son is old enough to swallow pills. I still recommend liquid forms for those who need them. For the younger set, I have 2 favorites – colloidal silver and elderberry chewables. Both of these interfere with a virus or bacteria’s ability to reproduce and overrun your system. I particularly like silver for stomach viruses because it is very gentle, but usually very effective.
A couple of years ago, we added a really strong tasting liquid called Cold and Sinus Blaster – it does just that. I like it for breaking up congestion and speeding up recovery. There are many other supplements that work. Everyone is a little bit different – one customer uses astragalus and zinc. Another uses echinacea and vitamin C. Others swear by oscillo.
Natural supplements work best when taken at the first symptoms of cold or flu – I go with the early and often theory because it is bad for my business if I get sick.
I also need to mention my favorite immune builders – olive leaf as I described above and Elderberry Defense. I find that taking one of these on a regular basis keeps me from getting sick in the first place. It is when I run out that I get in trouble.
Every cold and flu season is a little bit different – something that worked really well last year may be just so-so this year. My first line of defense is something called Defense Plus – it is grapefruit seed extract combined with echinacea, astragalus, goldenseal, vitamin C, zinc and several immune building mushrooms. I take 2 of these every 3-4 hours. I usually know on the first dose if it is working.
If that isn’t quite taking care of my symptoms so that I can go to work and help all of you, I add oregano oil. Oregano oil kills lots of viruses, bacteria, parasites and fungus. It is really strong stuff – especially the kind that is at least 70 percent carvacrol. I like this in liquid veggie caps because the oil is just awful tasting – with the capsules, you get to swallow it without the nasty taste.
Occasionally, this doesn’t work as well as I would like it to. Then I usually resort to olive leaf. Olive leaf is one of my favorite immune builders – I know several people who take it daily and stay well year after year. Good olive leaf does some great things in addition to building immunity – studies show it lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. Quality is key on olive – it has to be at least 18 percent oleuropin, or it will not work well enough to justify spending your money on it.
These 3 things are in my first aid cabinet during the fall/winter for colds and flus. I then like to add something to help break up coughs and congestion. I have 2 favorites – fenugreek and thyme (in combination so it counts as 1 thing) and a herbal blend with osha in a liquid gel cap that really seems to work well on the pesky middle of the night coughs.
Everything I mentioned above is tablet or capsule form now that my son is old enough to swallow pills. I still recommend liquid forms for those who need them. For the younger set, I have 2 favorites – colloidal silver and elderberry chewables. Both of these interfere with a virus or bacteria’s ability to reproduce and overrun your system. I particularly like silver for stomach viruses because it is very gentle, but usually very effective.
A couple of years ago, we added a really strong tasting liquid called Cold and Sinus Blaster – it does just that. I like it for breaking up congestion and speeding up recovery. There are many other supplements that work. Everyone is a little bit different – one customer uses astragalus and zinc. Another uses echinacea and vitamin C. Others swear by oscillo.
Natural supplements work best when taken at the first symptoms of cold or flu – I go with the early and often theory because it is bad for my business if I get sick.
I also need to mention my favorite immune builders – olive leaf as I described above and Elderberry Defense. I find that taking one of these on a regular basis keeps me from getting sick in the first place. It is when I run out that I get in trouble.
2011年10月7日星期五
Mark still going strong in epic challenge
"IT’S unbelievable – I still can’t believe what he’s done."
Lorna Stanger, who has been accompanying Thurso businessman Mark Taylor this week on an epic fundraising adventure, is awed by his achievement.
Since Sunday, Mark has conquered a stretch of the Pentland Firth, scaled the three highest peaks in the UK in 24 hours and is furiously propelling himself over 500 miles on his bicycle.
Lorna and Mark are now well on their way to the finish line at John O’Groats to complete "the Quest".
"He’s sore and tired but he’s on a mission," said Lorna. "It’s been cold, wet, windy and stormy but Mark is still going strong.
"He’s determined that he’s going to complete this final part just like he did the other two."
Mark is putting himself through the challenge to raise enough money to bring home his critically ill younger brother. Around three months ago, Matthew, a teacher, was left at the roadside following a near-fatal motorcycle crash in Bali. As he did not have travel insurance, the subsequent hospital bill has been running to many thousands of pounds a week.
Determined to assist, Mark and his group of helpers have roped in huge support from across the community for "the Quest".
The idea is to raise as much money as possible to help the family pay the bills and get an air ambulance to fly Matthew home from Singapore.
Mark set out on Sunday morning at dawn from Dwarwick Pier and swam six miles through the treacherous currents of the Pentland Firth. He clambered ashore three-and-a-half hours later at Thurso beach, close to the Pavilion Restaurant.
He was accompanied by fellow Quest team member David Spencer, from near Dounreay, and last-minute addition Wick man David Sutherland .
After getting out of the water, Mark told the John O’Groat Journal: "It was harder than I thought it was going to be.
"Apparently we hit an eight-knot current halfway through but then it got a bit easier. Just before Thurso East we hit the current from the river coming out and it was quite tough going again."
The three men came ashore to applause from the gathered crowd. As coffee was given out, renowned local fiddler Karen Steven played her tune "Matty’s Appeal" which she penned as part of the fundraising bid.
Mark and David Spencer then tackled Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike in England and finally Mount Snowdon in Wales.
Lorna said: "The guys completed the three peaks challenge in 23 hours 35 minutes in total, including driving," she said.
"It’s just fantastic."
It’s now a case of two challenges down and one more to go for the Picture Box and Hush boutique owner.
He is currently on his bike heading from his family home in Derbyshire to his adopted Thurso via John O’Groats, with Lorna riding alongside.
Together they set off on Tuesday at 9am, clocking up 130 miles on their first day on the road.
"The first day was really hilly and the backpacks we’re wearing weigh about 15 kilograms," said Lorna. "It was really hard going."
"We camped on Tuesday night just in some trees and it was pouring rain and howling winds all night. We were really lucky that we were not on the road at the time."
Lorna and Mark will meet up with the rest of the team either today or tomorrow to complete the final ride into John O’Groats together.
Lorna Stanger, who has been accompanying Thurso businessman Mark Taylor this week on an epic fundraising adventure, is awed by his achievement.
Since Sunday, Mark has conquered a stretch of the Pentland Firth, scaled the three highest peaks in the UK in 24 hours and is furiously propelling himself over 500 miles on his bicycle.
Lorna and Mark are now well on their way to the finish line at John O’Groats to complete "the Quest".
"He’s sore and tired but he’s on a mission," said Lorna. "It’s been cold, wet, windy and stormy but Mark is still going strong.
"He’s determined that he’s going to complete this final part just like he did the other two."
Mark is putting himself through the challenge to raise enough money to bring home his critically ill younger brother. Around three months ago, Matthew, a teacher, was left at the roadside following a near-fatal motorcycle crash in Bali. As he did not have travel insurance, the subsequent hospital bill has been running to many thousands of pounds a week.
Determined to assist, Mark and his group of helpers have roped in huge support from across the community for "the Quest".
The idea is to raise as much money as possible to help the family pay the bills and get an air ambulance to fly Matthew home from Singapore.
Mark set out on Sunday morning at dawn from Dwarwick Pier and swam six miles through the treacherous currents of the Pentland Firth. He clambered ashore three-and-a-half hours later at Thurso beach, close to the Pavilion Restaurant.
He was accompanied by fellow Quest team member David Spencer, from near Dounreay, and last-minute addition Wick man David Sutherland .
After getting out of the water, Mark told the John O’Groat Journal: "It was harder than I thought it was going to be.
"Apparently we hit an eight-knot current halfway through but then it got a bit easier. Just before Thurso East we hit the current from the river coming out and it was quite tough going again."
The three men came ashore to applause from the gathered crowd. As coffee was given out, renowned local fiddler Karen Steven played her tune "Matty’s Appeal" which she penned as part of the fundraising bid.
Mark and David Spencer then tackled Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike in England and finally Mount Snowdon in Wales.
Lorna said: "The guys completed the three peaks challenge in 23 hours 35 minutes in total, including driving," she said.
"It’s just fantastic."
It’s now a case of two challenges down and one more to go for the Picture Box and Hush boutique owner.
He is currently on his bike heading from his family home in Derbyshire to his adopted Thurso via John O’Groats, with Lorna riding alongside.
Together they set off on Tuesday at 9am, clocking up 130 miles on their first day on the road.
"The first day was really hilly and the backpacks we’re wearing weigh about 15 kilograms," said Lorna. "It was really hard going."
"We camped on Tuesday night just in some trees and it was pouring rain and howling winds all night. We were really lucky that we were not on the road at the time."
Lorna and Mark will meet up with the rest of the team either today or tomorrow to complete the final ride into John O’Groats together.
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