Anysia Hovel has been interested in studying medicine since she was little. She took trips to the library, many times returning with books on human anatomy and medical science. Along with this passion, she also had a love for animals. As Anysia got older and began thinking about what she wanted to study in college and pursue in her career, she figured why not combine her love of animals and medicine? Those passions have made Anysia a perfect fit as a veterinary assistant here at Surface Creek Veterinary Center. She’s only been with us for five or six months, but in that time, she’s demonstrated a love for her job that will carry her throughout her future studies and career, whatever that may be. As of right now, Anysia, a high school senior, plans on studying to become a veterinarian “or just anything having to do with animals and medicine,” Anysia said. She really likes her job and loves getting to assist the doctors with whatever they need. On any given day, you’ll probably find Anysia helping restrain animals, doing blood work, or setting up for surgery. Even though the job comes with a lot of responsibilities, Anysia finds her work incredibly rewarding. Her favorite part of the job is seeing sick animals come into the center, helping figure out what’s wrong, fixing the problem, then seeing the personality change in the animal. COMBINING A PASSION FOR ANIMALS AND MEDICINE Why Anysia Hovel Loves Her Job as a Veterinary Assistant The Best Companion
‘OUCH, MY FEET!’
If you love to run, hike, or take long walks, then you’re probably familiar with "the new shoe dilemma." It happens in your head and goes something like this: “I really need new shoes; my old ones are falling apart!” “Are you sure? They’re expensive.” “I’m sure.” “But what about the break-in period? It hurts! You can wait another month, right?” The break-in period is the uncomfortable 2–3-week period when your shoes feel new or stiff, and don’t fit quite right. You might even end up with sore feet or a blister. Unfortunately, it’s crucial that you suffer through this rough patch to ensure you’re not stuck with falling-apart, unsupportive shoes. Here are three ways to make the process less painful. 1. Start slow. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, you should break in new shoes over the course of a few days. Start with one hour in the morning and one in the afternoon. Then, if your feet still feel good, increase the time frame until you’re comfortable wearing them all day. 2. Rotate your footwear. A 2013 sports medicine study found that runners who rotate between two pairs of shoes can lower their risk of running-related injuries by 39%. After your new shoes have made it through the “slow start” process, consider keeping your old ones in rotation for a few more weeks so you’ll be less likely to hurt yourself. 3. Listen to your body. Having proper footwear is crucial to the health of your feet, knees, hips, and lower back (your weight distribution starts in your feet, after all!), so pay attention to how those areas feel during the break-in process. Are you still walking differently after a day or two in your new shoes? Does a part of your body ache that didn’t before? That’s more than the break-in blues! Your new footwear could do long- term damage to your body, so invest in a new pair or visit a podiatrist or physical therapist for help. Want to learn more about the fickle relationship between humans and shoes? Check out “These Shoes Are Killing Me!” an episode of the “Freakonomics Radio” podcast that aired May 19, 2017. The Right Way to Break in New Shoes
“I really like my job,” Anysia said. “It’s a good place to work and to have your animals come.”
Out of all the animals that come through the doors at Surface Creek, Anysia loves seeing golden retrievers and Labs the best. “They’re just so happy to be around people,” she said. Outside of being a veterinary assistant, Anysia is also a part of her school’s swim team and an officer in her school’s FFA chapter. You might also find her hiking, paddleboarding, or hanging out with friends and family.
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