SELF-CARE CORNER It’s one thing to lose your balance and fall. But it’s especially important to keep elderly people from the hazards of a trip and fall. The causes of balance issues could come from a number of different sources-many that don’t have a seemingly direct connection to balance or falls. Dr. Jason Rice, a […]
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FAMILY LIFE Talking to kids about scary events and disasters is important when they’re old enough to understand. Kids may have more fear of an event if they don’t know any details. They may imagine something much worse than what happened. Although telling kids some details may help, the American Academy of Pediatrics says it’s
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FAMILY LIFE Forget that fancy wrapped gift box. The chance to spend time with loved ones can be more valuable than the most expensive gift, says Sheri Bridges, professor of marketing at Wake Forest University. Memories of the occasion will live on long after the contents of a ribbon-wrapped box have been forgotten or discarded.
WELL-BEING It’s odorless, colorless, and causes lung cancer. You could be breathing it every day and not know it. It’s radon, and it’s a major health threat in nearly all areas of the country. What is radon? Radon is a naturally occurring gas that is found in soil. It makes its way into buildings through
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WELL-BEING High winds and storms can cause power lines to fall. Be alert and always assume all fallen lines are energized, says MidAmerican Energy. Stay away from anything that is touching the line, such as a tree, fence, or vehicle. * Do not touch someone who is being shocked by a fallen power line. *
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FAMILY LIFE Before you let your child play at another person’s house, you may ask some safety questions. For instance, you’ll probably want to know if adults are there, when they will be home, and what they will be doing. There’s another question that may be harder to ask, but your child’s life may depend
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WELL-BEING Myth: When it comes to pool water, clarity means cleanliness. Truth:Even when swimming pool water is clear, microorganisms too small to be seen with the naked eye can be present. While chlorine destroys bacteria that could put swimmers at risk for disease, it takes time to work. Most germs are killed within seconds in
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WELL-BEING More than 37,000 Americans are injured by power lawn mowers each year. Even a minor cut can become a problem if it gets infected. And, it’s possible to get severe injuries and even lose a toe if proper safety steps aren’t followed. Avoid getting hurt with these tips: * Don’t mow when the grass
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SELF-CARE CORNER Vaccines are a crucial part of keeping your baby healthy. But, it can be difficult to watch your baby feel the pain of a shot. Don’t put off or skip vaccines that your baby needs. Instead, follow these tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): *Bring along a favorite item.Does
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FAMILY LIFE Parents generally teach their children about “stranger danger” from an early age. They are told not to talk to, walk with or take gifts or candy from strangers. But statistics show danger often lurks closer to home. According to the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse, the vast majority of
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