FAMILY LIFE If your kids like to moonwalk and jump in those ever-present birthday-party experiences called bounce houses, know about these dangers. A child goes to the ER every 45 seconds because of bouncing injuries. Researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital say inflatable bouncers are the cause of a 15-fold increase in injuries to kids-mostly broken […]
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FAMILY LIFE Bullying can be hard to address, especially if it’s happening to your child. Knowing how to deal with bullying can help you support your child and stay calm about it. This is important because bullying can happen more than once. Dealing with bullying in the right way can help you (and your child)
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FAMILY LIFE 1.Extreme changes in behavior:Not being aware of surroundings or familiar people. Changes in speaking, such as difficulty forming words or completing thoughts. 2.Signs of dehydration:Unable to keep down liquids. Frequent vomiting or diarrhea. Little oral intake and a dry sticky mouth. Urinating infrequently (less than every 8 hours in children younger than age
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SELF-CARE CORNER When winter arrives, will you be ready? Being prepared for winter weather is more than having a warm coat and boots in your closet. No matter where you live, you can be prepared and safe all winter long with a few tips fromReady.gov: *Use space heaters carefully.Keep them out of reach of little
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FAMILY LIFE When somebody needs to see the doctor, it’s best to make the most of your visit, said Dr. Hannah Chow, Loyola University Health System pediatrician, who shares this advice: * Ask your most important questions first. Bring a list of questions. Keep it short. * Make good use of the office nurse. Sometimes
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FAMILY LIFE For more and more school-age children the Epipen is becoming a necessity for completing the back-to-school supply list. In fact, allergic conditions are one of the most common medical conditions affecting children in the U.S. “Accidental exposure to allergens at school is a major concern for kids with severe allergies since any exposure
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SELF-CARE CORNER Insects like mosquitoes and ticks may annoy you during a summer barbeque or camping trip. But an effective bug repellent does more than avoid an itchy inconvenience. It may help prevent you from getting sick. Mosquitoes and ticks may carry diseases that are dangerous to humans. Many ticks carry Lyme disease and mosquitoes
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SELF-CARE CORNER Many common household items contain chemicals. Not all chemicals are bad for your health, but some can be harmful. To keep yourself and your family healthy, it’s best to take steps to reduce or avoid chemicals that could be unsafe. Did you know possible toxic substances can be found in cleaning products, furniture,
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FAMILY LIFE The ideal time for a child to visit the dentist is 6 months after the child’s first teeth appear. During this initial visit, a dentist will be able to examine the development of the child’s mouth. Babies may have dental problems, such as teething irritations, gum disease, and prolonged thumb or pacifier sucking.
FAMILY LIFE Because people are living longer than ever, many people have senior parents in their lives. One of the biggest health issues facing older adults is falls. In fact, the CDC reports that nearly 3 million older adults are treated in the emergency room each year for a fall-related injury. Whether your older parent
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