You’re back to school and that means shared classroom space and public areas can become breeding grounds for illnesses and injuries. Although ailments cannot always be avoided, the following tips can help you stay well physically and mentally. I wish all students a very safe and healthy school year.
By Frances Chamberlain
It has been a long, hard winter and most of us are relishing these sunny summer days. It’s easy to forget, however, what some of the risks are that come along with summer fun. Not too many years ago children romped in the river or pool until their shoulders and faces were blistered by the sun – now we know that this kind of exposure leads to some serious skin problems later.
Everyone loves summer, and there is nothing more fun than being out in the sun on a hot summer day. However, the sun can also be dangerous. Prolonged exposure to the sun is the most preventable risk factor for skin cancer. Sun exposure can also cause retina damage, cataracts, and even immune suppression. The main hazard of sunlight comes from its ultraviolet rays, specifically the UVA and UVB rays. UVA leads to aging, and UVB leads to burning.
Young athletes who play high impact sports are prone to sports-related head injuries. Most head injuries are not serious and result in cuts, bumps and bruises. However, head injuries can involve more serious internal complications such as concussions. Concussions are brain injuries that cannot be seen on a CT scan, and don’t always cause immediate symptoms, but can still result in long term damage. So how do you know when to be concerned?
published in Citizen News January 26, 2011
A child with a fever causes worry for most parents. Please allow me to provide some advice to ease your mind when a young person in your household has a fever. First, remember that almost all fevers are caused by infections. If you have a fever, it means your body is fighting an infection. Teething in infants probably does not cause fever. It’s best to focus on the fever rather than the teething so you are not distracted from what is really going on with your child.
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