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810 days ago
Up to one-third of people with seasonal allergies may suffer oral allergy syndrome (OAS), which results from a cross-reactivity between seasonal airborne pollen proteins from weeds, grass and trees and similar proteins in some fresh fruits and vegetables.
955 days ago
Suggestions to ease the pain A bad burn from too much fun in the sun can be very uncomfortable and painful. Here are some suggestions on how to soothe sunburned skin: Take a cool shower or bath, or apply cool compresses on burned areas. Putting baking soda in the bathwater also can help soothe sunburn. Keep your skin moist with lotion. Apply aloe vera gel, as it can help cool the skin and relieve pain. Adults can take an over-the-counter pain reliever, like aspirin or ibuprofen. (Aspirin should never be given to children).
948 days ago
How to do it safely Ticks, often found in heavily wooded areas, can attach themselves to a person's skin or clothing. Ticks can carry Lyme disease and other germs. Always check your child after outdoor play in a wooded area. If you see a tick on you or your child, follow these suggestions. Using a pair of tweezers, firmly grab the tick near its head or mouth, which will be right next to the skin. Pull firmly and steadily until the tick releases its grip, and immediately clean the bite site with alcohol. As soon as possible, call your doctor, who may want you to keep the tick and send it out to a lab for analysis. Never attempt to extract the tick using a lighted match or petroleum
832 days ago
Tips on keeping youngsters well-rested as fall term begins Re-establishing children's sleep habits should be on parents' back-to-school to-do lists, along with new school supplies and clothing Children tend to go to go to bed and wake up later during the summer, and altering this cycle can be difficult, says Dr. Anne-Marie Slinger, a professor of pediatrics at the University of Florida. Parents should try to get their children back into a school-year sleeping schedule at least one or two weeks before classes start. If a child isn't properly prepared and doesn't get enough sleep, it can really affect their school performance. "Sleep deprivation can have a pretty significant effect on concentration, memory and even mood. If a child is chronically sleep deprived, it's far more difficult for them to participate in classroom activities and learn new things. If they're tired, they won't be engaged," Slinger said. In general, children require at least nine hours ...
825 days ago
Here's how to prevent injury Heavy school books can take a physical toll on your child’s neck, back and shoulders. Backpacks should be selected and worn properly to avoid strain or damage to your child's muscles and joints, experts advise. Backpacks are designed to distribute weight across the back and shoulders, and should be worn slung over both arms. Muscles may be damaged by the weight of books on only one side. Look for backpacks with straps that are padded and wide, not narrow ones that may put too much pressure on one area of the shoulder or dig into the skin under the weight of heavy books. A padded backpack can help protect your child's back, and a waist belt can help distribute weight across the back and reduce the risk of injury.
