Now that kids have started going back to school, they have the opportunity to play with friends they may not have seen all summer, and with new friends as well. But even though recess might be a highlight of their school day, don’t let the playground be a dangerous part of your child’s good time. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), over 200,000 children are hurt each year, and 15 children will die due to a playground accident. Many of these injuries can be prevented by following some of these tips Continue reading Keeping Recess Safe Now That School Is Back In Full Swing »
Flooding is possible in every state and flash floods can happen any time of year. A watch is issued when the conditions are right in a particular area for a flood. Be aware of how to respond and be ready to act quickly in the event of a flood. A flood occurs after prolonged rainfall over several days or intense rainfall in a smaller period of time when the rain falls faster than the ground can saturate or gutters can accommodate. Continue reading Don’t Get Washed Away »
For many people facing depression, suicide may seem like the only way out. 30,000 people across all age groups die by suicide every year. However, even more alarming is that among young people aged 10-24, suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death. Typically, this isn’t as much an obsession with dying as much as feeling desperate to end pain, which makes suicide a permanent “solution” to an often temporary problem. Continue reading Youth Suicide Prevention »
School age children are in a great position to pick up new habits related to what they eat, for better or for worse. So at this young age, if they are exposed to healthy dietary habits, they are more prone to carry those habits on into adulthood. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has developed a new food pyramid guide, and you should familiarize yourself with how these changes might potentially help you and your family establish a healthy diet. The new chart recognizes that each individual’s body is different, and allows for you to guide your portions accordingly. Additionally, the KidsHealth website has compiled articles, games, and even recipes that parents and kids can explore together for ideas to lead healthier life. Here are a few tips that you can share with your kids to help encourage a healthy lifestyle early on. Continue reading Going Back To School: Learn About Eating Healthy »
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