Article at a Glance
Article at a Glance
Article at a Glance
Article at a Glance Inversion is when the cold air, clouds, and pollution get trapped in the valley by a layer of warmer air. As a result air pollutants build up. Those with asthma are particularly vulnerable to the effects of poor air quality and we see an increase in ER visits during inversions. Protect … Continue reading “Managing Asthma During Utah’s Winter Inversion”
Halloween is nearly here and you can almost feel the sugar rush. Did you know that American’s buy more than 600 million pounds of candy a year for Halloween? In the weeks before Halloween Americans will spend up to $2.4 billion on candy! To actually consume that much candy, every man, woman, and child in … Continue reading “Healthy Trick-or-Treating Ideas”
Article at a Glance Flu shots and hand washing are two of the best ways to protect your family against viral illnesses. Antibiotics only work on bacterial infections, not on viral infections like the cold or flu. If you need help determining how sick your child is, use our “Is Your Child Sick?” tool. It … Continue reading “The Ultimate Cold and Flu Survival Guide”
Article at a Glance Nosebleeds are common and rarely serious. Treat nosebleeds by sitting upright, leaning your head forward, and pinching your nose closed for ten minutes. Nosebleeds occur when your nasal membrane is irritated or cracked and dried out. Most kids are bound to get a nosebleed sooner or later, and although it might … Continue reading “How to Treat Nosebleeds”
Article at a Glance • Avoid injuries by keeping in shape throughout the year. • Don’t push yourself too hard—most injuries happen when people are tired. • Take head injuries seriously—they can be deadly. • Wear protective gear, especially if you are a beginner. Which is more likely to get you injured—skiing or snowboarding? According … Continue reading “Avoiding Injuries on the Slopes”
Article at a Glance • Most colds are not serious and only last seven to ten days. • There is no cure for the cold. Antibiotics only work on bacteria, not viruses. But there are many things you can do to relieve the symptoms. • If your child is younger than three months old, be … Continue reading “Colds: When Should You Call Your Doctor?”
Article at a Glance • Make sure you get a flu vaccine every year. • Wash your hands regularly and use a tissue when you cough or sneeze. • If you get sick, try to avoid contact with others. Getting the flu isn’t any fun, but it can also be serious. Each year, 5 to … Continue reading “Things You Can Do To Prevent the Flu”
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