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Hay Fever Symptoms and Treatment April 7, 2023

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Hay fever is caused by common allergens like mold, pollens, pet dander, or dust mites.
The symptoms of hay fever are often confused with cold symptoms, but hay fever is an allergic reaction and isn't caused by a virus.
Seasonal allergies not only make you feel miserable, but they can also interfere with sleep, worsen asthma symptoms, or cause sinusitis or ear infections.

Posted in Medical Conditions, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged allergic, allergic reaction, allergies, hay fever, seasonal allergies, summer

Swimmer’s Itch July 20, 2022

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Swimmer’s itch is an allergic reaction from parasites that may cause irritated skin.
Several Utah waterways have had positive cases of swimmer’s itch.
Be cautious of lakes and ponds that have snails and waterfowl.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged allergies, lakes, outdoor activities, parenting, parenting tips, safety, summer, swim, swimming

Firework Safety Quiz June 24, 2022

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Always have a bucket of water and hose nearby.
Children should never be allowed to light or handle fireworks.
Sparklers cause more injuries than any other type of firework.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged fireworks, safety, summer

Eight Ways to Get Your Kids (and Yourself) Into Biking May 10, 2022

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Biking is a great fitness activity for all ages, and Utah has a rich cycling community.
Family bike riding is not only possible the whole family, but an excellent way to bond and foster a love of fitness.
Teach children the rules of the road for safe cycling.

Posted in Child Safety, Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles | Tagged bike safety, bikes, biking, cycling, safety, summer, utah activities

Sun Safety Tips for Children May 4, 2022

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Children six months and younger should avoid sun exposure to prevent sunburn.
Covering up is the best line of defense against exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
High intensity activities lasting more than 15 minutes should be reduced when heat and humidity reach critical levels.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged parenting, summer, sun safety

Preventing Dehydration in Children July 1, 2021

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Children are at the highest risk for dehydration when they are sick or when it is hot outside.
It is easier and healthier to keep your body hydrated than having to play catch up later.
If your child is showing signs of dehydration you need to rehydrate your child right away.

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged dehydration, flu, heat, hydrate, hydration, sports, summer

Summer Safety Tips May 28, 2021

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The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the deadliest for children and adolescents.
In the U.S., motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of injury-related death for ages 5 to 24.
Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 1 to 4, and ranks third for children 19 and under.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged boating, heat, lake safety, memorial day, playgrounds, safety, sports, summer, summer fun, swimming, utah, vehicle safety, water safety

Why do good parents leave their children in hot cars? May 3, 2021

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Leaving your baby in the car on a hot day for even a few minutes is enough to cause heatstroke.
Parents are more likely to forget their children when their habit memory system suppresses their prospective memory system.
Don't assume you are immune to mistakes, set in place a reminder for when your child is in the car with you.

Posted in Child Safety, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged car seat safety, car seats, carseat, hot cars, parenting, safety, summer, summertime

Do We Have to Worry About Ticks in Utah? August 19, 2019

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Due to climate change, confirmed cases of Lyme disease have increased here in Utah.
Guarding against ticks when spending time in the outdoors prevents illnesses that can occur with even a single bite.
If you find your child has a tick, take care in removing it and treating the area.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged family vacations, outdoors, summer, summer break

How can I protect my family from Zika virus? June 30, 2017

Mosquito season in Utah runs from mid-spring through early autumn.
Zika is primarily spread through the bite of infected mosquitoes, though the virus can also be spread through sexual contact.
Traditional mosquito bite avoidance methods are the most effective for preventing the spread of Zika.

Posted in Health Alerts, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged parenting, pregnancy, summer, zika

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