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It's really important to have things in your medicine cabinet, so you can have them at a moments notice and not have to run to the store. The things that I keep for my kids are bandages in different sizes some that are water proof, some that aren't, sometimes having a character on them can help with the bubu. 

I like having some antibiotics ointment available something to clean a wound with whether it is hydrogen peroxide or even just some antibacterial wash. As far as medications go, I really don't like having many medications for kids younger than five, other than acidic medicine and ivy profane, those help with pain, and they also help with fever. 

I'm really careful about cold and cough medications in those kids, because they're just not safe, but as kids get older it's nice to have something to calm down their cough, it's always nice to have something that will help them if they get a headache or growing pains or if they sprain an ankle. 

So sometimes medications can really be a good idea. 
  

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While hoverboards were one of 2015&rsquo;s most sought-after gifts, consumer safety experts are warning parents that the two-wheeled, motorized skateboards have actually sent dozens (and counting) to <a href="https://www.sharecare.com/health/critical-care/how-tell-need-emergency-room">emergency rooms</a> across the country. Some of these injuries include <a href="https://www.sharecare.com/health/head-injury/slideshow/recognizing-concussion-symptoms-in-your-child">concussions</a>, fractures and even internal organ damage.

Many people have taken to social media to post images and videos of their hoverboard accidents. Professional boxer Mike Tyson posted a short clip of himself falling flat on his back on Instagram, and later shared with TMZ Sports that his doctor actually ordered him to say in bed for a week.&nbsp; 
 
Many of the patients showing up at the ER are people trying out hoverboards for the first time, says David Feldman, MD, medical director at <a href="https://www.sharecare.com/group/good-samaritan-hospital" style="line-height: 1.6em;">Good Samaritan Hospital&rsquo;s</a> Department of Emergency. He adds, &ldquo;I saw a patient who was trying out a hoverboard at the store. She wasn&rsquo;t wearing a helmet, and the hoverboard actually went out from under her, causing her to fall from a little bit above standing height with a lot of force. She fractured her wrist and hit the back of her head, causing a skull fracture.&rdquo; 
 
Some hoverboard falls could even cause long-term damage, adds Dr. Feldman. &ldquo;If you fell and broke your hip, you could have permanent, decreased mobility,&rdquo; he adds. And, head injuries could cause life-threatening intracranial bleeding. 
 
Riding a hoverboard is definitely an acquired skill, because you have to teach yourself a new way to balance. And while you won&rsquo;t necessarily be able to prevent falling, you can soften the blow. Stay safe on your hoverboard by wearing the right protective gear, including a helmet, wrist guards and knee and elbow pads. And you&rsquo;ll want to steer clear of busy streets by riding the board in large, open areas, Feldman adds. 
 
Unfortunately, falls aren&rsquo;t the only thing experts are worried about. Fire marshals across the country have warned against hoverboards, saying the toys could suddenly catch fire and/or explode. The threat of fire has also prompted some online retailers to remove the toy from their sites, and officials have prohibited hoverboards from airplanes and some city sidewalks. The <a href="http://www.cpsc.gov/en/About-CPSC/Chairman/Kaye-Biography/Chairman-Kayes-Statements/Statements/Statement-from-the-US-CPSC-Chairman-Elliot-F-Kaye-on-the-safety-of-hoverboards/" style="line-height: 1.6em;" target="_blank">United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)</a> stresses that there are no safety standards yet for hoverboards. While the CPSC is still investigating the risk of hoverboard fires, these tips may help lessen the chance of an accident:

<ul>
	<li>Charge a hoverboard only when you&rsquo;re able to keep an eye on it.</li>
	<li>Avoid charging the toy immediately after using it. &ldquo;Let the device cool for an hour or so,&rdquo; advises CPSC.</li>
	<li>Keep and charge the hoverboard in an open, dry area, away from anything flammable.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

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At CMI, we see a lot of traumatic deaths, parental death in particular. We see isolated accidents, we child abuse and prior to that I've seen a lot of combat deployment related trauma and we're actually developing some programming to work with children of military families as well. 

  

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Hi, I'm Dr. Wright, bike riding is a great form of exercise whether it is a peaceful solitary ride or a family activity, but it's important to get the right size bike for yourself. Here are a few things to keep in mind when choosing a bicycle. For a road bike keep your frame size 2.5 cm from the crotch to the top tube for an off road bike keep it 7 to 15 cm, seat height should allow approximately 33 degrees of knee bend at the lowest point a too low seat forces the knee to bend more and may cause knee pain, the forward tip of the saddle to the center of the handle bars should equal the distance from the tip of your elbow to your long finger, although a longer crank link give you a chemical advantage, it also forces your hips and knees through a larger range of motion and increases your risk of injury, so get the right size bike and get out for a ride and don't forget your helmet. 

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A &ldquo;heat dome&rdquo; has descended upon Western and Central Europe, fueling record-breaking temperatures as high as 106&deg; Fahrenheit. The extreme weather event, which occurs when the atmosphere traps sweltering air like a lid, has claimed more than 1,000 lives. In the United States, more than 110 million people are also under heat alerts in 28 states. As of July 21, cities across the country&mdash;from California to New England&mdash;are grappling with scorching temperatures well above 90&deg; Fahrenheit.

Though still unusual, heat waves have become increasingly common and extreme in recent decades. In the U.S. alone, there were 3,066 heat-related deaths between 2018 and 2020. The worrisome trend is expected to continue as the global climate shifts.

What is happening 
The burning of fossil fuels, such as coal and gas, releases carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere where it accumulates. Like a blanket, this CO2 traps heat, warming the Earth and its oceans, which is disrupting the delicate balance of connected ecosystems.

As the planet warms, weather patterns are changing. Warmer air and melting Arctic ice weakens the polar jet stream&mdash;the strong band of winds that forms at the point where balmy air from lower latitudes meets the frosty air of the Arctic. Weaker winds cause the jet stream to lose strength and become wobbly, allowing the cold air normally trapped in the Arctic to descend into North America. In recent years, this has resulted in bizarre spring-like weather in the Arctic and freezing temperatures in Europe, adding to mounting concerns about the effects of human-induced climate change.

The temperature of the world&rsquo;s oceans and the Earth&rsquo;s atmosphere affects wind and precipitation as well as the circulation of heat. Global warming is influencing the severity, duration, and frequency of heat waves.

How extreme heat harms 
How does this affect the health of people? Extreme heat events can be dangerous&mdash;even deadly. &nbsp;

Heat waves can <a href="https://www.sharecare.com/first-aid-safety/headache-clammy-skin-signs-overheating" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline">lead to heat-related illnesses</a>, such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion&mdash;and in the most extreme cases, heat stroke. Heat stroke occurs when the body is no longer able to regulate its temperature, causing it to rise quickly. Since the body can&rsquo;t cool down effectively, heat stroke, without immediate medical attention, can cause death.

Extreme heat can also exacerbate existing chronic health issues, such as diabetes. It&rsquo;s also linked to heart or respiratory conditions since high temperatures are often associated with higher levels of dangerous air pollutants.

While people can adapt to gradual changes in their environment, they are much more vulnerable to dramatic and unexpected temperature swings.

Extreme heat can affect people&rsquo;s ability to think and work productively. More than one billion workers around the world are exposed to extreme heat events, according to an August 2021 review published in The Lancet. Of these people, one-third experience negative health effects as a result, the researchers cautioned.

Certain groups are more vulnerable 
People who have more trouble regulating their body temperature are more vulnerable to extreme weather events, such as heat waves. Among those at greater risk: babies and young children, those who are pregnant, and older people.

People who work outdoors and athletes are also more likely to experience the negative health effects of extreme heat waves.

Underserved low-income communities where people lack air conditioning, access to cool public facilities or pools and other resources that could mitigate the health risks of heat waves are also at higher risk for heat-related illnesses. Those living in crowded cities are also more vulnerable to intense heat. Concrete and other human-made surfaces absorb more sunlight during the day and radiate this heat in the evening. The air quality where people live and their mental health also play a role in how susceptible they are to extreme heat events, according to the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences.

Since 1999, people older than 65 and non-Hispanic Blacks have had a higher-than-average risk of death from heat-related heart disease than the general U.S. population, the Environmental Protection Agency reports.

What can be done 
Climate change is coinciding with growth of the aging population. As extreme weather events happen with greater intensity and frequency, this group at high risk for health-related consequences is expanding, The Lancet review points out, noting that without strategies in place to protect against a hotter future, heat-related illness and deaths will increase.

More research is needed to better understand how climate change is affecting human health, the researchers advised. They added that early warning systems, which enable people to anticipate and prepare for extreme weather events can help protect community health.

Investment in green spaces and new technologies, such as cool roofs (which are designed to reflect more sunlight), can help cities withstand extreme heat. &nbsp;Other measures which can help:

<ul>
	<li>Greater access to air conditioning or cooling centers</li>
	<li>Strategic landscape design, such as planting trees or creating urban forests to offer more shade and lower temperatures in public spaces</li>
	<li>Heat alerts that prompt people to hydrate and avoid strenuous outdoor activity during peak sun hours</li>
	<li>Access to public drinking fountains, swimming pools, and spray pads</li>
	<li>Updated building codes to increase energy efficiency</li>
	<li>Investment in green energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels</li>
</ul>

Extreme Heat Wave Blankets U.S. and Europe 

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