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Newer parents may feel helpless when they've got a teething, cranky baby on their hands. Check out these helpful tips to ease teething pain:
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_130069.html- If you have acne, in addition to any procedures or drug treatment prescribed by your doctor, caring for your skin is very important. Check out these great tips on maintaining healthy skin.
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- Avoiding the flu isn’t the only reason why you should teach your children to wash their hands often. Help your children avoid pinkeye with these tips.
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October is Healthy Lung Month. Are you ready to quit smoking? Use this guide to start!
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Today is World Hospice and Palliative Care Day. The aim of WHPCD is to increase the availability and awareness of hospice and palliative care by creating opportunities to speak out about the issues.
Click below to read other caregivers stories:- This month is Auto Battery Safety Month! Make sure your loved ones take these safety precautions before working on a vehicle!
http://www.preventblindness.org/sites/ default/files/national/ documents/fact_sheets/ MK29_AutoBatFacts.pdf - Do you have a young all-star athlete? Make sure they’re taking the necessary steps to prevent athlete’s foot!
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/ fullstory_129416.html - Poor indoor air quality can worsen the symptoms of allergies and asthma! Help your loved ones by improving indoor air quality with these tips!
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/ fullstory_129507.html - Certain diseases, medications, and surgical procedures may weaken the immune system and increase your risk of getting fungal infection, which can lead to fungal meningitis. Premature babies with very low birth weights are also at increased risk for getting Candida blood stream infection, which may spread to the brain.
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Shingles is an often overlooked disease that affects an estimated 1 million people in the United States each year. It’s most common in seniors, and can be very painful. If untreated, it can even cause loss of vision! Learn how to protect your loved ones from shingles:
http://www.cdc.gov/shingles/about/overview.html- This week is National Fire Prevention Week! About 18,300 people are injured in fires each year. How can your family best prevent a fire?
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/media/ qr_manhome.pdf - Family members and friends can play a key role in helping someone quit the habit! Here are some tips:
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/QuitSmoking/ QuittingResources/ Tips-for-Friends-and-Family-of- Quitters_UCM_307889_Article.js p - Teen drivers are four times likelier to crash than older drivers. Steer your teen in the right direction!
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Learn the ABCs of heart attack prevention! Share these helpful tips with your loved ones!
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Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of death among children in the United States. Here are some guidelines for caregivers on how to help your child buckle up safely.
http://www.cdc.gov/MotorVehicleSafety/Child_Passenger_Safety/CPS-Factsheet.html#guidelines- October is National Dental Hygiene Month! Help your loved ones maintain oral health and prevent tooth decay!
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Take care of yourself too!
People who constantly care for others with emotional and physical problems often become stressed themselves.
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Many home aides who care for the elderly in the United States have no training and don't undergo stringent background checks.
Make sure your loved ones are safe and not left vulnerable!
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Cook up a healthy habit for your family and friends! How to cut down on fat, salt, and sugar.
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