Outdoor Health and Safety Reminders
Spring has sprung! We are looking forward to the warm sunshine and being able to spend more time outdoors, including hikes in the woods. Here are a few tips to keep your child healthy while enjoying outdoor time and school and home!
Staying Hydrated
Drinking enough fluids is very important during the warm weather as the body works harder to regulate temperature. Please encourage your child to have a full glass of a beverage, water preferred, with breakfast and remember to always send their water bottle to school with them.
Seasonal Allergies
The early emergence of pollen and molds that trigger seasonal allergies might start affecting your child. If your child suffers from allergy symptoms, please contact your doctor for advice on eye drops, nasal sprays, topical ointment, or an appropriate non-drowsy allergy medication that can be taken before school to provide all-day relief from symptoms.
Sunblock and Insect Repellent
Please apply sunblock and insect repellent before the beginning of the school day. If you want it to be applied mid-day, please fill out a Medication Administration Record (MAR) form and send in a bottle of each labeled with your child’s name. For children in kindergarten or older, if they can independently apply the lotion, please write “self-administration” on the Emergency or As Needed MAR form.
Ticks
Ticks have already been seen in our area, including deer ticks. They can be found in the woods, but also in small bushes, grass and on pets. The risk for Lyme Disease is very low if a tick has been attached for fewer than 24 hours. It is good practice to check children and pets for ticks daily, when they come in from outdoors, and to remove them as soon as possible. Please visit visit the CDC website for steps on removing a tick safely. This fact sheet is also available from the CDC.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Nurse Dana or your physician!
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