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When: Saturday, Jan. 18 • 10am to 1pm Where: Kids America Offering helpful information including: Life-saving health screenings, Home safety tips, Fitness & exercise programs, Nutrition advice, Healthy cooking demonstrations, and more!

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Keep your home safe-guarded against poisons Poison prevention is something most of us don’t think about unless we have a small child at home. But just as we need to keep the little ones safe, there are also poisoning dangers for us “big kids.” No doubt that most poison prevention is geared toward children and that’s where we will start.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, approximately 2.4 million people swallow or come into contact with a poisonous substance each year, and more than half are under the age of six. Remember the old days when a bottle of aspirin was easy to open? Thankfully, those days are gone, but vigilance is still very important.

You should keep all medication locked up out of reach of small children and away from the storage areas for food. You should keep the medication in their original containers, which should have a child-proof lid.

If you carry medication in your purse or briefcase, they need to be safeguarded as well. The key is to make sure that children can’t get to them, and if they do, they can’t get them open.

Next, you should be aware of your behavior. Don’t let children see you take medication.

Most children want to be just like Mommy or Daddy and they might think that taking medication will make them grown up. Never refer to medicine as “candy,” especially since some medicine for children is made to taste good. Children are like sponges; they are always watching and absorbing. Keep this in mind.

Medication is not the only thing that can poison children,

adults or even pets. Your household is probably full of things that are considered poisonous.

Again, common sense and vigilance are important. Like medication, hazardous household products should be locked up out of reach of children and pets. When working with these products, always make sure you read the labels and use and clean them up properly, as well as any rags or other cleaning tools which may contain the substances. Be aware of the fumes these products may emit and make sure you have proper ventilation. Finally, don’t mix products! This could create dangerous fumes or possibly an explosion.

If a poisoning does occur, immediate action is needed.

If you find a child or adult unconscious, having a seizure or convulsions, or not breathing due to contact or swallowing a poisonous substance, call 911 immediately. If a child has swallowed something but does not have any symptoms, make them spit out anything in their mouth and call your poison control center. The representative at the center will be able to instruct you further. It is a good idea to have this number posted by your telephone or programmed into your cell phone.

Keeping you and your family safe from poison is a matter of common sense and being prepared. Safeguard your home by determining what substances may cause a problem and following these simple steps. Then be prepared in case something does happen.

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COSHOCTON – Health fairs are an integral part of the Coshocton County Memorial Hospital’s overall mission for community service.

Annually, their laboratory partners with a dozen organizations throughout the county. The hospital’s health fairs range from fingerstick analysis of blood sugar to full panel testing. These programs are designed to aid your physician by providing important laboratory data on blood specimens.

Early identification and control of certain types of personal health conditions can significantly improve the health and longevity of individuals who the conditions are found. They offer a wide variety of testing to assist your physician in your health care.

Important concerns such as heart attack, strokes, liver and kidney disease, anemia and diabetes are screened for in the general health fair profile.

Please fast for a minimum of 12 hours prior to the time blood is taken. This means no food or drink except for water. Please do not smoke the morning of the test.

You will be asked at the time of registration who your doctor is.

After your blood is taken, it will be transported back to the hospital.

After analysis is complete, they will forward the result to your doctor. If you choose to receive results as well, please provide a selfaddressed stamped envelope at the time of the health fair.

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Health, Safety, and Wellness Expo offers activities for the whole family

By Beth Scott COSHOCTON – Don’t let the snow and cold weather keep you from attending the second annual Health, Safety, and Wellness Expo on Saturday, Jan. 18 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Kids America. The expo, geared toward keeping you and your family safe and healthy in 2014, will feature over 30 vendors who will provide valuable information on how their organization can help you stay healthy this year and for years to come.

This free event offers many activities for the whole family.

Browse through the various stations while the kids have some of their own fun on the indoor soccer field with activities led by the Youth Asset Leadership Team (YALT). Take a tour of Kids America’s facilities and learn about the different programs they offer to help you reach your fitness goals. If you are an older adult, ask about their Silver Sneakers program which is an exercise program specifically designed for your age group.

How are you doing with your overall general health? Are you eating the right foods, exercising regularly, taking time out of your busy day to relax and reduce stress? Is your cholesterol too high or do you have a risk of developing diabetes? Find out these and much more by taking the general health profile provided by the Coshocton County Memorial Hospital. Although the event is free of charge, there is a small fee of $35 for this health assessment. The

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test checks areas such as iron levels, sodium levels, glucose, calcium and protein levels, and much more. Other tests provided by the hospital include thyroid testing, prostate testing, diabetes testing, and colo-rectal cancer.

“People can come to the expo and get some free testing,” said Amy Stockdale, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director. “It’s not all about fitness. It’s more of the whole scope of family wellness.”

The vendors at the expo range from eye health, ear health, and fitness, to overall home safety. The Red Cross will have information on emergency preparedness for your family. “It Works” Global will be present to demonstrate how to tighten and firm your body with their wrap-around band. Beltone Hearing will be on hand with information on helping you hear your best. Representatives from a few area nursing homes will be available with answers to your questions. Dingo will be giving live demonstrations with his handler, Office Stone and the Sheriff’s department will have a booth with safety information.

There will also be a few services available with information for new moms. Are you worried about what food and products you give to your children? Mommy’s Club will be on hand to discuss the healthy, non-toxic baby products they offer for your child. Help Me Grow will also be available with information on how to raise your child to be a healthy young adult. The Coshocton Public Library will be there with books to help develop their young minds. The Red Cross will also provide booster seat checks to make sure your little one is strapped in properly.

“It’s an event truly for young children through grandparents,” said Stockdale. “We look at this as a community awareness type of event and we hope everyone takes something away from the expo.

It should be a fun learning event.”

The event is sponsored by the Coshocton County Chamber of Commerce, the Coshocton County Memorial Hospital, and the Coshocton County Safety Council. A reminder that all Safety Council members are encouraged to attend.

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If you are a breastfeeding mom and you are being treated for the flu, you should continue to breastfeed. If you are too sick to breastfeed, pump your milk and have someone else feed your child. It is always better to have someone else care for your child when you are sick, but if that’s not possible, make sure you wash your hands thoroughly before handling your child. Also, cover your cough and sneezes so as not to spread germs.

If your child starts exhibiting flu-like symptoms, call his or her pediatrician immediately. Some symptoms include trouble breathing, persistent fever for three or more days, refusing to eat, or dehydration. Make sure to tell your pediatrician exactly what is going on so that they can see your child as soon as possible. If you believe the situation is too urgent to wait for a doctor’s appointment, seek emergency medical assistance.

The best way to prevent the flu in your child is to have him or her vaccinated at the age of six months. The flu vaccine is not approved for infants less than six months of age. The most common reaction is your child will have flu-like symptoms for up to 24 hours. It is very rare, but sometimes a child may have an allergic reaction to the vaccine. These symptoms include body swelling, difficulty breathing, and wheezing.

For children less than six months old, the best prevention is to bundle them up when taking them outside, keeping them away from crowded areas, and keeping them away from those who are sick.

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Children, especially infants, are at higher risk of getting the flu because their immune system has not fully developed yet. Infants younger than six months are at an even higher risk of contracting the flu because they cannot receive the flu vaccine until they are six months old.

The best way to protect your children against the flu is to take preventative measures to ensure your child stays healthy throughout the flu season. All caregivers of infants and children should take the flu vaccine before caring for young children, especially those under six months. If you cannot take the flu vaccine due to allergies, wash your hands thoroughly and sterilize with alcohol-based hand sanitizer before coming in contact with the child.

If you have the flu, stay away from infants and children as much as possible. Even if you do not have children at home, stay away from crowded areas and stay home from work if you have flu-like symptoms so as not to pass germs to others, especially to someone who may have young children at home.

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How to deal with a sports injury

By Beth Scott COSHOCTON – When participating in sports, athletes are always at risk of an injury, but it’s important to understand the difference between a minor injury and when you should call emergency responders for help.

The most important thing to remember is when you get hurt, stop playing. Even if you believe your pain or injury is very minor and will not cause permanent harm, stop playing or you may risk further injury. Most injuries will heal in time with rest and at-home treatment such as the use of an ice pack, elevation, and over-the-counter pain medication.

“If the injury is very minor, you probably don’t need to see a doctor,” said Dr. Cesareo “Bob” Tongco, MD. “If things get worse or you suspect a fracture, you need to be seen soon.”

There are two general types of injuries: acute traumatic injuries and chronic injuries.

Acute traumatic injuries occur when an object collides with a specific part of the body, such as a baseball hitting a player in the arm or leg. Many small injuries fall under this category such as a fracture, a bruise or contusion, a strain, a sprain, an abrasion or scrape, and a laceration.

Chronic injuries occur when the same injury happens over a long period of time and goes untreated, and is usually the result of repetitive training. These can include stress fractures or tendinitis.

It is also important to understand the difference between an injury to your body and soreness. If you have soreness or stiffness in your body when exercising, it could be due to over exercising or exercising following

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Soreness or stiffness in the body will go away with time. However, if it doesn’t or it gets worse, it may be more than just sore muscles and a doctor should be notified immediately. If at any time there is swelling, limping, numbness, loss of movement in the sore area, or increased pain, notify your doctor.

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Although accidents happen, the best defense you have against sports injuries is prevention.

“One thing I emphasize is, avoid over-training,” said Dr. Tongco. “Also, don’t practice when you are sick or when you’re injured.”

Depending on the seriousness of the injury, you may be out of the game for one to two months or for just a few days.

“You need to be seen by someone who is qualified,” said Dr. Tongco as he discussed athletes going back into their exercise routine. “Go back slowly.

You’ve been off for a while and your muscles have weakened.

Start exercising slowly and at home.”

When doing any type of exercise, always wear protective gear, which can vary depending on the activity you are doing.

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Your home is your castle, the place you go to relax, feel safe and get away from the world. But there may be a silent killer lurking in your home...it’s called radon. Radon is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas that can harm or even kill you. The Surgeon General has warned that exposure to radon is the second only to smoking as the leading cause of death due to lung cancer.

So, what is radon? Radon is a gas that results from the natural breakdown and decay of uranium in soil, rock and water. It belongs to a group of gases called the noble gases. Other members of this group include neon, argon, helium and xenon.

Scientists have long been aware that exposure to radon is dangerous; however, it wasn’t until 1984 that they discovered it can accumulate in homes and buildings. The radioactive gas moves through the group to the air above. It can then enter your home through cracks in floors or walls, construction joints, areas around service pipes and through cavities inside walls. Your home then traps the gas inside and buildup occurs. Radon can also travel through water. This is of special concern for people who get their water from a well or another source of ground water.

The health risks of radon come from breathing the gas. As it decays into radioactive particles, you inhale them and they get trapped in your lungs. As the particles break down further, they release small bursts of energy which can damage lung tissue. The risk of developing lung cancer is increased with long-term exposure. It is also important to note that the time from exposure to developing the disease may be years. Scientists do not agree on the number of deaths due to radon, but all major health organizations agree that radon causes thousands of deaths each year.

Testing can be done with radon testing kits available through the mail or at hardware or retail stores. Simply follow the instructions on the kit. If you prefer to have a professional test your home, contact your state radon office. They should be able to provide you with a list of qualified testers. You can also find information on testing at the Environmental Protection Agency’s Web site, www.epa. gov.

If you do find radon in your home, the problem must be fixed to ensure your safety. There are several ways to reduce the levels of radon, but the one used most is ventilation. This method does not require major changes to your home and may be even more effective if foundation cracks and other openings are filled. The best way to remedy the problem depends on the design of your home and the opinion of a professional.

Radon can invade any home in any part of the country. Every home should be tested, and just because one home is safe doesn’t mean the home next to it doesn’t have a problem. Take the time to do a radon test, and if needed, remedy the problem. You and your family are worth it.

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Tests offered at the Expo The following is a list of all the tests that will be offered by the Coshocton County Memorial Hospital at the upcoming Health, Safety, and Wellness Expo. These tests screen for health concerns such as; Diabetes, Gout, Kidney Diseases, Fluid Imbalances, Bone Disease, Liver Disease, Coronary Risk, Anemia & Other Blood Disorders, Thyroid Disease, and Prostate Disease.

General Health Fair Profile Glucose Uric Acid Blood Urea Nitrogen Creatinine BUN/Creat Ratio Calcium Protein Albumin Globulin A/G Ratio Sodium Potassium Chloride CO2 Anion Gap Alk Phos Total Bilirubin LDH

AST ALT GGT Iron Cholesterol Triglycerides HDL Cholesterol LDL/VLDL Cholesterol Chol/HDL Ratio LDL/HDL Ratio White Cell Count Red Cell Count Hemoglobin Hematocrit Indices Platelet Count Auto Differential

Thyroid Testing T3 Intake Total T4 FTI TSH

Prostate Testing Total PSA

Diabetes Testing

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Laboratory - General health profile for $35 - Profile includes a variety of tests including glucose, uric acid, cholesterol and triglycerides. For accurate results, we ask that you fast for a minimum of 12 hours prior to the time the blood is drawn. This means no food or drink except water. Please also refrain from tobacco use the morning of the health fair.

Radiology - Ankle-brachial Index (ABI) testing for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD); free

Respiratory - Pulse oximetry testing; free

Dietary and nutrition - Healthy food preparation with samples and recipes

Speech therapy - Information for early intervention, preschool, school age, adults and geriatrics. Will demonstrate iPad communication system; Vital Stim therapy for swallowing; and language and articulation materials used for children.

Occupational therapy - Arthritis and joint protection information and adaptive equipment demonstrations