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September 19, 2014 edition
The Pulse
Your regular check up on SCKMC activities Share your thoughts, story ideas, and comments by e-mail to claytonp@sckrmc.org.
Avoiding Youth Sports Injuries www.CDC.gov - Taking part in sports and recreation activities is an important part of a healthy, physically active lifestyle for kids. But injuries can, and do, occur. More than 2.6 million children 0-19 years old are treated in the emergency department each year for sports and recreation-related injuries. Thankfully, there are steps that parents can take to help make sure kids stay safe on the field, the court, or wherever they play or participate in sports and recreation activities. •Gear up. When children are active in sports and recreation, make sure they use the right protective gear for their activity, such as helmets, wrist guards, knee or elbow pads. •Use the right stuff. Be sure that sports protective equipment is in good condition and worn correctly all the time—for example, avoid missing or broken buckles or compressed or worn padding. Poorly fitting equipment may be uncomfortable and may not offer the best protection. •Practice makes perfect. Have children learn and practice skills they need in their activity. For example, knowing how to tackle safely is important in preventing injuries in football and soccer. Have children practice proper form – this can prevent injuries during baseball, softball, and many other activities. Pay attention to temperature. Allow time for child athletes to gradually adjust to hot or humid environments to prevent heatrelated injuries or illness. Parents and coaches should pay close attention to make sure that players are hydrated and appropriately dressed. •Be a good model. Communicate positive safety messages and serve as a model of safe behavior, including wearing a helmet and following the rules.
The Pharm Forum with Homer Mah, D.Ph. The FDA has recently approved a new weight management drug called Contrave. This drug combines two FDA approved drugs naltrexone and bupropion. Naltrexone is used to treat opoid overdose and bupropion is used to treat depression. Common adverse effects include nausea, constipation, headache, vomiting, insomnia, dry mouth, and diarrhea. Contrave is approved for adults with a BMI greater than 30 or BMI greater than 27 with at least one weight related condition. BMI or body mass index measures body fat based on height and weight. If used in conjunction an healthy lifestyle, this can be a treatment option for weight loss.
Small Investment. Big Benefits A closer look at the SCKMC sales tax initiative – Part 3 Over the next several editions we will be answering some of the most common questions related to a ten-year, one-half cent sales tax for SCKMC. The tax will be voted on by the citizens of Arkansas City during the November 4th general election. Q. I’ve never had to use a hospital, why should I support this sales tax?
A. Regardless of your health status SCKMC assists in creating a positive effect for everyone within our community. The sales tax would allow SCKMC to use funds currently tied to the hospital's general operations for the recruitment and establishment of more primary care physicians and for development of alternatives to non-emergent ER care that would benefit the entire community. As the hospital grows and additional business develop, long-term, good paying jobs will be created within our community. Those businesses and their jobs help support our local economy, expand our area tax base, increase our chances for outside industrial recruitment, and improve the quality of life for everyone within the community. If you would like more information about SCKMC's sales tax initiative visit us online at www.sckmc.org, e-mail us at salestax@sckrmc.org, or call us at (620) 441-5920. A special public meeting will be held on September 25 at 11:30 a.m. in the Arkansas City Senior Center, 320 S. A Street.
SCKMC Begins “Century Club” A group of local leaders have come together to publicly support a ten year, one-half cent sales tax initiative for SCKMC that will be on the November ballot. The group is called the “Century Club,” and is made up of the first one-hundred individuals that were willing to put their beliefs in writing that further development of the local medical practices as well as the services at SCKMC will benefit the community. SCKMC will partner with the Century Club to continue to raise awareness and gather support prior to the election. If you would like more information about the Century Club, including how you can participate, e-mail us at salestax@sckrmc.org, or call us at (620) 441-5920.
Small Investment. Vote Yes to support a ten-year, one-half cent sales tax initiative for your community hospital.
Big Benefits. SCKMC is asking the citizens of Arkansas City to vote during the November election for a ten-year, onehalf cent sales tax. Funds raised by the sales tax would support recruitment and establishment of fulltime, local physicians, and expand services of current providers. In addition, the funds would be used for development of alternatives to non-emergent ER care that would benefit the entire community.
Find out more about the sales tax initiative at www.sckmc.org