The step to disease prevention is to wash your hands frequently with soap & water or use hand sanitizers if no access to a sink. Also, you can prevent the spread of germs by watching a video about the proper way to cough and sneeze online from your home. Your children will be shown this video also at school. Click on the link to watch this short funny video and learn the polite and proper way to cough and sneeze!

Next, encourage your child to stay well hydrated during the day by drinking enough fluids. Up to 60% of our body weight is made of water and brain tissue is made up of 85% water. Water is important for all major functions in our body and not drinking enough to replenish your body’s water content will lead to many problems. The first few noticeable symptoms of dehydration are: a headache, followed by fatigue and an inability to focus and think clearly, and constipation. Students are allowed to get a drink from the water fountain during their bathroom breaks. However, I encourage that you send your child to school with his/ her own water container so that they can drink when they feel thirsty while in class. Please remember to write their names on the water bottle. Click on the link to learn more about keeping everyone in your family well-hydrated.

A bump, a blow, or a jolt to the head, how serious is it? Learn more about the signs and symptoms of a concussion, when to seek medical attention, and how to get better.

Call Banner Health Poison Control Hotline 24/7:For poison emergencies or questions, call toll free:1-800-222-1222.If you are in Arizona and have an out-of-state cell phone, dial (602) 253-3334 to reach the poison center

Commonly Available Snacks Free of Peanuts, Tree Nuts and Eggs

Important safety tips from Department of Transportation like wearing a proper fitting helmet and riding with the flow of traffic to keep you and your loved ones safe when riding your bikes.