The News Review:
- CHILDHOOD OBESITY AND THE SCHOOLS: Health can start in classroom
- Better Child Development Linked To Extra Cash From Government Program
- Planning for Health Emergencies Eases Stress of Family Travel
- Katona worries about her baby’s health
- Education, health key to women’s development: Shailaja
- Health Calendar
- Muskogee County Health Department schedule, 03.10-14
CHILDHOOD OBESITY AND THE SCHOOLS: Health can start in classroom
Atlanta Journal Constitution (subscripti… – Mar 9, 2008
And it just so happens that those same kids who are healthier also show greater academic achievement, another area in which Georgia lags. In 2006, a fitness assessment performed through the Georgia Health Policy Center showed that most of Georgia’s fifth- and seventh-graders are clinically unfit, unable to attain healthy performance on a test of their cardiopulmonary systems and failing at least two out of four tests of muscle strength, flexibility and endurance. Obesity in children is a nationwide problem that’s reached a critical point, with severe consequences on child health that have a negative domino effect on society. Obesity is correlated with asthma, diabetes and depression. These are common health conditions that cause multiple school absences. The more school kids miss, the worse their academic performance. The more sick days they endure, the less time parents can spend on the job.
Better Child Development Linked To Extra Cash From Government Program
Medical News Today – Medical News Today (press release) – Mar 9, 2008
—————————-Article adapted by Medical News Today from original press release. —————————-Paul Gertler, UC Berkeley professor of economics and of health services finance, also co-authored the study. The National Institutes of Child Health and Human Development, the Fogarty International Center at the National Institutes of Health, University of California Institute for Mexico and the United States, and the Mexican government helped support this study. Source: Sarah Yang.
Planning for Health Emergencies Eases Stress of Family Travel
Forbes – Mar 9, 2008
Park also noted that traveling throws off normal routines, whichcan cause children to become grumpy and difficult. "One of the biggest concerns of parents when they aretraveling with children is not so much about health but aboutbehavior. Parents need to relax as much as possible and plan ahead. Anticipate that children may be a little off while traveling, so bepatient with routines," Park said. More informationThe Nemours Foundation has more about… Think about potential issues related to your mode oftransportation. For example, air travel can cause ear pain. Feedinga small child during take-off and landing to generate asuck-and-swallow motion can help ease ear pain, while olderchildren can get relief by chewing gum or blowing bubbles. If achild is prone to motion sickness, don't sit in the middle ofthe plane over the wings. If you're traveling by car, you can help prevent motionsickness by discouraging your children from reading in the car orlooking down. If they start to feel ill, they should focus theireyes on a point in front of them, Park said. When booking accommodations, parents should research thelocation of the closest urgent care center, night-time care centerand emergency room.
Katona worries about her baby’s health
Digital Spy – Mar 9, 2008
Friends have claimed that Katona is feeling “stressed” and “distraught” following a series of tabloid reports about her personal life. She is said to have feared that her emotional state could affect her baby’s wellbeing. Last weekend, the News of the World… Fortunately, Kerry was assured by doctors that her baby is fit and well. “Why can’t everyone leave Kerry alone and stop making up stories about her? She’s seven months pregnant and these stories are bound to cause her stress,” a friend told the Daily Star Sunday. “Poor Kerry was worried about the effect on her baby. “Katona said: “I have medical evidence to prove without a shadow of a doubt that I am not taking drugs and have not taken drugs for a long time. To suggest I would put my unborn baby’s life at risk is disgusting.
Education, health key to women’s development: Shailaja
Hindu – Mar 9, 2008
Addressing a meeting jointly organised by the Department of Women and Child Welfare Agency and the Forum for Child Rights to mark the International Women’s Day, Ms. Ramaiyer lamented the dismal scenario as far as education and health of the women in the State were concerned. She said from developmental perspective, women in Andhra Pradesh lagged far behind their counterparts in other States. Pointing to the alarmingly high neo-natal and infant mortality rate, she said for every 1,000 children born, 56 were dying… Project Director of National Child Labour Programme K. Siva Sankar presided over the meeting. e Project Director of the Women and Child Welfare Department M. Nirmala, Zilla Parishad Vice-Chairperson T. Padmavathi, Chairman of the Child Welfare Committee of Krishna district Thomas Koshy, senior advocate Karnati Ramamohan and secretary of the Legal Cell Authority of Krishna district Srikanthachari spoke.
Health Calendar
Washington Post – Mar 9, 2008
CRISISLINK, suicide and crisis prevention, intervention and response. Organization provides community education and training in mental-health issues, has a certified volunteer crisis response team and offers CareRing, a free daily telephone outreach program for elderly and disabled people. Help is needed for the suicide and crisis hotline. Call for training schedule… Pregnancy, ParentingBABY CARE ESSENTIALS,7-9 p. Thursday, Fauquier Hospital Family Birthing Center, 500 Hospital Dr. New parents learn about diapering, bathing, cord care, circumcision care, feeding methods and infant safety. Presentation by Michael Amster, pediatrician.
Muskogee County Health Department schedule, 03.10-14
Muskogee Daily Phoenix – Mar 9, 2008
Monday through Friday. No appointment needed for immunizations, family planning supplies, tuberculosis, sexually transmitted disease, head lice checks and pregnancy testing. Appointments are necessary for family planning check-ups, WIC, guidance, child health, chronic disease and TakeCharge. Tuesday, Evening clinic, walk-in until 6 p. for immunization, STD, head lice checks, family planning supplies, pregnancy testing; appointment needed for family planning annual exam.
