Health Tip: When Your Diabetic Child Takes a Trip
Having diabetes shouldn't cause your child to miss out on the fun of sleepovers and school field trips.
Prepare your diabetic child for time away from home with these recommendations from the American Diabetes Association:
* Pack a bag with everything your child will need, including insulin, syringes, a meter, test strips and a log book. Pack extras of everything.
* If traveling for several hours, pack several snacks, juices and glucose tablets.
* If your child will be changing time zones, talk to your doctor about how to adjust the insulin schedule accordingly.
* Make sure your child wears a medical ID bracelet that notes diabetes.
* Make sure your child checks glucose levels more frequently away from home.
* Make sure that any adults accompanying your child understand diabetes and how to manage it.
Health Tip: Hair Treatments During Pregnancy
Women should be cautious about exposure to any chemicals during pregnancy, even to hair dyes and treatments.
Here are guidelines for pregnant women about the use of these products, courtesy of the American Pregnancy Association:
* Try to avoid treatments that straighten, bleach, perm or color hair until the second trimester.
* Make sure that any treatment is applied in a well-ventilated area.
* Don't leave hair chemicals in longer than necessary.
* Make sure your hair and scalp are thoroughly rinsed with water after the treatment.
* Always wear gloves when applying these chemicals yourself, and always follow manufacturer directions carefully.
* Try testing on a small patch of hair first, to monitor for any allergic reaction.
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