Spring Forward Safely

After being on hiatus due to COVID-19, many recreations came to a halt. Now that we are beginning to implement these activities again, adjusting ourselves 和 our children back to this lifestyle can be difficult. 'Springing forward' presents plenty of opportunities to venture outdoors 和 reacquaint ourselves with some of our favorite pastimes. However, if the proper precautions are not taken, preventable illnesses 和 even injuries can happen.

Just a little planning 和 forethought can make this spring a season to remember – for all the right reasons! Get started with these resources prepared by the health experts of North Oaks Health System.

Protect Your Noggin!

If you’re planning to take to the streets, sidewalks 和 trails on bikes or skateboards, 戴安全帽. Not just any helmet will do. Type, size 和 the age of the helmet are important considerations. Make time to check that your helmet is properly fitted to ensure overall effectiveness. For more information about helmet safety, the CDC shares tips 在这里.

喝完!

In many cases, just being outdoors in warmer, sunnier weather requires a few extra precautions. Yardwork, sports 和 exercise in warmer weather always makes proper hydration a top concern. Symptoms of heatstroke 和 dehydration can often appear suddenly 和 without warning. Use North Oaks Sports Medicine’s h和y 指南 to find out if you are drinking enough water.

保持阴凉!

防晒霜 和 太阳镜 also are essential during lengthy exposures to heat 和 sunlight. From causing cancer to cataracts, the sun’s harmful Ultraviolet (UV) rays are dangerous to the body, 和 Dr. 艾迪史密斯 of North Oaks Eye Care Clinic 和 Dr. 弗兰克Henchy of North Oaks Dermatology Associates suggest taking precautions to protect your skin 和 eyes from their effects.

游泳聪明!

Along with longer, warmer 和 sunnier days comes a natural inclination to head for the water. Here in southeast Louisiana, our nearly unlimited access to water is matched only perhaps by the potential for danger when safety is not considered. When in or around any body of water, proper flotation devices are a must – regardless of swimming ability. Just like natural bodies of water, pools can be endless sources of fun, as well as potential danger. 听听这个 播客 by Dr. 法尔西迪基 of North Oaks Primary Care in 哈蒙德 to learn how to “pool safely.”