Imperial Valley Child Asthma Program

IS YOUR CHILD READY FOR THE COLD AND ASTHMA SEASON? in october there is a significant spike in the number of children requiring ER visits and or Hospitalizations as a results of asthma attacks. Prevention and control of asthma are very importnat. You need to prepare your child before the cold season when there is an increase in exposure to cold virus. If your child shows symptoms of asthma when he or she gets a cold, talk to their doctor about which medication might be appropriate for preventing asthma attacks that may be trigger by common cold viruses. Also insure that your child has his or her rescue medication on hand at all times. Being prepared mean you'll feel a lot better about cold seasson too!

"Come Join Us to Celebrate World Breastfeeding Week 2016 ! Breastfeeding Community Resource Fair Wednesday, August 3, 2016... 10 am - 12pm El Centro Regional Medical Center (North Lobby) Discover local breastfeeding support and family health resources. This event is open to the public. For more information call (760) 370-8526 or email us at [email protected] " -ECRMC https://www.facebook.com/events/1645206412464073/?active_tab=posts

Come and join us at the Heber Community Center on July 26th, 2016 from 4pm to 6pm. Let's follow the 7 Principles to a Healthier Home by keeping it (1)dry, (2)clean, (3)ventilated, (4)pest-free, (5)safe, (6)contaminant-free, and (7)maintained! For more information please contact Karina at (760)336-2785 or e-mail [email protected]

Fourth Week: "Ready, Set, GO!" Keep it Maintained Poorly-maintained homes increase the risk for deteriorated lead-based paint in older housing which is the primary cause of lead poisoning in children less than 6 years of age. Lead may cause learning disabilities, impaired hearing, anemia, kidney damage, damage to central nervous system, coma, convulsions, and even death. Keep it Temperature Controlled Houses that do not maintain adequate temperatures may place the safety... of residents at increased risk from exposure to extreme cold or heat. A maintenance plan will keep a home safe and healthy and ready for extreme temperatures. Image from: http://www.kingrealtyassociates.com/5-spring-home-maintenan

Third Week: "Door to DOOR!" Keep it Clean Clean homes help reduce pest infestations and exposure to contaminants. Keeping a house clean reduces the contact with dust mites, mold, mice, rats, cockroaches, and more. It reduces the use of pesticides and also heavy metals such as lead. Keep it Safe The most common causes of home injury deaths are falls, poisoning, fires and burns, choking and suffocation, drowning, and guns. The most vulnerable age groups are infants and eld...erly. A majority of injuries among children occur in the home. Falls are the most frequent cause of residential injuries to children, followed by injuries from objects in the home, burns, and poisonings. **Some cleaning habits and protection measures are important for the entire home. For more information please call (760)336-2785 or feel free to message us through Facebook inbox.

Second Week: "Sherlock HOMES!" Keep it Dry Mold and Moisture increase allergens and asthma triggers and can cause deterioration of your home. Keep it Pest Free Many pest treatments that pose risks for families with health problems or expose young children and pets to poisonous residue. Non-pesticide treatments are best for a first line of defense... **Be a detective to find water leaks and entryways for pests around the house. For more information please call (760)336-2785 or feel free to message us through Facebook inbox.

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First Week: Change is in the Air! Keep it Ventilated Studies show that increasing the fresh air supply in a home improves respiratory health. Air filters in HV AC units collect and protect families from many particulates found in the air. Keeping it Ventilated means that the house has openings for pollution to escape from inside. If any portion of air leaves a house, the same amount must enter. Air can be hot, cold, wet, dry, or polluted when it enters or exits a house. ... Keep it Contaminant Free Chemical exposures include lead, radon, pesticides, and environmental tobacco smoke. Exposures to radon gas, carbon monoxide, and second-hand tobacco smoke are far higher indoors than outside. To keep a house Contaminant Free it is necessary not to smoke in the house and never smoke around children. It is also important to avoid using products that have high levels of volatile organic compounds. Reducing the hazards in the air you breathe can have positive impacts on your health.

The month of June is designed to encourage the community to learn about the Principles of a Healthy Home and empower families to create the healthiest home possible for their family. This month is also focused on increasing the awareness of the importance of having a Healthy Home. For more information please call (760)336-2785 or feel free to message us through Facebook inbox.

The Valley Photo taken by Spencer Lowell Taken from: http://www.bloomberg.com//2015-imperial-valley-water-baro/