Student Health Services at LBCC

2015 Spring into Health Event!!

SPRING IN TO HEALTH Wednesday, April 22 from 11-2 A Building Courtyard Join us for health screenings, free consults, study tips, yoga demo, contests, freebies and more!!!

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The Happiness Advantage https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXy__kBVq1M

Stay Healthy This Winter: Watch Out for Measles There are a lot of bugs in the air this season, including measles. Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease that spreads through the air through coughing and sneezing. If you breathe the contaminated air or touch an infected surface and then touch your eyes, noses, or mouths, you can become infected if you haven’t developed immunity against the disease. Measles can start with the following symptomsa fever, runny n...ose, coughing, red eyes, and a sore throatand is then followed by a rash that spreads all over the body 3-5 days after the symptoms begin. Two to three days after the symptoms begin, tiny white spots may also appear inside the mouth. Some people can develop complications, and these complications can be serious for pregnant woman. If you suspect that you may have measles, first call your health care provider ahead of timethis will help stop the spreading of measles to other people who might be sitting in the waiting room where you will go. After you call, then follow your health care provider’s directions. To prevent measles, a vaccination is recommended for persons one year old or older. Regularly washing your hands will also help protect you. If you do get measles, it’s important to call your health care provider and avoid public places where the measles might spread. See more

Is it a COLD or is it INFLUENZA? COLD Virus so antibiotics do NOT help Over the counter medications can help relieve symptoms ... Colds last 7-10 days usually, with gradual onset Sore, scratchy throat and some or all: Runny nose Sneezing Mild fever usually < 100 Cough Slightly swollen glands in the neck Some achiness Children with cold should consult pediatrician re; appropriate medications More serious for anyone with underlying health problems Treatment Multi-symptom cold relief which has something for pain, nasal symptoms and cough or take: Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen for pain and Mucinex for cough and Phenylephrine or Pseudoephedrine for runny nose Drink plenty of water to keep hydrated and help bring temperature down Only take as directed on the package. If symptoms persist after 10 days or you have a higher fever or underlying health condition, check with your healthcare provider or Health and Wellness 314-529-9520. INFLUENZA Virus so antibiotics do NOT help Over the counter medications can help relieve symptoms One of 2 antiviral drugs, if given within 48 hours may attenuate the symptoms of influenza Sudden onset with symptoms coming all at once lasts about 7 days Sore throat, no pus Very achy, exhausted Mild to moderate fever 100 or > usually Dry cough May lead to pneumonia or other bacterial infections or hospitalization Usually more serious for elderly or very young More serious for anyone with underlying health problems Treatment Multi-symptom cold relief which has something for pain, nasal symptoms and cough or take: Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen for pain and Mucinex for cough and Phenylephrine or Pseudoephedrine for runny nose Drink plenty of water to keep hydrated and help bring temperature down Only take as directed on package If symptoms worsen after 7-10 days or you have a higher fever or underlying health condition, check with your healthcare provider or Student Health Services

Healthy Tips for the Holidays http://www.cdc.gov/family/holiday/

TAKE A FIRST AID CLASS IN SPRING! FIRST AID CLASS - 3 UNITS CLASS # DAYS/TIMES 31917 T-Th 8:50am-10:15am... 33510 T-Th 10:25am-11:50am Room Q110 building by the Carson Street overpass $30 materials fee LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE KINPP 23 FIRST AID & SAFETY EDUCATION Spring 2015 Registration Online www.lbcc.edu Admissions & Records Office: LAC A building 3 transferable college units

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