LITTLETON INDEPENDENT Dat Usain eaten (OMA: ‘pe Fretery Sedion ‘Thurs. January 15,2015 CONGOHO: HA “0s () Newspaper (W) Po ‘You Spots Enereon Hostal HEALTHY LIVIN COLD WEATHER G Brrr, it’s winter ... Be safe! As temperatures drop and extreme weather approaches Emetsan ospitals Emergency Dapiriment shares 10 tips to keep you safe this winter. DRESS PROPERLY Before you walk out the oor, make sure to: Dress warmly and stay dry. Wear several laye of loose:fiting clothing, and ‘make sure your face, mouth, andihands are covered. Keep yourself dry with a wat resistant coat and boots. Choose proper foot- wear. Viearing safe, slip-resistant footwear can prevent slips, trips and falls, especially nicy conditions, Pay attention to your body. Prolonged expo- sure tocold temperatures can cause hypothermia, Pay attention to the symp: toms: shwering, exhaustion, contusion, fumbling hands, memory loss, slurred speech, and drowsiness. Ifa person's body temperature drops below 95 degrees Fahrenhett, get assistance immediately, Spending time outside may also lead to frostbite. Frostbit- ten skiniscold to the touch, feels num® and becomes flushed before turning white or grayish yellow. If frostbite Is suspected, seek medical attention. ‘SHOVEL SAFELY Inthe winter months, shov- eling snow becomes routine. However, its important to shovel safely throughout the season. Pace yourself. Like any exercise, shoveling raises your pulse and blood pres sure. Warm up before you start and stretch during and after shoveling. Be sureto take breaks before you start feeling exhausted Know your limit. Itis Important to be carefulif you are over 40 or if you are ‘notin good shape. If youhave ahistory of heart trouble, ‘check with your dactor before you start to shovel When you choose to shovel, se safe techniques. Shovel snow white it fresh. Try to shovel before the snow gets packed down and becomes more dificult tohandle, Don't lift large amounts of snow at ‘nee. I possible, push the snow out ofthe way instead of scooping and lifting it and conly push or pick up small amounts of snow at atime (The dress propery and shoveling tips onginated from The US Naval Safety Center.) TIPS FOR CHILDREN \winter is an exciting season for children, However, iis Important for parents and Caregivers to be vigilant fespecialy in the cold, ice ‘and snow. Ahealthy winter for children starts at home. Wash your hands. Stop the spread of viruses by keeping your family’s hands clean, Avoid coughing and sneezing into your hands by ‘covering your mouth with 2 tissue or your elbow. When your children go outside, take extra care in making sure that they are dressed appropriately Itcan be dificult for them to know when to come inside from the cold. If your children go sledding, skiing or skating, make sure they protect themselves, Wear a helmet. Experts suggest that children wear a helmet when par ticipating in winter sports to prevent head injures. 10 Seg uperise your children. Winter sports can lead to serious injuries. Keep the season fun and safe by protecting your family. (These tips for children come from the Centers for Disease Control and are recommended by Emersons Emergency Department.) Account: 21686 (149) pet Bs ae Pago t o12LITTLETON INDEPENDENT a= Tapas eee 18,2015 Usain relation (oway: 8057) Type requonay): Newspaper W) Boge: Ed Sette Mowe Spats Keyes Enercon Hostal WICKED LOCAL FILE PHOTO Pago ol2 Account: 21686 (149)