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7/28/2019 OHU Aurora CDC June Newsletter

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What matters most in a sunscreen is the degree of protectionfrom UV rays it provides. When faced with the overwhelmingsea of sunscreen choices at drugstores, concentrate on theSPF (Sun Protection Factor) numbers on the labels.

-er to prevent both sunburn and tanning. Choose a sunscreenthat states on the label that it protects against both UVA andUVB rays (referred to as broad-spectrum sunscreen to avoidpossible skin allergy, but do not use sunscreens with PABA).

For sunscreen to do its job, it must be applied correctly.Be sure to:

Apply sunscreen whenever kids will be in the sun. Do not try to stretch out a bottle of sunscreen; apply it

generously.

Reapply sunscreen often, approximately every twohours, as recommended by the American Academy ofDermatology. Reapply after a child has been sweatingor swimming.

If your child does get a sunburn,these tips may help:

Have your child take a cool(not cold) bath, or gently ap-ply cool, wet compresses tothe skin to help alleviate painand heat.

To ease discomfort, applypure aloe vera gel (availablein most pharmacies) to anysunburned areas.

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matory medication like ibu-profen or use acetaminophento lessen the pain and itching. (Do not, haspirin to children or teens.) Over-the-couamine may also help reduce itching and

Apply topical moisturizing cream to rehyand treat itching. For the more seriously sapply a thin layer of 1% hydrocortisone cwith pain. (Do not use petroleum-based pcause they prevent excess heat and sweawhich may cause skin irritation or allergy

Sunscreen and Insect RepPermission Form

Please check with your childs teacher to compparents need to review and indicate if you chosunscreen or insect repellent to be applied to ynote that we are unable to apply aerosol sunscter, keep this in mind when selecting a sunscre

June Dates to RememberJune 4:

June 6: VNA Presentation of Healthy Lungs

June 7: Center closes at 2 p.m. for Staff Dev

June 11:

June 18:

June 20: In-house play from Kidworks Globat 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

June 26:Children need to be at the center by 8:00 a.m

June 27: Kindergarten Celebration for childrebe entering Kindergarten

Save the Date!June 27, 4:305:30 p.m.Kindergarten Celebration

We want to recognize our preschool children who will be goingto Kindergarten (both that are continuing on to our KindergartenProgram and public school). Refreshments and further informa-tion will be provided.

Kindergarten NewsOur Kindergarten Program will begin in August. We are very

excited to offer this opportunity for parents. Currently, the class isfull with a waiting list. Those on the waiting list that do not attendthe program will receive their deposit as a refund. If you do notwant to continue on the waiting list, please see the front desk tobe removed. If your child is currently on the waiting list, we highlyrecommend that you also register your child at the public school,as we cannot guarantee a spot for the fall in our KindergartenProgram. Also, please understand that our Preschool Programprogram. If your child is not registered for our KindergartenProgram, you will need to register your child at the public school.Please stop by the front desk if you have questions regardingwhat school you should register your child with. The last day forand exciting time for children as they transition to another schoolor program. Please see Assistant Directors, Erika Garcia and Amy

Collins, or Director, Ann OMalley, if you have any questions.We are always happy to help in any way.

Dental ExamsFamilia Dental will be visiting the centerto give children dental exams on June 9and 10. This is a convenient opportuni-ty to complete your childs dental exam.Parents are welcome to attend, but itis not necessary. Familia Dental hasvisited the center in the past, and thechildren have been very cooperative!

As part of ourHealthy Lifestyles

Curriculum, allchildren brush theirteeth every daywhile at school. Wewant to start healthydental practicesearly on in life.

Congratulations to

Thanks so much for participating in ourT-shirts designed by Assistant Teacher,Elsa Perez. Beautiful artwork Elsa!

Sun SafetyWe all need some sun exposure. It is our primary source ofVitamin D, which helps us absorb calcium for stronger, healthierbones. However, it does not take much time in the sun for mostpeople to get the Vitamin D they need, and repeated unprotect-ed exposure to the suns ultraviolet rays can cause skin damage,eye damage, immune system suppression and skin cancer.

Most kids rack up a lot of their lifetime sun exposure before age18, so it is important that parents teach their children how toenjoy fun in the sun safely. With the right precautions, you cangreatly reduce your childs chance of developing skin cancer.

One of the best ways to protect your family from the sun is tocover up and shield skin from UV rays. Ensure that clothes will

screen out harmful UV rays by placing your hand inside the gar-ments and making sure you cannot see it through them.

Lots of good sunscreens are available for kids, including formu-lations for sensitive skin, and even brands with fun scents likewatermelon. Other types include long-lasting waterproof andsweat-proof versions good for use while swimming or doingmore strenuous outdoor work.