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Listen to the
weather forecast
- check the weather forecast before going out in
the cold
- if coditions are hazardus, a wind chill warning
will be issued
- if the wind chill is very cold, exposed skin can
freeze in minutes
Dress
warmly
- wear layers of warm clothing, with an outer
jacket that is wind-resistant. Mittens, boots, and hats are
also important. (We lose a large portion of our body heat
from our head.)
- when the wind chill is high, try to cover
as much exposed skin as possible
- wear a scarf, neck tube or face mask
Stay
dry
- wet clothing chills the body rapidly
- remove outer layers of clothing or open your
coat if you are sweating
Seek
shelter
- get out of
the wind
- when
wind chill is very cold, limit the time you spend
outside
To protect your child's
health and the health of other students, the Tacoma/Pierce County
Health Department recommends the following with flu-like symptoms
(fever, sore throat, or
cough):
- Keep this child,
and any others who have symptoms, home until all symptoms are gone
and he/she has no fever (less than 100 degrees without using
fever-reducing medicine) for at least 24 hours.
- Make sure your
child drinks plenty of fluids.
- Have your child
get extra rest.
- Ask your
healthcare provider or pharmacist about medications to reduce
symptoms, such as acetaminophen to bring down his/her fever.
DO NOT give aspirin to a child for a cold or flu.
- Seek medical care
- from your healthcare provider or emergency medical assistance -
if your child has difficulty breathing or if his/her symptoms get
worse.
- Also call your
child's medical provider if you have any questions or other
concerns.
Please take a moment to visit the documents section to find
information about common illnesses, immunizations and health
services.
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