1. July 2012
KIDS BE AWARE, INC. Volume 1, Issue 4
Summer Safety
Heat Safety for Children
Heat Stroke is a true life-threatening
emergency in which the body’s core
temperature can elevate to extreme
temperatures (up to 107º) and if not
treated, could lead to seizures and
coma. Anyone experiencing these
symptoms should be taken to the
emergency room immediately for Table of Contents
medical management.
CEO’s Corner ...............2
The American Academy of
Highlights .........................2
Pediatrics advises parents to:
Summer promises plenty of outside
activities for all of us, yet many do 1. Provide at least 8oz of fluid every
not know that too much of a good 30 minutes for a 90-lb child. Featured Articles:
thing can create problems for 2. Avoid exposure to the outdoors Healthy Recipes..............3
children. Children, like adults, can when the temperature is excessive or
easily become dehydrated when
Water Safety...................4
to have regular breaks to cool down
exposed to direct sunlight and their and take in fluids. First Aid Kits in Home..5
ability to sweat is much less than
adults. 3. Dress children in light-weight
clothing that affords freedom of
Overheated children can experience movement and permits children to
various degrees of symptoms some of sweat.
which can lead to heat cramps, heat
exhaustion, and heat stroke. 4. Children who have a medical
condition should be advised by their
Heat cramps occur when there is a doctor as to how much sun exposure
decrease of blood circulating in the the child can reasonably do and what
muscles (often leg muscles) and can steps the parents should take to
be relieved by stretching, massaging ensure the child’s safety during the
the muscles, and by stopping to rest. outdoor activity or event.
Susan Ruiz, Chair Our Mission and Vision
Heat Exhaustion occurs when the
Kids Be Aware, Inc. To increase disease
child has an increased core body
awareness among
temperature of up to 104º with
excessive fluid loss. Left untreated, http://www.kidsgrowth.com/ children and parents;
this can lead to vomiting, confusion, resources/articledetail.cfm?id=647 To promote healthy
and fainting. Treatment consists of: http://www.healthychildren.org/ behaviors, reduce the
replacement of fluids, rest, and english/safety-prevention/at-play/ spread of infections,
cooling the body by fanning the and to reduce health-
pages/Sun-Safety.aspx?
individual in a shaded area to bring related issues in our
down the body temperature.
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CEO’s Corner...
Thank you for being part of the Kids Be This month, we spoke to the Mayor of
Aware Program and encouraging our Malden as we all know he is a very busy
activities as we visit your organizations, man but he did promise to get back to
schools or Churches. Nothing gives me me with another point of contact as we
encouraging and I hope to be back
more joy than to educate the community eagerly work in getting our program into
there educating children and parents
about healthy living and prevent the school system. We are also still
very soon.
diseases. awaiting the 501(c)3 approval from the
IRS. We have our fingers cross and we There are two Churches in Medford,
Thank you for letting me and my
hope to get something from them very MA that are looking to have Kids Be
wonderful board of directors and
soon. In the next upcoming months Aware conduct multiple workshops
members educate your children and
precisely August 25, we are hosting a this summer. Hence, it looks as I will
yourselves about infectious and chronic
health conference and we are expecting be very busy this summer.
diseases.
not only the opportunity to have all of
our board members there but also the Please review our children activities,
You may have noticed that we haven’t
chance to connect with members of the events and videos and provide us with
conducted any asthma, cancer or diabetes
community of Malden, MA in particular. your suggestions.
walks but be reassured that this will be
changed in the upcoming months. Bear Thank you for letting us be your prime
On June 23, I was asked to conduct a
with us as we find the best ways to choice for disease education in the
workshop at the Greater Victory Temple
promote our program in the community. community
Church in Mattapan, MA. I had the
Here are a few last minute ideas that just
chance to work with 10 children and 10 Cheers and Peace to You!
came in or I forgot about and couldn't
parents. The surveys I received at the
bear not to share! Jeannette
end of the workshop were very
Monthly Highlights
“We strive to partner with schools, churches, and organizations to focus on the
health and well-being of our children”
KIDS BE AWARE
HEALTH CONFERENCE
AUGUST 25TH
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00
18 DARTMOUTH ST.
MALDEN, MA 02148 p.m.
Parking is available for the event!
Facilitator Training For further information:
Email:kidsbeawarenow@gmail.com
We are seeking NEW Enrollment!
OR VISIT US AT
We are seeking Volunteers for various roles.
http://www.kidsbeaware.org
Contact Us AND ollow us on Facebook
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Healthy Recipes
Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Add Pesto and cook until just before burning –
stirring periodically
Serves 10 +/- Add Meat(s) and stir
½ Red/Green and Yellow Bell Pepper Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Remove
½ medium sweet yellow onion or 3 green onions from heat.
1 16oz package of mushrooms Stir in Cheese
1 # cooked boneless chicken pieces, sausage and/ Pour over cooked pasta and Toss
or shrimp Serve with Salad/Tuscan Italian Dressing and
2 cloves garlic Toasted Garlic Bread sticks or Texas Toast
2 jars Sun Dried Tomato Pesto
½ Qt Heavy Cream Once can purchase low fat cheese as well as half and half at a
reduced amount without losing the integrity of the dish. It is
1 cup Parmesan Cheese good hot, without meat as a side dish or even room
1 16 oz box cooked/drained temperature.
pasta (Penne/Spiral or
Bowties) Enjoy!
Sauté peppers and onions until Chef Tiffany
soft, add garlic cook 1 minute.
IDEAS FOR GREAT SNACKS honeydew melon and 1 water melon. Remove
the rinds and cut into medium chunks. Store in large Rub-
Here are a few nice links that have great ideas bermaid type containers and you have fruit on hand for a
for good snacks. week.
http://familyfun.go.com/recipes/after-school-
snacks-photo-gallery-872859/view-all/ My kids have really gone overboard with freezing fruits.
http://recipes.kaboose.com/cooking-with- Our new favorites are FROZEN grapes, cherries and blue-
kids.html berries. I've even done raspberries. You never have to
worry with fruit going bad and it's a nice treat in the heat.
NUT-FREE GRANOLA Just remove the vines/stems. Rinse and place in a bowl or
Ziploc in the freezer... then be patient. Makes great addi-
Many people have nut allergies and can't en- tion to smoothies too.
joy simple things because so many products
share manufacturers and still pose a health Chef Tiffany
threat. Here's a link to a nut-free granola Consider It Done! Personal Chef Service, L.L.C.
http://recipes.kaboose.com/cooking-with-
kids.html I love granola as a snack or in place
of cereal....it's just SO MUCH BETTER! You
can get so creative with it. Get online to
search and send your tastebuds on an explora-
tion!
FROZEN TREETS
Another tip is to purchase 1 cantaloupe, 1

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WATER SAFETY
“How Clean is Your Pool?”
Renee Sullivan, M.A., CCLC
Memorial Day officially kicks off the summer season. As temperatures begin to rise, days get longer and schools wind down for the ter m,
thoughts turn to outdoor activities and fun in the sun. One of the best ways to cool off from the summer heat is to go swimming but there are some
safety issues that you need to be aware of before you jump into the water. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2012) warn
against Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs) that can arise from swallowing or breathing in contaminated water from lakes, streams, pools, hot tubs
and even the ocean. Diseases can include a variety of infections to include ear, eye, gastrointestinal, respiratory and wound infections. Bacteria, such
as E. coli and Crypto found in contaminated water, can cause severe diarrhea.
Ever noticed how most public pools require one to shower off before entering the water? Nobody likes to be sick, especially during the summer
when there are so many fun activities to experience. To keep your family safe, remind them that bacteria in public swimming areas can come from
urine and feces in the water (CDC, 2012). Before entering the water, make sure you rinse off as the average person has about .14 grams of feces on
their bottoms can contaminate the swimming water and, if swallowed, can make one very sick. A quick shower can make a difference! Teach your
children to get out of the pool and go to the restroom when needed instead of going in the hot tub, pool, lake, ocean or other bodies of water.
Other safety precautions to prevent illnesses include frequently checking chlorine levels in pools and hot tubs to ensure the right mixture. Improper
chemical levels in hot tubs can lead to “hot tub rash” and respiratory problems because the high temperature of the water makes it hard to maintain
the appropriate chemical level needed to kill germs (CDC, 2012). Since we cannot control the containments in open water such as lakes, rivers,
streams, and oceans, the CDC (2012) cautions against swallowing the water and also avoiding swimming after rainfalls and in areas deemed unsafe by
health departments.
One of the most common problems for children who swim is “swimmers ear,” or an infection in the ear canal that runs through to the head (Mayo
Clinic Staff, 2010). Although physician’s often treat 40% of those with swimmers ear with oral antibiotics, a 2006 study indicated that antibiotic
eardrops was much more effective (Mann, 2007). If you or your child develops swimmers ear, make sure you ask your physician about antibiotic
eardrops in lieu of oral antibiotics.
Do yourself and your children a favor by taking and teaching them to take some minor preventative precautions to reduce the chance of contracting a
water-borne illness this summer. Remember, swimming is not only good exercise; it is also fun so get outside during the hot summer weather and
enjoy a nice, safe swim!
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2012). Recreational water illnesses. Retrieved on May 25, 2012 from http://www.cdc.gov/
healthywater/swimming/rwi/.
Mann, D. (2007). Beware of recreational water illnesses. Retrieved on May 25, 2012 from http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/beware-
of-recreational-water-illnesses.
Mayo Clinic Staff. (2010). Swimmer’s ear. Retrieved on May 25, 2012 from http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/swimmers-
ear/DS00473/DSECTION=symptoms.
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CPR and Safety Classes in the Boston Area
http://www.bostoncentral.com/heralthcare/cpr_safety.php
Northeast CPR 800-490-9622
American Red Cross (Boston) 617-375-0700
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates 617-654-7280
Medic One 617-347-0366
Pregnancy and Beyond 617-232-1101
St. Margaret’s at Caritas St. Elizabeth 617-562-7095

5. KIDS BE AWARE, INC. Page 5
Summer Safety Welcome to summer
Providing Safe Drinking Water for Your Family
KNOW YOUR WATER SOURCE
•Find out if the pipes in your home or apartment building are made of lead or Kids are out of school, outdoor activities have increased and it’s
contain lead solder. time to think about summer safety. To ensure a safe and enjoy-
•Send tap water samples to your local EPA-certified laboratory for testing, or able summer, a first-aid kit should be available in the home,
buy a water test kit. car, on vacations, and near water activities. First aid kits can be
purchased from the Red Cross, local hardware stores or parents
•If your water is supplied by a public system:
can make their own. First-aid Kits should be well stocked, as-
◦Ask your supplier what chemicals and parasites are tested for and how
sessable, and checked regularly. The container should be roomy,
the water is treated.
durable, easy to carry, and simple to open. A plastic tackle box
◦Obtain a Consumer Confidence Report on your water quality from your
or container with a handle can be used to make a first-aid kit for
public water authority.
the home. Medications should be checked periodically for expi-
•If your water supply is a private well: ◦Test your water yearly for pesticides, ration dates; flashlight batteries should be checked and replaced
metals, coliform bacteria and other possible contaminants.
when needed. It is VERY important to keep the kit locked!
◦Avoid using pesticides, fertilizers and other chemicals near your well's
supply source as they can pollute your groundwater. Items to consider may include:
IMPROVE YOUR WATER SUPPLY
•adhesive bandages in several sizes
•Install water treatment filters or conditioning systems. •elastic bandage
◦Several types are available, depending on what contaminants are pre- •a splint
sent. •antiseptic wipes
•soap
•Consider buying a water distiller. •antibiotic ointment
•Flush your pipes by running cold water for at least one minute. •antiseptic solution (like hydrogen peroxide)
•hydrocortisone cream (1%)
•Do not use hot water from the tap for cooking or drinking, as toxins are •acetaminophen and ibuprofen
more likely to leach into hot water. •extra prescription medications (if the family is going on vacation)
•Make sure formula is prepared with safe water since boiling increases •tweezers
the lead concentration. Infants are at particular risk of lead poisoning •sharp scissors
because of the larger amount of water they consume relative to their •safety pins
body size. •disposable instant cold packs
•calamine lotion
•If necessary, install shower/faucet filters since babies can swallow water •alcohol wipes or ethyl alcohol
when bathing. •thermometer
•Immediately dispose of household chemicals like batteries, fluorescent •tooth preservation kit
bulbs, used motor oil, etc., at your municipal hazardous waste depot. (Do •plastic non-latex gloves (at least 2 pairs)
not leave them around your home where they may contaminate your •flashlight and extra batteries
water supply.) •a blanket
•mouthpiece for administering CPR (can be obtained from your local Red
BOTTLE WATER Cross)
•Read the label of your bottled water. "Spring" water comes from one or •your list of emergency phone numbers
more underground sources and some bottled water may come from a •blanket (stored nearby)
"municipal source" or from a "community water system," and may have
had additional treatment. References:
•Avoid plastic bottles with the following recycling codes #1 PET, #3 The Nemours Foundation (1995-2012). First Aid Kit. Retrieved on May
PVC, #6 PS, and #7 Polycarbonate, which may leak suspected carcinogens 27, 2012 from,
and hormone disruptors. http://kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid_safe/home/firstaid_kit.html
•Look for safer plastic bottles, such as #2 HDPE, #4 LDPE, and #5 PP.
Reference FieldText Medical (2011). E-First Aid Supplies. Retrieved on May 27, 2012
Healthy Child Healthy World (2012). Providing safe from, https://www.e-firstaidsupplies.com/first-aid-kits.html?
gclid=CL7Qqu21nLACFUHDtgodPxiXZg
drinking for your family: Know your water source. Re-
trieved on May 28, 2012 from, http:// First Aid Products (2012). Retrieved on May 27, 2012 from, http://
www.healthychild.org/live-healthy/checklist/ www.first-aid-product.com/industrial/pool-and-lifeguard-first-aid-kit.htm?
gclid=CPOH4qjInLACFUHDtgodPxiXZg
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KBA Board Members
Jeannette Bryant CEO kidsbeawarenow@gmail.com 781-535-2448
Susan Ruiz Chair susan.ruiz@waldenu.edu 301-302-4215
Teresa Godley-Chase Co-chair teressa.godley-chase@waldenu.edu 240-515-4222
Tiffany Henderson Treasurer donald_and_tiffany@yahoo.com 678-431-6543
Florette Dihewou Board Secretary dflorette3@yahoo.com 774-242-8480
Renee Sullivan Board Member renee.l.sullivan@gmail.com 478-718-1306
Regina Rainey Board Member reginarainey@ymail.com 864-303-2151
Andre Bikai Board Member andrebtwo@yahoo.com 770-369-5305
Felix Bikai Board Member
Krissy McGarvey Board Member
Angel Pepin Board Member
Evens Charles Board Member