Do We Have to Worry About Ticks in Utah?
Do We Have to Worry About Ticks in Utah?

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  • Due to climate change, confirmed cases of Lyme disease have increased here in Utah.
  • Guarding against ticks when spending time in the outdoors prevents illnesses that can occur with even a single bite.
  • If you find your child has a tick, take care in removing it and treating the area.
Toddler Choking Hazards and Prevention
Toddler Choking Hazards and Prevention

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  • Food causes 60 percent of non-fatal choking incidences, with hard candy being the leading culprit.
  • Only serve children food that they are developmentally ready for and keep small objects out of reach.
  • You and any of your children’s caregivers should learn CPR and choking first aid.
How Can I Stop Yelling at My Kids?
How Can I Stop Yelling at My Kids?

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  • Staying calm when you really just want to scream can be difficult but can be done.
  • Understanding your child's perspective and validating their feelings goes a long way in diffusing a situation.
  • Removing yourself from the situation or redirecting your child are great ways to keep screaming at bay.
Hay Fever Symptoms and Treatment
Hay Fever Symptoms and Treatment

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  • Hay fever is caused by common allergens like mold, pollens, pet dander, or dust mites.
  • The symptoms of hay fever are often confused with cold symptoms, but hay fever is an allergic reaction and isn't caused by a virus.
  • Allergic rhinitis not only makes you feel miserable, it can interfere with your sleep, worsen asthma symptoms, or cause sinusitis or ear infections.

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