62 July 2 - 15, 2011
Prevent heat-related injuries, illnesses
With thermometers most likely to continue to top 110 degrees throughout the Valley, anyone living or visiting here needs to know that the temperature inside a parked vehicle can reach dangerous levels. A car sitting in direct sunlight for only 15 minutes can get from 131 to 172 degrees inside. High temperatures could lead to heat exhaustion or death, so neither children nor pets should be left alone in any type of vehicle.
Phoenix Children’s Hospital provides these additional tips to prevent heat- related injuries and illnesses.
Cover metal parts of car seats in hot weather. Belt and harness buckles can cause serious burns to children.
Limit children’s time outdoors between the sun’s peak intensity hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., keeping outside play to 30 minutes.
Use sunscreen with an SPF of 25 or higher about 15 to 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply every three to four hours, more often if swimming or sweating.
Dress children in lightweight, light colored and loose fitting clothes. Hats with brims and bills and sunglasses help protect from the sun and ultraviolet light.
Kids should drink 16 ounces of water every four to six hours. Additionally, sports drinks include a balance of minerals and vitamins which help to hydrate the body.
The warning signs of heat exhaustion include headaches, dizziness, vomiting, muscle aches, paleness, heavy sweating, etc. Phoenix Children’s recommends placing kids that show these signs in a shady location with loose fitting clothes and lots of water. Seek medical attention if symptoms are severe, get worse or last more than one hour.
For additional information, visit the hospital’s website at
www.phoenixchildrens.com.
Youth Dancers leap to nationals
After recently being named “Top Studio” for both its primary and secondary levels, Center Pointe Dance will perform this week at a national competition in Las Vegas.
Hamilton High School’s Lindsay Mosher placed first overall in the teen division at regionals for her jazz solo. Also advancing with her to nationals are Tarwater Elementary’s Lauren Mosher, and Abby and Emma Kozel of Ryan Elementary.
“Going to nationals is a big production,” says Megan Barnett, Center Pointe’s manager and one of its teachers. “But it is all worth it when you see how the dancers’ hard work pays off in the end. The kids have such a good time performing on stage.”
Center Pointe Dance, located at 4825 E. Warner Rd. in Ahwatukee, is a competition and performance group that consists of 37 dancers ages 4 to 19. For additional information, call 480-598-8428, or visit
www.CenterPointeDanceAZ.com.
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