Archive | July 2012
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The #1 Reason to Read to Your Kids
by Lindsay Eyre Writer & Mother Like you, I’m a busy person. I have five children, four of whom play musical instruments. I have an extended family that needs love and attention. I’m actively involved in the community. My husband has a job that requires my help, and it also requires a lot of traveling [...]
A Mid-Summer Safety Reminder
by Janet B. Brooks Child Advocacy Manager July holidays bring a variety of fun and traditional activities such as swimming and fireworks. While these activities may seem harmless they can also pose risks to the safety of our children. Take a little extra time and care to be safe this holiday. Water Safety Child drowning [...]
It’s Not Normal to Be Coughing
by Rouett Abouzelof, RN, MSN, CIC Infection Preventionist During the winter cold and flu season, most people know that it’s not normal to be coughing. And, when we hear or see someone cough, we tend to want to “stay away” from the person who is sick. But for some reason, when the weather gets sunny [...]
July is Reading Month
by Elaine Pollock Primary Children’s Education Specialist July is reading month at Primary Children’s Medical Center. Last year our patients, family members, and staff read over 10,000 pages. This year’s theme is all about science. This year’s goal is to read another 10,000 pages during the month of July. Reading is so important, and reading [...]
