November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month!

Mr. J. Brooks            (Twitter) @MrJB_16           

   

    The average adult takes 15 to 20 breaths a minute – over 20,000 breaths a day. Your respiratory system, which includes the nose, throat, windpipe    (trachea) and lungs, brings air into the body when you breathe.  In the lungs, the oxygen from each breath is transferred to the bloodstream and sent to all the body's cells as life-sustaining fuel.  Keeping your lungs healthy is an important part of an overall healthy lifestyle. Before or after your dinner try to exercise as a family either by a walk or playing catch!

   Physical fitness consists of health related fitness and skill related fitness. The term cardio-respiratory is used because it represents the cardiovascular and respiratory system working together. Cardio-respiratory fitness is the ability of the heart, blood vessels, blood and respiratory system to supply fuel and oxygen to the muscles and the ability of the muscles to utilize fuel to allow sustained exercise.

Be an Active Family

                     10 Tips

1. Set specific activity time 

Determine when the whole family is available.

2. Plan ahead and track your progress

Write your activity plans on a family calendar. Let the kids help in planning the activities.                               

  

3. Include work around the house

Involve the kids in yard work and other active chores around the house.

4. Use what is available

Plan activities that require little or no equipment or facilities.

5. Build new skills

Enroll the kids in classes they might enjoy such as gymnastics, dance, or tennis.

6. Plan for all weather conditions

Choose some activities that do not depend on the weather conditions.

7. Turn off the TV

Set a rule that no one can spend longer than 2 hours per day playing video games, watching TV, and using the computer (except for school work.)

8. Start Small

Begin by introducing one new family activity and add more when you feel everyone is ready.

9. Include other families

Invite others to join your family activities. This is a great way for you and your kids to spend time with friends while being physically active.

10. Treat the family with fun physical activity

When it is time to celebrate as a family, do something active as a reward. Plan a trip to the zoo, park, or lake to treat the family. Physical activity is important for children and adults of all ages. Being active as a family can benefit everyone. Adults need 2 ½ hours a week of physical activity, and children need 60 minutes a day.

       

October news letter

October National Dental Hygiene Month

     This October marks the month to increase public awareness about the importance of maintaining good oral health. The focus on Dental Hygiene is centered on the four components of good oral health maintenance: brushing teeth twice daily, flossing every day, rinsing with antimicrobial mouth rinse and chewing sugar-free gum. Dental hygienists are encouraged to remind patients to “Do the daily 4” and, during each dental office visit, start a conversation with them on how integrating good oral health-care habits into their daily routine will benefit not just their oral health, but also contribute to improved overall health. http://www.adha.org/national-dental-hygiene-month

Trick or Treat! The next time you see a skeleton this fall think of how many bones you have in your body (answer-206!)

Physical Education

Mr. J. Brooks     (Twitter) @MrJB_16                 

     Fire Prevention Month -fire departments designate the second week of October as Fire Prevention Week. Help us sound the alarm that working smoke alarms save lives. Did you know that many people don’t test their smoke alarms as often as they should? When there is a fire, smoke spreads fast. You need working smoke alarms to give you time to get out. Test yours every month! Children should know how to respond to the sound of a smoke alarm. Teach them to get low and get out when they hear it. A child who is coached properly ahead of time will have a better chance to be safe. Remind your child if on fire to: Stop, Drop and Roll. Fire safety is successful when you have a plan and practice! Practice!

                    

HEALTHY HALLOWEEN: A good meal prior to parties and trick-or-treating will discourage youngsters from filling up on Halloween treats. Consider purchasing non-food treats for those who visit your home, such as coloring books or pens and pencils. Wait until children are home to sort and check treats. Though tampering is rare, a responsible adult should closely examine all treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped or suspicious items.

Try to ration treats for the days following Halloween. Be safe!!