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First
Aid for Insect Bites and Stings
For an insect
bite or sting, follow these steps:
Wash the bite
site with soap and water.
Apply a cold
pack for 15 to minutes to reduce pain and swelling.
Use aspirin
or acetaminophen to relieve pain.
Use a topical
steroid cream to further reduce itching and swelling.
If the victim
shows signs of an allergic reaction (breathing difficulties or extensive
swelling), infections, or other unexplained symptoms, get medical
help immediately.
Swimming Pool Safety
Each year many
children drown in backyard swimming pools and in small kiddie pools.
Children can drown in only one inch of water.
Never let
a child out of direct eyesight in or near a pool, not even for a
second!
Teach your
children good pool habits; no running, pushing playmates, no jumping
on others, no diving or jumping in shallow water, no dunking.
Swimming skills,
instruction, and experience don't make young children water safe.
Do not rely
on inner tubes, inflatable arm bands, or other toys to prevent accidents.
Limit pool
access with fences and locked doors or gates.
Take a course
on pool safety, first aid, and lifesaving skills (such as CPR).
Make sure lifesaving
equipment and a first aid kit are handy.
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