Halloween Safety Tips for Kids and Parents

Parents of trick-or-treating kids can get so caught up in the fun themselves they might forget some simple safety ideas which could save everyone trouble. Having a fun and safe Halloween will make it all worthwhile. Below are just a few common sense tips that can help:

• Know the route your kids will be taking if you aren’t going with them. Send a cellular phone.
• The best bet is to make sure an adult is going with them. If you can’t take them, see if another parent or teenaged sibling can go along.
• Know what other activities a child may be attending, such as parties, school, or other organized functions.
• Make sure you set a time your children should be home by. Make sure they know how important it is for them to be home on time.
  Explain to children the difference between tricks and vandalism. Throwing eggs at a house may seem like fun, but they need to know the other side of the coin as well. Clean up and damages can ruin Halloween. If they are caught vandalizing, make them clean up the mess they’ve made.
• Check all “treats” completely and notify law enforcement of any suspicious packaging.
  Make sure your children have light colored costumes on and carry a flashlight. To be seen is to be safe.

Courtesy of the Hibbing Police Department.

Adult Halloween Party Tips

Adult Halloween parties tend to be much wilder than children’s parties with dancing, alcohol use and catered food. Using common sense can make a party a great one and avoid anything that may ruin it.

Keep an eye on the drinking; don’t let it get out of hand. Take the keys away from anyone that may be driving. Have one person stay sober and offer to drive those people home who may be too intoxicated to drive.

When deciding on a menu, check and see if any attending the party has food allergies that might be a problem. Common food allergies to dairy products, peanuts and shellfish can really put a damper on the festivities.

Planning ahead for problems can make all the difference for your Halloween party!

Courtesy of the Hibbing Police Department.

"Say Yes to No" Presented by David Walsh, Ph.D.

Free workshop

Thursday, November 13, 2008

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Lincoln Auditorium

Fairview Range and Hibbing Community Education are excited to welcome David Walsh, Ph.D. who will be speaking at a free workshop for parents and educators.

There is an epidemic of Discipline Deficit Disorder sweeping the country. The symptoms include disrespect, impatience, a need for instant gratification, a sense of entitlement, self centeredness, and out of control consumerism.

This workshop, based on Walsh's new book, explains how the "Yes culture" undermines our children's self discipline, a trait that is the key ingredient for children's success and happiness.

For more information visit http://www.range.fairview.org/ or call Cheryl Bisping at 218-362-6429.

Family Flu Shots

Race to the checkered flag for Flu Prevention!

Family flu shot clinic for children 6 months to 17 years and their families at the Fairview Mesaba Clinic- Hibbing, 3605 Mayfair Avenue.

There will be race cars on display in the Fairview Mesaba Clinic parking lot. Ring toss, ball toss, pit stop, hand hygiene and prizes.

If you have Medicare, please bring your Medicare card. We will directly bill the entire cost to Medicare.

For private insurance payment, we can bill your insurance company directly. However, you are responsible for deductibles and co-pays according to your insurance contract.

For self-pay patients, you are eligible for a 30% self-pay discount. Cash Payment $30.00.
Patients should wear short-sleeved shirts and bring insurance information.

Adults with Disabilities Activities

A variety of activities are available throughout the week! Call 218-262-0417 for more information.

Saturday -
Liven up your Saturdays with 2 hours of exercise, fun and sportsmanship. Watch those pins fall and have an afternoon of fun. meet at the Hibbing Bowling Center on Saturdays from Noon until 2:00 p.m. Cost is $3.00 per session. There will NOT be transportation to Saturday Bowling. No pre-registration required. For more information call Hibbing Community Education at 218-262-0417.

Friday Night Programs -
Come one, come all for the time of your life! The fun has only begun! Join us for a variety of recreational experi­ences. No pre-registration necessary. For more information call Theresa Nelson 218- 262-0417.

- Friday, October 24, 2008 - "Halloween Dance & Costume Contest" - Greenhaven School • 7:00-9:00 p.m. • Cost of $3.
- Friday, November 14, 2008 - "Photo Shoot" with Chuck Perry - Greenhaven School • 7:00-8:30 p.m. • $3 payable to Chuck.
- Friday, November 21, 2008 - "An Evening of Magic" with Robert Halbrook - Greenhaven School • 7:00-8:30 p.m. • Cost of $3.
- Friday, December 5, 2008 "Casey Aro Christmas Extravaganza!" - Greenhaven School • 7:00-8:30 p.m. • Cost of $3.

Monday Night Program -
From 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Elementary School. Cost is $2.00 per session. No pre-registration necessary. For more information call Arlene Christenson 262-0417
Mondays • 14 Sessions • 6:30-8:30 p.m. • $2.00 per session • Lincoln Elementary School
Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 17, Nov. 3, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8 & 15, 2008

Community Walk

Don't let the weather get your down! Walk in the high school and out of the weather!

Hibbing Community Education sponsors the Community Walking Program at the Hibbing High School. This program is for al Hibbing area residents, youth to seniors, cardiac patients, and persons with disabilities.

The school setting provides a safe, warm, and positive atmosphere to exercise during the upcoming months. This service is offered free of charge and no registration is necessary. No walking when school is not in session. Monday - Friday, October - April in the Hibbing High School lower level hallways from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

My Health Minnesota -> Go Local Celebrates Birthday!

My Health Minnesota -> Go Local, a free database of health services throughout Minnesota, recently celebrated its first birthday! The project is sponsored by the University of Minnesota Health Sciences Libraries, the Mayo Clinic Libraries, and the MINITEX Library Information Network, in collaboration with the National Library of Medicine.

Minnesota citizens can use Go Local to find more than 5,000 hospitals, nursing homes, physicians, support groups, pharmacists, libraries, rehabilitation programs, and other health services in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, plus reliable health information about a multitude of diseases and conditions from MedlinePlus. The database is searchable by location, diseases/health issues, and providers/facilities/health services. My Health Minnesota -> Go Local continues to grow daily as resources are added throughout the state.

In its first year, My Health Minnesota -> Go Local has been used by people all over Minnesota, plus across the United States and in other parts of the world. This resource is available from the library’s web site. Go to: www.hibbing.lib.mn.us and click on “Databases & Search Engines” and then click on “Medical” and then click on “My Health Minnesota – Go Local”.

Managing Pain

What can be done to treat pain?

There are many ways to manage your pain. There are medicines that can be used to relieve pain. There are also other ways to treat pain without taking medicine. Your doctor will work with you to find out what works best for you.

What are some of the medicines used to treat pain?

Some pain medicines are acetaminophen, aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen and opioids. Opioids include morphine, oxycodone and hydromorphone. Many of these medicines come in pills, liquids, suppositories and skin patches. Some pain may be treated with medicines that are not usually thought of as pain relievers. For example, antidepressants.

Are there other ways to relieve pain?

That will depend on your illness or condition and how much pain you have. Sometimes pain can be relieved in other ways. Some other treatments for pain are listed here:

• Acupuncture, which uses small needles to block pain
• Taking your mind off the pain with movies, games and conversation
• Electrical nerve stimulation, which uses small jolts of electricity to block pain
• Physical therapy n Exercise
• Hypnosis n Heat or cold
• Massage n Relaxation

Information provide by The Joint Commission.