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— HYDRATION TIPS FOR CHILDREN
Be on alert for the hydration needs of young children playing outdoors, especially in hot weather since children likely will not want to stop playing to hydrate. Before heading to the playground, have the children consume liquids and ask them to come in frequently for beverage breaks. Serving beverages children enjoy at moderate temperatures will promote greater fluid intake. Many foods have high water content and contribute to total fluid intake, such as fruit, vegetables, soups and popsicles, so use these as snacks instead of salty foods. Lastly, pack water bottles in the child’s backpack and lunchbox.
SELECTING A PHYSICIAN
Once you are settled into your new community, it is important that you select a doctor for you and your family. Often, finding a doctor is put on the bottom of the “to-do” lists of newcomers because there may not seem like an immediate need. However, when the time to see a physician arises, it is helpful to have screened already the doctor, health center and hospital where you will receive medical attention.
Consult your company’s health plan and its list of preferred providers that will accept the company’s insurance. Ask family, friends, neighbors, coworkers or professionals with whom you are in contact to find out what they like best and least about their doctors. Nearly all Las Vegas hospitals provide a physician referral website, but keep in mind that the services refer you to any of the doctors on staff but do not offer information on the quality of care these doctors provide.
The American Medical Association (AMA) has a DoctorFinder service at www.ama-assn.org/aps/amahg.htm that provides you with basic professional information on virtually every licensed physician in the United States and includes more than 814,000 doctors. You can search by doctor name, location or specialty.
Be sure to verify that the doctor is Board certified. All U.S. Board-certified specialists are listed with the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). ABMS is a not-for-profit organization that assists 24 approved medical specialty boards in the development and use of standards in the ongoing evaluation and certification of physicians. ABMS, recognized as the “gold standard” in physician certification, believes higher standards for physicians means better care for patients. Visit www.abms.org for more information. Other online resources, including www.healthgrades.com or www.doctordirectory.com provide searches by name, specialty and location.
DENTAL CARE
Recent studies have pointed out the importance of proper oral hygiene in preventing serious illnesses. Visiting a dentist on a regular basis, at least once a year, is an essential part of maintaining a healthy body. It is also recommended to keep your teeth clean by visiting a dental hygienist at least twice a year to maintain oral health and prevent tooth decay.
— FINDING A DENTIST IN LAS VEGAS
There are few referral websites to help you find a dentist in the Las Vegas area. Visit the Nevada Dental Association at www.nvda.org, or visit the Southern Nevada Dental Society online at www.sndsonline.org and click on the Southern Nevada Dental Search button.
— WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR WHEN CHOOSING A DENTIST?
You may wish to consider several dentists before making your decision. During your research and first visit, you should be able to determine if this is the right dentist for you. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends evaluating several components before committing to services. For example, inquire about how emergencies are handled outside of office hours and whether the dentist is a member of the ADA. All ADA-member dentists voluntarily agree to abide by the high ethical standards reflected in the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct as a condition of their membership. Convenience is also an important factor so the location of the office and available appointments times should work with your schedule. In addition, it is helpful if information about fees and payment plans are provided before treatment is scheduled. Once you have made an appointment and arrive at the office, evaluate the cleanness and orderliness of the waiting room and front office; this is usually an indicator of how the dentist values his patients.
You and your dentist are partners in maintaining your oral health. Take time to ask questions and take notes if that will help you remember your dentist’s advice. You may want to call or visit more than one dentist before making your decision. Dental care is a very personalized service that requires a good relationship between the dentist and the patient.
Be on alert for the hydration needs of young children playing outdoors, especially in hot weather since children likely will not want to stop playing to hydrate. Before heading to the playground, have the children consume liquids and ask them to come in frequently for beverage breaks. Serving beverages children enjoy at moderate temperatures will promote greater fluid intake. Many foods have high water content and contribute to total fluid intake, such as fruit, vegetables, soups and popsicles, so use these as snacks instead of salty foods. Lastly, pack water bottles in the child’s backpack and lunchbox.
SELECTING A PHYSICIAN
Once you are settled into your new community, it is important that you select a doctor for you and your family. Often, finding a doctor is put on the bottom of the “to-do” lists of newcomers because there may not seem like an immediate need. However, when the time to see a physician arises, it is helpful to have screened already the doctor, health center and hospital where you will receive medical attention.
Consult your company’s health plan and its list of preferred providers that will accept the company’s insurance. Ask family, friends, neighbors, coworkers or professionals with whom you are in contact to find out what they like best and least about their doctors. Nearly all Las Vegas hospitals provide a physician referral website, but keep in mind that the services refer you to any of the doctors on staff but do not offer information on the quality of care these doctors provide.
The American Medical Association (AMA) has a DoctorFinder service at www.ama-assn.org/aps/amahg.htm that provides you with basic professional information on virtually every licensed physician in the United States and includes more than 814,000 doctors. You can search by doctor name, location or specialty.
Be sure to verify that the doctor is Board certified. All U.S. Board-certified specialists are listed with the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). ABMS is a not-for-profit organization that assists 24 approved medical specialty boards in the development and use of standards in the ongoing evaluation and certification of physicians. ABMS, recognized as the “gold standard” in physician certification, believes higher standards for physicians means better care for patients. Visit www.abms.org for more information. Other online resources, including www.healthgrades.com or www.doctordirectory.com provide searches by name, specialty and location.
DENTAL CARE
Recent studies have pointed out the importance of proper oral hygiene in preventing serious illnesses. Visiting a dentist on a regular basis, at least once a year, is an essential part of maintaining a healthy body. It is also recommended to keep your teeth clean by visiting a dental hygienist at least twice a year to maintain oral health and prevent tooth decay.
— FINDING A DENTIST IN LAS VEGAS
There are few referral websites to help you find a dentist in the Las Vegas area. Visit the Nevada Dental Association at www.nvda.org, or visit the Southern Nevada Dental Society online at www.sndsonline.org and click on the Southern Nevada Dental Search button.
— WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR WHEN CHOOSING A DENTIST?
You may wish to consider several dentists before making your decision. During your research and first visit, you should be able to determine if this is the right dentist for you. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends evaluating several components before committing to services. For example, inquire about how emergencies are handled outside of office hours and whether the dentist is a member of the ADA. All ADA-member dentists voluntarily agree to abide by the high ethical standards reflected in the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct as a condition of their membership. Convenience is also an important factor so the location of the office and available appointments times should work with your schedule. In addition, it is helpful if information about fees and payment plans are provided before treatment is scheduled. Once you have made an appointment and arrive at the office, evaluate the cleanness and orderliness of the waiting room and front office; this is usually an indicator of how the dentist values his patients.
You and your dentist are partners in maintaining your oral health. Take time to ask questions and take notes if that will help you remember your dentist’s advice. You may want to call or visit more than one dentist before making your decision. Dental care is a very personalized service that requires a good relationship between the dentist and the patient.
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