The Health Briefs TV Show Reviews Water Safety Guidelines

There is no place more refreshing during the dog days of summer than in a pool, lake or ocean. But there is also danger in all of them.

The Health Briefs TV show reviews water safety guidelines for everyone. While many adults may consider themselves great swimmers, there are hazards to be aware of.

Public swimming pools can become very crowded. Small children can be accidently pushed under water or their bathing suits stuck in pool drains. Pool water can be over treated or under treated. Protect children by using flotation devices like vests or inflatable arm “wings”.  Invest in a pair of well-fitting goggles for every family member.  Lifeguards are at almost every public pool for the safety of everyone. Please pay attention and respect them.

Lakes have their own dangers. There can be a lot of rocks or stones to walk over and into when entering and leaving the water. For swimmers who are on a boat which is anchored in deep water, be aware of where the anchor located. The rope may lead farther away from the boat, but the anchor can be right under the swimmer. Use boat ladders to get in an out of the water and keep an eye on the back propellers. Be mindful of the lake’s natural inhabitants.

Oceans are great to enjoy during hot days. But it has its own dangers also. Waves can seem innocuous but knock a swimmer over hard. Rip currents are common and happen frequently. Swim parallel to the shore and until out of the current. Then swim diagonally to the shore. Always swim far from piers and jetties but close to the lifeguard stations.

The Health Briefs TV show also reminds readers to get out of the water when thunder is heard. Lightning is dangerous in the water and on the beach. Head for vehicles and stay away from trees and other high objects. Be safe and cool off in the water this summer.

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Health Briefs Reminds Readers to Not Get Into Hot Water This Summer

Nearly every body of water east of the Mississippi is warmer than usual. Warmer water may feel good to the swimmer but it also contains more bacteria than cooler water. Health Briefs reminds viewers to stay out of hot water this summer.

There have been several cases of swimmers catching, suffering from and some dying from freshwater amoeba Naegleria fowleri. This particular amoeba is a type of virus which attacks the brain. But it can be prevented which is why we offer some suggestions for staying healthy in warm water.

Use a nose plug. This amoeba enters the body through the nose causing a severe frontal headache, fever, nausea and vomiting. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control warns that if not treated, the amoeba can cause seizures, confusion and hallucinations as it works its way from the nasal cavity to the brain.

Health Briefs learns that most of the cases have been in the southern states and mainly in Texas and Florida. Typically, there are warmer waters here than anywhere else. The CDC experts remind that fresh water lakes, slip n slides, and rivers are not the best places to swim or cool off. Well-maintained pools which are regularly chlorinated and salt water are better options to enjoy a refreshing swim before school starts, and avoid stirring up sediment in shallow, fresh warm water areas. 

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Daily Health Habits from Health Briefs

Get busy with some fun ways to exercise this summer. Take a walk after dinner when the sun is not so high and hot. Or go for a swim in a pool. Health Briefs encourages readers to enjoy any time outdoors when the weather is nice.

Take a nap and go to bed at a regular time every night. A University of Chicago study found that getting 4.5 hours of sleep rather the needed 8 to 8.5 hours, ramps up hunger and appetite and more so in the afternoon. Take a 20 minute nap during the day if possible, and hit the sack on time.

Hydrate. Drink plenty of water if out in the sun all day long and into the evening. It renews cells and refreshes brain energy. Additionally, people who drink 7 glasses of water per day eat less than those who do not.  Drink up, readers.

Health Briefs recommends eating meals on schedule every day. Have some breakfast within one hour of waking and space other meals out three to five hours apart. Include some proteins, whole grains and lots of produce.

Find a healthy way to deal with stress. Emotional eating is not good for anyone as it tends to lead toward eating unhealthy, “comfort” foods. If stress is pressing, try listening to favorite music, go for a walk or run, or close the eyes and meditate.

These five daily habits are healthy and can help all of us avoid overeating and becoming lazy this summer.

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Health Briefs TV with a Warning about Secondary Drowning

Parents know to keep a close eye on their children when swimming. Drowning is one cause of death from enjoying the pool, lake or ocean. But there is another danger in which we should know. Health Briefs shares a warning about secondary drowning.

Secondary drowning is caused by a small amount of water getting into the lungs. That small amount can cause inflammation and lead to the body pushing more water into the lungs resulting in what is called pulmonary edema. If left untreated, the person will stop breathing and drown in their own body fluids. It takes a little as four ounces of water to cause this condition.

Parents and guardians are cautioned to watch kids for kids who come out of the water coughing and keep an eye on them for the next 72 hours. Look for unusual fatigue, lethargy, coughing, pale skin, shortness of breath and difficulty breathing. If any of these symptoms are present, take the child to a medical care center. Health Briefs TV learns that pulmonary edema, or secondary drowning, may not occur for up to 72 hours after swimming. Swimming pools are the most common place for this kind of problem to develop. It is important to learn to know the symptoms of this kind of preventable death for both children and adults. Take care this summer when swimming in any body of water.

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