Archive of: Family News

	Title	Issue
	State Health Officials Warn of West Nile Virus Resurgence Evidence of a resurgence of West Nile virus (WNV) has state health officials warning Oklahomans to take precautions against the mosquito-borne illness this summer. Oklahoma State Department of Health	July 2012
	Get Back-to-School Immunizations Now & Be School Ready! As children enjoy their summer break, the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) encourages parents to check their children's immunization records now to make sure their children are up-to-date before the new school year begins. Oklahoma State Department of Health	July 2012
	OKC Blogger Participates in Book Drive for the Local Boys and Girls Club To shed light on the critical role healthy vision plays in helping to develop a child’s passion for reading and learning, VSP Vision Care has launched the “Eyecare About Reading” Book Drive competition, involving one local blogger.	July 2012
	Avoiding Blue-Green Algae A new Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Departments website (www.checkmyoklake.com) helps the public know the recreational water quality at local lakes and rivers while also providing educational information about blue-green algae (BGA) levels.	July 2012
	Emergency Help: I’m Lost! Just thinking of the simple words “I’m lost” can be quite terrifying to many children. Get your child ready for this potential situation by ensuring they know some vital information. Sara Kendall	July 2012
	Smart Start Central Oklahoma to host community lunch on school readiness Smart Start Central Oklahoma (SSCO) will host a luncheon to educate the public on health solutions that contribute to school readiness. This free luncheon will be held on Thursday, July 19 from 11am-1pm at Science Museum Oklahoma.	July 2012
	Congratulations to our Ultimate Birthday Party Giveaway Winners! Thank you to all our readers who entered our 2012 Ultimate Birthday Party Giveaway! We are excited to announce the winners of these awesome birthday party packages.	July 2012
	Tips to Protect Your Kids Against Heatstroke According to Safe Kids USA, more than 500 children have died since 1998 due to heatstroke (hyperthermia) after being left in a car unattended. Safe Kids remind us all to ACT to prevent hyperthermia. Safe Kids Oklahoma	June 2012
	Fireworks Safety Tips Fireworks and celebrations go together, especially during the Fourth of July. But fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious burn and eye injuries. If fireworks are legal where you live and you decide to set them off on your own, INTEGRIS urges that you follow these important safety tips. INTEGRIS Health	June 2012
	Top Five Summer Fire Safety Tips Whether it be barbequing, enjoying fireworks, cooking s’mores or using candles to keep the bugs away, here are the top five summer fire safety tips to enjoy a safe and fun summer. Tom Harned, Liberty Mutual Insurance	June 2012