Dr. Granata has a prime theory on why women athletes suffer more injuries. If we can control stability of the joints, we can prevent injuries, particularly in women. Researchers hope to eventually offer women in sports solid advice about ways to train more effectively. Women may be more inclined to take part in sports if they feel confident they won't be sideline by injuries. During this cold, flu, and virus season, it may be tough to determine when Johnny or Susie is too sick for school.
Students learn best when they're healthy and well-rested.
And if I don't feel good, I just tell her, and she decides for me to go to school or not. School nurse Lyenna Fenstermacher says children with fevers should stay out of school. Common conditions that spread quickly include head lice, pink eye, strep throat, chickenpox, and flu. The sniffles and sneezes of a minor cold with no fever or severe cough should not keep children home. But beware of sending them with Tylenol to reduce a low-grade fever.