October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Halloween is pretty scary, but there's not a lot scarier than the risk of cancer. More than 252,710 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018. There are different symptoms of breast cancer, and some people have no symptoms at all.

Encourage your staff to promote breast cancer awareness in social media and parent communications, and invite survivors and their families to tell their stories with comments and shares.

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Dental Hygiene Month

Halloween’s candy rush is a great time to spread awareness for oral health, in both children and adults. As we get older, dental care for adults is crucial.

Because teeth alone account for less than half of the mouth, rinsing can help eliminate biofilm and bacteria that brushing and flossing cannot.

Rinsing often, along with brushing and flossing, may help reduce the chance of dental decay and infection. However, avoid rinses that have alcohol in them.

Chiropractic Health Month

Back pain remains one of the most prevalent and disabling conditions worldwide. It is one of the most common reasons that patients visit their doctors, and one of the most common conditions for which opioid pain medications are prescribed.

As we age, the health of our bones, muscles and joints -- also known as our musculoskeletal system -- is especially important in reducing the frequency and severity of back pain as well as preventing falls and other injuries that can lead to disability and limit our ability to engage in daily activities. For these reasons, it’s essential to move now, to move later, to move for life, and to stay healthy, strong, active and engaged.

Additional resources for those battling breast cancer:

Cuts for Cancer

This real hair wig service is FREE and helps anyone touched by any type of cancer, at any age.

Scalp Cooling Grants

Scalp cooling minimizes chemotherapy-induced hair loss and provides comfort.

FROM KENDALL

Halloween is a favorite holiday among families for a variety of reasons. What’s not to love about dressing up in fun costumes and collecting massive amounts of sweets?

Let’s be honest parents, even if we have outgrown our costumes we still enjoy handfuls of these holiday treats. Instead of filling up the candy jar this year, try offering some healthier alternatives that still offer the seasonal flavor of Halloween without all the fat and calories.

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Yours truly,

Kendall Taylor
Valley Schools Wellness Director

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