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Thermopolis-Hot Springs
Kiwanis Health Fair
THeRMOPOlIS
Massages by
Sue McCann
Sue McCann is a Massage Therapist with Experience
in Swedish Massages and Reiki Master
Doctors and physicians assistants from Red Rock Family Practice will be on hand during the Kiwanis Health Fair to discuss blood draw
screenings and provide referrals, as needed. Above, Dr. Jason Weyer goes over a screening with a health fair attendee.
Spring into
healthy diet
and exercise
The weather is warm and the skies are blue.
Its the perfect time to get outside and enjoy
the day. Its also a good time to think about
getting healthier.
Simply dropping a few pounds can boost
your confidence, help you feel better physically
and prevent some of the illnesses associated
with obesity, such as heart disease, stroke
and some cancers.
So how do you get on the healthy track?
Follow these tips for success.
Modify your diet to include more lean pro-
tein and vegetables. The goal should be to eat
these foods at every meal. Theyre a smart way
to fill up without consuming excess calories.
Keep a food diary. A food diary can make
you more aware of what you are consuming
on a daily basis and where you may need to
scale back.
Stay hydrated. You should aim to drink
the equivalent of eight glasses of water per
day for optimal health.
Make exercise fun. Vary your activities
and have a friend join you in your exercise
routine. If exercise is fun, youre more likely
to stick with it.
Indulgences are OK once in a while. If
you deprive yourself of your favorite foods all
of the time, you will have a greater craving
There will be a number of interactive and informative booths during the Kiwanis Health Fair. for them.
Keeping your
body hydrated
W hen its hot outside and or. Dark or strong-smelling urine
youve been sweating, you get can be a sign of dehydration.
thirsty. Why? Thirst can be a
sign of dehydration. What to Do
Dehydration means that your If you can, try not to get dehy-
body doesnt have enough water drated in the first place. If youre
in it to keep it working right. going to be going outside, its a
A person gets water by drink- good idea to drink water before,
ing and eating. You lose water during and after you play, espe-
when you sweat, urinate, have di- cially if its hot.
arrhea, or throw up. You even lose Dehydration can happen along
a little water when you breathe. with heat-related illnesses, such
Our bodies need water to work as heat exhaustion and heat
properly. Usually, you can make stroke.
up for the water you lose like In addition to drinking water,
when you come in from outside its smart to dress in cool clothes
and have a long, cool drink of and take breaks indoors or at
water. least in the shade.
If you dont replace the water If youre sick, keep taking
your body has lost, you might small sips of drinks like water
start feeling sick. And if you go or diluted juice, even if youre not
too long without the water you that thirsty or hungry.
need, you can become very ill and Eating an ice pop is a great
might need to go to the hospital. way to get fluids. How is an ice
Here is some important infor- pop a liquid?
mation from the Kids Health web- Well, its basically frozen wa-
site, meant for people of any age: ter and flavoring. The warmth in
your mouth and stomach turns
Why Am I it from a solid to a liquid.
Dehydrated? Other foods, such as fruits and
Many times kids get dehydrat- vegetables, contain water, too,
ed when theyre playing hard and but if your stomach is not feel-
having fun. Have you ever got- ing well you might not be ready
ten really sweaty and red-faced for them.
when youve been playing?
This often happens when its Do I Need a
hot outside, but it can happen in- Doctor?
doors, too, like if youre practic- Some cases of dehydration can
ing basketball in a gym. be handled at home. But some-
Kids can also get dehydrated times that isnt enough to get a
when theyre sick. If you have a kid feeling better.
stomach virus, you might throw A kid may need to go to the
up or have diarrhea, or both. On doctor or emergency room if he
top of that, you probably dont or she has a heat-related illness
feel very much like eating or or a virus with vomiting or diar-
drinking. rhea that just wont quit.
If you have a sore throat, you At the hospital, the good news
might find it hard to swallow is that an intravenous (IV) line There is something for everyone at the Kiwanis Health Fair Saturday
food or drink. can get fluids into your body fast. at Thermopolis Middle School.
And if you have a fever, you An IV line is a special tube (like
can lose fluids because water a very thin straw) that goes right
evaporates from your skin in an into your vein, so the liquid goes
attempt to cool your body down.
Thats why your mom or dad tells
right to where your body needs
it most.
Look for us at both the
you to drink a lot of fluids when
youre sick.
It may pinch a little when the
nurse is inserting it, but it will
Thermopolis Health Fair
Signs of
help you feel much better.
and Worland Health Fair
Dehydration Thirst-Quenching We will have providers available at the Health Fair
In addition to being thirsty, Tips
here are some signs that a per- So do you have to drink eight
to review your blood draw results.
son might be dehydrated: glasses of water a day? No, but
feeling lightheaded, dizzy, you do need to drink enough to
or tired satisfy your thirst, and maybe
rapid heartbeat a little extra if youre sick or if 864-5534 347-2449
dry lips and mouth youre going to be exercising. 120 North C Ave. 1125 Charles Ave.
Another sign of dehydration is The best drink is water, of
not urinating as much. Normally, course, but milk is another great
Thermopolis Worland
urine should be a pale yellow col- drink for kids.
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The Thermopolis Middle School Health Fair includes plenty of fun and information for students .
Thermopolis
Fast, Friendly Service
Chiropractic & Acupuncture
443 Big Horn Street for all your prescription needs.
Over 30 years experience, providing Traditional
Chiropractic, Modern Acupuncture, nutritional
supplements and vitamins, MiGun thermal
Conveniently located inside
Blair's Super Market.
massage table, IonCleanse detoxification,
Kinesio Taping and ZYTO biocommunications. We have a Registered Pharmacist on duty at all times
to answer all your health questions.
We look forward to visiting with you at the Health
Fair and will be happy to review natural options
for your health concerns.
864-4044
Dr. Bill F. Hayes, D.C. Toll free: 866 416-3477
864-2369 610 6th St. Mon.-Fri., 9-6 Sat., 9-Noon
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Call 307.527.7501
WestParkHospital.org
Scan the QR code for more information
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Members of the Thermopolis Volunteer Fire Department will be on hand providing safety demonstrations.
Allergy season
With allergy season on the ho- dows and let that refreshing spring
rizon, many people are preparing air come pouring in?
for all the sneezes and sniffles the Unfortunately, that air is typi-
season typically brings. cally accompanied by harmful al-
For longtime allergy sufferers, lergens that can trigger an allergy
the season is one theyd prefer to or exacerbate one thats already
avoid. arrived.
However, there are several ways While it might be impossible to
to prepare for allergy season and en- stop allergens from entering the
sure theres more time spent having home entirely, its not impossible to
fun in the spring sun than fending fight them off once they do come in.
off pesky allergies. Using an air filtration system
Take spring cleaning seriously. will help in your home. With crisp-
Much like allergy season, spring er, cleaner air in the home, fami- How are you doing?
cleaning is a springtime rite of pas- lies are far less likely to succumb
sage for millions of families across to spring allergies. Find out with Wellness Wednesday.
the country. Circulate indoor air. Even if a
When spring cleaning, be sure to homes windows are open, its pos-
do more than just remove a winters sible for indoor air to stagnate on a Offering a menu of test options so you can
worth of clutter. lazy spring day. If air is stagnant, know your numbers and monitor your health.
Molds are dormant during the allergens can settle in and eventu- Every Wednesday 6:30 a.m.11:00 a.m.
winter, but often emerge at the first ally aggravate an existing allergy.
sign of spring. Get to the doctor early. Visit the
To avoid succumbing to any dust- doctor before the arrival of pollen
No appointment required.
or mold-related allergies, clean the and mold season.
house top to bottom, removing any Doctors typically suggest any-
dust that might have settled and thing from prescription nasal
solving any issues with mold that sprays to non-drowsy antihista-
might have developed over the win- mines.
ter months. Regardless of whats prescribed
Emphasize crisp and clean air or suggested, its ideal to start al-
inside the home. Who can blame the lergy medications one to two weeks
family who wants to open the win- before the arrival of allergy season. 400 S. 15th. Bannerhealth.com/Washakie
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The Teddy Bear Clinic returns to the health fair, by popular demand. Children are encouraged to bring their teddy bears, dolls and other
stuffed animals for a health check up.
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Physical therapy
can aid recovery
If youre suffering with pain you have no greater wish than to be rid of
it. Physical therapy can help alleviate the effects of fractures, arthritis
and any number of pain related medical conditions through the use of ex-
ercise, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, traction or deep tissue massage.
Many patients find physical therapy increases their range of motion,
improves their balance, coordination and motor function as well as help-
ing with muscle performance, all through a physician-recommended se-
ries of visits.
Your physical therapist will work through your doctor to create an in-
dividualized program for your recovery that may consist of a few weeks
of visits to long-term care.
In Hot Springs County, there are choices for physical therapy, includ-
ing Leila Porath at the Physical Therapy Clinic and Gottsche Rehabili-
tation and Wellness Center .
Porath specializes in orthopaedic therapy with an emphasis on post-
surgical therapy and pain management.
At Gottsche there are several on staff that are accustomed to working
with patients of all ages. Gottsche has been leading the way for 60 years,
and provide physical therapy, aquatic therapy, occupational therapy and
speech therapy, pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation rehab fitness class-
es, balance training, senior programs, men's and women's wellness, and
therapeutic full body massage.
"Our goal is to improve the health and wellness of people throughout
the Basin. We want to help people with their therapy needs. Our staff
has more than 100 years of combined experience and continues to fur-
ther their education. We want to keep leading the way by staying on top
of current research and programs," stated Gottsche CEO Cheryl Shero.
AIKIDO
OF THERMOPOLIS
Come on out to THE BARN at 388 BUFFALO CREEK RD.
Lets have FUN and just MOVE!
Stretching Breathing
& Centering Exercises Cardio Workout
Circular & Fluid Movements Self-Defense Drills
Reginald Reid, 4th Dan, Instructor Facebook: CowboyAikido
307.480.0011
thermopolisaikido@att.net
www.thermopolisaikido.com
Leila Porath owns and operates the Physical Therapy Clinic. She (307)864-2324
specializes in orthopaedic therapy with an emphasis on pain man- 420 Arapahoe Thermopolis, WY 82443
agement.
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Walking is one of the best things you can do for your health and
to help maintain or lose weight. There are plenty of walking paths
around Hot Springs State Park.
GOTTSCHE
Your Destination is as
Important as Your Journey
Gottsche is committed to you and here to help you however you need it.
Whether you are recovering from an injury, medical procedure or just out
of shape and want to improve your health, Gottsche has you covered either
through our therapy or wellness program.
THERAPY
We are dedicated to helping our
patients achieve their goals succeeding in
rehabilitation therapy.
Physical
Occupational
Speech Therapy
Psychological
Wellness Services
Raegan Stanly SLP
WELLNESS
Let us help you change your life.
Individual Programs for Seniors
Summer and After School programs
Personal Training/Post Rehab
Available