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Prom Night Safety
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 Tips for Staying Safe & Sober on Prom Night
Be prepared to deal with the pressures that come with the territory
Not everyone will be as smart as you. There will be some who will decide to drink or use drugs and try to encourage you to do the same. Don't be caught off guard and say "yes" to something you'll regret. Be ready to say "No" or walk away. Humor often works in these situations and once they realize you're not going to join them, they'll leave you alone.
Plan something fun and stick to the plan
Prom is all about the memories. If you and your friends plan something exciting, off-the-wall and memorable, no one will want to leave to drink or use drugs. You can go for coffee, grab a late night bite or even something silly like karaoke. By making firm plans, everyone will have a say and you'll look forward to just being together. This will be worth far more than one night of bad choices.
Be a leader for others to see
Just like peer pressure works to get others to drink or use drugs, it can also work in a positive way. If you're having a blast and are the life of the party AND you're staying sober, others will take notice. Show them it's possible and actually better to have a good time without being intoxicated. You'll have a great time with no regrets!
Stay with your friends all night
It's fine to go to a party on prom night. For most, that's part of the experience. Just be sure you and your friends take care of each other. Watch your drinks so no one can slip you something and help each other stick to your decision to stay safe & sober. If something does happen, you'll both be in control of your senses and be able to get home safe and sound.
Remember that not everyone made the pledge
Weekends and especially Prom night are the worst times to be on the road. There are more drunk drivers at that time. Be sure to drive carefully and know where you're going. Keep your cell phone charged in case of an emergency and take extra precautions like pausing another second at a red light or stop sign.
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How to Reduce Fat and Cholesterol in Your Child's Diet
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Family eating habits determine what your child will learn to eat and enjoy. Here are some ways you and your family can limit fat and cholesterol in your diets:
- Keep fresh fruits and vegetables available.
- Serve whole-grain bread and cereals.
- Rely on low-fat milk and low-fat yogurt. Select cheeses that are lower in fat, for example.
- Include starchy foods (potatoes, pasta, rice) in your meals.
- Avoid high-fat and high-calorie toppings, including butter, margarine, sour cream, and gravy. Instead, use herbed cottage cheese, grated parmesan cheese, or low-fat yogurt as toppings.
- Serve lean meats, such as chicken, turkey, fish, lean beef cuts (lean hamburger, top loin, top round, eye of round), and lean pork cuts (tenderloin, loin, chops, ham). Cut away visible fat and remove the skin from poultry.
- Select margarine and vegetable oils (canola, corn, olive, sunflower, and soybean oils).
- Choose frozen fruit bars, angel food cake, or low-fat frozen yogurt instead of rich, creamy desserts.
- When cooking, use nonstick vegetable sprays to cut down on added fat.
- Choose fat-free cooking techniques, such as baking, broiling, poaching, grilling, or steaming when preparing meat, fish, and poultry. Do not use butter or margarine when preparing or serving vegetables.
- Serve vegetable-based and broth-based soups. Choose low-fat milk when making cream soups.
Source Caring for Your School-Age Child: Ages 5 to 12 (Copyright © 2004 American Academy of Pediatrics) |
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Is Your Child Sick?
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Late night medical questions that you don't want to call for, or wondering if you child needs to see the doctor?
A new feature on our web site might help. It is called "Is you child sick?" and is found on the home page of our web site. Here, you will find advice on over 100 medical conditions, medication dosages, behavior problems and more. All of the information is from the most trusted source in pediatrics - Barton Schmitt, MD. Check it out! |
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If you choose not to vaccinate...
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Williamsville Pediatrics recommends that you follow the full recommended vaccination schedule as outlined by the CDC. (You can read it here)
If you choose to delay some vaccines or reject some vaccines entirely, there can
be risks. Please follow the steps outlined in this document from the CDC to protect your child, your family, and others.
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MS Walk
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Numerous staff members participated in the MS Walk this year in support of Multiple Sclerosis research. Check out the picture on our Facebook.
Williamsville Pediatrics at MS Walk
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Looking for a reliable source of information on vaccines? The AAP has a great site for parents to research and become informed.
Vaccine FAQ
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 At Williamsville Pediatrics, we are proud to be designated as a "Patient Centered Medical Home" and are NCQA certified.
Our team of highly regarded Board-Certified Pediatricians and Nurse Practitioners are committed to providing exceptional health care for your children. Pediatrics is our passion - come grow with us! Located in Williamsville, a suburb of Buffalo, New York, Williamsville Pediatrics serves the Western New York pediatric needs of the communities of Williamsville, Clarence, East Amherst, Amherst, Depew, Lackawanna and beyond. It has been our pleasure to deliver acute and preventive pediatric care at the highest level since 1989.
Sincerely,
Williamsville Pediatric Center
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