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The Pareto Epidemic… The Pareto principle (also known as the 80:20 rule) states that roughly 80% of the output comes from 20% of the input. In the past few weeks we’ve seen something very similar in the surgery. Following extensive national media coverage regarding Meningitis B, many concerned parents are focussed on getting their children vaccinated. Meningitis B is thankfully very rare and is statistically unlikely to affect your family, although vaccination can take much of the credit for that fact. There are however, many ‘everyday’ factors that are much more likely to impact on our health and the wellbeing of our children, yet we do very little to address their causes. As one of many doctors who see the damage caused by poor diet, lack of exercise and the occasional accident or mishap almost every day, I urge you to invest a proportionate amount of your time and energy in your own wellbeing, and that of your family. Eat well, cook with fresh ingredients and avoid convenience foods as much as you can. Build regular exercise into your family life, walk to school or work, go for family bike rides at the weekend (wearing a safety helmet of course) and take the dog to the park more often. Dr.Walter Abelman JDoc365 Founder and Medical Director PAY LESS TO SEE A PRIVATE DOCTOR… Amelio Healthcare operates an exclusive Members Scheme for JDoc365 patients. Benefits include: PAY LESS to see your JDoc365 doctor * HOME VISITS at preferential rates * FREE Baby Clinic SINGLE or FAMILY membership UNLIMITED family members included * Optional MONTHLY payments Access to PRIVÉ HEALTH privehealth.com ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP SINGLE: £90 or £8/month FAMILY: £120 or £11/month For more details or a membership application form, call Lauren Matlock on 0800 043 1492 For exclusive membership rates, patients must register with Amelio at least 48 hours prior to their appointment * . * Subject to terms and conditions Apple Magazine is designed and produced by nCompass Communications 01707 693131
Accidents will happen By Dr. Dalia Bialostocky Accidental injuries are one of the leading causes of serious harm and death in young children in the UK. Each year two million children under the age of 15 go to A&E having been injured at home, and about 25% of them are under 5 years old. Many more are treated with first aid by their parents. Accidents can be caused by cuts, falls, burns, choking, suffocating, drowning, poisoning and more. Many should initially be treated at home, so as a parent, it is important to have a basic knowledge of first aid – there are many classes available if you need some training. CALL 999 IMMEDIATELY IF YOUR CHILD… stops breathing or is struggling to breathe has a seizure for the first time is unconscious or will not wake up Otherwise take you child to the nearest A&E if: They have a very high temperature and are lethargic Your child is breathing very fast, is panting or very wheezy Your child has a cut that won’t stop bleeding Your child has a limb injury and is unable to use it Your child swallows tablets or any poison If you are not sure what to do, you can contact JDoc365 on 0800 043 1492 or 111 for advice. It is important to prevent accidents by providing close supervision, making your home safe and recognising that accidents are almost a part of growing up. Exploring and playing is essential in any child’s development. If and when an accident happens and the situation can’t be sorted with first aid at home, it is essential to attend an emergency department for medical assessment. Timely care provided by a health practitioner will minimise and often resolve the damage in most cases . APRIL/MAY 2016 3
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Accidents will<br />
happen<br />
By Dr. Dalia Bialostocky<br />
Accidental injuries are one of the leading causes of<br />
serious harm and death in young children in the UK.<br />
Each year two million children under the age of 15 go<br />
to A&E having been injured at home, and about 25% of<br />
them are under 5 years old. Many more are treated<br />
with first aid by their parents.<br />
Accidents can be caused by cuts, falls, burns, choking,<br />
suffocating, drowning, poisoning and more. Many<br />
should initially be treated at home, so as a parent, it is<br />
important to have a basic knowledge of first aid – there<br />
are many classes available if you need some training.<br />
CALL 999 IMMEDIATELY IF YOUR CHILD…<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
stops breathing or is struggling to breathe<br />
has a seizure for the first time<br />
is unconscious or will not wake up<br />
Otherwise take you child to the nearest A&E if:<br />
They have a very high temperature and are lethargic<br />
Your child is breathing very fast, is panting or<br />
very wheezy<br />
Your child has a cut that won’t stop bleeding<br />
Your child has a limb injury and is unable to use it<br />
Your child swallows tablets or any poison<br />
If you are not sure what to do, you can contact<br />
JDoc365 on 0800 043 1492 or 111 for advice.<br />
It is important to prevent accidents by providing close<br />
supervision, making your home safe and recognising<br />
that accidents are almost a part of growing up.<br />
Exploring and playing is essential in any child’s<br />
development.<br />
If and when an accident happens and the situation can’t<br />
be sorted with first aid at home, it is essential to<br />
attend an emergency department for medical<br />
assessment. Timely care provided by a health<br />
practitioner will minimise and<br />
often resolve the damage<br />
in most cases .<br />
<strong>APR</strong>IL/<strong>MAY</strong> <strong>2016</strong> 3
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