Plus: what you need to know about heat releated illness and bug sprays

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Children and families are finally resuming some of their pre-pandemic activities, such as summer camp, vacations and in-person school. However, for some kids, this return will also trigger separation anxiety. Follow these tips from Dr. Julie Heier for dealing with anxiety and making transitions easier ([link removed]) .

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** Heat-related illnesses in kids ([link removed])
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On a hot and sunny summer day, the last thing a child wants to think about is sitting in the shade. Kids produce more heat than adults during activities and sweat less, which is why they are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses, especially on hot, humid days.

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** Is it safe to use bug spray? ([link removed])
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Bug spray with DEET certainly has a use for kids who are camping in a marshy, swampy area with a lot of insects or are otherwise exposed to many biting insects. But heavy-duty bug spray isn’t necessary for everyday use, such as at backyard picnics or barbeques.

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