- Upset stomach? There are two pretty big reasons why this happens.
- Eating all those sugary treats can cause all types of problems, including an upset stomach. Ration out the treats, especially the first night. You’d do well to make sure the trick-or-treaters have a generous dinner in advance of the activities.
- Have you ever thought of all the different hands that touch the contents of those bags? You’d better be sure to wash hands and any foods prior to ingestion, whether wrapped or unwrapped.
- If vomiting and diarrhea ensue from any food poisoning, review the linked Straight, No Chaser for treatment considerations.
- It can get pretty exciting out there, and kids can easily get distracted. Falls and ankle sprains can be expected on those sugar-induced sprints to the next house.
- Review the linked Straight, No Chaser for treatment considerations.
- Are those tricks too scary? Did the excitement prove too much to handle?
- Review the linked Straight, No Chaser for treatment considerations.
- You must be mindful that all candies are not appropriate for children. Peanuts and candy corn have a nasty habit of getting lodged in the throats of very young children.
- Learn what steps to take in the event this happens. Review the linked Straight, No Chaser for treatment considerations.
Keep in mind that common things happen commonly. The horror tales of legend aren’t likely to be a part of your Halloween, nor are you likely to come across any ghouls, goblins, vampires or zombies unless you come across a Thriller reenactment.
Be safe and have a Happy Halloween!
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