Batch numbers appear on the container's label. For questions, call Perrigo toll-free at 1-877-546-0454.

Stroke Awareness
If you're over age 55, male, African American, or have a family history of stroke, you are at risk of having a stroke.
A stroke happens when a blood vessel to the brain bursts or is clogged by a blood clot. Signs of a stroke: sudden-severe headache, trouble seeing, confusion, numbness, weakness or trouble standing. Treatment within the first three hours is vital to reduce long-term effects. Maintaining healthy weight, better diet, stop smoking, limit your alcohol intake and get regular check-ups. Source: Florida Department of Health

• African Americans and Strokes
• Key signs & the simple test
• PREVENTION!

  Skin Cancer
  African Americans should use sunscreen also...Check your body regularly for signs of melanoma that can come in unsuspected places on your body, i.e. your scalp, back of your neck, between your toes. See a dermatologist if you're not sure. www.discoveryhealth.com

  Hearing loss
  Excessive noise and aging are common problems for hearing loss. Sound level should not exceed 80 decibels, wear ear plugs when the level is over that. Clean your ears gently and never with a foreign object that will push the wax further down your ear---this causes other problems. See your doctor right away.

  Weight
  An "age old" battle and surveys show that most Americans would rather lose their job rather than be fat. Check your daily calorie intake - the daily minimum for women is 1600 calories and 2000 for men. Exercise is vital to keep the weight off and prevent heart disease, stroke and other diseases. Source: USA Today

  Water Safety
  Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for infants and young children under 4 in Florida. Range of programs available (and some are FREE) that will teach your kids to swim. Contact the Orlando Aquatics Department at www.cityoforlando.net and the YMCA Safe Start Program at 407-363-1911

  Substance Abuse
  

• For tips on how to stop drinking and using drugs go online www.ahrq.gov
• Tips on how to stop smoking go online www.cdc.gov

  Depression & Mental Health
  Mental health issues in the African American community go undetected because of pride and misinformation. Depression, bi-polar disorder and other mental health issues can be helped through counseling and medication.
  Signs of depression include sleep or eating patterns change mood swings or you just can't chase away the blues-see a doctor. For more info, visit www.blackwomenshealth.com

  Healthy Eyes
  Daily eye care is necessary for healthy eyes. To avoid eyestrain,

• Use plenty of light when reading
• When using your computer, keep the screen slightly below eye level and adjust the brightness and contrast
• Wash your face daily; remove all eye makeup
• Wash your hands regularly (especially after handling food products)
• Wear sunglasses with 100% UVA and UVB protection
• Parents protect your children's eyes from small and projectile eye pieces
• Wear safety glasses if their required
• Get your eyes examined annually - early detection of vision change or eye disease is important.
  Keeping your eyes healthy www.uihealthcare.com