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High Altitude Health Tips

• Reduce alcohol, caffeine and salty foods.
• Drink 3 or 4 times more water than usual.
• Get plenty of rest before and during your stay.
• Take it easy! Your heart is working harder at this altitude, so quit while you're ahead if you are tired.
• Wear sunscreen - you receive 30% more ultraviolet radiation up here than at sea level!
• Wear sunglasses with ultraviolet protection even on cloudy or snowy days. Your eyes can actually get "snow bum".
• Eat high carbohydrate meals, limiting fat and protein, for the first few days at altitude.
• In winter, keep warm and dry, and be sure clothes are not too tight or cutting off your circulation. Layering is best.

High Altitude Sickness Symptoms
  Headache
  Nausea
  Unusual tiredness
  Trouble sleeping

High altitude sickness symptoms usually go away in a day or two, but if you develop a worsening cough or feel like you have fluid in your lungs - - see a doctor immediately!
When in doubt, seek medical help!

South Park Senior Center, Inc.
6th & Hathaway • P.O. Box 694 • Fairplay, CO 80440 • (719)836-1455
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A gathering place for senior citizens of South Park age 60 years and over.
Social Activities
• Wednesday Lunches • Games and Cards • Making New Friends
All South Park citizens are welcomed to social and educational activities.
Educational Opportunities
• Health • Legal • Safety • Insurance
Crafts and Other Interests
Medical, Shopping and Recreational Trips
Sign up for these trips at the Senior Center
Check our bulletin board for dates, times and destinations
Thrift Store
Maintained as a financial support for the center and service to the community
Thrifty and reasonably priced clothing and household items
no furniture is accepted as a donation
All sponsored by South Park Seniors, Inc.
"By Senior Citizens for Senior Citizens"
$5 LUNCH EVERY WEDNESDAY 11:30 TO 1:00 PM - ALL ARE WELCOME