summer safety

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True or False? Sun Safety

How bright are you when it comes to sun protection? Take our quiz to find out.

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5 Items You Need to Have Fun in the Sun

Throw some shade at skin cancer with these protective products and tips

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I Thought I Knew About the Dangers of Summer Heat

My normal weekend hike almost turned deadly

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Knowing How Heat and Humidity Affect Your Body Can Help You Stay Safe During Heat Waves

The human body is an amazing machine, but like all machines, it functions effectively and safely only under certain conditions

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Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Skin Cancer

Skin cancer affects 3 million people a year. Here's how to do your best to avoid being one of them.

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5 Easy Ways to Get Healthier This Summer—and All Year Long

With its longer days and warmer weather, summer gives you the perfect opportunity to develop good habits that will carry you into the colder months.

9 Easy Ways to Help Your Skin Survive Summer

9 Easy Ways to Help Your Skin Survive Summer

Summer is a great time to get outdoors and relax, but it can be hard on your skin. Check out these tips to help your skin survive summer.

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Are Spray Sunscreens Safe?

Sunscreen is vital for protecting against skin cancer, but the jury is still out on the safety and effectiveness of spray-on sunscreens. If you're going to use spray sunscreen, follow these tips.

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Is Lyme Disease Curable?

Lyme disease can be tough to diagnose, but if it is diagnosed early and treated quickly, you will improve rapidly and completely. 


How to Use Sunscreen the Right Way

How to Use Sunscreen the Right Way

Time outdoors is healthy, but it's important to use sunscreen the right way to protect your skin.

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5 Easy Ways to Have Your Healthiest Summer Ever

Set some goals—from sleeping more and showing gratitude to shedding pounds and eating whole grains—to make this season your healthiest summer yet.

Why Using Sunscreen Is Not Enough

Why Using Sunscreen Is Not Enough

The warm weather looks like it's dug in its heels, I'm remembering that as much as I love it, it takes a certain amount of caution and planning.

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How Much Water Do We Really Need to Drink?

The plain truth-and something we all know-is that we all need water. It regulates the temperature of our body, lubricates and cushions our joints, protects our spinal cord and helps get rid of wastes through urination, perspiration and bowel movements.