{"id":7383,"date":"2023-06-23T09:00:40","date_gmt":"2023-06-23T14:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aipflorida.com\/?p=7383"},"modified":"2023-06-24T19:32:03","modified_gmt":"2023-06-25T00:32:03","slug":"7-essential-summer-safety-tips-for-all-ages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aipflorida.com\/es\/blog\/7-essential-summer-safety-tips-for-all-ages\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Essential Summer Safety Tips For All Ages."},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s still summer, and we have a few more weeks to soak up the sun and the outdoors before the weather cools down. But summer adventures aren\u2019t without some risks, from damage and injuries caused by the sun and heat to water-related and environmental accidents.<\/span><\/p>\n


\nWhether you\u2019re spending the summer months at the pool,\u00a0tackling yard work<\/a>, or traveling to new destinations for a beach vacation or hiking, knowing how to stay safe is vital for all ages. Here are our top safety tips for keeping everyone in your family healthy and happy this summer.<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep your family safe from #Sunburn, #HeatStroke, and other illnesses this August. On the #MedStarHealth blog, Drs. Meghann Kirk and Joanne Liu share their top summer safety tips: https:\/\/bit.ly\/3oT4Il4.<\/h5>\n

Remember these summer safety tips.<\/h2>\n

1. Be prepared for anything by checking the weather before you head outside.<\/h3>\n

The weather can be unpredictable, but thanks to our smartphones, we can access weather predictions anytime, anywhere, even for impromptu trips. It\u2019s important to adequately prepare for the weather and your surroundings, especially if you are traveling or far from home. (And, keep that cell phone nearby in case of an emergency!) When you know the approximate temperature, you can plan to dress accordingly. Knowing what the weather will be like can also help you determine what to bring to help keep you safe, protected from the sun, and hydrated.<\/p>\n


\nIt\u2019s also good to stay on top of something called the UV index, which indicates how much ultraviolet (UV) radiation is expected from the sun. The higher the UV index, the more at risk you are of overexposure and sun damage. This is important to know because the UV index can be surprisingly high on cloudy days when the sun is out of view. If the UV index is over three, you should take additional precautions to\u00a0protect your skin from the sun<\/a>, like wearing sunscreen and sun-protective clothing, hats, and sunglasses.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Lather on sunscreen anytime you’re outdoors.<\/h3>\n

Unprotected skin can quickly burn in the sun, which can cause immediate and long-term damage. Sunburn is a common summer injury, but early and frequent exposure to the sun can also lead to skin cancer, including melanoma, which can be deadly.\u00a0<\/span>Wearing sunscreen<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is one of the best summer safety tips to ensure you stay healthy now and in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

The American Academy of Dermatology recommends that people of all ages use sunscreen that:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n