IMPROVE HEALTH EVERY DAY
KEEP YOUR EYES SAFE In addition to keeping your skin protected from the summer sun, be sure to keep your eyes safe as well. In some circumstances, sun exposure can have both short- and long-term negative effects on your eye health. Here are some tips to help keep your eyes happy and healthy:
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Choose appropriate eyewear for outdoor activities. Whether you are in the water, on the beach, mowing the lawn or watching a sporting event, choose the right gear to block out sun rays, dust, water and other particles. Put on a hat. Head coverings like baseball caps and wide-brimmed hats can help prevent direct eye exposure to sunlight. Take out your contacts before swimming. Going on a swim with contacts can result in eye infections and severe irritation.
SUMMER 2022
Take the Sting Out of Summer Statistically, it’s reasonably likely that you, a friend or a family member will be stung by a bee this summer. Beyond dealing with the pain caused by the initial sting, it’s essential to know how to remove the stinger properly, should it become lodged in the skin. While tweezers may seem like a good go-to tool in this situation, squeezing the stinger may actually cause more venom to be released, making the problem even worse. Instead of tweezers, use a sterilized needle (or your fingernail, if long enough) to scrape away the stinger as quickly as possible. Once the stinger is removed, wash the affected area well. Ice or a cool compress may then be used to relieve any remaining pain or discomfort.
