36 THE COURIER SUN • HEALTH • JULY 2, 2015 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.couriersun.com Summer safety tips Stay safe while enjoying the summer sun When packing your bag for outdoor activities this summer, don’t forget these seven summer stand-bys. It is essential that you protect your skin, eyes and body from the summer sun and heat. 1. Sunscreen – “Just one blistering health sunburn can increase your risk of skin cancer,” explains Dr. Shari Lipner, a dermatologist at New York- Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. Use a broad-spectrum, waterresistant sunscreen that protects the skin against both UVA and UVB rays and has an SPF of at least 30. 2. Sunglasses – “Overexposure to the sun not only wreaks havoc on your skin, but can also damage your eyes,” says Dr. George Cioffi , chief of ophthalmology at NewYork-Presbyterian/ Columbia University Medical Center. “Health risks associated with overexposure to the sun include damage to the cornea, tissue growth on the surface of eyes and even cancer of the eyelids. Sun damage may also contribute to the development of cataracts.” 3. Bug Spray – Prevent itchy mosquito bites and protect your skin from illnesses caused by insect bites, such as West Nile virus (caused by mosquitoes), Lyme disease (caused by tick bites) and Rocky Mountain spotted fever (caused by tick bites). You can also wear long sleeved clothing to further protect yourself. 4. Hat – Freckles on the skin may be a sign of sustained sun damage. They generally develop in sun-exposed areas such as the face, chest and arms. You can protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, longsleeved shirt and pants. 5. Water – Hydrate! Headaches, nausea and weakness are all signs of heat exhaustion. Everyone should stay hydrated by drinking water or sports drinks. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which can dehydrate you. 6. Lip Balm (with sunscreen) - Your lips need sunscreen too! Make sure your lip balm is labeled “Broad-Spectrum SPF 30.” Skin cancer can occur on the lips, most commonly on the lower lip. In fact, these cancers are more likely to metastasize than those at most other sites. 7. Petroleum Jelly – Cuts and scrapes are common in the summer months. After cleaning the wound with mild soap and water, use petroleum jelly to keep the wound moist. This will prevent it from drying out and forming a scab, which would take longer to heal. Compiled by New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill-Cornell Medical Center. AWARD WINNING SHORT-TERM REHABILITATION! Little Neck Care Center of the 2013 THE QUEENS QueensCourier.com 260-19 Nassau Blvd., Little Neck, NY 11362 Tel. 718-423-6400 • Fax 718-428-0737 OUR SERVICES: • Newly Renovated Facility • State-of-the-Art Rehabilitation • 24-Hour Nursing Care • Onsite Wound Care and IV Therapy • Post-Surgical and Joint Replacement • Pain Management • 24-Hour On-Call Physicians AMENITIES: • Spacious, Bright and Modern Rooms • Flat Screen TVs And WiFi • Recreational Activities • Beauty/Barber Services • Daily Laundry and Housekeeping • Newspaper and Mail Services • 24/7 Security Coming January 2015 – Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Program www.LittleNeckCareCenter.com Conveniently located off the Long Island Expressway, Exit 32 ACCEPTING MEDICARE, MEDICAID, AND MOST HMOs Multi Specialty Physical Rehabilitation Center SPINAL & SPORTS INJURIES, ARTHRITIS, POST SURGICAL & MORE! • Pain Management • Internal Medicine • Acupuncture • Chiropractic • Physical Therapy We accept most types of Insurance & Workers Compensation Please call to make an appointment: 516-218-2222 40 East Merrick Road, Suite #104 · Valley Stream, NY 11580
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