Healthy American

Category: Sun Safety

  • What Is the UV Index and Why Should You Care?

    What Is the UV Index and Why Should You Care?

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    You open your weather app, check the temperature, and there it is: UV Index: 9. You might glance at it and move on, but that little number holds a lot of power when it comes to your skin and overall health.  So… what is the UV index, exactly? And why should you care about it…

  • How to Stay Active During Summer (Without Overheating or Burning Out)

    How to Stay Active During Summer (Without Overheating or Burning Out)

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    Summer has a way of making us want to move more. Longer days, sunny weather, and the pressure to “make the most of it” can push us to stay active. But the heat? The humidity? The mental and physical burnout? Those are real, too. Whether you’re trying to keep up a fitness routine or just…

  • How to Prevent Heat Stroke and Sunburn

    How to Prevent Heat Stroke and Sunburn

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    Summer is the season of sunshine, long walks, beach days, and backyard BBQs, but too much sun can turn a fun afternoon into a health emergency before you even realize what’s happening. Between rising temperatures and stronger UV rays, heat stroke and sunburn are two of the most common (and preventable) summer health issues. The…