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health beat Fair Coverage Protecting yourself from the sun is serious business—and the lighter your skin, the greater your risk for melanoma. in fact, whites are at 10 times greater risk than africanamericans, and having fair skin, freckles, or red or blond hair further increases your chances, according to the american Cancer society. Whatever your skin tone, here are ways to cut your melanoma risk: Pool Protocol Good apply 1 oz. (equivalent to two tablespoons) of sunscreen with an sPf of at least 15 about 30 minutes before heading outdoors, and every two hours thereafter (more if you sweat or swim). better Cover up as much as you comfortably can, opting for lightweight, tightly woven fabrics. add a wide-brimmed hat and large-framed, wraparound sunglasses for head-to-toe safety. best because the sun’s ultraviolet rays are most intense during the middle of the day (between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.), try to limit your outdoor activities to the early morning or evening. 4 | suMMer 2010 Kids think of summer as a carefree season full of fun. but for parents who own a pool or spa, they can’t just throw caution to the wind. nearly 300 children under 5 drown in swimming pools and spas each year, and more than 3,000 end up in the emergency room, the Consumer Product safety Commission estimates. Here are five tips from the agency to safeguard your kids around the pool this summer. RR Constantly monitor children around water, and always have a designated “pool watcher” on duty. RRlearn to swim, and make sure your children learn, too. RR teach your children pool safety tips, like how to dive safely, use the slide and avoid drains or other suction outlets. RRKeep small children from wandering into your backyard pool area unsupervised by erecting Ownin a 4-foot-high barrier g and o big res ponsib perating a po with self-closing and ility, so o possib take ev l is a le to self-latching gates— around prevent injur ery step ies in a and ensure they poolsa your pool or n spa. Vis d fety.g always are closed. ov and it of the watch videos one on p RRbe prepared for an drown reventing ing. emergency by learning E Your arn Water Wings CPr, first aid and basic water rescue skills, and keep a phone with you at all times. illustration by travis foster  http://www.poolsafety.gov

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Central Carolina HEALTH - Summer 2010

Central Carolina HEALTH - Summer 2010
Contents
Health Beat
Double the Love
Balancing Acts
Heart Smart
Q+A

Central Carolina HEALTH - Summer 2010

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