Sun Safety

Unlike many of the special days we celebrate each year, the summer solstice is literally thousands of years old. Marking the longest day of the year and typically celebrated in late June, it has been given great meaning by a range of civilizations. This year, take a suggestion from these many different historical groups—from the […]

Sunstroke (also known as heat stroke) is a serious, sometimes life-threatening, condition brought on by overexposure to the sun. Even in the shade or indoors, you could be at risk for heat stroke when the temperature rises. Here’s everything to know about sunstroke and heat stroke to better recognize and treat it.

An Oklahoma day care center has seen its doors shut after several children received serious sunburns while placed there. The day care, which is called Happiness is a Learning Center, is based in Vinita, a small town in northeastern Oklahoma. It was closed on Tuesday after one mother reported that her two sons had received […]

Most people know they should be applying suncreen before heading out on a hot, sunny summer day. But a new study shows that many people still don’t know what to look for in a sunblock product, and it’s a fact that may be leaving some unnecessarily exposed to dangerous ultraviolet light. The study, which was […]

No Canada Day or Fourth of July holiday is complete without a magical night of fireworks and sparklers. However, as shiny and harmless as firecrackers may seem—even the smallest poppers and bangers can cause serious injury… Fireworks Injuries are Prevalent 2015 statistics from the Fireworks Safety Survey, as commissioned by the American Academy of Ophthalmologists, […]

The phrase “you are what you eat” is especially pertinent when it comes to the health of your skin. Studies show that eating a diet rich in the following antioxidant-rich foods can help protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Of course, it’s also wise to pair your healthy diet with a broad-spectrum sunscreen for added skin protection.