Keeping a refillable water bottle with you can make it easier to stay hydrated on the go and replenish the water your body loses through sweat. In addition to water, consuming hydrating foods like watermelon, strawberries, cantaloupe, cucumbers and bell peppers can help maintain your fluid levels and regulate your body’ s temperature. Also avoid excessive consumption of caffeinated or alcoholic beverages, which can contribute to dehydration.
Keep Pesky Insects at Bay
Summer evenings are perfect for outdoor activities, but they can also attract mosquitoes, ticks and other pests. Protect yourself and your family by applying insect repellent on top of your sunscreen to all exposed skin and loose-fitting clothing. Reapply as needed, according to the instructions on the package.
Repellant fans, candles, torches and bracelets may be good alternatives to spray or roll-on insect repellants. Wearing long sleeves and pants, especially in wooded or grassy areas, can also help prevent bug bites. Remember to check for ticks after spending time outdoors and, if found, promptly remove them by using clean tweezers and pulling straight upward. Avoid twisting, squeezing or burning ticks, which can lead to the release of saliva or cause the head to break off.
Have Fun in the Water, Safely
Summer is the perfect time to hit the pool, beach or lake, but remember to prioritize safety while enjoying the water. Always swim in designated areas and never swim alone. If supervising children, ensure they are within an arm’ s reach and wearing properly fitting flotation devices.
Avoid alcohol when swimming or super vising swimmers, as it can impair your judgment and reaction times, and be aware of your surroundings, including weather conditions and water currents. Enrolling kids in swimming lessons can also contribute to a safer experience in the water.
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Building Your Summer Scrape Kit
A summer first-aid scrape kit can be a lifesaver for those inevitable bumps, bruises and blisters. Keep your family’ s kit in a waterproof case and in an easily accessible place, such as your car, pool bag or home first-aid cabinet. Make sure to keep it stocked with essentials for cuts, scrapes, burns, blisters and beyond, such as:
• Antiseptic wipes for cleaning wounds
• Antibiotic or antimicrobial ointment to help prevent buildup of bacteria
• Bandages like CURAD Naturals Hydrocolloids with Aloe Vera to treat minor cuts, scrapes and blisters
• Non-latex gloves to protect hands from dirt and germs
• Hydrocortisone cream for bug bites and rashes
• Sunscreen to help prevent sunburn
• Aloe vera gel for sunburn relief
• Water bottles to stay hydrated
• Ear drops for preventing or treating swimmer’ s ear
• Insect repellent to help prevent bug bites
• Tweezers for removing splinters and pests
• Pain-relieving medications such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen
• Ice packs to help slow inflammation and reduce pain
• Thermometer to check temperature
• Other medications for allergies, nausea, congestion and more
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