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Summer Safety

Summer Safety Campaign ImageSummer is the season for relaxing, having fun and spending time with your family and friends.

  • When spending time outside, it’s important to protect your skin and eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
  • When preparing food on a grill – such as the healthy recipes from Operation Live Well’s Grill and Chill cookbook -- always follow the grill manufacturer’s instructions and proper food safety procedures.
  • Summertime is a prime time for use of motorcycles and bikes. Remember to wear a helmet and follow basic biker safety instructions.
  • Independence Day celebrations and outdoor parties are an enjoyable part of the summer. Make sure to drink alcoholic beverages responsibly and never let anyone drink and drive.

Resources & Links

American Red Cross

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Federal Emergency Management Agency

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center

U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center

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Physicians urge caution to avoid heat-related illnesses

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8/12/2016
Avoiding heat or having enough time to adjust to temperatures may not always be an option – especially for those in the military community.

Physicians are encouraging people to stay cool and healthy this summer by taking preventive measures

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Staying hydrated requires more than water, physicians warn

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8/3/2016
If the body is dehydrated, its balance of electrolytes, sodium and potassium is thrown off, which can cause muscle soreness, muscle breakdown, fatigue, lightheadedness, dizziness or even kidney problems. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Marcus Floyd)

MHS is encouraging those working or exercising outdoors this summer to stay ahead of thirst and its consequences by following some helpful tips

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Exercise and breathing in summer

Article
7/29/2016
Marines of conduct jumping exercises. Exercising outdoors can be uncomfortable and sometimes unhealthy when it’s hot and humid, but there are ways to work out through the weather woes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Exercising outdoors can be uncomfortable and sometimes unhealthy when it’s hot and humid

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Hydration key to summer fun

Article
7/28/2016
With the current heat wave and temperatures often soaring to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, it is important to take the proper precautions when spending time outdoors.

Bodies need to have an adequate amount of water to maintain the proper balance of electrolytes to function properly

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Summer safety: Learn risks of head injuries in baseball

Article
7/25/2016
Helmets are lined up on the grass for a Youth Sports team during their practice in front of W. W. Ashurst Elementary School at Marine Corps Base Quantico. Baseball and softball are popular summer pastimes, but most people don’t connect these two sports with head injuries. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Antwaun L. Jefferson)

Baseball and softball are popular summer pastimes, but most people don’t connect these two sports with head injuries

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Zika: Protecting Children from Mosquito Bites at Camp

Fact Sheet
7/20/2016

This CDC fact sheet targeted to parents, provides tips to keep their children healthy while at camp.

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Zika: Protecting Camp Staff and Staffers

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7/20/2016

This CDC fact sheet targeted to Camp Administrators provides tips to keep staff and campers healthy while at camp.

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Army public health promotes free tick-testing program

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7/18/2016
Deer Tick

The Army Public Health Center provides a tick identification and testing service for DoD health clinics in the continental United States

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Summer safety tip: Protect your head while biking

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7/14/2016
Sam Crabtree, tank mechanic, Exercise Support Division, speeds downhill during the Annual Earth Day Mountain Bike Ride April 13, 2016.

Summer is the time to enjoy outdoor activities – whether jet skiing in the ocean on a hot day or navigating rough terrain during a bike ride through mountains

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Summer safety: Heat and fireworks

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6/28/2016
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Heat and fireworks safety tips

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Food poisoning prevention made easy

Article
6/27/2016
When it comes to cooking, temperature is the key. The CDC cautions that is important to cook food to the right temperature and that the only way to know for sure is to use a food thermometer. Judging when food is "done" simply by its color or texture is not always accurate and unsafe.

The four things to remember in order to help prevent food poisoning are: cook, clean, chill and separate

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MHS experts offers summer advice from fighting bugs to knowing where to go for medical help

Article
6/23/2016
Warmer weather naturally draws more people to pools, lakes, rivers and the ocean. Keep an eye on each other, especially children. He said despite soaking in water, people can become dehydrated. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Charles Santamaria)

Whether it’s keeping bugs away or knowing how to get help, check out these tips to have safer summer vacation travel.

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Bike helmet keeps Marine on safe path

Article
6/13/2016
Marine Corps Reserve Maj. Eve Baker always wears her helmet when she rides her bicycle.

Wearing a bicycle helmet when going out for a ride most likely saved the life of one Marine; read more about her and what you should know about getting the proper fit for your bike helmet

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Baby your baby: Summer safety for kids

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6/9/2016
Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Alex Luna teaches a student at about water safety and how to properly wear his life jacket.

Summer safety should be a top priority for everyone, especially parents with small children

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Practice safe sun

Article
6/7/2016
Wear sunglasses to cover the skin around your eyes and help prevent eye damage. Marine Staff Sgt. Pablo Nieto sweeps a compound during a patrol near Patrol Base Boldak.

Ultraviolet rays and can damage your skin after only 15 minutes of exposure

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