Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer, but not the end of enjoying the outdoors. As people enjoy the great outdoors, it is important to remember that the sun's damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays are still strong in September. That means sunburn and skin damage are as big a risk as ever.
Patient First physicians have offered a few suggestions to help people keep their skin healthy. Sunscreen should always be used, even when the sky is cloudy, and it should be reapplied every two hours. Wide-brimmed hats can be worn to help protect the ears and neck from the sun. To stay hydrated, individuals should drink water throughout the day. Appropriate light-weight clothing should be worn, along with sunglasses that block ultraviolet (UV) rays.
People should take advantage of shade whenever possible. The sun's UV rays are most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Strenuous outdoor activity should be avoided in the heat. Frequent breaks in a cool place should be taken.
All Patient First Medical Centers are open from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. every day of the year. COVID-19 testing also continues at designated Patient First locations. Updates about testing sites, instructions about how to make an appointment, and other information are available at http://www.patientfirst.com/covid-19-testing.
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