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A child uses a pool noodle to stay afloat while an adult supervises behind them
June 9, 2025/Children's Health

Pool Safety: How To Keep Kids Safe in the Water

Keep kids safe while they swim by staying vigilant and setting up a safe pool environment

Person on the beach in the sun, sun burnt
May 22, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Are Sunburns and Sun Poisoning the Same?

A sunburn will leave you itchy and red, while sun poisoning can feel like an allergic reaction

Beach chair on sunny beach, with umbrella and bottles of SPF
May 20, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

What the SPF in Your Sunscreen Means

SPF stands for ‘sun protection factor’ — it’s a measure of how much protection you’re getting before a sunburn is possible

Person in bathroom looking in mirror washing face with fingers
March 5, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Easy Steps for a Simple Skin Care Routine

Your skin care routine doesn’t need to be overly involved — or expensive

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May 23, 2024/Primary Care

12 Summer Health Risks To Watch Out For

From bug bites and blisters to sunstroke and swimming safety, here’s how to stay well this season

Person applying lip balm and smoothing it over lips after application.
October 13, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Are Lip Balms and Chapsticks Bad for You? And Could They Be Addictive?

Pay attention to the ingredients in your favorite products — and how often you’re using them

people of color and sunscreen
July 11, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Why Sunscreen Is an Important Tool for People of Color

Having darker skin tones doesn’t automatically offer protection from the sun

Aerial view of ocean with beach umbrellas and people swimming.
April 6, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Will a Beach Umbrella Protect You From the Sun?

Research shows that umbrella shade is less effective than sunscreen for preventing sunburn

A person receiving a medical skin treatment above their lips at a doctor's office
March 24, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

What Is a Melasma Mustache and How To Avoid Getting One

The upper lip discoloration is caused by factors like sun exposure, hormones and medications

person on beach applying sunscreen
March 23, 2023/Exercise & Fitness

Love Outdoor Workouts and Sports? Don’t Forget Your Sunscreen

Make sure you use a high SPF formula, apply enough and reapply throughout the day

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