{"id":10178,"date":"2020-07-02T15:44:39","date_gmt":"2020-07-02T19:44:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fireflyin.org\/?p=10178"},"modified":"2025-02-25T12:06:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-25T17:06:37","slug":"tips-to-keep-your-family-safe-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fireflyin.org\/cnh\/resources\/news-library\/tips-to-keep-your-family-safe-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"TIPS TO KEEP YOUR FAMILY SAFE THIS SUMMER"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s summertime which means it\u2019s time to get outside and enjoy all that summer has to offer. Although Summer 2020 will be a summer like no other with the stress and modifications due to COVID19,\u00a0there are still plenty of things to do to make lasting memories.\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

AS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TAKE IN ALL THAT THIS SUMMER HAS TO OFFER, REMEMBER THESE HELPFUL TIPS TO KEEP YOUR FAMILY SAFE.<\/strong><\/h6>\n

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SUN SAFETY<\/h3>\n

Sunscreen<\/strong><\/p>\n

It can certainly be challenging to remember to\u00a0apply sunscreen 30 minutes before going outdoors<\/strong>. But that’s exactly what you and your kids should do! Even on cloudy days, up to 80 percent of the sun’s UV rays can penetrate the skin1<\/sup>.<\/p>\n

Dermatologists recommend using a sunscreen with an\u00a0SPF of at least 30<\/strong>, which blocks 97 percent of the sun’s UVB rays. Reapply every two hours, or more often if you are swimming or sweating.<\/p>\n

Read more here<\/a>\u00a0about choosing the best sunscreen for kids and infants.<\/p>\n

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Sun-Protective Clothing & Gear<\/strong><\/p>\n

Another way to protect your family from the sun is by dressing in hats, tightly-woven cotton or\u00a0UV clothing<\/a>, and wearing sunglasses. You don’t need to spend a lot on kid sunglasses\u2014research has shown that inexpensive sunglasses that are labeled as protective for UVA and UVB are effective in blocking the sun’s harmful rays.<\/p>\n

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PROTECT AGAINST BUGS<\/h3>\n

Bugs bites can be so itchy and annoying during the summertime. Four insects that you may find especially annoying this summer are mosquitoes, ticks, yellow jackets, and biting flies.\u00a0Don\u2019t forget to keep insect repellent handy<\/strong>\u00a0to keep you and your kids safe from not only the itchy bites, but also potential diseases like Lyme Disease and West Nile Virus.<\/p>\n

Many insect repellents are made with\u00a0Deet<\/a>, an effective insecticide, but extremely toxic and can be fatal if swallowed. If this makes you hesitant, there are alternatives to DEET-containing\u00a0repellents that are natural.<\/a>\u00a0Keep in mind that you can always talk to your\u00a0pediatrician<\/a>\u00a0about which insect repellent is right for your family.<\/p>\n

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Here are a few more tips to stay clear of pesky insects this summer:<\/strong><\/p>\n