Fresh air is always the answer, but once we head outside to enjoy the summer weather, we face intense sunlight and/or temperatures, annoying bugs and energized kids who have a tendency to substitute fun for safety. The good news: taking…
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the country, and the majority of these cancers are caused by sun exposure. Skin makes up the body’s largest organ and has two layers: the outer layer called the epidermis…
As if 2020 has not brought enough headaches, tiny black biting bugs have invaded our fun outdoor activities. Whether you are raking leaves, picking out your pumpkin at the local patch or going for a walk, these biting bugs are…
There have been rumors that COVID-19 cannot spread in the sun or heat, but is this true? Memorial Health System chief medical officer Dr. Rajesh Govindaiah says the claim is wrong. “While some viral illnesses like the flu act seasonally,…
Gym and fitness facilities in Illinois were closed for months, but they are now open for indoor use with restrictions. While you may be excited to hit the gym again, it is important to continue take precautions says Memorial Health…
It’s the unofficial end of summer – the Labor Day cookout. The weather is pleasantly warm, fruits and veggies are still in season, and family and friends are off for the holiday. But before you warm up the grill, marinate…
Many families have been schooled on the “big” summer safety issues that threaten the well-being of children including water safety around the pool, fireworks precautions and the importance of using sunscreen and sunglasses on your little ones. But what about…
Your mom said it, so it must be true, right? We’ve all heard them. Old wives’ tales you grew up with like, “Kids should wait 30 minutes after eating before hopping back in the pool,” and “a good base tan…
Summer is in full swing, and your schedule is packed with pool parties, barbeques, ballgames and more. Everyone around you seems more positive and energetic — except you. Regardless of the season, depression can make the whole world dark and…
Even camels can die from dehydration—those humps are filled with fat, not water. But you don’t have to exist in a desert to be vulnerable to the symptoms and effects of dehydration, especially during the summer when increased activity and…