Safety

Say No to Indoor Tanning

HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS ARE calling for greater restrictions on tanning beds—and for good reason. The American Cancer Society, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Dermatology all agree that tanning beds should be restricted or banned. “We already know that ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, tanning beds, and sun lamps is dangerous,” says …

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Men, Don’t Skip Out on Checking In

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Reluctance to schedule routine checkups can prevent early intervention for a number of diseases that become more challenging to treat as they progress.   ESTABLISHING A RELATIONSHIP with a primary care physician while you’re healthy can allow for simpler, less invasive, and more effective treatments. Many diseases, such as cancer and heart disease, can be treated much …

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A Winter Worry Land

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WINTER HEALTH WORRIES? Summit Healthcare can help you stay safe. When you’re surrounded by electric heaters, heated blankets, and all-wheel drive vehicles, it may seem like we’ve conquered hazardous winter conditions. Not so fast. In just a span of four years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 6,600 U.S. residents died from …

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Protecting Yourself from UV Rays

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a few sunburns can increase a child’s risk of skin cancer. If you’re looking to enjoy fun activities in the sun, the CDC has some safety tips to protect your children from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Stay in the shade: The sun’s UV …

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May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month

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Healthcare professionals from around the country reinforce the importance of detecting and preventing skin cancer with awareness campaigns. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. The two common forms are basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. The most dangerous is melanoma. If detected early and treated the right way, skin …

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CDC HEADS UP Concussion Information

CDC HEADS UP is rolling out a new resource. It offers a simple way for you to find HEADS UP tools and concussion safety information. You will find links to popular HEADS UP resources, such as trainings and videos, as well as new sports-specific safety tips.  

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