Hot weather is here, and that means both dogs and their owners can enjoy more outdoor activities. But a Kansas State University veterinarian says hot weather can be dangerous for dogs.
With the official beginning of summer, physicians at UMDNJ-SOM who specialize in treating children and the elderly are urging special precautions to protect those who are most vulnerable to the dangers of this season’s heat and humidity.
This year marks the 10th Lightning Safety Awareness Campaign, June 20-26. Spearheaded by the National Weather Service, the campaign has reduced death and injury from lightning strikes in the U.S., with average annual deaths dropping from 72 to 40 in the last decade.
On Sunday, many fathers will settle in for a BBQ, go fishing with the kids or play with a new electronic gadget. For one dad, having his whole family home is the best gift he could hope for. Nich and his wife Jennie Pollak, 25, of Albion, Mich., had tried for a year to give their 4-year-old daughter a sibling. The young family was stunned, however, when one month on a low-dose fertility drug led to Jennie becoming pregnant with quadruplets. Read more below about this family's heartwarming story.
As the nation’s school children begin their summer vacations, parents hoping to keep their children engaged in the learning process may want to encourage them to slow down and savor a good book.
As the nation’s school children begin their summer vacations, parents hoping to keep their children engaged in the learning process may want to encourage them to slow down and savor a good book.
An in-depth analysis by the AANS, utilizing just-released 2009 head injury statistics from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission yielded some alarming trends. According to the AANS analysis, there were an estimated 446,788 sports-related head injuries treated at U.S. hospital emergency rooms in 2009, an increase by nearly 95,000 from the prior year. Many of these injuries are preventable.
New research finds men are 24 percent less likely than women to have visited their doctor; public service ads launch as part of Men’s Health Week.
With the Fourth of July weekend rapidly approaching, what better time to watch a new American Chemical Society (ACS) video on the dos and don’ts of cooking your favorite foods on the barbecue grill? The ACS video showcases a lecture on the topic by Shirley O. Corriher, an award-winning author, and Sara J. Risch, Ph.D., a noted food chemist.
Instead of another tie or garden tool, a more meaningful gift for Dad this Father’s Day is good prostate health. Experts at New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center say one way to promote that is to encourage Dad to get checked for prostate cancer, whether through his doctor or through a community screening.
Fathers’ Day is something of an empty holiday in many urban communities where men are often disconnected from family life, but social workers can make a difference against those odds. African-American fathers in particular could benefit from the attention.
As summer approaches, many step up skin protection from harmful UV rays, yet aren’t as vigilant about their eyes. Optometrists at UH are involved in a campaign to change this way of thinking.
“If you’ve gone to the admirable effort of buying and applying sunscreen, make sure it’s working while you wear it,” says Dr. Quenby Erickson, a Saint Louis University dermatologist.
Men are much less likely than women to see their doctors -- some are simply afraid of what their doctor might find. But with Father's Day coming up, now is a good time for dads to take stock of their health.
The Journal of Travel Medicine recently published an article on insect bite avoidance that calls repellents a “key strategy,” noting that DEET is “the gold standard” and “the best broad spectrum repellent available.
Hearing facts, sound levels and protection tips for summer.
This summer a variety of top physicians at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital are offering health advice to help survive the travails that come with one of the most active seasons of the year. The full releases are copied below.
Kids need to recharge mentally over summer vacation. But if they skip reading and writing from June to August, they’ll lose skills learned during the previous school year, says Debbie Corpus, a professor of education at Butler University, who specializes in reading instruction. To help keep those skills limber, parents should provide summer reading T.A.F. — time, access and fun.
Take extra care at your Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day celebrations this year by ensuring that accidents do not interfere with summer fun. Dr. Roger Yurt, director of the Hearst Burn Center of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, recommends the following safety tips to avoid burns from barbecues, fireworks and other routine activities that can pose a hazard this season.
Half the battle in knowing how to properly protect oneself from skin cancer is being able to separate fact from fiction. Unfortunately, some myths about tanning and sun protection are deep rooted and could mislead people into thinking that tanning is safe – when, in reality, nothing could be further from the truth. Now, a new survey by the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy) sets the record straight on some of the most common myths and what people believe to be true about tanning and sun protection.
As Memorial Day Weekend and the start of summer beach season fast approach, New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center is making experts available to discuss the risks of developing skin cancer and what steps can be taken to prevent it.
Loyola University Health System Pediatrician gives summer safety tips.
Leaving the potato salad out too long can lead to big problems.
When it comes to tanning, dermatologists have long suspected that most people need an attitude adjustment. Now, results of a new survey by the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy) confirmed that the majority of people still idolize the bronzed look of a tan despite wanting to protect themselves from skin cancer.
Ryerson University experts are available to offer insight on summer news stories, from air pollution to eco-friendly vacation spots.
Through the annual Volunteen Program at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, adolescents dedicate their summer vacation to helping children, while learning important lessons.
Some tips on things an entering freshman can do over the summer to make the transition to college easier.
Experts at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are encouraging women to be creative and use parasols to protect delicate skin from the sun.
SLU researcher finds sense of belonging, shared goals help obese children become more fit.
Choosing an ergonomic tool can help gardening enthusiasts significantly reduce discomfort and fatigue and reduce injuries according to Occupational Therapist Dr. Paula Kramer at University of the Sciences.
There are millions of vacation destinations to visit this summer and thousands of sights to see, but there is one surefire way to ruin your trip -- getting sick. Although you may not be thinking about viruses and bacterial infections when you plan your trip, there are a few nasty bugs you should be aware of as you pack your bags.
Take extra care at your Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day celebrations this year by ensuring that accidents do not interfere with summer fun. Dr. Roger Yurt, director of the Hearst Burn Center of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, recommends the following safety tips to avoid burns from barbecues, fireworks and other routine activities that can pose a hazard this season.
The summer is fast approaching and sports players will soon fill the courts, fields, greens and trails looking to get back in shape and practice their game. However, this also means there are plenty of opportunities for cuts and bruises, ankle sprains, muscle strains, and knee injuries, to name a few.
Most people have fond memories of their camping experiences, but for parents, the anxiety of preparing for those days can be agonizing.
The dog days of summer are fast approaching, and while we cannot control the rising temperatures on the streets, we can control the heat index of our bodies.
For most people, summer is the season for wearing light clothing and enjoying the outdoors, but those who have gained weight over the winter are probably not eager to throw on a swimsuit or pair of shorts.
Overexposure to the sun can wreak havoc on your eyes. Sun damage can cause severe conditions such as photokeratitis (sunburn to the cornea), pterygium (tissue growth on the whites of eyes that can block vision), and skin cancer on the eyelids, and has been implicated in the development of cataracts and possibly macular degeneration as well.
The summer is a great season for getting in shape. Whether by playing a sport, an aerobic exercise routine, or just returning to that familiar running path -- this is the time for activity.
It's never too early to start protecting yourself against sun damage, and if you are a teenage girl this message is especially important.
Economy-minded consumers who want protection from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays — but rather not pay premium prices for sun-protective clothing — should think blue and red, rather than yellow. The study is scheduled for the Nov. 4 issue of ACS’ Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research, a bi-weekly journal.
An estimated 200 people die each year in the U.S. after being struck by lightning. An extremely brief but intense hit delivers more than 10 million volts and is fatal in about 30 percent of cases. Most survivors have significant complications. Lightning presents a grave risk of death, warns Shreni Zinzuwadia, M.D., an emergency department physician at UMDNJ-The University Hospital and instructor of surgery at the UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School. Zinzuwadia tells you how to avoid a lightning strike and what to do if one occurs.
Athletes, elderly people, outdoor workers, and others are all at risk of heat stroke during hot weather. This news release describes the warning signs and how to protect your health.
Summer's here and you're ready to get outside and exercise. Before you do, you might want to check out the heat index. Whether a competitor or a weekend runner, cycler or hiker, when the heat index is high it will have an effect on the body. When you get into extremely high temperatures or high humidity, "It's wise to check the heat index before working out to avoid heat exhaustion or heat stroke," said Gary Sforzo, professor of exercise and sport sciences at Ithaca College. Satellite uplink available on campus.
July is Ultraviolet light (UV) Safety Awareness Month. Lisa Park, MD, clinical assistant professor in the department of ophthalmology at NYU Langone Medical Center is urging Americans this summer to protect their eyes from the harmful rays of the sun.
According to the American Cancer Society, most of the more than 1 million cases of non-melanoma skin cancer diagnosed yearly in the United States are considered to be sun-related. Melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, accounts for about 8,110 of the 10,850 deaths due to skin cancer each year. Medical experts believe that too much exposure to the sun in childhood or adolescence is a major cause of skin cancer and premature skin aging later in life.
Summer isn't always fun in the sun. Intense sunlight, hot and humid temperatures, poisonous plants and biting insects can cause a host of skin problems. The June issue of Mayo Clinic Women's HealthSource offers ways to prevent and treat common summer skin problems.
As an emergency room doctor and professor of pediatric emergency medicine at Saint Louis University for nearly 30 years, there is not much Tony Scalzo, M.D., hasn't seen. He says the six most common summer dangers for children include: ATVs; trampolines; bikes, inline skates and skateboards; drowning; car accidents; heat and dehydration.
Families staying closer to home this summer for economic reasons, can turn to the National Wildlife Federation's expanded on-line tool, NatureFind (www.nwf.org/naturefind/) to help them escape to the great outdoors. NatureFind maps outdoor activities and events ranging from nature trails, campsites, aviaries and zoos to wildlife preserves and local, state and national parks. It can help you plan a weekend hiking trek or a lazy afternoon exploring nature in a nearby park.
The persistent cool and damp weather in the Northeast this spring put many outdoor activities on hold. With the weather finally improving, many people will head outdoors, and when they do, they are likely to ticks lurking, ready to latch onto the next warm-blooded body that comes by. "And that could spell serious health trouble," warns Dr. Chad Richmond, a UMDNJ family physician.
Summer's brutal heat brings with it the dangers of skin-scorching sunburn, heartbreaking accidents and deadly dehydration. Summer is also the time when travel season peaks, as people journey to various locations for rest and relaxation, to enjoy water activities and take a "time out." Healthcare specialists from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston offer advice and tips to beat the heat and stay safe this summer.
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