Keep Your Family Safe How Much Sunshine Is Too Much? To many people, summer is all about heading
SPEND LESS TIME IN THE SUN If you’re planning to spend a significant amount of time in the sun, consider your environment. Will there be plenty of shade? Will you have to bring your own? What’s the best way to step out of the sun for a few minutes? Wearing sunscreen and protective clothing are great ways to shield yourself from UV rays, but it’s important to avoid being in direct sunlight for long periods. Taking a break from the sun gives your body the time it needs to recuperate and helps prevent sunburn and heatstroke. COMMON MYTHS ABOUT SUN EXPOSURE Many people think that a tan is better than a sunburn, but the result of tanning is still sun damage. When your skin tone changes due to the sun, regardless of whether it tans or turns
red, it’s a result of the epidermis reacting to damage caused by UV rays. Both are symptoms of harmed skin. While vitamin D is important, the sun does not contribute to its creation as much as you might think. Doris Day, a New York City dermatologist, explains that if your skin were to constantly produce vitamin D from being in the sun, it would reach toxic levels. Vitamin D is the only vitamin that your body can produce on its own, through a common form of cholesterol or 7-dehydrocholesterol. Spending time in the sun does help vitamin D form, but you need far less exposure than you think.
outside to enjoy the weather. But getting too much sun can be dangerous. To have a fun-filled summer with your family this year, remember that it’s essential to protect yourself from harmful UV rays. COVER UP Covering your skin is one of the best ways to avoid skin damage. Wide-brimmed hats, long-sleeved shirts, and long pants or skirts can protect your skin from direct exposure to UV rays. While this tactic protects you from the sun, it offers poor defense against the heat. So, if you opt for cooler attire, it’s important to cover all exposed skin with a copious amount of sunscreen. Be sure to reapply every two hours for maximum skin protection.
Knowing how to protect yourself from UV rays is the first step to having a safe, fun-filled summer!
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I was sent here for treatment of bursitis of my hips. I kind of dreaded coming because I knew I was going to have to do the kind of activity I don’t really like to do — physical exercise! When I came the first time, one of the people working with me was my former student, Courtney. I felt better already. She was very careful to tell me not to overdo anything to the point of pain. As time progressed, I was treated by very professional and competent people. They kept track of my progress and adjusted my exercises as needed. It became fun! One day after I had worked in my yard, I decided I hurt too badly to come to therapy. I came anyway. I lumbered painfully in and started my exercises. After a few minutes, I realized that I was feeling better. By the time I finished, I wanted to dance out of the gym. I came to Elite for treatment of bursitis in my hip. I had difficulty walking up stairs and putting on socks. Walking was painful. Now, I go upstairs with ease, quickly don my socks, and have little pain. My favorite part of this whole experience is the happy atmosphere. It is like family with therapists and patients. There is laughter, encouragement, people checking up on one another, teasing, and just a joy in life and people. Thanks to Carol, Kelsey, Jessica, Tonya, and Crystal!
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