Don’t let sunburn, poison ivy, and jellyfish stings sabotage your healthy skin. Learn about these and other dangers so you can stay safe this summer.
You may hear about outbreaks of sea lice causing an itchy, red rash at your favorite Florida or Caribbean beach this summer. The name is a little off, though. The critters that cause the rash known as seabather’s eruption are tiny jellyfish called sea thimbles. The itch usually starts after you get out of the water. It affects skin that was covered by your bathing suit, T-shirt, wetsuit, or whatever you had on.
Flip-flops are fine for the beach, the pool, and the locker room, where they can stomp out athlete’s foot. But don’t run, walk long distances, or play sports in them. You could sprain an ankle.You’re not likely to cross hiking paths with a bear. But if one sees you and takes notice:Wave your arms slowly so it sees that you’re not prey.Never growl or try to sound like a bear.
Attacks are rare. If it’s a brown or grizzly bear, play dead. If it’s a black bear, you must try to escape or fight back.You just wanted to cut your grass! But those sharp blades move fast. Thousands of people each year are injured using lawn mowers.Don’t use your hands to clear debris from the blades. Protect your eyes, legs, hands, and feet.
Got a riding mower? On slopes, move up and down, not sideways, to avoid tipping over. Never let kids ride with you. Have them stay inside until you are done.You should worry more about sunburn than sharks. It only takes a few tips to stay safe:Don’t go in the water if you’re bleeding.Know that sharks are sometimes near the shore. Sandbars can trap them close to the beach at low tide.We love a good picnic. But not so much if the mayo sits out too long.
The only way to prevent infection is to avoid swimming in warm fresh water. If you do get in the water, don’t put your head under. You can also reduce the risk by wearing nose clips, especially if you are going to jump in, which can send water up your nose.
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