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Good for You Beach safety S E L F - C A R E S T R AT E G I E S Shopping Cart Coolibar® Reversible Bucket Hat wrap on sunglasses.These helpful steps work best when combined. You should apply sunscreen to dry skin before putting on makeup or insect repellant, and at least 20 minutes before sun exposure. (Remember to use sunscreen lip balm, too!) Products labeled “SPF 15” expose the skin to about a minute of UVB rays for every 15 minutes in the sun. Those identified as “broad spectrum,” or containing avobenzone, ecamsule, zinc oxide, or titanium dioxide, are useful protection against UVA and UVB rays. You should reapply sunscreen at least every 2 hours. Do you know that if you can see light through a fabric that UV rays can pass through it, as well? Luckily, many retailers sell specially coated, sunprotective clothing. When it comes to sheltering your face and head, the ideal hat for sun protection has at least a 2-inch brim. (Though worn by many, straw hats are not recommended as protection because they’re loosely woven.) UV-blocking sunglasses are inexpensive and should block at least 99% of UVA and UVB radiation. The protection comes from an invisible chemical applied to lenses, not the darkness of the lenses. Large-framed and wraparound sunglasses shield the eyes from more angles. Those labeled “UV absorption up to 400 nm” or “meets ANSI UV Requirements” are ideal. Remember, to avoid heat stroke, drink plenty of water, and avoid alcohol and caffeine while you’re out in the sun—which is most intense between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. You can check $19.95 More than giving you two looks for the price of one, this sun-protective hat is rated to block 98% of UV rays. Plus, it’s made from quick-drying, light Suntect™ fabric, and can be easily packed because of its “crushable” construction. Place your order at www.coolibar.com. Safe Sea Jellyfish After Sting® $6.99 Photo: Getty Images/James Darell Jennifer Samuels This pain relief gel is specifically formulated to instantly alleviate discomfort caused by contact with jellyfish or sea lice. Safe Sea also offers a repellant lotion. Purchase yours online at www.buysafesea.com. I f you’re like a number of travelers, you may be interested in assignment locations that will let you indulge in beach-related activities during your downtime. What’s more, you might find yourself traveling to and living in a coastal community for the first time in your life. Read on for some timely tips on staying safe this summer—and even year-round—when you’re having fun in the sun and surf. Fitovers® Sport Polarized Sunglasses $29.99 Offering maximum UV protection, these lightweight sunglasses come with a removable brow bar and fit comfortably over prescription eyewear. The lenses are polarized to better aid wearers in spotting rip currents. Get a pair at www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/ Product 89010. Sun protection To help you remember four methods for protecting your skin from the sun’s rays, the American Cancer Society coined the catchphrase “slip, slop, slap, and wrap.” Slip on cover-up clothing, slop on sunscreen, slap on a hat, and the UV Index in your assignment city on the Environmental Protection Agency’s website, www.epa.gov/sun wise/uvindex.html. Travel Resources Good for You… Big Deals… Tax Facts… 54 Healthcare Traveler July 2008 Rip currents A rip current—which typically forms near sandbars, jetties, and piers—is the leading surf hazard. Look for churning, choppy water, or an area with a notable color difference. Also, a break in the incoming wave pattern, or a line www.healthcaretraveler.com 54 56 57 http://www.coolibar.com http://www.buysafesea.com http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product_89010 http://www.epa.gov/sunwise/uvindex.html http://www.epa.gov/sunwise/uvindex.html http://www.healthcaretraveler.com

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Healthcare Traveler - July 2008

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