Sun safetyThis summer, make sure you take precautions when out in the sun

Wear sunscreen even when outside for brief periods

Excess sun exposure without protection can lead to skin cancer

We have a number of older patients being treated for skin cancer who wish they had been more careful with the sun in their youth

No amount of time spent in tanning beds is safe!

Before you take any advice from

Dr. Oz.....Please talk to your friendly family doctor first!!

Some of his advice could be dangerous for your particular condition

Specialist ordering bloodwork?

Have them copy us on the results!

We want to be aware of what is happening with your care elsewhere

Plus it cuts down on going for the same test twice!

Giant Hogweed!

Be on the look out for this plant, which can cause severe skin reactions

Notify the city immediately if you see any on your property

If you are exposed, wash off sap with soap and water AND avoid sunlight for 1 week

Looking up things on the internet?

If you want reliable medical information on the Internet, I recommend the following sites:

EMedicine

Mayo Clinic

We are always happy to review any information that you receive from any media source!

Sunscreen Info!SPF 30 is good enough to protect you from 96% of the sun’s harmful radiation

Don’t bother getting higher strengths!

Re-apply sunscreen every 2 hours, otherwise you will be at risk of burn, regardless of what SPF you use

Questions about any of these slides?

Don’t hesitate to ask Dr. Elia or Dr. Komar at today’s visit!

Energy drinks and alcohol

Combining energy drinks and alcohol has been known to cause many deaths in young people

It leads to overconsumption of alcohol as your body doesn’t know when it has reached a toxic level of alcohol ingestion

Children in the home?

Always be diligent about hiding all medications, cleaning products and any potential poisons that your kids can get into!

Meditation and pain

It has been shown in many studies that daily meditation significantly decreases chronic pain

Ask Dr. Elia or Dr. Komar for free resources on how to incorporate meditation into your day

Safe handling of pet food

Bacteria like salmonella can be transmitted when handling any pet food

It is important to wash your hands directly before and after handling any pet food

Did you know...December to February is the peak time for acquiring any respiratory infection

It is best to get your flu shot in October or November before peak season hits

Trying to lose weight...?

Avoid juice whenever possible!Juice are what we call empty calories: They don’t make you feel full, but still give you calories

Did you know...Anger outbursts are associated with a high risk of heart attack within hours of the outburst

Being calm can keep you alive!

Did you know...

Parents are advised to not give honey to their children until after their first birthdayThe concern is the risk of botulism in infants

Did you know...Abuse of stimulants by university students cramming for exams is becoming more commonPlease talk to your children about the risks of these drugs

Dr. Scholl’sThe products from the “Dr. Scholl’s Foot Mapping” at stores are only cushioning, and not true foot supportsSeeing a licensed pedorthist is recommended for any persistent foot problem

Exercise and memory

Studies show that regular exercise lowers the risk of dementia in later life!

Smoking and pain

Studies have shown that smoking increases perception of painQuit smoking and your pain will improve!