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sizzling heat

• Wear clothing with a tight weave. Or hats. Wear hats - wide brimmed for good sun protection. And don't forget the hats for the children, the babies.

• Wear sunglasses. Look for sunglasses that block 99-100% of the ultraviolet rays, both UVA and UVB. And don't forget the sunglasses for the kids.

• Use sunscreen - the SPF should be at least 15. You can get sunburns on cloudy days. Reapply the sunscreen every 2 hours or after swimming or sweating.

• Be aware of any medications you take. Some make you more prone to sun sensitivity.

heat and humidity

• Drink water. Begin any activity well hydrated. During an activity, even if you do not feel thirsty, drink a glass of water every 15-30 minutes. Caffeinated beverages, such as coffee and sodas, will de-hydrate the body.

• Use caution when high heat and humidity are present. When possible, for any activity lasting more than 15 minutes, reduce the level of activity.

• When traveling to a warmer or more humid climate, limit your activity initially and gradually ease yourself into an activity. Allow your body to acclimate to the higher heat or humidity.

• Wear one layer of clothing. Absorbent material is best. Replace sweat-saturated clothes with dry ones.

 bugs and  plants

 Now is the time for an increased number of insects and plants, some with pretty flowers just asking to be picked and maybe stuck in the mouth of a little one.

• Avoid areas where insects nest or congregate. A few examples are flower garden's attract bees and wasps, ponds attract yellow jackets, and stagnant water attracts mosquitoes.

• Bright colored clothing or flowery prints tend to attract unwanted flying insects, such as bees and wasps.

• Be aware of any allergies to things such as bee stings or mosquito bites. Carry the appropriate medications or emergency phone numbers with you.

·    If you live in, travel to or camp in an area with ticks, be sure to check your body and clothing on a daily basis for ticks and bites.

·    If you choose to use an insect repellent, be aware of the dangers, especially around young children.

·    Choose nontoxic fertilizers, insecticides and gardening supplies.

·    Know the plants you or your children are around. While some plants can be eaten, many that are pretty to look at are poisonous to you and your pets. Most of us are aware of poison ivy and poison oak. Just a few others to be aware of are delphiniums, larkspurs, oleanders, sweet peas, jasmine and foxgloves.

·    While some plants are poisonous, others present different dangers. Beware of rose beds or other thorny plants such as cactus.

·    Mushrooms can be highly nutritious and can also be
 very deadly. They grow in many locations. Don't pick mushrooms unless you really know which ones are edible. Teach your children that mushrooms growing in the yard are not to be picked and ate.