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People of all skin tones can reduce their risk of sun damage and skin cancer:
- Stay in the shade.
- Wear wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses and clothes that cover your skin.
- Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 15
Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/skin-cancer/sun-safety/.
California Department of Public Health
⚽ Stay safe this summer and keep hydrated! Hot weather can increase the risk of dehydration and heat related illness, so make sure to drink plenty of water, especially at large events like the World Cup.
Learn how to stay hydrated: https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growth/water-healthy-drinks/.
Planning a day on the water? Follow these tips:
- Avoid drinking alcohol if you plan to operate a boat or other water vessel, swim
- Wear U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket
- Know the risks of natural water
📲 https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DCDIC/SACB/Pages/Drowning-Prevention.aspx
If you see ash or smell smoke, you may be affected by air pollution. To reduce exposure, wear a mask or stay indoors when possible. Additionally, close windows and doors to help keep the air clean.
Learn more at https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/Pages/Wildfire%20Pages/Smoke-Ash-Safety.aspx.
Wrong song choice but you made the right move by getting active. 💪 🏋️
Staying active helps to improve your health and:
- Gets your heart rate up
- Build muscle
- Boosts your mood
📲 Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CFH/DMCAH/NUPA/Pages/Physical-Activity-as-a-Family.aspx#together
Big crowds mean lots of shared surfaces. Headed to a concert or a sports game? Wash your hands often or use sanitizer—especially before eating. Clean hands stop germs fast and keep you cheering, not coughing! 🙌🧼
More tips at https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CHCQ/HAI/Pages/InfectionPrevention.aspx
Mosquito bites aren’t fun. They can hurt, itch and spread diseases like West Nile virus & dengue. Prevent mosquito bites by using EPA-registered repellent on clothes and exposed skin.
Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Mosquito-Repellent.aspx
#FightTheBite
Just because the wildfire is out doesn’t mean the air is safe. 🌫️
Smoke & ash can linger. Stay indoors and wear a mask if you must go outside. 😷
📲 To know when it's safe to spend time outdoors, visit airnow.gov in bio or use local alerts.
#AirQuality #CleanAir #WildfireRecovery #WildfireSafety
Avoid a food safety foul! Don’t let germs score on game day. Wash your hands with soap and water before handling food or grabbing stadium snacks — no one wants norovirus!
Learn about norovirus and how to protect yourself:
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Norovirus.aspx
#WorldCup
Extreme heat can lead to serious medical emergencies, like heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
📲 Learn how to help someone with heat-related illness:
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/Pages/BI_Natural-Disasters_Extreme-Heat_Tips-for-Treating-Heat-Related-Illness.aspx
