Summer Safety

Summer Water Safety Means: Know your Limitations

Know your swimming rules and dangers

Soldiers Not Immune to Damage of Sun's Rays

Some soldiers have a greater risk for developing skin cancer than others. For July’s UV Safety Awareness month, soldiers should be aware of their risks and how to reduce their chances of skin cancer.

Staying Mission Ready with Rising Temperatures

Though increased temperatures can pose quite a risk, Soldiers training and missions can continue as they utilize different tools to mitigate those risks.

Are You Prepared for a Disaster?

How to prepare for an evacuation affecting your family? Or even losing your home? Start by creating a basic disaster emergency kit and create a plan to get back together as a family in the event of a disaster.

Ask the Doc: Heat Stroke vs. Heat Exhaustion -- What's the Difference?

Heat exhaustion can rapidly progress to heat injuries like organ dysfunction or heat stroke.

Tips for Enjoying Outdoor Activities as Summer Arrives

Biking, paddle boarding, swimming, and hiking are good ways to get outside in nature in the summer.

Doctors Recommend Sunscreen for All Skin Complexions

The dangers of too much sunlight – from sunspots to skin cancer – are real risks for everyone regardless of skin complexion, doctors say.

Summer Safety Campaign: Grilling Safety

Important tips for a Safe Summer behind the grill.

Summer Safety Campaign Fireworks Safety

Follow these tips for a Safe Summer with Fireworks

Summer Safety Campaign: Boating Safety

Follow these tips for a Safe Summer of Boating.

Summer Safety Campaign: Driving Safety

Important tips to have a safe summer of driving

Summer Safety - Boat Safety

Sadly, when operating a boat, the possibility of injuries and fatalities are very real. It is important to know your boat and where you’re headed on your trip.

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Summer Safety - Bicycle Safety

As you might expect, when a crash occurs between a vehicle and a bike, it’s the cyclist most likely to be injured. Here are some tips on how you can prevent bicycle injuries and deaths, and remember: A large percentage of crashes can be avoided if motorists and cyclists follow the rules of the road and watch out for each other.

Summer Safety - Firework Safety

Summer is synonymous with barbecues, parades, and fireworks. The National Safety Council advises everyone to enjoy fireworks at public displays conducted by professionals and not to use any fireworks at home. They may be legal but they are not always safe.