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#Summer is upon us! With so many sun-filled fun activities to look forward to, don’t let #safety take a backseat! #SummerFunSummerSafe #SummerIsHereBeSafe #101DaysOfSummerSafetyFun www.health.mil/summersafety

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  • Link to Infographic: Summer Safety - food As pleasant summer weather ramps up, you might be ready to head outside and fire up your grill. Before you do, make sure ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Summer Safety - bicycle Ride a bike and a helmet that fits you. Wear bright clothing and reflective gear so you can be seen. Drive with the flow ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Boating Safety Keep a good lookout and situational awareness of other boats and objects. Ensure crew and passengers wear a USCG approved ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Summer Safety banner Summer Safety Banner
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  • Link to Infographic: summer safety - fireworks Do not point sparklers or fireworks at yourself or others, especially while they are being lit. Only light fireworks on ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Summer Safety - swimming Never allow young children to swim without adult supervision. Never swim when you are tired, under the influence of ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Summer Safety - heat Prevent heat injuries by keeping hydrated with water or a sports drink before exercising. Avoid outside activities during ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Summer Safety - driving We’ve all got places to be this #summer, but let’s get there safely. Don’t rush! Give yourself time to get where you’re ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Summer Safety - bugs Keep bugs away when you play! Avoid wearing perfumes and scented soaps. Stay away from stagnant water and heavily wooded ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Infographic on Heat acclimatization Infographic on Heat acclimatization to prevent heat illness.
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  • Link to Infographic: Social media graphic from the Consortium for Health and Military Performance on extreme heat showing a service member looking towards sunset Social media graphic from the Consortium for Health and Military Performance on extreme heat showing a service member ...
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  • Link to Infographic: This infographic provides information on ways to stay hydrated while out in the sun. This infographic provides information on ways to stay hydrated while out in the sun.
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