Keeping Children Healthy and Safe in the Summer

While summer time brings all sorts of fun adventures like vacations, camps, and outdoor activities, it is important to think of health and safety while still having fun.

3 things to keep in mind this summer when spending time outdoors: Sun, Heat, and Air Quality. Young children and those with certain health conditions are generally more sensitive to all of these factors compared to adults. Luckily, smart phone weather apps these days include all kinds of helpful info like heat advisories, air quality, and UV index in your area, making it easier to monitor all in one place!

Check out the articles below from the AAP website healthy children.org that include some helpful summer tips!

Swim Lessons - When to Start & What Parents Should Know

Sun Safety - Information for Parents About Sunburn & Sunscreen

How Climate Change, Heat & Air Pollution Affect Kids’ Health

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