Sun Safe Practices During the Presidential Campaign

Sun Safe Practices During the Presidential Campaign

If you haven’t just returned from a lengthy vacation on Jupiter, you’ve probably noticed that America is currently embroiled in one of, if not the, most polarizing presidential elections ever. Fear not, though! We aren’t here today to discuss the politics of politics; or to take sides. Instead we’d like to focus on the candidates … Read more

Your Responsibility: Staying Healthy Inside and Out

Staying Healthy

We just returned from a long overdue vacation and like many, we came back wishing for a healthier lifestyle after overindulging in food and fun. What does Staying Healthy mean to you? Despite the obesity rate in America, there is a continually-widening segment of our society making a real effort to eat healthier. Among others, ideas … Read more

Tanning Season: Unhealthy Summer Rituals

Tanning Season unhealthy

It’s TANNING SEASON and  the beachgoers are out in full force. If you count yourself among their number and can’t wait to get out there and soak up some rays, here’s a suggestion: don’t. Did you know it was an incredibly talented, early 20th Century advertising icon named Edward Bernays who convinced Americans to start eating … Read more

Outdoor Vendors Take Cover

Outdoor Vendors Take Cover

On a recent bright sunny day I participated in a casual sales function where many Outdoor Vendors participated. Unfortunately, because my participation was due to a very kind, completely spontaneous invitation, I was mostly unprepared with regard to sun-safety. And later that day I saw what the bill for just three or four hours outside … Read more

What Time of Day Should You Avoid the Sun?

avoid the sun during peak times

The sun’s harmful UV rays are ever-present. They never take a vacation, nor do they head south for the winter. They’re there on cloudy and overcast days. They’re there in the winter, and they reflect off of snow onto people to cause sun skin damage. However, they’re even more potent during the sun’s peak times … Read more

Parades and Sunscreen: Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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Parades Inspire Energy, Fun and Sometimes a Sunburn Aside from the Vernal Equinox itself, nothing comes closer to representing the Gateway to Spring than St. Patrick’s Day. It’s the first opportunity of any new year for thousands of people to throw open their doors and head outside for some fun community revelry. parades abound; each … Read more