Ultraviolet Rays produced by the Sun, known as UVA

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Ultraviolet Rays produced by the Sun, known as
UVA UVB, can cause problems to your skin and
eyes if you dont properly protect yourself.

• Clothing can offer some protection, but a
  sunscreen lotion with an SPF rating of 15 or
  higher should be used.

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The best clothing to wear would be long-sleeve
shirts, pants, hat, and sunglasses that block out
those harmful rays.

• Sunscreen lotions should be reused after
  swimming or activities that would make you sweat.
  Dont think that clouds are going to protect you,
  because the UVA UVB rays can pass straight
  through them.

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Insect spray or lotion can protect you from pesky
bugs. The best kind to use contains an additive
called Deet. Just like sunscreen lotion, you
will need to reapply after swimming or
exercising.

• It is not good to use scented soaps, perfumes, or
  hair sprays to protect yourself from bugs.

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Avoid areas where bugs live. Clothing that is
brightly colored or has flower prints will
attract bugs to you.

• Spray your clothes with the insect spray so it
  does not get on your skin. Wash the spray off as
  soon as possible. If you get stung, you can
  remove the stinger by wiping the area with a card
  or your finger nail.

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Summer heat can make you very sick if youre not
careful. Once you begin to feel thirsty, tired,
and hotter than normal, you need to cool off
quickly.

• If you start to feel bad - stop whatever youre
  doing and sit down in the shade or an air
  conditioned area. Use ice bags or cold water to
  lower your bodys temperature.

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You should always drink plenty of water or sport
drinks during the heat of the day, especially if
you are outside.

• If youre participating in an activity outside,
  you should try to drink 16 - 20 ounces every
  hour.
  
• Remember Dont wait until youre thirsty!

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At Home v Always lock your doors and
windows v Do not open the door v Do not allow
strangers into your home v Offer to call if help
is needed v Never tell anyone youre alone v If
you leave, let someone know
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At HomeMake sure you have important
telephone numbers written down and you know where
they are. v Parents work and mobile v
Fire v Police v Doctor v Family or Close
Friends
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Out and AboutBecause you cant always tell if
a stranger is good or bad, follow these rules
v Trust your instincts v Know where safe
places are v Know who you can trust v Never
go near a strange car v Dont accept gifts,
rides, or secrets
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Enjoy your summer by being Safe!