Standard U.S. Postage PAID Walla Walla, WA Permit No. 44 KERN LEGACY HEALTH PLANS 1115 Truxtun Avenue, First Floor Bakersfield, CA 93301 A LEGACY OF GOOD HEALTH is published as a community service for the friends and members of KERN LEGACY HEALTH PLANS, 1115 Truxtun Ave., First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301, telephone 661-868-3182. Information in A LEGACY OF GOOD HEALTH comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your health care provider. Models may be used in photos and illustrations. 2023 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Kern Legacy Health Plans Have fun, stay safe this summer Summer. It’s often packed with fun-filled activities like picnics and water sports. While enjoying this sunny season, it’s important to keep in mind potential hazards that can derail your good times. Follow these vital tips to help keep your summer safe. Slather on the sunscreen. The sun may feel good on your skin, but it can do a lot of damage too. For example, sunburns raise your risk of developing skin cancer. Sunscreen can help shield your skin from the sun’s harmful rays. Apply sunscreen every day—even when it’s cloudy. Spread it over all exposed skin. Don’t forget the tops of your feet and head and your lips, neck and ears. Be mindful around water. Whether you’re in a pool, on a boat or near open water, take steps to protect yourself and others from drowning: ● Never leave children alone near water. ● Have rescue equipment nearby if you own a pool. ● Always have a phone nearby too. Keep outdoor meals safe. Nearly 1 in 6 Americans gets food poisoning each year, and hot temperatures and outdoor gatherings make summer a particularly risky time for getting sick from food. Don’t let food poisoning spoil your next picnic or backyard barbecue. ● Keep raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs away from other food. ● Cover and refrigerate foods within two hours of serving—one hour if it’s hotter than 90 degrees. Avoid bug bites. Most bug bites aren’t serious, but they are annoying. Here’s how to lessen your chance of being bitten or stung. ● When hiking through areas with tall grasses and bushes, wear light-colored clothing that covers as much skin as possible. When you get back, examine your skin and scalp for bugs or bites. ● Use bug spray that contains DEET. ● Apply bug spray on top of sunscreen. Do not apply repellent on skin under clothing. Sources: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; American Academy of Dermatology; American Academy of Family Physicians; American Academy of Pediatrics; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention -HEALTHY ideas kids will love Stock a snack drawer Older kids can help themselves to whole-grain crackers, unsalted nuts, and dried or fresh fruit. Plant something together Kids may be more likely to try kale or collards if they planted the seeds and watched them grow. Make a game of food labels Have kids measure out what they think is a serving and compare it to what the label says. Create a sports zone Keep balls, jump ropes and other fun gear in one go‑to location. Visit the farmers market Encourage kids to pick out a new fruit or veggie to take home and try. Make a splash that’s not soda Flavor water with fresh berries or orange slices.
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