The Ultimate Trip Guide; Tips On How To Have A Healthy And Safe Vacation

Sun And Heat Prevention

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What’s a fantastic vacation without a little fun in the sun? To ensure you enjoy your tropical resort or hot destination, there are a few preventative measures you should take to avoid sun and heat-related health issues, which can be incredibly dangerous for your overall health. Health risks associated with the sun and heat are most prevalent for older travelers, infants, and young children, as well as those who have chronic illnesses such as breathing problems, heart or kidney problems, hypertension, Parkinson’s disease, or a mental condition. Some key tips to remember are to dress for the weather by wearing loose-fitting and breathable fabric, stay hydrated, and drink plenty of water. Also, avoid sun exposure and limit your time in the sun by wearing a hat or staying in the shade, wearing sunglasses that protect against UVA and UVB rays, and lathering on the sunscreen! Make sure you are using a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least fifteen (if you’re in a tropical paradise, you may want to consider thirty plus), and the sunscreen should state it is ‘broad-spectrum,’ which means it protects against most UVA and UVB rays.

Continue reading to unearth the different sun-related conditions you can develop from having to much fun in the sun.

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