Sunburn
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Ultraviolet (UV) rays are an invisible form of radiation. They can penetrate your skin and damage your skin cells. Sunburns are a sign of skin damage. Suntans aren't healthy, either. They appear after the sun's rays have already killed some cells and damaged others. UV rays can cause skin damage during any season or at any temperature. They can also cause eye problems, wrinkles, skin spots, and skin cancer.
To protect yourself
- Stay out of the sun when it is strongest (between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)
- Use sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher
- Wear protective clothing
- Wear wraparound sunglasses that provide 100 percent UV ray protection
- Avoid sunlamps and tanning beds
Check your skin regularly for changes in the size, shape, color or feel of birthmarks, moles and spots. Such changes are a sign of skin cancer.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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What Is Sunburn? What Causes Sunburn?
medicalnewstoday.com — “Sunburn is skin damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight. After excessive exposure to UV light, skin overheats and becomes red and painful. It may later peel or blister. Sunburn (” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
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Sunburn Treatment
aolhealth.com — “AOL Health gives you a list of sunburn treatments you already have in your pantry.” View full resource at aolhealth.com
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Have you gotten sunburned recently? Try these quick fixes (most are in your pantry already)! http://bit.ly/ceHT90
Sunburn Instruction Sheet
kidshealth.org — “The best treatment for sunburn is prevention. Mild sunburn results in skin irritation and redness and can be safely treated at home. Severe sunburn requires medical attention.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Sunburn Instruction Sheet
kidshealth.org — “The best treatment for sunburn is prevention. Mild sunburn results in skin irritation and redness and can be safely treated at home. Severe sunburn requires medical attention.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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5 Ways to Avoid a Sunburn
healthcentral.com — “5 Ways to Avoid a Sunburn” View full resource at healthcentral.com
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#skin #beauty 5 Ways to Avoid a Sunburn http://w.sns.ly/D1i45
Sunburn-Topic Overview
webmd.com — “Sunlight can help our mental outlook and help us feel healthier. For people with arthritis, the sun's warmth can help relieve some of their physical pain.” View full resource at webmd.com
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Avoiding a #sunburn is the best advice. But just in case… http://bit.ly/arKdtg
Summer Withut Sunburn
webmd.com — “By learning a bit about how sun damage happens and taking a few simple precautions, you can enjoy a summer free of sunburn.” View full resource at webmd.com
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Summer Without Sunburn: By learning a bit about how sun damage happens and taking a few simple precautions, you ... http://bit.ly/lgJ8jd
Sunburn - icyou health videos
icyou.com — “A day at the beach is often the highlight of a summer vacation, although the memories fade fast if you spend the night in a hotel room sooth...” View full resource at icyou.com
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Tori Joseph - icyou.com Health Site
Steps that can be taken to prevent and treat sunburns http://bit.ly/bSdUTU (Thanks 4 the video @AkronChildrens)
Beware of Sunburn Boosters
webmd.com — “Some medicines and skin care products can increase your sensitivity to the sun. Here's how to avoid getting burned.” View full resource at webmd.com
Most Recently Shared on July 2, 2009 at 4:33 pm By:
PluggedInParents.com Health Site
Some products can increase your risk for sunburn: http://ow.ly/gmU3
Sunburn-Topic Overview
webmd.com — “Sunlight can help our mental outlook and help us feel healthier. For people with arthritis, the sun's warmth can help relieve some of their physical pain.” View full resource at webmd.com
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It must be spring break. Our top search gainer this week? Sunburn. Have fun and be careful out there! http://bit.ly/hP1Nrg
Soothing Cures For Sunburn
huffingtonpost.com — “We all know that the best way to keep skin healthy is to avoid getting sunburns in the first place. Having multiple burns, especially when they happen as a child or a teen, can up your skin cancer risks later in life, according to the Mayo Clinic -- the American Academy of Dermatology recommends that people wear protective clothing, seek shade when possible and slather on the sunscreen when heading outside.” View full resource at huffingtonpost.com
Most Recently Shared on May 26, 2011 at 9:10 pm By:
Dr. Joyce Johnson ND CAM and Naturopathic Doctor
Soothing Cures For Sunburn: http://ow.ly/53Rho
10 Natural Sunburn Remedies
huffingtonpost.com — “Everyone knows that applying lots of sunscreen and staying in the shade (and out of the sun's UV rays) are the best way to avoid a sunburn. And scientists have recently discovered a protein in the body that triggers pain from sunburn, as well as an antibody that seems to reduce the sensitivity to that pain in mice.” View full resource at huffingtonpost.com
Most Recently Shared on July 18, 2011 at 3:56 pm By:
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We hope you won't need these, but just in case... 10 Natural Sunburn Remedies: http://huff.to/nMFryO [via @HealthyLiving]
A Cure For Sunburn Pain Discovered?
huffingtonpost.com — “It's quite an easy lesson to learn: Don't fall asleep at the beach -- especially without sunblock -- lest you suffer the consequences of severe pain, red skin, peeling and, of course, an increased risk of skin cancer.” View full resource at huffingtonpost.com
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EnlightenMed was founded by Dr. Steven Eisenberg, a board certified doctor of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology and Hematology. He has five cancer centers in the Southern California cities of Poway, Escondido, Vista, Encinitas and La Jolla. Dr. Eisenberg uses music, humor and heart to transform his patients’ journeys through the minefield of cancer.
Here’s his story:
I became a medical oncologist because I’ve always felt there was more to taking care of cancer patients than just ordering tests, devising treatment plans, pushing chemotherapy, comparing CT scans, and giving bad news to people. I wanted to help patients feel better using the wisdom of their body and mind to reduce stress during treatments in the present moment.
It takes a lot more than a traditional Western approach to medicine to treat cancer. I believe in a holistic approach to healing that integrates techniques drawing on yoga, acupuncture and meditation. I encourage patients to incorporate psychotherapy and educate them about the importance of nutrition.
I also believe in the importance and power of connection in healing. And for me, I connect with my patients through music.
I discovered musician Peter Himmelman while I was in medical school in Philly. I’d see him perform live whenever possible, and was inspired by his rapport with his audience. He’d pick someone out in the crowd, and write a song about them on the spot. It occurred to me, why not try this with my patients? So I brought my guitar into the chemo room, and started singing. I’d sing silly songs, anything to help my patients laugh, and think about something other than their sickness.
One day a friend told me about a contest Peter Himmelman was having. You had to write in and say how Peter’s music had impacted you. The prize was that Peter would write a song about you. I entered, I won, and Peter wrote a song about me. I had no idea how powerful that was going to be for me. During that same time in my life, I was facing a health scare of my own. Everything turned out to be fine, but having a song that was my song, telling my story, was a source of real strength for me in a difficult time. Everything changed after that. I knew that I wanted to connect with my patients through song, and help them tell their stories.
After all of the grueling tests and analyses have been completed, I sit with most of my patients and ask them what makes them happy, what means the most to them — what moves, touches and inspires them. Then together, we write a song. For a lot of my patients, it becomes a personal anthem in their fight against this deadly disease.
I started EnlightenMed and it's first program, Lyrical Life, because I believe there’s a message in all of this that is much bigger than just songwriting. I’ve seen in my practice and in my own life how important it is to have that connection with someone when you need it most. I want to empower people to reach out to those that need it most, connect with them, create something with them, listen to them. I think when we come together we’re capable of great things, and I hope EnlightenMed can help bridge those connections." /> Dr. Steven G. Eisenberg Oncologist, Hematologist, Physician, Active Health Library, and Doctor
A Cure For Sunburn Pain Discovered? http://huff.to/oJaDDP via @huffingtonpost --> Don't get it!! Titanium and Zinc it!!!
Home remedies for a bad sunburn
myfoxtampabay.com — “Home remedies for a bad sunburn, null” View full resource at myfoxtampabay.com
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Home remedies for a bad sunburn ... http://dld.bz/mVct
The Best Remedies for Sunburn
warts.org — “The Best Remedies for Sunburn” View full resource at warts.org
Most Recently Shared on June 21, 2010 at 3:15 am By:
Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate
If you've gotten a little too much sun, check out these remedies for sunburn. http://bit.ly/bgSSno
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