New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say.
New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say.
There are few things more inviting than a cool, clear pool on a hot summer day. But a new federal report will have you thinking twice before dipping a toe in the water.
There are few things more inviting than a cool, clear pool on a hot summer day. But a new federal report will have you thinking twice before dipping a toe in the water.
With summer approaching, researchers caution that swimming pools may pose a risk to patients with irregular heartbeats who've received implantable defibrillators.
With summer approaching, researchers caution that swimming pools may pose a risk to patients with irregular heartbeats who've received implantable defibrillators.
Ever eye a bowl of potato salad or plate of chicken that's been sitting in the sun for hours and wonder if it's still OK to eat?
Ever eye a bowl of potato salad or plate of chicken that's been sitting in the sun for hours and wonder if it's still OK to eat?
You may know that it's important to protect your skin when you're outdoors this summer, but you need to know how to pick the correct sunscreen and how to apply it.
You may know that it's important to protect your skin when you're outdoors this summer, but you need to know how to pick the correct sunscreen and how to apply it.
Frizzy hair, clogged pores and sunburned skin are just a few follies that will take your summer look from fab to drab. Try some of these summer beauty tricks to look your best.
Frizzy hair, clogged pores and sunburned skin are just a few follies that will take your summer look from fab to drab. Try some of these summer beauty tricks to look your best.
In examining exactly what happens when skin gets sunburned, researchers studying human skin cells and mice found that sunburn is the result of RNA damage.
In examining exactly what happens when skin gets sunburned, researchers studying human skin cells and mice found that sunburn is the result of RNA damage.
Peeing in the pool is more common than you might think. But does that mean that the water is dirty? And what about the chlorine ? Is that enough to keep the pool clean?
Peeing in the pool is more common than you might think. But does that mean that the water is dirty? And what about the chlorine ? Is that enough to keep the pool clean?
Every year thousands of people visit local emergency rooms with sunburns, bug bites and fireworks injuries. Many of these injuries could be avoided with some common sense.
Every year thousands of people visit local emergency rooms with sunburns, bug bites and fireworks injuries. Many of these injuries could be avoided with some common sense.
During hot weather, people who exercise outdoors need to take steps to avoid heat injury, according to the American Council on Exercise.
During hot weather, people who exercise outdoors need to take steps to avoid heat injury, according to the American Council on Exercise.
As the first major heat wave of the summer engulfs the continental United States, health experts are urging people to take special precautions when dealing with scorching temperatures and oppressive humidity.
As the first major heat wave of the summer engulfs the continental United States, health experts are urging people to take special precautions when dealing with scorching temperatures and oppressive humidity.
Young people who use tanning beds rationalize the risky behavior with statements like "everything causes cancer these days," a new study finds.
Young people who use tanning beds rationalize the risky behavior with statements like "everything causes cancer these days," a new study finds.
A few simple changes in how people grill outdoors, such as avoiding too much beef or processed meats and not charring foods, can aid in cancer prevention, according to an expert.
A few simple changes in how people grill outdoors, such as avoiding too much beef or processed meats and not charring foods, can aid in cancer prevention, according to an expert.
Bug bites and stings can really put a damper on things, so taking steps to prevent them can go a long way towards ensuring that you have a fun and safe summer.
Bug bites and stings can really put a damper on things, so taking steps to prevent them can go a long way towards ensuring that you have a fun and safe summer.
When summer arrives, people start spending a lot of time outdoors, basking in the sun's long-awaited rays. But the great outdoors can harbor some health risks.
When summer arrives, people start spending a lot of time outdoors, basking in the sun's long-awaited rays. But the great outdoors can harbor some health risks.
Panicked about bathing suit season? You won't be if you try these easy exercises to tone your rear, hips and thighs.
Panicked about bathing suit season? You won't be if you try these easy exercises to tone your rear, hips and thighs.
Every year, nearly 2 million kids are treated in emergency rooms for sports-related injuries. Here's how to keep them safe.
Whether summer finds you by the pool or hiking in the woods, poisonous plants and biting, stinging creatures may be lurking nearby.
The FDA has just released a new set of guidelines to help people better understand sunscreen labels.
Reduce the risk of drowning this summer with these tips on how to stay safe while boating or swimming, how to spot rip currents in the ocean, and more.
Much more than a fashion accessory, sunglasses are an essential tool in protecting your vision.
Swimming is an excellent way for kids to get exercise -- but it can also be dangerous. Follow these precautions to be sure your kids are safe and healthy.
