Back-to-school sun protection tips from the Skin Cancer Foundation

August 20th, 20180 NEW YORK – As summer winds down and the busy back-to-school season sets in, sun protection may slip down the list of health and wellness priorities. But harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays are present year-round, and one study notes that children sustain a significant amount of sun exposure at school. About 23 percent of lifetime UV exposure...

Avoiding summertime dehydration

July 22nd, 20170 | By Dr. S. George Kipa, MD   Studies show that 75 percent of Americans drink significantly less water than what is recommended daily. A common misconception is that dehydration results solely from water loss, however, it can also stem from chronic illness, medication, caffeine/alcohol intake and several other factors. Paired...