Summer Advice
Be sun smart
Are you Sun Smart?
Did you know that Skin cancer is the most common preventable cancer in young people today?
Studies have found that if you get sun burnt as a child or young person this can increase the risk of getting skin cancer when you are older.
Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK and the number of cases is rising at an alarming rate, nevertheless, the majority of these cases could be prevented.
So look after yourselves and reduce the risk of getting skin cancer.
Top ten tips for protecting against skin cancerWhat to do in a heatwave
Heat can be harmful to your health - In one hot spell in August 2003 in England, deaths in those aged 75 and over rose by 60%, with approximately 2000 total extra deaths than would normally be expected.
Those with heart, respiratory and serious health problems are more at risk and the heat can make these conditions worse.
Babies and young children are also especially at risk.
Many prescription medicines can reduce your tolerance of heat. You should keep taking your medicines, but take extra care to keep cool.
Danger symptoms to watch out for in hot weather include: feeling faint and dizzy, short of breath, vomiting or increasing confusion.
Take immediate action if danger symptoms are present:
Cool down as quickly as possible.
Do not take aspirin or paracetamol this can make you worse.
Seek further advice from NHS Direct, a doctor, or ring 999 if the person has collapsed.
Halloumi and vegetable kebabs
Watch the film to learn how to make some tasty healthy kebabs this summer.
