PHARMACY CORNER
5 Tips for Keeping Kids Healthy this Summer
Use sunscreen every day of the year!
Bermuda, because of our sub-tropical climate, has a high UV index most days of the year. Adults and kids alike, should apply a water-resistant sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays every day of the year.
Choose a sunscreen that is at least SPF 30 and apply it 15 to 30 minutes before going outside. Always apply according to manufacturer’s directions, and if you’re using both sunscreen and insect repellent, apply sunscreen first and then repellent. read more…
Fight colds and flu with an ounce of prevention
We’ve all heard the saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” While it certainly isn’t easy avoiding getting sick, especially if your kids and office colleagues are ill, there are some preventative measures you can take to lessen your chances of contracting a cold or influenza.
The single most important thing you can do to protect yourself against influenza is making sure you schedule a yearly vaccine. Influenza is a highly contagious, serious disease which can lead to complications requiring hospitalization or even death. For this reason the Centers for Disease and Control recommends everyone under the age of 6 months receive a flu shot, especially those people who may be at high risk for flu-related complications. High risk people include young children, pregnant women, people with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes or heart and lung disease and people 65 years and older. It is also recommended health care workers and care givers be vaccinated as they could potentially pass on the flu to high risk people they come in contact with daily. read more…
With summer comes heat, sun and swimming rashes
Republished with the permission of the Bermuda Sun
by Stephanie Simons – Lindo’s Head Pharmacist
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1: Summer in Bermuda is all about outdoor activities. Unfortunately, skin rashes caused by the sun, heat or swimming are common and can put damper on all the fun.
Solar dermatitis or sun rash is caused by exposure to strong sunlight or sunburn. It’s common here in Bermuda because we spend a lot of time in the sea and water reflects sunlight making the rays even stronger. The small, red bumps or blisters of sun rash can be extremely itchy. read more…
The difference between viral and bacterial infections
Republished with the permission of the Bermuda Sun
Germs are everywhere. They are in the air and on just about every surface imaginable — including your own body.
It’s not exactly pleasant to think about, but the truth is most germs won’t harm you.
Your immune system protects you against a multitude of infectious agents. However, some germs are dangerous because they can mutate to breach your immune system’s defenses. Knowing more about how germs work can increase your chances of avoiding infection. read more…
Hair loss can be treated through medication
Republished with the permission of the Bermuda Sun
Did you know the average scalp contains about 100,000 hairs, and that you lose roughly 100 hairs from your head every day?
Most often, however, new hair grows in its place.
Each strand of hair sits in a tiny hole in the skin called a follicle.
Baldness occurs when the hair follicle shrinks over time, resulting in shorter and finer hair. Eventually, the follicle does not grow a new hair.
Both men and women tend to lose hair as they age. In fact, about one-half of men begin to bald by the time they are 30 years old, and most are either bald or have a balding pattern by age 60. read more…
How you can have a sun-safe summer
Republished with the permission of the Bermuda Sun
As summer temperatures start rising and long, sunny days return, who can resist spending more time outdoors?
If you’re going to be in the sun, you need to be safe.
A little knowledge will go a long way to protect you and your family from skin cancer, sunburn and wrinkles.
The sun emits ultra-violet (UV) rays which damage our skin. There are two types of UV rays that damage our skin: UVA and UVB.
The sun’s rays are strongest between 10am and 4pm, so if you plan to be outside at this time of day you definitely need to wear sunscreen.
Remember, all skin types can experience sunburn, so everyone should be applying sunscreen or sunblock before heading outdoors. read more…
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