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Summer Sun Safety: Preventing Skin Cancer
If you were like many Americans, you probably headed outdoors over Memorial Weekend. The most popular holiday weekend activities-boating, heading to the beach and barbecuing-could have left you with more than you bargained for if you got sunburned. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S., and rates of melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, are on the rise. May was Skin Cancer Awareness Month and the timing couldn't be better as we head into the sun-filled days of summer. Visit our blog for tips on preventing and identifying skin cancer.
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Ever wonder how much water your garden needs and how frequently to water? Both not enough water and over watering can cause problems, and watering needs vary based on soil type and the types of veggies you are growing.
According to Burpee.com, most vegetables need about an inch of water (six gallons per square yard) weekly for optimum growth. Shallow watering causes roots to remain close to the surface and makes them weaker, so if watering by hand aim to soak the soil occasionally to encourage deeper root growth.
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Dates to Remember
June 1st: First day of Hurricane Season
June 21st: Father's Day and First Day of Summer
We've moved again!
Our new address is:
2040 eWall Street
Mt. Pleasant, S.C. 29464
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June is National Safety Month
According to Healthfinder.gov, injuries are a leading cause of disability for people of all ages and the leading cause of death for Americans ages 1 to 44. Just being more aware of common injuries and their causes may help you or a loved one side step a problem. June is National Safety Month, and we encourage you to learn more about the following common safety concerns:
- Prescription painkiller abuse: Prescription painkiller overdoses are a growing problem in the United States, especially among women. About 18 women die every day from a prescription painkiller overdose - more than 4 times as many as back in 1999.
- Transportation safety: Doing other activities while driving - like texting or eating - distracts you and increases your chance of crashing. Almost 1 in 5 crashes (17%) that injured someone involved distracted driving.
- Slips, trips, and falls: One in 3 older adults falls each year. Many falls lead to broken bones and other health problems.
Share this information with your friends and loved ones! Visit the National Safety Council's
website for more safety information and tips for preventing injuries.
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Senior Safety & Fall Prevention
There is a reason you read so much about fall prevention for seniors; according to the
National Safety Council's report
Injury Facts 2015, falls are the leading cause of injury-related death in those ages 65+. Even when falls are not fatal, they can have severe repercussions, including hospitalization, brain injury, and surgery. Falls can cause seniors to be fearful of getting around and lead to unnecessary mobility restriction. An active lifestyle is key to staying healthy and preventing falls, and seniors should look at incorporating exercises like yoga and tai chi into their daily life to improve balance and coordination. The National Safety Council has a great list of
tips on how to fall-proof your home.
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Things To Do Around Town
Celebrate Caribbean culture during this 4 day festival featuring a parade, masquerade ball, carnival, and Caribbean food, music and dancing.
The South Carolina Historical Society remembers the American victory at the Battle of Sullivan's Island in 1776. Chief curator of The Charleston Museum, J. Grahame Long, is this year's keynote speaker.
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Home Care Plus is Hiring!
Are you or someone you know interested in joining the Home Care Plus team as a caregiver? If you are compassionate, dependable, and have a current CNA certificate from an approved program in South Carolina, we are looking for you! Visit our
website
for a complete job description. Make a difference in someone's life today--become a caregiver!
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Must See Documentary!
The Sundance Audience Award-winning film,
Alive Inside
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is a must-see for anyone whose life has been touched by Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. This documentary shows the powerful connection people feel to music and its healing abilities for those suffering memory loss.
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