PDF UV Safety Awareness Month

July 2019

UV Safety Awareness Month

Summer has arrived and while the sun is shining bright, it's a golden time to highlight July as UV Safety Awareness Month!

Here are the harmful things unprotected sun exposure can do: ? Cause vision problems and damage to your eyes ? Suppression of the immune system ? Premature aging of the skin ? Skin cancer

There are things you can do to minimize the risk that comes with sun exposure.

Cover Up: Remember to protect your skin and eyes from the damaging effects of the sun. Wearing a hat, proper clothing, and sunglasses (for eye protection) can partly shield your skin from the harmful effects of UV ray exposure.

Stay in the Shade: Staying in the shade between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. will further protect your skin.

Choose the Right Sunscreen: This is extremely important. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) new regulations for sunscreen labeling recommend that your sunscreen have a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15, and should protect against both Ultraviolet A (UV-A) and Ultraviolet B (UV-B) rays.

Use the Right Amount of Sunscreen: According to the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention, most people apply only 2550 percent of the recommended amount of sunscreen. When out in the sun, it's important that you apply at least one ounce (a palmful) of sunscreen every two hours. You should apply it more often if you are sweating or swimming, even if the sunscreen is waterproof.

American Academy of Dermatology and the American Academy of Dermatology Association.

Stay away from sources of artificial UV light. There is no such thing as a safe tan. The Centers for

Disease Control and Prevention stress that indoor tanning significantly increases the risk of

developing melanoma, basal, and squamous cell cancers. It also causes premature aging of the

skin and suppresses the immune system.



4th of July Safety Tips

Celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in a safe way. More than 50,000 fires

are caused by fireworks every year. Take the proper precautions when operating fireworks. ? Never disassemble or try to make your own fireworks. ? Don't point sparklers, or fireworks at yourself or others, especially while they're being lit. ? Only light fireworks on the ground and in areas that are dry and fire resistant. ? Don't attempt to light multiple devices at the same time. ? Never allow young children to handle fireworks or sparklers. ? Always keep a portable fire extinguisher close by. Also keep a water hose or buckets of water

nearby to put out fires.

What's Happening

Red, White & Boom

Date: Thursday, July 4, 2019 Time: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM Admission: FREE Location: Downtown Hyatt Lawn - 400 W. Waterman

The Wichita Parks Foundation will once again host Red, White & BOOM downtown on the lawn in front of the Hyatt Regency, the Lewis Street Bridge, and Water Street. Don't miss food trucks, live music and fireworks!

Celebrate America at Bradley Fair

Date: Thursday, July 4, 2019 Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM Admission: FREE Location: Bradley Fair - Rock Road and 21st St. N.

Celebrate Independence Day the Bradley Fair way with a summer concert series and fireworks immediately following the show. Grace Kelly, a truly unique and genre-bending artist will bring an electro-jazz groove featuring her enchanting vocals and exuberant saxophone.

Since 1985, Americans have celebrated Park

and Recreation Month in July to promote the importance of parks and recreation in health and wellness, conservation and social equity, and to recognize the thousands of park and recreation employees that maintain our nation's local, state and community parks. July is the perfect time to get out and see the great things happening at your local parks and recreation centers.

Sign-up for the e-newsletter at ParkandRec and stay up to date with Wichita Park & Recreation.

Movie Nights at the Pop-Up Park: Elf

Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2019 Time: 9:00 PM to 10:30 PM Admission: FREE Location: ICT Pop-Up Urban Park - 121 E. Douglas Ave.

It's Christmas in July! Round up your kiddos and join us for Movie

Night at the Pop-Up Park with a screening of the classic holiday

film, Elf. Bring your comfy chairs and enjoy snacks available for

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purchase from our local food trucks. These events are free to

attend and family-friendly.

Party Like It's 1999 Summer Film Series

KEYN 2019 Summer Concert Series

Date: Friday, July 12, 2019 ? The Astronauts Friday, July 19, 2019 - Audio Flyer/ Across the Pond Friday, July 26, 2019 - King Midas

Time: 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM Doors and food trucks open at 6:30 PM Band takes the stage at 8:00 PM

Admission: FREE

Date(s): Friday, July 12 - The Boondock Saints Friday, July 26 - Election

Time: 7:00 PM Admission: $7.00 Location: Orpheum Theatre 200 N. Broadway St., Ste. 330, Wichita, KS 67202

Party Like It's 1999 with the Orpheum's 2019 Summer Film Series featuring some of the most nostalgic flicks.

Location: WaterWalk - 515 S. Main, Ste 107

Summer Series Lineup:

For six consecutive Friday nights, starting July 12th, WaterWalk will host the KEYN Summer Concert Series. This Wichita

August 9 - Cruel Intentions August 23 - Fight Club

summer tradition allows concert goers to enjoy beautiful Kansas nights in the WaterWalk Commons and dance to live music from area bands.

Several of Wichita's favorite food trucks will be out at the concerts again this year. Food and drinks available for purchase. Parking in covered parking garage. Bring the family, your lawn chairs and enjoy the evening. While this is a family

A Night at the Fountain: Food Truck Event

Date: Friday, July 19, 2019 Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Admission: FREE Location: WaterWalk Fountains - 515 S. Main

A night full of fun, food trucks, and fountains!

friendly event, please leave all pets at home.

Health Plan Reminder: You have only have 31 days to make changes to your benefit elections with a qualifying life event such as marriage, birth of child, or loss of other coverage.

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