Sunburn and Tanning

You lie out in the sun hoping to get a golden tan, but instead walk away from your lounge chair looking like a lobster that's been left in the pot too long.

What Causes Sunburn :

you already know the simple explanation behind sunburn. When your skin is exposed to the sun for a period of time, eventually it burns, turning red and irritated.

Under the skin, things get a little more complicated. The sun gives off three wavelengths of ultraviolet light:

• UVA
• UVB
• UVC

UVC light doesn't reach the Earth's surface. The other two types of ultraviolet light not only reach your beach towel, but they penetrate your skin. Skin damage is caused by both UVA and UVB rays.

Sunburn is the most obvious sign that you've been sitting outside for too long. But sun damage isn't always visible. Under the surface, ultraviolet light can alter your DNA, prematurely aging your skin. Over time, DNA damage can contribute to skin cancers, including deadly Melanoma .

How soon a sunburn begins depends on: 

• Your skin type
• The sun's intensity
• How long you're exposed to the sun

Signs of Sunburn :

When you get a sunburn, your skin turns red and hurts. If the burn is severe, you can develop swelling and sunburn blisters. You may even feel like you have the flu ..feverish, with chills, nausea .. Headache .. and Weakness.

A few days later, your skin will start peeling and  itching as your body tries to rid itself of sun-damaged cells.

Sunburn Relief : 

Compresses. 

Apply cold compresses to your skin or take a cool bath to soothe the burn.

Creams or gels. 

To take the sting out of your sunburn, gently rub on a cream or gel containing ingredients such as:

• Menthol
• Camphor
• Aloe

Analgesics :

Stay hydrated. 

Drink plenty of water and other fluids so that you don't become dehydrated.

Avoid the sun. 

Until your sunburn heals, stay out of the sun.

Get to Your Doctor when : 

• Fever of 102 degrees or higher
• Chills
• Severe pain
• Sunburn  blisters that cover 20% or more of your body
• Dry Mouth thirst, reduced urination, dizziness and fatigue which are signs of dehydration 

Preventing Sunburn : 

Use SunScreen

 Cover any exposed areas of skin liberally with at least 1 ounce of broad- spectrum  sunscreen That means sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays.

The sunscreen should have a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30. Follow these tips for applying sunscreen:

• Apply sunscreen about 30 minutes before you go outside.
• Use sunscreen even on overcast days because UV rays can penetrate clouds.
• Reapply sunscreen every two hours -- or more often if you're  sweating heavily or swimming

TANNING : 

Suntans which naturally develop in some individuals as a protective mechanism against the sun, are viewed by most in the Western world as desirable. This has led to an overall increase in exposure to UV radiation from both the natural sun and tanning , lamps . Suntans can provide a modest  sun protecting factor (SPF) of 3, meaning that tanned skin would tolerate up to three times the UV exposure as pale skin. 

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Gastroenteritis " Tummy Bug "

Gastroenteritis is a very common condition that causes diarrhoea and vomiting.

 It's usually caused by a bacterial or viral tummy bug and sometimes Parasitic .

It affects people of all ages . . ⚑ NO Age Limit ⚑

Most cases in children are caused by a virus called rotavirus. Cases in adults are usually caused by nonovirus (the "winter vomiting bug") or bacterial Food Poisoning .

⇲⇲ Gastroenteritis can be very unpleasant, but it usually clears up by itself within a week. You can normally look after yourself or your child at home until you're feeling better.

♫♫ Types of gastroenteritis : 

1 - Viral Gastroenteritis 

2 - Bacterial Gastroenteritis 

3 - Parasitic Gastroenteritis 

Symptoms of gastroenteritis

 The main symptoms of gastroenteritis are:

• sudden, watery diarrhoea . 
• feeling sick
• vomiting, which can be projectile
• a mild fever
• Abdominal Colic 

 Some people also have other symptoms, such as a loss of appetite, an upset stomach , aching limbs and Headaches .

The symptoms usually appear up to a day after becoming infected. They typically last less than a week, but can sometimes last longer.

To help ease your symptoms:

• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration –You need to drink more than usual to replace the fluids lost from vomiting and diarrhoea. Water is best, but you could also try fruit juice and soup.
• Get plenty of rest.
• If you feel like eating, try small amounts of plain foods, such as soup, rice, pasta and bread.
• Use special rehydration drinks made from sachets bought from pharmacies if you have signs of dehydration, such as a dry mouth or dark urine . 

Gastroenteritis can spread very easily, so you should wash your hands  regularly while you're ill and stay off work or school until at least 48 hours after your symptoms have cleared, to reduce the risk of passing it on . 

When to get medical advice : 

• you have symptoms of severe dehydration , such as persistent diziness , only passing small amounts of urine or no urine at all, or if you're losing consciousness
• you have bloody diarrhoea
• you're vomiting constantly and are unable to keep down any fluids
• you have a fever over 38C (100.4F)
• your symptoms haven't started to improve after a few days
• in the last few weeks you've returned from a part of the world with poor sanitation
• you have a serious underlying condition, such as kidney disease , inflammatory bowel disease or a weak immune system, and have diarrhoea and vomiting .

How gastroenteritis is spread : 

The bugs that cause gastroenteritis can spread very easily from person to person.

You can catch the infection if small particles of vomit or poo from an infected person get into your mouth, such as through:

• close contact with someone with gastroenteritis – they may breathe out small particles of vomit
• touching contaminated surfaces or objects 
• eating contaminated food – this can happen if an infected person doesn't wash their hands before handling food, or you eat food that has been in contact with contaminated surfaces or objects, or hasn't been stored and cooked at the correct temperatures

A person with gastroenteritis is most infectious from when their symptoms start until 48 hours after all their symptoms have passed, although they may also be infectious for a short time before and after this.

Preventing gastroenteritis : 

It's not always possible to avoid getting gastroenteritis, but following the advice below can help stop it spreading:

• Stay off work, school or nursery until at least 48 hours after the symptoms have passed. You or your child should also avoid visiting anyone in hospital during this time.
• Ensure you and your child wash your hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water, particularly after using the toilet and before preparing food. Don't rely on alcohol hand gels, as they're not always effective.
• Disinfect any surfaces or objects that could be contaminated. It's best to use a bleach-based household cleaner.
• Wash contaminated items of clothing or bedding separately on a hot wash.
• Don't share towels, flannels, cutlery or utensils while you or your child is ill.
• Flush away any poo or vomit in the toilet or potty and clean the surrounding area.

• Practice good food hygiene. Make sure food is properly refrigerated, always cook your food thoroughly, and never eat food that is past its use-by date . 

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