BVA received 755 calls last month. This is up from 676 calls in July 2024. Thank you to all of our providers for their hard work! (fb)

August is Summer Sun Safety Month and with summer in full swing we wanted to share some resources and helpful information. To protect yourself: Seek shade, especially during midday hours Protect skin by covering it with clothing Consider investing in clothing with UV protection (UV protection factor) Wear a wide-brimmed hat to protect your head, face, and neck Wear sunglasses that block UV rays to protect your eyes and the skin around them Use sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to help protect any skin that is not covered Reapply sunscreen at least every 2 hours, and more frequently if you are swimming or sweating Source: American Cancer Society For more information visit the links below:  https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/sun-and-uv.html https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat-uv https://www.cdc.gov/skin-cancer/sun-safety/index.html (fb)