Sun and Summer Safety

Skin reactions to the sun

All parents know the importance of sunscreen and dangers of sunburn. But do you know about other skin reactions to the sun?

Summer may be coming to a close, but in Southern California, but sun safety is as important as ever. A CHOC pediatrician offers tips.

A CHOC pediatrician explains what parents can do to help their children avoid tick bites, and what to do if they get bitten.

Here’s a guide to help you understand the ingredients in your sunscreen, and how each of them is important in helping protect your family.

Incorporate these easy tips from a community educator into your family’s summer plans to make sure you are keeping kids active this summer.

A CHOC pediatrician offers tips to parents on how to avoid poison oak and how to care for your child if they come in contact with it.

As beach season kicks into high gear, swimmers, surfers and sunbathers should be mindful that one wrong step can ruin a fun beach day.

CHOC community educators share sunscreen and sun safety tips to help you protect your family from sunburn and dehydration.

Drowning tends to peak in summer. A CHOC pediatrician discusses secondary drowning, another rare danger that parents should be aware of.