Benadryl

Do you know already that sunburns can increase risk for skin cancers, such as basal cell carcinoma and melanoma. Besides, excessive ultraviolet exposure can also damage eyes. While you are doing your outdoor activity, remember to wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 to 30.

Don’t forget to wear a wide-brimmed hat, loose-fitting clothes with long sleeves and pants and cover ears, neck, tops of the feet and exposed scalp. If you are burned, use ibuprofen as needed for pain and take Benadryl or antihistamines for itching. Apply cool packs or soaks in cool water and soothe with moisturizing of UV rays.

If you get bites from mosquitoes and spiders or stings from hornets, bees or wasps, they can be deadly. How to avoid it? You should put insect repellent on your hands and then rub your hands on the child’s skin. Avoid putting it around the eyes, mouth and open wounds, and use it sparingly around the ears. Remember do not apply it to a child’s hands because children tend to put their finger in their mouths.  Wear light-colored clothes and avoid heavy perfume. Call 911 if you have a severe allergic reaction and don’t scratch it. You better clean the area with soap and water and take Benadryl to relieve the symptoms.