Summer is a great time to just relax and have fun. This is normally the season where you enjoy spending time with your loved ones, as well as the great outdoors. While the lovely weather makes the summer the ideal time to enjoy yourself, there are some risks. With all of the activity going on, there is a real risk that you may receive one of the many types of summertime injuries. Here is a look at some of the most common summertime injuries.
AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENTS
While auto accidents occur throughout the year, they are especially common during the summer months. There are a number of reasons why this occurs, such as the fact that more people are taking road trips. Drivers are also more likely to be distracted during the summer, and the drinking and driving rates also increase during the summer.
INSECT BITES
Many bug bites are awful because they cause constant itching, which leads to bumps and skin irritation. However, the real danger occurs when you consider the fact that some insects may be carrying an infectious disease. Some insects are known to carry the Zika Virus or West Nile Virus. Bee stings are another one of the most common summertime injuries.
HEATSTROKE
Heatstroke occurs when a person experiences a lack of sweat. The body is unable to produce sweat because their cooling system in their body does not have the ability to cool down. Other symptoms of heatstroke include fatigue, nausea, dizziness, and rapid breathing.
WATER SPORT INJURIES
Many water sports injuries happen during activities such as swimming, waterskiing, and wake boarding. Thanks to the cool, soothing benefits of water on a hot day, lots of people do different water sports activities. Unfortunately, that increases the risk of fractures, and in the most severe cases; drowning.
SUNBURN
Tender red skin a sign that you may be experiencing sunburn. By not properly protecting your skin, you are putting yourself at risk of getting skin cancer or aging prematurely.
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