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Inflatable arm floaties or tube rings that go around the waist aren’t good substitutes for life vests because they can deflate. (Photo: Juan Salamanca/Pexels)

Water Safety

Tips to Stay Safe in the Water This Summer Summer means fun in the sun, but also in the pool, at the beach or on the lake. So it is important to know how to stay safe while enjoying the water. Unlike in the movies where people flail, thrash about and yell for help before they go
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Make sure you use sunscreen with at least SPF 15 to stop sunburn and wrinkles. (Photo: Alamy)

Summer Lotions

Tan Safely and Smell Tropical This Summer I love summertime because I walk around smelling like a coconut mixed with tropical oils. That is thanks to the sunscreen I put on to be safe and protect my skin (any SPF lower then 15 is not really that good for you) and to feel like I
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The Freshfarm's Dupont Circle Farmers Market is open Sundays from 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. year round at 1500 20th St. NW. (Photo: Point Images/Flickr)

Good Eating

Food Safety Tips for Farmers Markets The month of May means it is nearly time for America’s favorite food lovers’ tradition: visiting your local farmers market. In addition to all the invigorating colors, exquisite aromas, strong flavors and spirit of community, the farmers
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