A sampling of observances in July
The month of July has many observances related to health, health care and more. Here are some ideas for how you can celebrate:
Healthy Vision Month
Are you having issues with your eyes or vision? From vision changes to eye dryness, here are 5 signs you need to see an ophthalmologist.
National Picnic Month
Friendly reminder: When making food to eat outdoors, don’t hold back on the mayonnaise. Despite what people often think, mayo is not the cause of foodborne illness in many picnic foods. Find out what food issues do put you at risk in this blog, so you don’t accidentally poison your friends or family.
July 3: National Stay Out of the Sun Day
Getting as little as a few serious sunburns during childhood can increase your risk for skin cancer in the future. These tips can help you minimize your child’s risk for sunburn.
July 4: Fourth of July
Keep your freedom celebration emergency room-free by celebrating Independence Day, the safe way. Here are the top four reasons people find themselves spending their Fourth of July holiday in the emergency room.
July 21: National Ice Cream Day
Get the scoop on LVHN’s first neighborhood hospital in the tri-county region – Lehigh Valley Hospital–Gilbertsville. Complete with an around-the-clock emergency room, learn more about LVH–Gilbertsville here.
July 23: Hot Enough for Ya? Day
During the summer months, you can expect a fair amount of heat and humidity. But many people don’t realize that spending prolonged time outdoors in the heat can lead to severe illness and even death. Knowing these signs and symptoms of heat illness can save your life.
July 18: World Listening Day
Have you heard the latest? Hearing loss is one of the leading causes of dementia. Here's why.
July 31: National Avocado Day
Avocado-related injuries are an increasing cause of emergency room visits across the country, including at LVHN’s EDs. Learn the "Avoca-do’s" and don’ts of peeling and pitting an avocado here.
