Health Guide for Summer

As summer gets into full swing, North America is already feeling the heat—and breathing the smoke. Huge wildfires raging in Canada have sent smoke wafting over large swaths of the U.S. East Coast and Midwest, posing a threat to human health. But there are ways to monitor the risk and protect yourself. Meanwhile, our podcast Your Health, Quickly shares some science-backed tips on the best way to cool down ASAP. And if you're going outside, don't forget to watch out for ticks and the nasty diseases they spread!. Read More Guide to a Healthy Summer How to Protect Yourself from Smoky Wildfire Air As giant plumes from fires in Canada billow over the U.S., experts explain what smoke does to your health—and how to protect yourself. Read more   How to Protect Yourself from Ticks and the Dangerous Diseases They Spread Experts explain why tick-borne illnesses are increasing in the U.S. and offer tips to prevent bites. Read More   How to Cool Down Fast in Summer Heat Your body has a secret cooling method, and scientists explain how to use it. Listen Now   How to Use the Air Quality Index Wildfire smoke from Canada is causing poor air quality along the East Coast. Here's what those air quality alerts mean. Read more

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