The Parish Nurse Corner

“Healthy tan” is an oxymoron! Because this is a desert and we have high altitude, Utah ranks immediately after Florida and California for skin cancer associated with sun-exposure. Sun can also damage the lenses in your eyes leading to cataracts. Wear sun-screen and sun-glasses with UV protection, avoid sun-exposure from 10-2; wear a hat, long sleeves and pants if going out at midday. Did you know you could purchase clothing with built-in sun-protection? It is available at most sporting goods stores as well as on-line.     

Parish Nurse Corner: Living Well… If you have a chronic disease and would like to learn more coping skills for your health challenges, there is a great opportunity through the Healthy Aging Program in Salt Lake County. This is a free 6 week course for people 60 years and older with long term health problems. There are brochures for the program located on the table near the Burnett Memorial Library. You can register or get more information by calling the Healthy Aging Program at 801-468-2772.