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Health

Ticks: preventing tick-borne diseases during summer months

Ticks: preventing tick-borne diseases during summer months

by Staff Sgt. Ashley Peterson 86th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Public Health

Summer is the ideal time for outdoor activities and getaways with family and friends. But with increased outdoor activities comes an increased likelihood of tick exposure, which are active from April to September.

July 30, 2015 ×

Features

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Summer market recipes

by Krystal White Contributing writer

Fresh summer recipes you can make after visiting your local farmer’s market.

July 3, 2015 ×

Schools

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Icy delights in Germany

by Nicole Karsch-Meibom
Contributing writer

How do you know you’re getting close to summer? Your favorite ice parlor opens its doors again! Is there a nicer way to treat yourself than to sit outside and enjoy the taste of gelato?

April 17, 2014 ×

Schools

Luke Pelletier, 7, and Jude Pelletier, 4, ride bikes and scooters at the marina in Meersburg, Bodensee.

Summer Smarts

Story and photo by Krystal White
Contributing writer

Families cant wait for summer to start, and they can’t wait for it to end. As parents, the biggest problem is one of occupation. Working families scramble to find programs and services for their children to attend that are affordable and engaging.

July 4, 2013 ×

News

Learn The Truth About Sunscreen

by Lt. Col. (Dr.) Wendi Wohltmann
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center dermatologist

… it’s important to wear sunscreen every day, even when it’s cloudy. Sunburn is primarily caused by ultraviolet B (UVB). However, both UVB and ultraviolet A (UVA), which enhances the harmful effects of UVB, can cause sunburn, skin cancer and premature skin aging (sun or liver spots and wrinkles).

July 4, 2013 ×

Features

Swim Safely This Summer

Swim Safely This Summer

by Nicole Karsch-Meibom
Contributing writer

To me, summer means being the first to dive into the cool waters at the local pool or having an evening swim at the local lake.

July 4, 2013 ×

Sports

Zucchini Boats

Farmers market and garden fresh summer recipes!

by Amanda Hayward
Contributing writer

Skip a trip to the grocery store and visit your local farmers market or even your backyard to whip up these tasty recipes.

July 4, 2013 ×