by Horizon Family Medical Group | Jul 17, 2026 | Volume 11, Issue 7
When most people think about sun protection, they picture long days at the beach, afternoons by the pool, or summer vacations. While those activities certainly call for sunscreen, the truth is that your skin is exposed to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays every single...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | May 18, 2026 | Volume 11, Issue 5
When it comes to protecting your long term health, skin cancer prevention deserves more attention than it often gets. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States, but it is also one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer when...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Jul 22, 2025 | Volume 10, Issue 7
July is UV Safety Month and the perfect time to brush up on ways to protect yourself and your family from the damaging effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Whether you’re heading to the beach, hitting a trail, or simply running errands, UV protection should be part...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Apr 15, 2025 | Volume 10, Issue 4
When you think of sunscreen, your mind might jump to summer vacations, sandy beaches, and blazing sun. But here’s the thing: UV rays don’t wait for a heatwave. Even on cool, breezy spring days, the sun’s ultraviolet radiation can still damage your skin. That’s why...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | May 17, 2024 | Volume 9, Issue 5
We often think about apply sunscreen at the beach or during a day outside, but the truth is, the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun persist year-round, regardless of weather conditions or outdoor activities. Making sunscreen a daily essential is...
