HOW TO STAY SAFE DURING SUMMER Richland County Health Department Prevent. Promote. Protect. AQUA STAY HYDRATED Drink plenty of water throughout the day to prevent dehydration. Avoid sugary or caffeinated drinks that can increase dehydration. AVOID HEAT EXHAUSTION Take regular breaks in shaded areas. Wear loose, lightweight clothing and avoid being outside during peak heat hours. WEAR SUNSCREEN Protect your skin from harmful UV rays by applying sunscreen with at BUG SPRAY Least SPF 30. Reapply every 2 hours and after swimming. MOSQUITO AND TICK SAFETY Dump standing water. Use insect repellant containing DEET or picaridin. Wear long sleeves and pants when outdoors. * HOW TO STAY SAFE DURING SUMMER Richland County Health Department Prevent . Promote . Protect . AQUA STAY HYDRATED Drink plenty of water throughout the day to prevent dehydration . Avoid sugary or caffeinated drinks that can increase dehydration . AVOID HEAT EXHAUSTION Take regular breaks in shaded areas . Wear loose , lightweight clothing and avoid being outside during peak heat hours . WEAR SUNSCREEN Protect your skin from harmful UV rays by applying sunscreen with at BUG SPRAY Least SPF 30. Reapply every 2 hours and after swimming . MOSQUITO AND TICK SAFETY Dump standing water . Use insect repellant containing DEET or picaridin . Wear long sleeves and pants when outdoors . *