Safe gardening tips (from suncreen to bug bites to first aid)
Jul 13, 2012, 10:35 a.m. Gardening is a good way to get some
exercise while beautifying your property. Plus, it's so
satisfying to see your efforts bloom and flourish year after
year. However, gardening -- even home gardening -- is not
without its hazards. Make sure to stay safe this season by
following these simple tips: - Avoid the middle of the day. It's
easy to ignore the sun when you're busy planting or weeding.
But, the dangers of too much sun include sunburn, skin cancer
and heat exhaustion. Make the sun your friend by always wearing
sunscreen when you garden and avoiding gardening during the
middle of the day -- from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. -- when the
sun's rays are the most intense. - Guard against mosquitos.
Mosquitos are more than just pesky. They can spread West Nile
Virus, a neurological disease that can cause nausea, vomiting,
and fatigue that lasts for up to two months. Avoid getting
bitten by mosquitos by staying indoors during the