Summer Health Risks and How to Stay Ahead

Beat the Heat

Pennsylvania saw a sharp rise in heat-related ER visits last summer. Heat stress can lead to heat exhaustion or life-threatening heat stroke if untreated. Key tips from the CDC: drink water every 15–20 minutes, rest in the shade, and watch for cramps or confusion.

When to come in: If someone is experiencing dizziness, nausea, stops sweating, or their temperature rises above 103 °F, head to our clinic or call 911.

Tick & Lyme Awareness:

Nymphal deer ticks are most active during June and July, which is when the majority of new Lyme disease cases occur in Pennsylvania (Source).

To protect yourself:

• Apply an EPA-registered repellent with at least 20% DEET

• After hiking or working in the yard, conduct full-body checks for ticks

• If you find one, remove it promptly with tweezers, making sure to note the date of the removal

• Be vigilant for any rash or flu-like symptoms that may develop.

If necessary, visit us for a same-day evaluation, and if appropriate, we can provide preventive antibiotics.

Sun-Smart Skin

UV rays are strongest between 10 AM and 4 PM. Use broad-spectrum SPF 30+ and reapply every two hours—or sooner after swimming or sweating. We treat sunburns, but prevention is painless!

Weekend Warriors & Young Athletes

Pick-up basketball, bike trails on the Schuylkill River, and soccer tournaments ramp up during the summer months. We can splint sprains, suture cuts, or take an X-ray in one visit, then send digital images to your orthopedist if needed.

Travel Prep & First-Aid Kits

Planning a road-trip to the Shore or flying abroad? Don’t forget to Pack: Hydration—water + electrolyte packets, SPF, insect repellent, motion-sickness meds, & copies of prescriptions & an updated vaccination record! If needed, ask our providers about international travel vaccines and prescription refills before you go.

Need us? Call 610-243-9117 or 610-243-9785, or just walk in at 507 Kimberton Road, Phoenixville, PA 19460!