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Beating the Heat

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s summer 2025 forecast indicates that temperatures in July through September are predicted to be higher than average (1). You should be aware of the risks of competing in very hot weather and the heat safety strategies that can help you.

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Sunscreen and the Healthy Tennis Player

As Summer approaches, most of us will use sunscreens to protect against the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight, including skin cancer. Many formulations of sunscreen are available today which can be confusing to the consumer.  This article is intended to help you make informed decisions by answering these questions:  

  • What do these products contain?

  • How do they work?

  • What do SPF numbers mean?

  • Are they safe?

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Creatine and Performance

Creatine has been gaining popularity as a non-steroidal performance aid. The International Society of Sports Nutrition published an updated position paper regarding the safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sport, and medicine in 2017…

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Health Alert: Preventing Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Infection

You may have heard about bird flu in the news lately. Having just gone through a pandemic of Covid, we are right to be concerned and aware of other potential health risks to the community. Here are some answers to questions you may have about the severity and risk of infection as well as some health resources that are available to you…

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