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3 chistjoseph.org /// CHI ST. JOSEPH HEALTH Heat Rash KUY HOUSER, M.D. "I focus on prevention and managing chronic diseases by getting to know patients and their families and then working together to formulate eective wellness plans," said Kuy Houser, M.D., physician with CHI St. Joseph Health Primary Care Barron Road. "I enjoy seeing people get healthy by losing weight, lowering cholesterol and controlling conditions such as diabetes. Seeing a healthcare provider regularly is critical to ensuring that you are able to achieve these goals." Need a doctor? From primary care physicians to specialists, CHI St. Joseph Health has the providers you need. Visit chistjoseph.org/ ndadoctor. Meet Kuy Houser, M.D. Primary Care Physician Be S.U.N. Smart to Avoid Skin Cancer Whether you're doing chores in the yard, relaxing by the water or playing hard outdoors, protecting your skin today means protecting yourself from skin cancer in the future. Follow these S.U.N. smart tips: Sunscreen—Use one with a broad-spectrum sun protection factor, or SPF, of 30 or higher on all exposed skin, including ears, cheeks, nose and shoulders. Make it water-resistant, but reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating. Under cover—Keep your skin covered with light, loose clothing, hats and sun visors. Hold a shirt up to the sun; if you can see through the material, then ultraviolet radiation can sneak through to your skin. No noon—The sun's rays are strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Avoid being outdoors at these times to reduce your risk of sunburn. It's harmless, but heat rash can be a pain. Here's how to spot, treat and prevent this common warm weather ailment. Heat rash is an itchy, pink rash caused when sweat gets trapped in the skin by clogged sweat glands or pores. To treat it, remove excess layers of clothing and move to a cool, dry spot. Avoid creams, powders or other topical treatments. They may make clogging worse and trigger prolonged discomfort. Heat rash often clears up on its own within a few days. If you notice any signs of infection, such as fever, pus or red lines leading away from the rash, see a doctor immediately. The same goes for cases that don't improve in three to ve days or spread to other parts of the body. 101 outdoors, protecting your skin today means protecting yourself from skin cancer in —Use one with a broad-spectrum sun protection factor, or SPF, of 30 or higher on all exposed skin, including ears, cheeks, nose and shoulders. Make it