Health Matters: Your Guide to a Healthy Life

  Sunburn: Relief and Recovery for Overheated Skin Sunburn happens when overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun damages your skin. It's a common summertime woe, but luckily, sunburn treatment is usually straightforward. This guide will soothe your sunburn woes and get you back to enjoying the outdoors safely. Signs and Symptoms of Sunburn Sunburn symptoms typically develop within a few hours of sun exposure and can include: Red, tender skin Pain and itching Swelling Blisters (in severe cases) Chills Fatigue Sunburn Treatment at Home Most sunburns can be treated effectively at home with self-care measures: Get Out of the Sun: Seek shade or go indoors to prevent further damage. Cool Down: Take a cool bath or shower. Apply cool compresses or damp cloths soaked in cool water to the affected areas for 10-15 minutes at a time. Hydrate: Sunburn draws fluid to the skin's surface, so drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration. Moisturize: Apply a fragrance-free m