NYSDOH and NYSDEC have issued an air quality health advisory for today, Thursday, July 16, for fine particulate matter for all of New York State due to the impact of smoke from wildfires in Northern Minnesota and Canada.  Wildfire smoke and high temperatures are creating unhealthy air conditions across Western New York. Air Quality Index levels are above 150 in parts of the region, including Erie County. Take action!  Monitor your local air quality and take measures to limit your exposure, including limiting your outdoor activity.

Heat-related deaths and illnesses are preventable.  Despite this fact, more than 600 people in the United States are killed by extreme heat every year.  Stay cool this summer with these tips!

Find a safer sunscreen! Every year, Environmental Working Group evaluates thousands of SPF products for safety, ingredient hazards, and efficacy, and publishes their findings into a resource guide.  It aims to help consumers find sunscreens that protect against UV damage without exposing them to potentially harmful chemicals.