June Timely Topics- Relaxation, Recreation, and Remembering

For many of us in the world, June is a welcome month. Warm, sunny weather, colorful flowers, the first day of summer. Students get a break from school, and travelers hit the roads and the sky. Lots of fun to be had, but also times to slow down, remember, and reflect.

Remembering June 6, 1944

First, people in the United States, Europe, and other Allied nations remember the events of June 6, 1944, the beginning of the end of World War 2.

Safe and healthy recreation

Here are links to posts that can help you enjoy the “lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer”

two people dangling their legs into a pool.
Don’t let water-related illness spoil your summer fun. photo from stock photo site- Lightstock.com- affiliate link

Don’t drink the water-how to avoid water-related illness

Safe and healthy cruising-keys to an enjoyable vacation

5 insect repellents to keep you safe this summer

Those Lazy Hazy Crazy Days Of Summer – Nat King Cole (LIVE)

Relax with summer reading

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CDC COVID-19 Vaccine Info

This post has been updated with new links to the CDC for COVID-19 information. Many old links have been deleted.

updated April 21, 2025

This information is current as of the date of original publication or update. It may have changed by the time you read this. I invite you to fact-check what you read here.

Please do not use this information for diagnosis or treatment purposes. Before making health decisions, discuss with your physician or other qualified healthcare provider.

This link at the CDC website was last edited September 10, 2024

COVID-19 VACCINES

Dr. Aletha inspecting her arm after a COVID-19 shot
Three days after my first vaccination the soreness in my arm was almost gone, and I had no redness or swelling. After the second shot, minimal soreness. No other side effects to report. I feel fortunate. I am now fully vaccinated.

VACCINES.GOV

Information at this link can direct you to a source to receive vaccination for COVID-19 and other infections.

Information and misinformation

7 Resources for Responsible Social Media Sharing

The post emphasizes the importance of responsible social media usage by highlighting various resources and strategies to combat misinformation. It discusses how emotional responses can be manipulated by disinformation and urges readers to critically evaluate content before sharing. We all have a responsibility to research claims and ensure truthfulness online.

Final comments from the CDC

CDC will continue to evaluate and update public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people as more information, including on new variants, becomes available.

CDC website

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