Cogent Conversations
Welcome to Cogent Conversations, a new podcast that explores the dynamic world of emergency management in sports. This podcast features special guests from the medical field to talk about practical strategies, challenges, and success stories that they encounter while navigating the unpredictable terrain of emergency care.
Cogent Conversations
Ep. 28: Sun Smart Strategies Everyone Should Know
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Summer means more time outside—but protecting your skin is important no matter who you are. In this episode of Cogent Conversations, Dr. Shelley Weinstein sits down with dermatology nurse practitioner Brittany Smith to discuss practical strategies for reducing and preventing sun damage, recognizing early warning signs of skin cancer, and building healthy habits that protect your skin for years to come.
Whether you're an athlete, an athletic trainer, a physical therapist covering the sidelines, or simply someone who enjoys spending time outside, this conversation offers simple, evidence-based steps that can help protect your long-term health. From choosing the right sunscreen and protective clothing to performing skin self-exams and recognizing common skin conditions, you'll leave with simple steps to help keep yourself—and those you care for—safe in the sun.
