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Here’s to a Happy Healthy Labor Day!

Happy Labor Day! Whether you're celebrating with a backyard cookout, heading to the beach, taking the boat out or simply enjoying one last taste of summer, today is a great opportunity to relax and spend time with the people you care about. If you're traveling, start the day well rested, buckle up, put the phone away while driving and give your vehicle a quick check before hitting the road.

If your Labor Day plans take you outdoors, remember to drink plenty of water, take breaks from the heat and head indoors if you hear thunder. Swimming or boating? Enjoy the water with a buddy, pay attention to local conditions and make sure life jackets fit properly when they're needed. A little awareness can go a long way toward keeping the fun going all day.

And if you're firing up the grill, keep it away from anything flammable, never leave it unattended and keep perishable foods chilled until it's time to eat. Most importantly, enjoy the day. Spend time outside, share a good meal and make some memories with family and friends. Have a happy, healthy and safe Labor Day!

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Lee Health, September 5, 2021