1. U.S. Government Channel on YouTube

USA.gov recently launched the official U.S. government channel on YouTube. The channel features more than 200 videos from 25 agencies, including health and nutrition videos; footage of the ocean floor; how-to videos on applying for benefits; and more!

USA.gov has also updated its presence on Facebook and is seeing a rapidly growing number of followers on Twitter. To find additional new media tools that the government is using, visit USA.gov’s Connect with Government page.

Visite nuestro canal de videos del Gobierno en YouTube

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2. New Travel Requirements

Effective June 1, 2009, all citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda must carry a passport or other accepted documentation when entering or leaving the U.S. by air, land, or sea.

This requirement—known as the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative—has been gradually implemented since 2007 to allow sufficient time for travelers to obtain proper documentation. Visit the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to see what types of documentation are accepted.

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3. Men’s Health Week: June 15-21

Men's Health Week—which takes place during the week leading up to Father's Day—raises awareness about preventable health problems among men and boys.

Good nutrition and regular exercise can dramatically improve overall health. Another controllable element to good health is getting routine health exams, which can lead to the detection of diseases that are treatable in the early stages.

Visit MedlinePlus to find a range of men’s health topics.

Semana de la Salud de los Hombres

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4. Protect Your Skin

With an estimated 1 million new cases of skin cancer (nonmelanoma)—and nearly 69,000 new cases of melanoma—expected to occur in 2009, protecting your skin can have life-saving consequences.

Whether you’re relaxing at the beach, hiking in the mountains, or just going about your daily routine, there are steps you can take to protect your skin:

• Wear sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection and SPF 15 or higher.
• Stay in the shade, especially between 10am and 4pm when the sun’s rays are strongest.
• Cover up with long sleeves and long pants if possible; if that’s not possible, opt for clothes made of tightly woven fabrics.
• Wear a hat that provides full shade for your head and neck and wear sunglasses that block UVA and UVB rays.

Protéjase del sol

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5. Lightning Safety

Lightning can strike any time of year, but it’s most likely to develop in hot, humid weather. Check out these tips to help you avoid a lightning strike:

• Take cover in an enclosed building if possible. Heed the motto: "When thunder roars, go indoors!"
• If you’re far from a car or shelter, stay away from tall, isolated objects such as trees.
• Stay away from metal objects, such as fences, poles, and backpacks containing metal.
• While indoors, stay away from showers, sinks and other plumbing; corded phones; and electronic equipment such as TVs, radios, and computers.
• If a car is your only option for shelter, make sure all doors are closed and windows are rolled up. Soft-topped convertibles are not a safe option for shelter.

For more safety tips and to learn about the effects of being struck by lightning, visit the National Weather Service, which will observe Lightning Safety Awareness Week June 21-27.

Protéjase en caso de una tormenta eléctrica