Favorite Summertime Activity

Swimming! Growing up we had a pool in our backyard in northwest Indiana. We spent our days playing outside until we were hot; then we’d go swimming. We pretty much repeated that all day, all summer.

Summer Safety Tip

Water safety is key! It breaks my heart every year when we see a drowning. Please make sure there is a responsible adult as a “water watcher” at all times.

Download a Water Watcher card.

Favorite Healthy, Summer Snack

Watermelon — yum!

Tips for Staying Cool in the Summer Heat

Try to get out and play in the morning before things get too hot. Use the afternoon to rest and go out again in the evening when it cools down (at least a little).

Favorite Food to Cook on the Grill

You can’t beat burgers and hot dogs.

Summertime Grab & Go Favorite

Hummus with carrots and/or peppers is a great go-to snack. When I’m on the move, I try to pack granola bars and fruit.

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More Information about Dr. J

Dr. Jakubowicz (“Dr. J”) is an emergency medicine physician with Wake Emergency Physicians, PA (WEPPA). Dr. J is board certified in emergency medicine as well as general pediatrics. He has been practicing at WakeMed Children’s Emergency Department since 2013. Dr. J enjoys connecting with families out in the community. In his spare time, he loves spending time with his wife and four children.