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Bright is not good for sight: sun safety tips for the eyes …

So we go out with our sun hats and sunscreens . After all, we are worried about how the sun can cause skin cancer, especially the deadly melanoma. But do not forget. Our eyes also need protection from the sun because its UV rays can cause … Do you know, for example, that you can also suffer from sunburns to the eye? According to Prevent Blindness America, prolonged exposure to the sun can cause photokeratitis, a painful condition [that] may result in temporary loss of … Continue reading

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Sun Care Tips and Facts

Educate your children about sun protection . Protecting children from the sun – by using sunscreen and ensuring that they wear a hat and protective clothing when outdoors – is an important way to prevent later sun -related problems, including skin cancer. … If you’re traveling near the equator or at high altitudes, your risk of sunburn increases significantly. Be prepared by taking along sunscreen and sun -protective clothing. Keep the Sunscreen Out of Your Eyes! … Continue reading

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Skin Cancer Melanoma: Symptoms and Treatment Options

Practice sun safety , wear protective eye wear, use sunscreen regularly, put on a shirt and over sized hat anytime skin is exposed to direct sunlight. • Wear protective clothing: clothing offers different levels of protection from sun exposure. … Protecting children from the sun : small children require extra attention because they spend more time outside and can become sunburned easier. Parents and childcare providers should protect children from long periods of sun … Continue reading

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