Sun Protection Messages and Children Safety

Written by suNNy on 10 September 2008 – 9:35 -

The sun uv radiation is damaging to your skin and that of your loved ones! Over exposure to ultraviolet radiation can cause short term health effects such as sunburn , wrinkles and sun spots; and long term exposure to ultraviolet …

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5 Myths About Protecting Yourself from Skin Cancer

Written by suNNy on 10 September 2008 – 8:52 -

The Skin Cancer Foundation states that most people receive about 80 percent of their lifetime sun exposure before the age of 18. Just one blistering sunburn in childhood is estimated to double the risk of melanoma later in life. …

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Stay Safe In The sun

Written by suNNy on 9 September 2008 – 21:22 -

Use the 5-S mnemonic to remember sun safety : Slop on some sunscreen (at least SPF 30). Slurp up some water. Slip on a shirt—you can buy SPF 50 shirts and clothing now. Slap on a sun hat—with at least a 3″ brim all the way around, …

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Sun Safety (2 of 2)

Written by suNNy on 8 September 2008 – 15:46 -

Being a good role model by wearing sunscreen and limiting your time in the sun not only reduces your risk of becoming sunburned , it reduces your child’s risk, too. By using a variety of sun protection measures, such as keeping your …

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