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I was just wondering what kind of sun exposure you had as a kid/teen? I didn’t know if you went to the beach repeatedly and didn’t wear sunscreen or sun -bathed in the backyard without any protection covering your skin, or if this is just the result ….. Also, this Friday is Don’t Fry Day – a bunch of orgs interested in skin cancer prevention have united to put it on – good info on sun safety there …

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Sunburns in childhood are associated with an increased risk of developing melanoma. EPA is encouraging schools to participate by pledging to incorporate sun safety into their May activities. Participating classrooms will receive a Don’t Fry … and other sun safety resources. EPA recommends some simple ways to stay safe in the sun . Remember, Slip, Slop, Slap and Wrap and plan activities away from the midday sun . • Slip on a shirt. • Slop on sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher). …

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Pale skinned people who are most at risk of skin cancer are ignoring sun safety advice, according to research released today to launch Sun Awareness Week 2009. … of the need to check the skin for cancer, and their choice of sun protection products. Skin types. The survey revealed that less than half (45%) of people with skin type 1 or 2 – pale skin which easily sunburns and is at the greatest risk of skin cancer – always use a sunscreen when out in the sun . …

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But how safe are sunscreens?

Hines says she’s never thought about the ingredients, just about things like whether it’s waterproof, can it be used on her face and what are her friends using. Medical experts say the ingredients are key to protection, but debate rages about the safety of a common ingredient in sunscreens oxybenzone, also known as benzophenone 3, an organic compound.
A study by the Centers for Disease Control found the compound in 97 percent of the 2,500 human urine samples tested. Now some health experts and environmentalists question its safety.

A database created by the Environmental Working Group, based in Washington DC, lists more than 1,000 sunscreens and their ingredients. Read more »

I am known to all of my friends as Safety Pup and that is for good reason. I am big on seat belts, safety goggles and SUNSCREEN !! My husband, son and I are fair skinned and I am a firm believer that the sun is not only dangerous it ages you …. I’m very fair-skinned and am religious about using sunscreen , wearing big hats, etc. I’ve already had 8 moles removed, due to them being suspicious. Luckily, all have been benign, but since I got numerous sunburns as a child, …

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Sephora comes up with the best sample kits, and their Sun Safety Kit is probably our favorite to date. Even if you have your favorite facial sunscreen , you won’t want to pass on this deal of sample-size sunscreens in SPF … Pick yours up before they’re gone, and while you’re at it, pick up one for your friend at work who always seems to have a sunburn or peeling skin. Her skin will thank you, and you’ll feel good knowing you’re teaching her a lesson in sun …

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If I apply sunscreen to my child in the morning before school/daycare, does it provide adequate protection during 20-30 min morning & afternoon recesses? Is it necessary to “reapply every 2 hrs” when most of the day is spent indoors? … A school caring for toddlers should guarantee your child is safe, and that includes sun safety . Particularly if your child is fair, and at most risk for sunburn . You sound like a great mom…I wish you the best …

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