******Sun Safety for Yourself and Your Family Year Round******
Seek the shade, especially during the sun's peak hours (10:00am-4:00pm).
Always wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of
15 or higher. Sun damage occurs even on cloudy days.
Cover up with clothing, especially a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking
sunglasses. Use long sleeve rash guards with a high SPF rating if you are on
the beach or in the water.
Avoid tanning parlors and artificial tanning devices.
Get vitamin D safely through a healthy diet that includes vitamin supplements.
Keep newborns out of the sun. Sunscreens can be used on babies over the age
of six months.
Teach children good sun-protective practices.
Examine your skin from head to toe once every month.
Have a professional medical examination annually.
Avoid tanning and especially -- do not burn! One blistering sunburn can
double your risk of melanoma.
