Protect your kids and yourself from sun exposure when you are at the beach, pool, or playing outdoors. Here are some key things to remember:
*Infants under 6 months have delicate skin and are at great risk for skin damage, so keep them out of direct sunlight versus applying sunscreen to their skin.
*All skin tones can develop skin cancer, so everyone over 6 months should use an SPF 30 or stronger, regardless of ethnicity. Choose a sunscreen that blocks UVA and UVB rays because even when it looks overcast outside, up to 80% of the sun's rays still get absorbed by your skin.
*Start teaching your kids sun-safe habits now by wearing sunscreen, wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses, and long-sleeved UV-blocking clothes every time you go outdoors.
*Remember to drink water and find shady places to cool off during the peak sun hours (10:00 am and 2:00 pm).
* Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a proven human carcinogen and will cause 1 in 5 Americans to develop skin cancer by age 70. Experiencing five or more sunburns in your life doubles your risk for melanoma, but these safety tips can reduce or prevent the number of sunburns.
Enjoy your fun in the sun, but remember to stay sun-safe!
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