Sun Safety

Helpful tips for sun protection

• Limit your time in the sun, especially between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when the sun’s rays are most intense.
• Wear clothing to cover skin exposed to the sun, such as long-sleeve shirts, pants, sunglasses, and broad-brim hats. Sun-protective clothing is now available.
• Use sunscreen when outdoors.
• Wear sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection.
• Don the right head gear.
• Be aware of medications that increase your sensitivity to the sun.
• Protect youngsters.
• Perform regular skin checks.