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The Importance of Sun Protection
Sun protection is important year-round. Overexposure to the sun can cause UV damage that can result in skin cancer and/or premature skin aging. It’s estimated that four out of five cases of skin cancer can be prevented by taking cover from the sun. Up to 3 million cases of skin cancer are reported each year.
Sun Protection Strategies
The most harmful UV rays occur during the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. When outdoors, there are ways to play it safe:
- Stay in the shade
- Wear protective clothing, a hat, and sunglasses
- Apply sunscreen with sun protective factor (SPF) 15 or higher
- Reapply after two hours in the sun, swimming, or sweaty activity
- Check the expiration date
- Use makeup that contains SPF
