Enjoy the Sun. Protect Your Skin.
Exposure to the Sun’s harmful UV rays can cause lasting damage to the skin, from sunburn, dryness and coarsening of the skin to skin cancer. There are some simple precautions anyone can take to prevent sun damage:
Use Sunscreen
Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 15 or more liberally, and re-apply every two hours or after working, swimming, playing or exercising outdoors.
It is critical to apply sunscreen properly to protect the skin from the harmful effects of the Sun’s ultraviolet rays.
Many people, however, fail to apply sunscreen at all. Seven out of 10 people do not reapply sunscreen consistently.
Rising UV indexes are leading to more and more cases of sunburn in the United States.
Limit Exposure to Midday Sun
The sun's UV rays are the strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the sun during these hours.
Watch the UV index
This important resource helps you plan your outdoor activities in ways that prevent overexposure to the sun’s rays. While you should always take precautions against overexposure, take special care to adopt sun safety practices when the UV Index predicts exposure levels of moderate or above.
Use Shade Wisely
Seek shade when UV rays are the most intense, but keep in mind that shade structures such as trees, umbrellas or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Remember the shadow rule: "Watch your shadow — Short shadow, seek shade!"
Wear Protective Clothing
hat with a wide brim offers good sun protection for your eyes, ears, face, and the back or your neck. Sunglasses that provide 99 to 100 percent UV-A and UV-B protection will greatly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose fitting clothes will provide additional protection from the sun.
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