Happy Summer!
The sun can be both beneficial and harmful, following the general rule of moderation is best. The sun provides for us Vitamin D, something our bodies cannot live without. Sunshine affects our hormones in positive ways, boosting our immune system and our moods! And, most of us have experienced what happens when we are out in the sun too much-SUNBURN, or even worse, heat stroke. Sunburns can lead to a higher risk of skin cancer, in fact, one of the most deadly kinds of skin cancer, malignant melanoma. So, let us take advantage of the sunshine but in moderation. The safest times to be in the sun are before 10:00 a.m. and after 3:00 p.m. This is when the sun is the least intense. If you are in the sun between 10:00 and 3:00, wear sunscreen and/or cover up with a hat and light clothing. The following information is here to remind us all of several summer rules of sunscreen usage-thank goodness we have it!
Did you know?
Exposure to the sun during daily activities and play causes the most sun damage.
Overexposure to sunlight before age 18 is most damaging to the skin.
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