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SKIN SAFETY

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Summer is coming to a close, but protecting your skin from the sun needs to be a life-long habit. 1 in 5 Americans will get skin cancer during their lifetime and 1 in 33 will get melanoma. One American dies of melanoma every 65 minutes. Protecting yourself and your family prevents skin cancer and premature aging of the skin.

Make sure your sunscreen protects against both UV-A and UV-B rays.

Look for the American Academy of Dermatology’s “AAD Seal of Recognition”. This is new. So far they like Aveeno Continuous Protection. Consumer Reports’ top picks include Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 45 and No-Ad Sunblock Lotion SPF 45.

Apply sunscreen generously and re-apply every 2 hours or sooner if you sweat or swim.

Avoid combo products that contain insect repellant.

OTHER PROTECTION:

Seek shade, especially between 10am and 4pm.

Wear a hat, sunglasses and as much clothing as comfortable.

Use extra caution near snow, water or sand as these surfaces reflect sunlight well

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