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Healthy Tip
Sedgwick
County Health Department – 660-7300
Sun Exposure Safety
Protection from sun exposure is important all year, regardless of if you are at
the beach or doing yard work. As long as the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays are
reaching the earth you need to protect yourself from excessive sun exposure.
Ultraviolet rays can cause skin damage during any season or temperature.
The
Sedgwick County Health Department offers the following sun exposure safety tips:
- Limit time in the midday sun. The sun’s rays are
strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
- Seek shade. Remember the shadow rule: “Watch your
shadow – no shadow, seek shade!”
- Always use sunscreen. Choose a sunscreen with at least
a SPF of 15.
- Wear a hat.
- Cover up. Wear loose-fitting and full length clothing
to protect your skin.
- Wear sunglasses that block 99 to 100% of UV radiation.
- Avoid tanning salons.
- Watch for the UV Index. Remember 0 is minimal; 10 is
very high!
You can find the UV Index for your area online at:
www.epa.gov/sunwise/uvindex.html.
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