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During outdoor activities such as swimming, it is important to protect yourself from harmful effects of sun exposure, including skin cancer and sunburn. Although not painful like a sunburn, a suntan is also a sign that damage from UV rays has occurred and should be avoided.
Stay in the shade as much as possible, especially during the middle of the day when the sun is strongest. Use clothing, hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen with at least SPF 15 and UVA and UVB protection to shield all areas of the body from the sun. Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours and if skin gets wet. For more information: CDC: Travelers’ Health: Sun Exposure
For more information:
CDC: Skin Cancer: How Can I Protect My Children from the Sun?
Center for a Healthy Maryland: Skin Cancer Prevention, Maryland Skin Cancer Prevention Program
SunGuard Man Online (includes educational and health promotion materials)
EPA: Sun Safety
National Environmental Education Foundation: SunWise (Tool kit for educators)
EPA: Facts about Skin Cancer, Maryland
CDC: Skin Cancer
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