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Sun safety
Sun safety is an increasingly important part of our lives.
The ozone layer continues to be depleted , which means that we all are exposed to more harmful UV radiation {UVR}.The effects of exposure to UVR are well documented – too much sun in childhood is the primary cause of skin cancer in adulthood.
Not so long ago, we used to think that being out in the sun was healthy. We'd sit outside to "get some color", come back after the weekend or a vacation with a "healthy tan". Now we know how wrong we were. The fact is there is no such thing as a "healthy tan". A tan indicates damage to the skin, and cumulative tanning and burning increases the damage and increases the chance of skin cancer.
Some facts worth knowing:
-Sun exposure is responsible for the development of at least two thirds of all melanomas {cancerous tumors on the skin}.
-About 80 percent of a person's lifetime sun damage occurs before the age of 18.
-1 out of every 7 children born today will develop skin cancer in adulthood.
-Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States each year; more than 1 million new cases are diagnosed.
- 4 out of 5 skin cancers are preventable if the skin is properly protected.
When is the sun dangerous?
Any unprotected exposure to the sun is dangerous. The most dangerous hours of the day are between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm, so, whenever possible you should limit outside activities such as swimming or outside play to before and after those hours. Also, you should note that the damaging effects of the sun can be intensified by water.
How can I best protect my children from the sun, particularly at the beach or pool?
As much as possible, you should try to keep children in the shade. But we all know that's not always practical, so your best protection in the sun is to dress children in sun protective swimwear that is rated UPF50+. You should also apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF15 or higher to exposed parts of the body.
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What does UPF50+ mean?
UPF50+ is the highest rating granted by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency {ARPNSA). the world's leading authority on sun protection. It means the material has been subjected to stringent laboratory tests and has been proven to offer "excellent protection", blocking out 98% of all UV radiation.
All sun way products are made from material that has received UPF50+ certification from ARPNSA , and each individual garment comes with a certificate verifying that is complies with ARPNSA's UPF50+ rating.
What wrong with covering up with regular clothing , such as a cotton shirt or pants?
While any material block out some UVR, different fabrics provides different amounts of sun protection. Most cotton or synthetic weaves provide only minimal protection. For example , a standard dry cotton t-shirt blocks only about 50% of UVR . When wet , the protection can be reduced to as little as 25% . This means that if you decide to dress child in a t-shirt at the beach or pool , we should also apply sunscreen under the shirt .
When and where should I apply sunscreen?
The sunscreen should be liberally applied to dry skin 15-30 minutes before going out into the sun, in order to allow the protective chemicals to soak into the skin. It should be reapplied about every two hours and after strenuous physical activity or swimming.
When applying sunscreen , pay particular attention to the face, ears ,hands and arms, and generously coat any skin that is not covered by clothing.
7 steps to sun protection:
1. Limit time spent in the sun regardless of the day or season.
2. Use sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher whenever you spend time outdoor.
3. Cover up with sun protective swimwear, hat and sunglasses.
4. Seek the shade.
5. Never seek a tan.
6. Stay away from tanning parlors and artificial tanning devices.
7. Protect your children and teach them sun safety from an early age.
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