June in Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Did you know that skin cancer is the most common type of all cancers?
More than 1 million people will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year alone.
Most of all skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to UV rays. This usually occurs when people are out in the sun for too long or for extended periods of time. It can also be caused by the use of tanning beds.
Here are 6 ways you can help prevent skin cancer:
1.Cover up
Living in Texas can get pretty hot in the Spring and Summer. The thought of covering up may seem hot and not real practical but if you wear a lightweight fabric you will stay cool and protect your skin.
2. Sunscreen
You need to use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher. The higher the SPF the better. Make sure you apply sunscreen properly and in generous amounts.
3. Wear a hat
Hats protect our neck, ears, forehead and eyes. Straw hats are not recommended.
4.Wear sunglasses
Sunglasses should block 99% to 100% of UV rays.
5. Limit your time in the sun
The best time to avoid being outside is between the hours of 10am to 4pm.
6. Avoid tanning beds and sunlamps
The UV rays in a tanning bed can be just as strong as sun rays.
If you do suspect a possible skin cancer, please visit with your doctor as soon as you can. Early detection is important and could save your life.
More than 1 million people will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year alone.
Most of all skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to UV rays. This usually occurs when people are out in the sun for too long or for extended periods of time. It can also be caused by the use of tanning beds.
Here are 6 ways you can help prevent skin cancer:
1.Cover up
Living in Texas can get pretty hot in the Spring and Summer. The thought of covering up may seem hot and not real practical but if you wear a lightweight fabric you will stay cool and protect your skin.
2. Sunscreen
You need to use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher. The higher the SPF the better. Make sure you apply sunscreen properly and in generous amounts.
3. Wear a hat
Hats protect our neck, ears, forehead and eyes. Straw hats are not recommended.
4.Wear sunglasses
Sunglasses should block 99% to 100% of UV rays.
5. Limit your time in the sun
The best time to avoid being outside is between the hours of 10am to 4pm.
6. Avoid tanning beds and sunlamps
The UV rays in a tanning bed can be just as strong as sun rays.
If you do suspect a possible skin cancer, please visit with your doctor as soon as you can. Early detection is important and could save your life.
posted by Eileen Silva, Ph.D.,N.D. | 3:03 PM
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