Increased incidence of melanoma is due to unprotected exposure to the sun.
In North America one person in sixty-two will be diagnosed with melanoma. The increased incidence of melanoma is due to unprotected exposure to the sun.
Sunlight contains ultraviolet rays, UVB and UVC. The UVC rays are usually blocked by the ozone and never reach earth, but the UVB and UVA rays do penetrate the ozone layer and when we are out in the sunlight without sun protection it can do irreversible damage to the skin.
UVB rays make-up five percent of the UV radiation that reaches the earth and mainly responsible for tanning and sunburns.
UVA easy make-up ninety-five per cent of the UV radiation that reaches earth they are more dangerous than they seem since they accelerate aging as the effects are quite visible in long term exposure.
Infrequent exposure to UVA and UVB rays can also cause irreversible damage to our skin. We also need protection while in the shade as UVA rays can reach us there and also behind glass. After sunbathing or sitting in the car for a while it is a good idea to cover-up, for example with a long sleeved shirt.
The sunscreen should be applied generously and on all exposed skin. Apply regularly during the day especially when in and out of the water.
Apply sunscreen and protection to the following exposed areas.
Hair line, hair parting, ears, eye contour, neck, collar bone, back and front of arms, elbows, back of hands, feet, legs, behind knee, protect head with a hat and most important protect eyes with sunglasses.
Cover-up, protect your skin and have a great fun filled safe summer…
