It's the start of summer in my kids opinion...the pool is open. Come out and check out the great pool we have here in Monona.
Here is some information to keep in mind.
Dr. Susan Chon, associate professor in the Department of Dermatology at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, knows adults and teens alike benefit from the seasonal reminder to practice key skin cancer prevention strategies. A board certified dermatologist, Dr. Chon counsels healthy individuals daily on ways to reduce their skin cancer risk and is full of simple tips for healthy summer skin, including ones not typically known, like those below.
Did you know?
SPF 30 sunscreen applied incorrectly is actually SPF 20?
Dermatologists at M. D. Anderson always recommend sunscreens SPF 30 or higher, because they have found that the majority of people don't apply enough sunscreen. According to Dr. Chon, a SPF 30 sunscreen may provide significantly less protection when not enough is used. Don't know how much to use? Dr. Chon suggests following the American Academy of Dermatology recommendation: one ounce, enough to fill a shot glass, is considered the amount needed to cover the exposed areas of the body properly.
Protection from the sun's harmful rays is just a wash away?
For runners, people who work outdoors and others who are frequently outdoors, Dr. Chon recommends investing in clothing with built-in UVA blockers to provide an extra layer of protection. Many outdoor and sports clothing brands sell lightweight trendy gear that offer up to 50+ UPF (ultraviolet protection factor). Another good option is to wash clothes in a specialty detergent that boosts the UPF of your everyday clothes for up to 20 washes. Dr. Chon notes this great for parents who find it hard to keep constant tabs on their child's sunscreen habits during long summer days, and can be particularly useful when preparing for summer day and overnight camps.
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