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Sun Safe Behaviors
SunWise
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The Ozone Layer…
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…is a thin shield high up in the sky. It protects life on Earth from the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays.
In the 1980s, scientists began finding the ozone being depleted allowing more UV radiation to reach the Earth's surface.
The level of UV radiation that reaches the Earth’s surface can vary, depending on a variety of factors.
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Time of day Time of year Latitude Altitude Weather Conditions Environment-Reflection Stratospheric Ozone
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UV radiation levels vary depending on:
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UV Radiation
UV Radiation
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How do we measure UV radiation levels?
We use the UV Index Scale.
Reported on a scale of 1 -11+.
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UVindex
Take special care when the UV Index is 5-6 or higher.
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UVA rays –premature Aging UVB rays –cause of sunBurn Skin type affects the degree some
people burn. Use Sunscreen with SPF of 15 or
more. SPF 30 is NOT twice as protective
as SPF 15.
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The Burning Facts…
There is no such thing as a healthy suntan.
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How Can You Become
SunWise?
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Sun Safety Action Steps
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Limit Time in the Midday Sun
Seek Shade
Cover Up
Wear a Hat
Use Sunscreen
Wear Sunglasses
Avoid Tanning Parlors
Watch for the UV Index
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Limit Time in the Midday
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Limit Time in the Midday
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The sun’s rays are strongest between 10 am and 4 pm.
To the extent possible, limit exposure to the sun during these hours.
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Seek Shade Seek Shade
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Staying under cover is one of the best ways to protect yourself from the sun.
But remember, shade structures do not offer complete sun protection.
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Cover Up Cover Up
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Wearing tightly woven, loose-fitting, and full-length clothing is a good way to protect your skin from the sun’s UV rays.
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Sun Safety Action Steps
Use Sunscreen
Use Sunscreen
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Use sunscreen of SPF 15+ liberally and reapply every 2 hours, or after working, swimming, playing, or exercising outdoors.
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Sun Safety Action Steps
Wear a Hat Wear a Hat
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A hat with a wide brim offers good sun protection for your eyes, ears, face, and the back of your neck.
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Sun Safety Action Steps
Wear Sunglasses
Wear Sunglasses
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Sunglasses that provide 99 to 100 percent UVA and UVB protection will greatly reduce sun exposure that can lead to cataracts and other eye damage.
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Avoid Tanning Parlors
Avoid Tanning Parlors
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The light source from sunbeds and sunlamps damages the skin and unprotected eyes. It is a good idea to avoid artificial sources of UV light.
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Sun Safety Action Steps
Watch forthe UV Index
Watch forthe UV Index
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The UV Index provides important information to help you plan your outdoor activities in ways that prevent overexposure to the sun. The UV Index is issued daily across the United States.