UV radiation, which is invisible, is emitted by the sun, tanning beds, and sunlamps. Skin cells can be harmed by UV radiation. To learn more about UV radiation and sun safety, click here.
Sun Safety Poster Contest Winners!
Thank you to everyone who entered this year’s Sun Safety Poster Contest! Over 100 posters were submitted by students from both Atlantic and Cape May counties. The top 20 award recipients are listed in this article. Thank you for your participation once again, and we hope the students will enjoy their prizes.
Community Needs Assessment Survey
Every three years, Shore Medical Center conducts a public survey to obtain information on community resources and needs. This survey will assist us in collaborating to solve the most pressing needs and measure healthcare access. Thank you in advance for taking the time to complete this survey!
Is It Beneficial to Spend Time Outside?
Low vitamin D levels can be caused by little or no sun exposure, but too much UV radiation from the sun or artificial sources can raise the risk of skin cancer and eye problems. Read the full article to learn more.
June is National Cancer Survivor Month
The first Sunday in June is National Cancer Survivors Day, which is part of National Cancer Survivors Month. This year’s National Cancer Survivors Day is June 8. Both events are intended to honor life and to reassure people who are still fighting cancer, as well as their families, that survival is possible.
Heart Age Among Cancer Survivors
Cancer survivors may have a higher risk of heart disease than people who have never had cancer. Cancer survivors can take steps to lower their risk of heart disease. Click to learn more.
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month
One of the most preventable types of cancer is skin cancer. Skin Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity for us to raise awareness about the dangers of skin cancer, share facts, and save lives.
World Ovarian Cancer Day
The 8th of May is World Ovarian Cancer Day, a day when people all around the world unite to combat ovarian cancer.
Sun Safety Poster Contest!
The goal of the sun safety poster contest is to raise awareness among young people about the importance of sun protection and how to avoid skin cancer. This poster contest also provides children with a fun exercise in which they may express their creativity and ideas.