By Ali Venosa I had been expecting a regular day at work, but when I walked into The Skin Cancer Foundation’s office one day recently, I found several workers bustling around carrying ladders and rolls of film. The workers were there to replace the UV-blocking film on our office windows, of…
5 Sneaky Ways You’re Being Exposed to the Sun’s UV Rays
There are a few sneaky situations where UV radiation can reach you, and it’s just as important to protect yourself against potential skin damage at these times as it is on sunny days.
The Sun Is My Vice
We often speak of “vices” as something that’s okay because we do so many other things right. My vice damaged my skin.
Sun Safety
Protection from UV rays is important all year, not just during the summer. UV rays can reach you on cloudy and cool days, and they reflect off of surfaces like water, cement, sand, and snow.
July is UV Safety Awareness Month
July is UV Safety Awareness Month, and with summer in full swing, it’s the perfect time to think about protecting yourself and your loved ones from the sun’s harmful UV rays.
What Are the Risk Factors for Skin Cancer?
Anyone can get skin cancer, but people with certain characteristics are at greater risk…
Summer Isn’t Over Yet
Even if summer is coming to an end, we shouldn’t begin to neglect sun protection. Even into September, it can be necessary to use sun protection. For some helpful advice on sun safety, click here.
UV Safety Month
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.
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.