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… following tips to protect your skin from the sun. You may decrease your chances of getting … get skin cancer. It's important to use sun protection, no matter what colour your skin is. … as possible. Clothes with sun protection factor (SPF) in the fabric that doesn't wash …
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… 26 Is the sun harmful to children? Children have … Closely-woven cotton material offers natural protection from the sun. If you can see through … UVA and UVB protection and a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or more if you and your …
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… main causes of damage to the skin from the sun. UVA and UVB rays affect the skin's … a broad-spectrum sunscreen that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Use it every day, …
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… (UV) radiation comes mainly from the sun as part of the electromagnetic (light) … protect me against UV radiation? The best protection against UV radiation is to stay out … sunscreen. A sunscreen’s Sun Protection Factor (SPF) shows how long you can be exposed …
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… What causes it? Too much UV radiation from sun exposure can damage DNA. This can cause … a broad-spectrum sunscreen that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Use it every day, …
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… Actionset Overview Excessive exposure to the sun and its ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause … the skin as possible Clothing that has sun protection factor (SPF) in the fabric that does not wash …
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… skin cancer. It's often caused by too much sun. This cancer grows slowly. When found and … a broad-spectrum sunscreen that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Use it every day, …
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… undercooked or raw meat, fish or shellfish Sun protection Protect your skin and eyes from … a sunscreen with a SPF 30 (sun protection factor) 30 minutes before going out into the …
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… and pants when you are outdoors. Avoid the sun between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., which is the … a broad-spectrum sunscreen that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Use it every day, …
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… blinds, drapes, blankets or sheets to keep sun out If the temperature drops at night and … in mind that it does not provide as much protection from the sun’s rays as … UVA and UVB protection and a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or more to exposed skin. …
