Tips On Sun Protection

• Avoid the sun from as early as 10am to 4pm, as the ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the strongest (or 10am to 2pm during winter). Sunscreen is needed even during winter and cloudy days.

  The sun is the greatest natural source of UV radiation and this radiation is divided into UV-A, UV-B and UV-C. UV-A causes eye and skin problems, UV-B causes tanning or sunburn while UV-C is absorbed by the atmosphere.

• Wear sunglasses with full UV protection and wraparound frame. Wear them whether or not you wear contact lenses. If you wear spectacles, get protective lenses that can be clipped onto the spectacle frame.
• Wear a hat with tightly-woven fabric on top with a broad brim of at least 3 to 4 inches.
• Use an umbrella for shade. Walk under shades and use underground bridges whenever possible.
• Apply sunscreen (SPF 30 and above) on exposed areas like the neck, nose, cheeks, lips, eyelids, ears, shoulders and arms. Apply 15 to 30 minutes before going outdoors and re-apply often. Use generously.
• As for clothings, hold them up to the light, the less light that passes through, the more protection you will get. Dark-colored denims offer good sun protection.
• The whole idea here about sun protection is avoidance and adequate protection over all exposed areas.
• If you have to work under the sun, wear long sleeves and long pants.
• Children need protection too. Buy sunscreen suitable for kids.

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