No to Skin Cancer!!!

Our skin in the largest living organ on our body. It protects our vital organs, nerves, muscles, well you get it. So we need to take care of it, keep it health and protected. That is where sunscreen comes in. It hydrates and protects the skin from the sun. The ultraviolet rays are very harmful to our skin even on a cloudy day. Who knew? While it is sunny and beautiful out, we like to reduce our clothing because, we need to show some skin or its just HOT!!! However, the sun also cause skin cancer. May is also Melanoma and Skin Cancer awareness month. Please take the time to look to read and follow the tips below to reduce and protect yourself and your loved ones from harm. Yes, even black and brown people need sunscreen. I use and SPF 50 w/hyaluronic acid and/or aloe vera

Let’s take a look at ways to protect your skin from skin cancer and what it looks like!

  • Prepare for outdoor activities and summer skin exposure.

  • Carry sun protection everywhere you go - for you and the family.

  • Re-apply sun-block throughout the day, even on cloudy days.

  • When possible, wear long-sleeves and spend time in the shade.

  • Know your risk.

  • Have those moles checked and get a baseline on file with your dermatologists.

For more information visit:

skincancer.org

https://skincancerprevention.org/get-involved/dont-fry-day/

Don’t Fry Day — May 24, 2024

https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/may/skin-cancer-awareness-month-may

Be safe and have fun in the sun!

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