Did you know the Friday before Memorial Day, has been declared “Don’t Fry Day” to encourage Sun Safety Awareness?
Skin cancer has been on the rise from exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun. The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention has designated the Friday before Memorial Day as “Don’t Fry Day” to encourage sun safety awareness and to remind everyone to protect their skin while enjoying the outdoors.
There are several things you can do to help prevent overexposure to UV radiation.
- Do Not Burn or Tan
- Seek Shade
- Wear Sun-Protective Clothing
- Generously Apply Sunscreen SPF 30 or higher
- Use Extra Caution Near Water and Sand, even snow
- Get Vitamin D Safely
- Wear a Hat
- Avoid Tanning Beds
The American Cancer Society estimates that one American dies every hour from skin cancer. This year alone, the American Cancer Society estimates there will be more than 73,870 new cases of malignant melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, and more than two million new cases of basal cell and squamous cell skin cancers in the U.S.
Fortunately, skin cancer is highly curable if found early and can be prevented. The best way to detect skin cancer early is to examine your skin regularly and recognize changes in moles and skin growths.
Skin cancer doesn’t discriminate. It likes you young or old, light skin or dark skin, male or female, rich or poor; could all be at risk for skin cancer. Those who have a family history of skin cancer, plenty of moles or freckles, or a history of severe sunburns early in life are at a higher risk of skin cancer as well.
Ephesians 6:11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.
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