July is UV Safety Awareness Month
(SPM Wire) July is UV Safety Awareness Month, a great opportunity to brush up on ways to protect your skin and eyes
from ultraviolet exposure.
UV rays can cause sunburns, eye injuries and cancer,
making protection critical. This summer be sure to:
Wear sunscreen: Wear sunscreen
of SPF 30 or higher every day, not just on the days you are heading to the beach or pool. Consistently reapply it every two
hours, and whenever your skin is exposed to water or sweat.
Wear sunglasses:
Protect your eyes with sunglasses that are labeled as offering UV protection.
Wear
a hat: Wear a hat to protect your scalp and to offer your face and eyes additional sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is best,
though any hat offering shade is better than nothing.
Choose shade: When dining
or lounging outdoors, choose shade. Always sit under umbrellas, awnings or trees.
