Sun Protection Tips
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Try and stay in the shade between 10 am and 4 pm.
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Use physical protection in the form of sunglasses, umbrellas, a wide-brimmed hat and appropriate clothing.
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Wear dark colors with long sleeves whenever possible, as dark color absorb UV Rays.
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Beware of reflective surfaces like sand, snow, concrete, water, clouds etc.
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Beware of Photosensitizing Drugs eg sulphonamides, tetracyclines etc.
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Use a good sunscreen which is broad spectrum with both UVA and UVB blockers.
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Sunscreens should be used every day of the year if you are going to be in the sun for more than 20 minutes.
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When applying sunscreen, pay particular attention to the face, hands and arms, and coat the skin liberally to cover the exposed areas of the body properly.
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Be careful to cover exposed areas completely.
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Don't forget to apply on the lips too.
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Swimming is also known to darken the skin, hence application of sunscreen before swimming minimizes darkening of the skin.
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