the sun & its effects may 2104. health info prepared by public health vitalité health network...
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The Sun & Its EffectsMay 2104
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Health Infoprepared by
Public Health Vitalité Health Network
May 2014
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The sun and its effects..
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The sun:
• Provides light and warms you
• Helps your skin to produce vitamin D
• Can kill germs
• Positively impacts your mood
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Did you know that…The sun is 150 million km away from
the Earth!Without the sun, life would not be sustainable…it would be dark and
very cold!
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However…Staying in the sun too long can
cause:• Sunburn• Aging of the skin• Skin cancer• Eye problems• A weaker immune system
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Sunscreen can protect you!Look for:
– A high SPF (at least15)– A « broad spectrum » (UVA and
UVB protection)– A water-resistant
cream
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Sunscreen can protect you!Apply it:
– When the UV index is 3 or higher– In advance (at least 20 minutes before
going out in the sun)– Often (at least every 2 hours)– After swimming or doing intense
activity– On all exposed areas
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Important facts:
Sunscreens can help to reduce sunburn
but they are not as effective against the
other UV rays adverse effects.
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You must also:• Cover yourself when you
are in the sun (wear long sleeves, hat and glasses);
• Limit the time you spend in the sun (especially between 11:00 am and 4:00 pm);
• Drink plenty of water
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Don’t forget…You can enjoy the sun and all its benefits…but do it safely!