SUN
picture Protect yourself from the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays. Overexposure can lead to eye problems, sunburn and even skin cancer.
  • Use UV protective sunscreens with a protection factor of atleast 15 whenever you are in the sun for long periods. Even on cloudy days UV rays can get through.
  • Minimize your exposure when the sun's rays are the strongest, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Wear wide-brimmed hats in the sun; baseball caps don't cover enough of your face and neck.
  • Choose sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of UV light. Wraparound glasses are best.
  • Babies under 6 months should be kept out of direct sunlight.

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