on Friday, the beginning of the end of week Memorial Day, is also "Don ' T fry day," once for skin safety experts remind Americans about the dangers of overexposure to the Sun.
Melanoma, the potentially deadly form of skin cancer is the most common cancer in young adults in the late twenties, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Council for the prevention of Skin Cancerwho have joined forces to offer advice to save lives on the caution in the Sun. The main cause of skin cancer: overexposure to harmful ultraviolet (UV).
"Many people still don't realize that exposure to the Sun without protection can lead to cancer of the skin and other health problems," said Gina McCarthy, agency Administrator assistant for the EPA Office of Air and radiation, in a press release. "Simple steps, such as using a sunscreen, wear sunglasses or a hat, can protect us and our families, while still enjoying the outdoors."
Skin cancer, the most common type of cancer in the United States, affects more than 2 million U.S. dollars - every year more breast cancer, prostate, lung and colon combined, said the EPA. Every hour, an American dies of cancer of the skin, the Agency noted.
Although the UV rays are dangerous year round, the risks are greatest in the summer months when people spend more time outdoors, McCarthy said.
To limit exposure to harmful UV rays, expert proposes to you:
Cover you. One of the most effective ways to reduce the exposure to the harmful rays of the Sun is to wear a shirt, hat and sunglasses and Sunscreen SPF 15 +. Find a shady place. It is best to stay out of direct light from the Sun during peak hours, from 10 h to 16 h being aware of the UV index. Get involved in outdoor activities, check the UV index to identify the time more risky for overexposure to the Sun.
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