YOUV
Today’s Extreme rating surpasses all daily ratings.
You should be acutely aware of the risks posed by UV Radiation when outdoors. Follow these simple steps:
- Avoid exposure to the sun between 10am and 4pm
- When outdoors, cover up with a hat and sunglasses as well as covering exposed skin
- If outdoors for extended periods, apply sunscreen every 3 hours
Be aware that your skin complexion and type is not a measure for your protection to UV under these Extreme circumstances. All skin types burn under Extreme conditions, regardless of whether you're moderate to dark skin complexion (Fitzpatrick III-VI) your skin will burn, albeit invisible to the human eye.
Sun burn implies sun damage and increased risk of skin diseases and of long-term risk of skin cancer.
If you intend to spend time on the water, snow, in sandy areas or deserts, be aware that reflective surfaces can increase the effects of UV rays and risk posed to your skin and eyes. Alcohol consumption in the sun can increase your risk of sunburn due to increased dehydration of your skin, the loss of awareness and underestimation of time.
Burn time: Less than 5 minutes*
More information:
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Website includes: How to do a skin self-exam, appearance and types of skin cancer.
Melanoma Research Foundation. A non profit organization founded by a cancer patient. Newsletter by email or hard copy.
Cancer Links Provides links to other melanoma sites.
Quack Watch Critical review of alternative therapies. Not limited to melanoma.
* Burn time is related to SPF & UV rating. Example: With UV rating of 10 minutes to burn, a person wearing a SPF of 15 has 2 ½ hours of protection. (10 minutes. X 15 = 150 minutes or 2 ½ hrs) until re-application.
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