Today, June 21, marks the official the start of summer!
Spending time in the sun can be relaxing and enjoyable, but it’s important to always practice sun safety. A few tips for staying safe in the sun include:
- Wearing waterproof sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher
- Donning lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that covers your whole body
- Seeking shade or avoiding the sun during its peak hours of 10am-4pm
- Reapplying sunscreen often
- Wearing a hat and sunglasses
Our free publications on sun safety and melanoma prevention and screening offer more great tips on how to protect yourself from skin cancer. All of our publications can be ordered free of charge through our online order form.
We at CancerCare hope you’ll keep these tips in mind this summer, whether you’re sunbathing at the beach, lounging in the backyard, or taking a relaxing walk outside. We encourage all of you to spend some time ourdoors, and to safely enjoy the summer sunshine!
