Shannon Medical Center | Health Beat | Summer 2018

4 HEALTH BEAT Well-being A balanced life isa healthy LIFE Sources: American Academy of Dermatology; American Cancer Society USE SUNSCREEN Sun Safety TIPS TO BEAT THE BURN COVER UP SEEK SHADE Choose a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or more. Apply it generously. Reapply at least every two hours and after swimming or sweating. Cover as much of your skin as possible. Choose a hat that shades your face, ears and neck— and wear sunglasses that block 99% to 100% of UV rays. Take extra care near reflective surfaces like water, sand and snow. They increase the likelihood of sunburn.