4 Ways to Prevent Skin Cancer

Did you know skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States? Each year there are

more new cases of skin cancer than breast, prostate, lung and colon cancers combined!

Shade

Anytime you are outdoors, try to stay out of direct sunlight. Staying under shade like an umbrella or a tree will help block harmful UV rays from damaging

your skin.

Avoid Tanning Beds

Artificial tans from tanning beds still emit the same UV rays that the sun does and if you frequent tanning

beds, the risk of skin cancer tremendously increases. The short exposure in a tanning bed mimics hours of

sunbathing in just minutes, accelerating the damaging affects UV rays can have on the skin.

Sunscreen

Apply natural sunscreen for body parts exposed to

sunlight. Sunscreen can prevent skin cancer and

reduce the risk of developing melanoma.

Hats

Baseball caps, garden hats and large brimmed hats

can also protect against harmful UV rays from the sun.

Also, stay covered up to shield your skin.