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CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• So, what is the risk of sunburn? Well, a person’s risk of getting melanoma (cancer) doubles once she or he has had 5 sunburns.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• This can develop.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• In a recent poll, 42% of English people get a sunburn at least once per year.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Even short, sharp intense bursts of Sun on your skin increases the chances of getting skin cancer.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Too much exposure to the Sun can cause severe blistering anywhere on the body. Even 1 blister more than doubles your chances of getting cancer.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Family history, skin type and having a large number of moles on your body can also affect the chances of getting skin cancer.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• No, young man. This is not funny. It’s dangerous.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Babies in particular must be kept out of the Sun’s rays as their skin is especially soft and more easily burnt.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Peeling skin can be sore as well as not looking good. The chances of getting an infection greatly increase as well.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Painful!!
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Sore for ages!
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Getting burnt on a sun bed is also very dangerous and can cause major effects which can affect your life.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• So, how do you reduce the risk?
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Seek the shade, especially between 10am and 4pm.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Avoid tanning shops.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Use at least factor 15 sun cream. Always read the label. * Other sun cream brands are available.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sun cream over all of your body at least 30 minutes before you go out in the Sun and re-apply every 2 hours.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Wear a broad rimmed hat and sunglasses.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Keep babies out of the sun and cover them up. Do not apply sun cream until at least 6 months old.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• Examine yourself (you may need the help of others to examine your back) from head to toe each month to check for suspicious moles.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• If you have any concerns about the size or shape of moles, you must consult your GP. They will know what to do next.
CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.
• LATEST NEWS -:
• Sun cream is not enough. People need to cover up as well.
• http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-27793354