Protect your skin from the sun. Sunlight contains ultraviolet radiation that is very damaging to the skin and while many people still think of a tan as a sign of good health, a tan is, in fact, a sign of skin damage. Sun damage can range from the pain and blistering of a sunburn to the wrinkled, saggy appearance caused by photoaging to the most serious problem of all: skin cancer. More than 90% of all skin cancers occur on the parts of the body that are subjected to repeated sun exposure.

Health Canada warns that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Canada and excessive exposure to the sun's UV radiation is the main factor that increases the risk of developing skin cancer, which is largely preventable if sun protective practices are used. Your DELL pharmacist can help you select the right sunscreen to meet your family's needs and advise you on proper application.

Other protective measures include: applying a lip balm with an SPF when going outdoors; wearing sunglasses with both UVA & UVB ray protection; wearing protective lightweight clothing & a hat; staying in the shade; avoiding sunbathing and tanning salons; performing a skin self-exam every month to check for signs of skin cancer & consulting your doctor if you see anything unusual; and checking with your pharmacist as to which medications make you especially sensitive to the sun.

For more information ask your Dell Pharmacist!