{"id":490,"date":"2023-11-07T17:16:49","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T17:16:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/54.153.41.214\/?page_id=490"},"modified":"2023-12-21T22:20:05","modified_gmt":"2023-12-21T22:20:05","slug":"sunscreensafety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/childrenfirstmedicalgroup.org\/index.php\/2023\/11\/07\/sunscreensafety\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunscreen Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"490\" class=\"elementor elementor-490\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41a4b73 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"41a4b73\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-06a90e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"06a90e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cacf2ba elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-heading\" data-id=\"cacf2ba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" ><div class=\"ekit-heading elementskit-section-title-wraper text_center   ekit_heading_tablet-   ekit_heading_mobile-\"><h3 class=\"elementskit-section-subtitle  \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tJune 30, 2023\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3><h2 class=\"ekit-heading--title elementskit-section-title \">Sun Safety with Sunscreen<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div class='ekit-heading__description'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>It's summer time! Are you enjoying the rays of sunshine safely? Find out below!\u00a0<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62d2bc9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"62d2bc9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/childrenfirstmedicalgroup.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/thumbs\/sun-drawing-sunscreen-on-child-s-back-photo-stockpack-pexels-scaled-qmmgma87tveenbs3rwfqfx9araoivwnmzmvzgynpnq.jpg\" title=\"sun-drawing-sunscreen-on-child-s-back-photo-stockpack-pexels\" alt=\"Sun drawing sunscreen on child s back photo\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b622962 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"b622962\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dcb226f e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"dcb226f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-98e869f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"98e869f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Sun Safety with Sunscreen<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-27790c3 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"27790c3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0412ff2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0412ff2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: center;\">As the warm sun beckons us to spend more time outdoors, it&#8217;s crucial to remember that our skin needs protection. While enjoying the sun&#8217;s rays can be delightful, prolonged exposure without proper precautions can lead to harmful consequences. That&#8217;s where sunscreen comes in. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of using sunscreen and how it plays a vital role in safeguarding your skin from the damaging effects of the sun.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-968f836 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"968f836\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9d39ad2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9d39ad2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"comp-ljj4eqog1\" class=\"KcpHeO tz5f0K comp-ljj4eqog1 wixui-rich-text\" data-testid=\"richTextElement\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Shield against Harmful UV Rays:<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">One of the primary reasons to use sunscreen is its ability to provide a protective shield against the sun&#8217;s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. UV radiation, specifically UVA and UVB rays, can cause both short-term and long-term damage to the skin. Sunscreen forms a physical barrier on the skin, absorbing and reflecting these rays, thereby preventing them from penetrating and harming the deeper layers of your skin.<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><strong><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><strong><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Prevent Premature Aging:<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Excessive sun exposure can accelerate the aging process, resulting in premature wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots. Sunscreen acts as a defense mechanism against these visible signs of aging by minimizing the impact of UV radiation. Regular application of sunscreen helps maintain the skin&#8217;s elasticity and collagen, keeping it supple, youthful, and radiant for longer.<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><strong><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><strong><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Lower Risk of Skin Cancer:<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Skin cancer is a primary concern. Protecting your skin from the sun is an effective way to reduce the risk. Prolonged exposure to UV radiation is a significant contributing factor to various types of skin cancer, including melanoma.\u00a0 By consistently using sunscreen with a broad-spectrum SPF (Sun Protection Factor) greater than 30, you create a barrier that helps prevent harmful UV rays from damaging your skin cells and potentially causing cancerous growths.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><strong><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Protection in All Seasons:<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\" dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">While it may be tempting to think that sunscreen is only necessary during the summer months or on sunny days. The truth is that UV rays can still be present during other seasons and even on cloudy or overcast days or when reflected by snow. UV radiation can penetrate through clouds and windows, putting your skin at risk even when you don&#8217;t feel the heat of the sun. Incorporating sunscreen into your daily skincare routine, regardless of the weather, ensures year-round protection for your skin.<\/span><\/p><\/div><div id=\"comp-ljj4itsy\" class=\"KcpHeO tz5f0K comp-ljj4itsy wixui-rich-text\" data-testid=\"richTextElement\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><strong><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><strong><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">How to Protect Your Skin!<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\" style=\"color: #800000;\">1. Use Sunscreen<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Sunscreen protects you from sun exposure by reflecting or absorbing UV rays. Here are some tips on how to apply and select sunscreen:<\/p><ul class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Use a sun protection factor (SPF) 30 or higher.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Ensure your sunscreen \u201cblocks UVA and UVB\u201d or has \u201cbroad spectrum\u201d on the label.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Apply sunscreen to create a thick layer on the skin at least 20 minutes before you are put in the sun.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Apply sunscreen to all exposed skin, including ears, scalp, lips, neck, tops of feet, and backs of hands.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Reapply at least every 2 hours.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Reapply each time you get out of the water or sweat heavily.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">If you are also using insect repellent, apply sunscreen first and insect repellent second. Follow product label instructions to determine how often you need to reapply insect repellent and sunscreen.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"color_34 wixui-rich-text__text\" style=\"color: #008000;\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">2. Wear Protective Clothing<\/span><\/span><\/p><ul class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Wear clothing to cover as much skin as possible.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Wear a hat with a wide brim to shade your face, head, ears, and neck.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Wear sunglasses that block both<span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u202f<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">UVA and UVB<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u202frays.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"color_18 wixui-rich-text__text\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">3. Take Additional Steps<\/span><\/span><\/p><ul class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><li class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Stay in the shade, especially during midday hours (10 am to 4 pm) in temperate climates.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><strong><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><strong><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Conclusion:<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">Taking care of your skin is a priority. Sunscreen is a simple yet powerful tool to safeguard your skin from the sun&#8217;s damaging effects. By using sunscreen consistently and correctly, you can protect yourself from harmful UV radiation, reduce the risk of skin cancer, maintain your youthful appearance, and promote an even skin tone. Remember, prevention is always better than treatment, so make sunscreen an integral part of your daily skincare routine and enjoy the sun while keeping your skin healthy and protected.<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\">Source: CDC\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"><span class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"><a class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\" href=\"https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/page\/sun-exposure#:~:text=Apply%20sunscreen%20to%20create%20a,of%20water%20or%20sweat%20heavily\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/page\/sun-exposure#:~:text=Apply%20sunscreen%20to%20create%20a,of%20water%20or%20sweat%20heavily<\/a>.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>June 30, 2023 Sun Safety with Sunscreen It&#8217;s summer time! Are you enjoying the rays of sunshine safely? Find out below!\u00a0 Sun Safety with Sunscreen As the warm sun beckons us to spend more time outdoors, it&#8217;s crucial to remember that our skin needs protection. While enjoying the sun&#8217;s rays can be delightful, prolonged exposure without proper precautions can lead to harmful consequences. That&#8217;s where sunscreen comes in. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of using sunscreen and how it plays a vital role in safeguarding your skin from the damaging effects of the sun. Shield against Harmful UV Rays: One of the primary reasons to use sunscreen is its ability to provide a protective shield against the sun&#8217;s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. UV radiation, specifically UVA and UVB rays, can cause both short-term and long-term damage to the skin. Sunscreen forms a physical barrier on the skin, absorbing and reflecting these rays, thereby preventing them from penetrating and harming the deeper layers of your skin. \u00a0 Prevent Premature Aging: Excessive sun exposure can accelerate the aging process, resulting in premature wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots. Sunscreen acts as a defense mechanism against these visible signs of aging by minimizing the impact of UV radiation. Regular application of sunscreen helps maintain the skin&#8217;s elasticity and collagen, keeping it supple, youthful, and radiant for longer. \u00a0 Lower Risk of Skin Cancer: Skin cancer is a primary concern. Protecting your skin from the sun is an effective way to reduce the risk. Prolonged exposure to UV radiation is a significant contributing factor to various types of skin cancer, including melanoma.\u00a0 By consistently using sunscreen with a broad-spectrum SPF (Sun Protection Factor) greater than 30, you create a barrier that helps prevent harmful UV rays from damaging your skin cells and potentially causing cancerous growths. \u00a0 Protection in All Seasons: While it may be tempting to think that sunscreen is only necessary during the summer months or on sunny days. The truth is that UV rays can still be present during other seasons and even on cloudy or overcast days or when reflected by snow. UV radiation can penetrate through clouds and windows, putting your skin at risk even when you don&#8217;t feel the heat of the sun. Incorporating sunscreen into your daily skincare routine, regardless of the weather, ensures year-round protection for your skin. \u00a0 How to Protect Your Skin! 1. Use Sunscreen Sunscreen protects you from sun exposure by reflecting or absorbing UV rays. Here are some tips on how to apply and select sunscreen: Use a sun protection factor (SPF) 30 or higher. Ensure your sunscreen \u201cblocks UVA and UVB\u201d or has \u201cbroad spectrum\u201d on the label. Apply sunscreen to create a thick layer on the skin at least 20 minutes before you are put in the sun. Apply sunscreen to all exposed skin, including ears, scalp, lips, neck, tops of feet, and backs of hands. Reapply at least every 2 hours. Reapply each time you get out of the water or sweat heavily. If you are also using insect repellent, apply sunscreen first and insect repellent second. Follow product label instructions to determine how often you need to reapply insect repellent and sunscreen. 2. Wear Protective Clothing Wear clothing to cover as much skin as possible. Wear a hat with a wide brim to shade your face, head, ears, and neck. Wear sunglasses that block both\u202fUVA and UVB\u202frays. 3. Take Additional Steps Stay in the shade, especially during midday hours (10 am to 4 pm) in temperate climates. \u00a0 Conclusion: Taking care of your skin is a priority. Sunscreen is a simple yet powerful tool to safeguard your skin from the sun&#8217;s damaging effects. By using sunscreen consistently and correctly, you can protect yourself from harmful UV radiation, reduce the risk of skin cancer, maintain your youthful appearance, and promote an even skin tone. Remember, prevention is always better than treatment, so make sunscreen an integral part of your daily skincare routine and enjoy the sun while keeping your skin healthy and protected. \u00a0 Source: CDC\u00a0 https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/page\/sun-exposure#:~:text=Apply%20sunscreen%20to%20create%20a,of%20water%20or%20sweat%20heavily.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-490","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.6 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Sunscreen Safety - CFMG Member Website<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"noindex, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Sunscreen Safety\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"June 30, 2023 Sun Safety with Sunscreen It&#8217;s summer time! 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Sunscreen forms a physical barrier on the skin, absorbing and reflecting these rays, thereby preventing them from penetrating and harming the deeper layers of your skin. \u00a0 Prevent Premature Aging: Excessive sun exposure can accelerate the aging process, resulting in premature wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots. Sunscreen acts as a defense mechanism against these visible signs of aging by minimizing the impact of UV radiation. Regular application of sunscreen helps maintain the skin&#8217;s elasticity and collagen, keeping it supple, youthful, and radiant for longer. \u00a0 Lower Risk of Skin Cancer: Skin cancer is a primary concern. Protecting your skin from the sun is an effective way to reduce the risk. 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Are you enjoying the rays of sunshine safely? Find out below!\u00a0 Sun Safety with Sunscreen As the warm sun beckons us to spend more time outdoors, it&#8217;s crucial to remember that our skin needs protection. While enjoying the sun&#8217;s rays can be delightful, prolonged exposure without proper precautions can lead to harmful consequences. That&#8217;s where sunscreen comes in. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of using sunscreen and how it plays a vital role in safeguarding your skin from the damaging effects of the sun. Shield against Harmful UV Rays: One of the primary reasons to use sunscreen is its ability to provide a protective shield against the sun&#8217;s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. UV radiation, specifically UVA and UVB rays, can cause both short-term and long-term damage to the skin. 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Prolonged exposure to UV radiation is a significant contributing factor to various types of skin cancer, including melanoma.\u00a0 By consistently using sunscreen with a broad-spectrum SPF (Sun Protection Factor) greater than 30, you create a barrier that helps prevent harmful UV rays from damaging your skin cells and potentially causing cancerous growths. \u00a0 Protection in All Seasons: While it may be tempting to think that sunscreen is only necessary during the summer months or on sunny days. The truth is that UV rays can still be present during other seasons and even on cloudy or overcast days or when reflected by snow. UV radiation can penetrate through clouds and windows, putting your skin at risk even when you don&#8217;t feel the heat of the sun. Incorporating sunscreen into your daily skincare routine, regardless of the weather, ensures year-round protection for your skin. \u00a0 How to Protect Your Skin! 1. 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