Skin Cancer Prevention

1. Use sunscreen daily on sun-exposed areas. Apply it at least 15 minutes before exposure to light. Higher SPF numbers are more protective. We recommend that you use a broad-spectrum SPF of 30 or higher sunscreen
2. Regardless of manufacturers’ claims, we recommend that you reapply sunscreen after swimming and at least every two hours when outdoors.
3. Wearing a wide-brimmed hat, long-sleeved shirt, and other protective clothing when outside also are helpful in preventing skin cancer.
4. Avoidance of excessive sunshine is recommended.

To learn more about skin cancer prevention, please visit http://www.aad.org/skin-care-and-safety, http://www.melanoma.org, or http://www.skincancer.org.