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Right. I realise not all of you come from climates or time periods where you'd be aware of sun damage, but I'm getting way too many burns in the clinic turning out to be the simple result of overzealous beach time.
Lets learn how to be sun smart.
We all know what the sun is. Big yellow ball in the sky, makes things bright and warm during the daytime. What you don't see are the levels of ultraviolet radiation it gives out along with those happy yellow beams. UV rays are invisible to the naked eye, but they can burn your hair, eyes and skin if you spend too much time out in them unprotected.
Protection in this case means wearing floppy hats and sunglasses when you're out in hot weather, and long, loose clothing. It also means sunscreen. Sunscreen comes in plenty of different forms. You can spray it on, roll it on, rub it on, just make sure it's on any area of unprotected skin while you're spending time in the sun. Get at least factor 15, reapply every few hours, and again if you've been in the water. If you're under sixteen, you can pick up a bottle for free at the hospital pharmacy.
You should also check your skin. People with fair skin, light eyes, a tendency to freckle or a history of sunburn are all at particular risk, but it doesn't matter if your skin is dark, pale, blue green or polka-dots, as far as I'm concerned you're still susceptible. If you're normally pale and end up looking like one of these after a day in the sun, however, you're especially susceptible.
Check your skin. Sun exposure isn't just something you need to be careful of because burns can be unpleasant. Even if you don't burn at all, UV Ray exposure puts you at risk of developing something called a melanoma. A malignant melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer - which is something that can make you very sick if a doctor doesn't catch it in time. It develops in cells in the outer layer of your skin, and the first signs could be a change in appearance of a mole. We have an ABCD indicator you can use to check these yourself.
You should get a mole looked at by your doctor if it's,
A - Asymmetrical. If the two halves don't match up neatly.
B - Border. If its border appears blurred, or jagged.
C - Colour. If your mole has uneven colouring in different shades.
D - Diameter. Any mole larger than 6 mm across should be checked out.
You should also see a doctor if you notice a new growth, lump or sore that won't heal, or a mole that itches, bleeds, or crusts or scabs over.
Take the risks seriously, but don't get yourself in a panic if you do notice any of the above. It's perfectly possible to have any of the symptoms without it meaning you're sick, you're just always waging the smart bet when you make sure.
The sun is as good for you as it can be harmful, just make sure you enjoy it in reasonable doses. And trust me on the sunscreen.
[Filtered to Hospital / Clinic staff]
Speaking of all this, where's an oncologist when you need one? After School Specials should be Wilson's territory.
[Filtered from Cameron, Angela, and anyone he knows is 17 or under]
Quick survey, mainly for the Americans here. What do you expect from a casual relationship hookup affair relationship? Do you have expectations? I'm curious.
Lets learn how to be sun smart.
We all know what the sun is. Big yellow ball in the sky, makes things bright and warm during the daytime. What you don't see are the levels of ultraviolet radiation it gives out along with those happy yellow beams. UV rays are invisible to the naked eye, but they can burn your hair, eyes and skin if you spend too much time out in them unprotected.
Protection in this case means wearing floppy hats and sunglasses when you're out in hot weather, and long, loose clothing. It also means sunscreen. Sunscreen comes in plenty of different forms. You can spray it on, roll it on, rub it on, just make sure it's on any area of unprotected skin while you're spending time in the sun. Get at least factor 15, reapply every few hours, and again if you've been in the water. If you're under sixteen, you can pick up a bottle for free at the hospital pharmacy.
You should also check your skin. People with fair skin, light eyes, a tendency to freckle or a history of sunburn are all at particular risk, but it doesn't matter if your skin is dark, pale, blue green or polka-dots, as far as I'm concerned you're still susceptible. If you're normally pale and end up looking like one of these after a day in the sun, however, you're especially susceptible.
Check your skin. Sun exposure isn't just something you need to be careful of because burns can be unpleasant. Even if you don't burn at all, UV Ray exposure puts you at risk of developing something called a melanoma. A malignant melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer - which is something that can make you very sick if a doctor doesn't catch it in time. It develops in cells in the outer layer of your skin, and the first signs could be a change in appearance of a mole. We have an ABCD indicator you can use to check these yourself.
You should get a mole looked at by your doctor if it's,
A - Asymmetrical. If the two halves don't match up neatly.
B - Border. If its border appears blurred, or jagged.
C - Colour. If your mole has uneven colouring in different shades.
D - Diameter. Any mole larger than 6 mm across should be checked out.
You should also see a doctor if you notice a new growth, lump or sore that won't heal, or a mole that itches, bleeds, or crusts or scabs over.
Take the risks seriously, but don't get yourself in a panic if you do notice any of the above. It's perfectly possible to have any of the symptoms without it meaning you're sick, you're just always waging the smart bet when you make sure.
The sun is as good for you as it can be harmful, just make sure you enjoy it in reasonable doses. And trust me on the sunscreen.
[Filtered to Hospital / Clinic staff]
Speaking of all this, where's an oncologist when you need one? After School Specials should be Wilson's territory.
[Filtered from Cameron, Angela, and anyone he knows is 17 or under]
Quick survey, mainly for the Americans here. What do you expect from a casual relationship hookup affair relationship? Do you have expectations? I'm curious.