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SUN SAFETY TIPS |
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| Wear a hat with a wide brim, to protect your face and ears from prolonged exposure to sunlight. | Use a sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF, and apply enough to fully coat the exposed skin, Re-apply at least every 2 hours, and after you swim, or when you play hard enough sweat heavily. |
| The sun is strongest between 10 AM and 4 PM. Find a shady place to work or play during these hours. | Choose a sunscreen which has ingredients to protect against UVB AND UVA rays, as both are harmful to the skin. |
| Be aware that closed spaces, such as automobiles, sheds and playhouses trap heat, and can be dangerous for young children if left inside without ventilation. Temperatures inside these closed spaces can reach as much as 115-120 degrees in a matter of 20-30 minutes! NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN ALONE IN A CLOSED CAR, SHED, OR PLAYHOUSE. | Sunscreen ingredients take time to protect by interacting with your skin, so apply it to exposed areas at least 30 minutes before going outside to play in full sunshine. |
| Seatbelts should always be worn when riding in a car, and car seats should be used for children under 60 lbs. But REMEMBER, metal buckles heat up in a closed car parked in the sun. Always check the temperature of the buckles before buckling up young children and infants, to prevent a severe burn. | Children and adults suffer a sunburn often because they do not apply ENOUGH sunscreen. Be sure to coat every area of exposed skin, spreading the lotion evenly. Don't forget to apply it to the tops of your ears, your feet if barefoot or in sandals, and on the back of the neck. Special formulas are available for the delicate skin of the face. NEVER apply it where it can run into the eyes. And don't forget to wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from sun's rays. |
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The above recommendations are provided by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services
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