Aug 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
When thinking about protecting ourselves from the sun, most of us would think of the other steps of ‘Slip slop slap seek slide’. We are used to practices such as: using sunscreen, finding shade, and wearing protective hats and clothing. But why is the step of wearing...
Jul 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
Did you know that people who work outdoors are at the highest risk of developing skin cancer? Skin cancer can develop when a person is overexposed to ultraviolet radiation, which is the invisible rays that are part of the energy from the sun. Exposure to these rays...
Jul 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
Skin can only be damaged in summer right? Wrong! Skin cancer doesn’t come from heat, but from UV levels. The snow can have particularly more intense UV levels, so here are some tips to help you watch out for any dangers this winter holidays! First and foremost, keep...
Jun 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
I’m sure you’ll agree: sunburn is not fun! It’s something most people aim to avoid in their everyday lives. However there are some common myths about sunburn many believe are true. It may surprise you to find out that these ideas are pure...
May 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
While wearing sunscreen is so important for protection from the dangers of UV rays, does wearing sunscreen pose a risk for babies? The cancer council gives great advice to help anyone with any queries regarding sunscreen, and gives us a helpful insight into the risks...
Apr 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
Most glass is almost completely protective against UVB rays, but fewer are protective against UVA. UVB is the ray type which is known to cause sunburn, so it is difficult to get sunburnt through glass. Although UVA is much more similar to visible light, and hence can...
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