July - UV Safety Month
The skin is the body's largest organ. It protects against heat, sunlight, injury, and infection. Yet, some of us don't consider the necessity of protecting our skin. The need to protect your skin from the sun has become very clear over the year, linking overexposure to skin cancer. Harmful ultraviolet rays (UV rays) from the sun and tanning beds can also cause damage to your eyes, immune system, age spots, wrinkles and leathery skin. Who wants leathery skin? Not ME!
If you notice any symptoms of skin cancer, tell your parents to schedule a doctors appointment!
Source: Federal Occupational Health
Source: Federal Occupational Health