With the summer here, that means only more time in the sun, and an increased risk of developing skin cancer. There are ways to protect yourself though and keep your skin healthy.
The American Academy of Dermatology has stated that 75% of non-melanoma cases caused by exposure to the sun.
The best way to avoid skin cancer and protect your skin is to use sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher to protect from UVA and UBA rays.
The sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes before going in the sun, and every 2 hours after that.
Skin cancer has a high survival rate, but it is important to note that 10,000 people die each year from it.
The best times to avoid the sun are between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. when it is highest and hottest.