Sun Safety in the Winter
Protecting yourself from the sun’s harmful rays does not stop after the summer months are over. Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR) can damage your skin and eyes all year long.
When exercising, playing, working, or just enjoying time spent in the outdoors, it is important to remember to do it safely. Too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation can be harmful by leading to skin/eye damage and even some cancers.
Take measures to protect you and your family from the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
Cover Up Skin:
Consider the Time of Day:
Seek Shade:
Apply Sunscreen:
Wear Sunglasses:
For Children:
Consider taking 5 minutes to complete the MyCancerIQ assessment on melanoma by answering Cancer Care Ontario’s questions so that you will receive your own health action plan.
Protecting yourself from the sun’s harmful rays does not stop after the summer months are over. Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR) can damage your skin and eyes all year long.