sun safety pamphlet

malignant or cancerous growths (moles)

• asymmetrical
• border is uneven
• two or more colors
• diameter is more 1/4 in.
• changing in size, colors, or shape

uva rays

• penetrate into the dermis
• can lead premature aging of cheating
• can suppress the immune system
• can cause skin cancer

Uvb rays

• burn top layers of skin
• power of these rays vary depending on season and time of day

alternative behaviors to tanning

• tanning cream
• tanning spray
• excersize
• talking to family

alternative behaviors to tanning

• tanning cream
• tanning spray
• excersize
• talking to family

positive behaviors to reduce skin cancer

• use plenty of sunscreen
• seek shade
• wear sunglasses
• wear a wide-brimmed hat

if you're at risk for skin cancer...

• you have a sunburn
• you have a tan
• if you forgot to put on sunscreen
• if you expose to sunlight (period)