CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• So, what is the risk of sunburn? Well, a person’s risk of getting melanoma (cancer) doubles once she or he has had 5 sunburns.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• This can develop.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• In a recent poll, 42% of English people get a sunburn at least once per year.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Even short, sharp intense bursts of Sun on your skin increases the chances of getting skin cancer.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Too much exposure to the Sun can cause severe blistering anywhere on the body. Even 1 blister more than doubles your chances of getting cancer.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Family history, skin type and having a large number of moles on your body can also affect the chances of getting skin cancer.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• No, young man. This is not funny. It’s dangerous.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Babies in particular must be kept out of the Sun’s rays as their skin is especially soft and more easily burnt.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Peeling skin can be sore as well as not looking good. The chances of getting an infection greatly increase as well.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Painful!!

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Sore for ages!

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Getting burnt on a sun bed is also very dangerous and can cause major effects which can affect your life.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• So, how do you reduce the risk?

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Seek the shade, especially between 10am and 4pm.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Avoid tanning shops.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Use at least factor 15 sun cream. Always read the label. * Other sun cream brands are available.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sun cream over all of your body at least 30 minutes before you go out in the Sun and re-apply every 2 hours.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Wear a broad rimmed hat and sunglasses.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Keep babies out of the sun and cover them up. Do not apply sun cream until at least 6 months old.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• Examine yourself (you may need the help of others to examine your back) from head to toe each month to check for suspicious moles.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• If you have any concerns about the size or shape of moles, you must consult your GP. They will know what to do next.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

• LATEST NEWS -:

• Sun cream is not enough. People need to cover up as well.

• http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-27793354