Tips On…Skin Cancer: How to Protect Yourself

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	Tips On…Skin Cancer: How to Protect Yourself Each year an estimated 1.2 million cases of skin cancer are reported. But most of these cases are curable with early detection and proper treatment. Try to stay out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when the sun’s rays are strongest. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects against UVA and UVB rays and has a SPF of 15 or greater. Wear protective, tightly woven clothing. Self-examination of the entire body using a full-length mirror in a brightly lit room is the best way to discover any signs of skin cancer that may require a physician’s attention. See your doctor if you notice any suspicious marks or changes in your skin.

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