With the heat wave sweeping through the Midwest lately, Dr. Matt Hillman and our staff want you to think more and more about sun safety when you’re out and about. There are many ways kids can protect themselves, and our friends at Parents Magazine have kindly provided five tips to help you and your kids get started with sun protection:
1. Limit outdoor playtime between 10a.m. and 4p.m.
2. Apply sunscreen properly. (Choose a sunscreen with SPF (Sun Protection Factor) 15 or higher. Apply to nose, ears, hands, feet, shoulders and behind the neck; lips can also burn, so apply a lip balm with SPF protection.
3. Wear protective clothing. This includes a hat with a brim, sunglasses and a large umbrella.
4. Watch your medications. Some medications increase the skin's sensitivity to the sun, so make sure to ask your doctor whether your child may be at risk.
5. Set a good example. If your child sees you following sun-safety rules, he or she will follow suit.
Dr. Matt and our staff encourage you to have a bottle of water handy when heading out! Stay safe out there, and we hope you're all having a fantastic summer so far!
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