09/05/2026
Did you know...? May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. As the days get longer and UV intensity is at its highest, it's so important to stay safe in the sun to reduce the risks associated with exposure - including sun burn, and increased risk of developing skin cancer.
- Seek shade, or avoid direct sun between 11am and 3pm, when UV rays are most harmful.
- Cover up wearing loose fitting, cool clothes with sleeves and long legs, a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses.
- Apply suncream with a minimum SPF of 30 (suncream should have at least a 4-5 star rating for UVA protection) 15-20 minutes before you going, and re-apply every 2-3 hours.
It is also important to stay hydrated, and limit strenuous activity when the sun is at its hottest. Sun damage can occur on cloudy days too, so always take precautions to keep yourself, and your family, safe.
