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Protection against the Sun There are a number of
things that we can do to safeguard our health
against the effects of increasing UV
radiation from the Sun. Sunglasses that provide
99-100% UV-A and UV-B protection will greatly reduce sunlight exposure
that can lead to cataracts and other eye
damage. Check the label when buying sunglasses. A hat with a wide brim
offers good sun protection to your eyes, ears, face, and the back of
your neck - areas particularly prone to overexposure. Tightly woven,
loose-fitting clothes offer excellent protection against UV
radiation. Any clothing is better than none at all. A sunscreen with
protection factor of at least 15 blocks most harmful UV
radiation. Apply sunscreen liberally and reapply every 2
hours when working, playing, or exercising outdoors. Even waterproof
sunscreen can come off when you dry yourself off with a towel. The Sun's UV
rays are strongest between Sunlamps damage the
skin and unprotected eyes and are best avoided entirely
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