{"id":308,"date":"2019-05-31T20:27:50","date_gmt":"2019-06-01T00:27:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fschf.ca\/?p=308"},"modified":"2023-05-24T17:23:02","modified_gmt":"2023-05-24T21:23:02","slug":"5-tips-for-childrens-sun-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.eaglerock.ca\/fschf\/2019\/05\/31\/5-tips-for-childrens-sun-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for Children&#8217;s Sun Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"308\" class=\"elementor elementor-308\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has_eae_slider elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6aee6c70 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6aee6c70\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"has_eae_slider elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1fea72af\" data-id=\"1fea72af\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7cc6d376 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7cc6d376\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.18.0 - 20-12-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> Summer is almost here, and with all the hot weather lately it is important to remember to stay safe while enjoying the sun. Let&#8217;s keep our kids safe this summer!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Why Is Sun Protection Important?<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We all need some sun exposure. When skin is exposed to the sun, our bodies make vitamin D, which helps the body absorb calcium for stronger, healthier bones. It only takes a little time in the sun for most people to get the vitamin D they need (and most vitamin D needs should be met with a healthy diet and\/or supplements). Too much unprotected exposure to the sun&#8217;s ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause skin damage, eye damage, immune system suppression, and skin cancer.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>How Do Sunburns Happen?<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The sun radiates light\nto the earth, and part of that light consists of invisible UV rays. When these\nrays reach the skin, they cause tanning, burning, and other skin damage.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>UVA rays cause skin\naging and wrinkling and contribute to skin cancer, such as melanoma (the most\ndangerous form of skin cancer). UVA rays pass easily through the ozone layer,\nso they make up the majority of our sun exposure.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>UVB rays are also\ndangerous, causing sunburns, cataracts (clouding of the eye lens), and effects\non the immune system. They also contribute to skin cancer, and melanoma is\nthought to be associated with severe UVB sunburns before age 20.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>UV rays react with a\nchemical called melanin that&#8217;s found in skin. A sunburn develops when the\namount of UV exposure is greater than what can be protected against by the\nskin&#8217;s melanin. The risk of damage increases with the amount and intensity of\nexposure. A tan is itself a sign of skin damage and does not help protect the\nskin.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tip 1: Use Sunscreen<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The most obvious one that you are hopefully already practicing with your family. The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends that all kids \u2014 regardless of their skin tone \u2014 wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Whatever sunscreen you choose, make sure it&#8217;s broad-spectrum (protects against both UVA and UVB rays) and, if kids are in or near water, is labeled water-resistant. Apply a generous amount and re-apply often.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tip 2: Avoid the Strongest Rays of the Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Try to stay in the\nshade when the sun is at its strongest (usually from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the\nnorthern hemisphere). If kids are in the sun during this time, apply and\nreapply sunscreen \u2014 even if they&#8217;re just playing in the backyard. Most sun\ndamage happens from exposure during day-to-day activities, not from being at\nthe beach. Remember that even on cloudy, cool, or overcast days, UV rays reach\nthe earth. This &#8220;invisible sun&#8221; can cause unexpected sunburn and skin\ndamage.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tip 3: Cover Up<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>One of the best ways\nto protect skin is to cover up. To make sure clothes offer enough protection,\nput your hand inside garments to make sure you can&#8217;t see it through them.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Babies have thinner\nskin and underdeveloped melanin, so their skin burns easily. The best\nprotection for babies under 6 months of age is shade, so they should be kept\nout of the sun whenever possible. If your baby must be in the sun, dress him or\nher in clothing that covers the body, including hats with wide brims to shadow\nthe face. If your baby is younger than 6 months old and still has small areas\nof skin (like the face) exposed, you can use a tiny amount of SPF 15 sunscreen\non those areas.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Even older kids need\nto escape the sun. For outdoor events, bring along a wide umbrella or a pop-up\ntent to play in. If it&#8217;s not too hot outside and won&#8217;t make kids even more\nuncomfortable, have them wear light long-sleeved shirts and\/or long pants.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tip 4: Wear Sunglasses<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sun exposure damages\nthe eyes as well as the skin. Even 1 day in the sun can lead to a burned cornea\n(the outer clear membrane layer of the eye). Sun exposure over time can cause\ncataracts (clouding of the eye lens, which leads to blurred vision) later in\nlife. The best way to protect eyes is to wear sunglasses that provide 100% UV\nprotection.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Let kids pick their\nown pair \u2014 many options are fun, with multicolored frames or cartoon\ncharacters.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tip 5: Double-Check Medicines<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Some medicines make skin more sensitive to UV rays. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if any prescription (especially antibiotics and acne medicines) and over-the-counter (OTC) medicines your kids take can increase sun sensitivity. If so, take extra sun precautions. The best protection is simply covering up or staying indoors; even sunscreen can&#8217;t always protect skin from sun sensitivity.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Now, get out there and enjoy the summer weather! For more helpful information on children&#8217;s health please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/\">https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/<\/a>, an educational website for parents and children. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>*For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, please consult a physician.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"has_eae_slider elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-debd3c8\" data-id=\"debd3c8\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ca10ac elementor-align-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-category-list\" data-id=\"7ca10ac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-category-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" >\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/dev.eaglerock.ca\/fschf\/category\/in-the-news\/\" >\n                                                <span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">In The News<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/dev.eaglerock.ca\/fschf\/category\/your-health\/\" >\n                                                <span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Your Health<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/dev.eaglerock.ca\/fschf\/category\/newsletters-2022\/\" >\n                                                <span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Newsletter 2022<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/dev.eaglerock.ca\/fschf\/category\/newsletters-2021\/\" >\n                                                <span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Newsletter 2021<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/dev.eaglerock.ca\/fschf\/category\/newsletters-2020\/\" >\n                                                <span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Newsletter 2020<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7c825cd elementor-grid-eael-col-1 elementor-grid-tablet-eael-col-2 elementor-grid-mobile-eael-col-1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-post-grid\" data-id=\"7c825cd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;eael_post_grid_columns&quot;:&quot;eael-col-1&quot;,&quot;eael_post_grid_columns_tablet&quot;:&quot;eael-col-2&quot;,&quot;eael_post_grid_columns_mobile&quot;:&quot;eael-col-1&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"eael-post-grid.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div id=\"eael-post-grid-7c825cd\" class=\"eael-post-grid-container\">\n            <div class=\"eael-post-grid eael-post-appender eael-post-appender-7c825cd eael-post-grid-style-default\" data-layout-mode=\"masonry\"><article class=\"eael-grid-post eael-post-grid-column\" data-id=\"1916\">\n        <div class=\"eael-grid-post-holder\">\n            <div class=\"eael-grid-post-holder-inner\"><div class=\"eael-entry-wrapper\"><header class=\"eael-entry-header\"><h2 class=\"eael-entry-title\"><a\n                        class=\"eael-grid-post-link\"\n                        href=\"https:\/\/dev.eaglerock.ca\/fschf\/2023\/01\/26\/it-gave-me-the-comfort-i-needed\/\"\n                        title=\"&#8220;It gave me the comfort I needed&#8221;\">&#8220;It gave me the comfort I needed&#8221;<\/a><\/h2><\/header><div class=\"eael-entry-content\">\n                        <div class=\"eael-grid-post-excerpt\"><p>&#8220;I want to thank all those who donated in support of the sleeper reclinerchairs. 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