For years we’ve been hopeful that the FDA would find ways to clarify the labels on sunscreens. After all, do you know what the best SPF number should be? (I’m guessing you think the higher the better). Do you know what SPF stands for? What about ingredients? Nanoparticles? Why not waterproof or sweat proof? Wait, [...]
Recently a dear friend was describing how proud she was that her daughter was finally using a baseball cap to protect her face from the sun. My stomach turned. Unfortunately, baseball caps do not provide adequate sun protection. Baseball caps only protect the top of the head, the forehead and the top [...]
RN Central posted this list of myths on May 19th in honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month. It is reprinted here in hopes that the information will encourage you to follow the five steps in SunAWARE. Both prevention and early detection are essential to slow the epidemic of skin cancer. Please help end [...]
Shade is the only ‘free’ method of sun protection. It may also be the most important as it is the only sun protection method humans have instinctively used since our creation. We seek shade when we are too hot. We seek shade when sunlight is too bright and bothers our eyes. We [...]
The controversies surrounding the best ways to obtain vitamin D continue to confuse most of us. Studies have proven that Vitamin D is important for our overall health. Low levels have been linked to muscle weakness, diabetes, multiple sclerosis and numerous autoimmune problems, including cancer. There is no question that we need Vitamin D. The [...]
As spring breaks are quickly approaching, I was looking for new material to discuss the importance of using sunscreens. It would be best if you’ve already made it a habit to use sunscreen everyday, but if not, here is a copy of a well written blog I found on http://www.mdhil.com/2011/02/shopping-sun-protection/ Mdhil has other related [...]
Parents – this is the season your daughter will most likely want to use a tanning bed. Pre-teen and teenage girls all over the country are tired of their winter skin. Valentine’s Day dances, proms and new friendships begin to inspire them and they flirt with the idea of getting a tan. The tanning bed [...]
Every now and then someone creates an educational game for children that could ultimately help save a life. Smack-A-Mole is one of those games.
While a review was provided in an earlier (May 2010) blog, winter is a perfect time to introduce this game and the practice of routinely checking skin. This is important for both [...]
