SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA Sun Safe Behaviors SunWise

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA The Ozone Layer… Introduction  …is a thin shield high up in the sky. It protects life on Earth from the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays.  In the 1980s, scientists began finding the ozone being depleted allowing more UV radiation to reach the Earth's surface.  The level of UV radiation that reaches the Earth’s surface can vary, depending on a variety of factors.

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA  Time of day  Time of year  Latitude  Altitude  Weather Conditions  Environment- Reflection  Stratospheric Ozone Introduction UV radiation levels vary depending on:

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA UV Radiation

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA How do we measure UV radiation levels? We use the UV Index Scale. Reported on a scale of Introduction UV index Take special care when the UV Index is 5-6 or higher.

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA  UVA rays –premature Aging  UVB rays –cause of sunBurn  Skin type affects the degree some people burn.  Use Sunscreen with SPF of 15 or more.  SPF 30 is NOT twice as protective as SPF 15. Introduction The Burning Facts… There is no such thing as a healthy suntan.

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA How Can You Become SunWise?

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA SunWiseSunWise Sun Safety Action Steps Health Effects Limit Time in the Midday Sun Seek Shade Cover Up Wear a Hat Use Sunscreen Wear Sunglasses Avoid Tanning Parlors Watch for the UV Index

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA Limit Time in the Midday Sun Limit Time in the Midday Sun Introduction The sun’s rays are strongest between 10 am and 4 pm. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the sun during these hours. Sun Safety Action Steps

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA Seek Shade Introduction Staying under cover is one of the best ways to protect yourself from the sun. But remember, shade structures do not offer complete sun protection. Sun Safety Action Steps

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA Sun Safety Action Steps Cover Up Introduction Wearing tightly woven, loose-fitting, and full-length clothing is a good way to protect your skin from the sun’s UV rays.

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA Sun Safety Action Steps Use Sunscreen Use Sunscreen Introduction Use sunscreen of SPF 15+ liberally and reapply every 2 hours, or after working, swimming, playing, or exercising outdoors.

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA Sun Safety Action Steps Wear a Hat Introduction A hat with a wide brim offers good sun protection for your eyes, ears, face, and the back of your neck.

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA Sun Safety Action Steps Wear Sunglasses Wear Sunglasses Introduction Sunglasses that provide 99 to 100 percent UVA and UVB protection will greatly reduce sun exposure that can lead to cataracts and other eye damage.

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA Sun Safety Action Steps Avoid Tanning Parlors Introduction The light source from sunbeds and sunlamps damages the skin and unprotected eyes. It is a good idea to avoid artificial sources of UV light.

SunWiseSunWise JA 6-8 SunWiseSunWise JA Sun Safety Action Steps Watch for the UV Index Watch for the UV Index Introduction The UV Index provides important information to help you plan your outdoor activities in ways that prevent overexposure to the sun. The UV Index is issued daily across the United States.