Sun Smart

The sun's rays can harm our skin, causing sunburn in the short term and possibly causing skin cancer in the long term. More than 200 people die from skin cancers each year.
Two types of sun rays get through the atmosphere to damage our skin. UVB rays reach the top layer of the skin and cause burning. UVA rays get deep into the skin causing skin aging  and a 'leathery' appearance.
The natural pigment in our skin that protects us from the sun's ultra violet rays is called melanin. Darker skinned people are born with more melanin than fair people. People who tan easily produce more melanin. Melanin does not offer complete protection from the sun's radiation.

RISKS You have a higher risk of permanent skin damage and skin cancer if you: Have fair or sensitive skin. Spend a lot of your life outdoors unprotected from the sun. Get sunburnt. Tan your skin from UV rays (e.g. from the sun or sun beds).

SUN FACTS

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