TACKLE THE SCORCHING SUN AHEAD!

THE GRANTED WISH!

A couple that had been married for 40 years was celebrating their 60th birthdays. During the celebration a fairy appeared and said that because they had been such a loving couple all those years, she would give them one wish each.

The wife thought it would be wonderful for her and her husband to have a romantic vacation together, so she wished for them to travel around the world. The fairy waved her wand and boom! She had the tickets in her hand.

Next, it was the husband’s turn and the fairy assured him he could have any wish he wanted, all he needed to do was ask for his heart’s desire. He paused for a moment, then said, “Well, honestly, I’d like to have a woman 30 years younger than me.”
The fairy picked up her wand and boom! He was 90.

SUMMER WELCOME!
SKIN CANCER?

A blistering summer is on the card. All over the world this summer is anticipated as the worst to strike at. Those who work outdoors will not find the run smooth. Skin Cancer, the most common type among cancers lie in waiting to attack your skin and drive you out.

Over exposure to Sun is to be avoided. Skin adapts itself to moderate exposure to Sun by thickening and by forming melanin and thus repair the damage. If you tan deeply over a period of several years, these protective mechanisms can backfire. Your skin may become permanently thickened and discolored. These skin changes can cause you to develop premature wrinkling and skin lesions. For some people, the outer layer (or lens) of the eye also thickens in response to sun exposure and forms a cataract.

Let us now learn more about the dreaded Skin Cancer: -

SUN AND SKIN CANCER:

Too much sun at any one time can lead to sunburn. The redness, pain and swelling from a sunburn are comparable to any other type of burn. In most cases, your discomfort (or pain) will be temporary. However, the long-term effects of multiple sunburns are cumulative. If you have six or more sunburns in your lifetime, your risk of some skin cancers is 2.4 times that of someone who had never had a sunburn.
Another problem some sunbathers develop is a form of sun allergy (commonly called “sun poisoning”). If this condition develops, you will notice red patches on your exposed skin that itch and burn. If this happens, the best thing you can do is avoid the sun. If you are using any type of skin product, taking medication or exposing yourself for long periods of time, altering your habits might lead to an improvement in your condition and allow you to continue to enjoy some sun exposure
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SUN TIPS YOU CAN COUNT ON:

To protect your skin from blotches, wrinkles and cancer, always use a sunscreen with a sun protection factor
If you have oily skin, choose an alcohol-based sunscreen instead of a cream, to help prevent acne
If you burn easily, freckle or have light hair and eyes, be extra careful and apply a sunscreen with a higher SPF factor and reapply every hour if sweating or swimming
Be super careful to use sunscreen if you’re taking medications (including antibiotics) for acne. These medications increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun!
Use sunscreen to keep your skin even-toned, youth looking and safe.
If you go swimming or perspire heavily, use a sunscreen that’s waterproof. Don’t forget to reapply your sunscreen after swimming or perspiring heavily
Don’t be fooled by cloudy skies - you should still apply sunscreen if you’re outside. The sun can wreck your complexion even if it’s not sunny out
For the best results, apply your sunscreen 20 minutes before going outside. You’ll need to use about one ounce to cover your whole body. If possible, avoid being out in the sun between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Drink plenty of fluids; particularly water, to help prevent heat exhaustion.
When you’re on the beach, especially midday, wear light, protective clothing if you can: hats, jeans or pants and long-sleeved tops.
Tanning booths can give you first- and second-degree burns - not to mention premature wrinkles, eye damage, harm to the immune system and cancer.

Remember: It’s never too late to help your skin look its best. No matter how many times you’ve been burned or tanned before, you can start fighting blotches, wrinkles and skin cancer by using a sunscreen now.
Protect your eyes too: wear sunglasses.

YOUR TREATMENT FOR SUNBURN:

Here are some strategies for helping you survive the crisis:
If your burn hurts, soak it for five minutes in cold (not ice) water or apply cold compresses. This will provide immediate relief and lessen your swelling.
Avoid greasy substances. They “seal” in the heat and cause further damage.
Avoid cooling lotions with menthol or camphor. They feel good, but can cause allergic reactions.
If your entire body is tender, a cup of dry instant oatmeal in a tub of water can provide a soothing bath.
If your sunburn causes blisters, swelling and oozing of fluid, it is a second-degree burn. See a practitioner. Do not use lotions or creams on the burn. To avoid infection, do not break blisters or peel skin.
Take a pain reliever of your choice for discomfort. Drink plenty of fluids. Your body will lose moisture due to your burn. Cool fluids will also help you feel more comfortable.