Here's how to Be Sun Smart:

• Generously apply a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 15 to all exposed skin. The term broad-spectrum means that the sunscreen provides protection from both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. Reapply every two hours — even on cloudy days — and after swimming or sweating.
• Wear protective clothing, such as a long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses, where possible.
• Seek shade when appropriate. Remember that the sun's rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. If your shadow appears to be shorter than you are, seek shade.
• Protect children from sun exposure. Be sure to play in the shade, use protective clothing, and apply sunscreen.
• Use extra caution near water, snow, and sand because they reflect and intensify the damaging rays of the sun, which can increase your chances of sunburn.
• Get vitamin D safely through a healthy diet that may include vitamin supplements. Don't seek the sun.
• Avoid tanning beds. Ultraviolet light from the sun and tanning beds can cause skin cancer and wrinkling. If you want to look like you've been in the sun, consider using a sunless self-tanning product, but continue to use sunscreen with it.
• Check your birthday suit on your birthday. If you notice anything changing, growing, or bleeding on your skin, see a dermatologist. Skin cancer is very treatable when caught early.

Check the American Academy of Dermatology's Web site for the latest list of sun-protective products that meet the stringent criteria of the AAD SEAL OF RECOGNITION

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Click here for Body Mole Map which provides information on how to perform a skin exam, images of the ABCDE's of melanoma and space for people to rack their moles to determine any changes over time. Popular holidays, such as Mother's day, Father's day and Grandparents day are reminders for people to check their loved ones' skin for suspicious moles using the Body Mole Map.