Dermatologist says skin damage from the sun can only take 10 to 60 minutes
HONOLULU (KHON2) – Many families are enjoying their Summer break by spending time outdoors and going to the beach. But with the temperatures expected to rise this Summer, many parents are asking how do I keep my kids safe and protected?
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Dr. Aaron Fong, a Dermatologist at The Queen's Health Systems tells us it only takes 10-60 minutes in the sun to burn and suffer skin damage that could possibly lead to skin cancer, depending on time of day, UV index, and skin type. The most dangerous time frame is usually between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Here are some tips to stay safe, according to Dr. Fong:
Avoid peak hours, wear sun protective clothing, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
Reapply sunscreen approximately every two hours, or after swimming or sweating, according to the directions on the bottle.
Select broad-spectrum sunscreen that says 'tinted' on the label and has an SPF of 30 or higher.
Has broad-spectrum to block against wide spectrum of UV rays, and tinted to help block visible light.
Wear water resistant if going swimming or sweating.
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And Dr. Fong says if you're worried, see your dermatologist for skin cancer screening.
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