Raise Awareness in July for Ultraviolet Safety and Skin Cancer Risk
With summer in full swing, it’s the perfect time to head outdoors and enjoy the sunny weather. But are you protecting yourself from potential risks? The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has named July as Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Month. The goal is to spread the word about how important it is to protect everyone’s skin from the harmful effects of UV rays. This presents a teaching opportunity for oncology nurses and their patients—not just during July but all year long.
Overexposure to UV rays can cause numerous health issues. In addition to the risk of skin cancer, UV rays can cause macular degeneration, cataracts, skin growths, and suppression of the immune system.
Click below to review resources:
- https://www.cancer.org/healthy/be-safe-in-sun.html
- https://voice.ons.org/stories/raise-awareness-in-july-for-ultraviolet-safety-and-skin-cancer-risk
- https://www.precheck.com/blog/july-national-uv-safety-month
- UV Safety Tips
- National Family Recreation and UV Safety Expo
- National Family Recreation and UV Safety 19X24 Awareness PosterPoster
- UV Radiation | NCEH | CDC
