Staying indoors or under a shady tree to limit your sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. isn’t the only step you can take to lower your risk of skin cancer.
It’s just as important to know your risk level, apply broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher and perform skin checks as recommended by a primary care provider or dermatologist.
Learn more skin cancer statistics and preventive measures you can take to protect yourself and your family.
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