Sun safety

When possible, schedule outdoor activities in the morning or late afternoon/early evening.
Stay in the shade and out of the hot sun between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Look for places with lots of shade, such as a park with big trees. Take an umbrella or tent to the beach.
Cover up. If you are out in the sun during mid-day hours, wear long sleeves, loose-fitting long pants and a hat with a wide brim (baseball caps do not provide enough protection).
Wear sunglasses that provide UVA and UVB protection. They will provide protection against eye damage.
Use a sunscreen lotion or cream that is Sun Protection Factor (SPF) 15 or more. If you work outdoors or are planning to be outside most of the day, use one with SPF 30 or more.
Put sunscreen on your skin 20 minutes before you go out and reapply 20 minutes after being out in the sun to ensure even application and better protection.
Use sunscreen even on hazy or overcast days.
DO NOT apply sunscreen to babies under six months old. Babies should be kept out of the direct sun as much as possible.
NEVER use baby oil to protect children from the sun. It will NOT protect them.
Sunscreen can’t block all the sun’s rays. Use it along with shade, clothing and hats, not instead of them.
Don't forget your lips, ears and nose and the tops of your feet. These parts of your body burn easily.
Re-apply sunscreen after you go swimming or if you are sweating.