If your face gets red frequently, it may be more than a blush … you may be one of the more than 16 Million Americans that has rosacea. You may first notice redness, like a sunburn, on your cheeks, nose, forehead, and chin.
Summer is upon us, and it’s the perfect time to enjoy the sunny outdoors.
But wait! Are you and your family protecting yourselves from sun damage and its detrimental effects on your long term skin health?
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services named July Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Month, so it’s a great time to make sure everyone in your household is aware of the dangers of excessive sun exposure and how to protect themselves with these ten simple tips.
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Take the “Do You Use Protection” quiz from the American Academy of Dermatology and see if you’re prepared to protect yourself and your family from the damaging UV rays in the summer sun.
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Preventing sunburn and cumulative sun damage is important in protecting yourself and your family from signs of premature aging and skin cancer.
But equally important are checking out suspicious spots and scheduling annual full-body screenings to catch changes to your skin as soon as they appear.
Don’t wait. Call Integrated Dermatology of Tidewater at (757) 461-1033 (Opt. 1) today to schedule your next appointment.
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