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Provides information on sunburn, including how to prevent sunburn, the signs, symptoms and risks of sunburn and suntanning or sunbathing, as well as sun safety tips.
The main skin cancer risk is something we cannot even see ultraviolet (UV) rays, which are produced by the sun and certain lamps, including tanning lamps. Most often, skin cancer is the result of overexposure to the sun.
Source: HealthyOntario.com
Exposure to ultraviolet A and B radiation can cause sunburn, damage to your eyes, and other health effects, including an increased risk of skin cancer. If you choose to use tanning lamps, you should be aware of the hazards involved so you can take steps to minimize your risk.
Source: Health Canada
Sunlight can help our mental outlook and help us feel healthier. For people with arthritis, the sun's warmth can help relieve some of their physical pain. Many people also think that a suntan makes a person look young and healthy. However, sunlight can be harmful to the skin, causing immediate problems as well as problems that may develop years later.
Source: Government of British Columbia - Ministry of Health Services
It doesn't matter, tanning bed or the beach.
Source: Canadian Health Network
Too much sun exposure, especially to children, can be harmful. The sun's burning rays can cause sunburn, skin cancer and eye damage.
Source: Calgary Regional Health Authority
Information related to this topic.
Source: Canada Health Portal
Information related to this topic.
Source: Canada Health Portal
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