1. Practice Sun Safety Daily1

2. Remember the 5 “S’s”
Slip
Slop
Slap
Sunglasses
Seek
Say no 2

3. Slip
Slip on a shirt
A long-sleeved shirt is best. If you choose a short-sleeved shirt, be sure to apply sunscreen on the exposed skin 3

4. Slop
Slop on sunscreen.
Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher.
Sunscreen needs to be generously applied at least 30 minutes before sun exposure.
Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours and after swimming or sweating 4

5. Slap
Slap on a hat
The head and neck are common places for skin cancer to start
For maximum protection, wear a hat with a inch brim all around.
Be sure to sunscreen your ears and neck if you wear a smaller hat or baseball cap. 5

6. Sunglasses Wrap on sunglasses.
Sunglasses protect the eyes and skin around the eyes.
Choose sunglasses that block 100% of both UVA and UVB rays. 6

7. Seek
Seek shade.
Because the sun’s UV rays are most intense between 10 AM and 4 PM, outdoor activities should be minimized during this time
If you are outside during this time, find some shade, and keep cool under a tree, umbrella, or structure. 7

8. Say no Say no to artificial rays.
Do not use indoor tanning beds, booths, and sunlamps.
Artificial rays are sources of artificial UV radiation.
Indoor tanning devices are not safe! 8

9. Remember the 5 “S’s”
Slip
Slop
Slap
Sunglasses
Seek
Say no 9