Protecting skin in sun intense Florida outdoors
Outdoor sun safety guidance advises evaluating personal susceptibility to sunburn and using sunscreen with higher SPF for those at risk. It notes that the elderly and light-skinned individuals are more vulnerable, and certain medications can increase risk, with guidelines to seek physician advice and to rely on SPF ratings from products.
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Sun safety tips for Florida beaches and sunburn prevention
Coastlines readers are advised to limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. use sunscreen adequately and reapply regularly, wear hats and long sleeves, protect bald heads, noses, shoulders, ears and feet, avoid relying on umbrellas, and remember UV rays penetrate clouds and water. The Florida Sea Grant College and Marine Log offer further guidance and mailing list access through University of Florida extensions.
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University of Florida
Gainesville
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