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CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. So, what is the risk of sunburn? Well, a person’s risk of getting melanoma (cancer) doubles once she or he has had 5 sunburns. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. This can develop. .

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CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

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  1. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

  2. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • So, what is the risk of sunburn? Well, a person’s risk of getting melanoma (cancer) doubles once she or he has had 5 sunburns.

  3. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.

  4. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • This can develop.

  5. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • In a recent poll, 42% of English people get a sunburn at least once per year.

  6. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Even short, sharp intense bursts of Sun on your skin increases the chances of getting skin cancer.

  7. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Too much exposure to the Sun can cause severe blistering anywhere on the body. Even 1 blister more than doubles your chances of getting cancer.

  8. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Family history, skin type and having a large number of moles on your body can also affect the chances of getting skin cancer.

  9. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • No, young man. This is not funny. It’s dangerous.

  10. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Babies in particular must be kept out of the Sun’s rays as their skin is especially soft and more easily burnt.

  11. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Peeling skin can be sore as well as not looking good. The chances of getting an infection greatly increase as well.

  12. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Painful!!

  13. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Sore for ages!

  14. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Getting burnt on a sun bed is also very dangerous and can cause major effects which can affect your life.

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  19. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • So, how do you reduce the risk?

  20. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Seek the shade, especially between 10am and 4pm.

  21. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Avoid tanning shops.

  22. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Use at least factor 15 sun cream. Always read the label. * Other sun cream brands are available.

  23. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sun cream over all of your body at least 30 minutes before you go out in the Sun and re-apply every 2 hours.

  24. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Wear a broad rimmed hat and sunglasses.

  25. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Keep babies out of the sun and cover them up. Do not apply sun cream until at least 6 months old.

  26. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • Examine yourself (you may need the help of others to examine your back) from head to toe each month to check for suspicious moles.

  27. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • If you have any concerns about the size or shape of moles, you must consult your GP. They will know what to do next.

  28. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN. • LATEST NEWS -: • Sun cream is not enough. People need to cover up as well. • http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-27793354

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