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What does slip mean in the the 5's of sun safety?
Slip on a t-shirt or sun protective clothing.
True or False
Is sunscreen waterproof?
False- it is only water resistant. you should always reapply sunscreen after water exposure.
Is sunscreen alone enough to protects you from the sun?
No- you should also wear protective clothing, seek shade and wear sunglasses.
True or False
Australia has the lowest rates of skin cancer in the world.
False- Australia has some of the highest levels of UV radiation in the world – in fact, UV radiation is strong enough to cause sunburn in as little as 11 minutes on a fine summer day.
What does slop mean in the the 5's of sun safety?
slop on some sunscreen.
True or False?
Sunscreen never expires
False- the active ingredients can break down over time. Using expired sunscreen can leave your skin unprotected.
What is UV radiation?
UV is a form of energy produced by the sun.
UV levels are affected by a number of factors including geographic location, altitude, time of day, time of year and cloud cover. This means that UV levels are higher in some parts of Australia than others even on the same day.
What do the 5 S's of SunSafety stand for?
Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek, Slide
What does slap mean in the the 5's of sun safety?
Slap on a hat.
How often should you reapply sunscreen?
a) only once a day
b) every 2-4 hours
c) every 6-8 hours
b) every 2-4 hours- sunscreen can break down in the light and lose its effectiveness.
What is the UV index?
A tool that measures the UV levels each day
what does SPF stand for on sunscreen?
Sun protection factor
What does seek mean in the the 5's of sun safety?
Seek some shade.
True or False
You don't need to wear sunscreen on a cloudy day
False- you can still get sun damage on cloudy days. sun damage is caused by UV radiation not the temperature.
If the UV index for the day is 6, should I wear sunscreen, protective clothing, and seek shade?
Yes- It is recommended to be sun smart when the UV rating is 3 or above
How do you treat sunburn?
It can take a few days or weeks to heal. Treatment aims to help your child feel more comfortable.
- drink plenty of water
- apply a cold compress to the are that is burnt
- stay indoors to prevent further sun burn
What does slide mean in the the 5's of sun safety?
Only people with pale skin are at risk of getting skin cancer.
False- People with all skin types need to be sun smart to prevent the risk of getting skin cancer.
Can over exposure to UV radiation cause skin cancer?
Yes- Exposure to UV radiation from the sun and other sources, such as solariums, is the major cause of skin cancer.
How long should you wait to go in the water after applying sunscreen?
a) straight away
b) 1 hour
c) 15 minutes
c) 15 minutes