Hot Derm Summer- Got Sunscreen ?๐
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May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month & your Friendly Derms on social media want you to stay protected from the sun.
๐๐พ Use broad spectrum sunscreen with
๐๐พSPF of 30 & above
๐๐พ1/2 tsp to face & neck, about a
๐๐พshot glass size ๐๐พapplied liberally to body
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Remember, everyone needs sun protection regardless of race and ethnicity to prevent from:
๐Skin Cancer
๐Sunburns
๐Pigmentation disorders
โ๏ธ About 90% of nonmelanoma skin cancers and the vast majority of melanomas are associated with exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sun.
โ ๏ธ On average, a personโs risk for melanoma doubles if they have had more than five sunburns.
Needless to say, sun protection is essential
For more skin health information and tips from your
#dermfriends be sure to follow the entire cast on Instagram and TikTok:
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@brownskinderm
@drkatiebeleznay
@208skindoc
@drdiannedavis
@derm.talk
@dr.corey...