Did you know that Vermont has one of the highest incidence rates of melanoma in the U.S.?
By limiting sun exposure you can reduce your skin cancer risk.
Early detection promotes successful treatment, talk to your doctor about your screening options.
3 Prevention Tips
Tip #1: Cover Up
Wear wide-brimmed hats, sun-protective clothing and sunglasses.
Tip #2: Stay Indoors...
... between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. or seek shade.
Tip #3: Wear Sunscreen
Pick a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher.
Resources
Partnership Highlights
Interested in learning more about ¶¶Òõ̽̽ Cancer Center's Be Sun Safe campaign or want to partner with us?
Reach out to Assistant Director of Community Outreach and Engagement, Rachel Zwynenburg at Rachel.Zwynenburg@med.uvm.edu.