Texas weather is heating up. It's been in the 90s the past several days, certainly warm enough to encourage sun worshipers to take advantage of the opportunity to be outdoors. But there are risks. The sun can do great harm, if you don't take precautions. Valerie Soja has more in this Bobcat Update.
It's well known that sun exposure raises the risk of developing skin cancer, the most common cancer in the United States. More than one million cases are diagnosed yearly.
For Texas State students, the San Marcos River is a favorite place to hang out this time of year. Some are to swim or to play a game. Others are here to get a tan. In any case, applying sun blocking lotions is a must.
SB: Rachel Ealy, "It's harder to tan when you put on SPF 30…."
Tyler Miska also tries to wear sunscreen, but often forgets.
SB: "It's a hassle to buy it…"
Shannon Vandivier is well aware of the potential risk of skin cancer. "I am a Bio… major… my grandfather just got skin cancer."
But some studies suggest that you might not want to completely avoid the sun. According to the World Health Organization, brief exposure to U-V radiation, about 5-15 minutes twice a week can be beneficial, It produces vitamin D which is essential for helping the human body protect itself against internal cancers as well as various neurological, cardiovascular, immune, and bone diseases.
Dillon Scott, says he puts on sunscreen every morning before he heads to Sewell park to enjoy the sun's rays.
SB: "I just put on my trance music…. and rave at the sun."
Dan Barry, better known as frisbee Dan, also takes the proper precautions to protect his skin.
SB: "In the morning… injured from the sun."
Although research shows the sun can have health benefits, It is important to limit your sun exposure. The American Cancer Society and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend wearing the right kind of clothing whenever possible, and using sunscreen of S-P-F 15 or more to protect your skin. Don't neglect your eyes either. Long-term exposure to U-V rays can cause loss of vision and cataracts.
With summer just around the corner, everyone is eager to get out and enjoy the sun, but do so safely and in moderation. Dermatoligists warn that the sun is most dangerous between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Reporting Live from Sewell Park....For Bobcat Update. I'm Valerie Soja.
Tyler Miska also tries to wear sunscreen, but often forgets.
SB: "It's a hassle to buy it…"
Shannon Vandivier is well aware of the potential risk of skin cancer. "I am a Bio… major… my grandfather just got skin cancer."
But some studies suggest that you might not want to completely avoid the sun. According to the World Health Organization, brief exposure to U-V radiation, about 5-15 minutes twice a week can be beneficial, It produces vitamin D which is essential for helping the human body protect itself against internal cancers as well as various neurological, cardiovascular, immune, and bone diseases.
Dillon Scott, says he puts on sunscreen every morning before he heads to Sewell park to enjoy the sun's rays.
SB: "I just put on my trance music…. and rave at the sun."
Dan Barry, better known as frisbee Dan, also takes the proper precautions to protect his skin.
SB: "In the morning… injured from the sun."
Although research shows the sun can have health benefits, It is important to limit your sun exposure. The American Cancer Society and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend wearing the right kind of clothing whenever possible, and using sunscreen of S-P-F 15 or more to protect your skin. Don't neglect your eyes either. Long-term exposure to U-V rays can cause loss of vision and cataracts.
With summer just around the corner, everyone is eager to get out and enjoy the sun, but do so safely and in moderation. Dermatoligists warn that the sun is most dangerous between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Reporting Live from Sewell Park....For Bobcat Update. I'm Valerie Soja.
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