Are sunscreens suitable for infants and children?
A. Sunscreens may be used on babies starting at six months of age. But applying a sunscreen should not be an excuse for keeping a child out in the sun too long. Q. At what time of day is the sun most dangerous? A. The sun is most dangerous between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Q. Does clothing provide good sun protection? A. Dressing for sun protection is still one of the best ways to reduce your risk of skin cancer. Look for a tight weave, loose fit, and darker colors for more protection. Q. Why are sunglasses important? A. UV absorption by the eye and surrounding tissues is an important factor in causing both benign and malignant growths on the eyelid skin and on the surface of the eye. Q. Does skin cancer run in families? A. Heredity plays a major role in melanoma risk. About one of every ten patients diagnosed has a family member with a history of the disease. Q. Are tanning parlors safer than the sun? A. Exposure to the radiation of a tanning booth may be more risky than exposure to the sun.
