NCatena
03-30-2004, 05:40 PM
Hi everyone. As some of you know, and some are about to learn, I work in a dermatology office. We see people of all ages and races with many forms of skin cancer. I wanted to bring up what I feel is an important point. We have taken this huge step toward personal health and well being by having the surgery, changing our lifestyles to include exercise, and changing our eating habits to include healthier foods. Many of the gyms and 30 minute work-out centers we use have tanning booths. I would ask that you not be tempted to tan yourselves in a tanning booth, or even on the beach, as you show off your new "bod" this summer.
A few tips:
1. Wear SPF 30 or above.
2. Apply 30 minutes BEFORE going out in the sun
3. Buy new sunblock every 6 months. (It expires)
4. Reapply after swimming and exercise.
5. See a dermatologist every year, around your birthday, for a "full body check". :D
See you all at the next meeting!
Nanette
A few tips:
1. Wear SPF 30 or above.
2. Apply 30 minutes BEFORE going out in the sun
3. Buy new sunblock every 6 months. (It expires)
4. Reapply after swimming and exercise.
5. See a dermatologist every year, around your birthday, for a "full body check". :D
See you all at the next meeting!
Nanette