Stay safe in
the sun
The sun's rays are dangerous for your skin. Unless you get burned, you might not
see it straight away, but the sun causes wrinkles and age spots and is the top cause
of skin cancer.
Limit your exposure to the sun, especially between 10:00 – 15:00, as this is when
the sun's ultraviolet rays are the most damaging.
Cover up with loose fitting, long sleeved shirts and long trousers to protect your
skin.
Wear a wide brim hat and sunglasses which meet safety standards for exposure to
the sun's rays.
Always wear sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF) when outdoors and
reapply every two hours or after swimming.
Be especially careful of cool and cloudy days as you can still burn.
Stay hydrated by drinking as much water as needed because the heat and sun
dehydrate you.
Eat food that contains a significant amount of water, like grapes and watermelon.
Take a cool shower if needed to reduce your body temperature.
Always have a first aid kit handy for unforeseen injuries and illnesses.
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Need emergency medical assistance?
Call Netcare 911 on 082 911
or download the Netcare app
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