BC Cancer Foundation - Winter 2015 - (Page 4)

HEALTHY INSIGHTS A Healthier You This Winter Protect Your Skin from Winter Rays When the warm, sunny weather has disappeared and the winter season brings grey clouds and dull, dreary skies, it's still imperative to practice proper sun safety to help reduce your risk of skin cancer. The chance of developing skin cancer in British Columbia is about one in seven. To help ensure your skin is protected this winter, consider the following: TEMPERATURE DOESN'T MATTER The sun produces ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which reaches the earth even on a cloudy day. UV radiation carries no heat, meaning that you can be exposed to a lot of UV even if the weather outside is cool. REDUCE YOUR RISK The risk of developing skin cancer increases as your total exposure to UV radiation builds up over time. One way to limit your sun exposure is by seeking shade when outdoors. 4 PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY PREVENT SKIN CANCER Learn answers to common sun-related questions at suntips.ca. PROTECT YOUR SKIN BEFORE HITTING THE SLOPES A sunny day in the snow will reflect a lot of UV radiation onto your skin. The sun's rays increase by 10 per cent for every 1,000 metres of altitude, and fresh snow and ice can reflect up to 85 per cent of UV radiation. http://www.suntips.ca

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of BC Cancer Foundation - Winter 2015

BC Cancer Foundation - Winter 2015
Opening Thoughts
Healthy Insights
Why I Give
Researcher Profile
A Monumental Leap in Cancer Treatment
Solving the Mystery of Treatment Failure
A Picture with Life- Saving Properties
Legacy Giving

BC Cancer Foundation - Winter 2015