how to reduce uv exposure?
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['Stay in the shade, especially during midday hours.', 'Wear clothes that cover your arms and legs.', 'Consider options to protect your children.', 'Wear a wide brim hat to shade your face, head, ears, and neck.', 'Wear wraparound sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays.']
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One dose of ultraviolet light may stop itching and shorten the course of pityriasis. Consider sunbathing for 30 minutes max (enough to make the skin pink). Do this only once. If this is impossible, use a sun lamp or consider a tanning salon once.
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['Use time, distance, shielding, and containment to reduce exposure.', 'Wear dosimeters (e.g., film or TLD badges) if issued.', 'Avoid contact with the contamination.', 'Wear protective clothing that, if contaminated, can be removed.']
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A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 means moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Stay in shade near midday when the sun is strongest. If outdoors, wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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["Avoid the sun. Stay clear of the sun's direct rays for at least 48 hours or until the redness has gone away. ... ", 'Let your skin breathe. This is very important. ... ', "Soaking and steam isn't good. ... ", 'No body lotion until the redness goes away. ... ', 'Exfoliate. ... ', 'Have products ready.']
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When it comes to skin cancer, a major risk factor is prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
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["DON'T USE TOBACCO. ... ", 'PROTECT YOUR SKIN FROM THE SUN. ... ', 'EAT A HEALTHY DIET. ... ', 'MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT AND BE PHYSICALLY ACTIVE. ... ', 'PRACTICE SAFE SEX AND AVOID RISKY BEHAVIORS. ... ', 'GET IMMUNIZED (HPV & HEPATITIS VACCINES)']
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Water is the easiest and most immediate remedy for sunburned skin. A cool, wet towel is welcome relief from the pulsing heat. Place a damp towel over your sunburn for 10 minutes or so several times a day. Don't be afraid to use ice; just don't put the ice directly on your skin.
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Some indoor tanning aficionados say that because tanning machines use mostly UVA light, tanning that way is safer than lying in the sun. Not true. While we used to think UVA light mostly just caused skin aging, we now know that its longer wavelength penetrates the skin more deeply and is strongly linked to melanoma.
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Avoid direct sunlight for at least two to three weeks, and use sunscreen when you do receive sun exposure. Skip deodorant for at least three days if you've received laser hair treatment under your arms. Wear only mineral makeup for the first 48 hours after treatment, or let your face go bare.
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['Reduce screen time. ... ', 'Limit exposure to bright lights and loud sounds. ... ', 'Avoid unnecessary movement of your head and neck. ... ', 'Stay hydrated. ... ', 'Rest. ... ', 'Eat more protein. ... ', 'Eat foods rich in omega-3s.']
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['Avoid exposing skin to UV light (sunlight or sunbeds) or self-tan for at least 2 weeks after treatment. ... ', 'Avoid heat treatments such as spas, steam rooms and saunas for 7 days.', 'Avoid excessive scrubbing or applying pressure to the skin for 4-5 days.']
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Brief baths, showers, and towel compresses may help to keep the sunburn cool and hydrated. The temperature of the water should be cool to lukewarm. Water that is too hot can strip the natural oils of the skin. For a mild sunburn, try taking a cool bath or shower.
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['Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. ... ', 'Use Less Heat and Air Conditioning. ... ', 'Replace Your Light Bulbs. ... ', 'Drive Less and Drive Smart. ... ', 'Buy Energy-Efficient Products. ... ', 'Use Less Hot Water. ... ', 'Use the "Off" Switch. ... ', 'Plant a Tree.']
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UV Index 8-10 means high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Fair skinned people however, may burn in less than 10 minutes. Minimize sun exposure during midday hours of 10am to 4pm. Protect yourself by liberally applying a sunscreen of at least 30.
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['Time. Radiation exposure can be accumulated over the time of exposure. ... ', 'Distance. A greater distance from the radiation source can reduce radiation exposure. ... ', 'Shielding.']
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Ultraviolet (UV) light exposure Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays is thought to be the major risk factor for most skin cancers. Sunlight is the main source of UV rays. Tanning beds are another source of UV rays.