Skin cancer or melanoma is the fastest growing form of cancer in the United States, and is now the sixth and seventh most common cancers in men and women, respectively. It is true that skin cancers are seldom seen in youngsters, but they do still occur-and one form, melanoma, is deadly, says Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

These are the things we should do to prevent skin cancers:

1. Generously applying sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 everywhere that might be exposed to the sun-even on cloudy days.

2. Reapplying sunscreen every two hours-and after perspiring or swimming.

3. Avoiding the midday sun-10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

4. Always keeping infants under six months old out of direct sunlight.

5. Having your child wear a brimmed hat and protective clothing.

6. Putting sunglasses on your child to protect his/her eyes and eyelids.

7. Remembering that sand and snow can reflect up to 85% of dangerous rays.

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