In NZ we have high rates of skin cancer because most of us are fair with moles and freckles and we live in an environment with a very thin ozone layer, which means the UV radiation we get is very high and we burn quickly -- especially seeing as we love being outside! So while we are enjoying our outdoors lifestyle we must remember to seek shade at all times. Wear a sun hat with a broad rim, use sunglasses and a broad spectrum sunscreen. It's good to get to know your own skin. Check your skin regularly, keep an eye on a spot that's getting bigger, or changing colour, look at the border also. Learn your skin ABC's, A=Asymmetry B= Border, C= Colour -- they're the three things to look for.
Keywords: Skin ABC, skin cancer, protect skin, sun care
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