At a glance
Raise awareness about the benefits of sun protection!
Overview
Nearly 5 million people are treated for skin cancer each year in the United States. Skin cancer can be serious, expensive, and sometimes even deadly.
When spending time outdoors, simple options—like staying in the shade, wearing a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and a long-sleeved shirt, and using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher—can lower your chances of getting skin cancer and protect against signs of sun damage such as wrinkles and age spots.
Show us your #SunSafeSelfie
Show us your #SunSafeSelfie and join the conversation to raise awareness about the benefits of sun protection!
- Photograph yourself using sun protection.
- Post it on social media and tag it with #SunSafeSelfie.
- Practice what you post! (Plan ahead before outdoor activities, so you're always prepared to stay sun-safe.)