Sand, snow, concrete and water can reflect up to 85 percent of the sun's damaging rays . Take precautions near these surfaces. Child-care providers and parents need to set a good example for children . A child's sun exposure is dependent on the attitudes and practices of the primary caregiver. Parents and caregivers who frequently practice skin cancer prevention behaviors are more likely to practice prevention techniques with children.
Children model what they see.
Practice sun protection year-round . Even on a cool, sunny fall day, children need sunscreen protection. The solar UV-B radiation decreases in the fall, but the intensity is equal to a warm, sunny day. Teach children the ABCs for fun in the sun . Stay away from the sun in the middle of the day.