Special UV light without the side-effects of tanning beds is, however, commonly used by dermatologists to treat certain skin problems like psoriasis, she adds. Another worry is that young people account for a disproportionate number of outdoor workers, such as lifeguards, tree planters, student painters and camp counsellors. Outside of sunglasses, which are fashionable, they don't do a lot to protect themselves from the sun. We want people to think of ways to protect themselves while still having fun. As was the case with Troster, it can take years of sun-damage accumulation to result in cancer.
Some young people are at risk immediately.
To establish role models for youth that sun safety is cool, the dermatology association is working with the national music broadcaster Much Music and its sister station in Quebec, Musique Plus. They're producing a 30-second commercial spot on sun safety which will be aired later this month and throughout the summer. The association has also recruited a patrol team of young people wearing cover-up clothes and sunscreen. Click Here to make suggestions, comments about C-Health.