Quiz Sun awareness


QUIZ Are you


sun smart?


Summer is coming, the temperature is rising and – with any luck – many sunny days are ahead of us. But too much sun can be harmful to your health, particularly your skin, even here in the UK. So ask yourself, do you have the know-how to keep your skin healthy and sunburn free? Take our quiz to find out how much you know…


1


When are the sun’s rays at their strongest during British summertime?


a) First thing in the morning b) Just before sunset c) Between 11am and 3pm d) Between 3pm and 4pm


2


What’s the minimum SPF level recommended by the NHS to protect your skin against the sun?


a) SPF8 b) SPF10 c) SPF15 d) SPF25


3


Which symbol indicates the level of protection against UVA rays on a sun care product’s label?


a) Stars b) Squares c) Triangles d) Hearts


4


What should you do if you go for a swim in the sea or in the pool this summer?


a) Apply sunscreen immediately afterwards b) Use water-resistant sunscreen immediately before and straight after you swim


c) Don’t worry about sunscreen, as water protects you from the sun’s rays


d) Only apply sunscreen to your face and shoulders, as these are the only areas exposed to the sun while you’re swimming


5


Which of the following should be checked out by a doctor as it may be an early sign of skin cancer?


a) A mole that has an asymmetrical or irregular shape or ragged border


b) A mole that gets bigger over a few weeks or months c) A mole that has different colours d) All of the above


6


Which of the following suggests you may have a higher-than-average risk of developing skin cancer?


a) You were badly sunburned as a child b) You have a close relative who has had skin cancer c) You spend a lot of time outdoors at work d) All of the above


All About health 35 How did you score?


For each correct answer, give yourself three points. Correct answers are: 1c); 2c); 3a); 4b); 5d); 6d).


13-18 points Congratulations, that’s a really great score. You’re in the know where sun safety is concerned, which is great news for your skin. So keep up the good work. For more tips on staying safe in the sun, visit your local Careway pharmacy, where you can also buy a range of sun protection products to suit your skin type. Find your nearest Careway pharmacy at www.careway.co.uk/find-a-pharmacy.


7-12 points Well done, you have some – but not all – of the facts about sun protection at your fingertips. All you need is a bit more help and advice when it comes to keeping your skin safe in the sun. A good place to start is Cancer Research UK’s website – visit www.cancerresearchuk.org and search sun, UV and cancer. Your local Careway pharmacist can also help by recommending sun protection products to buy.


0-6 points You may not be a world expert on sun awareness, but at least there’s plenty of room for improvement. If you’ve been sunburned in the past, make a point of preventing it this summer by learning the important facts about sun protection. Your local Careway pharmacist can help with lots of tips and product recommendations. Also turn to page 8 in this issue of All About Health to read more about sun safety.


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