Sun Safety - Toronto Public Health


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		General Information Indoor tanning When you work outdoors Resources Related links The health risks associated with overexposure to the sun are largely preventable. With some simple steps, skin and eyes can be protected. The information listed below will help you to protect yourselves and your family or employees from the harmful effects of the sun. General Information: Myths about the sun Six Sun Safety Recommendations (PDF) UV Index Sunglasses Sunscreen (PDF) Indoor Tanning: Exposure to ultraviolet rays (UVR), including indoor tanning beds, booths and lamps, causes skin cancer. Get the facts about indoor tanning No tan is a safe tan About skin cancer Test your knowledge about tanning and skin cancer When you work outdoors: Sun Safety for Outdoor Workers Test you knowledge about sun safety and working outdoors Resources: Shade Guidelines and Policy Sun Safe Event Planning Guide for Outdoor Events (PDF) Sun Safety Information Guide for Schools (PDF) Sun Safe School P.A. Announcements (PDF) Related links: Health Canada - Sun Safety Canadian Cancer Society-Sun and UV Canadian Dermatology Association-Sun Awareness Program for the Prevention of Skin Cancer Ontario Sun Safety Working Group World Health Organization-INTERSUN Programme Take the time to help prevent skin cancer. For more information call Toronto Health Connection at 416-338-7600. Last updated July 2011