UV Radiation is the direct cause of 90% of the world’s most common cancer, BUT DID YOU KNOW...
• It cannot be felt and is not related to temperature
• It can pass through cloud cover
• It intensifies as it reflects off the environment around us
• It can vary dramatically throughout the day
• It can vary dramatically across different locations
• It intensifies with altitude and proximity to the equator
• You should always use sun protection measures when the UV index reaches 3 or above
• You should take extra care during peak UV hours
• You should avoid direct sun exposure when UV levels become very high (8+)
BUT HOW DO YOU KNOW WHAT THE UVI IS AT ANY GIVEN DAY, TIME OR LOCATION!?
Well - we’ve got your back! Simply install the Skcin App and you’ll have all this at your fingertips:
• The current and daily peak UV Index
• A 2 day hour by hour UV forecast
• For any location across the globe!
• You can add multiple (saved) locations
• You can set text alerts to let you know when the daily UV reaches 3
• You can set text alerts to let you know when the UV reaches it’s daily peak
• AND - oh yes, you can set 2 hourly sunscreen reminders!!!!
WHAT’S NOT TO LOVE!
Simply go to: app.skcin.org (using Safari on iOS or Chrome on Android)
click ‘INSTALL’ and follow the ‘2 tap’ onscreen instructions to add the app to your mobile home screen.
@ SkcinCharity, every month is #SkcinCancerAwarenessMonth