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Summer is just around the corner, which means people will be heading outdoors to enjoy the bright and sunny weather! In Canada, sunlight is strong enough to cause skin cancer, premature aging of the skin and harm to the eyes. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer and it’s also one of the most preventable.
Did you know that what you wear can make a big difference when it comes to protecting yourself from the sun? Reduce your risk of skin cancer by protecting yourself with a sun-safe summer outfit.
For more information about sun safety, visit our sun safety page, scroll to the bottom and take our quiz to see how sun savvy you are!