Arizona: Be Careful in the Sun

Many people are drawn to Arizona because of the incredible amount of sunlight we get here. There is no doubt that the sun can be very good for you, both mentally and physically. It just makes you feel good...but you need to be careful! As with most things in life, moderation is the key.

To receive the health benefits of Arizona's intense sunlight, you only need a few minutes of exposure a day. Beyond that, you risk getting skin cancer. So it is very important to cover yourself with a strong sunscreen, and if possible, light-colored clothing. Contrary to what you might think, light clothing will actually keep you cooler.

To help combat the ill effects of overexposure to the sun, the Arizona Cancer Center has opened up the Skin Cancer Institute. A major area of activity for the institute will be public awareness and education about how to protect yourself from the sun. It also has sophisticated equipment which can be used to take a close look at moles and lesions for signs of skin cancer. The institute has two locations: Scottsdale and Tucson.

Scottsdale is blessed with some of the finest health care in the world, being home to the world famous Mayo Clinic and other fine medical facilities. Thankfully, now we have one of the top institutes to help us stay safe from our wonderful, but potentially deadly, sunlight.

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