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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday June 24, 2006 - 35 Enjoy the outdoors but protect yourself from the sun Many of us can't wait for summer. After a long, cold winter, we look forward to getting outdoors and feeling the warmth of the sun. But too much sun can be harmful. Sunlight contains ultraviolet (UV) rays. Exposure to UV radiation is one of the main causes of skin cancer. It can also cause sunburn, premature skin aging and cataracts. Protection from the sun is very important for both children and adults. A child's thin, sensitive skin is easily damaged by UV rays. Research shows that a blistering sunburn during childhood or adolescence plays an important role in the development of skin cancer later on in life. Repeated, lifelong sun exposure, however, leads to the most common forms of skin cancer that occur in the most exposed areas of the body, like the ears, nose, neck, and balding areas of the scalp. According to the Canadian Cancer Society, anyone born today has a one in seven chance of developing skin cancer during his or her lifetime. It is possible to enjoy the outdoors while in the sun if you follow some simple guidelines: · Listen to the weather forecast daily to see how strong the sun will be. When the UV index is rated three or higher, it is important to take precautions against the sun. · Limit time in the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when the UV rays are the strongest. · Look for or create shaded areas to do outdoor activities whenever possible. · Wear clothing to protect as much of your skin as possible. · Wear a hat with a wide brim. · Put on sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection. Tanning salons and sunlamps are not a safe way to tan. Just like the sun, tanning lights and sun lamps give off UV rays that can cause sunburn, age skin, and increase your risk of skin cancer. The best choices for sun protection are to stay in the shade or to cover up. However, sunscreen is important too. There are many different brands of sunscreen available. When choosing a sunscreen, it is important to keep the following in mind: · Use a sunscreen to help protect your skin when you cannot stay in the shade or cover up. It would defeat its purpose if you use it to stay out in the sun longer. · Use a sunscreen with a sun protective factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. · Make sure the sunscreen offers both UVA and UVB protection (usually labelled "broad spectrum"). · Apply sunscreen generously, 20 minutes before going outdoors. · Reapply at least every two to three hours, and after swimming or exercise that makes you perspire. · Use a lip balm with an SPF 15 (the lower lip is a common site for skin cancer most often. · When using both sunscreen and an insect repellent containing DEET, apply the sunscreen first. After waiting 30 minutes, apply the DEET product. Remember, as a parent it is your responsibility to protect your child from the sun. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's directions when applying sunscreen or DEET. For more information about protecting your skin, call Halton Region at 905 825-6000, toll free 1-8664HALTON (1-866-442-5866) or visit our website at www.halton.ca. Health Notes is prepared by staff of Halton Region. motherhood inspiring greatness to develop). · Don't forget your ears, nose, neck and any bald spots, as these areas are where skin cancers occur Pregnancy and mom fitness, yoga, personal training, birth services and more. Beginner to Athlete. Strollerfit is now at Lakeside Park on Wednesday mornings Make Changes for a Lifetime sr ARE YOU CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH ALZHEIMER DISEASE? DO YOU NEED A BREAK? We may be able to help! OAKVILLE 416-821-7240 www.fitmomcanada.com r TM Please visit our website @ www.oakvilledentalarts.com "Smile File" CEREC In the last 10-20 years the great advances in technology we see in our day to day lives can also be seen in dentistry. One example is Chair-side Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics or CEREC. CEREC uses CAD-CAM computer technology to design and create an inlay, onlay or full crown to restore severely damaged teeth. CEREC also uses durable ceramic material to create the restoration. This special ceramic material is high grade, anti-abrasive, plaque resistant and is also compatible with tissues in the mouth. The tooth is cleaned out of infection and prepared as usual, and then a thin layer of non-reflective powder is sprayed on the tooth. A computer image or picture of the tooth is then taken. Using the CAD-CAM technology, a custom restoration is designed for the tooth. Using the design specifications, the restoration is milled by an on-site milling machine. The milling process takes about 5-10 minute depending on the size of the restoration. Lastly... the restoration is bonded onto the tooth using state of the art adhesive dentistry. This process can be done in one visit to the dental office and provides a long-lasting, biocompatible, life-like restoration. For more information in CEREC visit www.cerconline.com. Yours for better dental health. Nora's House Respite Care The Alzheimer Society of Peel is now providing respite care in central Mississauga; Nora's House is custom designed for the support, safety and enjoyment of all who stay. It provides caregivers with the opportunity to take a much needed break. Nora's House offers 24 hour care to individuals with Alzheimer Disease in a home like setting, with stays of up to 2 weeks. Caregivers will have peace of mind knowing their family member will be cared for by qualified professionals; staff are specially trained to care for and be sensitive to the needs of the clients and families we serve. For more information on Nora's House and how to access this service, please call us at (905) 278-3667 Alzheimer Society of Peel 60 Briarwood Ave. Mississauga, ON L5G 3N6 Join Our Growing Dental Family ... and benefit from the protection y offered by our 5-year continuing care dental warranty that guarantees all porcelain crowns, bridges, veneers and dental implants for 5 full years. Experience complete Family,Cosmetic & Restorative Dental Care in a relaxing Spa - like setting. · Smile Make-overs · Dental Implants (from start ot finish) · BriteSmileTM in office Tooth Whitening · Custom Crafted "Same Day" Onlays & Crowns · Natural Looking Custom Matched Veneers · Braces & Invisalign · Gum Specialist · Oral Surgeon · Full sleep Dentristy · Fresh Breath Center Call for your "personalized" complimentary smile analysis & to inquire about our new patient Tooth Whitening special HHS hiring RNs Halton Healthcare Services (HHS) is currently recruiting Registered Nurses (RNs) for its expanding Renal Hemodialysis Program. HHS is hosting an open house for Hemodialysis Registered Nurses on Wednesday, June 28 from 3 - 7 p.m., in the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital (OTMH) Auditorium. The HHS Renal Dialysis Program at OTMH consists of a 24-station Hemodialysis Unit, the Pre-dialysis Clinic and Home Peritoneal Dialysis. The Renal Hemodialysis Program is about to expand. 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