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16 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, May 18,1994 Speaker Reminds Rotarians About Cancer Dangers from Sunbathing by Lorraine Manfredo Soaking up some sun after a long, cold winter may seem like a good idea. But over-exposure can be hazardous to your health, says Mary Tillcock, spokesperson for the Canadian Cancer Society, Bowmanville Bowmanville branch. Ms Tillcock was a featured guest at the May 12th Rotary Club meeting meeting where she gave members a condensed condensed version of the Cancer Society's Society's SunScnse program. "Saying someone has a healthy tan is really like saying 'up is down* or 'black is white'," Ms Tillcock said. "Any tan is a sign that damage has been done to your skin." Protecting the body's largest organ organ from the sun has become more and more important in light of a diminishing diminishing ozone layer, increased involvement involvement in outdoor recreational activities and skimpier summer clothing, Tillcock said. . Some schools are re-organizing field days in order to avoid the hottest hottest hours of the day, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., she added. Skin cancer strikes one in seven Canadians and the numbers are increasing, increasing, she warned. Cancers are abnormal cells growing growing out of control and increasing in number in the body. But, just like those first rust marks noticed on a car, early detection detection is often the key to prevent spreading, she said. Q & A See a doctor about suspicious •spots or moles that change in shape or color, or show border irregularities. irregularities. If they grow larger than the diameter diameter of a pencil eraser, contact your physician. There are basically three types of skin cancers: basal, squamous, and malignant melanoma. Basal cells usually occur on the neck or head. Squamous cells tend to appear as unhealed sores on areas of skin that have been exposed to the sun. Both types result from longterm longterm exposure and are nearly 100% curable if detected early, Tillcock assured Rotarians. Malignant melanomas, however, can be deadly. They appear frequently frequently on the legs of women and on the trunks of men and are often visible around moles. There are a number of ways to protect yourself from harmful UVA and UVB rays: 1. Wear long sleeves, long pants, a hat and shoes. 2. Stay in the shade or use an umbrella. umbrella. 3. Apply a commercial sunscreen lotion or gel before going outdoors. For those who use sunscreens, Tillcock recommends a Sun Protection Protection Factor (SPF) of 15 or higher and broad-spectrum protection from both UVB and UVA rays. "Don't forget the tender spots, like the backs of knees, bald spots, tops of feet, the tip of your nose and ears." Don't let down your guard on overcast days or at the beach, she advises. Even an umbrella won't stop rays reflected off the water. "No sunscreen filters out 100% of the sun's rays other than zinc oxide," oxide," she said, "but you can't cover your whole body in that. So, you are going to end up with a slight tan at the end of summer. "Remember, the skin is the package package that your body comes wrapped in, and if you take care of it, it should last you a lifetime." Canadian Cancer Society volunteer, Mary Tillcock, was the visiting speaker at the Bowmanville Rotary Rotary Club on Thursday, May 12th. The retired teacher was named a Paul Harris Fellow by the club earlier earlier this year for her tireless efforts educating the public and raising funds for research. Tillcock provided a condensed version of the Cancer Society's SunSense Program. Rotarian Keith Billett (left) introduced the guest. President Joe Sweet presented her with a token of the club's appreciation. Sun Sense Q:Which sunscreens offer the best protection? A: Look for lotions or gels with a sun-protection.factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. The Canadian Cancer Cancer Society recommends using brands that offer broad spectrum protection, which offers protection protection from both UVB and UVA rays. Re-apply after sweating or swimming. Q: What's the difference between UVA and uVb rays? A: Long-term exposure to UVA rays ages skin and causes it to have a leathery appearance. Exposure Exposure to UVB rays is what causes sunburn. Q: How long can I stay outside safely after I put on sunscreen? A: To roughly estimate protected protected time, multiply the SPF number number by Environment Canada's UV index for the day. The result will give you a fair idea of the number of minutes that can be spent out of doors. The UV index index is the shortest time it will take to bum fair skin outside and is expressed as a number from 1 to 10. CAUTION: You can't get more safe time by applying more sunscreen sunscreen that same day! The skin needs to recover overnight For longer protection time, use a lotion lotion with a higher SPF. Q: Who has the highest risk of developing skin cancer? A: Fair-skinned people, who tend to freckle, wiih blond, red, or light brown hair and light eyes arc most vulnerable. Other contributing factors may include: include: a large number of moles, a family history of cancer, an outdoor job, or even a hobby such as golf which involves short periods outdoors in the ^most intense sun. Sporting Tour at Canadian Tire A flurry of sporting activities will be under way in the parking lot of the Canadian Tire store on Highway Highway Two this Friday from 3-8 p.m. Admission is free. A Team Canadian sports van has chosen Bowmanville for its next stop on a sporting tour that is sure to strike up interest from all sports fans. Close to 3,000 square feet of the parking lot will be designated a sports playground, with a number of different activities for kids and adults to enjoy. A portable hockey rink will be set up, along with two portable basketball basketball courts. In addition, there will be a radar gun to measure the speed of a baseball thrown at a target, There will also be a soccer target for enthusiasts to shoot at. In addition, addition, dterc is a possibility that a volleyball volleyball court could also be constructed. constructed. Major s|X)riing manufacturers sponsor the van, allowing proactive proactive customers to use demonstration models of various equipment associated associated willt a particular sport. Ç, g. tZccaafrutl (Z&evwCet 0 ^ea 0 OCdMto&iCe 0 (^<zdM<zc ^td. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado White, loaded, 16,000 km. 1993 Chev Corsica White, V6, air, auto, 31,000 km. '-"1,30® 1992 Cavalier Grey, air, auto, 55JD00 km. 1991 Pontiac Sunbird Conv. White, loaded, 74,000 km. 1994 Chev Cavalier White, air, auto, 10,800 km. 1992 Cavalier Grey, air, auto, 48,000 km. 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