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Let's shine a light on Sun Awareness Week starting on May 6! Originating in Canada in 1989, this week-long celebration is designed to help people understand the importance of sun safety and the risks of overexposure. What started as a small initiative to raise awareness about sun burn and skin cancer, has now blossomed into a global event that brings together dermatologists, health advocates, and sun-lovers alike! During this time, let's all bask in the warmth of the sun, but also remember to protect our skin and practice healthy habits for a sun-safe lifestyle. Let's radiate positivity, stay sun savvy and have a sizzling Sun Awareness Week!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sun Awareness Week Start</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sun Awareness Week originated in Canada as an initiative to raise awareness about sunburn and skin cancer.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Growing Awareness</div><div class='timeline-text'>Throughout the 1990s, Sun Awareness Week gained more recognition in Canada and started spreading to other countries.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>US Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United States adopted Sun Awareness Week to promote the importance of sun safety amongst its citizens.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>European Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Several European countries started celebrating Sun Awareness Week promoting sun-safe habits within their populations.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Awareness</div><div class='timeline-text'>By 2010, Sun Awareness Week was celebrated in many parts of the globe, educating people about the dangers of sun overexposure with various events and campaigns.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Digital Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many 2021 Sun Awareness Week events were held virtually, even broadening the reach of sun safety education.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Attend a Sun Safety Workshop</h3><p class='facts-text'>Look for local health or community organizations hosting workshops or presentations on sun safety. You can learn important information about skin cancer, the UV index, and the importance of sunscreen.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a hat fashion show</h3><p class='facts-text'>Hats are not just a stylish accessory, they're an excellent way to protect your scalp and face from harmful UV rays. Have a fun hat fashion show to celebrate the week. Award prizes for the most creative or stylish hats.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Start a Sunscreen Swap</h3><p class='facts-text'>Everyone has their preferred sunscreen, why not turn this into a fun event? Ask participants to each bring their favorite brand and type of sunscreen – lotions, sprays, sticks, you name it. Then, everyone trades and gets to try out a new protection product!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Set up a sun-protected picnic</h3><p class='facts-text'>Get some friends together for a picnic, but make sure to choose a spot with plenty of shade or bring your own sun protection gear. This can include large sun hats, umbrellas, and of course, sunscreen. Make it a point to remind everyone at the event about the importance of sun protection.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Make your own sun-safe t-shirts</h3><p class='facts-text'>Seek out some plain white t-shirts and non-toxic fabric paints. Then, get creative and make some sun-themed designs. Not only does this raise awareness, but it's also covers key parts of your body from the sun's rays!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages sun safety education</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sun Awareness Week provides an essential platform for educating people about the importance of protecting their skin from the sun's harmful rays. It draws attention to sunburn and skin cancer, emphasizing the need for preventative measures and early detection.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It inspires us to have fun in the sun—safely!</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From hosting a hat fashion show to setting up a sun-protected picnic, Sun Awareness Week encourages us to enjoy the outdoors, while also being mindful of our health. It shows that it is possible to bask in the warmth of the sun without compromising on safety. </p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes community involvement</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sun Awareness Week involves various levels of community involvement—from attending workshops to participating in sunscreen swaps, and crafting sun-safe t-shirts. It strengthens community ties while advocating for a cause that benefits individuals and society as a whole.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sun Awareness Week Is A Canadian Brainchild</h3><p class='facts-text'>While Sun Awareness Week is now celebrated globally, the first events were organized by the Canadian Dermatology Association in 1989, to highlight the dangers of excess sun exposure.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Week Aims To Discourage Indoor Tanning</h3><p class='facts-text'>One objective of Sun Awareness Week is to discourage the use of tanning beds, which can increase the risk of skin cancer. Many events focus on healthy alternatives to achieve a sun-kissed look.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>UV Index Is A Focus Of The Week</h3><p class='facts-text'>During Sun Awareness Week, health advocates explain the UV Index, which measures the strength of sunburn-producing ultraviolet radiation at a particular place and time.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sun Awareness Week Has Its Own Symbol</h3><p class='facts-text'>The symbol for Sun Awareness Week is a bright yellow sun, highlighting the importance of the sun in our lives and the need to protect ourselves from its harmful rays.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sun Awareness Week Encourages Year-Round Vigilance</h3><p class='facts-text'>Sun Awareness Week is not just about safety during the summer months. It encourages us to be vigilant about sun protection all year round, regardless of weather conditions as UV rays can still be harmful during cloudy days.</p></div></div>
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