Ask the Nurse: How can I protect my child from sunburns?

Question: How can I protect my child from sunburns? Answer: Kids love to spend time outdoors year round, so it is always important to protect our children from skin damage that could potentially lead to skin cancer. To keep kids safe in the sun, follow these tips. A child under 6 months: Infants have thinner … Continue reading “Ask the Nurse: How can I protect my child from sunburns?”

According to Study Early Sun Exposure Increases Risk of Melanoma
According to Study Early Sun Exposure Increases Risk of Melanoma

Article at a Glance

  • Sun exposure throughout a person’s life can contribute to non-melanoma skin cancers, but melanoma is strongly tied to sun exposure that occurs during our early years.
  • Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer.
  • Parents should be extra careful to protect their children from sun exposure early in life.
Spring is a Hot Time for Sunburns
Spring is a Hot Time for Sunburns

Article at a Glance Even though the sun doesn’t “feel” hot you can still get a sunburn. One bad sunburn can double your risk of developing skin cancer. The most common mistake parents make is not applying enough sunscreen. In the spring—before the summer heat starts to kick in—it can be easy to forget the … Continue reading “Spring is a Hot Time for Sunburns”

Article Types

Archives

Sign up to our Newsletter

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Is Your Child Sick?


en español


Stay connected to your children’s health:

Want pediatric news, kid-friendly recipes and parenting tips?
Sign up for our patient parent newsletter:

Other great ways to connect: