Enjoying the summer sun? Don’t forget this.

Enjoying the summer sun? Don’t forget this.

Summer is a time when you’re likely to get more sun than usual, enjoying outings at the beach, backyard cookouts and outdoor sports. But while you’re having fun, don’t forget about your skin. Ultraviolet light from the sun can damage skin and increase the risk for skin cancer. Wearing sunscreen is one way to protect your skin, but what else can you do?

See more ways to protect your skin from the sun.

Learn more about the causes of skin cancer.

The information on Skin Cancer was provided by NIHSeniorHealth and developed by theNational Cancer Institute (NCI) at NIH.