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SHADE Foundation of America is a national 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization. We want to provide you with a resource to find great programs to educate children about sun safety and an opportunity for you to join us in making the world skin cancer free.
This year, more than one million Americans will be diagnosed with some form of skin cancer. It is the fastest growing cancer and affects more people than prostate, breast, colorectal and cervical cancers combined. One person dies every hour from skin cancer and more than 75% of these deaths are from melanoma. The good news is, most skin cancer is preventable and if detected and treated early has a 95% cure rate.
Follow these easy sun safety tips:
- Do Not Sunburn
- Cover Up
- Seek Shade
- Wear a Hat
- Limit time in the sun between 10 am and 2 pm
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- Always Use Sunscreen with SPF 15+
- Check the UV Index
- Avoid sunlamps and tanning beds
- Wear Sunglasses
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Conduct a monthly skin self-exam and see your dermatologist yearly. SHADE is a core member of the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention.
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