sun protection and skin cancer prevention

Cancer - United States Cancer Statistics (USCS) Data - 2007 Top Ten Cancers

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Cancer - United States Cancer Statistics (USCS) Data - 2007 Top Ten Cancers

sun protection and skin cancer prevention

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sun protection and skin cancer prevention

Helpful Tips in Using Dive Skins

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 01:51:00 +0000

The summer time is one of the well-loved seasons of the year because this is the time to go to the beach and enjoy different water activities. However, it is not only during the summer that you can go to the beach and have fun time playing your favorite water sports. You can go anytime of the year provided that you have the right gear and protective clothing to shield you from any harmful elements that you might encounter. Nowadays, you have various forms of protective clothing; from bathing suits, to stinger suits and now, you even have dive skins to come with those fancy diving suits.

Dive skins are the lightest of all wetsuits. These suits are commonly made out of a material called lycra which is basically an elastic and flexible fabric with a silky finish. It can be used on its own or worn inside a diving suit. It is also a great active wear to use when you're out doing your favorite water activities.

If you are using these dive skins for the very first time, it would help to know some of its uses. It is also good to be aware of when not to use this as a stand-alone suit. Here are some of the useful tips in wearing and maintaining your diving skins:

On those warm summer days that you want to snorkel and test the waters, you can wear this thick layer of suit on its own. They are lightweight but give you just enough protection from getting cut, scraped or encountering abrasions while exploring under water.

During those colder days, it is best to wear the skin inside a full-on wet suit. The diving skin does not have any thermal protection which is why it is not commonly recommended to be used alone unless in very warm water.

On the other hand, the diving skin is also a great tool to use to make it easier for you to wear and take off your wet suit. Decades ago, divers used to wear pantyhose just to fit into their wet suits. But now, because these thin suits are made [out of|from] lycra which is a very smooth and silk material, it is easier for divers to get in and out of their wet suits fast and without any struggle.

Wearing the dive skin to accompany a wet suit also gives another layer of protection against harmful elements. It can give an extra layer of protection against the sun as well as those poisonous jellyfish that you might encounter while snorkeling and diving.

The best way to keep your dive skin clean is by hand washing the suit right after your dive. Allow for it to dry before you store it. Make sure that you rinse the salt from the sea waters off your lycra suit and let it dry thoroughly before keeping it.

Make sure you don't store your diving skin within the direct hit of sunlight. This will break down the lycra immediately.

Dive skins have many uses and are easy to maintain. Just make sure you follow these tips on how to wear and maintain them and you can enjoy [many|lot] great summers with this reliable companion.

Jay Edmond is an expert when it comes to sun protection clothing and UV swimwear. To find out everything about the latest UV protection swimsuit cover-ups products, visit www.ecostinger.com

How to Choose Among a Wide Selection of Women Swimsuits

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 02:14:00 +0000

Swimming is a popular and great water sport. The good thing about swimming is that it is a fun fitness activity that not only helps you get back into shape, but is also a highly accessible exercise that you can do all year round. Lots of women enjoy a great time in the pool or even at the beach which is why it is necessary to invest on quality women swimsuits.

The good thing about swimwear these days is that you can do a whole lot more with them than we used to. You can swim, surf, walk around the beach or use it as a fashion statement. There are women swimsuits for all sizes, shapes, personal preference and ages. They are available in various colors, styles and for different functions.

The real problem is not having enough women swimsuits to choose from. The real problem is how to choose from a wide selection of swimwear for women that are available in shops or online. For this reason, here is a guide that can help you make the right choices in swimsuits. Here are some of the tips that can guide you in making the right decision of the perfect swimsuit for you:

Find swimwear that is perfect for your body shape.

There are many styles of swimwear that are available on the market today. Choose the ones that will compliment your shape. This means that the swimsuit must be able to emphasize your beautiful physical assets, and hide the imperfections. Swimwear is basically less clothing, but you can definitely enhance the shape of your body by choosing suits that have the right cut and the right silhouette.

Wear the right size.

Some women might think that the tighter it is, the sexier it looks. Others may feel that their suits must come in a larger size to hide those unwanted bulges. You must always remember that choosing the right size of swimsuit will help accentuate your curves more and helps with the overall appearance.

Look for colors that compliment your complexion.

If you are well-tanned, then choose bright, sunlit colors. This will greatly compliment your skin tone and bring the youthfulness in you. If your complexion is fair, you can go both ways - either bright colors or try the much darker colors. There are so many colors to choose from which is why you can never run out of options.

Scout for sun protective swimwear.

The good thing about swimwear these days is that they come with a value-adding feature. Look for swimwear that has UVB and UVA protection. This will help shield your skin from the harmful rays of the sun and is a great addition to applying sunscreen lotion.

Ask yourself if you can afford it.

There are lots of wonderful swimwear that don't have to cost you a ton of money to be able to wear. Choose the right swimwear that is within your budget.

Women swimsuits have gone beyond the ordinary swimwear to the most fashionable and most practical. Use these tips to help you make the right choice and still be fashionable while doing your favorite water sport.

Jay Edmond is an expert when it comes to sun protection clothing http://www.ecostinger.com and UV swimwear http://www.ecostinger.com/women-swimwear-c-24.html. To find out everything about the latest UV protection swimsuit coverups, visit http://www.ecostinger.com/swimsuit_coverups.php

The Different Ways to Use Stinger Suits

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 23:35:00 +0000

There are so many things you can do at the beach. You can surf, swim or go snorkeling. However, it is not man's real territory. No matter how pristine the waters are or how well-preserved the beach is, there would still be some elements out there that could potentially harm you. It could be the sun or those poisonous jellyfish, but whatever they are you would need protective clothing that can protect you from these harmful elements. This protective clothing can come in the form of stinger suits.

Studies have shown that stinger suits can prevent 75 percent of fatal stings from any specie of jellyfish. It has been said that these jellyfish have bags of venom that when it [embraces|envelopes] its prey with their tentacles, they could actually produce allergens or paralyze their victims. They can easily release the poison in whatever creature they come in contact with. There are seasons wherein beaches are just infested with these poisonous creatures which is why it is always advisable to wear protective swimwear.

These stingy little creatures are not the only reasons why you need to wear protective clothing. More often than not, you can find these stinger suits on the market that already have UVB and UVA protection. These clothes are really meant to be worn during the day when the heat of the sun is at its peak. They have their own protection against the sun from the special fabrics that were used to make them. You can get all of these and more in this well-ventilated and light clothing.

These suits were originally developed in Australia. This country is known for swimmers, surfers and scuba divers that spend a lot of time doing their favorite water activities. They can't help encountering these sea elements which is why they need protection from the stings of the notorious box jellyfish as well as protection from the harmful UV rays. The best thing of all is that these are clothes that are easy to wear and maintain. They are breathable, stretchable, lightweight, and quick-drying. These suits also come in different styles, colors and sizes.

You can easily go swimming in this suit. Because it is lightweight, such high-impact activities like swimming, comes easily and does not restrain fast movements. The fabric is very stretchable which is good especially when you want to practice your breast stroke, butterfly stroke or even your back stroke.

Surfing is also one activity that you can try using this protective swimwear. You don't have to worry about getting too much sun, because it is made of special fabric that has high levels of UPF. You can take advantage of those waves and not worry about getting sunburned or skin cancer.

Another fun activity to do with these suits is snorkeling. The usual [problem|dilemma] that snorkelers and divers have in the waters is getting stung by those poisonous jellyfish. Now, with the invention of these protective stinger suits, you don't have to worry about them at all.

Jay Edmond is an expert when it comes to sun protection clothing and UV swimwear. To find out everything about the latest skin protection products, visit his website at http://www.ecostinger.com

Sun Protection Clothing Plus Sizes for Women

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 19:22:00 +0000

This is a new addition to EcoStinger Rash and Surf range. Your skin is very precious, so it's good to know you can protect your skin with EcoStinger rash guard cover (blocks >97.5% of the sun's UV radiation). Our UV shirts with provide maximum UV protection in the sun, ensuring you are safer when enjoying your beach activities.

Stinger swimsuit with built-in Hood

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 19:19:00 +0000

EcoStinger stinger suit + Hood is a new class of sun protection swimwear products designed to give you the ultimate protection in a free and comfortable environment. The suit is made from superb quality chlorine resistant fabric, with UPF50+ UVA and UVB protection, 2 ways stretch, breathable, soft on the skin, and retain colors and elasticity in chlorinated and sea waters.

EcoStinger sun protection swimwear features:
- UPF50+ sun protection (blocks >97.5% of the sun's UV radiation)
- Provide protection against Jellyfish stingers
- Italian made fabric (superb quality and fashionable)
- chlorine resistance and durable (preserve colors and elasticity)
- quick drying and breathable (for more comfortable feel)
- pleasant on the skin (soft hand feel on both sides of fabric)
- perfect wearing (excellent body fit and support for all body shapes)

EcoStinger sun protection fund raising

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:18:00 +0000

EcoStinger is proud to help a number of skin cancer nonprofit organizations every year. The nonprofit organizations we support have a mission to directly impact the health, education and welfare of children who are diagnosed with skin cancer. On regular basis, EcoStinger makes a donation of products such as sun protection swimwear and sun hats to charity and individuals. Our ongoing donation programs will enable EcoStinger to support thousands of children's across the nation, and your support is vital for our ability to continue our work.

To make a donation in cash please visit http://www.firstgiving.com/ecostinger - Money donated is received by firstgiving.com and paid directly to National Foundation For Cancer Research.
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In appreciation for your support, EcoStinger will giveaway a FREE kids uv swimsuit (see image - colors may vary) for any cash donation received at http://www.firstgiving.com/ecostinger.

Christmas Offer Coupon

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 22:52:00 +0000

Receive 10% discount with Ecostinger coupon offer + Free shipping on orders over $39USD. to claim your 10% discount simply type coupon code "xmas08" in box provided when completing your checkout process. If your order reaches over $39USD you will be entitled for FREE shipping within USA.

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Skin Cancer Vaccine within grasp - latest news from Australia

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 14:51:00 +0000

Former Australian of the Year Professor Ian Frazer is on the verge of creating the world's first skin cancer vaccine.
The pioneering scientist, who discovered a vaccine for cervical cancer, has revealed the skin cancer vaccine could be ready within the next five to 10 years, News Limited reports.
Prof Frazer envisages the vaccine could be given to millions of children between the ages of 10 and 12.
Human trials are expected to begin next year after testing on animals was shown to be successful.
Professor Frazer will reveal the progress of his ground-breaking work at the Australian Health and Medical Research Congress in Brisbane.
"If we can get encouraging results we will try and push it on as fast as we can," Prof Frazer told News Limited.
"It's really a given that we try to focus on health problems that are significant ones."
More than 380,000 Australians are diagnosed with skin cancer, with 1600 people per year dying of the disease

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Women Skin Care A Class on Its Own

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:50:00 +0000

All skin care is not created equally! Women s skin care differs from that of children and men, and among women, skin care even differs at various stages of life.

A woman s appearance on the outside is generally a good indication of whats going on inside her body. Poor nutrition, unhealthy lifestyle choices and stress all contribute to the overall poor health of the skin. Bad habits such as smoking and consuming high-fat, high-salt diets deprive the body of the important nutrients skin needs.

Women have a tendency to retain water, causing skin to look and feel more bloated. To keep water retention under control, its important for women to limit the amount of salt in their diets.

Men are gaining ground but still, women are more likely to undergo skin treatment procedures. Augmentation, dermabrasion and laser treatments all will change the skin s appearance but too much will ultimately wreak havoc. Always weigh the risks versus the benefits before going under the knife.

Besides emotional ups and downs, wildly fluctuating hormones during pregnancy and menopause can cause changes in a woman s skin.

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Skin Aging And Wrinkles - Women Sun Protection

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:06:00 +0000

Skin aging and wrinkles are a person's two worst enemies. Although there is little one can do to prevent these signs of aging, there are ways to delay their appearance.

Skin care for anti-aging and wrinkles

Keeping skin clean and moist is the best skin care regime for anti aging and wrinkles. Its better than most of the higher-priced solutions that promise to end wrinkling. Wash with warm water and gentle cleaner and pat skin dry so some moisture remains. Hot water and harsh soaps deplete skin of essential oils and increase dryness. Also avoid products with dyes or perfumes which may further irritate skin. Gently remove eye makeup as the skin surrounding the eyes is very delicate and prone to wrinkling. And there you have it; simple, inexpensive skin care for anti-aging and wrinkles.

Aging is an unstoppable process and unfortunately, so are wrinkles. So protect your skin by living a healthy lifestyle. protect your skin from the sun's UV radiation. Eat right, exercise, don't smoke and avoid excess alcohol consumption.

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Tips for Providing Maximum Sun Protection

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:43:00 +0000

When applied according to the product instructions, sunscreens provide maximum protection from the sun damaging ultraviolet rays. Always be sure to choose a SPF (sun protection factor) that offers the maximum protection for your skin type. But remember that no product will work if you fail to apply it every time you go outside. For around the clock skin protection, UPF sun protection clothing could be the answer. The maximum rating which blocks over 97.5% of the sun UV radiation is UPF50+; make sure you get a certification tag with your sun protection clothing item.

The sun can reflect off many different surfaces including sand, snow and cement and UV rays are present even on cloudy days. With these facts in mind, the best way to provide maximum sun protection is to develop a habit of applying your sun protection sunscreen products whenever you go outside, reapplying them as often as necessary, ad wear sun protection clothing with UPF50+ UV rating.

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Baby And Kids Skin Protection

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 20:46:00 +0000

Baby skin care is more about avoiding diaper rash than preventing acne, but regardless, it's an important topic. Proper baby skin care can mean the difference between a happy baby and one that's constantly complaining.

General guidelines and tips on baby skin care and protection

Start life off right by protecting your baby from ultraviolet radiation exposure. Keep infants out of direct sunlight during the first few months. If you do go outside, be sure to cover the baby's skin with certified sun protection clothing (UPF50+ sun clothing is the highest sun protection you can get), a sun hat and baby sunglasses. Turn that into a habit and teach your child the importance of doing so as he or she grows older. Sunscreen products shouldn't be applied until the baby is 6 months old, but after that, they're absolutely necessary. Take care when riding in cars and when out for a stroll.

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How Safe Are You In Your Regular Clothing!

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 20:41:00 +0000

You may feel that wearing normal clothing can protect you from the sun UV radiation; but this is not true. Not all sunscreens provide the same sun protection - sunscreen UV protection is measured in SPF: Sun Protection Factor, and not all sunglasses provide the same eye protection - eye UV protection is measured in EPF: Eye Protection Factor; the same applies to clothing which is measured in UPF: Ultraviolet Protection Factor. Therefore, it is very important to make sure the type of sun protection clothing or UV swimwear you use on the beach have been tested and certified to offer the highest UPF rating of UPF50+, blocks over 97.5% of the sun UV radiation.

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Do You Have The Right UV Protection Gear For Summer?

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 06:21:00 +0000

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in USA. According to the National Cancer Institute About one million Americans develop skin cancer each year.
The sun UV radiation provide all the necessary elements to damage your skin and eventually cause skin cancer.

The best way to prevent skin cancer caused by UV radiation is to protect yourself from the sun. Also, it is very important to protect children, since research has found that most sun damage happens from an early age.

It is best to wear sun protective clothing when exposed to the sun, and specially when swimming, and use sunscreen on exposed skin whenever you can.
Also, you should be aware of UV radiation which can be reflected by sand, water, snow, and ice. UV radiation can go through light clothing, windshields, windows, and clouds. Wear long sleeves and long pants, a hat with a wide brim, and sunglasses that absorb UV.
Use sunscreen lotions (at least SPF15) where possible.

The most common place where you can be over-exposed to the sun UV radiation is on the beach, therefore a special type of sun clothing is required which can give you the right skin protection and the freedom you expect to feel when spending your day swimming, sailing, surfing or simply walking on the sands.

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Sunscreen Isn t Enough - Protect Skin With Sun Protection Clothing

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 18:31:00 +0000

Every year, millions of people head outdoors as soon as the weather warms up. Sports, family gatherings and even work can take us outside and into the potentially harmful rays of the sun. If we don t keep ourselves protected from the sun, we may end up with skin damage, eye damage and even harmful skin cancer.

Sunscreen is a great tool to help prevent sun damage, but it is not enough on its own. When you spend any amount of time in the sun, it is essential to wear protective clothing and sunscreen to minimize the effects of the sun s ultraviolet rays. While most of us are familiar with sunscreens and how to choose the right sunscreen for different types of skin, not many of us know how to pick out UV protective clothing.

Choosing the Right Sun Protection Clothing

The first thing to keep in mind when picking out sun protection clothing is how its effectiveness is measured. Sunscreen is measured by sun protection factor. This number measures the amount of time that it will take for exposed skin to get red. Eye protection factor is the rating that establishes the amount of eye protection provided from eyewear. Sun protection clothing, however, is measured in ultraviolet protection factor. This number measures how much ultraviolet radiation can penetrate the fabric and reach the skin. This rating is based on the weight of the material, the tightness of the weave and how much skin the clothing protects.

Some fabrics have a naturally high ultraviolet protection factor, while others are treated with special chemicals to increase the amount of sun protection they offer. Because of this, some sun protection clothing can lose its effectiveness over time. Replacing your sun protection clothing often ensures that it is effectively blocking harmful rays.

The higher the ultraviolet protection factor number, the more protection you will get from that garment. An ultraviolet protection factor of 10 provides significantly less protection than a garment with a factor of 50. When purchasing sun protection clothing, look for the highest ultraviolet protection factor available. Also try to purchase only sun protection clothing that is certified by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency. The ARPNSA is the world leader in ultraviolet protection testing.

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Sun Protection Messages and Children Safety

noreply@blogger.com (EcoStinger) — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:35:00 +0000

The sun uv radiation is damaging to your skin and that of your loved ones! Over exposure to ultraviolet radiation can cause short term health effects such as sunburn, wrinkles and sun spots; and long term exposure to ultraviolet radiation can increase the risk of damage to the skin which may cause skin cancer and eventually Melanoma, as well as damage to the eyes which may result in cataracts. The risk for Children is even greater at young age.

This message has been repeated by government and private health organizations in the hope it will raise awareness amongst parents and personnel responsible for children during their outdoor activities. Below are some important sun protection messages, which we hope will be useful and aid you in providing adequate UV protection for your kids. Please take your time reading and sharing with your community, your family members and friends;

Children below age 15 have sensitive skin and eyes, therefore extended sun exposure increases the risk of skin cancer later in life and can cause serious damage to the eye and the skin. Encourage your children to use sun protection swim wear if on the beach; UV protective clothing and sun hat when outdoor; and importantly to take a break in the shade when possible, especially during middays, the result will be healthier and younger looking skin throughout their lives.

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