Live Sunsmart- Ray Festa Melanoma Foundation

Live Sunsmart- Ray Festa Melanoma Foundation The official page of the Live SunSmart Foundation formerly the Ray Festa Melanoma Foundation. http://www.LiveSunSmart.org

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1) AWARENESS/EDUCATION:
Wellness is essential and is based on prevention and early detection - on being informed and on being smart - SunSmart


2) PREVENTION:
The best solution for skin cancer is to prevent getting it in the first place – highly curable when detected early, lethal if it metastasizes.


3) INCIDENCE ON THE RISE:
Melanoma is

increasing in incidence at a faster rate than any other cancer – only a few years ago it used to be 1 in 1000 people were afflicted now it is 1 in 150

4) ENCOURAGE FUN IN THE SUN:
The sun is a natural and healthy part of our lives – we just need to learn how to live with it – we encourage a healthy outdoor lifestyle but want you to treat the sun with respect – Live SunSmart


5) BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION:
Change behavior to make the application of sunscreen a normal part of your daily routine – like brushing your teeth - all seasons, all places to everyone children, teens and adults

05/31/2019

Join us tonight for a SunSmart Fashion Show

08/05/2018

Keeping your skin safe from the sun this summer doesn't have to be a hassle. These easy trips for flawless sunscreen application will keep your skin healthy—and your burns at bay.

Obviously, the shrinking of the Indoor Suntanning industry is reflective of the awareness and education brought forth by...
08/04/2018

Obviously, the shrinking of the Indoor Suntanning industry is reflective of the awareness and education brought forth by many. Let's keep up the good work and not stop until sunscreen is available everywhere and nobody will go outside at anytime without protection. We love the sun, but need to treat it with respect and as with all thing - in moderation.

In July, the Indoor Tanning Association Board of Directors voted to end operations and dissolve the corporation. Although it was a necessary decision, I’m reminded at this moment of all that was accom

Great tips here including the application of sunscreen - remember there are 11 parts of your body www.livesunsmart.org/i...
07/01/2018

Great tips here including the application of sunscreen - remember there are 11 parts of your body www.livesunsmart.org/instructions that need two finger-lengths of sunscreen - do not rub it in and apply 20 before going outside and then again every 2 hours.

Forgetting to reapply sunscreen isn’t the only thing damaging your skin

Sunscreen should become a part of your daily routine.  How often do you reapply? Check this article for reasons why you ...
05/28/2018

Sunscreen should become a part of your daily routine. How often do you reapply? Check this article for reasons why you should carry it with you. We have worked with Dr Leffell and applaud his diligence.

Experts recommend carrying a bottle of sunscreen around with you, even on cloudy or rainy summer days. But just because you put on sunscreen in the morning doesn't mean you're safe to be out all day. Here's how often you need to reapply to get full protection.

O'Donnell had several of the risk factors for melanoma, including family history, fair skin, moles and indoor tanning be...
05/01/2018

O'Donnell had several of the risk factors for melanoma, including family history, fair skin, moles and indoor tanning bed exposure.

As summer approaches, the "CBS This Morning" co-host is sharing the story of her stunning and scary melanoma diagnosis

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