A sun-drenched stretch begins today, with sun strength hitting 5-6 for the first time this year from noon to 3 p.m. Skin can burn in just 20 minutes during these hours. Expect UV index 5-6 (moderate) for the rest of the week. KWF Kankerbestrijding, the Dutch experts in cancer prevention, urges everyone to recognize sunburn risks on these bright days—especially in childhood, as it raises skin cancer odds later in life. Skin cancer is the Netherlands' most common cancer, with over 55,000 diagnoses annually.
Enjoy the sunshine while safeguarding your skin and your children's. Follow these proven tips:
– Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30+) to yourself and kids 30 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply every two hours or after swimming/sweating.
– Cover up with long-sleeved shirts, wide-brim hats, and UV-protective sunglasses.
– Seek shade during peak hours: noon to 3 p.m., when UV rays are strongest.
In short: sunscreen, cover up, stay shaded.
Discover more tips for protecting your baby here, and learn how the sun impacts your body—the good, the bad, and the essential precautions here.
