Senior Spotlight: Bright Days Are Here

April is here, Easter is upon us and the Bay Area has already experienced two heat waves. If you follow our blog, then you know what that means – it’s time to shine our focus on sun safety! While we all inherently know by now about the damaging effects of UV rays, we tend to demonstrate less caution in the sun as we age. Many of us figure ‘it’s already too late’ or the time we spend outdoors 'is not enough to hurt.'

But the reality is that sun exposure is cumulative, skin cancer rates are highest in seniors, and many medications can increase our sensitivities. That’s why this week we are sharing our 3 best blogs on seniors & sun safety below. Enjoy! 

The Sun Keeps Rising

In the spirit of keeping it simple, this blog reveals 3 super simple tips to keep seniors sun safe. It also provides a link to a highly informative piece by the Skin Cancer Foundation on “Why Seniors Can’t Skip UV Protection.” If your self-proclaimed spring break only includes one beach read – this is it! 

Sun Exposure Matters – At All Ages

According to the CDC, less than half of older adults protect their skin from the sun when outside for an hour or more. Yet skin cancer rates are highest among older adults! Learn why saying yes to sun protection matters at all ages (it’s never too late), plus read about skin cancer and longevity, skin self-checks & more. 

The Sunbelt Isn’t For Everyone

This blog is less about the effects of those UV rays and more about the effects of heat plus home prices. Read why the mid-west is becoming a competing retirement spot for older adults and where the population shift is occurring in regard to weather. 

We hope you found something useful in these reads and encourage you to pass them along. May we all support each other in staying safe in the sun and in every season!

Warm wishes 😉,

Bobbi 

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