National Stay Out of the Sun Day
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Celebrate National Stay Out of the Sun Day - put on sunscreen and hats, and enjoy the shade with a cool drink and some fun activities!
Celebrate National Stay Out of the Sun Day on July 3 by taking extra precautions to protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays! This day was first celebrated in 2005 with the purpose of raising awareness about how overexposure to ultraviolet radiation can cause serious health problems. It's a great opportunity to remind yourself and others that sunscreen, hats, clothing and sunglasses are essential when outdoors.
Pick out your favorite movie, pop some popcorn, and enjoy a good movie from the comfort of your own home.
Most cities have an indoor amusement park where you can ride roller coasters, play games, and much more without having to worry about the sun.
Indoor water parks are fun for all ages and are a great way to beat the heat without having to worry about the UV rays.
Grab some friends and get ready for a day full of fun with board games like Monopoly, Scrabble and much more!
Grab some blankets and lunch supplies, then head into your living room for a picnic. Enjoy the food, conversation and company without ever having to step outside.
Spending time indoors during National Stay Out of the Sun Day helps protect your skin from the damaging rays of the sun. UVA and UVB rays can cause premature aging, skin cancer, and other long term health issues that could possibly be avoided with diligent protection.
Sunburns are painful and can last for days or weeks. They can also increase your risk of getting skin cancer in the future. Staying out of the sun on National Stay Out of the Sun Day is a great way to practice safe sun exposure and minimize your chances of getting a nasty burn!
National Stay Out of the Sun Day encourages people to take part in alternative activities inside rather than out in the sun. This is a great way for people to take control of their own destiny by leading an active lifestyle away from harmful rays and spending more quality family or me time indoors.