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  A DERMATOLOGIST’S ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE BEST SUNSCREENS FOR KIDS By David Fieleke, MD, FAAD Ensuring our children are protected from the sun’s harmful rays should be a top priority for every parent. With so many sunscreen options available, I know it can be overwhelming to choose the right one. Fear not! In this comprehensive guide, I’ll explore the best sunscreens for kids – ones that I’m happy to use both as a dad and a board-certified dermatologist and skin cancer surgeon. Importance of Sun Protection for Kids Before getting into specific sunscreen recommendations, it’s crucial to understand why sun protection is vital for children. Young, delicate skin is more susceptible to sunburn and long-term damage from UV radiation. Having more than five sunburns DOUBLES your risk for melanoma. (1) And sun damage is cumulative – about 23 percent of lifetime exposure occurs before the age of 18. (2) Sunscreens play a pivotal role in safeguarding their skin against harmful effects, includ...
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Skip to Main Content JOHNS HOPKINS MEDICIN Health Close  Main Menu Home   Health   Wellness and Prevention 9 Tips to Help Kids Keep Safe During Summer Kids' and Teens' Health Children look forward to the summer months, when a break from school gives them a chance to enjoy the outdoors, travel and relax with friends and family. However, it’s important to ensure that children stay safe while they’re having fun in the sun. Specialists from  Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital  and  Johns Hopkins Children’s Center  offer nine recommendations for keeping kids safe this summer season. Continue to Practice Hand Hygiene "Although cold and flu season is behind us, encouraging your kids to practice good hand hygiene throughout the year will help to keep them healthier no matter the season,"  says  Allison Messina , chief of  infectious disease at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital . “This is why it’s important to properly wash your hands for ...
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