- Did you know that your skin tanning is your body's way of protecting you from the sun's damaging rays? The tan may fade - but the damage to your skin cells remain and add up over time. 


- Did you know that UV rays can damage your eyes? Unprotected exposure to UV rays can result in cataracts! Ensure your sunglasses have a UV rated lens. 


- Did you know that the most hazardous time of the day for UV radiation is from 11AM - 4PM? 


NOW YOU DO. 

© Material developed by Toronto Public Health 2004 – Reviewed and revised 2008