You don’t have to be on holiday to risk sun damage. Even on cloudy days, UV rays can harm your skin and increase the risk of skin cancer.
🧴 Top tips
• Use sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and 4-star UVA protection
• Reapply every 2 hours and after swimming
• Wear a hat, sunglasses and stay in the shade between 11am and 3pm
Find out more about sun safety on the NHS website
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety
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Date published: 13th August, 2025
Date last updated: 13th August, 2025