What I Can Do
Directions:Read each statement carefully and discuss your answer briefly. Give at least 2 practices for each question. Write you answer in your Science Journal.
1. Too much exposure to the sun can damage your skin. What should you do to protect your skin from sunburn?
A. ______________________________
B. ______________________________
2. One of the most dangerous diseases of Integumentary system is skin cancer. What would you do to avoid skin cancer? A. ______________________________
B. ______________________________
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Answer:
1.Always wear sunscreen. Apply it on your skin every day. ...Avoid sun in the middle of the day, from about 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The ultraviolet rays, which cause sunburn, are strongest during this time.Wear protective clothing. ...Wear sunglasses that filter UV light.
2.You can reduce your risk of skin cancer by limiting or avoiding exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Checking your skin for suspicious changes can help detect skin cancer at its earliest stages. Early detection of skin cancer gives you the greatest chance for successful skin cancer treatment.