FILM PROTECTION

Skin cancer is no longer just a summer problem. Most of the damage done to your skin happens by the age of 20, according to the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. Skincancer.org reports that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer at some point in their life.

Protection is the key, and one way to protect yourself is window film. “Many people don’t think about the sun damage that can be coming through their windows when sitting by a window at home, at work, or while driving,” says Darrell Smith, executive director of the International Window Film Association. “Professionally installed window film offers a high-tech and cost-effective way to help protect both skin and eyes.”

The association’s press release also offered these tips for reducing the risk of skin cancer:

• Take advantage of free skin cancer screenings offered at local hospitals, health fairs, and community events.

• Put sunscreen on even on cloudy days and be sure to use the correct amount—1 ounce, roughly the size of your palm.