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Sun Safety and Skin Protection

Sun safety and skin protection are crucial for maintaining healthy skin and preventing skin cancer. At CHOC, we understand the importance of protecting children's delicate skin from harmful UV rays. Our team of dermatologists and pediatricians are dedicated to educating families on the best practices for sun safety and skin protection. From proper sunscreen application to protective clothing, we are committed to keeping children safe in the sun.

Learn more about Sun Safety and Skin Protection at choc.org

Sun Safety and Skin Protection Resources from CHOC

TOPIC GUIDE

young girl putting on sunscreen

TOPIC GUIDE

Sun Safety and Skin Protection

Two little girls play and swim in the pool

ARTICLE

A pediatrician shares the most common pool mistakes families make

ARTICLE

The scoop on sun protection: Understanding UV safety

PODCAST

Children’s UV safety: What families should know

Preteen washes face - skincare routine for preteens and teens

ARTICLE

Best skin care routines for preteens

Teen washes face - skincare routine advice for preteens and teens

PRINTABLE ARTICLE

The easy, 3-step skin care routine for preteens and teens

parent puts sunscreen on child at the beach - sun allergies and other skin reactions to the sun in kids. Tips to avoid skin-related reactions to the sun in kids.

ARTICLE

Preventing sun-related skin reactions in kids

PRINTABLE ARTICLE

Sun Safety

little girl drinking water on the beach

ARTÍCULO IMPRIMIBLE

La seguridad bajo el sol

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ARTICLE

Summer safety tips from your pediatrician

mother applies sunscreen to daughters face at the beach

ARTICLE

Preventing skin reactions to the sun in kids

teen boy holding his back because he has a sunburn

ARTICLE

A Pediatrician’s Tips for Sunburn Remedies

little girl with sunglasses and a hat applying sunscreen to her face

ARTICLE

Summer Safety: What’s in Sunscreen?

little girl with bottle of sunscreen putting it on

ARTICLE

6 Summer Sun Safety Tips

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ARTICLE

Heatstroke Awareness Month

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