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Infant Sunscreen and Sun ProtectionInfant SunscreenSun exposure and particularly sunburn before age 15 are strongly associated with melanoma and other forms of skin cancer. Exposure to UV light is highest near the equator, at high altitudes, during midday (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.), and where light is reflected off water or snow. In fant sunscreens (or sun blocks), either physical (titanium or zinc oxides) or chemical, at least SPF 15 and providing protection from both UVA and UVB, should be applied as directed, especially after sweating and water exposure. If both infant sunscreen and insect repellent are applied separately or as a combined product, the efficacy of the infant sunscreen is diminished by one third, and covering attire should be worn or time in the sun decreased accordingly. Hats and sunglasses also reduce sun injury to skin and eyes. Babies younger than 6 months of age require extra protection from the sun because of their thinner and more sensitive skin; severe sunburn for this age group is considered a medical emergency. Babies should be kept in the shade and wear clothing that covers the entire body; a minimal amount of infant sunscreen can be applied to small exposed areas, including the infant’s face and hands. However, in general, infant sunscreens are generally recommended for use in children older than 6 months of age. SOURCE: US Department of Human Health and Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Visit the Babies Travel Lite Travel Guide for more helpful travel tips and other useful travel information.
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