Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer there is, especially for the beach culture we have in Southern California nearly all year around. The fact is, if you have had a history of sunburn, chances are you are at a higher risk of developing skin cancer. According to the skin cancer foundation, there are steps that you can take to dramatically increase your chances to prevent skin cancer altogether.
For example, avoid the sun as much as possible during peak sun hours, which is typically between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Whether you must stay indoors or find shades outside, the ultraviolet rays are the strongest and it is best to avoid it. However, if you must be outdoors, always remember to apply sunscreen to your entire body, ideally 30 minutes prior to going outside. In addition, the sunscreen should always be rated SPF 15 or higher. It never hurts to perform a self-examination every month for moles or other irregularities. Lastly, be sure to visit your doctor each year for a professional exam also!
No matter if the senior is staying at home or going out for activities, our caregivers at A-1 Home Care are here to provide you with the service you are looking for to allow seniors to continue to age in place without moving to another facility. We emphasize on experience first with all the caregivers, they must be certified in First Aid and CPR in case of any emergency. Our home care professionals are highly skilled and are flexible to provide excellent service in Arthritis Care, Parkinson’s Care, Hospice Care, Diabetes Care, Special Needs Care, and other Senior Care Services. We are confident that you will receive the best caregiver you can look for. So if you live near the cities of Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, Culver City, Century City, Beverly Hills, Hollywood, and others, we can be your trusted source for in-home care.
Call us at (949) 650-3800 or (562) 929-8400 to find out more or visit us at https://www.a-1homecare.com/ for more information.
