{"id":2632,"date":"2024-09-01T11:28:48","date_gmt":"2024-09-01T10:28:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/?p=2632"},"modified":"2024-09-01T11:28:48","modified_gmt":"2024-09-01T10:28:48","slug":"sunguarding-sport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/sunguarding-sport\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunguarding Sport"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"boldgrid-section\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-12 col-md-12 col-xs-12 col-sm-12\">\n<h1 class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Supporter_Twitter_1024x512.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2633 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Supporter_Twitter_1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Supporter_Twitter_1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Supporter_Twitter_1024x512-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Supporter_Twitter_1024x512-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/h1>\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OK-Sun-Protection-Accredited-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2637 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OK-Sun-Protection-Accredited-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OK-Sun-Protection-Accredited-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OK-Sun-Protection-Accredited-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OK-Sun-Protection-Accredited-Logo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OK-Sun-Protection-Accredited-Logo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OK-Sun-Protection-Accredited-Logo-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OK-Sun-Protection-Accredited-Logo-2048x2048.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2634 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-2048x2048.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/> &nbsp; <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2636 size-thumbnail alignleft\" style=\"color: var(--color-neutral-text-contrast); outline-color: transparent !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-Outdoors-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-Outdoors-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-Outdoors-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sunguarding-Outdoors-Logo.png 516w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/> &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; <\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2635\" style=\"color: var(--color-neutral-text-contrast);\" src=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/1725184956530-08a51bb2-d1c7-4b6d-8acf-ca408949eb16_1-300x213.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"213\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/1725184956530-08a51bb2-d1c7-4b6d-8acf-ca408949eb16_1-300x213.png 300w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/1725184956530-08a51bb2-d1c7-4b6d-8acf-ca408949eb16_1-768x545.png 768w, https:\/\/spr.training\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/1725184956530-08a51bb2-d1c7-4b6d-8acf-ca408949eb16_1.png 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column\">\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Overexposure to the sun\u2019s UV rays can cause sunburn, skin and eye damage and skin cancer, the most common form of cancer in the UK. The good news is that this is all mainly preventable, with adequate sun protection.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column\">\n<h3 class=\"\"><strong>Individuals<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">If you enjoy outdoor sport, good sun protection habits should be part of your health &amp; safety routines. Our guidelines will provide you with a better understanding of the facts, and how to mitigate the risks, preparing you for activity, whilst keeping you sun safe.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column\">\n<h3 class=\"\"><strong>Groups<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">Outdoor sports clubs, groups and organisations have a duty of care to provide and maintain a safe environment for participants, officials, and coaches and this includes sun protection. Our resources, including our downloadable toolkit provides posters, leaflets and digital materials will help you raise awareness at the right time and place.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Select your activity below and adopt a few new habits into your summer routines.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row gradient style-color-wayh-bg row-container with-parallax has-dividers\" id=\"sunguarding_suntime\" data-section=\"5\">\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding-angling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ANGLING<\/a>&nbsp; &nbsp;|&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding-sport\/archery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ARCHERY<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding-outdoors-beach-soccer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BEACH SOCCER<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/blind-sport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BLIND SPORT<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/american-football\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BRITISH AMERICAN FOOTBALL<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class=\"cursor-init\" href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding-Paddlesport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PADDLESPORT<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class=\"cursor-init\" href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/disabed-sport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DISABLED SPORT<\/a>&nbsp; &nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding-doorstep-sport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DOORSTEP SPORT<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/equestrian\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EQUESTRIAN SPORT<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/mountaineering\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MOUNTAINEERING<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/ocean-cruising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SAILING AND CRUISING<\/a>&nbsp; &nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class=\"cursor-init\" href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/open-water-swimming\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OPEN WATER SWIMMING<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/rounders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ROUNDERS<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class=\"cursor-init\" href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding-rowing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ROWING<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/rugby\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RUGBY<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/running\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RUNNING<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding\/snowsports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SNOW SPORTS<\/a>&nbsp; |&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sunguarding-sport\/watersports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WATERSPORTS<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"row single-top-padding single-bottom-padding single-h-padding limit-width row-parent\" data-imgready=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light animate_when_almost_visible zoom-in start_animation\" data-delay=\"200\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap \">\n<div class=\"heading-text el-text\">\n<h2>FREE Online Training &#8211;<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/sun-and-heat-protection-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sunguarding &#8211; Sun and heat protection course<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"fontsize-177670 fontspace-157032 font-weight-400 text-color-xsdn-color\">Sun time<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row col-double-gutter row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-dark\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649865675686\">\n<ul>\n<li>It is easy to plan a 10-minute training session, which then turns into a couple of hours \u2013 and sunburn \u2013 so get into the habit of applying sunscreen before you start an activity.<\/li>\n<li>Sun protection is recommended from March until October, with the early days of spring a prime time for sunburn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-dark\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649926432364\">\n<ul>\n<li>The sun\u2019s ultraviolet (UV) radiation can\u2019t be seen or felt. Whatever the weather, it\u2019s important for people of all skin types to use sun protection whenever the UV index is 3 or above.<\/li>\n<li>UV rays penetrate cloud and haze. The weather can also fluctuate and catch you out, so always be sun prepared for outdoor activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode-divider-wrap uncode-divider-wrap-bottom z_index_0 uncode-divider-relative uncode-divider-flip\" data-height=\"120\" data-unit=\"px\"><svg version=\"1.1\" class=\"uncode-row-divider uncode-row-divider-hills-opacity\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"240px\" height=\"24px\" viewBox=\"0 0 240 24\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 240 24\" xml:space=\"preserve\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path fill=\"#ffffff\" fill-opacity=\"0.33\" d=\"M209.18,9.257c-10.176,0.18-24.004,1.61-34.697,5.44 c-5.518,1.972-13.545,4.41-20.645,5.882c-7.002,1.479-10.225,1.581-12.861,1.87c-5.879,0.609-13.358-0.1-19.551-1.27 c-6.133-1.221-18.364-5.722-26.025-8.652C75.771,4.677,60.771,1.696,45.532,0.436c-6.123-0.5-12.603-0.86-26.763,0.62 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class=\"vc_row row-container\" id=\"sunguarding_sunscreen\" data-section=\"6\">\n<div class=\"row double-top-padding double-bottom-padding single-h-padding limit-width row-parent\" data-imgready=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light animate_when_almost_visible zoom-in start_animation\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-12 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap \">\n<div class=\"heading-text el-text\">\n<h2 class=\"fontsize-177670 fontspace-157032 font-weight-400\">Sunscreen<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1651491845347\">\n<ul>\n<li>Use an SPF30+ broad-spectrum product, paying special attention to your ears, nose and other areas which are prone to burning.<\/li>\n<li>If your grip is important, use a sunscreen applicator or keep a small towel or alcohol wipe handy, as these are good ways to avoid greasy hands.<\/li>\n<li>To avoid product running or sweating into eyes, apply a non-greasy formulation 20 minutes before any activity.<\/li>\n<li>If using technical protective equipment, be sure to apply a non-greasy sunscreen formulation in advance to avoid the product compromising effectiveness.<\/li>\n<li>Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours, or more often if you are prone to excessive perspiration or are around water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_child col-lg-6 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649846390316\">\n<ul>\n<li>Wraparound sunglasses are great for sport as they provide a more secure fit and offer the best all-round protection.<\/li>\n<li>Apply a generous amount of sunscreen, which is a little more than you think, and take time to rub it in.<\/li>\n<li>Perspiration can remove even a \u2018once a day\u2019 product, so remember to re-apply it during the day.<\/li>\n<li>Hands are highly exposed and vulnerable to the sun, so remember to reapply sunscreen after washing.<\/li>\n<li>Most sunscreens have a three-year shelf life, but the more the bottle is opened and closed, the more likely contamination can enter the bottle and hasten degradation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row gradient style-color-wayh-bg row-container with-parallax has-dividers\" id=\"sunguarding_protective_clothing\" data-section=\"7\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"row-background background-element\">\n<div class=\"background-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"block-bg-overlay style-color-vyce-bg\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode-divider-wrap uncode-divider-wrap-top z_index_0 uncode-divider-relative\" data-height=\"120\" 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start_animation\" data-delay=\"200\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center column_child col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap \">\n<div class=\"heading-text el-text\">\n<h2 class=\"fontsize-177670 fontspace-157032 font-weight-400 text-color-xsdn-color\">Protective clothing<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row col-double-gutter row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-dark\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1651492033049\">\n<ul>\n<li>Always wear a hat. Your forehead, scalp and ears are vulnerable areas, so wear something with a legionnaire flap at the back or ideally a wide brim.<\/li>\n<li>Caps and visors may not provide adequate sun protection to the lower face, ears and neck but can be used in combination with sunscreen.<\/li>\n<li>Where possible, wear clothing that protects arms and legs; ideally, choose garments with a tight weave as these offer the best protection.<\/li>\n<li>When the day heats up, it is a natural impulse to remove clothing, which can mean exposing skin that has not been sun-protected, so re-apply sunscreen to these areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-dark\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649926094335\">\n<ul>\n<li>Sun-protective clothing and hats should be included as part of on and off-field kit for officials and volunteers.<\/li>\n<li>Tops should be lightweight and made from tight weave material and have long sleeves.<\/li>\n<li>Where sports kit does not provide adequate sun protection, participants should be reminded to apply SPF30+ broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen to all exposed skin and wear clothing whilst not participating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode-divider-wrap uncode-divider-wrap-bottom z_index_0 uncode-divider-relative uncode-divider-flip\" data-height=\"120\" data-unit=\"px\"><svg version=\"1.1\" class=\"uncode-row-divider uncode-row-divider-hills-opacity\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"240px\" height=\"24px\" viewBox=\"0 0 240 24\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 240 24\" 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d=\"M138.75,22.619c-5.43,0.561-12.344-0.061-18.125-1.061c-5.654-1.01-17.017-4.811-24.116-7.291 C78.34,7.667,64.438,5.167,50.312,4.087c-5.664-0.431-11.685-0.721-24.814,0.53C12.358,5.847,0,9.847,0,9.847V24h240v-6.212 c0,0-17.285-6.67-38.018-6.23c-9.404,0.14-22.295,1.37-32.178,4.581c-5.099,1.649-12.539,3.721-19.121,4.971 C144.17,22.359,141.191,22.43,138.75,22.619z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row row-container\" id=\"sunguarding_shade\" data-section=\"8\">\n<div class=\"row double-top-padding double-bottom-padding single-h-padding limit-width row-parent\" data-imgready=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light animate_when_almost_visible zoom-in start_animation\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-12 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap \">\n<div class=\"heading-text el-text\">\n<h2 class=\"fontsize-177670 fontspace-157032 font-weight-400\">Shade<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649865560655\">\n<ul>\n<li>When not actively playing, between individual events or whilst spectating, participants should seek shade.<\/li>\n<li>Where there is insufficient natural or built shade, temporary shade structures should be provided, or participants are notified to bring their own e.g., gazebos or umbrellas.<\/li>\n<li>Shade from buildings, trees and other structures can be used where possible (e.g., for player interchange, marshalling areas, spectator areas), but be aware that the sun moves!<\/li>\n<li>Ensure marshalling, interchange and presentation ceremony areas are protected by shade.<\/li>\n<li>Where shade is not possible, participants and officials should regularly rotate to cooler, shaded areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_child col-lg-6 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649846687346\">\n<ul>\n<li>Not only does shade give you a reprieve from the heat, but it can also help to protect you from the sun\u2019s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.<\/li>\n<li>As a general rule, the more open sky one can see from under a shade structure, the higher one\u2019s exposure to indirect UV rays.<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"x_highlight\"><span class=\"x_size\">Seeking shade plus using sunscreen or wearing sun-protective clothing is the best practice to limit cancer-inducing sun damage.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"x_highlight\"><span class=\"x_size\">Trees and awnings may provide shade when the sun is overhead, but less as it rises and sets, allowing UV rays to hit you from different angles.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row gradient style-color-wayh-bg row-container with-parallax has-dividers\" id=\"sunguarding_extreme_heat\" data-section=\"9\">\n<div class=\"row-background background-element\">\n<div class=\"background-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"background-inner\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-bg-overlay style-color-vyce-bg\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode-divider-wrap uncode-divider-wrap-top z_index_0 uncode-divider-relative\" data-height=\"120\" data-unit=\"px\"><svg version=\"1.1\" class=\"uncode-row-divider uncode-row-divider-hills-opacity\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"240px\" height=\"24px\" viewBox=\"0 0 240 24\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 240 24\" xml:space=\"preserve\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path fill=\"#ffffff\" 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C78.34,7.667,64.438,5.167,50.312,4.087c-5.664-0.431-11.685-0.721-24.814,0.53C12.358,5.847,0,9.847,0,9.847V24h240v-6.212 c0,0-17.285-6.67-38.018-6.23c-9.404,0.14-22.295,1.37-32.178,4.581c-5.099,1.649-12.539,3.721-19.121,4.971 C144.17,22.359,141.191,22.43,138.75,22.619z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"row single-top-padding single-bottom-padding single-h-padding limit-width row-parent\" data-imgready=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light animate_when_almost_visible zoom-in start_animation\" data-delay=\"200\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap \">\n<div class=\"heading-text el-text\">\n<h2 class=\"fontsize-177670 fontspace-157032 font-weight-400 text-color-xsdn-color\">Extreme heat (for organisers)<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Temperatures of 30\u00b0C and above are too hot for very physical activities, with risks of heatstroke and severe dehydration. Where possible, activities should be scheduled to minimize exposure to UV and extreme heat.<br \/>\nWhen it is not possible, the following measures can help minimise risks:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row col-double-gutter row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-dark\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649846782857\">\n<ul>\n<li>Warm-up activities are limited in duration and intensity.<\/li>\n<li>The duration of the activity is reduced.<\/li>\n<li>Activities start earlier in the morning or later in the evening.<\/li>\n<li>Rest breaks and opportunities to seek shade, rehydrate and reapply sunscreen are increased.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-dark\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649846805527\">\n<ul>\n<li>Officials are allowed to rotate out of the sun and into shade.<\/li>\n<li>Player interchange and substitution is used more frequently than usual.<\/li>\n<li>Activity is held at an alternative venue with more shade.<\/li>\n<li>Officials and coaches lead by example by wearing sun-protective clothing and hats, applying sunscreen, and seeking shade whenever possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode-divider-wrap 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class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light animate_when_almost_visible zoom-in start_animation\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-12 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap \">\n<div class=\"heading-text el-text\">\n<h2 class=\"fontsize-177670 fontspace-157032 font-weight-400\">General sun sense<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1651492539431\">\n<ul>\n<li>It\u2019s easy to plan a 10-minute training session, which then turns into a couple of hours \u2013 and sunburn \u2013 so get into the habit of applying sunscreen before you start an activity.<\/li>\n<li>When preoccupied in activity, adding a timer on a phone or watch to re-apply sunscreen can work as a reminder.<\/li>\n<li>Drink often and preferably water as this is the best way to hydrate. Keep a reusable bottle topped up and at hand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_child col-lg-6 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649846833977\">\n<ul>\n<li>Keep a light, damp towel at hand to cool off, and protect the neck, but remember to re-apply sunscreen afterwards.<\/li>\n<li>Whilst waiting around, if possible, seek shade, or use the time to reapply sunscreen.<\/li>\n<li>The UV Index scale is a great tool to tell you how quickly sunburn can occur. When the UV index hits 3, use sun protection and watch out for surfaces such as sand or snow which reflect UV rays and increase your exposure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row gradient style-color-wayh-bg row-container with-parallax has-dividers\" id=\"sunguarding_heatrelated_illness\" data-section=\"11\">\n<div class=\"row-background background-element\">\n<div class=\"background-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"background-inner\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-bg-overlay style-color-vyce-bg\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode-divider-wrap uncode-divider-wrap-top z_index_0 uncode-divider-relative\" data-height=\"120\" data-unit=\"px\"><svg version=\"1.1\" class=\"uncode-row-divider uncode-row-divider-hills-opacity\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"240px\" height=\"24px\" viewBox=\"0 0 240 24\" 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d=\"M138.75,22.619c-5.43,0.561-12.344-0.061-18.125-1.061c-5.654-1.01-17.017-4.811-24.116-7.291 C78.34,7.667,64.438,5.167,50.312,4.087c-5.664-0.431-11.685-0.721-24.814,0.53C12.358,5.847,0,9.847,0,9.847V24h240v-6.212 c0,0-17.285-6.67-38.018-6.23c-9.404,0.14-22.295,1.37-32.178,4.581c-5.099,1.649-12.539,3.721-19.121,4.971 C144.17,22.359,141.191,22.43,138.75,22.619z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"row single-top-padding single-bottom-padding single-h-padding limit-width row-parent\" data-imgready=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light animate_when_almost_visible zoom-in start_animation\" data-delay=\"200\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap \">\n<div class=\"heading-text el-text\">\n<h2 class=\"fontsize-177670 fontspace-157032 font-weight-400 text-color-xsdn-color\">Heat related illness<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row col-double-gutter row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-dark\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1642441573540\">\n<p>Sun protection isn\u2019t just about sunburn, but also heatstroke and heat exhaustion, and as such the following advice will help identify and prevent problems:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<ul>\n<li>Those suffering from heat stress will show general signs of discomfort (including those listed below for heat exhaustion).<\/li>\n<li>These signs will worsen with physical activity or, if left untreated, can lead to heat exhaustion or heatstroke.<\/li>\n<li>Heat exhaustion symptoms include irritability, fatigue, dizziness, headache, nausea, or hot, red and dry skin.<\/li>\n<li>Heatstroke can develop if heat exhaustion or heat stress is left untreated, but it can also occur suddenly and without warning.<\/li>\n<li>Sweating is an essential means of cooling and once this stops there is a risk of developing heatstroke.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-dark\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649846862013\">\n<p>The following steps to reduce body temperature should be taken at once:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<ul>\n<li>Move the person to as cool a location as possible.<\/li>\n<li>Sponge with cool, (not cold) water and, if available, place cold packs around the neck and in the armpits.<\/li>\n<li>Place the person near a fan.<\/li>\n<li>If the person shows signs of confusion or loses consciousness, place in the recovery position and follow the steps above.<\/li>\n<li>In both cases, call for emergency medical assistance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode-divider-wrap uncode-divider-wrap-bottom z_index_0 uncode-divider-relative uncode-divider-flip\" data-height=\"120\" data-unit=\"px\"><svg version=\"1.1\" class=\"uncode-row-divider uncode-row-divider-hills-opacity\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"240px\" height=\"24px\" viewBox=\"0 0 240 24\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 240 24\" xml:space=\"preserve\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path fill=\"#ffffff\" fill-opacity=\"0.33\" d=\"M209.18,9.257c-10.176,0.18-24.004,1.61-34.697,5.44 c-5.518,1.972-13.545,4.41-20.645,5.882c-7.002,1.479-10.225,1.581-12.861,1.87c-5.879,0.609-13.358-0.1-19.551-1.27 c-6.133-1.221-18.364-5.722-26.025-8.652C75.771,4.677,60.771,1.696,45.532,0.436c-6.123-0.5-12.603-0.86-26.763,0.62 c-6.958,0.691-13.682,2.21-18.75,3.541V24H240V13.259C232.422,11.168,221.348,8.967,209.18,9.257z\"><\/path><path fill=\"#ffffff\" fill-opacity=\"0.33\" d=\"M207.461,10.527c-9.961,0.181-23.555,1.491-33.984,4.971 c-5.391,1.811-13.262,4.021-20.215,5.37c-6.914,1.372-10.078,1.462-12.676,1.682c-5.723,0.55-13.096-0.101-19.16-1.149 c-6.006-1.08-18.008-5.201-25.518-7.893C76.64,6.367,61.948,3.667,47.002,2.486c-6.001-0.48-12.363-0.8-26.25,0.54 c-7.939,0.74-15.601,2.5-20.713,3.851v17.114H240v-9.193C232.656,12.758,220.684,10.238,207.461,10.527z\"><\/path><path fill=\"#ffffff\" d=\"M138.75,22.619c-5.43,0.561-12.344-0.061-18.125-1.061c-5.654-1.01-17.017-4.811-24.116-7.291 C78.34,7.667,64.438,5.167,50.312,4.087c-5.664-0.431-11.685-0.721-24.814,0.53C12.358,5.847,0,9.847,0,9.847V24h240v-6.212 c0,0-17.285-6.67-38.018-6.23c-9.404,0.14-22.295,1.37-32.178,4.581c-5.099,1.649-12.539,3.721-19.121,4.971 C144.17,22.359,141.191,22.43,138.75,22.619z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row row-container\" id=\"sunguarding_sunburned_skin\" data-section=\"12\">\n<div class=\"row double-top-padding double-bottom-padding single-h-padding limit-width row-parent\" data-imgready=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light animate_when_almost_visible zoom-in start_animation\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-12 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap \">\n<div class=\"heading-text el-text\">\n<h2 class=\"fontsize-177670 fontspace-157032 font-weight-400\">Sunburn<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1642442277850\">\n<p>Sunburn should be avoided however, if affected, the following advice should help:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649846879299\">\n<ul>\n<li>Sunburned skin must always be protected from further exposure to the sun. So, it\u2019s better to cover up with clothing or take a break for a day.<\/li>\n<li>If the skin blisters or symptoms such as fever and nausea are apparent, a GP should be consulted immediately. Not only may severe burns have occurred, but also sunstroke.<\/li>\n<li>A skin-soothing cream should be applied to the affected areas to help cool and heal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_child col-lg-6 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649846890600\">\n<ul>\n<li>Regardless of the treatment, the affected skin needs to be cooled. PLEASE NOTE: Do not put ice directly on the skin (can lead to frostbite) but apply cold compresses instead.<\/li>\n<li>Dehydrated skin can be helped by moisturising it from the inside, so drink plenty of fluids \u2013 preferably water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row gradient style-color-wayh-bg row-container with-parallax has-dividers\" id=\"safeguarding_vitamin_d\" data-section=\"13\">\n<div class=\"row-background background-element\">\n<div class=\"background-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"background-inner\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-bg-overlay style-color-vyce-bg\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode-divider-wrap uncode-divider-wrap-top z_index_0 uncode-divider-relative\" data-height=\"120\" data-unit=\"px\"><svg version=\"1.1\" class=\"uncode-row-divider uncode-row-divider-hills-opacity\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"240px\" height=\"24px\" viewBox=\"0 0 240 24\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 240 24\" xml:space=\"preserve\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path fill=\"#ffffff\" fill-opacity=\"0.33\" d=\"M209.18,9.257c-10.176,0.18-24.004,1.61-34.697,5.44 c-5.518,1.972-13.545,4.41-20.645,5.882c-7.002,1.479-10.225,1.581-12.861,1.87c-5.879,0.609-13.358-0.1-19.551-1.27 c-6.133-1.221-18.364-5.722-26.025-8.652C75.771,4.677,60.771,1.696,45.532,0.436c-6.123-0.5-12.603-0.86-26.763,0.62 c-6.958,0.691-13.682,2.21-18.75,3.541V24H240V13.259C232.422,11.168,221.348,8.967,209.18,9.257z\"><\/path><path fill=\"#ffffff\" fill-opacity=\"0.33\" d=\"M207.461,10.527c-9.961,0.181-23.555,1.491-33.984,4.971 c-5.391,1.811-13.262,4.021-20.215,5.37c-6.914,1.372-10.078,1.462-12.676,1.682c-5.723,0.55-13.096-0.101-19.16-1.149 c-6.006-1.08-18.008-5.201-25.518-7.893C76.64,6.367,61.948,3.667,47.002,2.486c-6.001-0.48-12.363-0.8-26.25,0.54 c-7.939,0.74-15.601,2.5-20.713,3.851v17.114H240v-9.193C232.656,12.758,220.684,10.238,207.461,10.527z\"><\/path><path fill=\"#ffffff\" d=\"M138.75,22.619c-5.43,0.561-12.344-0.061-18.125-1.061c-5.654-1.01-17.017-4.811-24.116-7.291 C78.34,7.667,64.438,5.167,50.312,4.087c-5.664-0.431-11.685-0.721-24.814,0.53C12.358,5.847,0,9.847,0,9.847V24h240v-6.212 c0,0-17.285-6.67-38.018-6.23c-9.404,0.14-22.295,1.37-32.178,4.581c-5.099,1.649-12.539,3.721-19.121,4.971 C144.17,22.359,141.191,22.43,138.75,22.619z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"row single-top-padding single-bottom-padding single-h-padding limit-width row-parent\" data-imgready=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light animate_when_almost_visible zoom-in start_animation\" data-delay=\"200\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap \">\n<div class=\"heading-text el-text\" id=\"#vitamin_d_heading\">\n<h2 class=\"fontsize-177670 fontspace-157032 font-weight-400 text-color-xsdn-color\">Vitamin D<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1646156895668\">\n<p>It is widely acknowledged that some exposure to sunlight is needed to maintain healthy reserves of vitamin D in the body, this is essential for the absorption of calcium. The question is, \u2018How much?\u2019<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row col-double-gutter row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-dark\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649846904384\">\n<ul>\n<li>In general, 10 to 15 minutes exposure to the face and arms as a minimum; but always less than the amount of time needed for the skin to redden or burn.<\/li>\n<li>Two or three times a week in the summer months is adequate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-6 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-dark\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1649846913067\">\n<ul>\n<li>Darker skin absorbs sunlight more slowly and can be exposed more frequently to ensure adequate absorption; but again, less time than it would take to burn.<\/li>\n<li>Some vitamin D is still produced even when sunscreen is applied.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1642444764074\">\n<p><strong>Remember:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The vitamin D produced in the summer months keeps you healthy in the winter months when the UK sun is not strong enough to generate adequate vitamin D. For those at risk, diet and supplements should be considered.<\/p>\n<p>Anyone who may be at risk of vitamin D deficiency due to complex health issues or complications arising from medication should be advised to consult their GP.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode-divider-wrap uncode-divider-wrap-bottom z_index_0 uncode-divider-relative uncode-divider-flip\" data-height=\"120\" data-unit=\"px\"><svg version=\"1.1\" class=\"uncode-row-divider uncode-row-divider-hills-opacity\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"240px\" height=\"24px\" viewBox=\"0 0 240 24\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 240 24\" xml:space=\"preserve\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path fill=\"#ffffff\" fill-opacity=\"0.33\" d=\"M209.18,9.257c-10.176,0.18-24.004,1.61-34.697,5.44 c-5.518,1.972-13.545,4.41-20.645,5.882c-7.002,1.479-10.225,1.581-12.861,1.87c-5.879,0.609-13.358-0.1-19.551-1.27 c-6.133-1.221-18.364-5.722-26.025-8.652C75.771,4.677,60.771,1.696,45.532,0.436c-6.123-0.5-12.603-0.86-26.763,0.62 c-6.958,0.691-13.682,2.21-18.75,3.541V24H240V13.259C232.422,11.168,221.348,8.967,209.18,9.257z\"><\/path><path fill=\"#ffffff\" fill-opacity=\"0.33\" d=\"M207.461,10.527c-9.961,0.181-23.555,1.491-33.984,4.971 c-5.391,1.811-13.262,4.021-20.215,5.37c-6.914,1.372-10.078,1.462-12.676,1.682c-5.723,0.55-13.096-0.101-19.16-1.149 c-6.006-1.08-18.008-5.201-25.518-7.893C76.64,6.367,61.948,3.667,47.002,2.486c-6.001-0.48-12.363-0.8-26.25,0.54 c-7.939,0.74-15.601,2.5-20.713,3.851v17.114H240v-9.193C232.656,12.758,220.684,10.238,207.461,10.527z\"><\/path><path fill=\"#ffffff\" d=\"M138.75,22.619c-5.43,0.561-12.344-0.061-18.125-1.061c-5.654-1.01-17.017-4.811-24.116-7.291 C78.34,7.667,64.438,5.167,50.312,4.087c-5.664-0.431-11.685-0.721-24.814,0.53C12.358,5.847,0,9.847,0,9.847V24h240v-6.212 c0,0-17.285-6.67-38.018-6.23c-9.404,0.14-22.295,1.37-32.178,4.581c-5.099,1.649-12.539,3.721-19.121,4.971 C144.17,22.359,141.191,22.43,138.75,22.619z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row row-container onepage-section\" data-label=\"Sunguarding\u2013skincheck-Section\" data-name=\"sunguarding-skincheck-section\" id=\"id-sunguarding-skincheck\" data-section=\"14\">\n<div class=\"row double-top-padding double-bottom-padding single-h-padding limit-width row-parent\" data-imgready=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light animate_when_almost_visible zoom-in start_animation\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\">\n<div class=\"row row-child\">\n<div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_center align_left_mobile column_child col-lg-12 half-internal-gutter\">\n<div class=\"uncol style-light\">\n<div class=\"uncoltable\">\n<div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\">\n<div class=\"uncont\">\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap \">\n<div class=\"heading-text el-text\">\n<h2 class=\"fontsize-177670 fontspace-157032 font-weight-400\">Remember to skin check<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode_text_column vc_custom_1646157557382\">\n<p>Getting to know your skin by regularly checking it for signs of skin cancer or changes is a great habit to get into.&nbsp;<span class=\"x_colour\">Ideally you should carry out examinations once a month as part of your health and wellbeing routines. &nbsp;<\/span>To find out how to check yourself and what to look out for visit&nbsp;<a class=\"cursor-init\" href=\"https:\/\/melanoma-fund.co.uk\/about-melanoma\/melanoma-facts-and-advice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>HERE.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, schedule a regular professional check-up, to follow your skin\u2019s progress and catch anything out-of-the-ordinary in good time. If you do spot something that concerns, visit your GP immediately.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Overexposure to the sun\u2019s UV rays can cause sunburn, skin and eye damage and skin cancer, the most common form of cancer in the UK. The good news is that this is all mainly preventable, with adequate sun protection. 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