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Rays Awareness: Apps to Promote Sun Safety November 8, 2011 Robert Burchard and Julie Kunrath, EPAs Office of Air and Radiation Julie Kocher, EPAs Office of Environmental Information Paul Stokols, National Weather Service

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Skin cancer is the most common U.S. cancer more common than breast, prostate, colon & lung cancer combined Treatment costs for non-melanoma skin cancer were $1.5 billion in 2004 Melanoma deaths account for $3.5 billion in lost productivity each year Lifetime risk of developing melanoma is increasing 1960: 1 in 800 chance 1986: 1 in 150 chance 2009: 1 in 50 chance Melanoma is 6 th most common fatal cancer Accounts for 4% of all cancer deaths Most common cancer among 20-30 year olds Public Health Impact

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Prevent skin cancer by building sun safety habits in kids and their caregivers In All 50 StatesProven Effective SunWise students show an 11% decrease in sunburns. Free Resources Every $1 invested in SunWise saves $2-$4 in medical care and productivity. SunWise Program Goal

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Largest national environmental and health education program UV Index Dont Fry Day SunWise with SHADE Foundation Poster Contest

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UV Index Tools Website Widget Gadget Windows Gadget Email Alerts EPA does not endorse products or services provided by private entities.

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QR Code UV Index App EPA does not endorse products or services provided by private entities.