Protect Your Skin, Protect Your Health

Too much sun can hurt your skin and make you feel sick.

The Albany County Department of Health recommends:

Wearing sunscreen

Staying in the shade

Putting on a hat

Choosing loose-fitted clothes that cover your skin

Wearing sunglasses

More Information and Resources:

Albany County Climate and Health - Extreme Heat: https://www.albanycountyny.gov/departments/health/climate-and-health/extreme-heat

NYSDOH - Sun Safety: https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/tanning/sun_safety.htm

CDC - Sun Safety Facts: https://www.cdc.gov/skin-cancer/sun-safety/index.html

Albany County Cooling Stations: https://www.albanycountyny.gov/departments/health/cooling-stations

Shared from Albany County's recent email update!