Why UV Exposure Still Matters in October

Why UV Exposure Still Matters in October

• Temperature doesn’t affect UV strength. The Skin Cancer Foundation confirms that UV rays remain powerful even in cooler weather and can pass through clouds.
  

• Golf courses reflect sunlight. Grass, sand, and water increase UV intensity, exposing players to more rays from multiple angles.
  

• Golfers face higher skin-cancer risk. Studies show golfers are 2.4× more likely to develop skin cancer than the general population (NIH Study).
  

• Cumulative exposure adds up. Even small, repeated doses of UV cause long-term DNA damage and early aging (NIH PMC4344124).
  
  

🩷 Did you know? Most lifetime sun exposure occurs before age 18. That makes fall golf protection especially important for junior players.

The Smart Parent’s Sun-Safety Checklist

Make these quick steps part of every round:

• Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen 15 minutes before tee-off.
  

• Reapply every 2 hours — sweat and wind reduce protection.
  

• Encourage UPF clothing like long-sleeve shirts and arm sleeves.
  

• Use a wide-brimmed hat or cap with neck flap.
  

• Remind young golfers that “cooler doesn’t mean safer.”
  

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