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Shade Sails High UV-R Protection reduce the risk of Skin Cancer
March 17th, 2016 · Published to Shade Sails
If there is one thing all Australia’s enjoy, its taking advantage of our fantastic weather. Whether you’re having a dip in a pool, playing on the playground or entertaining friends, a great sunny day means guaranteed enjoyment.
However, in wake of a recent article I came across where the Australian Medial Association (AMA) reminds people be sun smart, I thought it would be a poignant time to remind everyone of the amazing sun protection offered by shade sails; a very cost effective solution which, in my eyes, should be a requirement for every council playground and early learning centre in Australia.
The latest statistics from the finding reveal that nearly 1 in 3 Australians suffer from skin cancer and a high percentage of adults, teenagers and even children are sunburnt due to outdoor activities. Skin cancer accounts for 80% of all types of diagnosed cancers in Australia and most types of skin cancers are melanomas, which are caused due to excessive exposure to the harmful UV radiation from the sun. Skin cancer rates in Australia are 12 times higher than the average rate worldwide. This alarming fact makes it incredibly important that Aussies avoid the sun and protect themselves from UV rays as much as possible.
We need to be more aware and should be doing all we can to protect ourselves from the summer sun. As mentioned, one easy way of doing so, is by installing shade sails. Shade sails allow you to enjoy the outdoors, while keeping well protected. But this is not their only benefit. Below, I will brief you through how shade sails act as fantastic shade solution.
Protection from UV Rays
Shade sails are incredibly cost effective and can help keep you protected from the sun, even on the hottest of days. Shade sails are made out of lightweight, water resistant fabrics, which allow them to block out and reflect UV rays. Those made out of darker fabrics offer more UV protection than the lighter coloured fabrics and UV protection also varies from one shade sail manufacturer to another.
Our Shade sails are made out high quality fabrics supplied by Rainbow Shade, which are up to 320 GSM and offer up to 99% UV protection. They can be installed in any outdoor location, but they are best applies to children’s playgrounds, early learning centres, swimming pools and public spaces.
Conclusion:
With skin cancer rates on the rise in Australia, everyone must look to protect themselves from the sun’s UV rays, which is the primary cause of melanoma based skin cancer. While avoiding the sun is the best way of protecting the skin, we still need to be able to enjoy the outdoors and as such, installing a shade solution, such as shade sails, can work out incredibly well in keeping children, teenagers as well as adults protected from the sun.
If you’d like to have shade sails installed in your school playground, early learning centre or in your outdoor entertainment area, then get in touch with us at Global Shade. We offer a range of shade sails and shade structures, which can be customised and tailored to meet your specific needs. We also offer installation, service and support all across Australia, so wherever you are, call us today!
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