How to Use a Sun Shade for Protection

The numbers of skin cancer patients are increasing and today many people show signs of exposure to ultraviolet radiation before they turn 18 years old. With so many products on the market, melanoma and other skin diseases can easily be avoided. Sunshades can block up to 95 percent of the sun's damaging UV rays. Larger sunshades can protect groups of people from the harmful effects of exposure, and infant sunshades can shelter babies from the sun.

Things You'll Need

• Sun shade shelter
• Any tools suggested by the manufacturer

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Instructions

• 1

  Set up your sunshade according to the manufacturer's instructions. Many sunshades such as gazebos, umbrellas and infant sunshades to not require tools. Typically sunshades simply snap together or have poles for support.

• 2

  Anchor or tie down the sunshade with the provided anchors or as directed. Properly anchoring your sunshade will ensure it is not carried away by the wind, hurt anyone or damage property.

• 3

  Get under your sunshade once it is erected. Watch the shadows under the sunshade, and follow them to stay protected as the sun moves across the sky. Large or multiple sunshades will accommodate groups of people, chairs and tables.