Protect Yourself from the Sun

Action Steps for Sun Protection By following a number of simple steps, you can still enjoy your time in the sun while protecting yourself from overexposure to the sun's harmful Ultraviolet (UV) rays.

Keeping Kids Safe from Sun and Smog Information about the health effects of exposure to UV radiation; the UV Index; the Air Quality Index; and actions you can take on ozone action days.

UV Index The UV Index is a tool that provides a forecast of the strength of the sun's ultraviolet radiation for your community. Search for your local UV Index forecast by ZIP code.

Sunwise EPA has developed the SunWise School Program for grades K-8. SunWise Partner Schools sponsor activities that raise children's awareness of pollution and sun safety practices