Be Sun Smart
Dear Truckers ,
January is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. We care about you, and we want to talk about something important: your skin. Truck drivers like you spend a lot of time under the sun, and that means you need to be extra careful.
What is Skin Cancer? Skin cancer happens when the sun’s strong rays can hurt your skin. It’s like a sunburn that doesn’t go away. But here’s the good news – you can protect yourself!
How to Stay SunSafe:
- Wear a hat
- Put on a cool hat. It’s like your superpower shield against the sun.
- Use Sunscreen
- Imagine sunscreen as your truck’s protection. Put it on your skin to keep it safe.
- Cover up
- Long sleeves are like a warm blanket for your skin. They protect you from too much sun.
- Stay in the shade
- If you can, park your truck in the shade.
- Drink water
- Water is like magic for your skin. It keeps it happy and healthy.
- Check your skin
- Sometimes your skin may send you signals. If you see any changes tell someone, it’s like giving your truck a checkup.
Why Does It Matter? Taking care of your skin is like taking care of your truck. It keeps you going strong for the long haul. We want you to be the healthiest, happiest truckers on the road.
So, next time you’re under the sun, think of these tips as your secret weapons against skin trouble. Be a SunHero and keep on trucking safely!
Stay sun-safe, stay awesome!