How Much Sunshine Is Too Much?
Keep Your Family Safe
SPEND LESS TIME IN THE SUN If you’re planning to spend a significant amount of time in the sun, consider your environment. Will there be plenty of shade? Will you have to bring your own? What’s the best way to step out of the sun for a few minutes? Wearing sunscreen and protective clothing are great ways to shield yourself from UV rays, but it’s important to avoid being in direct sunlight for long periods. Taking a break from the sun gives your body the time it needs to recuperate and helps prevent sunburn and heatstroke. COMMON MYTHS ABOUT SUN EXPOSURE Many people think that a tan is better than a sunburn, but the result of tanning is still sun damage. When your skin tone changes due to the sun, regardless of whether it tans or turns red, it’s a result of the epidermis reacting to damage caused by UV rays. Both are symptoms of harmed skin. While vitamin D is important, the sun does not contribute to its creation as much as you might think. Doris Day, a New York City dermatologist, explains that if your skin were to constantly produce vitamin D from being in the sun, it would reach toxic levels. Vitamin D is the only vitamin that your body can produce on its own, through a common form of cholesterol or 7-dehydrocholesterol. Spending time in the sun does help vitamin D form, but you need far less exposure than you think.
To many people, summer is all about heading outside to enjoy the weather. But getting too much sun can be dangerous. To have a fun-filled summer with your family this year, remember that it’s essential to protect yourself from harmful UV rays. COVER UP Covering your skin is one of the best ways to avoid skin damage. Wide- brimmed hats, long-sleeved shirts, and long pants or skirts can protect your skin from direct exposure to UV rays. While this tactic protects you from the sun, it offers poor defense against the heat. So, if you opt for cooler attire, it’s important to cover all exposed skin with a copious amount of sunscreen. Be sure to reapply every two hours for maximum skin protection.
Knowing how to protect yourself from UV rays is the first step to having a safe, fun-filled summer!
Given what a great fit Tiffany Dao has been from the moment she arrived at our office, you may think we found her through an expensive recruiting service. The truth, however, is much more coincidental than that. One day, Lee Snell was at the nail salon when she began talking to the young lady sitting next to her. “We were both getting our nails done, and we just hit it off,” Tiffany recalls. “After that conversation, I knew I wanted to work at The Law Office of James R. Snell, Jr.” After graduating from high school, Tiffany joined our staff as a full-time summer receptionist. When she heads off to school, she’ll transition to part-time status. “I haven’t decided what I’m going to study just yet,” she says. “I’m torn between pursuing law and majoring in business administration.” I bet you can guess which we’re rooting for. On a regular day, you can find Tiffany greeting our clients, organizing the office, and doing whatever she can to lend a hand. “I just want to help the office run as smoothly as possible,”
she says. “I love it. Everyone is so friendly, and I learn new things every day. You couldn’t ask for a better summer job.” When she’s not working or getting ready for college, you can find Tiffany reading, watching movies, and hanging out with her friends. “Working at a law firm may not be your typical summer job, but when it comes to fun, a lot of what I enjoy falls under the category of ‘typical teenage stuff,’” she notes. Finding great people to work with isn’t always easy, but in the case of Tiffany, we were beyond lucky. She’s got a wonderful personality, great work ethic, and an exceptional attention to detail — all characteristics we look for in a team member. We’re so thankful that she just happened to book her nail appointment at the same time as Lee.
Meet Tiffany Dao TheNewestMember oftheSnellLawTeam
Welcome to the Snell Law team, Tiffany. We’re thrilled to have you!
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