Katie MacDonald, MSN, CPNP is a pediatric nurse practitioner for the Children’s Emergency Room at Inova Loudoun Hospital – Loudoun County’s only emergency facility solely dedicated to caring for children and adolescents. It is also the first and only sensory-friendly ER in Loudoun County.
The sun’s out, fun’s out! Right? Well, only if your skin is protected from harmful sun rays that can cause sunburns.
In February, the FDA announced an update to review the ingredients in sunscreen for optimal safety. Here are some helpful guidelines when shopping for barrier sunscreens that are considered safe and effective for adults and children:
If you have questions regarding sunburns or heat stroke, please contact your primary care provider.
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