Page 16 June 2011 do not lend themselves to situations in which people get stuck with no opportunity to get out.” Dave Bremson, the operations chief for the Central Arizona Mountain Rescue Association, said unprepared people are the biggest problem. “Too many times rescues take place for people visiting from out of town,” Bremson said. His nonpro fi t organization of volunteers got its start from climbers on Camelback, Bremson said. “We don’t focus on mountain rescue in the city so much anymore, but we do provide our assistance when needed,” Bremson said. His association works to educate the public on wilderness and mountain safety through classes. Bremson and Dubnow agreed that although it is fun to hike and enjoy nature during the summer, it is important to do it in a safe and respectful way. “Make sure you tell people where you are going and dress appropriately,” Dubnow said. Proper attire, he pointed out, includes tightly tied shoes, clothes that breathe so a hiker doesn’t get overheated, and a hat. “Also make sure to wear sunscreen and pack plenty of water, and snacks,” he said. than 6mm in diameter, but they can be smaller. E volving: A mole or skin lesion looks different from the rest or is changing in size, shape or color. Follow these tips to be sun safe: Make applying sunscreen every morning as routine as brushing your teeth. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends a broad-spectrum, water- resistant sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. “Broad-spectrum” provides protection from both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. Reapply after swimming or every two hours when you are outdoors. Use sunscreen year-round, not just in the summer. Avoid the sun, especially between noon and 4 p.m. when the rays are most intense. Sunburns – particularly cumulative sunburns – increase your risk of skin cancer. Protect children and teens especially. The long-term reduction in exposure is key to prevention. Wear hats and long sleeve shirts to prevent skin from burning. Be aware that clothing alone may not enough protection from dangerous UV rays. James F. Doris, M.D., is a family- practice physician at the Arcadia Family Clinic. Reach his of fi ce at 602-955-6632 or JCL.com/practices. Skin cancer Continued from page 8 Rescue Continued from page 14

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