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It’s more than just a great-looking addition to outdoor patio sets; an auto tilt umbrella can mean a healthier and safer summer for you and your loved ones. Even when the temperature is not as warm, or on a partially cloudy day, the sun’s ultraviolet rays are detrimental to the skin. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can lead to sunburns, sun poisoning, heat stroke and worse yet, skin cancer.

A sunburn is the skin’s reaction to too much UV radiation. A mild sunburn usually consists of redness and peeling with slight discomfort, while more severe cases can result in blisters, fever, chills, weakness and possibly lead to skin cancer. To prevent sun burns, use an auto tilt umbrella at the pool, by the beach or on your patio to protect your family at least during the hottest hours. To treat mild cases of sunburn, a cold compress and aloe gel will soothe burns, while acetaminophen can be taken for any pain. Do not open any blisters, as infection might follow. Also, do not subject skin to the sun again until the burn has disappeared, as this could slow the healing process.

Sun poisoning, formally known as photodermatitis, is a photoallergy, and once again the skin’s reaction to UV rays. Sometimes it can be caused by medication or topical creams applied to the skin that react negatively in sunlight. It can also be triggered by autoimmune diseases, such as lupus, or by a vitamin deficiency. It commonly exhibits itself as a rash on affected areas. It can be treated by cleaning the area, and also by using a compress and aloe.

Sunstroke, aka hyperthermia is when the body takes on more heat than it can handle. It’s usually caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures. Once it sets in, the body cannot effectively control its temperature, and in essence begins to break down. Perspiration is the body’s natural temperature control, but when dehydrated a person loses his ability to sweat, and this is where the danger lay. Symptoms include headache, confusion, dizziness and fainting caused by low blood pressure as a result of dehydration. Staying beneath an auto tilt umbrella will keep you a few degrees cooler than in the sun and is one of the key things you can do to ensure your safety. If not caught early, heart rate and respiration will increase, the skin will turn a bluish color, and chills and fever will ensure. From there, it may lead to convulsions, vomiting, temporary blindness, and even coma.

Finally, skin cancer is the leading form of cancer in America. It’s also one of the most easily preventable, but most people choose not pay heed. We are a country of people who love fun in the sun, and there’s nothing wrong with that, but certain basic steps can be taken to benefit you in the long-term.

What to avoid:

The sun’s rays are strongest during summer months and when the sun is directly overhead, or between the hours of 10am to 3pm. Also, people with a family history of skin cancer, or are fair skinned with freckles should avoid prolonged exposure altogether. Stay away from beverages that will further dehydrate you, including alcohol and soda, as well as heavy meals.

To do: An auto tilt umbrella provides shade during the hottest parts of the day. It will shield you from UV rays, and also provide a cooler temperature beneath its canopy. In addition to umbrellas, sunscreen should always be administered, and reapplied after swimming. Even sunscreens that claim to be waterproof will rub off after a certain time, so it never hurts to err on the side of excess. Use fans or air-conditioning whenever possible. If you’re outdoors and begin to feel faint, go inside until you regain balance. Throughout the day, drink plenty of water, up to a cup every quarter hour depending how hot and humid it is. Stick to loose-fitting and lightweight clothing in light colors.

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