Spring is here and the sun is back – whether it’s hiding behind the clouds or out in full swing!

But sun health for our little ones is anything but straightforward and we need to learn how to educate those around us and at our children’s schools about what our child needs to protect their delicate skin. 

Is there a difference between sunscreen and sunblock?

What about the SPF level?

And how does it help against heat stroke on those hot school sports days?

Did you know that dust or sand storms are natural events that usually occur when STRONG WINDS lift a large amount of sand, dust, dirt and other fine particles from bare and dry soil into the atmosphere, transporting them to sites hundreds to thousands of kilometres away? Depending on weather conditions and fine particle sizes, dust can remain suspended in the atmosphere for a few hours or several days. However, its impact can last for months and years afterwards and can be dangerous for several reasons.

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) has reiterated its support for the global ban on lead in paint in the build-up to this year’s International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week taking place from the 20th to 26th October 2019. 

The new WHO Housing and health guidelines were officially launched during the opening plenary of the 15th International Conference on Urban Health.

View the Guidelines on the WHO website.

• How to keep babies and children safe
• Elderly people need special care
• Stay safe when it’s hot
• Stay safe when it’s hot - Interactive poster

Accidents & Injuries

• Accidents & Injuries Fact Sheet
• Accident Injuries Poster

Indoor Air Pollution