00:00As the seasons change, many people let their guard down when it comes to sun protection.
00:05But doctors say sun damage doesn't stop just because the temperature drops.
00:09And most folks believe when it's hot and it's warm outside, they'll have increased radiation-induced damage.
00:17But there's actually not a correlation between the temperature and the amount of radiation damage.
00:23And cooler, cloudier fall days can be even trickier.
00:26We're less likely to seek shelter from the sun.
00:28We're less likely to use sunscreen.
00:31And we're more likely to be exposed to these damaging radiation rays for longer periods of time.
00:37That's why experts' stress protection isn't seasonal.
00:41It's something you should think about every day.
00:43An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
00:46If we prevent ultraviolet sun-induced radiation damage to our skin now, it'll help us in the long run.
00:54So whether you're apple picking, tailgating, or heading out for a hike...
00:58The same way we would use sunscreen, and we would apply it every two hours when we're at the beach during the summer months, we should do the same when we're enjoying Mother Nature during the autumn and during the fall, during the winter months.
01:11So while fall brings cooler air and changing leaves, the sun's strength doesn't fade.
01:17Protecting your skin now prevents damage later.
01:20For AccuWeather, I'm Allie Reed.
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