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Where is Don't Fry Day observed?
Don't Fry Day is observed throughout the United States. It aims to create skin cancer prevention awareness and to raise awareness of all the risks of over-exposure to the sun.
Who is Don't Fry Day observed by?
Don't Fry Day is observed by everyone in the U.S., especially families.
When did Don't Fry Day first start?
Don't Fry Day was first created in 2008 to create awareness about skin cancer and what overexposure to the sun can do to the skin.
Who started Don't Fry Day?
Don't Fry Day was started by the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention. It was created to increase educational awareness regarding sun overexposure which usually occurs at the start of summer.
History And Timeline
It was started as a campaign to create awareness about skin cancer, especially its prevention. This campaign was started in 2008 by the National Council on Skin Cancer and Prevent Cancer Foundation and other partner organizations.
It was aimed at creating skin cancer awareness due to UV radiation. Damages to the skin due to UV radiation increases as we spend more time outdoors in warmer weather.
UV Rays Are Discovered
Johann Wilhelm Ritter, a German physicist, discovered ultraviolet light and its role in sunburns.
1801Melanoma Was Discovered
Melanoma was discovered by French physician René-Théophile-Hyacinthe Laënnec, inventor of the stethoscope.
1804The First Melanoma Case
The first case of malignant melanoma was reported by Isaac Parish. His patient was a 43-year-old widow who was admitted to Wills Hospital in Philadelphia, with a fungus tumor on her toe.
1837Coining The Term Melanoma
The term melanoma was coined by Sir Robert Carswell, a famous pathology practitioner.
1838Declaration of Don't Fry Day
The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention's council members declared the Friday just prior to Memorial Day to be Don't Fry Day to promote sun safety, and to urge people to safeguard their skin while enjoying the sun.
2008Traditions And Customs
Summer is a time for various skin diseases, especially skin cancer. Don't Fry Day is observed on the Friday prior to Memorial Day.
Since it is a long weekend, people tend to spend a lot of time outdoors, especially taking trips to the beach. This can lead to overexposure to the sun.
To curb this, the day is observed to raise awareness, so that people will exercise extra caution by using sunscreen (SPF 30+) and other sun protection means, like wearing wide-brimmed hats and using good sunglasses to protect the eyes before going out.
This will help curb exposure to UV radiation and UV damage, thus lowering the risk of cancer of the skin.
Ways To Observe Don't Fry Day
People are encouraged to stay indoors and have indoor picnics with family. They can also enjoy family movie time, bingeing their favorite movies.
Facts And Stats
- The theme for last year's Don't Fry Day was 'Small Steps For Sun Safety.
- People can practice sun safety measures by going outside wearing sunscreen to protect the skin.
Who started Don't Fry Day?
It was started by the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention.
When is Don't Fry Day?
It is observed in May on the Friday before Memorial Day. Last year, it was on May 28.
How do people observe Don't Fry Day?
Many people stay indoors and indulge in fun indoor activities as there is a higher risk of UV radiation during summer.
Why do people observe Don't Fry Day?
It reminds people of the risk of exposing their skin to the sun, and also reminds them to fully protect their skin by using sunscreen to prevent skin cancer. Skin cancer is not as dangerous as other cancers, and early detection can cure it completely.
What is the history and origin of Don't Fry Day?
This observance was started in 2008 by the National Council on Skin Cancer prevention. It was started to remind people to protect themselves from the harmful effects of UV radiation.
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Friday, May 22, 2020
- Friday, May 28, 2021
- Friday, May 27, 2022
- Friday, May 26, 2023
- Friday, May 24, 2024
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