Layne Christensen Fashion Editor ONE severe sunburn during childhood can double the risk of developing skin cancer later in life. That’s why it’s critical that parents sun-proof their kids, say dermatologists. Most skin cancers are casi- ly preventable, according to Dr. Lynn From, the Canadian Dermatology Association’s national director of the sun awareness campaign. “Secking shade, wearing protective clothing and using adequate sunscreen ... will reduce the risk of skin cancer and premature aging in the future,” says From. Skin cancer studies show that severe sunburns in child- > hood play a significant role in the later development of skin cancer. One study, conducted by ~ researchers across Canada, points to the tine from birth to age 19 as critical for the ini- . tiation of the. most. common type Of-skin cancer, basal cell ‘carcinoma. ‘Kids may already be hear- ing that message ar school. _A new sun awareness pro- Women’s clothing made in Yancourer gram geared to Grade 3 and + teachers was launched in schools across Canada this May. ‘The program’s originators, Ombrelle sunscreens, created a comic-book character, Sun Shield, to help teachers explain to kids why it’s impor- tant to protect their skin from the sun’s powerful rays. Kids can read the adven- tures of Sun Shield and cee how he battles wicked UVA . and UVB rays with SPF 30 sunscreen, When choosing a sunscreen for your child, dermatologists suggest checking for the Canadian Dermatology Association’s seal of approval. Parents should also be looking for a broad-spectrum protection, one thar protects against UVA and UVB rays. Ombrelle sunscreen meets both of these standards. So does a new sunscreen from French skincare — makers Biotherm. Biokids SPF 35 sun block is specially formulated for children, The scent is nectarine- peach. The sunscreen’s visible milky texture north shore news & BASHION s Super hero heips kids Stay Safe in sun helps parents see where they have applied the product before being quickly absorbed by the skin. Biotherm claims lasting effectiveness even after nvo hours of bathing. A companion — product, Biokids calming lotion, is a hypoallergenic formula that helps care for skin after expo- sure to the sun. LONDON SCHOOL 18 WATER STREET VANCOUVER, B.C. V6B 1A4 Get first glance at this season’s new colours and styles. Use your Jill Hampton card for additional scvings on already reduced spring merchandise. ROYAL CENTRE 681-2611 KERRISDALE 263-0432 PARK ROYAL 913-1600 PAULINE Johnson student Tessa Humphries gets a helping hand from Dr. Joanna Day. The West Van dermatologist visited the school to spread awareness of sun protection. Super Shield, a new comic-book hero, left, has’ also joined the fight : SSH PNT ORL TES ees Lop AN s immer Rollerhé IS lerhoc Key North Share eine peaey Canes tatine Hockey eine peaey Canes NSKIHL Surnmer Roller Hockey is a no frills controlled scrimmage program. All sessions are ran by Canudian Hockey Inline certified coaches. All games at Lonsdale Arena. PROGRAM “A” $65 PROGRAM “B” $65 Weekends-10 sessions 08 & Under - June 29-July 29 08 & Under Monday & Wednesday, 4-5 pm Saturday 2 pm © Sunday 9 am 10 & Under - June 30-July 30° 10 & Under Tuesday & Thursday, 4-5 pm Saturday 3 pm * Sunday 10 am 12 & Under - June 29-July 29 12 & Under Monday & Wednesday, 5-6 pm Saturday 4 pm © Sunday 1] am 14 & Under - June 30-July 30 14 & Under Tuesday & Thursday, 5-6 pm Saturday 5 pm * Sunday 12 pm 16 & Under - June 29-July 29 16 & Under Monday & Tuesday, 6-7 pm Saturday 6 pm » Sunday 1 pm PROGRAM “C" 20 SESSIONS $100 Register a second child or sign up for both sessions and save $30. REGISTRATION FORM © Program “A” 2 Program “B” O Program°C” Name oo Prone # Division (age as of January 1, 1998) : 7 . : Fhe et 0 16 & Under 214 & Under 212 & Under - 110 & Under D 08 & Under: Complete this application and mail with your payment (cheque only) to: NSKIHLS Box 37083-2930 Lonsdale A North Vancouver, RC V7N 4H9. Info phone 983-6543 extension 6544 © Fax 984-2310 i 1 Ant Slow West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre © Sunday June 21st fo Friday June 26th - Come and see the beautiful and tolented . works the seniors create at the Centre, frorn paintings to pottery, quilting to stained glass... and so much more! . Opening Day Displays, Demos and more throughout the day. Drop in and see all the beautiful art work that the members of the Seniors’ Centre hove created. Sunday June 21st Tlam to 4pm north shore.