SIU Center for Family Medicine Decatur

What Kind of Sunscreen Is Best? When buying sunscreen, there are three important things to look for. Check the label for a sunscreen that:
•Has an SPF (sun protection factor) of 30 or higher
•Protects against both UVA and UVB rays (a "broad-spectrum" sunscreen)
•Is water-resistant (protects kids while in the water for 40–80 minutes)

Other things to keep in mind when picking a sunscreen:
•Don't use sunscreens with PABA, which can cause skin allergies.
•For sensitive skin, look for products with the active ingredient titanium dioxide.
•Teens or preteens who want to use a self-tanner sunscreen should get one that also has UV protection (many offer little or none).
•Some cosmetics contain sunscreen, but usually don't offer enough protection from the sun. Make sure you put sunscreen on before applying makeup.

When was your last health screening?

Even if you feel fine, routine screenings can catch things like high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer early—before symptoms start. And what you need in your 20s looks different than your 40s, 50s or beyond.

Take a minute to check what’s recommended for your age: https://loom.ly/O66OzxM

SIU Medicine Clinics will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25th. Please remember to reorder prescriptions ahead of any holiday closure.

Happy Nurses Week to the nurses who make our community feel cared for every day.

At SIU Center for Family Medicine, our nurses do so much more than provide care. They build relationships, answer questions, calm worries and help patients feel seen and heard.

As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we’re proud to provide comprehensive, community-based health care for patients of all ages, regardless of their ability to pay. Our nurses are at the heart of that mission.

Help us celebrate them.
💜Share a comment about a nurse who made a difference for you or your family.
💜Tell us about a moment you’ll never forget.
💜Tag a nurse who deserves some extra appreciation this week.
Your words mean more than you know.