ARE YOU SUMMER SAVVY?

Know how to stay well during the hot weather with our clever quiz

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During the warmer months, it pays to know how to take care of yourself. From hay fever causing sleepless nights to mistakes with sunscreen putting you at risk of skin cancer, being 'out of the loop' can have a big impact on your health. After all, no one wants to waste those long-awaited sunny days feeling sick. Take our quiz to discover how summer savvy you really are - then brush up on the facts, so you can make the most of this season.

The quiz

Choose the answer that you think is correct and then read on...

Q How often should you reapply sunscreen?

EVERY TWO HOURS ONLY AFTER SWIMMING

Answer: Protect yourself from burning by using a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 on exposed areas, at least 30 minutes before you go into the sun, and reapply it every two hours and after being in the water (even if it says it's water resistant), or after sweating or towel-drying. Also, don't scrimp when squeezing or spraying. 'Most of us don't apply enough,' says GP Dr Hilary Jones. 'And we don't apply it as frequently as we should.' As a guide, you should be using around eight teaspoons to cover your entire body.

Q What fabric should you wear to avoid overheating?

COTTON

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