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SKIN IN THE GAME A sunburn can hurt—we all know that. But some of us forget that today’s glow can have repercussions years from now. Getting too much sun is linked to skin cancer, the most common cancer in the U.S.—but also one of the most preventable. Below are simple tips, courtesy of Hackensack-based dermatologist Allen Sapadin, M.D.: • Slather it on. Apply a thick coating of broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF (sun protection factor) of at least 45. Reapply every few hours, especially if you go swimming or are sweating heavily. “You should even put it on when it’s cloudy,” says the doctor. • Cool in the shade. Staying out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., when ultraviolet (UV) rays are strongest, will reduce your chances of overheating and getting sunburned, Dr. Sapadin says. • Cover up. Whether you’re hiking or lounging by the pool, consider wearing a shirt made with heat-
reflective fabric to protect your back and shoulders from burning. A beach wrap or towel can also help save you from the sun’s UV rays. • Check yourself. Examine your body frequently so you’re familiar with birthmarks, moles and scars. Consult your doctor if any of these change in size or color, Dr. Sapadin says. It’s better to remove a suspicious-looking mole than to leave it to chance. • Shun tanning beds. Their concentrated exposure to UVA rays can be stronger than ordinary sun exposure. “If you enjoy the look of tanned skin, there are healthier ways to acquire it, such as with spray tans or tinted lotions,” says the dermatologist.
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MOVING ON UP Remember that joke that Generation Z and millennials can’t afford homes because they spend all their money on avocado toast? Well, they’re not only buying homes, but selling them too! More than 44 percent of Gen Z homeowners (ages 18 to 25) and 35 percent of millennials (ages 26 to 41) plan to sell their homes within the next year, according to new research from Coldwell Banker Real Estate. Risa Corson, a sales associate with Coldwell Banker in the Closter/Alpine area, says the pandemic is likely motivating some younger folks to sell. “Working remotely and looking at the quality of life have prompted many young people to move to warmer climates, as well as to more affordable areas,” she says, adding that low interest rates have been enabling younger generations to buy rather than rent. As for destinations? “Florida has been a very popular area for all ages—it’s not just for retirement,” Corson says. The research found that 59 percent of Gen Zers and 65 percent of millennials expect good real estate agents to use social media for marketing purposes. “Resonating with the younger generations is crucial,” says Corson. “Social media is important not just to show many homes I’m selling; it’s also the first place many potential clients look.” Young potential clients, she says, “want to know about me personally, not just about real estate.”
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Before heading out to a Memorial Day backyard barbecue, remember to honor our armed forces at parades and commemorative ceremonies. Many Bergen towns have returned to in-person events (though attendees should observe local safety regulations), including: • Fair Lawn: Parade and service at Memorial Park, May 30, 10:30 a.m. • Franklin Lakes: Wreath laying and service at Veterans Plaza, May 30, 9:30 a.m. • Lyndhurst: Service and parade at Town Hall Park, May 30, 10:30 a.m. • North Arlington: Parade and ceremony at Borough Hall, May 30, 2 p.m. • Old Tappan: Parade and ceremony at Oakes Park, May 30, 9:15 a.m. • Ridgewood: Service in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, May 30, 11 a.m. • Wyckoff: Parade beginning at Wyckoff Reformed Church, May 30, 11:30 a.m.
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