Dermatologists concerned over long heat wave and skin cancer [Video]

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — A summer full of sunny days and time outside is always remembered as a good one, but not keeping a check on your health could come with consequences.

The heat wave has doctors concerned knowing families exposed without anything on their skins can cause a lot of damage, specifically skin cancer.

The rising UV index is the main way we can tell how bad the sun is for our skin. If it’s at 6 or 7 for the day, you’re at a high risk when not wearing any sun screen. 8 or higher is an extreme risk.

SPF 30 is great for daily use, SPF 50 if you’ll be out more than an hour.

Summertime is also a great chance to head to the dermatologist for skin checks. Sometimes those oddly shaped freckles can be more dangerous than you think and catching it early could save …