1) How often should you apply sunscreen to young children attending Cup Match?a) once for the whole day is fineb) you need only reapply it if the child gets wet and the cream washes offc) every two hours2) How long should infants six months and under spend at the match?a) infants six months and under should not be at the match as the sun exposure even in the shade, can cause them to become dehydrated and/or their skin to burnb) infants under six months can spend up to six hours at the match as long as they wear a large brimmed hat and lots of sunscreen — SPF 30 and abovec) infants under six months can spend all day at the match provided they are kept in a covered stroller3) Should seniors be wary of spending all day on the grounds at Cup Match?a) No. Seniors face the same risks as people in their 20s and 30s when it comes to sun exposure and dehydration so they can spend all day at the matchb) Yes. Ageing causes thinning of the skin which makes the skin more sensitive to the sun and sunburn more likely. Seniors are also at greater risk for dehydrationc) No. As you age your body gets tougher and is better able to withstand the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Older people also retain more water so dehydration is not a risk factor4) Does it matter what colours or fabrics infants and toddlers wear in the heat?a) No it doesn’t matter as long as they have talcum powder onb) They should wear light breathable natural fabrics like cotton. The colour doesn’t matterc) They should wear light, breathable natural fabrics like cotton in white or pastel colours5) Why is it important to keep our bodies cool despite the heat?a) to avoid offending people with sweating and bad body odourb) our bodies function within a narrow temperature range and when they get too hot normal body function is compromisedc) to avoid the body overheating and possible sun or heat stroked) b and c are correctAnswers:1 c) You should use a PABA-free sun block with SPF 30 or higher that contains zinc and /or titanium oxides. This should be applied to all exposed areas at least every two hours.2 a) According to paediatrician Sylvanus Nawab, infants should not be taken to the match grounds if they are six months or younger.3 b) Although we age at different rates, thinning skin is a natural part of the process and as such it’s important to use extra protection against the sun’s rays. Seniors are also more prone to dehydration so should be wary of high heat and humidity.4 c) Light cotton in light colours allow infants and toddlers (actually all of us) more of a chance to be cool. Dark colours retain heat and thus keep you hot. Additionally, in the case of infants and toddlers who are not able to fully express themselves, it is important to note that the dark colours and heavy fabrics may not show sweat readily.5 d) Answers b and c are correct.