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Does the Sun Cause or Prevent Cancer?

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Does the Sun Cause or Prevent Cancer?

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Apr 1 2023
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Over the past few decades, people have become increasingly aware of the risks associated with excessive exposure to UV radiation from sunlight, including skin cancer, photoaging, and cataracts.
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Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 313

Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 313   https://www.palmbeachillustrated.com/the-deal-with-vitamin-d/ When available, sun exposure is by far the best method to obtain vitamin D, producing up to 20,000 IU of vitamin D in 20 minutes of full-body exposure. Moreover, regular, non-burning sun exposure can save your life.… continue reading

Ontario Increasing Minimum Wage to $16.55 an Hour

Friday, March 31, 2023

Ontario Increasing Minimum Wage to $16.55 an Hour

Nearly a million workers will benefit from bigger paycheques on October 1
March 31, 2023 Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development

TORONTO — The Ontario government is increasing the minimum wage to $16.55 an hour on October 1, 2023.
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Everything you need to know before going in a tanning bed

Thursday, March 30, 2023
From preparation to aftercare, here are some essential tips for safe, full-body tanning  continue reading

Can Using an Indoor UV Device Improve Your Vitamin D Levels?

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Can Using an Indoor UV Device Improve Your Vitamin D Levels?

Friday, March 24th, 2023 SmartTan.com
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From GrassrootsHealth

When sunshine is not an option for you, using an indoor UV device may help

It is well known that the sun provides many health benefits, one of them being the production of vitamin D in the skin when the circumstances are right.
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