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Sunburn Prevention: Changing lives for Skin Type II tanners

Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Her transformation story is a testament to what Smart Tan salons can do when they understand delayed pigment darkening in fair-skinned Type II tanners — a cornerstone of Smart Tan’s UV Tanning Certification. continue reading

B.C. takes next steps in COVID-19 response – April 8th

Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Starting on Friday, April 8, 2022, at 12:01 a.m., the following changes will take place: continue reading

Ontario Working for Workers by Raising the Minimum Wage

Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Ontario is working for workers by raising the general minimum wage to $15.50 per hour, starting October 1, 2022. This eight per cent increase over one year will help workers keep up with rising costs and inflation. continue reading

Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 264

Monday, April 4, 2022
Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 264   https://www.newsmax.com/health/health-news/medications-chronotherapy-time-effectiveness/2021/12/28/id/1050187/ As to the section on osteoporosis: There are better methods than taking drugs. The answer to osteoporosis lies in regular, non-burning sun exposure. One often-overlooked study from Spain showed that women who were avid sunbathers or sun-seekers had only one-eleventh the risk of hip fracture as women who avoided the sunlight.… continue reading

Are You Getting Enough Sunlight?

Monday, April 4, 2022
Go out into the sun sometime between 11 a.m.–3 p.m. if you can. Go on a walk during your lunch break for optimal sunlight and vitamin D production. continue reading

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