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Higher UV Exposure Linked to Lower Mortality in Major UK Study

Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Taken together, the findings suggest that when both risks and benefits are considered, habitual UV exposure may offer a net survival advantage at the population level. continue reading

Everyone Wins with a Strong New Employee Orientation Program

Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Great article from Smart Tan Magazine, just click on the link continue reading

Vitamin D deficiency linked to respiratory infection risk

Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Scientists found that those with a severe deficiency (below 15 nmol/L) were 33 per cent more likely to be admitted to hospital for treatment than those with sufficient levels of vitamin D(at least 75nmol/L). continue reading

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