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UV Exposure from Sources Other Than the Sun Part of May Sunshine Month
Friday, May 8, 2020
These results show that artificial sources of UV light could be used to achieve a vitamin D level at or above 40 ng/ml (100 nmol/L), but that consistency is important. As with sun exposure, it is also important to be mindful of duration and not burn. continue reading
Municipal and provincial parks to reopen as Nova Scotia eases COVID-19 restrictions
Thursday, May 7, 2020
The Nova Scotia government announced Friday it is immediately easing some public health restrictions around COVID-19, including opening all municipal and provincial parks. continue reading
There is always HOPE! May is Sunshine Month
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
This month's series about 'Sun' and how to use it safely, is one more area where we want to help everyone see what the lack of sun exposure leads to--certainly unintended consequences. Help others, help yourselves now... it CAN be done! YOU are doing it! continue reading
Your Shadow Can Tell You if it’s the Right Time to Make Vitamin D – Sunshine Month
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
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Your Shadow Can Tell You if it’s the Right Time to Make Vitamin D
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Greetings!
Vitamin D, also known as the “sunshine vitamin,” is synthesized in the skin following direct exposure to UVB rays. However, the UV index must be over 3 to make vitamin D, which usually occurs around midday between 10am and 2pm. |
COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS) IN FLORIDA & NEW YORK. SUNLIGHT?
Monday, May 4, 2020
There are certain geographical and population differences in Covid 19 incidence and death that may provide some insight. Thus, New York and Florida provide interesting contrasts for the difference in incidence. continue reading
