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10 Places To Go In Toronto To Get The Perfect Tan

Monday, February 24, 2020
Some of our JCTA Members make the top 10 list for places to tan in Toronto. Congratulations. continue reading

Lecture throws light on vitamin D deficiency

Friday, February 21, 2020
Many factors can contribute to vitamin D deficiency such as over use of sun screen, wearing clothes that cover most of the skin, and working inside all day in an air-conditioned atmosphere,” he added. continue reading

Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles Feb 2nd to Feb 19th

Friday, February 21, 2020
Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles Feb 2nd to Feb 19th   https://www.pulseheadlines.com/5-things-you-can-do-to-prevent-cancer/73684/ Another thing that can be done to reduce cancer risk is to assure plenty of non-burning sun exposure. For example, women in Iran who are always covered up, have ten times the risk of breast cancer as those who have plenty of sun exposure.… continue reading

How lack of sunlight can harm our bodies and minds

Thursday, February 20, 2020
When you’re basking in the sun, the lens in your eyes pick up on the ultraviolet light and moves it onto the retina, according to the U.S. Library of Medicine. This triggers the release of serotonin, a hormone that can elevate mood. Conversely, darker lighting releases melatonin, a hormone that helps you get to sleep, said Austin Lim, a neuroscience professor at DePaul.  continue reading

Belgium: Medical certificate no longer required after court case to use a sunbed

Friday, February 14, 2020
The Belgian Federation of solarium operators (FeBelSol) welcomes the decision of the Council of State which cancels the 2017 royal decree (AR) relating to solariums, continue reading

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