In the News
Is sunscreen killing B.C.’s Cowichan River?
Tuesday, July 24, 2018
JCTA Note: I posted this on the article: Are sunscreens actually working to reduce the risk of skin cancer? According to the article skin cancers rates have been increasing since the 70s and the latest systematic review on chemical sunscreens says NO - Silva 2018 continue reading
People who tan in gyms tan more often, and more addictively, than others, new research shows
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
People who tan in gyms tan more often, and more addictively, than others, new research shows
July 18, 2018, University of Connecticut
And the Winner Is…
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Simple yet effective, Facebook contests are progressing into the new way tanning salons are growing their social media audience. They’re a fun approach to engage users and create a sense of community. continue reading
Are sunscreens effective against skin cancer?
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
A meta-analysis of 29 studies showed no significant association between skin cancer and sunscreen use (European Journal of Dermatology, April 1, 2018). continue reading
Sunlight Institute Responses to sun articles 7/9/18—7/15/18
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
Sunlight Institute Responses to sun articles 7/9/18—7/15/18
http://saudigazette.com.sa/article/538533/SAUDI-ARABIA/Exposure-to-sun-poses-major-health-risks-Health-Ministry
Avoiding the sun during midday means that you are avoiding vitamin D production. There is no vitamin D production in early morning or late evening. Sun exposure is vital to human health. Consider the following:
- Seventy-five percent of melanoma occurs on areas of the body that are seldom or never exposed to sun
- Women who sunbathe regularly have half the risk of death during a 20-year period compared to those who stay indoors.
