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Revealed: Why some people are more likely to get skin cancer
Friday, May 11, 2018
Researchers discovered 14 new genes and found people with European heritage will tan more darkly after sun exposure. continue reading
Skin Cancer vs. Sunscreen – The Dilemma
Thursday, May 10, 2018
As a health conscious individual or parent, all you hear from your doctor is – sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen! But is it that black or white? Will not using sunscreen shorten your lifespan or lengthen it? continue reading
Vitamin D Deficiency by Season
Wednesday, May 9, 2018
During the summertime, for example, there is a 70% decreased risk of vitamin D deficiency compared to the winter time. continue reading
Sunbeds Best ‘D’ Source: Study
Wednesday, May 9, 2018
A European study showed that three non-burning sunbed sessions weekly was more effective at raising vitamin D blood levels than 1,000 IU of daily vitamin D pills. continue reading
What is the Proper Amount of Time to Be in the Sun?
Tuesday, May 8, 2018
A minimal erythema dose is defined by a pinkness of the skin about 1-6 hours after sun exposure, going away within 24 hours. Sunny Hippocrates, our sunshine cartoon mascot, says to get no more than a *smidge* pink. There is no single erythema dose or sun exposure time recommendation, due in part to differences in skin type and .... continue reading
