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GrassrootsHealth Survey Finds Dermatologists Believe UV Exposure Is a Viable form of Treatment, Yet Still Lobby Against Sun Exposure

Monday, June 15, 2015
Dermatologists see value in UV exposure to treat non-lethal skin conditions, but still do not know that UV exposure is the body's most natural and abundant source of vitamin D continue reading

Let it shine: 10 reasons why sunshine is good for your health

Monday, June 15, 2015
To reap the vitamin D benefits, enjoy the sun safely but take care not to burn. This window of time varies from person to person – depending on skin type, time of day, time of year and location. continue reading

Alberta’s vitamin D dilemma – what you need to know

Thursday, June 11, 2015
I find it frustrating that our health-care system will no longer support testing to the general population on such an important vitamin that has had numerous amounts of research supporting its usage, especially in preventing disease. continue reading

USA ‘Tan Tax’ Repeal Bill Introduced with Bipartisan Support

Wednesday, June 10, 2015
Championed by the American Suntanning Association (ASA) and bolstered by new bipartisan efforts in Congress, U.S. Rep. George Holding (R-NC) on Tuesday introduced “The Tanning Tax Repeal Act of 2015” – legislation to repeal the 10 percent federal excise tax on indoor tanning services enacted in 2010. continue reading

Here Comes the Sun

Wednesday, June 10, 2015
A little bit of sunlight can do a lot of good for your health. continue reading

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