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Why your teeth will thank you for enjoying summer sunshine

Thursday, July 3, 2025

Why your teeth will thank you for enjoying summer sunshine

Lucy Stock from Gentle Dental Care explains how sunshine aids our skin’s absorption of vitamin D, which is crucial for tooth development

A man and a woman smiling in the sunshine More exposure to sunlight increases our levels of serotonin (Alamy Stock Photo)
Northern Ireland’s “four seasons in one day” weather pattern often provokes calls for mandatory sun days, due to their rarity.
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New Sunshine – July Promos

Thursday, July 3, 2025

From Sunlight to Science: How Dr. Cedric Garland Helped Paved the Way for Health Independence with Vitamin D

Thursday, July 3, 2025
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Vitamin D and Cardiovascular Health: Latest Evidence from an International Expert Panel

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

by Richard Z. Cheng, M.D., Ph.D.

Key Points

  • A newly published review, authored by an international team of scientists and clinicians, reinforces that vitamin D is essential for cardiovascular health, and existing guidelines are overdue for evidence-based revision.
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Make a Positive Impression: Promotional themes and strategies that resonate with young adults

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Make a Positive Impression: Promotional themes and strategies that resonate with young adults

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025 SmartTan.com
As the tanning industry continues to adapt to modern consumer preferences, so too must our approach to attracting new customers. Today’s young adult consumers represent the future of all tanning businesses.
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