SHEDDING LIGHT ON ALL THINGS 'UNDER THE SUN'

FACTS, MYTH BUSTERS & INSIGHTS ON ALL THINGS SUN & SKINCARE RELATED

PROMISING DEVELOPMENTS IN SKIN CANCER RESEARCH

PROMISING DEVELOPMENTS IN SKIN CANCER RESEARCH

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While skin cancer prevention measures such as sunscreen application, wearing UPF clothing and hats, and avoidance of excessive UV exposure are crucial, advancements in research and treatments are equally vital in combating this disease. Some...

MYTH: SPF AND UPF ARE THE SAME THING

MYTH: SPF AND UPF ARE THE SAME THING

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Nope. SPF refers to sunscreen ratings while UPF is specific to sun protective clothing. SPF (Sun Protection Factor) rates protection from the UVB rays emitted by the sun. UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) measures the protection...

MYTH: TANNING BEDS ARE SAFER THAN THE SUN

MYTH: TANNING BEDS ARE SAFER THAN THE SUN

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Not a chance! If you don’t believe us, check out the facts provided by the Skin Cancer Foundation: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a proven human carcinogen. The International Agency for Research on Cancer, an affiliate...

FACT: EVERY DAY IS SUN PROTECTION DAY

FACT: EVERY DAY IS SUN PROTECTION DAY

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School and workday sun protection is just as important as weekend/beach/ vacation sun care. Most of us are aware that we should cover up and put on sunscreen when we head out for some weekend and summer fun.

But, the danger from UV rays doesn’t take a break when you return to school and work. In fact, many people are exposed to significant UV rays throughout the day that they are not even aware of.