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Health

Don't get (sun)burned this 4th of July weekend

Adding sun protection to your holiday gatherings takes little effort and can help you avoid the pain and potential side effects of sunburn.

Jul 3, 2023

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Health

Protect your baby from the sun's harmful UV rays

Summer's here and the Mayo Clinic says babies need protection from the sun's damaging UV rays, too.

Jun 26, 2023

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Health

Sunburn treatment: What works?

Great summer days are full of relaxation, fun and plenty of sunshine. Unfortunately, spending too much time in the sun can lead to a sunburn. Your skin may be inflamed, painful and feel hot to the touch.

Aug 5, 2022

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Health

Fun in the sun does not have to mean a sunburn

July is UV Safety Month, which makes this a good time to learn about avoiding the harmful effects of ultraviolet, or UV, radiation from sunlight.

Jul 15, 2022

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Oncology & Cancer

Survey reveals public confusion about risks of tanning and sunburns

A recent American Academy of Dermatology survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults revealed a significant increase in both tanning and number of sunburns in 2021 compared to 2020. Since tanning and sunburns can increase the risk ...

May 25, 2022

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Oncology & Cancer

Sun protection misinformation still common

Many U.S. adults misunderstand how to protect themselves from the sun to reduce their risk of skin cancer, according to a survey released by the American Academy of Dermatology.

May 4, 2022

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Health

Health care visits for sunburn are rare

(HealthDay)—Health care encounters for the diagnosis of sunburn are uncommon but not negligible, according to a research letter published online Aug. 11 in JAMA Dermatology.

Aug 13, 2021

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Oncology & Cancer

Video: How does sunscreen work? Can it really prevent wrinkles and cancer?

It's summer, and before you head to the beach or pool, you might slather on sunscreen.

Jul 28, 2021

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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Sunburns severe enough to warrant admission described

(HealthDay)—Sunburns severe enough to warrant admission to a specialist burn service are described in a research letter published online May 12 in JAMA Dermatology.

May 12, 2021

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