As I left campus on one of the first warm days of spring, I noticed many students enjoying outdoor activities and basking in the sunlight. I thought about my younger years. I was never a sun ...
UV (ultraviolet) radiation is the primary risk factor of skin cancer, including melanoma. And while most cases are tied to ...
Every July, UV Awareness Month shines a spotlight on the dangers of ultraviolet (UV) radiation and encourages the public to take simple, proactive steps to protect themselves. People may associate UV ...
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Skin is the largest organ in the body, and dermatologists are advising locals to take better care of it, especially in the Valley sun. They say daily sun exposure is a ...
On an average day in the United States, more than 1 million people invest both time and money visiting tanning salons. However, what many don't realize is that the damage they receive from the indoor ...
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – As summer continues and many people spend more time outside, sun protection is important. The sun can make or break a summer day, and while it is nice to be outside and ...
You know the sun can damage your skin, but what about your eyes? Ophthalmologist Jeff Pettey, MD, breaks down the risks of sun exposure to your vision, from painful short-term conditions to long-term ...