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10 Aug
How Common Drugs, Lotions Can Worsen Sunlight's Harm to Your Skin

How Common Drugs, Lotions Can Worsen Sunlight's Harm to Your Skin

Most folks know that a good sunscreen can guard against the sun's harmful rays, but many might not realize that some medications and creams can undo some of that protection.

“There are multiple reasons we should be mindful of excessive sun exposure aside from skin ...

14 Jul
Have Fun in the Sun, But Protect Your Skin, Expert Says

Have Fun in the Sun, But Protect Your Skin, Expert Says

Roughly 20% of Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer at some point in their lives, but it's not inevitable.

Skin cancer is not only the most common cancer, it's also the most preventable. Most of the time, too much sun exposure is to blame.

"When it comes to ski...

02 Jul
Biden Administration Proposes Rule to Tackle Extreme Heat in the Workplace

Biden Administration Proposes Rule to Tackle Extreme Heat in the Workplace

As millions of Americans grapple with blistering heat this summer, the Biden Administration on Tuesday proposed a new rule to address excessive heat in the workplace.

If the first major federal safety standard of its kind becomes final, the

26 May
Stay Safe From the Sun & That Backyard Grill This Memorial Day

Stay Safe From the Sun & That Backyard Grill This Memorial Day

Memorial Day means firing up that backyard grill for the season, hopefully under warm, sunny skies.

You can be sure to enjoy the day without hazards by taking a few simple precautions, said Dr. Mike Ren

02 May
A Third of Young Adults Still Believe 'Tan Is Healthier' Myth: Survey

A Third of Young Adults Still Believe 'Tan Is Healthier' Myth: Survey

Brianna Starr, 29, didn't think twice about sunbathing without sunscreen, hoping to get a golden tan that to many connotes health and beauty.

But when her sister was diagnosed with mela...

09 Aug
Vacations in the Sun Aren't Good for Your Skin's Microbiome

Vacations in the Sun Aren't Good for Your Skin's Microbiome

It's already known that the "healthy glow"of a tan actually represents damage to skin cells.

But a new study of people on vacation has found that sunbathing also can disrupt the skin's microbiome, altering the populations of bacteria that live on the skin in ways that co...

03 Aug
Golfers, Don't Forget Sunscreen: Your Skin Cancer Risk Is Higher

Golfers, Don't Forget Sunscreen: Your Skin Cancer Risk Is Higher

Golfing may be a great way to get outdoors and enjoy the pleasures of a classic summer pastime. But a new study warns that walking the greens for hours on end without adequate sun protection may notably increase the risk for skin cancer.

Researchers in Australia fou...

21 Jul
Need Vitamin D, But Need to Watch the Sun? Here's How You Do It

Need Vitamin D, But Need to Watch the Sun? Here's How You Do It

Your body needs vitamin D, the "sunshine" vitamin, but too much time in the sun can increase your risk for skin cancer.

An expert offers tips for boosting vitamin D intake while staying safe from the sun and this summer's record-high temperatures.

"Vitamin D is im...

16 Jul
Summer Skin Care Tips for Those With Darker Skin

Summer Skin Care Tips for Those With Darker Skin

Dermatologist Dr. Caroline Opene is often asked if certain types of sun blocks are better for people with darker skin.

Not necessarily, says the director of the University of California, Lo...

05 Jul
'Browning Lotions' Are the Latest Summertime Trend, But Are They Safe?

'Browning Lotions' Are the Latest Summertime Trend, But Are They Safe?

People are using "browning lotions"to tan quickly, but experts are questioning the safety of this trend driven by social media influencers.

Browning lotions work with the sun's UV rays to darken skin faster.

"It is important to know that a tan is never considered t...

29 Jun
Protect Your Kids in Blistering Summer Heat

Protect Your Kids in Blistering Summer Heat

Enjoy that summer sun, but keep some safety tips in mind, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advises parents.

"It's great to see children enjoying nature and reaping the benefits of outdoor activities,"Atlanta-based pediatrician

25 Jun
Protect Your Baby From the Sun's Harmful UV Rays

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.

It only takes one severe sunburn during childhood or adolescence to nearly double the risk for a deadly melanoma later in life, according to the American Academy of Dermat...

10 May
Summer's Near: What's the Best Sunscreen for You?

Summer's Near: What's the Best Sunscreen for You?

It's easy to keep your skin safer in the summer sun if you have the right sunscreen.

UCLA Health offers some tips for picking the best type and SPF level.

Getting sunburned just five times in a lifetime doubles the risk of getting melanoma, the most serious skin c...

06 Jul
Many Gen Z Americans Have Sun Safety All Wrong

Many Gen Z Americans Have Sun Safety All Wrong

You might think everyone knows by now to protect against the sun's rays, but many Gen Zers apparently haven't gotten the message.

In a recent survey of 1,000 U.S. adults by the American Academy of Dermatology, many of these 18- to 25-year-olds were unaware of the risks f...

02 Apr
Newer Sunscreens Can Better Match Your Skin Tone

Newer Sunscreens Can Better Match Your Skin Tone

Newer sunscreens that can match your skin tone may encourage more people to use sunscreen, an expert says.

"The lighter a person's skin, the higher their risk for skin cancer," said Dr. Henry Li...

09 Dec
More Time Outdoors May Lower Risk of MS in Youth

More Time Outdoors May Lower Risk of MS in Youth

Children at risk for multiple sclerosis (MS) might find some protection from the disease by spending more time in the sun, a small study suggests.

Although MS is rare in children and young adults, those with relatives who have the condition have increased odds of develop...

18 Nov
Protecting Your Skin From Sun Won't Weaken Your Bones: Study

Protecting Your Skin From Sun Won't Weaken Your Bones: Study

Most people know that sun-sourced vitamin D is good for their bones. So could avoiding the sun to reduce skin cancer risk weaken your bones?

A new study brings a reassuring answer: "Sun-protective" behavior -- wearing long sleeves, seeking shade or using sunscreen -- "wa...

31 Oct
Caring for a New Baby's Skin, Hair and Nails

Caring for a New Baby's Skin, Hair and Nails

Caring for a baby's delicate skin, hair and nails can be intimidating, but five simple steps can make it easier, according to an expert from the American Academy of Dermatology.

"With their tiny hands and feet, babies can seem so fragile and vulnerable," said dermatologi...

27 Aug
Don't Forget to Apply Sunscreen Before & After Water Fun

Don't Forget to Apply Sunscreen Before & After Water Fun

If you're at the beach or pool, applying sunscreen before and after you've been in the water is a must, a cancer specialist says.

The intensity of exposure to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays "is higher under water than it is above water," said Dr. Arun Mavanur. He is a sur...

11 Aug
One Key Question Can Help Spot Skin Cancer

One Key Question Can Help Spot Skin Cancer

When a suspicious skin lesion sends you scurrying to a dermatologist, asking for a full-body skin check could save your life.

Dermatologists are twice as likely to find skin cancer with a full-body check, a new study reveals. More than half of the skin cancers discovere...

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