Addressing sun exposure misinformation, such as online tanning trends and sunscreen myths, is important, but effective advice about UV protection is crucial, too. ‘No tan, no burn’ is the goal.
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Among a range of proposed reforms, Australia’s therapeutic goods regulator outlines 3 options for SPF labelling – including removing the numbers altogether.
No wonder consumers are confused about whether sunscreens actually work. Here’s what’s behind the latest news.
New research suggests yes, you may need to take a vitamin D supplement.
Early products focused on tanning. Others roasted you like a chicken. Which of these claims can you remember?
Widespread screening for skin cancer may not be necessary, but it is important to understand the risks behind UV overexposure and to get checked early if you have concerns.
Move over beach umbrellas, it’s the summer of the beach cabana. But these popular sun shelters may not protect you as much as you think.
Sunscreen is one of the most important ways to protect yourself from skin cancer – but to be reliable, it has to be tested on brave volunteers.
Our ancient ancestors didn’t have clothes or houses – but that constant exposure to the sun helped their skin protect itself from the worst sun damage.
Whenever summer rolls around, it’s easy to forget the basics of sunscreen. How long should I wait after applying it to go in the sun, and how long can I stay in the sun with it on?
Energy from the sun’s rays can cause skin damage and cancers. Sunscreens can absorb or reflect the dangerous UV light. Here’s how it works.
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Adjunct Professor, School of Psychology, Curtin University and College of Health and Medicine, Australian National University
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Research Chemist, University of California, Riverside
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Postdoctoral Researcher, Dermatology Research Centre, The University of Queensland
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Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology and Epidemiology, University of Colorado Anschutz
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Assistant Professor of Dermatology, University of Colorado Anschutz
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Research Fellow in Medico-Legal History, Australian National University
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Evan Pugh University Professor of Anthropology, Penn State
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Professor of Dermatology, The University of Queensland
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Professor in Chemistry, School of Science (Applied Chemistry & Environmental Science), RMIT University
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Director Radiation Research and Advice, Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA), and Adjunct Associate Professor, University of Wollongong
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Assistant Research Professor of Dermatology, University of Colorado Anschutz
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Researcher, Population Health Program, QIMR Berghofer
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Professor and Senior Group Leader, QIMR Berghofer
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Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Health, Southern Cross University