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The Known Health Effects of UV (Copyright © World Health Organization)

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Type: Internet Page
Language: English
Website: http://www.who.int/uv/faq/uvhealtfac/en/index.html

This publication has information about the differences between UVA and UVB rays. It describes how UV radiation affects the skin, eyes, and immune system.

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This publication is available only on the Internet.

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World Health Organization
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Phone: 4122-791-211

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