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Most skin cancer appears after age 50, but damage from the sun starts at a young age. By protecting your skin from the sun today, you can prevent skin cancer later in life.... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The UV Safety Month toolkit offers information and ideas on to spread the message of sun, fun and UV safety to your community. ... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
While some exposure to sunlight can be enjoyable, too much can be dangerous. Follow these tips to enjoy the sun safely.... Details >
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Although dark skin does not burn in the sun as easily as fair skin, everyone is at risk for skin cancer. Learn how to protect yourself.... Details >
The beach can be a dangerous place, but these beach safety tips can help you minimize risks. ... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides skin cancer prevention information and resources targeted to parents, care givers, and children. ... Details >
Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Spending time in the sun increases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To reduce this risk, consumers should regularly use sun protection measures. ... Details >
This article explains to kids how to have fun outdoors in the sun and be safe from sun burn and other sun-related health problems.... Details >
Deliberate tanning, either indoors or out, increases your risk of melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancer. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) offers this consumer alert noting myths and truths about indo... Details >
Follow these 10 guidelines to limit your sun exposure and reduce your skin cancer risk. ... Details >