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Practical guide to sun protection.

Raymond Ramirez·Jeffrey Schneider
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Sun exposure is the major cause of accelerated skin aging and skin cancer. Proper sun protection includes: (1) Limiting time in the midday sun, (2) Checking the Ultraviolet (UV) index, (3) Using shade wisely, (4) Wearing protective clothing especially broad hats and eyewear, (5) Using sunscreen properly, (6) Avoiding sunlamps and tanning beds.

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Raymond Ramirez, Jeffrey Schneider. 2003. Practical guide to sun protection.. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0039-6109(02)00186-x

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