Cutis Rhomboidalis Nuchae
Cutis Rhomboidalis Nuchae: Condition information and pictures for adults - Overview. Cutis rhomboidalis nuchae refers to the manifestation of long-term, prolonged sun exposure and resultant damage to... Chronic sun damage can lead to ... [... more]
Visual Dx Health |
Suntanning
Recent Advances in Planning and Response to Radiation Emergencies The following FAQ has been developed by our topic editors for this category: The following health physics questions have been answered by an expert and approved by our editors for ... [... more]
hps.org |
Sun Safety
By teaching kids how to enjoy fun in the sun safely, parents can reduce their risk for developing skin cancer. We all need some sun exposure; it's our primary source of vitamin D, which helps us absorb calcium for stronger, healthier bones. But ... [... more]
Kids Health |
Sunglasses
A number of scientific studies indicate that spending long hours in the sun without eye protection can damage your eyes by contributing to cataracts, macular degeneration and growths on the eye, including cancer. Based on these studies, ... [... more]
Medem |
The Truth About Indoor Tanning
As the temperatures rise and shorts replace pants, pale winter skin may sway some to consider the speedy effects of indoor tanning to achieve a bronze summer glow. However, indoor tanning is even more dangerous than outdoor sun exposure. He ... [... more]
Osteopathic Assoc |
Sunburn: All - MayoClinic.com
Sunburn - Comprehensive overview covers prevention, home treatments and when to see your doctor. You know sunburn when it happens: red, painful skin that feels hot to the touch. Sunburn usually appears within a few hours after sun exposure and ... [... more]
Mayo Clinic |
Cosmetic Products and Ingredients
Required Warning Statement for Tanning Products without Sunscreen Links to FDA information about tanning products. Sunless Tanners and Bronzers Hypertext updated by cjm December 18, 2006 FDA Authority and Policy Cosmetic Products and ... [... more]
Food Safety & Applied Nutrition |
Cancer - Skin Cancer Questions and Answers
What does a suntan indicate? Why does the skin tan when exposed to the sun? Not everyone burns or tans in the same manner. Are there ways to classify different skin types? Do sunscreens need to be reapplied during the course of a day? Some ... [... more]
Centers for Disease Control |
It's hurricane and tropical storm season. Learn more:
MedlinePlus Health Information from the National Library of Medicine Start here with 750 topics on conditions, diseases and wellness About your prescription and over-the-counter medicines, herbs and supplements A service for finding local ... [... more]
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It's hurricane and tropical storm season. Learn more:
MedlinePlus Health Information from the National Library of Medicine Start here with 750 topics on conditions, diseases and wellness About your prescription and over-the-counter medicines, herbs and supplements A service for finding local ... [... more]
medlineplus.gov |
Summer Eye Safety Tips
It's summertime, which means the days are longer and more time is spent outdoors. Increased time in the sun poses risk to more than just your skin, though. The American Academy of Ophthalmology stresses the importance of eye protection from the ... [... more]
geteyesmart.org |
National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Home Page
Official website of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NIH is one of the world's foremost medical research centers. An agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the NIH is the Federal focal point for health research. The ... [... more]
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