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The Pros and Cons of UV Exposure

When we talk about being sun smart – many are quick to list all of the good things that the sun can do for us.  Here is a great illustration outlining the pros and cons of UV exposure.

Pros include Vitamin D, and stimulation of Endorphins.

Cons include premature aging, wrinkles, Skin Cancer (Including Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, and Melanoma), Cataracts, and immune suppression.

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