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Science & technology | Rays of hope

Exposure to the sun's UV radiation may be good for you

For now, though, keep the sun cream handy

[20240817_STP501]Photograph: Getty Images
Aug 12th 2024
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BASKING IN THE sun has been considered a health hazard for at least
four decades. The main risk comes from ultraviolet (UV) light, which
the Sun emits alongside visible radiation. This can increase the
chances of skin cancer--the number of diagnoses of which are rising--as
well as bringing on premature ageing and leading to wrinkles. As a
result, most developed countries recommend sunbathers protect their
skin in the heat of the day with sun cream, especially in the summer
months.

This article appeared in the Science & technology section of the
print edition under the headline "UV's bright side"

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