84,000 US melanoma diagnoses annually linked to incorrect sunscreen use; focus on proper application.
This Memorial Day, focus on proper sunscreen usage rather than selecting specific products. Incorrect sunscreen use is a common issue, with 84,000 US melanoma diagnoses annually, 90% linked to sunlight. Most sunscreen effectiveness relies on correct application. Dermatologists warn of six common errors, while European sunscreens in the EU, regulated as cosmetics, offer greater ingredient flexibility than US sunscreens regulated as drugs.
May 27, 2024
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