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Can sunscreen cause cancer? Here’s what the experts say

Sunscreen plays a crucial role in protecting our skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which is a known risk factor for skin cancer, including squamous cell cancer and melanoma. It's important to note that there is substantial evidence supporting the effectiveness of sunscreen in preventing these types…

The Times of India · Aug 14, 2023

MP who survived skin cancer pushes for sunscreen to be VAT exempt

SNP’s Amy Callaghan has cross-party support, and notes 16,000 new cases of melanoma are diagnosed in UK each year

The Guardian - UK · Aug 13, 2023

Skin cancer screening guidelines can seem confusing – three skin cancer researchers explain when to consider getting checked

Protecting oneself from the summer sun and its damaging ultraviolet rays is often not straightforward. And public health messaging around when and how to be screened for skin cancer has become somewhat confusing.

The Conversation · Aug 11, 2023

Skin cancer cases reach record high in UK with sharp rise among older adults

Cancer Research UK says melanoma cases ‘could soar’ by 50% over next 20 years and warns against sunburn

The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2023

How to check if you have skin cancer: Symptoms and signs to look out for

Skin cancer diagnoses in the UK hit record levels of 17,545 a year between 2017-19

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2023

Warning as skin cancer cases reach record high

A particular increase has been seen among over 55s.

The Independent UK · Jul 6, 2023

Skin cancer warning as UK cases reach record high with cheap package holidays blamed

Melanoma skin cancer cases expected to rise by around 50% over next 20 years

The Independent UK · Jul 6, 2023

Moles changing on your skin could be sign of deadly disease that kills 2,000 a year

While most marks on the skin can be completely harmless, in some cases moles are cancerous - but when detected early and with the best care, melanoma is survivable

Daily Mirror · Jun 30, 2023

Influencer Tammy Hembrow angers fans by tanning in bikini weeks after having skin cancer removed

Influencer says: ‘People are silly if they think I can never go in the sun in a bikini again’

The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2023

Doctors reveal 'red flag' skin cancer symptoms to catch it early

With the country subject a heat warning this weekend it's vital people take precautions to avoid potentially serious damage

Wales Online · Jun 25, 2023