Swedish researchers at the Umeå University argue that there´s not enough evidence proving benefits of sunscreens.
One of the most increasing forms of cancer in Sweden, skin cancer is linked to sun exposure and many believe in the use of sunscreens for guaranteed protection.
According to the Radiation Safety Authority, applying sunscreen provides protection from the sun, yet researchers at the Umeå University are doubting the results. “The scientific support that sunscreen protects against skin cancer is weak. Therefore, one should be careful in recommending it as a protection,” said Bengt Järvholm, a senior physician and professor at Umeå.-- excerpt, rest at link above --
"I wish it need not have happened in my time," said Frodo.
"So do I," said Gandalf, "and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us."
all I know is in younger years if I was on Padre Island without sunscreen it would be a few of the worst days of my life afterwards.
Never happened that bad after I learned about sunscreen
“I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them.” . ~ Thomas Jefferson
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