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Article: American Academy of Dermatology: Labor Day Plans Should Include Sunscreen And Sun Safety; Using Sunscreen Correctly and Reapplying It Can Prevent Skin Cancer.
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- August 29, 2002
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill. -- If you and your family and friends have outdoor plans for the Labor Day weekend, be sure you don't "labor" under the falsehood that a little color won't hurt you or that a tan today can't harm you down the road. In fact, overexposure to the sun is the leading cause of skin cancer, including melanoma, the deadliest form of the disease. To prevent skin cancer, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends adopting a comprehensive sun protection program, including using sunscreen correctly.
"While most people know that the sun's rays are dangerous, that does not always translate into recognizable protective actions," said dermatologist ...