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Topic: UVA RaysResults reveal many provide excellent protection from UVA & UVB rays, some at a low cost; Natural sunscreens don’t work all that well according to CR’s tests
But there’s good news too: many of the sunscreens Consumer Reports tested met their SPF claims and some of the most effective products were also the lowest-priced. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Consumer Reports Tests Raise Questions About Some Sunscreens Claimed SPF ProtectionMany provide excellent protection from UVA and UVB rays; Five common myths about sunscreen debunked
In its tests of 20 sunscreens, Consumer Reports found two products – BullFrog WaterAmor Sport InstaCool SPF 50+ and Coppertone Sensitive Skin SPF 50 – that provided the SPF promised on the label. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Department of Health says Stay Safe in the Summer SunEasy Steps Help Prevent Skin Cancer
The Tennessee Department of Health is reminding Tennesseans of easy steps to follow to protect your skin this summer and all through the year. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Consumer Reports: Store Brands from Target and Walmart Top Latest Sunscreen RatingsTests find some products don’t meet SPF claims; paying more for sunscreen may not buy more protection from harmful UVA and UVB rays
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) now has new rules governing sunscreens. According to the agency, one of the most important requirements is the testing and labeling that identifies sunscreens that are “broad spectrum.” Broad spectrum means that the sunscreen should offer protection against UVB and UVA rays. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Department of Health says its the Season to do Yard and Farm Work Safely
The Tennessee Department of Health and the Department of Environment and Conservation are reminding professionals and amateurs alike to think about health and safety as outdoor work calls. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Department of Health says Summer Seven can Destroy Good Health
Most injuries and illnesses occurring from July through September can be avoided with a liberal application of prevention. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Practice Sun Safety to stay Healthy this SummerJuly is UV Safety Month
TDOH is joining the national observance of UV Safety Month this July. This health observance was created by the American Academy of Ophthalmology to educate people about the need to protect their eyes from the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet rays. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
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Consumer Reports Health: Tests Reveal Top Performing SunscreensPlus, other options for protecting your skin when the mercury rises
Consumer Reports Health identifies three “CR Best Buys:” Up & Up Sport SPF 30 (Target), No-Ad with Aloe and Vitamin E SPF 45, and Equate Baby SPF 50. The Up & Up is a spray while the other two products are lotions. On UVB protection, all three products provide “Excellent” protection, while providing “Very Good” protection against UVA radiation, which penetrates deeper than UVB, and can cause tanning and aging the skin. But consumers shouldn’t rely on sunscreen alone, notes the report. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
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