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What clothes to wear to protect yourself from the sun?

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

August 28, 2024

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To protect yourself from the sun, in addition to creams, hats and sunglasses, here are some tips on the clothing ...

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Vitamin D: no, sunscreen does not prevent its production

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

May 28, 2024

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Two British researchers assure that we can use sunscreen without fear of vitamin D deficiency. THE ESSENTIAL Some people believe ...

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Exposure to the sun would enhance the passion

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

May 6, 2023

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The regulation of the endocrine system, responsible for the release of sex hormones in humans, could be affected by exposure ...

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Artificial tanning: what are the dangers?

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

April 12, 2023

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An ANSES researcher discusses the dangers associated with artificial UV tanning. THE ESSENTIAL Cancer, sunburn, accelerated skin aging, ocular inflammation ...

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Skin cancer, damaged DNA: beware of UV lamps that dry out the varnish

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

February 3, 2023

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Lamps for drying and curing nail polish, for permanent or semi-permanent manicures, are said to be bad for your health ...

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Departures on vacation: coffee reduces drowsiness at the wheel… but does not dispense with breaks!

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

May 6, 2022

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Drinking a double espresso or caffeinated beverage before hitting the road decreases microsleep episodes. THE ESSENTIAL 57% of French people ...

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Sunscreens: a common compound makes them less effective, even harmful to health

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

April 8, 2022

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After only two hours of sun exposure, some sunscreens offer very limited protection against ultraviolet rays and can even be ...

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True or false ? 7 misconceptions about skin cancer deciphered

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

April 1, 2022

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While many misconceptions circulate on the issue, Why Doctor explains to you, with the National Syndicate of Dermatologists-Venereologists, how to ...

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Deconfinement: dermatologists warn against excessive sun exposure

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

April 1, 2022

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Even if we all want to be outside, we must not forget the basic rules with the sun: no exposure ...

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Covid-19: UV would help slow the transmission of the virus

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

March 19, 2022

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The transmission of Covid-19 would be seasonal, in particular due to the impact of UV rays on the SARS-CoV-2 virus. ...

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Burns, cancers, endometriosis: tanning booths are definitely bad for your health

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

March 18, 2022

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Tanning booths promote endometriosis, a chronic inflammatory disease that is very disabling on a daily basis for women who suffer ...

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How to avoid sunburn

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

March 9, 2022

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After two months of confinement, the temptation is great to bask in the sun all summer. An attractive but dangerous ...

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Three times more skin cancers: watch out for the Breton sun

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

March 8, 2022

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With 64 deaths on average each year, Brittany is the French region most affected by skin cancer, mainly caused by ...

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Coronavirus: UV rays harmless to humans to kill airborne coronaviruses

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

March 7, 2022

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According to a new study, 99.9% of seasonal viruses in airborne droplets were destroyed after exposure to far UV wavelength, ...

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Harmless to health and effective UV lamps for disinfecting Covid-19

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

March 5, 2022

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British researchers have developed special UV lamps to disinfect surfaces against Covid-19 and which are harmless to health. THE ESSENTIAL ...

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Sunlight changes our gut microbiome

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

February 17, 2022

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Canadian researchers show, in a study, that exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays leads to changes in the intestinal microbiome, the ...

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Sun creams: traces in our blood after just one day of application

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

February 6, 2022

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A study conducted by the US Food and Drug Administration reveals the blood concentration of certain sunscreen compounds at levels ...

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Winter ski holidays: how to protect yourself from the sun

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

February 2, 2022

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While many French people have gone on a skiing holiday, Why Doctor takes stock of the reflexes to adopt to ...

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UV cabins: an American woman finds herself with a hole in her head after having abused it

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

January 25, 2022

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In the United States, a 34-year-old woman who had been using UV cabins for a decade without protection developed a ...

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Skin cancer: ANSES calls for the closure of tanning booths

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

January 24, 2022

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The National Health Security Agency (Anses) publishes an opinion, this Wednesday, October 10, calling for the cessation of tanning booths. ...

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Tanning booths: from well-being to health scandal

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

January 15, 2022

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THE ESSENTIAL The Health Bill should not lead to a ban on tanning booths. On the other hand, several regulations ...

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UV: many tanning salons around the world do not follow the law

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

January 10, 2022

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Many tanning salons around the world do not adhere to applicable laws that are supposed to protect clients (especially minors) ...

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Sunscreens “resistant to water”: an English association points out their limited effectiveness

by Benjamin Lloyd, MD

January 5, 2022

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The methods used by manufacturers of so-called "water-resistant" sunscreens leave something to be desired, according to a British consumers' association. ...