The health impact of solar radiation and prevention strategies - 07/09/11
Abstract |
It is well recognized that exposure to solar radiation is a major risk factor for the development of skin cancer, photoaged skin, and immune system alterations. However, major questions remain regarding the specific wavelengths and type of exposure that incur risk. The purpose of this article is to critically examine, on the basis of current knowledge, the impact of stratospheric ozone depletions, tanning bed skin cancer risk, the safety of sunscreens as an important element of our solar protection strategies, the wavelengths of solar radiation responsible for melanoma, and the incidence of melanoma. Recommendations are made on prevention stategies and public health messages. (J Am Acad Dermatol 1999;41:81-99.)
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 | Henry W. Lim, MD, Kevin Cooper, MD, Reva Rubenstein, PhD, Drusilla Hufford, MBA, Thomas Downham II, MD, Ron Trancik, PhD, Robert Swerlick, MD, Martin A. Weinstock, MD, PhD, Vincent DeLeo, MD, Rex Amonette, MD, James M. Spencer, MD, Cheryl Rosen, MD, FRCPC, Jason K. Rivers, MD, FRCPC, Wilma Bergfeld, MD, Alvin James Miller, Sandra Gordon, Paul Gross, Allan Eustis, Howard Koh, MD |
| This report reflects current information available at the time the report was prepared, but caution should be exercised in interpreting the data; the results of future studies may require alteration of the conclusions or recommendations set forth in this report. |
 | From the American Academy of Dermatology, Inc. *A list of the affiliations for all contributors may be found at the end of the article. |
| Reprint requests: American Academy of Dermatology, PO Box 4014, Schaumburg, IL 60168-4014. |
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Vol 41 - N° 1
P. 81-99 - juillet 1999 Retour au numéro
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