Environmental Health Topics: Ultraviolet Light

Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light can increase your risk of skin diseases such as melanoma. Sun protection is recommended, especially for children.

Exposure to Ultraviolet Light (ppt): A presentation on exposure to UV light by Sophie Balk, MD.
EPA SunWise Program: Health Effects of Ultraviolet Light Overexposure
World Health Organization Fact Sheet: Ultraviolet Radiation and Human Health

Environmental Health Topics

Asthma
Gulf Coast Oil Spill
Climate Change
Environmental History Taking
Nature and Health
Pesticides
Environmental Tobacco Smoke
Lead and Mercury Exposure
Phthalate and Bisphenol A Exposure
Ultraviolet Light
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