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That also increases the risk of skin cancer, so it's not all positive.
by sp332 4y ago
That also increases the risk of skin cancer, so it's not all positive.
- christiangenco 4y agoBut decreases the risk of dying from skin cancer: > Melanoma? True, the sun worshippers had a higher incidence of it—but they were eight times less likely to die from it.[1] 1. https://www.outsideonline.com/health/wellness/sunscreen-sun-exposure-skin-cancer-science/ https://www.outsideonline.com/health/wellness/sunscreen-sun-...
- aidenn0 4y agoI wonder how much that is because of increased screening. Both of my parents have had melanoma, but my primary care provider won't refer me to a dermatologist because I don't spend much time outdoors. If I were tanned, I'd be at a dermatologist annually.
- nradov 4y agoThere is no reliable evidence that moderate daily sunlight exposure increases the risk of skin cancer.