Only one quarter of sunscreens on store shelves are safe and effective, new report says

Solar protectionists, fundamental to skin against solar radiation, are harmful to the nature and health of aquatic organisms, and possibly even to humans, have warned specialists.

Majority of sunscreens aren’t safe, according to a new study

Key consumer information from the most recent Environmental Working Group guidance.

Is my sunscreen protecting me enough?

(WAVY) — A recent report states that only about a quarter of all sunscreens available today offer the complete coverage needed to fully protect yourself from the sun and is healthy enough to put on your skin. Below the surface of skin cancer Betsy Carroll, a cancer community educator with Sentara Health, said not every sunscreen is created equal."There are sunscreens that are better than others at covering, not just for preventing sunburn,…

Health professional breaks down the importance of sunscreen

SUPPLY, NC (WWAY) — With many people planning to enjoy the outdoors for Memorial Day weekend, it is important to remember sunscreen to prevent sunburn or sun poisoning.  Karen Laird is a nurse practitioner with Novant Health Pediatrics Brunswick.   She says sunscreen is not recommended for babies under 6 months old. If they are outside, keep them in the shade, cover their head with a hat, and dress them in a sun-shirt to keep them covered.  For …

75% of sunscreens are not as effective as they claim, study suggests

The new report revealed that many sunscreens fell short on safety and efficacy standards.

Most Sunscreens Flunk Test; Exercise and Cancer Survival; SSRIs Make T Cells 'Happy'

(MedPage Today) -- Three-fourths of sunscreens flunked a test that analyzed ingredients, safety, and protection from the sun. (Environmental Working Group) For people who enjoy a deep dive into clinical trial results, the European Society for...