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The Difference Between UVA, UVB, and UVC Rays

July 30, 2014

Learn about ultraviolet radiation, part of the sun's light spectrum that reaches the earth. Learn the difference between UVA, UVB, & UVC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Safety
Tagged with: abnormal moles, Melanoma, premature aging, skin cancer, SPF, sun damage, sun spots, sunscreen, ultraviolet radiation, UV rays, UVA, UVB, UVC
Article - 2 Minute Read

Sun Damage: The 5 W’s of UV Exposure

July 23, 2014

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is invisible rays that are part of the energy that comes from the sun. Learn how to prevent exposure to UV rays. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Skin Care
Tagged with: eye damage, Melanoma, premature aging, sunscreen, ultraviolet radiation, UPMC CancerCenter, UV exposure, UVA, UVB, UVC
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