UV Rays

• Calgary toddler with very rare condition gets life-changing home renovations

  Imagine having a rare condition where just minutes in the sun could kill you. It's reality for a Calgary toddler. Thanks to several companies, his home is no longer like prison.

  Canada

  Sep 15, 2023
  
• Summer arrives in Canada, and so does extreme heat. How to stay safe

  Plenty of warm temperatures are in store for Canada this summer, shining light on the need for protection from extreme heat and sun exposure. Here's what you need to know.

  Canada

  Jun 22, 2022
  
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• Don’t forget your sunscreen: Lather up to stay sun-safe during Manitoba summer

  The Canadian Cancer Society's Elizabeth Holmes told 680 CJOB that regardless of which type of sunscreen you choose, it's important to be protected if you're spending time in the sun.

  Health

  Jul 11, 2020
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• Super Awesome Science Show: (Here comes) the sun

  On this week's episode, we take a closer look at one of the most dire consequences of getting too much sun: skin cancer.

  Lifestyle

  Jun 12, 2019
• Where you live could affect your risk of skin cancer: StatsCan

  Statistics Canada and the Canadian Cancer Society are urging Canadians to be aware of the UV index as they head out for the long weekend.

  Canada

  May 17, 2017
• Sunscreen and you: the uncoated, goopy facts about sun protection

  Melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer is on the rise, in North America. Here are some of the protective measures you can take to be sun safe

  Health

  Jul 30, 2014
• Think you know how sunscreen works? You’re probably wrong

  Red, painful, blistered skin can turn any summer day sour. Here are some reasons to reconsider how you are using sunscreen.

  Health

  Jul 2, 2014