ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Summertime in the Blue Ridge means spending time with family, friends, and enjoying time outdoors. All this fun likely means more exposure to the sun. It’s easy to forget to ...

With warmer temperatures and children spending more time outdoors, sun exposure becomes a part of everyday life in the ...

The UV index measures the strength of the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The index ranges from 0 to 11, with higher numbers indicating greater risk of sunburn and skin damage. Protective measures, ...

Last week, when the National Environment Agency (NEA) reported that ultraviolet (UV) index hit 'extreme' levels on Wednesday afternoon (27 March), we sat up and started thinking of ways to protect ...

A small new study suggests that a sweet, healthy snack with just 62 calories per serving could offer powerful protection ...

There is no safe or good UV index for tanning, since a tan indicates skin damage. If you do want to tan anyway, use sunscreen and try to go on days with the lowest possible number. The safest way to ...

MACON, Ga. — As you try to beat the heat wave coming up next week, you'll be battling more than just heat. You'll also have to combat the Sun's harmful UV rays. The Sun is a star that emits radiation ...

It’s basically sunscreen for outdoor fabrics.

This summer promises to be a sizzler! We've hunted down UV protection products that will keep your whole family covered as ...

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One in five Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70. On average, half of the U.S. population experiences a sunburn once a year or more. These statistics won't stop millions of Americans ...