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Sunburn and Sun Protective Behaviors Among Adults Aged 18-29 Years, United States, 2000-2010

Categories: Consumer Info/Protection,Health/Medical,Statistics

http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm6118a1.htm?s_cid=mm6118a1_x

Finds that sunburn prevalence remains high for persons aged 18-29 despite increased use of sun screens and longer clothing.  Also describes the types of cancer caused by sun exposure.  From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention