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Sense in the sun.

M L Brown

    Australian Family Physician
    |February 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Sunlight exposure is a primary cause of cancer. Effective sunscreen use may reduce skin cancer incidence, while oral photoprotectants show future promise for sun protection.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Oncology
    • Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Sunlight, specifically ultraviolet (UV) radiation, is a known carcinogen linked to various skin cancers.
    • Epidemiological studies confirm UV radiation's role in malignant melanoma etiology, with US melanoma death rates doubling in 15 years.
    • Data from Australian cancer registries also indicate a long-term increase in melanoma mortality.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the significant role of sunlight as a carcinogen.
    • To underscore the increasing incidence of melanoma and the need for preventative measures.
    • To explore the potential of sunscreens and photoprotectants in mitigating sun-induced skin damage.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of epidemiological studies implicating UV light in skin cancer.

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  • Analysis of cancer registry data on melanoma incidence and mortality.
  • Discussion of current and emerging photoprotective strategies.

    • Main Results:

    • UV radiation is a major cause of human cancers, particularly skin cancers like melanoma.
    • Melanoma mortality has significantly increased over the past decades in the US and Australia.
    • Topical sunscreens offer a feasible method for reducing skin cancer incidence.

    Conclusions:

    • Sunlight is a leading carcinogen, necessitating effective sun protection strategies.
    • Routine use of topical sunscreens could decrease the incidence of skin cancers.
    • Oral photoprotectants represent a developing area with potential for future skin cancer prevention.