What are the different types of sunscreens?
Sunscreens are classified as mineral (physical) or chemical. You may have noticed these labels on sunscreen products. A sunscreen’s active ingredients determine how UV rays
Caring for Your Skin During Cancer Treatment
By Nancy Gardner, Ph.D., Board Certified Nurse Practitioner at South Osprey Dermatology, Sarasota, Florida Featured in Health and Wellness Magazine Cancer treatments can take a
What is a UV Index, and at what level should I be concerned about applying sunscreen?
The World Health Organization (WHO) has categorized UV Index based on the risk of sunburn and skin cancer. If your UV Index is 3 or
When at the beach, how often should I apply sunscreen?
When at the beach, how often should I apply sunscreen? At least every 2 hours, if you are not sweating or in the water make