Ultraviolet radiation--which comes from natural sunlight, sunlamps, or tanning beds--can lead to
melanoma and other forms of skin cancer. While some sun exposure is good for health, excessive
exposure during childhood seems a particularly important factor that increases skin cancer risk,
and repeated exposure as an adult can increase risk as well.
If possible, avoid sun exposure between 10 am and 4 pm. Wear protective clothing and use
sunscreen. Do not use tanning beds or other types of artificial UV exposure.
![Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090510224736im_/http://www.cancer.gov/images/Documents/167a5f6c-1c75-4b8a-b1bc-c7520def8d6b/slide22.jpg)
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