UV Basics
What are the three types of UV radiation?
What are UVA, UVB, and UVC?
What common skin condition can be caused by excessive UV radiation exposure?
What is skin cancer?
What type of device has recently been linked to an increased risk of skin cancer due to UV exposure?
What is a UV nail dryer?
Which rays sneak through your windows even if you’re inside?
What are UVA rays?
What is one easy way to protect yourself from UV radiation while walking outside on campus?
What is wear sunscreen?
Which type of UV radiation is primarily responsible for sunburn?
What is UVB?
What can repeated exposure to UV radiation lead to in terms of skin appearance?
What is premature aging (wrinkles, age spots)?
What has been the primary concern regarding UV nail dryers?
What is the repeated exposure to UV radiation increasing the risk of skin cancer?
How does sunscreen help protect your skin from UV radiation?
What is by blocking or absorbing UV rays?
What type of clothing can protect you from UV rays?
What is protective clothing, like hats and long sleeves?
Which type of UV radiation is associated with aging the skin?
What is UVA?
What type of eye condition can be caused by UV radiation?
What is cataracts?
Which article discusses the potential dangers of UV nail dryers and skin cancer?
What is the Geisinger Health System article about UV nail dryers and skin cancer?
What is a major misconception people have about sunscreen?
What is that they don’t need to reapply sunscreen after a few hours?
How can sunglasses help prevent UV-related eye damage?
What is by blocking UVA and UVB rays?
Which type of UV radiation is absorbed by the Earth’s atmosphere and does not reach the surface?
What is UVC?
What is the most serious form of skin cancer caused by UV radiation?
What is melanoma?
Why might college students be more susceptible to risks associated with UV nail dryers?
What is because many students use them frequently as part of beauty routines?
What happens to your skin when it’s exposed to UV radiation without protection?
What is it gets damaged and can lead to sunburn, aging, or cancer?
What should you do if you notice a change in your skin after sun exposure?
What is check your skin regularly and consult a dermatologist?
What is the main environmental cause of skin cancer?
What is UV radiation?
How does UV radiation affect the DNA in skin cells?
What is it causes DNA damage, increasing the risk of skin cancer?
What should people do before using UV nail dryers to protect themselves from potential harm?
What is wear sunscreen or use protective gloves?
How long does it typically take for skin damage to show up from UV exposure?
What is it can take years for skin damage to appear, but the effects are cumulative?
What is the best time to avoid outdoor sun exposure to reduce risk?
What is between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV rays are strongest?