Overview

• Federal health agencies now recommend sunscreen use starting in early spring when the UV-Index reaches 3 or higher.
• New guidance highlights the importance of applying adequate sunscreen amounts, such as two finger-lengths for the face and six tablespoons for the body, with reapplication every two hours.
• Recent studies confirm that rigorous sunscreen use does not compromise vitamin D levels, countering widespread misconceptions.
• Environmental concerns grow as research links sunscreen chemicals to harm in marine ecosystems, including coral damage and reduced fish fertility.
• UV radiation in parts of Central Europe has risen significantly over the past two decades, further increasing skin cancer risks.