There’s no such thing as a safe tan. Here’s what’s happening underneath your summer glow

By H. Peter Soyer, Katie Lee
Updated January 11 2019 - 2:43pm, first published 2:17pm
Melanomas  account for what percentage of cancers in Australians every year? Photo: Shutterstock
Melanomas account for what percentage of cancers in Australians every year? Photo: Shutterstock

There’s a lot to be said for sunshine – both good and bad. It’s our main source of vitamin D, which is essential for bone and muscle health.

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