Why misguided influencers are wrong to ditch sunscreen during Europe’s record-breaking heatwave

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The current heatwave in Europe has led to increased concerns about sun protection and skin health, with many people taking to social media to share their strategies for coping with the high temperatures. The use of sunscreen is a widely recommended practice for preventing skin damage and skin cancer, but its effectiveness and potential risks are not always well understood by the general public. As a result, misinformation and misconceptions about sunscreen can spread quickly online, particularly through social media influencers.

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Why misguided influencers are wrong to ditch sunscreen during Europe’s record-breaking heatwave

As Europe swelters under record-breaking temperatures, misleading claims that sunscreen causes rather than protects against skin cancer are spreading online – but experts tell The Independent the evidence shows a very different story