Sunscreen doesn't cause cancer. Why do those claims keep spreading?
Summary
Social media posts that say sunscreen causes cancer are not true. Health experts worry these false claims might stop people from using sunscreen, which protects skin from harmful sun rays.Key Facts
- Sunscreen does not cause cancer.
- False claims about sunscreen causing cancer are spreading on social media.
- Skin cancer rates are increasing.
- Experts say sunscreen helps protect against ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.
- UV radiation can cause skin damage and increase cancer risk.
- Using sunscreen is an important way to reduce skin cancer risk.
- The report was made by BBC Verify to address misinformation.
- Protecting skin with sunscreen is a recommended health practice.
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