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Summer is the time when everyone wants to be outdoors. Sun exposure is the main source of Vitamin D, which is critical to good health, but too much sun exposure can put you and your family at risk for skin damage and possibly even cancer. Finding the right balance has its challenges, but NetWellness has the information you need to sort out the facts.

• Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?
• Gimme Shelter - How to Stay Protected Against the Sun
• Melanoma
• Protect Your Family from the Sun's Rays
• Safe Tanning - Is it Possible?
• Sun's Rays Can Be Beneficial
• Sun-Safe Strategies to Prevent Skin Cancer
• Sunscreen Interferes with Vitamin D
• Vitamin D – How much is enough?

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Last Reviewed: 1 July 2009