How Does the Sun Cause Sunburn?

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Sunburn: Causes, Treatments and Prevention Tips More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by laura boyea | permalink
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Sunburn is the term for red, sometimes swollen and painful skin. It is caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. Sunburn can vary from mild to severe.

For further reading: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/176441.php ^[1]

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Sunburn: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by Jarosu 0142aw Turant | permalink
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WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of sunburn, including: tips for home treatment and prevention, and when to see a doctor.
Tags: sunburn, sunburn treatment, spf, sunscreen, sunburn relief, sunburn home remedies, sunburn blisters, sunburn swelling, sunburn itch, sunburn peeling, sunburn symptoms, dehydration and sunburn

For further reading: http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/guide/sunburn ^[2]

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Science of Summer: What Causes Sunburns? More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by wklnk | permalink
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Here's what the skin is up to when it starts soaking up sunlight and changing its hue this summer. Plus, find out how to protect your skin from a blistery sunburn.

For further reading: http://www.livescience.com/38039-what-causes-sunburns.html ^[3]

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What Really Causes a Sunburn (and How to Treat It Fast!) More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by Les Numeriquesyomen 13 | permalink
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Forgot your sunscreen (again)? Here's how to stop the pain and minimize the damage stat.
Tags: health,fitness,nutrition,recipes,workouts,greatist

For further reading: http://greatist.com/health/what-really-causes-sunburn-and-how-treat-it-fast ^[4]

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1. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/176441.php

2. http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/guide/sunburn

3. http://www.livescience.com/38039-what-causes-sunburns.html

4. http://greatist.com/health/what-really-causes-sunburn-and-how-treat-it-fast