Ultraviolet (UV) rays from sunlight can cause DNA damage that leads to skin aging and cancer. Fortunately, our bodies have a highly efficient repair system capable of swiftly identifying and ...

While online conversations about sun exposure are trending, the risks of UV radiation are real and cumulative, says UC San Diego dermatologist Y. Linda Liou, DO.

UV is beneficial because it enables our skin to produce essential vitamin D. This is important for the function of bones, ...

While UV radiation has long been known to damage DNA, it also damages mRNA, and the latest findings, published June 5 in Cell, indicate that mRNAs act as first responders in telling the cells how ...

"Exposure to UV-B rays increases the risk of DNA and other cellular damage in living organisms. Fortunately, about 95% UV-B rays are absorbed by ozone in the Earth's atmosphere," NASA said.

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is a well-known cause of DNA damage, which can lead to diseases like skin cancer.

From when exactly to use sunscreen to whether beach umbrellas really work, this is what scientific research tells us about ...

Sunburn might seem like a fleeting summer mishap, but its effects linger far beyond the season. Discover the hidden impacts ...

Michael Clarke, former Australia cricket captain, had another skin cancer surgery. This time, doctors removed a lesion from ...

UV radiation damage can force an injured cell to decide between survival and cellular suicide. New research from Rachel Green's laboratory shows DNA isn't the only trigger. Immediately after UV ...