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Dr. Mark Gray
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MBChB, FRACP, FRCPC, FRCPA, ABPath, ABDermpath, FRSpecialist Dermatologist , Specialist Pathologist , Specialist Dermatopathologist , Cosmetic Surgeon, Mohs Surgeon.

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The Hidden Dangers of Sun Exposure: A Dermatologist's Wake-Up Call

The Hidden Dangers of Sun Exposure: A Dermatologist's Wake-Up Call

In my 25 years as a dermatologist, I've witnessed the subtle yet devastating impact of sun exposure on skin health. What many dismiss as a harmless tan or freckle is often the early sign of cumulative UV damage. Ultraviolet radiation, particularly UVA and UVB rays, penetrates the skin, triggering a cascade of cellular changes that accelerate aging and increase cancer risk…

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Myth Busting: The Truth About “Safe” Tanning and Its Hidden Costs

Myth Busting: The Truth About “Safe” Tanning and Its Hidden Costs

The "healthy tan" myth persists, but evidence debunks it. Tanning is skin's distress response to UV injury, producing melanin as a shield – but it's inefficient, blocking only 50-70% of rays (British Journal of Dermatology). A large-scale study of 30,000 Swedes found tanners had 50% higher melanoma risk…

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