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2016-01-30 12:57:23
How Does using sun screen really help prevent skin cancer? If yes, what shold be the SPF number of the cream ? Does it really mean anything
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there is evidence that screening can decrase skin cancers.SPF 15 is enough for countries like india.

Answered2016-03-14 11:17:42

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