FORT SMITH, Ark. — As summer temperatures soar, medical professionals are urging Arkansans to take UV safety seriously.
July marks National UV Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun.
Dr. Sandy Johnson, a dermatologist at Johnson Dermatology in Fort Smith, said not all UV rays are created equal, and understanding the difference is critical for skin health. Long-term exposure to UVA causes wrinkles and can severely damage your skin, while UVB is what causes sunburn…