|Articles|June 11, 2014

OTC Guide

  • June 2014
  • Volume 18
  • Issue 1

Will UV Nail Lamps Increase Skin Cancer Risk?

Ultraviolet (UV) exposure from nail salon lamps could slightly increase skin cancer risk, states a research letter published online on April 30, 2014, in JAMA Dermatology. Patients can minimize their exposure risk by coating their hands with sunscreen, wearing UV-protective gloves with the fingers cut off, or skipping treatments requiring nail lamps.

Newsletter

Stay informed on drug updates, treatment guidelines, and pharmacy practice trends—subscribe to Pharmacy Times for weekly clinical insights.


Latest CME