Medical experts caution against false claims about sunscreen on social media, emphasizing the importance of proper sun protection to prevent skin cancer.
Experts Warn of Dangerous Misinformation About Sun Safety on Social Media
As summer continues, experts are raising alarms about a growing trend of misinformation spread by social media influencers regarding sun safety and sunscreen use. This misinformation is posing serious risks to public health, particularly among young adults who are frequent consumers of social media content.
The Misinformation Problem
Social media platforms have become breeding grounds for false and potentially harmful messages about sun exposure and sunscreen. Claims that the sun does not cause skin cancer or that a good tan eliminates the need for sunscreen are among the misleading statements circulating online.
Camila, a concerned parent, highlighted the influence of these messages: “It’s leading to a spread in a lot of misinformation on how to care for your skin and …