Sunscreen Laws For Sun-Deprived Children Raise Questions of Benefits Versus Chemical Exposures

New SUNucate laws raise questions of how much should the government intervene in our children’s daily lives. Are we, perhaps, shading our children too much?
Sunscreen Laws For Sun-Deprived Children Raise Questions of Benefits Versus Chemical Exposures
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In an era where classrooms transform into digital spaces and playgrounds often remain silent, the simple act of basking in the sun is now a rarity for many children.

Recent legislation has further complicated this relationship. The SUNucate laws, which might appear benign at first look, bring to the forefront the question: How much should the government intervene in our children’s daily lives? Are we, perhaps, shading our children too much?

Sheramy Tsai
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Sheramy Tsai, BSN, RN, is a seasoned nurse with a decade-long writing career. An alum of Middlebury College and Johns Hopkins, Tsai combines her writing and nursing expertise to deliver impactful content. Living in Vermont, she balances her professional life with sustainable living and raising three children.
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