To get through the hottest days of summer, here's how to read the UV index so you know when the sun is most dangerous.

Safety Awareness Month, many people are diligent about slathering on sunscreen to protect their skin. But there's another ...

According to Skin Cancer Foundation, window glass blocks most UVB rays but allows at least 50% of UVA rays to pass through.

What is ultraviolet light, and where does it come from? Learn how UV radiation is classified, measured, and used in medicine, manufacturing, astronomy, and daily life, plus how to stay safe.

We’ve known for nearly a century that UV radiation is linked to skin cancer, but modern advice about sunburn can be confusing ...

July is UV Safety Awareness Month, highlighting the growing risks of UV radiation and encouraging the use of protective measures to reduce sun-related health threats.

An 18-year study reveals dramatic year-to-year variations in ultraviolet radiation penetration tied to Sierra Nevada ...

The CDC and FDA recommend using a combination of shade, protective clothing, sunglasses, and broad-spectrum sunscreen with ...

Did you know that your eyes can actually get sunburned? Signs of that include pain, redness, swelling, and sensitivity to ...

A type of lichen was able to survive extreme UV radiation in the lab, suggesting that ozone protection might not be required for life on exoplanets.

Sunglasses are an important accessory—not only for fashion, but more importantly, for protection. This summer, focus on ...

However, light that leaves our star also contains UVC radiation, which has a shorter wavelength than UVA or UVB light and ...