2-hour On-Demand: Skin Cancer & Sun Safety

Course Description & Information:

• The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage your skin in as little as 15 minutes increasing the risk for skin cancer and skin damage. This course covers the latest research on solar UV radiation, defines UV index and the role of the sun in vitamin d synthesis.
• Pharmacist information: ACPE UAN: 0826-9999-21-017-H01-P. IRD: 2-22-21, ERD: 2-22-24. Knowledge based activity.
• Expiration Date: 2-22-24
• Level: Intermediate

Course Objectives:

• List health benefits and risks of solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure.
• State the impact of ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation on skin health.
• Identify the role of excessive UV exposure in the development of skin cancer.
• State two methods for protecting against solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation skin damage.
• Name two dietary nutrients that may reduce the risk of developing skin cancer.
• Identify components of a healthy diet that may protect against the development of skin cancer.

Learning Outcome: At least 80% of class participants will score 70% or greater on course post-test.

Course Credit: 2 Contact Hours

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Who Should Take This Course:

• Pharmacists, Dietitians, Nursing professionals, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy professionals, and other medical professionals.

Certificate Requirements:

• Completion of course materials.
• Completion of course post-test (70%) and course evaluation.

Faculty: Heather Brady, PhD, RD, LD

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