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That also increases the risk of skin cancer, so it's not all positive.

But decreases the risk of dying from skin cancer:

> Melanoma? True, the sun worshippers had a higher incidence of it—but they were eight times less likely to die from it.[1]

1. https://www.outsideonline.com/health/wellness/sunscreen-sun-...

I wonder how much that is because of increased screening. Both of my parents have had melanoma, but my primary care provider won't refer me to a dermatologist because I don't spend much time outdoors. If I were tanned, I'd be at a dermatologist annually.

There is no reliable evidence that moderate daily sunlight exposure increases the risk of skin cancer.

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