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Taylor and Francis Group, Dermato-Endocrinology, 1(5), p. 121-129

DOI: 10.4161/derm.25244

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Vitamin D and melanoma

Journal article published in 2013 by Sinead Field, D. Tim Bishop, John Davies, D. Tim Bishop, Julia A. Newton-Bishop ORCID
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Abstract

Recreational sun exposure and sunburn are causal for melanoma but the risk is strongly genetically determined. Health promotion advice about sun protection should be aimed at susceptible individuals (pale skin, freckles, large numbers of melanocytic nevi and a family history). We discuss here the evidence that sun-sensitive people have lower vitamin D levels and that, in practice, it is very difficult for such individuals to achieve sufficient levels without supplementation in the UK at least. We conclude that melanoma susceptible sun-avoidant individuals should be advised to avoid insufficiency by supplementation.