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Sunscreens

Asked by Peter DowdLabourDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 20 January 2025UIN 23777

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he is taking steps to improve the usage of sunscreen of factor 30 and above.

Answered by Andrew Gwynne

The Department would advise that people to the follow the National Health Service guidance on using sunscreen, which is available at the following link:

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/


The NHS England website is clear on the benefits of sunscreen, and the importance of using sunscreen that is of factor 30 and above.

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