Sunburn Prevalence is Underestimated in UK-Based People of African Ancestry.
Olayemi BelloHolger SudhoffPeter Kin Cho GoonPublished in: Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology (2021)
Our findings do not support the hypothesis of a simplistic relationship between skin colour and sun sensitivity and encourage us to re-examine this relationship and its implications for public health promotion. It also adds to a body of evidence revealing the need for more up-to-date and appropriate systems to assess the risk UV radiation poses to diverse populations.