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This is an AI generated summary of the publication Sunscreen and Photoprotection Habits for Patients With Porphyria and Non-Porphyric Photosensitivity Conditions from the Photobiology Unit, NHS Tayside and the University of Dundee.

This research explores the sunscreen and photoprotection habits of individuals with photosensitivity conditions, specifically comparing those with porphyria to those with non-porphyric photosensitivity. The study highlights the challenges patients face in selecting effective sunscreens, given the wide variety of products and the limited guidance on their efficacy, especially concerning protection against visible light. Findings indicate that protection efficacy is the primary factor influencing sunscreen choice, particularly for porphyria patients, who often require sunscreens that protect against visible light. The authors reveal that many patients struggle with sunscreen selection, reporting issues with product suitability and expressing a need for improved guidance and accessibility to tailored sunscreens. This study underscores that sunscreens are a crucial supplement to broader photoprotection strategies, but they are not a standalone solution for photosensitive individuals.

Publication: https://doi.org/10.1111/phpp.70034

More info on the Photobiology Unit: https://www.photobiology.scot.nhs.uk/

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This is an AI generated summary of the publication Far-UVC Exposure in Patients with Photosensitivity Disorders from the Photobiology Unit, NHS Tayside and the University of Dundee.

This academic article, published in the British Journal of Dermatology, investigates the safety of Far-UVC light (200-230 nm) for individuals with photosensitivity disorders, a group often experiencing adverse skin reactions to various light wavelengths. Far-UVC is known for its germicidal properties and is considered a promising tool for reducing infectious disease transmission. The study, conducted at a photodiagnostic unit in Scotland, involved phototesting 83 patients, including those with diagnosed photosensitivity, using a filtered krypton chloride lamp that emits Far-UVC at 222 nm. Importantly, no visible skin changes were observed in any participant, even at the maximum exposure aligned with international safety guidelines. These findings suggest that Far-UVC, when properly filtered and within recommended exposure limits, is unlikely to harm photosensitive skin, supporting its broader use as a disinfection method in public spaces.

Publication: https://doi.org/10.1093/bjd/ljaf193

More info on the Photobiology Unit: https://www.photobiology.scot.nhs.uk/

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