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A member asked:
While you're at home, are you supposed to use sunscreen even if you don't step outside?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
No evidence: Sunscreen is to protect against exposure to uv radiation from the sun or artificial uv sources. If you are indoors there is no risk of exposure and no need to use sunscreen.
Answered 1/7/2014
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