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Hi, can african americans wear sunscreen? thank you?
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Definitely, everyone should where sunscreen regardless of race. Everyone can have a sunburn and everyone can have the negative effects of the sun.
Answered 6/19/2023
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African Americans can develop malignant melanoma as well as Caucasians but it is rare. The prognosis is worse in African Americans, that is why they should always wear sunscreen when exposed to the sun for long periods of time.
Answered 6/20/2023
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