According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention over 9,000 people died from melanomas in 2011.
In Maryland, approximately 160 people die from melanomas each year. July is UV safety month. It's the perfect time to increase awareness about the risks of too much time in the sun.
GBMC's Jessica Sewell joined ABC2's In Focus to discuss the numerous sunscreen options and available and which are best for your family.
See interview above.
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