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A person gets most of their vitamin D from exposure to the sin. Too much exposure to unprotected skin can lead to skin cancer. Be sure to wear sun screen when outdoors for a long period of time.

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Sunblock prevents the sun's intense heat in giving you sunburn. It is mostly used in beaches. However, it can also be used in different occassions when there is unbearable heat.

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