Sun Exposure and Physical Activity: The Valuable Role of UV Wearables

Skin cancers are one of the most common types cancer in United States [1], and melanoma has steadily increased over last 20 years. Solar ultraviolet radiation (UVR) is known as main cause damaging effects to skin [2], yet also preventable risk factor. Outdoor physical activity, an important health behavior, exposes body UVR thus ostensibly linked increases sunburn, melanoma, non-melanoma [3], [4]. Simultaneously, new sensors can play essential role ensuring users gain enough sunlight for Vitamin D synthesis optimal health. However, accurately monitoring personal exposure historically complex costly, minimal research exists at intersection during activity.