Columbia Sportswear, a global leader in the active outdoor apparel and footwear industries, is the first global company to receive The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Seal of Recommendation for their sun protective apparel called the Omni-Shade line.
“Sun exposure is the main cause of irreversible skin damage including sunburn, premature skin aging and skin cancer. Because recent studies show that clothing may be the most effective way to protect ourselves from these potential health risks, we are partnering with Columbia Sportswear and awarding them our Seal of Recommendation,” said Perry Robins, MD, President of the Skin Cancer Foundation. The Seal of Recommendation is awarded to safe and effective sun-protective clothing with a minimum Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) 30.
The Skin Cancer Foundation is the first organization in the United States to commit itself to educating the public and medical professionals about sun safety. It is also the only global organization solely devoted to the prevention, detection and treatment of skin cancer. Applications for the seal of recommendation are reviewed by the Skin Cancer Foundation’s photobiology committee, which is composed of five leading dermatologists from major medical centers in the United States (more…)
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