BSID Officer raises the profile of photoageing and sunprotection on mainstream media

Dr Abigail Langton, Treasurer of the BSID, and Dr Tamara Griffiths, President of the British Association of Dermatologists, recently examined the skin of journalist Phil Daoust to raise the profile of photoageing and sunprotection.

The article, published in the Guardian,  highlights the long-term consequences of neglecting sun protection, revealed through Langton’s skin analysis and Griffiths’ expertise on skin cancer risks. Daoust’s story underscores the dangers of accumulated sun damage, calling for greater awareness of sunscreen use and regular self-examinations. Both experts emphasize that prevention is key, as sun exposure can have serious consequences later in life and their advice serves as a timely reminder to make sun care a priority at every age.