Do people with darker skin need sunscreen? @UCDavisHealth
Do people with darker skin need sunscreen? @UCDavisHealth
Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Do people with darker skin need sunscreen? UC Davis Health dermatologist Dr. Oma Agbai explains why sunscreen and sun protection matter for every skin tone. Skin cancer can affect people with light, medium and dark skin, and early prevention is important for everyone.

Dr. Agbai discusses skin cancer risk, sunscreen use, UV protection and why skin cancer awareness should include people of all skin colors and skin tones.

Video description: An image of a group of friends with various skin tones playing in a pool. Dr. Agbai speaks directly to camera from a studio setting.

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Do people with darker skin need sunscreen?

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