Sunburn or sun poisoning? Here's how to know

By Ana-Marija Dolaskie
Think you have a bad sunburn? It could be something much more serious. Here's how to tell the difference between sunburn and sun poisoning, and the science behind both.

We've all heard someone say they got "sun poisoning." But is that actually a real medical condition—or just a really bad sunburn?

The answer is... yes, it's real. And while both are caused by too much UV exposure, they're definitely not the same thing.

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