Exposure to sun poses risk of skin cancer even in the dark, study finds

Moving immediately into the shade does not stop sun damage as UV rays can continue damaging skin cells hours after exposure

Damage to skin cells continues for hours after spending time in the sun, according to research that uncovers a new link between sun exposure and cancer.

The discovery that some of the most serious damage to skin cells may be occurring in the dark raises the prospect of new "evening after" lotions that would help limit the effect and reduce the risk of skin cancer.