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SIU Medicine Q & A: The Truth on Tanning

In the summer months, many pool and beach-goers thirst to have sun-kissed, glowing skin. However, sunbathing can result in serious and life-threatening consequences. SIU Medicine dermatologist, Sacharitha Bowers, MD, answers reveal that proper steps can help you protect your skin this season. Q & A: Is there such a thing as a healthy tan? No, unfortunately, there is no such thing as a healthy tan! Any amount of ulraviolet (UV) exposure that leads to tanning can contribute to harmful effects in the skin, such as increased aging of the skin and skin cancer. Additionally, a tan cannot block
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SIU Medicine Q & A: The Truth on Tanning

In the summer months, many pool and beach-goers thirst to have sun-kissed, glowing skin. However, sunbathing can result in serious and life-threatening consequences. SIU Medicine dermatologist, Sacharitha Bowers, MD, answers reveal that proper steps can help you protect your skin this season. Q & A: Is there such a thing as a healthy tan? No, unfortunately, there is no such thing as a healthy tan! Any amount of ulraviolet (UV) exposure that leads to tanning can contribute to harmful effects in the skin, such as increased aging of the skin and skin cancer. Additionally, a tan cannot block
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SIU School of Medicine Merchandise

DIPLOMA FRAMES Showcase your diploma with pride in an attractive SIU School of Medicine-adorned frame. The diploma frames are offered by Herff Jones/Framing Success Inc. CHAIRS AND LAMP SIU School of Medicine-imprinted standard chair, rocking chair, and lamp are available from the company Standard Chair of Gardner , which provides ord ering directions . APPAREL AND OTHER PROMOTIONAL ITEMS Promote your alma mater in style with SIU School of Medicine apparel and other items by visiting the SIU SOM official online store , which has alumni-specific products.
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Financial aid disbursement dates

IMPORTANT: If your aid is disbursed and you receive a refund, you are required to attend and complete all of your classes. The first refund dates of the semester are: Fall 2025 – August 14, 2025 Spring 2026 – January 8, 2026 Summer 2026 – June 4, 2026
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Day of Giving is a success for MEDPREP

Generous donors pledged more than $1000 to the MEDPREP program during the SIU Day of Giving on March 6. Our supporters' contributions will fund scholarships to returning MEDPREP students this fall. (Above) MEDPREP students Fernando and Keaboka say "Thank You!" on behalf of their MEDPREP peers.
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Springfield Alumni Reception

Please fill out this brief form to RSVP for the July 11 Alumni Reception in Springfield. The event is sponsored by the SIU School of Medicine and the SIU and SIUE Alumni Associations.
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