UVB is a kind of ultraviolet light from the sun (and sun lamps) that has several harmful effects. It is particularly effective at damaging DNA. Some consider it to be a cause of [[melanoma]] and other types of skin cancer. | UVB is a kind of ultraviolet light from the sun (and sun lamps) that has several harmful effects. It is particularly effective at damaging DNA. Some consider it to be a cause of [[melanoma]] and other types of skin cancer. |