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Light in medicine and daily life sparks wide debate
A historical overview notes light's medical uses from treating infant jaundice with lamps to reducing lung damage in hamsters. It cites UV exposure for miners, potential tumor-killing effects, and risks like skin cancer. Observations link sun exposure to vitamin D and mood, with research on light's extrasensory and biological impacts ongoing.
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Russia
Rome
Aike Thorington
Duro-Test Corporation
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International Commission On Illumination