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Medical groups, dermatologists and parents push to declassify sunscreen as OTC medication in schools
Summary
Dermatologists, public‑health advocates and trade groups testified for bills to allow students to carry and apply sunscreen at school without a physician’s note, citing prevention of childhood sun damage and studies showing higher sunscreen use where such laws exist.
Health professionals, parents and industry groups urged the Joint Committee on Education to pass bills that would allow children to carry and apply sunscreen at school without requiring a physician’s prescription or specific nurse authorization.
Supporters cited public‑health authorities and research showing sunscreen…
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