Sunscreen Updates and Skin Cancer Prevention Strategies
Published: July 27, 2026
Skin cancer remains one of the most common cancers in the United States, making effective sun protection an important component of preventive care. This course reviews sunscreen best practices, common patient questions, and recent updates affecting sunscreen products, including the addition of a new active ingredient to the OTC sunscreen monograph. You will be better prepared to provide evidence-based recommendations on sunscreen selection, sun safety, and skin cancer prevention.
HOST
Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Lead, Clinical & Partnership Education, CEimpact
GUEST
Kendall Guthrie, PharmD, BCACP
Director of Co-Curriculum/Clinical Professor,
UMKC School of Pharmacy
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CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Describe current recommendations for sunscreen use and sun protection to reduce the risk of skin cancer.
2. Explain pharmacist-relevant considerations for sunscreen selection, including formulation differences, active ingredients, and patient counseling.
Rachel Maynard and [Speaker] have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
0.075 CEU/0.75 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-26-289-H01-P
Initial release date: 7/27/2026
Expiration date: 7/27/2029
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