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Light Protection and Porphyria

Thank you to Dr. Amy Dickey and fellow porphyria patient Ginger Gonsalves for a deep dive into living a full life while protecting yourself from the sun! Webinar included:

  • Understanding what types of light can trigger a porphyria reaction

  • Protective options: sun clothing, window tinting, sunscreens

  • Tips and tricks 

Information discussed will be applicable to all types of light-sensitive porphyrias: CEP, EPP, HEP, HCP, PCT, VP and XLP.

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Sun Escape 2025