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Sunlight overexposure can trigger a dangerous inflammatory cascade in skin cells, increasing cancer risk. UV radiation degrades the protective protein YTHDF2, which usually silences a small RNA signal. When YTHDF2 breaks down, this RNA signal activates an immune sensor, leading to uncontrolled inflammation. This chain reaction transforms typical sun damage into a potential cancer-promoting process. The research highlights the critical role of YTHDF2 in preventing excessive inflammation and underscores the dangers of unprotected sun exposure.
