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Study: Eco-friendly bulbs could cause skin cancer
Thursday, January 3, 2013    
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The bulbs emit rays so strong that they can actually burn skin and skin cells.

(CBS Miami) Every time you turn on the lights, you may be putting yourself at risk, according to a disturbing new study.

Energy efficient bulbs are eco-friendly and can save you big bucks, but experts say that they could also have a dark side.

“When there is something in your house, you don’t perceive any danger, you wouldn’t get that close to an x-ray in a doctor’s office,” explained Miriam Rafailovich, Professor of Materials Science at Stony Brook University in New York.

Read more: CBS Miami