Ultraviolet radiation exposure and HIV-associated non-Hodgkin lymphoma risk

(95% CI =0.15-0.86) for ≥5 times versus never, and HR=0.45 (95% CI=0.20-1.0) for 1-4 times versus never. Compared to men who have rarely taken a beach vacation in the last five years, men who occasionally have were at a significantly reduced risk of NHL (HR = 0.36, 95% CI=0.15-0.86). With respect to sunburn tendency, men who never blister were at reduced risk of NHL compared to men who occasionally blister, although this did not reach statistical significance (HR=0.45, 95% CI=0.191.06). Men with green or hazel eyes were at reduced risk of NHL compared to men with blue eyes, although this did not reach statistical significance (HR=0.38, 95% CI= 0.14-1.05). Conclusions Consistent with the NHL literature on HIV uninfected populations, we found that a high level of recreational sun exposure and a low level of sun sensitivity are associated with a decreased risk of NHL in the setting of HIV. Studies are currently underway to elucidate possible mechanisms for these associations, including a possible role of vitamin D.