National Tanning Bed Ban For Teens Would Significantly Decrease Melanoma Risks: Study
A new study suggests a ban on indoor tanning for teens would prevent thousands of cases of melanoma per year, save lives and save American tax payers money.
Tag Archives: Melanoma
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Tanning May Increase Women’s Risk Of Endometriosis: Study
A new study warns that tanning may increase the risk of endometriosis.
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Tanning Bed Repair Recommendations Issued To Reduce Risk of Fires, Smoking
The FDA is urging tanning salon operators to conduct proper maintenance following numerous reports of smoke and fire over a two year period.
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Melanoma Overdiagnosis Likely Widespread: JAMA Report
New research points to widespread over-diagnosis of melanoma cancer, which could lead to unnecessary treatments.
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Skin Cancer Apps May Result in Failure to Diagnosis Melanoma, or Provide False Signals of Concern: Study
A new study warns that skin cancer detection apps used in Europe are unreliable and can lead to cancer misdiagnosis.
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Study Finds Industry Funding Influences Indoor Tanning Safety Studies
New research reveals most studies claiming indoor tanning is not harmless are funded by the indoor tanning industry, while nearly all independent studies warn of skin cancer risks.
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Lawsuits Over Viagra, Cialis Melanoma Risk Stayed 60 Days Following Exclusion of Plaintiffs’ Expert Witnesses
A federal judge has thrown out plaintiffs' expert testimony in Viagra and Cialis melanoma lawsuits, pausing, and potentially ending, the litigation.
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Zelboraf, Cotellic, Similar Melanoma Drugs May Cause Heart Problems: Study
A new study warns that some melanoma drugs used in combination may increase the risk of serious heart problems.
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Genetics and Psychiatric Factors May Make Indoor Tanning Addictive: Study
A new study suggests there may be a genetic component to indoor tanning addiction.
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New Requirements For Sunscreen Products Announced In FDA Proposed Rule
As part of an on-going effort to address long-held concerns over the lack of regulation for sunscreen products, U.S. officials have proposed new rules regarding the ingredients that can be…
