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: Tanning Bed
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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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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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“Sunless Tanning” Linked To Behaviors Increasing The Risk Of Skin Cancer: Study
A new study warns that those using sunless tanning techniques are still engaging in risky sun exposure and indoor tanning behavior, increasing their risk of skin cancer and melanoma.
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Indoor Tanning Risks Targeted By “Burning Truth” Awareness Campaign
A new initiative by the CDC seeks to dispel common myths about the risks and benefits of indoor tanning and its links to skin cancer and melanoma.
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Many Tanning Salons Do Not Heed Youth Access Restrictions: Study
A new study finds that many tanning salons are refusing to comply with state laws barring teens from using tanning beds, despite concerns over skin cancer.
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Despite Tanning Cancer Risks, One-Fifth Of Salons Ignore Restrictions On Minors: Study
A new study warns that about one out of every five tanning salons in states where minors are banned from using tanning beds appear to ignore the law.
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Melanoma Risk with Indoor Tanning Results in Drop Among U.S. Teens: Study
Fewer teens are using tanning beds as health experts push to decrease indoor tanning due to the risk of skin cancer, particularly melanoma, which can be deadly.
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Indoor Tanning Skin Cancer Cases in U.S. Estimated to be 263K in 2015: Study
The findings of a new study warn that indoor tanning is helping to increase the rate of skin cancer diagnoses in the U.S., costing the country hundreds of millions in…
