Tanning Beds and Cancer

The Washington Post;  July 18, 2008 ;     148 words ......attention to a critical trend. But the Indoor Tanning Association's claim that there...scientific evidence showing that indoor tanning causes melanoma could further confuse readers...their teens or 20s. Moreover, with indoor tanning exposure, there is an ...

Teenagers and indoor tanning

Dermatology Times;  April 1, 2007 ;     700+ words ......evidence of the risks associated with indoor tanning. The public looks to dermatologists...have confirmed the association between indoor tanning use and being female.47 Additional...Multiple adverse effects are related to indoor tanning. These include sunburn, photo-induced...

Are artificial tans the new cigarette? How plaintiffs can use the lessons...

Michigan Law Review;  November 1, 2008 ;     700+ words ...Indoor tanning salons have grown significantly in...and ultraviolet light exposure from indoor tanning lamps. Despite such dangers, federal...minimal restrictions on the labeling of indoor tanning lamps. Indoor tanning salons work...

Letters to the Editor

Dermatology Times;  November 1, 2006 ;     511 words ...Indoor tanning restrictions top priority for AAD On behalf...the Academy's efforts to restrict access to indoor tanning equipment ("Cannot fathom AAD/AADA indifference toward indoor tanning regs," September, 2006). The letter's criticisms...

EDUCATIONAL INTERVENTION CAN CHANGE WOMEN'S ATTITUDES TOWARDS TANNING

The Hindustan Times;  October 20, 2008 ;     461 words ......cancer, can change young women's use of indoor tanning, as it will promote healthier alternatives...based intervention meant to reduce indoor tanning, which is related to an increased risk...received a booklet on the effects of indoor tanning.The booklet focused on the appearance...

Misconceptions about indoor tanning prove harmful

University Wire;  October 31, 2006 ;     700+ words ......different kind of light will be shed on indoor tanning. The American Academy of Dermatology's new anti-indoor tanning campaign will begin Thanksgiving...girls of the risks associated with indoor tanning. "The use of indoor tanning salons...

Risky business

Dermatology Times;  December 1, 2006 ;     700+ words ...AAD targets teens about dangers of indoor tanning Schaumburg, III. - The American Academy...educate young people about the risks of indoor tanning in a teentargeted multimedia public-serviceannounceme...highlight the risks of skin damage that indoor tanning can cause, the PSA campaign ...

Motivations for tanning include beauty, health

University Wire;  April 6, 2004 ;     686 words ......Despite the fact that the risks of indoor tanning, such as skin cancer and leathery skin...that more than a million people use indoor tanning beds every day. People have varying...reason is cosmetic. An advantage of indoor tanning over outdoor tanning is the ability...

Indoor Tanning is Not as Safe as You Think. In Fact, It's Totally Out:.

PR Newswire;  May 5, 2008 ;     700+ words ...Indoor Tanning Dangers Highlighted in New Public Service...designed to communicate the risks of indoor tanning to women ranging from those in high school to those in their mid 20s. Indoor tanning before the age of 35 has been associated...

Indoor tanning industry a tough foe

Dermatology Times;  April 1, 2004 ;     700+ words ......are well aware of the dangers of indoor tanning, they also need to be well informed...of Dermatology. "Obviously, the indoor tanning industry does not agree with us about the hazards of indoor tanning, but it is important to realize...

Indoor tanning is not just for teenage girls

The Hindustan Times;  March 9, 2008 ;     366 words ......cancer. The team analysed the data on indoor tanning behaviours collected in 2005 as part of...ultraviolet radiation, which is emitted during indoor tanning. There is a myth that indoor tanning is safer than sunbathing, but this is...

Study shows alarming upward trend in teen use of indoor tanning facilities

Dermatology Times;  June 1, 2004 ;     607 words ......American Cancer Society, the popularity of indoor tanning with young people is going up, according...better. But in fact, the popularity of indoor tanning is only increasing." The use of tanning...children should not be allowed to use indoor tanning. At the same time, scientists ...

New Research on Genetic Changes in Melanomas and Teens' Use of Indoor...

PR Newswire;  July 30, 2008 ;     700+ words ......that influence teens' use of indoor tanning could shed more light on ways...Influences on Teens' Use of Indoor Tanning Despite its link to both melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma, indoor tanning is big business. In fact, published...

Tanning industry mounts defensive ad campaign.(Dermatology)(Indoor Tanning...

Internal Medicine News;  July 15, 2008 ;     592 words ......risk of melanoma? Not according to the Indoor Tanning Association, which has launched a print...There is no evidence whatsoever that indoor tanning is safe, said Dr. Hanke, adding, We'...put our patients at risk by condoning indoor tanning. In addition, Dr. Hanke said, there...

Young adults return to indoor tanning.(CLINICAL CAPSULES)(Survey)(Brief...

Family Practice News;  June 1, 2008 ;     274 words ......of a tan, and their increased use of indoor tanning reflects that attitude. Dr. June K...knowledge of, attitudes toward, and use of indoor tanning. They compared the results with results...their information about the safety of indoor tanning beds from friends or social group...