The dangers of indoor tanning have been undeniably proven.
A recent study at the University of Minnesota adds to the ever growing wealth of research connecting indoor tanning to skin cancer. According to a CNN article published today, the Minnesota study found that using a tanning bed just once increases the risk of contracting melanoma by 75%. One time, just one time. Those who regularly use tanning beds run the risk of doubling, or even tripling their risk of developing melanoma.
· 1 time = 75% greater risk of skin cancer
· Regular use = 200%-300% greater risk of skin cancer
The CNN article claims these new studies recently presented to the FDA are likely to bolster efforts to regulate indoor tanning. We have written on this subject numerous times in the past. We sure sure hope they are right.
Click here for a link to our post on the status of indoor tanning with the FDA. Click here for a link to all of our past posts on indoor tanning.
This growing body of evidence linking tanning to cancer cannot be ignored. The dangers of indoor tanning have been undeniably proven. It is no longer debatable whether or not indoor tanning causes cancer – it does. Important issues like this do not come around every day. If you would like to help us pursue this matter please contact us at info@berklawdc.com.
Assisted by Zachary Kady