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A later study found that indoor tanning (in other words, artificial UV tanning and tanning beds) increases the risk of developing squamous cell carcinoma by 58 percent and basal cell carcinoma by ...
Despite restrictions and warnings from doctors, tanning beds remain popular with some people in search of a sun-kissed glow. (Getty Images) (nd3000 via Getty Images)
“Ultraviolet light (whether by natural sunlight or indoor tanning beds) will increase your risk for skin cancer, and simply protecting your skin from UV exposure, including regular use of daily ...
Every hour more than two people die from skin cancer. [6] [7] The primary cause of skin cancer is ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun and indoor tanning beds. [8] The incidence and impact of skin cancer can be dramatically reduced through education, lifestyle changes, and early detection. [9]
Tanning beds are used both in dermatology practices for the treatment of cosmetic skin conditions (such as psoriasis, acne, eczema and vitiligo) and in indoor tanning salons for cosmetic tanning. Typical treatment regimens involve short exposure to UVB rays 3 to 5 times a week at a hospital or clinic, and repeated sessions may be required ...
The primary cause of skin cancer is prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning devices. Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer in humans. [ 11 ] [ 12 ] [ 13 ] There are three main types of skin cancers: basal-cell skin cancer (BCC), squamous-cell skin cancer (SCC) and melanoma . [ 1 ]
This can be alleviated at least to some extent by the prior application of a suitable-strength sunscreen, which also hinders the tanning process due to the blocking of UV light. Overexposure to ultraviolet radiation is known to cause skin cancer, [19] make skin age and wrinkle faster, [20] mutate DNA, [21] and impair the immune system. [22]
In addition to cancer concerns related to tanning, she said people should also be concerned about the sun’s ability to cause wrinkles and early signs of skin aging. Sun exposure can lead to ...