the american cancer society - the dangers on indoor tanning presentation
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The incidence of melanoma in the United States is increasing rapidly in children and young adults. Melanoma is now the second most common form of cancer for individuals aged 15-29 years and the most common form of cancer for young adults aged 25-29 years. Over the last 20 years, the number of teens and young adults reporting use of tanning beds increased from 1% to 27%.TRANSCRIPT
The Dangers of Indoor Tanning
What is indoor tanning?
Who uses indoor tanning facilities?
“Indoor tanning is a safe way to get vitamin D.”
“A base tan will protect skin from further damage.”
“Indoor tanning is safer than tanning in the sun.”
Indoor Tanning Nearly Doubles the Risk of Developing Melanoma
Indoor Tanning During Teens Years and Early 20s & the link to
Melanoma
Tanning Beds Classified as“Carcinogenic to Humans”
American Cancer SocietyCancer Action Network’s Position
Wake up! Bedtime is Over!
