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Tanning could soon be a thing of the past for Illinois teens. Lawmakers passed a bill Monday that would ban anyone under 18 from using indoor tanning beds.
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Ask Amy: Sister worries about danger of tanning
Because we have a history of skin cancer deaths in our family, I can't figure out why my mom would let my sister do this.
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Revised Sunscreen Labels Should Help Consumers Make Wiser Choices
Dermatologists are saying that new federally mandated labeling laws for sunscreens should help Americans make smarter choices when it comes to products that provide the best sun protection.
Only 25% Of Sunscreens Offer Strong Protection
Only 25% of sunscreen products offer strong and broad UV protection and raise few health concerns, according to Environmental Working Group .
'Don't Fry Day' this Memorial weekend
The Friday before Memorial Day weekend is designated as Don't Fry Day. With outdoor weekend plans already in the works, don't fry your skin this weekend.
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers Can Be Dangerous, Disfiguring and Deadly
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and while the dangers of melanoma are well known, it is important not to neglect the warning signs of the two most common types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma , which can also become disfiguring and even deadly if not diagnosed and treated promptly.
Doctors Use New Tool For Faster Skin Cancer Diagnosis
May is skin cancer awareness month. According to the skin cancer foundation, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in the course of a lifetime.
Phila. Council to vote on bill governing teens' use of tanning salons
Citing what he called "a preponderance of evidence" that indoor tanning greatly raises one's risk of developing skin cancer, Greenlee has introduced a bill that would restrict minors from using indoor-tanning facilities in Philadelphia without parental permission.
Senate OKs curbs on teen tanning
A bill aimed at prohibiting those under the age of 18 from using commercial tanning beds was amended on the state Senate floor last week, sparking complaints from health advocates who say there is clear evidence of the dangers of youngsters contracting skin cancer from using the facilities.
Are SPF ratings on sunscreen 'just a gimmick?'
Sunbathers headed to the beach this summer will find new sunscreen labels on store shelves that are designed to make the products more effective and easier to use.
7 Golden Rules of Sun Protection
Unless you've been living under a rock, you know to apply sunscreen. There's lifesaving reason to: About 3.5 million cases of skin cancer will be diagnosed this year.
Co Executive Grossman Rides The East Side Of Erie
Erie County Executive Barry Grossman, along with Mayor Joe Sinnett went club hopping this afternoon, one of the stops being Holy Trinity Society on East 23rd Street.
Sun Protection: Don't Leave Home without It
You look good - and you know it! Cosmetic surgery has made you happy with yourself and the world around you.
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at Terrebonne General Medical Center is offering a free skin cancer screening in May in Morgan City.
Residents Request Crosswalk on Presque Isle
May 17, 2013 - Residents who live at Presque Isle Shores Condominiums Association want officials to create a cross walk because of the traffic flow.
Skin Cancer Link To Lower Risk Of Alzheimer's Disease, Says Study
People who have skin cancer may be less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease, according to research published this week in Neurology .
One Woman Taking A Stand Against Skin Cancer
One local woman has gone above and beyond to raise awareness after her daughter lost her battle with skin cancer.
Fashionistas turned out on Friday, May 10th to support The Spa at Charleston Place 6th annual "I will reflect" event.
FDA Proposes Changes For Tanning Beds
Teens who prefer to tan inside rather than make use of the Miami sun may see a change if a Food and Drug Administration's proposal gets approved.
Biotech Stock Mailbag: Vical, Sangamo, Spectrum Pharma
I believe failure will be the most likely outcome of the phase III study when results are announced in the third quarter.