Study Tanning Beds As Dangerous As Tobacco Asbestos

As the summer enters its final stretch, some disturbing news was released today by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. A new study by the agency conclusively finds that using tanning beds significantly increases the risk of cancer. The study finds that the most dangerous form of cancer, melanoma (or skin cancer), increases by 75% in people who launch using tanning beds before the age of 30.

The likelihood that using a tanning beds increases cancer risks has been widely known for years, but this is the most conclusive and damning evidence to date. Extensive testing on animals as well as in-depth demographic studies of humans was undertaken to confirm the risks once and for all. The modern data places tanning beds in the same category of risk as things like tobacco, asbestos, and alcohol.

The use of tanning beds is by far the most dangerous method of getting a tan, researchers say. It is most common in the United States and Northwestern Europe, where a majority of citizens are fair-skinned and image conscious. Tanning beds expose users to more ultraviolet radiation than even laying directly out on the beach without sunscreen. Many over-the-counter tanning products including lotions and spray bottles, as well as licensed spray tanning businesses are suggested as much healthier alternatives.

Dermatologists and government officials, particularly in socialist republics like Great Britain and France are insisting on tougher regulations for tanning bed consume. Nina Goad, a spokeswoman for the British Association of Dermatologists, said, “it is high time that steps were taken to regulate the industry, to prevent children using sun beds, and to ensure that sun beds are subject to health warnings like other known carcinogens.” George Reuter, the head of the National Union of Dermatologists in France, however, insists that the solution is not to outlaw tanning beds. He emphasizes the importance of making sure the public is educated on the risks and allowing them to make their own decisions. So far, proposed legislation in western countries has stopped short of calling for an outright ban on the use of tanning beds, although some public officials continue to insist that it is necessary.

Lobbyists for the tanning bed industry heavily dispute the research. They say that ultraviolet exposure can only significantly increase the risk of cancer if there is overexposure and burning. According to the industry, following the pleasurable instructions for use of the beds will insure safety.

Source:

Drudgereport.com

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