Tanning

am going to discuss indoor tanning and the health effects that it has on the body. Almost everyone on the Earth has had a tan at one point, whether that be from just being outside, taking a swim, lying out in the sun or tanning at a salon. No matter where you got your tan from the UV radiation that you exposed to your skin to can cause skin cancer. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration also known as the FDA wants individuals to know that UV radiation in indoor tanning beds has a variety of serious

Banning of Tanning Salons in the United States Illness has always been with humankind since the beginning of time. One of such illnesses that was not named until just recently in history was cancer. Cancer was found to be with mankind from as far back as ancient Egypt, and as of today, now affects people worldwide. There are approximately 5 million people who are treated for skin cancer every year. While there are many reasons as to the ways that skin cancer arises in a person, one of such reasons

However, in the case of tanning, “gain” translates to a risk of skin cancer, particularly melanoma. Across the United States, women and girls risk the possibility of skin cancer and other negative effects in exchange for bronzed or tan skin through the use of tanning beds and ultraviolet light (UV). There is not only a lack of scientific knowledge shared among Americans regarding the effects of UV on your skin, but also a cultural disconnect between the long term effects of tanning and the desire for

expert optician care for 15 years, and so we are recommending tips about keeping your eyes safe this summer. Exposure to sunlight may increase the risk of developing growths on the eyes and cataracts. Don’t forget that this risk applies to using tanning beds, and always protect your eyes from indoor UV light. When sunlight reflects off water and sand, it can lead to a painful condition called photokeratitis (which is also responsible for snow blindness and is like a sunburned eye). Since UV radiation

Indoor tanning is no new “fad” to the modern world. The ease of being able to lie under UV lights and tan to a golden brown, no matter the season, seems to appeal to people. Indoor tanning is much more than just getting golden skin. While there are few studies displaying the benefits of tanning beds, majority of researchers argue against the use of indoor tanning due to it’s harmful effects. Without the use of tanning beds, it was difficult for people to keep a year-round tan, especially during winter

physiological dependencies that may contribute to behaviors associated with indoor tanning. The authors are looking at mood-based motivations that may be predictors of the in-door continued use. The authors were interested in developing a more reliable, valid, tool that could be used to measue why people use indoor tanning, their intentions and behaviors. Skin cancer is a direct consequence of continued in-door tanning and the authors were interested in providing an instrument health care professionals

There are many indoor tanners these days, and so it stands to reason that a lot of them use an indoor tanning lotion. The reason for these products is so a person can get a brilliant color as quickly as possible. And, this is also helpful as someone can get the shade he or she wants, without spending too much time to get it. This cream works a bit different from those outdoor lotions. Outdoor products are used so a person can block those UV rays from their skin while they are playing in nature,

to a tanning salon and asking information on the safety of indoor tanning. The employees tell you that it is safe, in fact, they encourage the use, saying it is good for you. Imagine six months later going to your doctor for a checkup and having your doctor tell you he is concerned about something you thought was a beauty mark. You come to find that you have malignant melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer at the age of 27. After doing some research it was obvious that going to this tanning salon

Studies have shown that tanning beds can improve one’s vitamin D production, clear their acne, and alleviate eczema and psoriasis (Danish, 2016). GassrootsHealth, a public health promotion organization contends that, “Ninety-nine percent of dermatologists believe UV exposure is a viable form of treatment for non-lethal skin conditions like psoriasis” (GassrootsHealth, 2015). In other words, almost one hundred percent of doctors who specialize in skin care recommend tanning beds for treatment of certain

teenagers are on a mission to get a tan. Not by being outside, but going sunless tanning through artificial UV radiation. Tanning beds are the first thing that pops into a teenage girl's mind this time of year. No matter how bad they want to be tan for an event or for their summer vacation, minors should not be allowed to go indoor tanning. The risks are far too important just to get the “perfect” look. Artificial tanning can be extremely harmful to the body, especially to younger people, and is just