Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed type of cancer in the U.S., despite most cases being preventable.
Get the Facts on Tanning Dangers
Though UV rays can provide us with vitamin D, sun rays can be harmful in more ways than one. Stay safe and protect your skin by staying out of the tanning bed.
By Amy Magill, MA, RD, LDN
Sources:
- http://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/skin-cancer-facts
- https://www.aad.org/public/spot-skin-cancer/learn-about-skin-cancer/dangers-of-indoor-tanning
- http://www.skincancer.org/healthy-lifestyle/outdoor-activities/essential-sun-safety-information-for-skiers-and-snowboarders
- https://www.epa.gov/sunsafety/health-effects-uv-radiation
- http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/skin/basic_info/prevention.htm
- http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/sunless-tanning/art-20046803
