Tanning Beds Among Female Youth Dangerously High, Cancerous
by Anthony Sibley (AJ) on Jul 11, 2013 | Views: 451 | Score: 4
| All High School Students | High School Girls | All White High School Girls | Grade 12 Girls | Aged 18-21 White Women | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indoor Tanning Usage | 13 | 21 | 29 | 32 | 29 |
Percentage reporting regular indoor tanning
Sources:
cdc.gov, onlinelibrary.wiley.com
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One million Americans use tanning salons daily, and nearly 30 million each year. Using tanning beds before age 35, increases the risk of melanoma by 75%. The WHO categorizes indoor tanning as Group 1, the most dangerous cancer-causing substances, including plutonium and arsenic. In melanoma cases involving individuals 18-29 that used tanning beds, 76% were attributed to indoor tanning.