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Industry influence in indoor tanning research

BMJ, 2020
Studies linking exposure to indoor tanning beds that emit ultraviolet radiation with melanoma and other skin cancers began to emerge as early as the 1980s, and a compelling body of evidence now exists to support the carcinogenic effect of indoor tanning. Incidence rates for melanoma have increased among populations with high use of indoor tanning beds,
Stapleton, Jerod L., Hillhouse, Joel J.
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Scientific developments in indoor tanning and melanoma

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2011
I n this month’s Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology online, Lim et al summarize a large body of evidence that relates to the regulation of indoor ultraviolet (UV) tanning. From a public health perspective, the most important aspect of this issue is the association of indoor tanning with melanoma, the leading cause of death among skin ...
Linda, Ratanaprasatporn, Jason, Neustadter, Martin A, Weinstock   +2 more
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Phenomenology and psychopathology of excessive indoor tanning

International Journal of Dermatology, 2014
AbstractExcessive indoor tanning, defined by the presence of an impulse towards and repetition of tanning that leads to personal distress, has only recently been recognized as a psychiatric disorder. This finding is based on the observations of many dermatologists who report the presence of addictive relationships with tanning salons among their ...
Aymeric, Petit, Laurent, Karila, Florence, Chalmin, Michel, Lejoyeux   +3 more
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Frequent Indoor Tanners’ Beliefs About Indoor Tanning and Cessation

American Journal of Health Promotion, 2018
Purpose: Indoor tanning is associated with an increased risk of developing skin cancer. In the United States, nearly 1 in 5 white women aged 18 to 25 are indoor tanners. This study elicited beliefs about tanning indoors and quitting/cutting back on indoor tanning.
Karen, Glanz, Amy, Jordan, DeAnn, Lazovich, Amy, Bleakley   +3 more
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Promotion of frequent tanning sessions by indoor tanning facilities: Two studies

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2002
Indoor tanning may increase the risk of melanoma and other health problems. Frequent users of indoor tanning facilities may be at particularly high risk.In study 1 our purpose was to assess the prevalence and nature of indoor tanning advertisements; in study 2 we aimed to assess tanning facility compliance to recommended exposure schedules.In study 1 ...
Harry T, Kwon, Joni A, Mayer, Kristina K, Walker, Henry, Yu, Elizabeth C, Lewis, George E, Belch   +5 more
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International Perspectives on Indoor Tanning

2011
This chapter reviews the English language literature regarding the prevalence, frequency, and predictors of sunbed use outside of the United States. The literature examining sunbed use across European and non-European countries indicates prevalent use, especially in young women.
Jennifer Hay, Samara Lipsky
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Update on indoor tanning legislation in the United States

Clinics in Dermatology, 2015
The incidence of melanoma has been increasing over the past several decades, with notable increases in the pediatric and adolescent population. Indoor tanning has been proven carcinogenic and is associated with an increased risk of melanoma, especially when used at a young age. The incidence and frequency of usage of indoor tanning in the United States
Michael, Pan, Lauren, Geller
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Indoor tanning: Risks, benefits, and future trends

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1995
The indoor tanning industry is a $1 billion-a-year business in the United States, and use of these high-intensity UVA tanning devices continues to grow. Many members of the medical community are concerned about the safety of these largely unregulated devices, but tanning salon operators state such concerns are unfounded and unproved.
J M, Spencer, R A, Amonette
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Prevalence and Correlates of Indoor Tanning

2011
This chapter systematically reviews recent research on the prevalence and correlates of indoor tanning. We review the literature on the extent to which indoor tanning facilities are accessible to individuals in various geographic regions in the United States and internationally. Documenting the prevalence and accessibility of indoor tanning provides an
Elliot J. Coups, L. Alison Phillips
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Indoor tanning relieves pain

Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 2005
Mandeep, Kaur, Steven R, Feldman, Anthony, Liguori, Alan B, Fleischer   +3 more
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