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Maryland Legislature Passes Bill Protecting Youth from Risks of Skin Cancer
... is a huge step towards saving countless lives. “We know that the earlier a person starts tanning, the greater the risk of being diagnosed with melanoma and other skin cancers later in life. Research has proven that using an indoor tanning device before the age of 35 increases the risk of melanoma by 59 percent. And the risk is even higher when tanning bed use begins before the age of 25.” Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed ... of indoor tanning devices is a proven risk factor. In 2019, the American Cancer Society projects that 1,750 Marylanders will be diagnosed with melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, and 110 are projected to die from the disease. Both bills still need voting on by the opposite chamber ...
Prince George's Council presents legislation aimed at preventing skin cancer
... Committee for consideration. Council Member Lehman says research shows using an indoor tanning device before the age of 35 increases the risk of melanoma by nearly 60-percent, a risk that increases with each use. “I am proud to lead the effort to protect the youth of Prince George’s ... and deadliest cancers among young people.” The American Cancer Society estimates that 1,700 Maryland residents are diagnosed annually with melanoma of the skin, which is currently the second most common cancer among females ages 15-29. Both Howard and Montgomery counties currently ... will reduce the risk of skin cancer among young people. We know that the earlier a person starts tanning, the greater the risk of getting melanoma and other skin cancers later in life, which is why this new ordinance is so critical.” - American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network ...
Montgomery County is saving lives from skin cancer
... prohibits anyone under the age of 18 from using tanning facilities.” Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States and melanoma is one of the most common cancer diagnosed in young adults. Using a tanning device before the age of 35 increases the risk of melanoma by 59 percent and the chance of squamous cell carcinoma by 67 percent. “Montgomery County is forward thinking in protecting ... skin cancers among our youth.” The American Cancer Society estimates that 1,590 Maryland residents are diagnosed annually with melanoma of the skin and 190 are expected to die from the disease. Basal and squamous cell skin cancers are far more common, but the exact number ...
New Prince George’s County Ordinance Will Save Lives from Skin Cancer
... ultraviolet rays to reduce the risks of skin cancer and premature aging." Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States and melanoma is one of the most common cancer diagnosed in young adults. Using a tanning device before the age of 35 increases the risk of melanoma by 59 percent and the chance of squamous cell carcinoma by 67 percent. “Prince George’s is forward thinking in protecting teens ... in preventing skin cancers among our youth.” The American Cancer Society estimates that 1,590 Maryland residents are diagnosed annually with melanoma of the skin and 190 are expected to die from the disease. Basal and squamous cell skin cancers are far more common, but the exact number ...
Maryland Cancer Advocates Rally in Annapolis
... Senator Joanne Benson (D-24) and Delegate Karen Lewis Young (D-3A), the bill would reduce the risk of skin cancer for Maryland youth, including melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer. Using an indoor tanning device before the age of 35 increases the risk of melanoma by 59 percent. Additional issues that ACS CAN volunteers met with legislators about included state funding for the Breast and Cervical ...