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Third Time Not a Charm

... care for the health of Mississippi’s youth.   “Our legislators heard testimony from women who used tanning beds as teens, later developed melanoma, and barely escaped with their lives. They’ve had hundreds of face-to-face visits with advocates from across the state, including many ... nothing has worked.   “I can understand how a statistic—like how using an indoor tanning device before the age of 35 increases the risk of melanoma by 59 percent—might not resonate with everyone. But, it’s hard to imagine how someone can meet a melanoma survivor face-to-face, see their scars, hear their heartbreaking story, and witness their tears and remain unmoved to help others from ...

California Bans Tanning Bed Use for Under 18

... their rating of indoor tanning equipment from Š—“probably carcinogenic to humansŠ— to definitively Š—“carcinogenic to humans.Š— Melanoma incidence rates have been rising for the past 30 years. An estimated 75,000 Americans are expected to be diagnosed with melanoma this year and 12,000 people will die from the disease. ItŠ—'s important to ensure our children are protected early on because individuals who use indoor tanning devices at a younger age have a 75% increased risk for melanoma and a 69% increase of early onset basal cell carcinoma than those who never use indoor tanning. WhatŠ—'s even more exciting is that a ...

Bill to Prevent Skin Cancer Advances to House Floor

... Worse yet, one in nine high school girls use tanning devices despite the fact that indoor tanning before the age of 35 increases the risk of melanoma by 59 percent,” said ACS CAN New Mexico Government Relations Director Sandra Adondakis. Legislation introduced by Representative G. ... which is considered a carcinogen,” said Representative Romero. While cancer rates overall are decreasing in New Mexico and nationwide, melanoma—now the deadliest form of skin cancer—is actually rising at an alarming rate. Between the ages of 15 and 29, melanoma has become one of the most common cancers diagnosed.  “Because a poor outcome such as skin cancer can be delayed for years, it is ...

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 ...

Tanning Devices No Longer Classified in Same Risk Category as Tongue Depressors

... a critical step today to protect Americans from the dangers of indoor tanning devices, the use of which can increase an individual 's risk of melanoma by 59 percent. This long-awaited order means the FDA can finally require manufacturers to display labels that warn against the use of ... Action Network Phone: (202) 661-5763 or (202) 661-5711 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] #FDA #tanning #skincancer #melanoma #tanningbed #UV #ACSCAN 0 Tanning Devices No Longer Classified in Same Risk Category as Tongue Depressors ...

Don't Fry Day: New Hampshire Wants to Protect Teens from Tanning Beds

... but one family's story particularly stood out, that of Jason Jay Farley . At the young age of 30, Jay lost his life to Stage IV Metastatic Melanoma. He fought a 10-month battle. As his parents wrote in an op-ed to the Eagle Tribune : Many years earlier, when Jay and his friends wanted ... he used a tanning bed for the first time. We didn't know then that using indoor tanning devices before age 35 increases the risk of developing melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, by 59 percent. Jay's parents Brenda and Gary were staunch advocates for the New Hampshire legislation, ... testimony and media interviews. We credit their courage and passion with helping to pass the bill. In addition to Brenda and Gary's voices, melanoma survivors submitted letters to the editor in support of the legislation to prohibit indoor tanning by those under 18. ACS CAN volunteers ...

Massachusetts Moves to Protect Teens from Indoor Tanning

... and their skin cells are dividing and changing more rapidly than those of adults. In fact, indoor tanning use before the age of 35 increases melanoma risk by 59 percent. Skin cancer is the most common of all cancer types. According to one estimate, about 3.5 million basal and squamous ... Š—– as some people have more than one. This year the American Cancer Society estimates that there will be 76,380 newly diagnosed cases of melanoma in the United States, the most deadly type of skin cancer. Nearly all skin cancers could be prevented by limiting unprotected exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. When they do occur, most skin cancers can be treated successfully if detected early Š—– even melanoma. As states continue to work to enact tanning restrictions, ACS CAN is also calling on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to finalize ...

Minnesota Taking Steps to Protect Teens from Indoor Tanning

... be the end of it. No big deal," said Megan Ramey, a 25-year-old cancer survivor from White Bear Lake, Minn. Megan was diagnosed with stage III melanoma at age 20 by her local physician when she was home on a break from college. In addition to removing the irritated mole on her hip, she had ... And it's even more alarming when you couple it with the fact that people who use sunbeds before age 35 increase their lifetime risk of melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, by 59 percent. That's why 33 states currently regulate the use of tanning facilities by minors and 17 ... We're committed to working with the Minnesota legislature to pass this legislation so more women like Megan avoid life-threatening battles with melanoma. Minnesota Taking Steps to Protect Teens from Indoor Tanning ...

Law Protecting Oklahoma’s Children from Deadly Indoor Tanning Devices Goes into Effect

... 18 are at a particularly high risk for the damages associated with UV radiation and exposure. Indoor tanning use before the age of 35 increases melanoma risk by 59 percent. With this new law, Oklahoma joins 14 other states and Washington, D.C., in protecting minors under the age of 18 from ... radiation is the most effective way to prevent skin cancer. This is especially true for children. An estimated 790 people will be diagnosed with melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, in Oklahoma this year alone. ### 0 Law Protecting Oklahoma’s Children from Deadly Indoor Tanning ...

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