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Save lives, restrict minors from tanning beds

... their memorable high school events ahead. Little do they know that research shows using indoor tanning devices before the age of 35 increases melanoma by 59 percent, which could put their lives at risk. Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. and rates have been rising for the past 30 years. Melanoma accounts for only about one percent of skin cancers but causes a large majority of skin cancer deaths. The current increase in melanoma in adults is the result of exposure to UV radiation starting in childhood and young adult years. Therefore, preventing exposure to UV ...

Health Groups Call on Lawmakers to Pass Youth Skin Cancer Prevention Bill

... 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 ...

Guest Opinion by Taelor Anderson

... turned upside down when I was only 30 years old. It was supposed to be a routine doctor visit to remove a mole. A biopsy showed the mole was melanoma — the most serious form of skin cancer. In fact, it was stage 2B. Cancer is not a word anyone wants to hear. While melanoma accounts for only 1 percent of skin cancer cases, it causes most of skin cancer deaths. I had two surgeries and a year of chemotherapy to ...

American Cancer Society and ACS CAN Statement on the Passing of President Jimmy Carter

... Carter was diagnosed with cancer. He underwent elective surgery in August 2015 to remove a small mass in his liver. The surgery revealed melanoma, spreading to four different parts of his brain. He was 90 years old at the time. “A tremendous advocate for cancer education and ... cancer. “We extend our deepest condolences to the Carter family and friends at the loss of this American treasure,” Frederick said. What is Melanoma? Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops when melanocytes (the cells that give the skin its tan or brown color) start to grow out of ...

Cancer Advocates Denounce Today’s Action by House Judiciary Committee

... Dermatology speak out. In response to today’s defeat, Kristin Page-Nei, Montana government relations director for ACS CAN, ACS CAN volunteer/melanoma survivor Taelor Anderson, and Charlotte Kutsch, MD, President of Montana Academy of Dermatology released the following statements: Kristin ... we have battled to save lives by passing this critically important legislation. This is a huge loss for public health and for Montanans.While melanoma accounts for only 1% of skin cancer cases, it causes most of skin cancer deaths. Research shows that indoor tanning use before the age of 35 increases melanoma risk by 59%.  “Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. and rates have been rising for the past 30 years. Montana ...

House Votes ‘Yes’ to Protect Kids from Indoor Tanning, Sends Bill to Governor

... radiation is the most effective way to prevent skin cancer. This is especially true for kids. “An estimated 790 people will be diagnosed with melanoma in Oklahoma this year alone. Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer,” Gray said. “By supporting this bill to protect our kids from the UV radiation emitted by these ... a particularly high risk for the damages associated with UV radiation and exposure. In fact, indoor tanning use before the age of 35 increases melanoma risk by 59 percent. The bill now moves to Gov. Mary Fallin’s desk for consideration. ###   House Votes ‘Yes’ to Protect Kids from ...

Bill to Protect New York State Kids from Deadly Skin Cancer Passes Out of Assembly Codes Committee

... millions of cases being diagnosed annually. In New York State this year alone, it is estimated that almost 5,000 people will be diagnosed with melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from indoor tanning devices has been directly linked to increased risk of melanoma and has been categorized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “carcinogenic to humans.” In fact, indoor tanning use before the age of 35 increases melanoma risk by 59 percent. “As the bill moves to the Rules Committee, we urge the Assembly to give its approval to this legislation, as it goes ...

Bill to Protect New York State’s Young People from the Dangers of Skin Cancer Due to Indoor Tanning Passes Senate

... Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) has noted that the highest risk for skin cancer lies in avoiding the use of indoor tanning facilities. Melanoma is currently the second most common cancer among females aged 15 – 29.   The younger a person starts and the more repeated exposure to ... of this bill and to do the same.” Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from indoor tanning devices has been directly linked to increased risk of melanoma and has been categorized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “carcinogenic to humans.” In fact, indoor tanning use before the age of 35 increases the risk of melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, by 59 percent. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States with millions of cases being ...

WV Senate Joins House in Passing Indoor Tanning Legislation

... beds. We call on the governor to act quickly on signing this bill because the use of tanning devices is on the rise and so is the risk of melanoma and other skin cancers.   “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 law would be so critical.  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.   “When it is enacted, this bill will be ...

Skin Cancer Survivor Thanks Gov. Fallin for Protecting Children from Deadly Indoor Tanning Beds

... using indoor tanning beds at age 13. “What I went through was incredibly difficult for me and my family, but I was lucky because it was not melanoma,” Gordon said. “Tanning became an addiction for me – and I started when I was just a kid. I don’t want anyone else to endure what ... 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. Young people under the age of 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. ACS CAN applauds the Legislature and Gov. Fallin for protecting children from the UV radiation emitted by indoor ...

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