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Tanning Beds and Skin Cancer Risks | Durham News
Tanning beds aren’t just risky—they’re scientifically proven to cause DNA mutations at twice the rate of natural sun exposure, with UV levels up to ten times stronger. Just a few mutations in the wrong spot can lead to melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. Yet, fueled by social media myths and beauty trends, teens still flock to tanning beds, believing a “base tan” protects them—when in reality, there’s no such thing as a safe tan. The WHO calls tanning beds as dangerous as tobacco, and using them before age 20 dramatically raises melanoma risk. While some states ban minors from…
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