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Tanmaxxing Trend Risks Skin Cancer | Green Bay News
Tanmaxxing, the viral Gen Z trend of chasing the darkest tan possible by soaking up intense sun and tanning bed radiation without sunscreen, is sparking major health alarms. Experts warn it’s as dangerous as tobacco and asbestos, with tanning beds delivering far more harmful UV than natural sunlight. Starting tanning before age 35 raises melanoma risk by 75%, and shocking stats reveal over a third of Gen Z don’t know the risks. With 112,000 new melanoma cases expected this year in the U.S., health officials are urging parents, teachers, and doctors to educate youth—because this trend isn’t…
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