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How safe is tanning bed technology in 2014?

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Sunlamps and tanning beds promise consumers a bronzed body year-round, but the ultraviolet (UV) radiation from these devices poses serious health risks. “Although some people think that a tan gives them a 'healthy' glow, any tan is a sign of skin damage,” says Sharon Miller, M.S.E.E. read more

While tanning bed technology has improved over the years, the beds still rely on UV rays to tan the skin. UVA rays are penetrating rays that go deep into the epidermis. UVB rays affect the upper layers of the dermis. UV rays are the number one cause of skin cancer and the number of cases are growing each year. read more

Indoor tanning is not a safe way to get vitamin D. Although it is important to get enough vitamin D, the safest way to do so is through what you eat. Tanning harms your skin, and the amount of UV exposure you need to get enough vitamin D is hard to measure because it is different for every person and also varies with the weather, latitude, altitude, and more. read more

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