Skin Cancer - Tantastic - BBC

Sunday, June 14th, 2009

Skin Cancer - Tantastic - BBC
Some people will risk everything to get a sun tan, irrespective of the real risk of skin cancer. From BBC Worldwide….

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Skin Cancer And Melanoma - A National Cancer

Friday, February 27th, 2009

Skin Cancer And Melanoma - A National Cancer
almost 400,000 Australians are diagnosed every year with skin cancer A doctors message about melanoma and how to protect yourself There is nothing healthy about a TAN Australia has the highest skin cancer rate of any country in the world Protect yourself in five ways from skin cancer: 1. Put on a broad-brimmed hat that shades your face, neck and ears 2. Wear sun protective clothing that c…

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Raising Skin Cancer Awareness

Monday, September 1st, 2008

Raising Skin Cancer Awareness
Social Change Project to raise awareness of skin cancer issues in Australia….

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Despite Warning, Tanning Bed Usage Doubles

Monday, September 1st, 2008

Despite Warning, Tanning Bed Usage Doubles
Some tan to add a little color to their skin. Some say it makes them look and feel healthier. Whatever the reason, Americans are using tanning salons in record numbers. By the end of the day, another two million people will tan under indoor lamps.* That number has doubled in the last decade.* But more and more young people are learning that “healthy” glow can come with serious risks. The F…

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Skin Cancer — The Dangers Of A Deadly Tan (and Solariums)

Saturday, August 30th, 2008

Skin Cancer -- The Dangers Of A Deadly Tan (and Solariums)
The battle waged by health experts to convince young people in particular about the dangers of tanning appears to be a losing one. Clare Oliver, a young woman whose most precious wish is to live long enough to see her 26th birthday next weekend, offers heartfelt advice on the dangers of a deadly tan….

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