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Cancer
Studies from V. Cokkinides et al in the area of cancer described
March 21st, 2009
According to recent research from the United States, "A recent meta-analysis found that indoor tanning use before the age of 35 years increases the risk of melanoma, supporting policies to restrict indoor tanning use among adolescents. The objectives of the current study were to provide a national assessment of prevalence and trends of indoor tanning use among US adolescents, to examine changes in the prevalence of indoor tanning use from 1998 to 2004 in relation to state policies on minors' access, and to assess the prevalence of burns, rashes, and infections among users." "Two cross-sectional population-based surveys of US youths ages 11 to 18 years and their...
Source: Law & Health Weekly (2009-03-21)
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