In the News
Back Tanning-bed warning info a lot of poppycock
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Peterborough Examiner Re “Leal backs bill to ban teens from tan salons”
I was disgusted to read the comments made by Anita Record of the Peterborough and District Canadian Cancer Society. Much of what she spouted is poppycock. She should not be giving the public incorrect information.… continue reading
Proposals made for regulation of sunbeds
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
MARIE O’HALLORAN, The Irish Times
EIGHTEEN ORGANISATIONS and individuals have made submissions to the Department of Health about proposed new laws to restrict the use of sunbeds because of their potential to cause cancer. Minister for Health Ms Harney sought opinions on measures including a ban on under-18s using tanning machines, controls on their sale and rental, regulation of supervision at tanning booths, and the possibility of making warning labels mandatory.… continue reading
Hello, sunshine!
Monday, August 11, 2008
By MARILYN LINTON, TORONTO SUN
May you always walk in sunshine is a popular blessing, but not to be taken literally during these risky skin cancer days of summer sun. Nonetheless, more of us are now re-examining our sunphobia and trying to figure out how much sun is enough or too much.… continue reading
Natural sun protection
Monday, August 11, 2008
The Okanagan is famous for its long sunny summers. Protecting yourself from the sun’s harmful rays that cause sunburn and aging of your skin is an important everyday task. The usual method is to use chemical sunscreens that work by absorbing the ultra violet (UV) rays that cause sunburn.… continue reading
FDA Remains Asleep at the Wheel
Friday, August 8, 2008
CHICAGO — Since 1978, sunscreens have been regulated and labeled by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the basis of their SPF (Skin Protection Factor). On August 23, 2007, the FDA proposed new regulations for more informative labeling of sunscreens.… continue reading
