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Is it safe to get a base tan to avoid sunburn?
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
The question: With the summer season finally here, I’m excited to work on my tan. I usually go to the tanning salon to create a base to keep my skin from burning, but I’ve heard some reports that it’s not that safe. Is this true?
See JCTA's response below article, which was posted in the comment section continue reading
Katie Price angered by tanning salon who denied her the use of a sunbed because she is pregnant
Sunday, June 16, 2013
'Katie has taken medical advice on this issue and is happy that occasional short use of sunbeds is not an issue during pregnancy.'
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Sunscreen Causes Skin Cancer
Thursday, June 6, 2013
With all the talk about sunscreen, and its benefits, I thought you should know that it causes skin cancer! Well, I shouldn’t say that without making a few things clear. In a previous article, which you will find at the link below, I talked about the dangerous chemicals that are put into today’s sunscreens and skincare products. continue reading
How does vitamin D protect against skin cancer?
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Dr. Bikle summarizes, “Thus, by these mechanisms one can conclude that the skin has evolved protective mechanisms against UVR induced carcinogenesis, and that these mechanisms involve vitamin D.” continue reading
Lower Vitamin D Levels Associated with Twice the Risk of Respiratory Disease
Friday, May 31, 2013
The Vitamin D Society wants to make the public aware of a new study showing an association between lower vitamin D levels and twice the risk of respiratory disease for older people. continue reading
