In the News
A little more sun exposure may be good for vitamin D levels
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Many people are wary of spending too much time in the sun, and rightfully so. Extended periods of sun exposure can cause painful burns and even increase the risk of skin cancer. But experts say this does not mean people should shun the sun entirely.… continue reading
Mercola: Tanning Prevents Cancer
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Monday, April 16th, 2012 SmartTan.com
The internet’s most-read health-education web site is promoting indoor tanning as a healthy activity — pointing to a recent published medical review claiming the benefits of regular UV exposure far outweigh the risks associated with overexposure.
… continue reading5,000 IU Beats 2,000 IU: New D Study
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
An Australian study has shown that the amount of vitamin D you need to be replete in the sunshine vitamin may be more than 8 times higher than the 600 IU the Institute of Medicine declared last fall.
… continue readingTanning bed ban for under 18 sought in Sask.
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Officials from the Saskatchewan division of the Canadian Cancer Society want the province to enact a ban on anyone under 18 using a tanning bed.
… continue readingSlip, slop or scare tactic?
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Has the sun smart message gone too far? A number of scientists say yes.
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. In fact, two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the time they are 70.
