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Vitamin D Levels Tied to Diabetes Risk in Obese Kids

Wednesday, December 7, 2011
TUESDAY, Dec. 6 (HealthDay News) — Low levels of vitamin D are much more common in obese children than in those who aren’t obese and are associated with insulin resistance, a risk factor for type 2 diabetes, researchers have found.… continue reading

Expert: Sun Protects Against Skin Cancer

Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Another British oncologist has rebuked the cosmetic dermatology industry’s sun-scare tactics, penning an article in the British press Tuesday encouraging people to get regular sun exposure to help them prevent all forms of cancer — even skin cancer.
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Nashville and after – Article in the US Smart Tan Magazine

Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Steve Gilroy, VP for Smart Tan Canada It was an amazing turnout for Canadian in Nashville. Estimated figures showed 20% more Canchuks in Nashville this year than last year enjoying southern hospitality.  It was so great to see the educational classes full and Friday’s vitamin D symposium over flowing.… continue reading

Skin cancer rate may be higher in high-radon areas

Monday, December 5, 2011
RECORDER REPORT 
 Rates of one form of skin cancer may be elevated in areas with naturally high levels of the radioactive gas radon, a UK study suggests.But researchers caution the findings do not prove that radon raises people’s risk of the disease, known as squamous cell carcinoma – a highly curable type of skin cancer.
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Canadian Salon Gets TV Coverage

Thursday, December 1, 2011
An Ontario Santa Claus parade this year turned into positive publicity for indoor tanning, thanks to a parade float sponsored by an Ontario tanning franchisee.
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