In the News
Province won’t place restrictions on tanning beds
Friday, July 16, 2010
The province is steering clear of a suggestion to restrict tanning beds to those 18 and older.
The Capital Regional District is considering a bylaw to do just that, but Healthy Living and Sport Minister Ida Chong says she’s not.… continue reading
Skin cancer detection lights up
Friday, July 16, 2010
A handheld instrument that uses light to determine if a lesion or mole is cancerous has been developed in British Columbia.
Public to weigh in on tan ban
Friday, July 16, 2010
The public will be asked for feedback on a proposal to ban use of tanning beds in the capital region by anyone under 18.
Dr. Richard Stanwick, chief medical health officer for the Vancouver Island Health Authority, is recommending the bylaw.
Victoria may ban teens from tanning beds
Friday, July 16, 2010
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s capital could soon become one of the only jurisdictions in Canada to ban teens from indoor tanning salons over concerns the practice causes cancer.
The regional district that includes Victoria and surrounding communities is considering a bylaw that would, among other things, prohibit anyone under 18 from using tanning beds and require ID from anyone who appears to be under 25.
… continue readingModeration in all things
Friday, July 16, 2010
The summer sun is blazing down on us, and our thoughts turn naturally to…skin cancer.
Skin cancer is worth giving some thought to. According to the Canadian Dermatology Association (CDA), it is the most common cancer diagnosed in Canadians. These days, we can expect over 75,000 Canadians to be diagnosed with non-melanoma skin cancer each year.
