New Study by SUNARC Shows Tanning and Melanoma Link Scientifically Flawed

Monday, March 15, 2010

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — 03/15/10 — A new study published in the peer-reviewed journal “Dermato-Endocrinology”shows that there is no statistically significant connection between sunbeds and melanoma in those who can develop suntans (skin type II-VI), with increased risk centered only on those whose skin is so fair it cannot tan (skin type I).

Vitamin D better than vaccines at preventing flu, report claims

Monday, March 15, 2010

Oliver Gillie

Vitamin D could cut the risk of flu infection in children by half, the report claims

Randomized trial of vitamin D supplementation to prevent seasonal influenza A in schoolchildren.

Friday, March 12, 2010

BACKGROUND: To our knowledge, no rigorously designed clinical trials have evaluated the relation between vitamin D and physician-diagnosed seasonal influenza. OBJECTIVE: We investigated the effect of vitamin D supplements on the incidence of seasonal influenza A in schoolchildren. DESIGN: From December 2008 through March 2009, we conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial comparing vitamin D(3) supplements (1200 IU/d) with placebo in schoolchildren.… continue reading

Where’s the ‘Overwhelming’ Evidence?

Friday, March 12, 2010

SMARTTAN.com

A Florida state senator’s absolute statement about indoor tanning is indicative of how the Cosmetic Dermatology industry’s lobbying groups have upped the rhetoric about UV exposure without the research to back up their statements.