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Why Did the FDA Implement Tanning Tax?
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Posted by: Dr. Mercola
Dermatologists were able to remove the so-called Botax from the Senate’s health-care overhaul bill and replace it with a 10 percent tax on tanning services. The American Medical Association had also opposed the proposed 5 percent tax on cosmetic procedures, dubbed the Botax after the anti-wrinkle product Botox.
… continue readingDermatologists were able to remove the so-called Botax from the Senate’s health-care overhaul bill and replace it with a 10 percent tax on tanning services. The American Medical Association had also opposed the proposed 5 percent tax on cosmetic procedures, dubbed the Botax after the anti-wrinkle product Botox.
Oprah’s doctor – Prevent Breast Cancer with Vitamin D
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
There’s a paradigm shift going on in medicine as new research reveals a far greater role for vitamin D. Vitamin D is not just for kids—or the prevention of rickets. Optimal levels of Vitamin D (40–80 ng/ml) enhance the creation and functioning of healthy cells throughout the body.… continue reading
Why sunscreens may give a false sense of security
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
It’s vital to avoid excessive sun exposure to minimise the risk of skin cancer, but some sunlight is necessary to ensure adequate vitamin D levels. File photo / The Aucklander
… continue readingFDA debates tougher cancer warning on tanning beds
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
By LAURAN NEERGAARD
The Associated Press http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/18/AR2010011802011_pf.html WASHINGTON — Just as millions head to tanning beds to prepare for spring break, the Food and Drug Administration will be debating how to toughen warnings that those sunlamps pose a cancer risk. Yes, sunburns are particularly dangerous.… continue reading
The Associated Press http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/18/AR2010011802011_pf.html WASHINGTON — Just as millions head to tanning beds to prepare for spring break, the Food and Drug Administration will be debating how to toughen warnings that those sunlamps pose a cancer risk. Yes, sunburns are particularly dangerous.… continue reading
