The number of Americans who have either high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or both.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC)
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Women and Teens Use Tanning Beds Despite Known Risks
More than 30 percent of teen girls and young women have used tanning beds within the last year, despite knowing the health risks involved, according to a recent study released by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
The AAD indicates that the use of indoor tanning beds can increase a person's risk of melanoma skin cancer by 75%. Despite this, the AAD says most young women prefer tanning beds and outdoor sunning to safe alternatives, such as spray tanning, which the study indicates 86% of respondents have yet to try.
From the July 2011 Edition of AGD Impact
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