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UV tanning devices
Summary
Sunlamps and tanning beds emit UV radiation associated with melanoma and other skin cancers.
Detail
UV-emitting tanning devices are Group 1 with sufficient evidence for melanoma and ocular (eye) melanoma. Risk is higher when tanning-bed use begins in adolescence or early adulthood. WHO and most major cancer bodies advise against the use of tanning beds for cosmetic purposes; several countries restrict use by minors.
Regional relevance
global
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Sources
Primary sources
Supporting sources
- Canadian Cancer Society — Canadian Cancer Society — Reduce your risk
- ACS — ACS — Known and Probable Human Carcinogens
- Cancer Research UK — Cancer Research UK — Causes of cancer and reducing your risk
- IARC / WHO — European Code Against Cancer — European Code Against Cancer (5th edition) — 14 ways you can help prevent cancer
- NTP — NTP — Report on Carcinogens (US National Toxicology Program)
- Cancer Council Australia — Cancer Council Australia — Causes of cancer
Consumer references
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- California Prop 65 list
State of California's list of chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.