Tanning Beds Background Information Devices emit ultraviolet radiation
Tanning Beds
Background Information - Devices emit ultraviolet radiation to produce cosmetic tans - Tanning beds are most used globally by teenage girls - Lights in tanning beds were originally used to treat rickets patients - 2006 research found people used tanning beds even when they were aware of risks, tended to be addicted to UV rays, sometimes experiencing a ‘high’, similar to drug addictions
- Its convenient, saves time and money for people with busy schedules or budget limitations - Tanning beds helps body produce vitamin D which keeps your teeth, bones and joints strong - Less probability of getting skin burns Pros;
- Causes genetic damage in skin cells which helps cancer cells develop and spread - Over use results in wrinkled skin, age spots and skin dehydration - Ultraviolet radiation levels to eye is over 100 times greater than natural sunlight, meaning corneal burns and occasional retinal damage can occur Cons;
- Governments should regulate indoor tanning industry by requiring UV-emitting devices to be registered, staff to be licensed, equipment and premises inspected regularly - UV-emitting devices should be clearly labelled to explains health risks - Indoor tanning industries must stop using misleading phrases such as safe, no harmful rays, no adverse effects or similar wording Canada’s Current Position
My Beliefs & Opinions - Tanning beds should be limited in use due to severe health risks - People should be encouraged to use natural sun light for cosmetic reasons - Consumers must only be allowed to use a tanning bed for defined exposure hours per year where it’s a necessity
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