Friday, 16 May 2014

Melanoma & Skin Cancer News Round Up: 16/05/2014

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  • Skin cancer rates are rising. It's time sunbed licensing was brought in across England


In a report released today, the All Party Parliamentary Group on Skin (APPGS) outline their recommendations to the Department of Health on extending sunbed regulation.

Source: Spectator


  • 'Urgent action' needed as 130 Glasgow children admit using sunbeds


Almost 130 schoolchildren aged between 12 and 13 in Scotland’s largest city have admitted illegally using sunbeds in the last year, a survey has revealed.

Source: STV


  • UK’s most popular suncreams ‘fail protection test’


SUNcreams produced by three of the UK’s most popular brands have failed to provide the protection they claim, tests by a consumer watchdog revealed.

Source: Scotsman


  • Anti-cancer wristband will help save your skin


BOFFINS in Glasgow have invented a waterproof wristband which warns wearers if they are at risk of skin cancer.

Source: Evening Times


  • Newer Tanning Beds Still Linked with Melanoma Risk


Indoor tanning has long been associated with an increased risk of melanoma, and new research suggests that using newer tanning beds is just as risky. 

Source: Pharmacy Times 


  • Sunbeds Inquiry 2014


Following a successful oral evidence session on sunbed regulation (15th January) and a 6 week written consultation, the APPGS is pleased to publish its final recommendations to the Department of Health.

Source: APPGS

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