Skin cancer campaign targets tans Dec 4, 2008
A $1 million Queensland Government advertising campaign to highlight the "dark side" of tanning began last night. Health Minister Stephen Robertson said skin cancer was one of the state's most difficult health challenges as one in 20 Queenslanders were expected to be diagnosed with melanoma before the age of 75. (Courier Mail)
Dark side of the tan Dec 3, 2008
The state government's Dark Side of Tanning campaign will show young people how skin becomes damaged before it starts to show signs of burning. One in 20 Queenslanders are diagnosed with melanoma before the age of 75. (Sky News Australia)
BUSINESS BRIEFCASE Nov 28, 2008
- Dynamic Tanning providing healthy tanning suggestions. - Kish Health Systems performing blood pressure screenings. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Warning over injectable tan drugs Nov 21, 2008
The craze for celebrity-style all-over tans has sparked a rise in the number of people injecting themselves with potentially dangerous tanning drugs ... We spend 30million annually on self-tanning ... A BBC inquiry says that demand for syringes has soared as more people inject the tanning drug. (Mirror.co.uk)
Study Helps Identify Beachgoers At Increased Risk Of Skin Cancer Nov 19, 2008
Almost 23 percent of participants reported attending a tanning salon in the past 30 days ... Class 2 Tan seekers, highest number who reported that they sunburn easily, used the most sunscreen coverage and the least clothing coverage, had the most tanning salon use ... The identification of tanning subtypes should eventually improve the ability to determine appropriate health interventions, writes Sherry L. Pagoto, Ph. (Science Daily)
Dermatology practice Nov 18, 2008
LaDuca said that treatments can include things like oral medications that had previously been used to treat other conditions, but have been found effective with psoriasis, as well as photo therapy, where the skin is exposed to specially designed light, similar to a tanning booth, but geared towards alleviating the effects of psoriasis. LaDuca said that it is this kind of breakthrough that is important to take notice of. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Doctors warn against use of Melanotan to top up tans Nov 18, 2008
Urban Wellbeing, a tanning salon in Soho, placed an advert on a forum saying it was a "leading supplier of the personal research peptide Melanotan II, with a London-based agent". When telephoned by The Independent yesterday an employee claimed the hormone was sold through an independent agent, not through the shop. (Independent)
Warning over tan jabs' potential side effects Nov 18, 2008
We spend 30million annually on self-tanning ... But there are reports the tanning drug makes existing moles darker - sparking fears that a product developed to treat skin cancer could actually cause it. (Mirror.co.uk)
Unlicensed tanning drug use rises Nov 17, 2008
A growing number of people in the UK are injecting themselves with an unlicensed tanning drug, a BBC investigation has found ... The BBC investigation found needle exchanges across the UK have noted more and more people coming in to get syringes to inject the tanning drug. (BBC News -- UK)
Warning over tanning drug Nov 17, 2008
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Boehner to Face GOP Leadership Challenge... Nov 15, 2008
Political Radar: Boehner to Face Leadership Challenge. Boehner to Face Leadership Challenge. (The Drudge Report)
XpresSmile Teeth Whitening Selected by Premier California Health Salon Nov 15, 2008
The XpresSmile system was designed specifically for the needs of salons (beauty and sun tanning salon products), spas (med spa, day spa) and health clubs and chiropractors to enable them to offer professional teeth whitening (up to 2-8 shades) in just 20-40 minutes at a fraction of the cost of dentists. XpresSmile uses cool blue LED light to accelerate the whitening process. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Elks want to 'tan your hide' Nov 15, 2008
As for the local Elks, 235 useable hides were donated by area hunters and delivered to the tanning service ... This year a young hunter was the first to hand over his hide for tanning. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Cancer death rate falling in NSW: data Nov 13, 2008
The Dark Side of Tanning ad campaign targets young men after a successful campaign warning young women of the dangers of melanoma ran last summer. She said the ads illustrated how a melanoma no deeper than a millimetre could spread throughout the body. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Cellulite Can you beat it? Nov 12, 2008
Tanning creams can make cellulite less noticeable. Rather than spend money at a spa, ask your partner for a massage. (Suite101.com)
Internet addiction made an official disorder in China Nov 12, 2008
Tanorexia An unhealthy dependence on tanning, so called because of its similarities to body image disorders such as anorexia. Withdrawal symptoms have been described as similar to those of alcohol and drug addictions. (Times Online)
The price of tanning Nov 11, 2008
Brittany Myers does not frequent tanning salons ... With a tanning salon right in Foggy Bottom, attaining a darker skin tone on campus is as easy as stopping by Relaxed Tanning on F Street for 15 minutes between classes ... Relaxed owner, alumnus and former Student Association President Kris Hart, estimated that 4,800 customers have used his tanning services since the salon opened in 2006, 70 percent of whom have been GW students. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Silk boxer shorts? Spray tanners? Nov 8, 2008
Oh yeah, they re too busy spraying each other down with tanning solution, giggling like school girls. Go Bookman. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
BETTER LIFE: Smokers more addicted now than in '80s, '90s Nov 7, 2008
Addiction - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Study: Smokers more addicted now than in '80s, '90s. (USA Today -- Life)
Providing a stable environment Nov 6, 2008
In the past few years, Nagle, who also owns two tanning salons and has worked as both a jeweler and loan officer, said she has traveled as far as Pennsylvania to rescue unwanted horses. If I didn t have to work six days a week, I d drive to California, she said. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Bloggers' challenge: Name one law you would enact, abolish or change. Nov 6, 2008
culata wrote on Nov 3, 2008 11:54 PM:" I think some of these common-sense laws are ridiculous, namely seatbelts and car seats for 80-lb. kids. I also wonder how much taxpayers' money went making a law that states a minor needs parental permission to visit a tanning booth. ". culata wrote on Nov 3, 2008 11:58 PM:" Although I abhor animal cruelty of any kind, I think it's somewhat scary to have made it a felony. I just worry that some slight or misperceived action of abuse or neglect could be... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Photo Gallery Nov 5, 2008
Zoning Board hearings continued last week for developers who want preliminary approval to tear down a group of old tanning factories on Observer Highway that are currently occupied by artists and other professionals. The developers would like to replace the buildings with two new residential buildings and an artists' loft, but the tenants of the existing buildings believe they should be preserved. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Abortion notification losing at the moment Nov 5, 2008
Supporters called it a commonsense move, noting that parental notice is necessary when minors are dispensed aspirin in schools or visit tanning salons. Opponents argued the notification requirement would endanger the health of minors and is intended to chip away at abortion rights. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Canadians can maintain Vitamin D levels this winter Nov 1, 2008
CALGARY, Nov. 1 /CNW/ - Fabutan today announced a tanning package that lets Canadians maintain their vitamin D intake during the winter months ... Canada's northern location prevents adequate doses of UVB from sunlight to produce sufficient levels of vitamin D. The 75-minute tanning package will be available from Nov. 1, 2008 to Feb. 28, 2009, coinciding with the months that natural sunlight in Canada does not provide adequate UVB to maintain optimal vitamin D levels ... Canadians have come to... (Canada Newswire)
The state of the local economy: Local businesses share their stories Nov 1, 2008
Next door, at Sun Factory Tanning Studio in Norwell, general manager Courtney Wolinsky said she believes looking good and feeling good is something everyone wants, whatever their budget ... 98 per month rate for unlimited tanning. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Frightful dates? Nov 1, 2008
I was starting to really enjoy tanning that azz. She said when we got finished everytime she sat down she had an O. LMAO. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Drum maker is treated for anthrax Oct 31, 2008
Mr Lightfoot said the risk was limited to drum makers and others who work with animal hides, which can contain spores of the bacteria that survive the tanning process. "It is important to stress that it is the making of animal skin drums that is the risk for coming into contact with anthrax rather than playing or handling drums.". (BBC News -- UK)
Andruw says he'd like to finish career as a Brave Oct 31, 2008
Go ask around about which Hollywood snatch Lindsey Lohan is munching on these days, or where Ryan Seacrest s favorite tanning bed is - YOU SUCK.. By joni. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Impeach President Kufuor -Busia's Daughter Oct 28, 2008
The golden age of business government could not create the enabling environment for local and or joint partnership to re open the tanning factory, the jute factory or the shoe factory in kumasi which has their core support. The promised Vehicle assembly plant has not materialized. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Economic miracle, environmental disaster Oct 28, 2008
As Voss' photographs illustrate, pulp and paper, tanning, chemical and other factories set up shop along the banks of China's rivers and simply dump their waste into the water. Often the factories are protected by local officials who have a financial stake in their survival. (CNN -- Tech)
Living the immigrant American dream Oct 27, 2008
Polish Americans helped him find an apartment and a job at Flagg Tanning Corp., Milwaukee, where he worked for three years removing hair from hides. His new acquaintances also encouraged him to go to college. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
New 24-hour gym opens in Madison, uses software to track clients progress Oct 25, 2008
Along with the cardio equipment Bender s also has free weights and exercise machines,three tanning beds and more access to all of those are included in the membership. Group classes and personal instruction that includes the use of a new fitness training software that allows trainers to customize workouts and diets for the members is also available. (Madison County Record, AL)
Busy times on the auction block Oct 24, 2008
Some of K-Bid s auctions this month not all for distressed companies included the sale of a commercial food manufacturer, a tanning salon and an online artwork dealer. K-Bid, like many other busy auctioneers in the state, also sells small construction equipment, mowers, snowblowers and a wide range of vehicles for companies that are trying to raise cash by selling otherwise idle assets. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Education Helps Women Make Safer Tanning Choices Oct 22, 2008
MONDAY, Oct. 20 (HealthDay News) -- Giving young women educational materials about the risks of indoor tanning helps them find healthier alternatives for changing appearances, a study says. Six months after 430 college-age women received a booklet focused on the damaging effects of tanning and ultraviolet radiation, specifically related to indoor tanning, on the skin's appearance, about 35 percent of the women reduced their time in tanning booths from the previous year ... However, the... (MEDLINEplus)
Personalized pizza Oct 22, 2008
Take the sign that appears in its restaurants, where every pizza is made to order: Heat lamps are for tanning. We were trying to make it a fun place, cause pizza s a fun food, Thomson said, explaining his fast-casual restaurant s philosophy. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 21, 2008 Oct 22, 2008
Anyone who has bought all the nonsense that Who is Obama spews deserves to be an honorary crony of the Messiah-for-a-New-York-minute Palin, with full benefits, a hefty salary, and a tanning bed. LOL. (North County Times)
In-Shape set to open Nov. 1 Oct 21, 2008
The gym, In-Shape City, at 501 W. Central Ave., will feature cardio equipment, weight training, sports court, indoor lap pool, a kids club, sauna, tanning room, cycling room, women's workout area, and group class space within its 25,000-square-foot floor plan. Advertisement. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Tanning Salons Face New Regulations Oct 21, 2008
Tanning salons throughout New York will soon be faced with a long list of health regulations ... Frank feels that cleanliness is extremely important when it comes to tanning ... The state Health Department will soon require tanning salons to have permits to operate, like restaurants. (FOX23 News, NY)
When The Question is asked, tact gets lost in the commotion Oct 20, 2008
All over the place, strangers find themselves getting heated about God and the economy and sexism and the morality of gubernatorial tanning beds. Take this guy I know, Rick Miles, a soft-spoken bachelor who works in the oil and gas industry and makes it no secret that his politics lean right. (Anchorage Daily News)
Educational materials can alter young women's attitudes about tanning, may reduce skin cancer Oct 20, 2008
A new study indicates that educational literature can influence young women's use of indoor tanning, not by raising their fear of skin cancer but by changing their attitudes about indoor tanning and promoting healthier alternatives for changing appearance ... For the new study, researchers led by Dr. Joel Hillhouse of the School of Public Health at East Tennessee State University designed a large, randomized, controlled study on an educational-based intervention meant to reduce indoor tanning,... (EurekAlert!)
Tanning Community: Ontario Bill Would Hurt Teens, Not Help Them Oct 16, 2008
KELOWNA, BC, Oct. 16 /CNW/ - Canada's indoor tanning community has offered substantive information showing why passage of an Ontario bill seeking to deny teenagers access to professional indoor tanning salons would actually increase sunburn incidence - not reduce it. The Joint Canadian Tanning Association (JCTA), the professional association for indoor tanning facilities in Canada, detailed its objections in its Position Paper sent to the Standing Committee on Social Policy about Ontario's Bill... (Canada Newswire)
Speak, Sarah, speak Oct 15, 2008
00 tanning bed you had installed in the governor s mansion ... 00 tanning bed you had installed in the governor s mansion. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Parental Notification Measure Leading In Polls Oct 13, 2008
Proponents argue that parental knowledge is required for youths on even minor health matters - for aspirin to be dispensed by a school nurse, for access to a tanning salon. The same should be true for abortion, said Barbara Alby, a former state legislator who helped draft the measure. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Study warns of the darker side of tanning Oct 10, 2008
The tanning bed industry is failing to warn consumers about the potential health risks of artificial tanning and doesn't seem to prevent young teens from using them, despite warnings from Health Canada, according to a study released today by the Canadian Cancer Society. The Ontario branch of the society is calling for a ban on people under 18 using tanning beds in the province and for restrictions on the marketing and advertising of tanning salons ... The Canadian Cancer Society says its study... (Globe and Mail)
Discuss » Oct 8, 2008
Hey, ya know its all about creatin jobs ya know And after reading the AJC and Creative Loafin, im all prepped up to move my tanning bed into the big house. Im gonna get to shoot wolfies from air force one ya know. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Ont. weighs ban on artificial tanning by youth Oct 8, 2008
weighs ban on artificial tanning by youth ... weighs ban on artificial tanning by youth ... Ontario will consider banning minors from using artificial tanning beds following Tuesday's call for such legislation from the Canadian Cancer Society. (CBC.ca)
Round two to Obama: Bruce Wolpe Oct 8, 2008
"Palin is for almost everything that most women I know are againstand shes against almost everything theyre for. Shes pro gunincluding semi-automatic weapons. Pro domestic drilling. And pro indoor tanning, apparently. But shes anti embryonic-stem-cell research and anti abortion, even in cases of rape or incest. Shes also anti evolution. (And why is it that supporters of the theory of intelligent design are so often the ones who appear to have been most shortchanged in that department?)... (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Renewed call for tanning regulations Oct 7, 2008
Solarium tanning kills seven Victorians a year and causes 51 new cases of melanoma, new research has found ... It estimated the impact of Australian solariums by calculating the proportion of ultra-violet radiation exposure from solarium tanning, compared with exposure to the sun ... "There is a strong case for national regulation, notwithstanding the recognition that intentional sunbathing outdoors is a far greater behavioural problem than indoor tanning," the paper said. (The Age)
SARAH SHOW: 69,989,000 WATCH... Oct 4, 2008
Final: 69,989,000 viewers -- Palin-Biden the most-watched vp debate ever--The Live Feed. Final: 69,989,000 viewers -- Palin-Biden the most-watched vp debate ever. (The Drudge Report)
One-stop beauty shop Oct 4, 2008
A one-stop health and beauty shop (think Quick Shop for the woman who likes to be pampered); Emporio Valenti offers everything from a Brazilian wax and tanning to Indian head massage and hair extensions ... Although the focus at Emporio Valenti is essentially on is on skin makeovers, they also have nail stations, a fully-equipped hair salon, a men's retreat room (with flat screen TV), as well as an extensive tanning section. (iAfrica.com)
VP Debate: The Biggest Shocker Oct 3, 2008
"Harmless pandering! Pay it no mind. ... [Tks to M.M.] 4:33 P.M. ___________________________It's not only Dems who are nervous: Some conservatives are not happy with McCain's conversion of his campaign into the Umbrage Express. :[T]he Republicans are coming across as whiny grievance-mongers. Don't they realize that this harping on ambiguous slights is what people hate about political correctness? It was bad enough when liberals were trying to destroy Palin. Now Republicans are trashing her... (Slate)
Community interest At KV Health Centre Sep 25, 2008
KV KA H is good towards discounts on KV Health Centre memberships, tanning, or pro-shop items. Shoe donations will be accepted until Sept. 27. (Demotte Kankakee Valley Post News, IN)
Breastfeeding Failure Highlighted by China's Milk Scandal, WHO's Chan Says Sep 25, 2008
Infant formula containing melamine, a compound used in making plastics and tanning leather, has been linked to kidney stones and other illnesses in at least 53,000 babies, causing countries from Japan to Tanzania to curb sales of Chinese baby formula and other dairy products. Melamine can boost protein test readings, allowing producers to water down milk. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Photo Toxic Essential Oils Sep 23, 2008
Bergaptene used to be added to sunscreen lotions to aid tanning, although this practice is no longer continued as it caused sunburn to those with sensitive skin or uneven tanning. Bergamot Essential Oil. (Suite101.com)
Allergic to your furniture? Sep 23, 2008
You also need to be wary of leather - tanning processes often involve toxic ingredients (e. g. chrome) that leave a heavy carbon footprint. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Tanning Beds Are Not Safe, Cause Skin Cancer, Studies Warn Sep 22, 2008
Tanning beds have been a subject of controversy for many years with many dermatologists warning about the risk of developing skin cancer, and still, many people, especially women, are not convinced about the harmful effects of tanning ... Given the high number of people dying from skin cancer, it is clear that there are still people disregarding health officials recommendations of avoiding sun exposure or tanning beds ... Their authors state there is no such thing like safe tan although many... (eFluxMedia)
Prop. 4 - Parents should be notified before teen's abortion Sep 22, 2008
That is why state law requires parental notification when a minor wants to get a tan at a tanning salon, have a dental cavity filled, or even have an aspirin provided by a school nurse. We recognize the reasonable need for parents and guardians to know when their child will undertake a decision that has significant health implications. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Safe Tan? There Is No Such Thing Say Experts Sep 22, 2008
There is no such thing as a safe or healthy tan, whether it is from exposure to the UV rays of the sun, or UV rays from tanning beds, according to experts who have published three studies reviewing the evidence so far and concluded that the tanning industry, in pursuit of profit, was confusing the public about the facts ... All three papers are written by leaders in the fields of cell biology, dermatology and epidemiology who reviewed the evidence on the effects of UV light on the skin,... (Medical News Today)
China Tainted Milk Scandal Spreads Beyond Borders; Hong Kong Girl Sickened Sep 21, 2008
At least four children have died and another 1,327 have been hospitalized in mainland China after consuming milk powder, liquid milk or yogurt containing melamine, a compound used in making plastics and tanning leather. Hong Kong authorities have asked the city's doctors to report all cases of kidney illness suspected of being connected with the tainted milk, the statement said. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Charlottes' Web Of Beauty Sep 21, 2008
The Web site of the Queen Charlotte Islands Chamber of Commerce ( ) lists a tanning salon. If you go. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Fonterra Informed New Zealand's Embassy Officials of Tainted Milk Aug. 14 Sep 21, 2008
Fonterra Chief Executive Officer last week said local and regional officials in China took too long to issue a public warning that milk being made and sold in China contained the chemical, which is used in making plastics and tanning leather. To contact the reporter on this story: in Beijing at. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Hello sunshine! Sep 21, 2008
It is also the body s biggest source of vitamin D, which is crucial for the healthy functioning of all cells in the body, and is produced naturally in the skin through exposure to the same ultraviolet B rays that cause tanning and burning. While we get a little vitamin D in our diet from egg yolks, fatty fish such as sardines and salmon, and fortified foods including milk, orange juice and margarine more than 80 per cent of this nutrient is created from skin exposure to sunlight. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
No Tan is a Safe Tan Sep 20, 2008
Trio of studies finds UV rays from tanning beds no better than sun itself ... "There's a lot of money to be made, and the tanning industry has been quite successful even in places like New Mexico and South America selling tanning as a safe alternative to outdoor sun. We're trying to point out that it's not the case," said Marianne Berwick, author of one of the papers and a professor of internal medicine at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center in Albuquerque ... Yet, the tanning... (MEDLINEplus)
Doctors rule out 'safe tanning' Sep 19, 2008
Doctors rule out 'safe tanning ... The UK and US scientists said there was solid evidence that tanning and cancer both start with DNA damage from ultraviolet (UV) rays ... "Whereas genetic and other factors undoubtedly contribute importantly to skin cancer risk, the role of UV is incontrovertible. "Efforts to confuse the public, particularly for the purposes of economic gain by the indoor tanning industry, should be vigorously combated for the public health. (BBC News -- Health)
Democrats want more government Sep 19, 2008
Ron Murray Sr wrote on Sep 18, 2008 4:34 AM:" Well, goody goody for you, Mrs. Jackson. As per usual your Republican line is like a dog that doesn't hunt. The government couldn't get much larger than it already is. The Bush-McCain government is larger than at any time in our history and totally incompetent to boot. McCain is just four more years of the same old failed policies that the Republicans have promoted for the last 30 years. What the American people need to do is send Palin back to... (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
