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July 31, 2026

Tanning is getting hot again. Here's what it really does to your skin

By JAIMIE DING
Associated Press

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Experts stress there is no safe tan and young tanning bed users are more likely to develop melanoma, a potentially life-threatening skin cancer.

Nichole Sims started using a tanning bed at 15 because she said everyone around her was doing it, especially before events like homecoming dances and prom.


 
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