Would you allow your child to use tanning beds knowing the risk? “Studies have demonstrated that exposure to UV radiation during indoor tanning damages the DNA in the skin cells. Excessive exposure to UV radiation during indoor tanning can lead to premature skin aging, immune suppression, and eye damage, including cataracts and ocular melanoma.”(U.S Department of Health and Human Services, 2016) Parents are allowing their kids to use tanning beds at a very young age, which is increasing their chances of skin cancer, premature aging, and immune system suppression. The most famous type of skin cancer is melanoma. Melanoma is most dangerous skin cancer and accounts for death each year. This statement alone should change every parents view.
