the last 20 years. In the U.S. this year about 65,000 Americans are expected to

develop skin cancer. One in seven of today's children is expected to develop

some form of skin cancer in his or her lifetime. Evidence indicates that 85 percent

or more of all skin cancers are caused by exposure to UV radiation.

When a person chooses to acquire or enhance a tan using a tanning salon

facility, it is important for that person to be aware of the hazards involved, so

they can make an informed decision about the amount of exposure they

This speech is designed to give consumers of tanning salons a

fundamental knowledge of ultraviolet radiation, and its effects on people

exposed to the various types. I will discusses the tanning process, forms of

radiation, risks of indoor tanning and how to minimize the risks.

Summer is right aroung the corner and now is that time when college students all

across America hop into tanning beds to get a little color before summer arrives. I

mean who wants to have ghost legs when the pools and beaches are open? But,

accidentally bumping against the overhead bulbs. It has also happened when

Remember: Artifical UV light is more intense and, therefore, potentially more

maintenance program to have different - and often higher - levels of ultraviolet

bulbs installed in tanning equipment by operators as part of their routine

age and when new bulbs are purchased. Small, portable UVA meters are

the client. In either case, this danger can be minimized by ensuring that some

Ultraviolet radiation may cause painful temporary injuries to the cornea and

hours later in less severe cases of overexposure.

Other risk factors for melanoma include a family history of melanoma, and

epidermis as it absorbs and filters out some of the damaging UV radiation. This

normally caused by too much UVB or UVC radiation - are more commonly

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