UK Fines Teens for Tanning

The Sunbed Regulation Act 2010 now stops people under 18 years of age from using tanning beds in salons, leisure centres, gyms and hotels and fines businesses in England up to 20,000 pounds if they are caught. This comes in direct response to new figures from Cancer research UK that show the rates of melanoma in young people continue to skyrocket. Two Britons under age 25 are diagnosed with melanoma every day, and the current rates of melanoma have tripled in individuals aged 15 to 34 since the late 1970's.

Adult Acne Answers

Dr. Adam Mamelak was interviewed by Elevate Magazine about some of the myths and effective treatment strategies for controlling adult acne. A much more common problem than many appreciate! Read the full story here:

http://www.epaperflip.com/aglaia/viewer.aspx?docid=4b0dcd792fc342a2a0d9319016113421&page=40

More noticing the poor access to skin cancer treatment in Ontario

One community activist recently posted his opinion on the deficiencies of skin cancer treatment and access to care in Ontario. With more provincial funding being dedicated to cancer therapy, why is skin cancer being ignored? Read the full story here in The Ottawa Citizen:

http://communities.canada.com/ottawacitizen/blogs/bulldog/archive/2011/03/05/guest-post-community-activist-gary-ludington.aspx

More docs support the tanning ban

The American Academy of Pediatrics has joined the American Academy of Dermatology, The World Health Organization, and American Medical Association in a call to ban minors from tanning salons. The risks of UV light exposure and developing skin cancer are now well recognized. Read the full story here:

www.cnn.com/2011/HEALTH/02/28/tanning.skin.cancer/index.html?hpt=C2

Victoria first to ban minors using tanning beds - Parentcentral.ca

Victoria first to ban minors using tanning beds - Parentcentral.ca

Things I learned from my mother...

A new study published in the Archives of Dermatology journal reports that most young women first visit the tanning salon with their mothers. With continuing efforts aimed at curbing tanning habits, researchers wanted to know where tanning parlor proprietors first learned to tan. Read the full story here:
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/12/28/the-tans-that-bond/?partner=rss&emc=rss

Ban fake bakes for teens urge Ontario doctors | Ottawa and Region | News | Ottawa Sun

Dr. Adam Mamelak was interviewed by the Ottawa Sun to discuss the new tanning ban proposed for minors in Ontario. Read the full story here:

Ban fake bakes for teens urge Ontario doctors Ottawa and Region News Ottawa Sun

Tanning Ban in Nova Scotia

The Nova Scotia government is introducing a tanning bed age ban to help protect individuals under age 19 from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) light. Finally, provinces are recognizing the dangers of tanning and putting legislation in place to protect their communities. Excessive UV exposure is now considered carcinogenic or cancer causing, similar to tobacco smoking. Read the full story here:

http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Canada/20101123/nova-scotia-tanning-bed-ban-proposed-101123/

Advacnes in Skin Cancer Treatments!

Dr. Adam Mamelak was interviewed by the Ottawa Citizen newspaper and discussed new advances in the treatment of skin cancer with Mohs micrographic surgery. Read the story here:

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/health/Researchers+optimistic+about+treatment+advances/3738253/story.html

Is smog aging my skin?

We know the detrimental effects sun and smoking can have on your skin, but what about air pollution? A recent study examined the effect of air pollution on skin aging. Exposure to traffic related airborne particales was significantly related to more pigmented spots on the skin. In addition, exposure to soot and traffic particle emissions was associated with more pronounced smile lines between the nose and mouth. Read more here:

www.medwire-news.md/66/88593/Dermatology/Airborne_pollution_linked_to_skin_aging.html