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U.S. Surgeon General’s Call-to-Action to Prevent Skin Cancer

“Tanned skin is damaged skin and we need to shatter the myth that tanned skin is a sign of health.”   The Prevent Cancer Foundation…

Congresswoman Maloney pushes FDA to ban tanning bed use for minors nationwide

The Prevent Cancer Foundation supports Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney (NY) as she pushes the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ban the use of tanning…

Bonkers has a message for you: Tanning isn’t cute

According to Bonkers Hoffler, wrinkles and tan lines look better on puppies than they do on you. With summer approaching, it’s important to remember to…

Tanning bed lamps will now carry more warnings

FDA adds stricter warnings to tanning bed lamps The Prevent Cancer Foundation is pleased that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reclassified ultraviolet…

It's always sunny in California

My favorite time of the year is on its way. Summer. Beach trips, pool parties and hiking were how I spent my summers growing up…

Prevent Cancer awardee announces winners of sun safety contest

Students across the country win iPads by encouraging their peers to be sun safe. With a $10,000 community grant from the Prevent Cancer Foundation, The…

4 ways to stay healthy this summer (and still enjoy the summer weather)

Summer is in full swing and with it comes a host of great outdoor activities. However, this sunny season also opens the door to some…

Adele Lass: Skin cancer survivor

I am a 72-year-old woman. I was diagnosed with melanoma when I was 69.  I noticed what I thought was a bug bite on my…

A daily dose of sunscreen may fight aging

It is well known that sunscreen helps protect our skin from sun damage and skin cancer, but now there’s another reason to slather on your…

New sunscreen labels: What you need to know

New labeling rules from the Food and Drug Administration are designed to help consumers make smarter decisions when it comes to purchasing sunscreen. The new…