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Child aged 10 among 200 cases of illegal sunbed use as watchdog cracks down

Around 100 melanoma deaths in the UK each year are linked to sunbed use, according to charity Melanoma Focus

The Independent UK

Sunbeds should be banned in the UK to cut skin cancer rates, experts say

Exposure to ultraviolet radiation from sunbeds was confirmed to be carcinogenic to humans in 2009 by the International Agency for Research on Cancer.

The Independent UK

New AI tool to spot skin cancer to be used in NHS

It comes as health experts issued a warning over sun cream ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend.

The Independent UK

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Almost half of Scots suffer sunburn at least once a year, research finds

A skin cancer patient has urged people to cover up and wear sunscreen.

The Independent UK

'I once went four times in a week' — how sunbeds have made a comeback amongst Gen Z

Once a relic of the nineties and noughties, new research has found that sunbeds are having revival – with Gen Z leading the way. Emma Loffhagen discovers why

Evening Standard

Are sunbeds bad for you? More than a third of Londoners at higher risk of skin cancer

‘There’s no such thing as a safe UV tanning,’ Cancer Research UK says

Evening Standard

More than a third of Londoners using sunbeds as skin cancer cases rise, survey claims

Charity warns use of tanning machines ‘alarmingly high’ despite evidence they cause cancer

Evening Standard

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Dermatologists fear cost deterring UK families from buying sunscreen

Call for removal of VAT and free provision to children most in need

The Guardian - UK

'Doctors told me I was fine - then a mole turned my life upside down'

Michelle has a warning for sun-loving Brits

Manchester Evening News

Mum begs people to wear sun cream after her own terrifying cancer battle

Her initial diagnosis was skin cancer but one year later, she received the heartbreaking news that her body had become riddled with tumours.

Daily Record

Doctors told Michelle not to worry - then lumps appeared everywhere on her body

The mum has shared her story as a warning to others

Wales Online

'Doctors said my itchy mole was fine - then cancerous tumours appeared all over my body'

Michelle Richardson's worst fear came to life when chickpea-sized lumps appeared all over her body - and now she has a warning for Brits this Bank Holiday heatwave

Daily Mirror

Charities call for scrapping of VAT on sunscreen amid skin cancer fears

Removing VAT from sunscreens would cut incidence of skin cancer and could save lives, says cancer charity chief

The Guardian - UK

Cost of sunscreen could be increasing risk of skin cancer, charity suggests

Survey indicates people aren’t using sunblock because it’s too expensive. By Katie Wright.

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Daily Record

Dire skin cancer warning to Scots urged to wear sunscreen - even while in the UK

With Melanoma Awareness Month falling in May, concerning findings show that Scottish people aren't taking enough steps to lower skin cancer risks.

Belfast Live

Northern Ireland public 'ignoring rising skin cancer risks', leading charity warns

Survey finds 27% of people living in Northern Ireland have used sunbeds, a known cause of melanoma.

Daily Record

Unusual skin cancer symptoms as Scots mum gets incurable diagnosis despite no visible signs

The type of skin cancer can take many different forms, which people can easily miss if not aware.

Wales Online

Doctor explains 'red flag' skin cancer signs to watch for on moles

Many don't know what to look out for but early treatment is essential for the best chance of survival

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Daily Record

Doctor shares skin cancer 'red flag' signs on moles that could be early melanoma

Experts say the most common areas to develop skin cancer are different in men and women.

Glasgow Live

Experts voice skin cancer concerns as over a third of Scotland plan hot-climate holiday

35% of Scottish adults will be benefiting from the relaxed travel rules and are planning a hot summer holiday this year according to new data released today by the charity Melanoma Focus.

Daily Record

Skin cancer symptoms as experts issue warning about summer holidays

People are putting themselves at risk of skin cancer - here's how to spot the key signs.

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