The effects of tanning on health

Authors

  • Irena Puszkarz Jan Kochanowski University in Kielce
  • Jadwiga Bednarek Wydział Lekarski i Nauk o Zdrowiu Uniwersytet Jana Kochanowskiego w Kielcach
  • Ewa Dziarmaga Wydział Lekarski i Nauk o Zdrowiu Uniwersytet Jana Kochanowskiego w Kielcach

Keywords

Skin Conditions, Sunbeds, Ultraviolet Rays, Knowledge, Health Behaviour.

Abstract

Ultraviolet (UV) ray exposure can lead to serious consequences to a person(s) health. Consequences include skin pigmentation and can also lead to cancer. Not everyone however is aware of the risks involved with exposure to these rays. Lack of protection against these UV rays can lead to serious health consequences with a reported increase in skin cancer including melanoma.

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Published

2017-02-05

How to Cite

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PUSZKARZ, Irena, BEDNAREK, Jadwiga and DZIARMAGA, Ewa. The effects of tanning on health. Journal of Education, Health and Sport. Online. 5 February 2017. Vol. 7, no. 3, pp. 192-202. [Accessed 20 May 2025].

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 3 (2017)

Section

Research Articles

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