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Oregon Bill passed through house to ban minors under 18 from tanning salons

June 4, 2013

Whether it’s days before prom or once a week in the winter when there is little sun, for minors under 18, visits to the local tanning salon are coming to an end. House Bill 2896 passed the Oregon House on March 7, stating that minors under 18 years will be banned from tanning salons unless they... Read more »

A chamber of cancer cells: teens still pursue a tan, despite health risks

tanning bed-opinion-Valerie Yermal

Lenaya LeBlanc
April 9, 2012

Known as “beds of cancer cells” teens continue indoor tanning, well-aware of the dangers and the illegality of it in order to maintain an image. Teens love having a glowing tan year round, making them feel more confident in their appearance, but ignore the consequences that may come with it. The... Read more »