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Tanning is getting hot again. Here's what it really does to your skin
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Jaimie Ding | The Associated Press , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For those seeking more information, the full story can be found through NBC Los Angeles, which has reported on the resurgence of tanning and its associated risks.
In the Los Angeles area, concerns are growing about the potential health risks associated with tanning. A local resident, diagnosed with skin cancer at a young age, is speaking out about her experience. She began using tanning beds as a teenager and now shares her story to raise awareness.
Experts are worried about the increasing popularity of tanning among young adults, fueled in part by social media. Further details about this trend and its potential consequences are available from local news sources. For those seeking more information, the full story can be found through NBC Los Angeles, which has reported on the resurgence of tanning and its associated risks.
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Category: local Published: July 30, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the Los Angeles area, concerns are growing about the potential health risks associated with tanning. A local resident, diagnosed with skin cancer at a young age, is speaking out about her…
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